Programmes Manager: University Access and School Engagement

January 2022, Full-time, permanent contract

Salary: £34,000 per annum

Location: London (remote working available as per our Home Working Policy)

Hours: 09.00 – 17.00

Job type: Full time, permanent

Holidays: 27 days annual leave + public holidays

The Sutton Trust is the UK’s leading foundation dedicated to improving social mobility. Founded by Sir Peter Lampl in 1997, the Trust delivers programmes to 8,000 young people each year across the country, rigorous research into the issues of low social mobility and educational disadvantage, and policy advocacy to affect systemic change. The Trust gives opportunities to young people from low and moderate-income backgrounds to improve their chances of accessing top universities and the professions. It seeks to ensure young people reach their potential, regardless of their background, school or where they live.  

As the Trust enters its 25th year, we have the ambition to significantly increase our reach by 2030 by growing existing programmes, trialling new activities, and reaching new groups of young people. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Programmes Manager to support a portfolio of university-access outreach initiatives, including UK Summer Schools, Teacher Champions, and others. The role will involve managing partnerships and overseeing the delivery of programmes at our partner organisations, including universities. The candidate will join a small team, led by the Director of Programmes and Partnerships, and will play a significant role in contributing to the ongoing success of our programme work.
 

Safeguarding statement

The Sutton Trust believes that a child, young person or vulnerable adult should never experience abuse of any kind. We all have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people and to keep them safe. Therefore all posts undergo a safer recruitment process, including but not limited to, disclosure of criminal records where necessary and eligibility to work in the UK. We have procedures in place to promote safeguarding and a safe culture at the Trust.

To apply

Please download the candidate application pack from our website, complete the application form, and submit it to us.

The applicant pack includes:

• Job description and person specification
• Application form
• Equal Opportunities Monitoring form (optional)

Applications should reach us by midday on Monday 7th February 2022, with round 1 interviews on Thursday 17th February and round 2 interviews held on Tuesday 22nd February. Unfortunately, due to the large number of applications we receive, we will not be able to provide feedback to candidates who are not invited to interview.

Please note that first-round interviews will be held over Zoom. Pending government guidance, second round interviews may be held at our London offices.

Please state your name and the role you are applying for in the subject line of the email, and it would also be greatly appreciated if you could note where you saw this job advertised (there is space to do this on the application form).

If you require any materials in an alternative format, or have any questions, please get in contact with us.

Any information you provide as part of your application will be treated as confidential and managed in accordance with relevant data protection legislation and guidance. Our privacy statement can be found on our website.

Please note: If you are based in our London Office, an additional £4,253 will be added to your salary.

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

About the role

This is a senior role in the Campaigns and UK Advocacy team; and leads our UK Advocacy and Policy Hub - a team which manages Christian Aid's advocacy and influencing work in the UK, ensuring that the organisation has the relationships, credibility and strategy to effectively influence and work with Westminster, Whitehall, the private sector and church institutions. The Chief of UK Advocacy and Policy ensures that the organisation develops and delivers excellent policy, which is grounded in the experience and evidence from our country programmes, on critical development issues in the UK.

The role manages the work of the Parliamentary and Political Officer, the Senior Church Advocacy Adviser, the Senior Private Sector Advocacy Adviser and a graduate and is responsible for commissioning, developing and overseeing work related to UK development policy. The role works closely with the CEO; the Director of Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns; and other senior staff to ensure that they are well briefed and that their influence is maximised.

The postholder will regularly represent the organisation in the political arena.

About you

We are looking for an exceptional individual who is passionate about making change happen by influencing political and policy processes. You will have an excellent knowledge of Westminster and Whitehall and how to influence the policy making and decision making process in government and parliament. You will have an excellent knowledge of the development sector and a strong working knowledge of Christian Aid's priority policy areas of climate and economic justice. You will have proven experience of effective lobbying of decision makers at the highest levels and of developing and implementing political strategies that have had a demonstrable impact.

You will have proven experience of briefing senior members of staff on complex policy and political issues and of leading cross-organisational projects and of influencing your peers. You will be confident at team leadership, at managing your own workload and competing priorities. You will be an experienced public speaker, confident in meetings with senior political representatives and appearing in the media.

Competency questions

As part of your application you will be asked to demonstrate your suitability by giving answers to the following questions:

- Can you tell us about a time when had to apply a range of negotiating and influencing skills to secure agreement with a diverse group of people or stakeholders where there was little common ground?

- Can you tell us about a time when you ensured that all of the objectives for your own unit, team or department were achieved on time and within budget?

