Our charity is on an incredible journey and this is a hugely exciting time to join our team.

2020 saw the UK come together in an outpouring of love and support for the NHS. As the NHS’ national charity and membership organisation for the NHS’ official charities throughout the UK, NHS Charities Together is the central charity receiving additional funding and support for our National Health Service where and when it needs it most. Thanks to phenomenal public support, our national Covid-19 Appeal has raised more than £150 million to help NHS staff, volunteers and patients through the immediate and long-term effects of coronavirus. 

We are now recruiting a brand-new Head of Mass Participation to develop a portfolio of mass participation fundraising campaigns.

The Head of Mass Participation is a pivotal new role within the Fundraising Directorate responsible for developing and delivering a successful portfolio of mass participation fundraising campaigns such as our flagship campaign, the NHS Big Tea.

Working alongside the Fundraising Director and forming part of the senior Fundraising Leadership Team within NHS Charities Together, this senior role will be accountable for leading the team to deliver and grow a multi-million-pound portfolio of national campaigns that can also be rolled out to our 241 member charities to enhance their own fundraising.

Coming from a background working in strategic leadership roles, the successful candidate will have experience of managing mass participation virtual events and creating new products. You will be an innovative thinker with the ability to review our existing supporter base, analyse the market environment and identify opportunities for supporter acquisition, engagement and retention.

If you are passionate about the health and wellbeing of our nation, and believe that through supporting NHS charities we can significantly increase the vital support given to our hospitals, community, mental health and ambulance services, we would love to hear from you. 

The Head of Fundraising & Marketing is a key member of Qadria Trust’s Leadership Team with responsibility for developing our fundraising and communication strategy and overseeing all communication activities for our multi-million project named Islamic Centre of Britain which includes masjid, community centre, commercial block and a school building.

The post holder will be responsible for raising and growing revenue, will design and implement a sustainable development strategy to increase philanthropic revenue from a diverse portfolio of supporters across the UK and overseas. They will mentor and lead a team of fundraisers and Social Media to achieve ambitious revenue and renewal goals year over year, while delivering excellent stewardship experiences for our supporters.

Main Responsibilities:

Fundraising

1. To develop, manage and deliver a clearly defined fundraising strategy, which will ensure sustainable revenue for Qadria Trust and will also raise the profile, reputation and credibility of Qadria Trust’s work among clearly defined audiences and stakeholders.
2. To establish and provide strong leadership to Fundraising and Communication teams ensuring that organisational and individual targets are met, through instilling a creative, professional, adaptable and positive team environment. 
3. To undertake and participate constructively in induction, regular supervision, appraisal and relevant training. To contribute positively to continuous improvement of services.
4. To maintain close contact with the CEO/Director and with all the work of the organisation so as to be aware to effectively use the information for fundraising purposes.
5. To work closely with the CEO/Director and Senior Management Team to broaden Qadria Trust’s funding base for projects/services which add value to the organisation, particularly working with Muslim communities and businesses across the globe.
6. To ensure the implementation of risk awareness and risk control in the department.
7. To provide line management to the Fundraising and Communication Teams.
8. To develop and manage Qadria Trust’s long term profile and identity for fundraising purposes.
9. To maintain confidentiality in line with organisational policy in relation to service users, staff and business sensitive information.
10. To review potential partner organisations and corporate sectors and identify best ways of engaging for partnership.
11. To develop, deliver and evaluate a schedule of donor acquisition and retention campaigns across all platforms including Social Media.
12. To design and implement an evaluation and monitoring process to evaluate the outcomes and success of campaigns.
13. To produce detailed reports at the end of Qadria Trust’s campaign periods.

