Unchecked UK Director (maternity cover)
- Available as a full time role, or as 0.8 FTE
- Contract (fixed term for 12 months). Employed by the Ecology Trust
- Responsible for: Digital Communications Manager, Campaigns and Research Manager, Press and Media Consultant
- Responsible to: Jon Cracknell, Unchecked UK Advisory Group Chair and Trust Secretary of The Ecology Trust. Additional support is provided by an appointed Advisory Group.
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ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
Who we are
Unchecked UK launched in Autumn 2019, and now has a team of five part-time staff, all working from home. To date we have received grants from 14 philanthropic foundations. We are a non-partisan organisation, incubated as a project of The Ecology Trust.
Our vision
Unchecked UK makes the case for common-sense protections which help keep people safe and allow businesses to thrive.
Over the years, successive UK governments have weakened or removed important standards and protections across public life. Regulatory enforcement capacity has been subjected to swingeing cuts, and government departments have been obliged to constantly try and reduce the UK’s regulatory stock, so as to cut costs for businesses, regardless of environmental or societal costs.
Unchecked UK believes that the deregulation pendulum has swung too far. The impacts of this are being borne by some of most vulnerable people in the UK (those whom regulations are often designed to protect), whether through poor quality food, lax workplace safety rules, a damaged natural environment, or inadequate consumer protections. We believe that the UK, one of the richest countries in the world, should be aiming higher. Our vision is for a United Kingdom where sensible protections are recognised as central to a prosperous, thriving, fair economy and society.
What we do
Unchecked UK aims to change the cultural and political dynamic around regulation. Our focus for 2021 is on workplace protections and the enforcement of tax law. Our work spans four areas:
Research
We produce original and rigorous research to show the extent and impacts of deregulation and the erosion of UK enforcement capacity. We carry out quantitative and qualitative research to demonstrate that there is no enthusiasm for a weakening of protections among the British public.
Narrative building
We are working to generate a new narrative that counters the idea that regulations are ‘burdens’ and establishes strong protections as an integral part of what makes Britain great. We are exploring new ways of talking about public protections which resonate with key voter groups, with a particular focus on engaging and activating individuals who voted Conservative for the first time in 2019.
Cultural campaigning
We run cultural campaigns across our thematic areas of focus in turn, with the aim of raising awareness and securing demonstrable support for strong rules from diverse audiences. Our current focus is on workplace protections and the enforcement of tax rules. As above, our key audience for this work is first-time Conservative voters in so-called ‘Red Wall’ constituencies, a cohort which – our research finds – strongly supports robust, well-enforced rules and standards.
Movement building
We are building a network of supporting organisations and other partners, and hope to develop further relationships with individuals, community groups, and organisations across the political spectrum, in order to build a broad and diverse movement for strong public protections.
Our goals in 2021-22
Unchecked UK has just completed a strategy review, identifying and refining our strategic priorities over the next few years. Our organisational focus over the duration of this role will be on a) exploring ways to truly drive a new narrative on regulation; b) expanding and broadening our network of partners, in order to drive and support the wider civil society response to damaging deregulation; c) improving our ‘cultural’ campaigning to ensure that we are reaching, and resonating with, non-traditional audiences; d) establishing Unchecked UK as a central voice on this issue with the mainstream media and within political circles. The interim director will oversee and deliver this work.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a dynamic and ambitious leader to run Unchecked UK for one year on a maternity cover basis.
You will be leading a small team, providing vision and strategic direction in order to maximise the impact of Unchecked UK’s work, with a particular focus on the following:
1. Developing high-level and collaborative external relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including: civil society organisations, politicians, sympathetic businesses, strategic funders, statutory bodies, and journalists.
2. Acting as the organisational knowledge-base, and keeping up to speed with policy developments relating to regulation, deregulation and the erosion of UK enforcement capacity in relation to our thematic focus areas (particularly workers’ rights).