- Can you describe a situation where you acted as a role model for managing and developing other people?

Further information

This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.

From 1 July 2021, the process for completing right to work checks has changed and we can no longer accept EU passports or ID cards as valid proof of right to work, with the exception of Irish citizens.

There are now two types of right to work checks: a manual check and an online check. A manual check can be completed against relevant documentation as outlined by the Home Office. An online check can be completed if you hold digital proof of your immigration status in the UK. We will require your share code and date of birth to carry out this check. Please see Government website for more information on acceptable documents.

All successful candidates will require either a Basic or Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. Information will be forwarded to you by the HR team with your offer.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Christian Aid is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment for every person connected to the work we do; and to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour including sexual harassment and exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. Any candidate offered a job with Christian Aid is expected to share and demonstrate our values and adhere to Christian Aid's Safeguarding policy and sign Christian Aid's Code of Conduct.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

CPRE London has a strong reputation for passionate campaigns which make a difference - protecting green spaces and improving London's built and natural environment. We are looking for an inspiring Director to lead our development and grow our impact.

In this role you will be at the heart of debates over the future of London, its green spaces, planning and development. You will lead a small team, deliver high profile projects and influential campaigns, build and manage coalitions and put CPRE London on a more sustainable financial footing.

The succesful candidate will have a successful track record of organisational leadership and management as well as experience of the role of campaigning charities. You will be a strong communicator and networker and know how to generate and secure external support and funds. You will be ambitious for CPRE London's mission and be able to strengthen our organisation and grow our influence.

All the information you need is in the Candidate Briefing Pack which is available when you apply and can also be viewed on our website.  We look forward to hearing from you by 1 February.

Brentry & Henbury Children's Centre is a local based non-profit making charity providing daycare and family support services.

We offer free on-site parking, paid DBS check, good bus network, holiday entitlement increases with service, Christmas closure and discounted staff lunches.

We are reviewing applications and interviewing suitable candidates on a rolling basis and encourage people to apply as soon as possible.  The vacancy may close early dependent on suitable applicants

Job Purpose: To lead the organisation in achieving its aims

Salary: £40,254 –£ 46,264 subject to experience

Contract: Permanent

Location: Brentry, Bristol

Reports to: The Board of Trustees

Hours: Full time (38.5 hours, evening and weekend as appropriate)

Annual leave: 25 days plus public holidays

Key responsibilities of the role include:

Developing and articulating the vision and strategy of the Children’s Centre, driving implementation.

Ensuring the integrity and quality of service delivery and that all statutory obligations are met.

Effective staff management.

Ensuring the financial stability and security of the organisation.

INDIVIDUAL SPECIFICATION

Prior experience in Early Years is not a pre-requisite, however may be advantageous.

Key attributes

A strong, insightful, dedicated leader with an ability to motivate and inspire colleagues to achieve the aims of the organisation, in the context of meeting the aspirations and needs of the local community.

A capacity for sound judgement informed by sensitivity, emotional intelligence and exemplary professional standards.

Excellent communication skills, both orally and in the written word, in individual and group situations.

Motivation, persistence, flexibility and drive to capture opportunities and embrace new initiatives that result in service and workforce development and improvement.

A natural grasp of business practice and financial management.

Educational requirements

Essential

Minimum Degree level or equivalent

Desirable

Evidence of Post Graduate Study

Management qualification, or commitment to achieving such in the future

Additional requirements

Current driving licence and daily access to a vehicle with appropriate insurance are essential to carrying out this role.

Application information

Application forms can be found on our website.  A full job description can be found on our eteach page.

Completed application forms must be received by: 9.00am Tuesday 22 February 2022

Interview date: to be confirmed

Ideal Start date:  As soon as possible

BHCC is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds including ex-offenders. We can only accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

• Applications Close: 10am Monday 24th January 2022
• Location: London
• Reporting to: Chief Executive
• Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 per annum (including £3,000 London weighting)
• Interviews Date: TBC
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
• Benefits: Employee pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, travel card loan, flexible working, Perkbox, Employee Assistance Programme

About The Access Project:

The Access Project is an innovative education charity that helps bright young people from disadvantaged backgrounds gain places at top universities. We support over 1,800 young people aged 14 to 18 across 35 schools.

The Access Project is expanding to become a national organisation. We work in London, the West and East Midlands, grew into West Yorkshire last year, and are expanding into the North West from September 2022. We have a team of 72 employees working in schools and in our regional offices.