Community Engagement and Fundraising

1. To develop and implement cost effective fundraising initiatives and events aimed at a diverse range of communities.
2. To establish, manage and strengthen Qadria Trust’s external relationships with all stakeholders including donors, statutory bodies, mosques, local communities, corporate organizations, charities and educational establishments in order to maximise Qadria Trust’s income.
3. To create, maintain and develop Qadria Trust’s donor base through fundraising initiatives.
4. To identify new areas of income generation which fulfil the strategic objectives of Qadria Trust.
5. To ensure the effective implementation of maximizing Qadria Trust’s income from fundraising through campaigns, Ramadan, Qurbani, and Qadria Trust’s projects/services.
6. To create appropriate manuals, procedures and guidelines for all fundraising initiatives and organize periodical reviews for continual improvement.

Community Engagement and Social Media Fundraising

1. To ensure that resources for fundraising, both through community engagement and with Social Media are carefully allocated, managed, and monitored effectively to achieve the greatest impact.
2. To ensure all fundraising events and investment to Social Media campaigns are cost effective and add value to the organisation.
3. To drive forward the growth in institutional fundraising initiatives, incorporating innovation and creativity.
4. To develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and potential funders, including large charities and other CSR institutions.

Other Responsibilities

1. To ensure compliance with the financial legislation and Qadria Trust`s financial procedures in all activities of the department.
2. To be willing and able to travel extensively and at short notice.
3. To be responsible for ensuring that staff and volunteers are adequately informed, skilled and supervised to carry out their duties safely and in compliance with Health and Safety policy and safety management systems.
4. To monitor, analyse and evaluate success and weaknesses of the department’s activities and ensure learning outcomes are shared and documented.
5. To comply with all policies, procedures, legal and regulatory requirements.
6. To be willing to travel extensively with short notice.
7. To commit to working unsociable hours on a regular basis.
8. To be responsible for health and safety in the area of his/her control and ensure that he/she is familiar with Qadria Trust’s health and safety at work policy.
9. To respect the unique contribution of every individual and work positively in an equal opportunity and diverse environment.
10. The post holder will be required to apply for a Disclosure check.
11. Any other duties commensurate with the accountabilities of the post.

Note: Please send your CV and a cover letter to apply for this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This post is fixed term until 01/03/2022 due to funding.

Sandwell Council has established a pilot to transform local services using a community development approach, developing community lead projects in partnership with the voluntary sector aligned to Vision 2030, the council’s strategic objectives and local town priorities.

We are seeking two experienced community development workers to join our Community Partnerships Team, delivering an ‘Asset Based Community Development’ approach.  You will play a key role in developing partnerships and engagement activity, building sustainable relationships with communities across Sandwell. With the ability to empower and motivate others, you will work closely with local voluntary sector organisations, coproducing projects to support local identified needs, building strong, effective relationships with communities and partner organisations, promoting a community development approach.

You must be a strong team player and an excellent communicator, who has experience of community development work.

You will also need to evidence 5 GCSE grade C or above, including English and Maths and it is important for the successful candidate to hold a qualification by a recognised and accredited body in youth and/or community work OR significant experience in community development work.

If you are looking for a new challenge and enjoy working in a varied role, making positive changes within communities then, this could be the role for you.

Our Values; Trust, Unity and Progress make us unique, they define how we do things and are reflected in the way we behave. They are important to us, guiding and shaping our organisational culture. Our values are key to us achieving Sandwell’s Vision 2030 and also guide us when we recruit.

This advert will close as soon as sufficient applications are received. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible. When completing your application please refer to the supporting documents attached.

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Director of Finance and Business for this Well-Established Charity based in Birmingham

The position: Reports directly to the CEO and part of the Senior Leadership Team

Direct Reports: 2 x finance admin and 1 x IT

Location: Birmingham (with option of remote working)

Hours: 4 or 5 days a week

FTE salary: 50,000pa to 55,000pa

Person Spec

* Qualified accountant (CCAB/CIMA/ACCA) - essential
* At least 5 years experience as an accountant
* At least 3 years senior leadership experience
* Experience in registered charity or health & social care (essential)
* At least 2 years experience of working at board level
* Proven track record of facilitating growth and development
* Proven track record of facilitating change and continuous improvement
* Proven track record of successfully implementing new IT systems
* Good understanding of IT systems including SAGE (or equivalent finance systems) and Salesforce (or equivalent CRM system)