3. Developing a new positive narrative in support of regulation, building on research insights from Unchecked UK and others, and engaging civil society partners to ensure they are bought-in to this process.
4. Establishing Unchecked UK as a high-profile champion for strong public protections in the UK, while showing that those advocating endless deregulation are out of step with public opinion. This will involve regularly representing Unchecked UK in the media.
5. Building a network of political (broadly defined) supporters, so as to lay the foundation for UK government policy changes. We are very keen to move beyond the traditional support base for work of this kind.
6. Building on and implementing the strategy for our work on tax enforcement and workplace protections, and working with the relevant staff to execute campaigns and research projects on these issues, commissioning high quality research and polling where applicable.
7. Liaising with and reporting to funders, and working with the Unchecked UK Advisory Board to develop the governance of the organisation.
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PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
Experience and skills
This is an exciting role which requires a mix of skills and experience – including movement and relationship building, narrative development, political acumen, campaigning, and research.
Applicants need to be able to demonstrate their skills and experience in relation to the following:
ESSENTIAL
- Leading teams or large-scale projects, including building and leading coalitions
- At least five years professional strategic communications experience, OR demonstrable experience of driving narrative change via storytelling, campaigning or public affairs
- The ability to quickly grasp a wide range of topics relating to UK regulatory policy and enforcement
- The ability to translate policy detail and statistical data into clear and compelling content
- Strong knowledge of UK political institutions and governance processes, and a track record of influencing and engaging with stakeholders in government, parliament and civil society to influence social change or public policy
- Experience of developing and deploying communications tailored for a range of public and professional audiences, using a range of channels and tactics, and the ability to act as the primary media spokesperson for Unchecked UK
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Educated to at least degree level
DESIRABLE
- Experiencing of working with and crafting messages for broad political audiences
- Knowledge of the UK regulatory landscape
Personal attributes
- An innovative and strategic thinker
- Collaborative leadership style, well-suited to a highly-participatory model of working
- An open-minded, empathetic disposition, well-suited to encouraging an inclusive and empowering organisational ethos
- Confident and driven, with the ability to engage with external stakeholders at all levels of seniority
- An energetic and motivated individual, with the resilience required to steer our growing organisation through challenges and opposition
- Values and principles are aligned with those of Unchecked UK
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SALARY/ BENEFITS
The salary for this role is £55-60,000, depending on experience. This position is offered on a one-year fixed term, to provide maternity cover for the existing Unchecked UK director. The role is available as a full-time role, or as 0.8 FTE (hours can be flexible). We offer 33 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata), including public holidays. All reasonable expenses will be covered.
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INTERVIEWS
The first round of interviews will be held in early April 2021, with the second round held in mid April. We would prefer the successful candidate to start in mid-May, ensuring at least three weeks handover time. The post will conclude in May 2022.
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining how your skills and experience relate to the person specification to Emma Rose (Unchecked UK director) by close of business on Tuesday 6th April.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Jubilee Debt Campaign is recruiting a new Executive Director to lead our work tackling poverty and inequality caused by unjust debt.
We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and people-centred leader, with a strong strategic mindset and campaigning approach, and deep commitment to our vision, mission and values.
You will have significant experience in strategy and policy development, managing staff and teams, and fundraising from trusts and foundations, as well as a track record of influencing decision-makers, experience of being a media spokesperson, and a keen interest in organisational development.
As Executive Director, you will be responsible for the effective leadership of Jubilee Debt Campaign, including setting our strategic direction, overseeing the development and delivery of our projects and campaigns, building the organisation and our funding base, managing the team, building and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders, and representing the organisation externally.
This is a permanent role being offered on a full-time basis (5 days / 35 hours per week). Applications for job shares or annualised hours will be considered.
We offer:
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Pension contributions of up to 7.5% of your salary plus 1% of the average organisational salary
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An annual leave entitlement of 30 days per year plus bank holidays
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Flexi-time working arrangements outside the core hours of 10am-4pm
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Access to other benefits including interest-free season ticket loans and tax savings on bikes and home technology equipment via salary sacrifice schemes
We strongly value diversity and welcome applications from applicants from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from women and from People of Colour, and encourage applicants who are unsure if they meet the requirements of the role to get in touch to discuss their suitability.