A strong commitment to evidence and impact is at the heart of how we work, and we are proud that independent research shows our students achieve higher grades and are more likely to progress to top universities than similarly disadvantaged peers. We are a team passionately committed to our mission, and who support one another’s work. We are committed to improving The Access Project as a place to work for all our people and have developed a new People Strategy. We also recognise we have a way to go before we are the fully inclusive and diverse organisation we want to be, and are developing an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion strategy with support from external consultants and engagement from staff and trustees.

About the Partnerships and Communications Director role:

The Access Project has developed an innovative programme that has strong evidence that it addresses a huge social issue. We have also learned much about what it takes to shift the dial in helping disadvantaged students make it to a top university. We’re now aiming to double in scale with the aim of helping even more young people fulfil their potential and make it to a top university.

We have a loyal and committed supporter base and a demonstrably high-impact programme. We are looking for an exceptional candidate to capitalise on this to significantly accelerate our growth. Our broad mix of fundraised income (corporates, trusts and foundations, major donors, universities, and low and mid-level giving) means we are not too reliant on any one stream.

We believe there is real scope to reach more supporters and increase gift sizes in all these areas. We are in the early stages of creating a donor development board – “Friends of The Access Project” - to engage new and existing individual supporters and their networks. There is huge potential to be bolder in promoting our impact; through our website, social media and through in-person networks. As part of our work to broaden our appeal, we are seeking mission-aligned patrons who will help us to reach their followers and amplify our work. You will lead and support the Partnerships and Communications team to double our income-raising capabilities over the coming years, including by promoting the part all of us can play in helping with fundraising efforts.

The Partnerships and Communications Director is one of six Director-level positions, and as such it has an important leadership role across the organisation: in role-modelling equitable and inclusive leadership; accountability to the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees; and in direct leadership of their team.

Duties and Responsbilities:

The Partnerships and Communications Director will directly lead the Partnerships and Communications team, which currently consists of 8.6 FTEs (including the Director role) who are based across London and Birmingham.

Functional role

• Develop fundraising strategy
  • Work with The Access Project’s Chief Executive to define how we will generate the income needed for longer-term growth, identifying any opportunities for improvements.
  • Work with team members to build pipeline of multi-year pledges for future income.
  • Collaborate with other teams at The Access Project and utilise data insights to help form the fundraising strategy.
• Ensure The Access Project reaches income targets
  • Line manage team to deliver to targets and effectively steward donors across all income streams (corporates, trusts and foundations, major donors, universities, and low and mid-level giving)
  • Play direct role in high-value fundraising asks as needed
  • Design and deliver presentations and pitches collaboratively with colleagues
  • Support the Chief Executive with the development of “Friends of The Access Project” donor development Board and stewardship of major donors
  • Work with the Finance Director and team to ensure there is an accurate and up to date picture for income streams in terms of actual and forecast against plan
  • Track and manage performance of income streams and proactively identify any remedial action as might be required.
• Ensure income generation is aligned with wider strategy
  • Ensure corporate partnerships are aligned with our wider organisational strategic objectives/delivery, for example in relation to volunteering offer and requirements for pro bono support
  • Ensure university partnerships are aligned with our wider organisational strategy (e.g. regional growth plans, programme delivery).
• Ensure we effectively communicate our work
  • Lead the Communications function at The Access Project (supported by the Head of Communications)
  • Ensure The Access Project has a credible communications strategy (developed by the Head of Communications) in order to articulate clear messages effectively to key audiences
  • Accountable for identifying, recruiting, stewarding and broadening patrons of The Access Project, in particular that they support our work to address structural inequality that prevents young people from fulfilling their potential and limits their life chances.
• Ensure good governance
  • Develop and ensure best-practice use of donor management system
  • Ensure fundraising activity complies with UK law and regulations
  • Prepare and manage annual partnerships and communications expenditure budgets
  • Report up to date income positions and performance of multi-year fundraising strategies to the Executive team and to the Board of Trustees to a high standard.

Organisation and team leadership

• Providing leadership to the Partnership and Communications team
  • Provide effective management of the team, including supporting them to develop their effectiveness as leaders
  • Develop and champion forums for effective cross-team working
  • Ensure effective processes are in place and being used for income tracking and relationship management to ensure effective data collection and partnership retention.
• Leading the organisation, including through active participation in the Executive team
  • Take an active role in ensuring the organisation is making the right decisions to achieve our stated strategic objectives, by bringing a Partnership and Communications lens, and being able to think in the wider interests of the organisation
  • Take cabinet responsibility for decisions at Executive level
  • Raise profile and importance of Partnerships and Communications function across the organisation and ensure that other teams actively contribute to our fundraising efforts.
• Representing The Access Project externally
  • Represent the organisation with a high degree of professionalism to further our objectives and social impact.