Job purpose & Business

* Act as Company Secretary supporting trustees to ensure all legal and statutory compliance with Charitable Articles and Charity Commission requirements
* Oversight of all HR including recruitment, resource planning, pay & rewards, and Health and safety (with support from out-sourced HR support) and supporting and motivating staff team
* Oversight and continuous improvement of IT (and data) systems (with support from out-sourced IT support) to ensure efficient and effective workflow across the organisation
* As business manager lead on risk management and KPI dashboard reporting to trustees and deputise for CEO on internal matters as required

Job purpose & Finance

* You will provide Strategic Financial Leadership through strategic planning and robust reporting to ensure financially sustainability and facilitate growth of the organisation in order to maximise impact in line with charitable objectives
* Company secretary and oversight of HR, IT & H&S
* Financial oversight & leadership
* Provide robust financial information to inform and improve operational management and decision making to further the charities objectives
* Ensure financial sustainability of the charity and facilitate growth and development to further charitable aims
* Ensuring appropriate financial probity and controls in place
* Financial planning including budgeting and forecasting
* Financial reporting including monthly management accounts so Directors and Trustees understand the financial health of the organisation
* Financial compliance including with HMRC and Charity Commission
* Facilitating Finance Sub Committee of the board in coordination with Treasurer
* Support Chair of FSC in providing assurance to the Trustees in relation to financial strategy, performance and financial sustainability
* Effective management of financial risks as part of organisational approach to risk management
* Oversee and be responsible for the preparation and submission of all statutory
* Financial accounts and returns
* Ensure effective Payroll function and Pension scheme
* Effective procurement procedures to ensure services are best value for money

Associate Director, Strategy 

Full Time/ Part Time 37.5 hours per week 

London, Birmingham or Manchester

£56,000 per annum (plus £3,000 London Weighting if applicable) 

Who we are looking for 

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Strategy professional to join our Strategy & Development team in this exciting time as an Associate Director, Strategy.

The role is responsible for providing senior leadership of strategy development and implementation across the organisation, and for providing leadership in the business development function, especially with regards to senior oversight of financial modelling. 

The successful candidate will have a demonstrable track record of leading complex strategy formulation and bring experience of strategy development in a range of settings  to join the team in this senior position. You will be responsible for leading the organisation-wide process to develop its long-term strategy and launching two critical new cross-organisation projects. 

The Associate Director, Strategy can be based in our London, Manchester or Birmingham office and will report to the Interim Senior Director, Strategy & Development. This role does not currently have any direct reports but may do so in the future. 

Who are Ambition Institute? 

Ambition Institute has one purpose: to help educators serving children from disadvantaged backgrounds to keep getting better. With our new organisation, and more than ten years of collective experience in working with educators at all levels, we believe that exciting opportunities lie ahead. We are a graduate school for educators, and we apply academic rigour to our learning design, drawing on frontline insights from schools into what works in practice. Our programmes leverage the latest evidence from international experts, which means we think carefully about what is taught, how, and in what sequence. We work collaboratively to enable school improvement for the benefit of pupils, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Our offer 

We are happy to announce that we will be able to offer you: 

• Flexibility on how you work – agreed between you and your line manager 

• A competitive annual leave entitlement of 25 days, plus bank holidays 

• 2 additional annual leave days for 1 day booked during December over the festive period 

• A generous employer pension contribution of 11% (10% pension plus 1% NI rebate) 

• Competitive salary rates

• Access to an interest free season ticket and bike loans, as well as eyecare vouchers 

• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters. 

• A robust learning and development offer that ensures your continuous professional development 

How to apply 

All applications must be received by the closing date, midnight on Sunday, 28th March 2021. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

To apply for this role, or any of our other vacancies or for any questions or queries please visit our website. 