The role will be working from home until Jubilee Debt Campaign decides it is safe for staff to return to working in the office.
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The Maya Centre is a unique women-only charity based in Islington, offering free specialist psychotherapy and holistic support to women on low incomes, whose mental health and wellbeing have been affected by experiences ranging from deprivation and isolation to racism, exploitation and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). 65% of our clients come from Black, Ethnic Minority and Refugee backgrounds and we adopt specifically intercultural and intersectional approaches in supporting them towards greater voice, choice and control in their lives. Offered in over 13 languages, our trauma-informed services are BACP accredited and include:
- 1:1 psychodynamic counselling
- Group therapy including psychoeducation and creative arts therapies
- Complementary therapies including Reiki, Massage and Yoga
- Targeted support – Irish Women’s Project and Black Women’s Group
- Community development, outreach and support
We are looking for a warm, energetic Counselling Director to help transform the Maya Centre into a thriving Women’s Hub, taking our psychodynamic ethos into the community and developing services which are inclusive, accessible and relevant to any self-identified woman in need of our support.
This is a real opportunity to shape our future model and impact, working closely with a creative and diverse team of therapists, staff and trustees who share a passion for women’s wellbeing. Ideally, you’ll have a strong track record in delivering anti-discriminatory, trauma-informed mental health services, the ability to support and manage a diverse clinical team working part-time, and a keen eye for detailed monitoring and reporting. You will be supported by the CEO and Clinical Governance Group, with opportunities to influence other aspects of the charity, from fundraising and cultural events, through to thought-leadership and conferences.
Please note this post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
We want our organisation to reflect the diversity of the women we serve, and we particularly welcome applications from those with lived experience of the issues we work with, and from women from Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic or Refugee groups.
This role is currently offered as work-from-home during COVID-19 only.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on all clinical aspects of organizational planning and management.
- Support development of the Maya Centre Clinical Model via the Clinical Governance Group, drawing on women’s wellbeing, VAWG and trauma-informed practice.
- Oversee the intake, assessment and allocation process according to different funding streams/ targets/ priorities.
- Manage and support the centre’s clinical staff including the Clinical Administrator, Sessional Therapists and Placement Volunteers.
- Act as Designated Person for Adult Safeguarding to include oversight of staff training, risk management, recording/ reporting in line with company policies.
- Promote a culture of learning within the clinical team, ensuring therapists are up to date and engaged with data collation and monitoring.
- Support better participation, co-design and representation within the organisation from women with lived experience, particularly those from minoritised communities.
- Carry out any duties consistent with the efficient and effective management of the organisation as may be required.
Person Specification
Essential
- Clinical leadership within a small organisation, department or unit.
- Experience of managing assessment, intake and allocation of clients with mental health issues.
- Successful experience of line managing a diverse clinical team.
- Experience of clinical monitoring and reporting systems which support both targets and outcomes.
- Training and direct experience in using psychodynamic and trauma-informed approaches to psychotherapy
- Accreditation with the BACP, UKCP or similar relevant body.
- Experience of working with minoritised or deprived groups with multiple barriers and limited access to psychotherapy.
- Demonstrable commitment to the spirit and practice of Equality & Inclusion within mental health services
Desirable
- Knowledge of the CORE outcome measures database.
- Direct experience of managing VAWG services.
- Experience of maintaining organisational accreditation and/ or quality standards in counselling and psychotherapy with a relevant body e.g. BACP
To apply, please send us a CV and detailed covering letter which demonstrates how you meet the person specification, including relevant examples from paid and/or voluntary work.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.
The Director of Partnerships at UNICEF UK leads the teams responsible for approximately one third of our income. You will have the opportunity to motivate and guide a high performing, multi-functional team to deliver our ambitious plans for increasing income from companies, trusts and foundations.