Requirements

Person Specification:

Essential skills/experience:

• Track record of successfully meeting multi-million pound annual fundraising targets
• Track record of growing fundraising from a range of income streams
• Compelling advocate and amplifier for our mission, able to engage and elicit commitments from a diverse range of donors Confident line manager, with experience of building, leading, developing and motivating a team
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills with all external and internal audiences
• Deep understanding of the fundraising environment, including regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of how different kinds of funders operate and how to craft written / oral presentations to meet specifications, and how reporting arrangements work
• Ability to liaise with Finance colleagues to develop income pipeline, actuals and forecasts to give accurate picture of current position and projected outturns
• Ability to understand, support and challenge communications professionals in developing and promoting The Access Project’s message.

Desired skills/experience:

• Knowledge of education/social mobility sector
• Ability to access a broad network of potential supporters of The Access Project’s work
• Professional expertise in communications.

Characteristics:

• Strategic thinker, experience of converting strategy into detailed operational plans
• Outstanding project management skills, well organised and reliable
• Effective collaborator, able to work with colleagues across the organisation to create compelling cases for support to The Access Project (orally and in writing)
• Passionate about educational disadvantage, widening participation and The Access Project’s mission.

Further Information

Equal Opportunities Statement

The Access Project is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We are working towards improvements with equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

Safeguarding Statement

The Access Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Disclosure of a Criminal Record

The Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986 does not apply to posts where there is access to children. This means that applicants for employment which involves working with children and young people must disclose any criminal record. If you are selected for appointment you will be subject to this procedure. All Disclosures are carried out in the strictest confidence and are made only in connection with your application for employment and for no other purpose. The application for an Enhanced Disclosure will be activated before your first day of work.

Guidance for candidates applying for a job with The Access Project. Please read this carefully before you start to fill in the application form.

General

The application form plays a crucial part in the selection process, both in deciding whether you will be invited to an interview and at the interview itself. It is vital that you complete this form as fully and accurately as possible. We will not make any assumptions about your experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to do the job.

Read the full vacancy details carefully before you start. All parts of the application form must be completed.

Poised to expand our operations significantly, we are seeking a talented leader to work with an enthusiastic board of Trustees, developing our vision and strategic plan for growth.  

Pregnancy Centres Network is a registered charity committed to supporting, serving and building best practice in the independent Christian Pregnancy Centres across the UK who work with a non-directive, non-judgemental ethos.

As Director you will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the role of local independent Christian Pregnancy Centres, with a passion to support them and encourage best practice.

You will envision and manage five staff members, to support and build relationships with over 75 centres throughout the UK, while engaging with relevant organisations and individuals to raise our profile and encourage new groups to start centres.

Salary: £40,000 FTE plus pension contributions

This post is for 24 hours/week (salary £24,000 per annum) The successful candidate will work from home but must be resident in the UK.

Closing date for applications is January 21st2022 and interviews will take place in the week beginning January 31st2022

The role carries an Occupational Requirement whereby the successful applicant will agree with the Pregnancy Centres Network Statement of Faith and be a practising Christian.

This is one of four team leader roles within the Programmes Directorate, with responsibility for two main programmes: our longstanding global Award and Development Programme and our new Changemakers Programme (launched in 2021), which we are delivering in partnership with the UK Youth and the Centre for Mental Health.

The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring the planning and delivery of quality, impactful programmes that harness the power of youth social action, providing thought leadership for the organisation in this area. In line with the commitments and ambition set out in our new strategy the post-holder will also be responsible for identifying and cultivating new programme partnerships and funding opportunities to support the growth and sustainability of our work with and for young people.

JOB DESCRIPTION

 1. Programme effectiveness and impact

• Work with the Impact and Evaluation team to embed a culture of evidence-based programming within the team, helping develop appropriate systems and processes to support monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Maximise opportunities for young people to engage meaningfully and inclusively in the planning, delivery and review of our Award and Development and Changemaker Programmes.
• Provide thought leadership on youth social action – both within the team and across the programmes directorate more widely – ensuring our thinking and practice is informed by latest insights and sector learning on how to effectively engage and support young people as social leaders and activists.
• Oversee the operational planning, delivery and review of our programmes, ensuring learning and good practice is captured and shared across the directorate.
• Work with the Director of Programmes and Policy Coordinator to identify opportunities for policy engagement and influence, actively seeking ways to platform youth voices and share insights and learning from programmes.
• Work with the Communications and Impact and Evaluation teams to develop robust and compelling resources to communicate programme impact to our core audiences.