Equality and diversity matter to us. If you think you’d be suited to one of our roles we’d love to hear from you regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexuality. 

Chief Executive Officer

Do you have the passion, energy and drive to grow the social enterprise sector in Birmingham and beyond?

We are looking for a CEO to be responsible for the day to day running of a strong and vibrant “can do” organisation with a reputation for innovation, responsiveness, quality and excellent customer service.

Position: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Birmingham (In the current Covid 19 environment the majority of work is undertaken from home by the CEO and other staff members)

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week full time (open to consideration of flexible hours)

Salary: £60,000 p.a. plus discretionary performance bonus

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 5% self-contribution and 5% company contribution, 35 days per annum including 8 bank holidays.

Closing Date: Thursday 12th March at 12 noon

Interviews: From 18th March 2021 onwards

The Role

The CEO will lead the organisation through its next phase of bold growth, have responsibility for the strategic direction and the financial sustainability of the organisation and will run both the Digbeth Social Enterprise Hub and the Sparkbrook Women’s Community and Enterprise Hub.

You will be an inspirational and motivational thought leader for social enterprise supporting initiatives such as ‘Birmingham as a Social Enterprise City’, City Drive and the ‘Digbeth Social Enterprise Quarter’.

About You

As CEO, you will be focused on continuous improvement and will be empowered to “think outside the box” as you lead the organisation through a complex and ever-changing social enterprise and businesses support landscape and in pursuit of opportunities for the growth of business for the sector. This particularly applies in the current Covid 19 and post-Covid 19 environments.

You will have

• A first degree in an appropriate discipline or relevant experience
• Proven experience of leading a successful business as CEO or in another senior management position
• A background in social enterprise or trading charity leadership with strong leadership experience
• Proven experience in leading and motivating a diverse group of staff in values led businesses
• Proven experience in leading on and writing successful bids
• Demonstrable experience in informing and influencing programmes and policy development
• Proven, successful experience in assessment and management of business risk
• Commercial and revenue generation acumen, including experience in developing profitable strategies and implementing vision

In return, you will have the privilege to work with and support a team of highly talented and committed professionals who are motivated and energised by our achievements to date and the opportunities available to us.

As part of the recruitment process you will be asked to submit a CV and Cover Letter to support your application.

About the Organisation

The organisation is a B2B social enterprise whose purpose is to grow the social enterprise sector in Birmingham, West Midlands and beyond. It provides high quality support and services to social enterprises and trading third sector organisations across every stage of the social entrepreneurial journey from engagement of citizens and communities through to high end business growth.  The organisation aims to be a leading social enterprise in terms of ensuring that it implements and encourages others to follow best practice in this field.

The organisation commits that all existing and potential employees receive equal consideration and is committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination. The organisation welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities, and in particular those from Black, Asian and other ethnic groups who may experience racism in our society.

Other roles you may have experience of could include CEO, COO, Chief Exec, Chief Executive, Chief Executive Officer, Director, Head of, Chief.

WR Fundraising Recruitment is delighted to be working again with the UK’s largest organic horticulture charity that has an amazing track record of providing impact in a wide breadth of programmes that include environmental, health, education and community.

At a very exciting time of development we are looking for a new Chief Executive to lead the strategic operations and development of the C£3million charity. The pandemic has seen a renewed passion in horticulture and gardening at many levels alongside an increased awareness of the benefits of organic growing relating to climate change, health and wellbeing, biodiversity, economic development and stronger communities.

As a membership organisation, the charity is in a position of strength to further develop innovative work with individuals, communities and schools – helping people to grow and garden following organic principles. Further support comes from a strong trading arm, fundraising and corporate / government funding for long lasting, impactful research and programmes.

We’re looking for a dynamic leader to steer the charity through its next cycle of development. Candidates would be preferred with experience or demonstrable knowledge in: Environment / sustainability, food security, health / well-being, organic / sustainable gardening /farming, community / consumer education programmes.