To succeed, you will be an inspiring fundraising leader who is supporter driven and results focused. You will have experience of long term strategic and tactical planning, and budgeting in a non-profit fundraising environment. You will have personal experience of developing and managing high value relationships (£1m+) with companies, trusts and foundations, and you will have the appetite to explore innovative strategies for growing and stewarding our partnerships. Above all, you will be motivated to use your talent, skills and experience to achieve greater results for children around the world.
We are looking to appoint a dynamic and dedicated individual as our new Director of People and Organisational Development.
As a professional membership organisation, the Royal College of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians has a global mission to improve the health of women and girls. We do this by setting standards for clinical practice, providing doctors with training and lifelong learning, and working with partners to advocate for women’s health and health care across their life course. We are a global leader in this specialist area and have recently celebrated our 90th year, supporting 16,000 members both in the UK and internationally. We are a values-led organisation placing high standards, innovation, openness, inclusiveness and trust at the centre of all we do.
Our new Director will work in partnership with our CEO to ensure that we provide the best possible work environment for all of our staff and focus on how we can ensure that the College is well placed to deliver across its strategic agenda.
In 2021 we are committed to reviewing and modernising our workforce processes to better support our people, particularly as we look to recover from the impact of the global pandemic.
The post holder will have the opportunity to work across the whole spectrum of workforce and OD and will be a member of the RCOG senior leadership team, with ample opportunity to lead on organisationally significant projects.
How to apply:
To apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.
You will be asked to complete an on-line application including the need to submit a Supporting Statement and complete an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.
Closing date for applications: 09:00am on Monday 15th March 2021.
Interviews are currently planned to take place on Wednesday 24th March 2021.
At the RCOG we are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity, promote equality, and challenge discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
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Llamau is daring to imagine a world without homelessness – will you help us to create it?
Llamau’s mission is to end youth homelessness and homelessness for women in Wales. It’s a big ambition and to some people it might seem impossible, but we know that if we all work together, homelessness genuinely doesn’t have to exist.
We’re looking for a passionate, talented and experienced person join Team Llamau and develop, motivate and lead our skilled Income Generation and Fundraising Teams.
You’ll be an excellent relationship builder with a proven track record in developing and meeting income generation targets. You will have demonstrable experience of working in a senior role and in supporting and motivating your teams to deliver the charity’s income generation and communications strategies.
You’ll be working alongside passionate and supportive colleagues in a rewarding environment, where you’ll be making a huge contribution to creating a Wales without homelessness, every single day.
Reference: SFC07
Location: Head Office, Cardiff
Working hours: Full Time working hours are 37 hours per week. This will include some evenings and weekends for which TOIL will be given. Please note that flexibility is required to work outside these hours in order to fulfil the responsibilities of the post.
On Call: Participation in Llamau’s office buildings On Call rota
Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Please submit your completed application by midday on 8th March 2021.
The University of Chichester Multi-Academy Trust ('the Trust') is an innovative Trust, comprising 15 academies, with a shared approach to delivery and a growth plan to c25-30. We have built a strong reputation providing support to over 5,000 pupils and 900+ staff, with an annual turnover of £30m. Due to retirement, we are seeking an individual who has the qualities of an inspiring leader and the skills and experience to ensure continued financial sustainability and development of the Trust.
This role will focus on Finance but will enable you to enjoy wider responsibilities, bringing an opportunity for you to have a rewarding job and make a real difference to the life chances of children and young people.
Believing we are all on a continuous journey of discovery and learning, we can offer you a Trust with an infectious energy and enthusiasm to make a difference; with staff benefits you would expect from an organisation that places importance on being an employer of choice.
Attached is an Information Pack to enable you to discover more about the Trust and Post and on reading, we hope you remain enthusiastic about the prospect of joining the Trust. Sue Samson, CEO would be pleased to answer your queries and welcomes your application by 8 March 2021 at 9am.
Interview Date: 15 March 2021
Start Date: Ideally June 2021
We are an inclusive organisation and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all relevant pre-employment checks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Heart of the City
£66,400 - £75,880 per annum inclusive
Permanent, Full-time
Ref: TC849
HEART OF THE CITY
Heart of the City, the UK’s only non-profit that specialises in working with small business, is recruiting a new Director.
The charity has developed a programme to encourage and support SMEs with 10-250 to start responsible business activities for the first time. Heart of the City works with an inspiring array of industries and entrepreneurial individuals.
In addition, Heart of the City has agreed to work with its closest partner, the City of London Corporation, to work with SMEs in the Square Mile to achieve net zero.
This is an exciting time for Heart of the City, as having celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2020, it is looking to aiming to complement its responsible business programme with a stronger focus on sustainability, as well as diversifying its funding base.
The new Director will be innovative, collaborative and with a proven record of working with business leaders across industry.
The charity has a dynamic, but small team and is supported by senior business leaders on our Council, as well as our networks of responsible business experts from firms across London. We pride ourselves on our professional and high-quality work and are always seeking to improve and to develop, to keep up with the rapidly changing responsible business sector.
Closing date: 12 noon on 15 March 2021.
Interviews will take place w/c 22 March 2021.
For further details on the role and how to apply please click on the Apply Button
The City of London Corporation aspires to be a leader in diversity, equality and inclusion. We are committed to building and supporting a strong, sustainable and cohesive society in the capital and beyond, and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Director of People and Organisational Development
£65,000 - £70,000 per year (dependent upon experience)
Bray
We’ve spent the last five years on an amazing journey and moved into our fabulous new Hospice in October 2020. We believe that we’ve got the one of the best Hospices in the UK and we now want to develop our services and people to match our incredible facilities. This is an exciting new Executive position which is key in meeting our ambitions. Our people are the most important part of our care and service delivery and in our pursuit of excellence we are committed to ensuring that we value, respect and nurture each and every one of them.
We’re looking for a skilled and experienced senior manager with a strong track record in HR, organisational development and culture, and learning and development for staff, volunteers and the wider community. You will be comfortable shaping our people strategy as part of the Executive Leadership Team and reporting on your performance to our Board of Trustees. But most of all, you’ll be passionate about making Thames Hospice a truly great place to work.
Closing date: 9am, Friday 19 March 2021.
Interview date: Tuesday 30 March 2021.
Appointment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
We are looking for an experienced and qualified financial professional to join the Home for Good team as our Director of Strategic Finance and Impact. Candidates will need an analytical mind, strategic financial acumen and excellent leadership skills, in this vital role which will support organisational growth, bring stability commercially, focus on sustainability and strengthen the organisations values-proposition for every stakeholder.
At the heart of Home for Good’s team culture is our love for Jesus and passion for serving and supporting vulnerable children. As well as delivering excellence in strategy and innovation, the post-holder will also be expected to model these core values and help shape team life. Therefore this post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the postholder be a committed Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.
This is a home-based role, so we welcome applicants from anywhere in the UK. Regular travel will be required when regulations allow. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons and all appointments will be made on merit. We would particularly welcome applications from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community who are currently under-represented at this level in the organisation.
Please see the application pack for more information. The closing date for this role is 9am on Friday 19 March 2021. To apply please submit a CV and covering letter, illustrating how you meet the requirements of the role.
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Reprieve is a UK charity founded in 1999. Reprieve uses strategic interventions to end the use of the death penalty globally, and to end extreme human rights abuses carried out in the name of “counterterrorism” or “national security”.
Reprieve works with the most disenfranchised people in society, as it is in their cases that human rights are most swiftly jettisoned and the rule of law is cast aside. Thus, Reprieve promotes and protects the rights of those facing the death penalty and those who are the victims of extreme human rights abuses carried out in the name of “counterterrorism” or “national security”, with a focus on arbitrary detention, torture, and extrajudicial executions.