Chief Executive

£65,000 per annum

Midlands Office – Flexible / Remote Working Available

Full time, Permanent (35 hours per week)

The Role

• Take leadership of the charity in the pursuit of its Vision, Mission and Purpose, ensuring that the highest standards of integrity, openness and professionalism are maintained
• Ensure that the charity has a successful external profile by developing relations with relevant partners at national and local level, including members, the media, the public, benefactors and other stakeholders
• Develop market opportunities: forge creative partnerships with business, government and the wider voluntary sector
• Develop and nurture the team, ensuring that staff, the SMT and the Board of Trustees all play a part in furthering the organisation’s goals.
• Expand the charity’s supporter base: make membership relevant to diverse populations.
• Carefully balance financial sustainability with the organisation’s mission
• Raise the income needed for the implementation of strategic and business plans; using all appropriate available funding sources and developing new enterprise and sources.

The Person

• Ability to develop a long-term vision and think entrepreneurially and strategically to grow the organisation.
• Excellent ambassadorial, networking and negotiating skills.
• Demonstrable success at inspiring and developing a senior management team. Excellent financial management skills. Commercial insight.
• Successful management and application of an income generation model with multiple streams, including membership, public and private funding and commercial ventures.
• Team management experience at Chief Executive or executive level with dedicated resources and budgets and leadership of a multi-disciplinary team.

All applications will be anonymised to remove bias from the recruitment process

Closing date for applications: 7th March 2021

Interviews will commence week beginning: 15th March 2021

You will act as Chair of St John's People Committee and Remuneration Committee. You will work closely with the Director of People & Organisation and together will develop and implement St John's people strategy.

This is a voluntary role and the annual commitment is about 20 days per year.

The closing date for applications is 5 April 2021 and interviews will take place on 13 April 2021.

We are recruiting a Trustee with a background in managing and developing heritage assets in particular medieval buildings and/or museum management.

You will work with the Priory Dean and Director of Priory and International Affairs to develop the charity's use of its heritage assets as well as developing a long-term strategy for those assets. You will also chair the Heritage Committee.

This is a voluntary role and the annual commitment is around 20 days per year.

The closing date for applications is 22 March 2021 and interviews will take place on 31 March 2021.

We are recruiting a Trustee with expertise in fundraising to sit on the St John Ambulance Board where you’ll advise the Chair on fundraising matters.

You will work closely with the Director of Fundraising and other members of the fundraising team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to a major national charity at a critical stage in developing our ambitions.  

This is a voluntary role and the annual commitment is around 20 days per year.

The closing date for applications is 12 April 2021 and interviews will take place on 21 April 2021.

Are you a successful Trust and Foundations fundraiser or research-funding specialist looking for your next challenge?  Are you passionate about securing transformational-level gifts from charitable funders to help change lives?  Join us in the ambitious ‘Birmingham In Action’ campaign, which commits to raising over £400 million of charitable funding and one million volunteer hours, positioning the University as one of the world leaders in University development. 

To help fulfil our campaign ambitions, we are seeking to recruit a ‘Charitable Funding Partner’ (CFP) to maximise philanthropic funding. A key member of the Development and Alumni Relations Office’s (DARO) Charitable Funding team, you will work closely with a range of leading academics and senior leadership to: (i) identify and create new charitable funding opportunities from UK and overseas Trusts, Foundations and Charities; (ii) set up and manage the development of long-term charitable funder relationships; and, (iii) develop compelling charitable funding bids to secure support for our life-changing research, education, and capital programmes. You will be an enthusiastic team player, inquisitive about the combined worlds of research and philanthropy with the skill to spot new funding opportunities, and confident in your ability to initiate and grow complex inter-organisational relationships. There will be opportunities for the successful candidate to shape and develop the focus of their portfolio in collaboration with DARO leadership.