The Director of Advocacy is responsible for overseeing Reprieve’s public communications and advocacy to end the death penalty and abuses carried out in the name of “counter terrorism” or “national security” worldwide. They are responsible for ensuring that all of Reprieve’s communications are consistent with our charitable objectives, and that they reach their target audience effectively. They understand Reprieve’s position in the ecosystem of NGOs working on criminal justice issues and human rights, and are able to identify and implement strategies that enable Reprieve to increase the impact and reach of its work.
The Director of Advocacy will have a strong background in advocacy and communications and/or public relations work, with at least 5 years of experience working in these areas. They will have excellent project and people management skills, as well as a proven ability to design and implement campaigns to bring about measurable shifts on issues or cases that have impacted the criminal justice or human rights landscape.
The Director of Advocacy will be responsible for overseeing the public communications and advocacy of Reprieve. This will include overseeing the advocacy of the casework team, as well as contributing to the work of the Campaigns and Digital team, insofar as that work furthers the advocacy goals of Reprieve.
For full details and information on how to apply please see the job description.
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This is a challenging and busy role supporting the Director of Diversity & Inclusion and wider Diversity & Inclusion Directorate. The Diversity & Inclusion Assistant is responsible for providing high level support to the Director of Diversity & Inclusion and the Diversity & Inclusion Team. The Diversity & Inclusion Assistant supports the coordination and delivery of a range of projects, events and working groups across the Diversity & Inclusion Directorate.
This is a full-time, home-based role. Flexible working will be considered.
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Director of Policy and Communications
We have an exciting opportunity for a Policy and Communications professional to work at Director level in a strategic role for a national charity and membership association. An outstanding leader, you will develop and manage the internal and external communications strategy, leading on policy and media relations for the whole of the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your leadership skills working as part of a senior management team.
Position: Director of Policy and Communications
Location: Huddersfield (with some flexibility for home working)
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
Salary: Circa 50k
Duration: Permanent
Benefits: Include 32 days paid holiday (rising to 34 days with service increments) plus 8 bank holiday, Personal Pension Scheme, Private Medical Insurance, Healthcare Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Staff Awards Scheme, Company Sick Pay Scheme, Flexible working patterns
Closing Date: Monday 15th March 2021
The Role
Successful candidates will have experience of working in a rapidly changing landscape and will be looking to further develop their skills in a strategic leadership and management role. As Director of Policy and Communications you will develop and manage external relationships with strategic Government contacts, policy advisors, wider membership and the media. You will provide clear leadership to the team, enabling and empowering them to deliver the team’s and the organisation’s objectives.
Role specific responsibilities include:
Develop and deliver effective policy and public affairs and media relations strategy
Develop and deliver effective internal and external communications relating to policy
Develop and manage internal communications strategy
Ensure effective communication of policy messages to the wider sector and media
Advise the Chief Executive and senior management team on regional and national developments, policies and strategies relating to the childcare sector; and relevant legislative and regulatory changes
Develop and deliver strategic campaigns and events
Working closely with the senior management team, identify new opportunities and support the development of bids and tenders to generate income
About You
As Director of Policy and Communications, you will be educated to degree level or equivalent. You will demonstrate strong leadership skills and be able to plan and deliver at a strategic level.
You will have experience of:
Working at leadership level within the public policy environment, operating at senior level to include Policy and public relations, managing a demand-led workload, budget management, team leadership and management
Working within a policy and public relations environment
Policy formulation and strategy development
Liaising with government bodies, politicians and other agencies
Developing and delivering communications strategies
In order to fulfil this role, you will have a driving licence and access to a car for work purposes.
To apply you will be asked to submit your CV along with a covering letter detailing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role.
About the Organisation
The organisation is a national charity and membership association predominantly for nurseries. They work in partnership with local authorities, national government and a range of partners to develop an environment in which early learning and care can flourish.
The organisation is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and is actively opposed to discrimination in society.
You may have experience in areas such as Director, Membership, Membership Services, Income Generation, Policy, Policy Development, Bid, Communications, Public sector.
The Community Leader (Director) is responsible for ensuring that their community is living fully the Mission of L’Arche in its four dimensions (community life, service, spiritual life and outreach).
Key responsibilities
- To lead a dynamic intentional community on Christian principles, faithful to the L’Arche Identity and Mission, actively engaged in the local neighbourhood, in L’Arche within the UK and in the wider world.
- To ensure the Community is financially stable, through robust setting and management of budgets, negotiating fee levels with funding agencies, managing vacancies and co-operating with fundraising initiatives.
- To develop and deliver against a co-created community “Mandate” or strategic plan, to effectively manage the leadership team to deliver against objectives and to nurture existing community bodies including the Community Council and Faith Life group.
- As Responsible Individual for the Gasfryn (L’Arche) service, to oversee the quality of care and regulatory compliance of a learnnig disability service.
- To foster an open and inclusive spiritual life in the community.
- To be a visible representative of L’Arche locally, developing strong relationships in the neighbourhood of the community, as well as with local authorities, professional organisations, faith communities and their leaders and the wider society of Brecon.
- To work collaboratively with a local committee, and within the structures of L’Arche UK.
Profile for this role
The Leader appointed will be a person who is passionate about the Vision, Values and Mission of L’Arche and desires to be part of a dynamic, exciting, progressive and nurturing faith community;
They will have:
- Significant experience of senior leadership and management within a regulated sector;
- The ability to lead and manage a complex organisation to achieve its mission;
- Evidence the ability to think strategically;
- Excellent financial planning and management skills;
- The ability and willingness to work collaboratively with others in L’Arche and in particular with those with learning difficulties, others in leadership, the local committee and the national charity.
- EITHER experience of leadership within the learning disability field OR transferable skills and experience in a related field;
- It would also be desirable that the Leader meet the requirements as a fit and proper person to satisfy the requirements of the Care Inspectorate Wales as Responsible Individual for a regulated service.
In meeting the above requirements, and being held to be a fit and proper person in accord with the Care Inspectorate Wales requirements, the successful applicant would hold the position of Responsible Individual for the Glasfryn (L’Arche) service.
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Thames Chase Community Forest Director
- Employer: Thames Chase Trust
- Location: Thames Chase Forest Centre
- Contract: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
- Salary: £50,000 to £55,000
Thames Chase Community Forest, one of a group of community forests established across England in 1990, connects 40 square miles of urban and rural landscape through east London and south-west Essex. The Community Forest is in the forefront of landscape regeneration and Thames Chase Trust is looking for an exceptional Director who is a passionate landscape manager to lead the most ambitious programmes into the next phase of Forest development.
After 30years of successful landscape development, Thames Chase Trust has a unique and exciting, but challenging, opportunity to accelerate the creation of Thames Chase Community Forest into the next decade. If you are looking for a new challenge that will make a difference to local communities as well as supporting a national vision for a better environment, this rewarding post could be for you.
The Director will lead an enthusiastic team of staff and volunteers committed to working in partnership with diverse stakeholders. Bringing inspiration, innovation and practical management knowledge, the successful candidate will help deliver the Thames Chase Plan in its ambition to create a collective vision of this historic and unique landscape and a coherent plan for now and future generations. The Forest vision in the current Thames Chase 10 year plan is:
‘By 2030, Thames Chase Community Forest will be recognised as an inspirational example of landscape regeneration where enhanced, connected woodland and green space has made a clear difference to wildlife and peoples’ lives.’
The successful candidate will work independently and in co-operation with the National Community Forest network to progress government initiatives as well as initiating regional and local landscape projects with partner organisations and landowners.
Salary: £50,000-£55,000
For the full role outline, please visit our website.
Applications should indicate experience against the detailed criteria outlined in the role.
For more information or to make an application please submit a covering letter and CV.
Closing date: 23:59, 21st March 2021
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.