This is a full time post providing administrative support predominantly to the Grants function at University Hospitals Birmingham Charity (‘UHB Charity’), the official NHS Charity for the four hospitals of University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust - Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, Heartlands Hospital, Good Hope Hospital and Solihull Hospital.

UHB Charity is dedicated to improving the experience of patients, their families and the staff who care for them.

The Charity raises funds to support patients of the four hospitals by providing new and innovative equipment, funding research and supporting patient and family welfare projects.

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham in particular has a world class reputation, and specialises in cancer treatment, organ transplantations and trauma care. It is also home of the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine, where the UK’s military patients are treated.

Heartlands Hospital has a specialist neo-natal unit and very busy children’s and maternity units.

Good Hope Hospital and Solihull Hospital serve the towns of Sutton Coldfield and Solihull.

The post offers flexible working from home and the opportunity for office working at any of our four hospital sites as suits the job holder and line manager.

The Administration Assistant - Grants will work closely with other members of the hospital charity, in particular the Office Manager and Charity Chief Executive, to efficiently administer the grant making programme for the hospital charity.

Working as part of a team the post holder will have specific responsibility for accurate inputting of charitable orders, checking suitability of grant requests, correspondence with suppliers and procurement teams.

The post holder will also learn how the Charity proactively seeks feedback on its grant programme, and will be actively involved in sending out and obtaining grant review forms and passing on interesting case studies to the Charity’s communications team.

Working as part of a team the post holder will also be involved in accurate data inputting of donations, fundraising and Gift Aid claims and correspondence with donors and fundraisers.

This role would suit someone looking to gain experience in a grant making organisation

We are looking for an experienced People professional, with a strategic mindset, a breadth of experience and a willingness to “roll their sleeves up”. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working in close collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team, your role will be both strategic and operational; shaping and leading our people agenda and culture, whilst ensuring our HR systems and processes support the development of our people and business operations to enable the delivery of the Youth Futures strategy. You will be CIPD qualified (or have the equivalent experience), with the emotional intelligence and credibility across the full spectrum of HR specialisms, as well as the experience to support us to achieve an inclusive culture which engages all of our talented people.

You will have a successful track record of supporting the delivery of a skilled & motivated team, ideally in a new and growing organisation, operating across multiple locations and be comfortable developing and implementing new HR systems. You will have a proactive and collaborative approach and be comfortable working at both strategic and operational levels.  While it is vitally important that you have professional expertise and relevant work experience, it is equally important that you have a passion and commitment to improving employment opportunities for disadvantaged young people.

The Diocese of Coventry is seeking to appoint a full time Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser to support safeguarding provision in the Diocese through expertise, advice, guidance, oversight and training.

Based in Coventry, the Assistant Safeguarding Adviser will support the work of the Diocesan Safeguarding Team; be responsible for case work across a range of safeguarding situations including risk management and assessment, providing advice and guidance on safeguarding matters to parishes and to senior staff in the diocese; support and promote the development and embedding of policy and good practice across the diocese; and support the development and delivery of safeguarding learning in line with the National Safeguarding Learning & Development Programme.

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced professional with a social work, probation, police or other relevant background to join the team as we continue to develop a culture of safeguarding throughout the diocese as part of our ongoing commitment towards making churches safer for everyone.

The Diocese of Coventry is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents all aspects of the communities we are part of and welcomes all applications. As an equal opportunities employer, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, Minority, Ethnic (BAME) candidates who are currently underrepresented in our organisation. All appointments will be made on merit of skill and experience relative to the role.

If you have a disability or long term illness that otherwise prevents you from meeting any of the essential criteria, please contact us to discuss whether reasonable adjustments can be made.

An application form, full job description and Person Specification are available from the Diocesan vacancy pages, which you can access by clicking "apply".

Closing date for applications: Monday 29th March 2021 at 12 noon

Interviews will take place at the Diocesan office or via Zoom (depending on government guidelines) on: Wednesday 14th April 2021

Please send your completed application form to: Simone King