2. Programme partnerships and funding

• Ensure the effective management of existing programme partnerships, including through regular communications and quality reporting, to support funding, delivery and policy objectives.
• Work with the Directors of Programmes and Fundraising to identify and cultivate new partnerships to support programme funding, delivery and policy engagement
• Develop pitches, products and funding proposals accordingly, in collaboration with programme managers and the fundraising team.

3. Team leadership and management

• Build a cohesive and engaged team that embraces The Diana Award’s core values and has a culture committed to reflective learning, accountability and impact.
• Ensure the team has clear shared and individual work plans in place with measurable KPIs and regular supervision, appraisals and team meetings to monitor progress.
• Manage the team budget, monitoring expenditure across the different funding streams and working with the programme managers and finance team to prepare reports for funders.
• Encourage and support the team to engage in continuous professional development, signposting and seeking opportunities as relevant.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are fully understood and applied within the team, supporting ongoing learning and escalating any issues arising to the safeguarding forum.

4. Senior management

• Contribute to the overall leadership and management of the Programmes Directorate.
• Contribute to the wider management of the organisation, ensuring effective business partnering relationships are in place with key functions eg. comms, operations, I&E, fundraising etc.
• Represent the organisation externally as required.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as may be required.

Closing date : 13:00 on Monday 10th January 2022

This is one of four team leader roles within the Programmes Directorate, with responsibility for The Diana Award’s Mentoring Programme. The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring the planning and delivery of quality, impactful mentoring programmes and providing thought leadership in this area. In line with the commitments and ambition set out in our new strategy the post-holder will also be responsible for identifying and cultivating new programme partnerships and funding opportunities to support the growth and sustainability of our work with and for young people.

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. Programme effectiveness and impact

• Work with the Impact and Evaluation team to embed a culture of evidence-based programming within the team, helping develop appropriate systems and processes to support monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Maximise opportunities for young people to engage meaningfully and inclusively in the planning, delivery and review of The Diana Award’s Mentoring Programme.
• Provide thought leadership on mentoring – both within the team and across the programmes directorate more widely – ensuring our thinking and practice is informed by latest insights and sector learning on how to effectively use mentoring interventions to achieve positive outcomes for young people.
• Oversee the operational planning, delivery and review of our programmes, ensuring learning and good practice is captured and shared across the directorate.
• Work with the Director of Programmes and Policy Coordinator to identify opportunities for policy engagement and influence, actively seeking ways to platform youth voices and share insights and learning from programmes.
• Work with the Communications and Impact and Evaluation teams to develop robust and compelling resources to communicate programme impact to our core audiences.

2. Programme partnerships and funding

• Ensure the effective management of existing programme partnerships, including through regular communications and quality reporting, to support funding, delivery and policy objectives.
• Work with the Directors of Programmes and Fundraising to identify and cultivate new partnerships to support programme funding, delivery and policy engagement
• Develop pitches, products and funding proposals accordingly, in collaboration with programme Coordinators and the fundraising team.

3. Team leadership and management

• Build a cohesive and engaged team that embraces The Diana Award’s core values and has a culture committed to reflective learning, accountability and impact.
• Ensure the team has clear shared and individual work plans in place with measurable KPIs and regular supervision, appraisals and team meetings to monitor progress.
• Manage the team budget, monitoring expenditure across the different funding streams and working with the programme managers and finance team to prepare reports for funders.
• Encourage and support the team to engage in continuous professional development, signposting and seeking opportunities as relevant.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are fully understood and applied within the team, supporting ongoing learning and escalating any issues arising to the safeguarding forum.

4. Senior management

• Contribute to overall leadership and management of the Programmes Directorate.
• Contribute to the wider management of the organisation, ensuring effective business partnering relationships are in place with key functions eg. comms, operations, I&I, fundraising etc.
• Represent the organisation externally as required.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as may be required.

Closing date ; 13:00 on Monday 10th January 2022

Hackney Migrant Centre (HMC) delivers a free, weekly advice and support service for vulnerable migrants on immigration, housing, welfare and access to health (our visitors). We support visitors to resolve their immigration problems and move out of homelessness and destitution in the long-term, as well as assisting them to address immediate issues. Most of our visitors lack secure immigration status or have a pending asylum claim and are destitute as a result of their immigration status and the Hostile Environment.

HMC currently employs an (interim) Operations Manager supported by a Fundraiser and a Finance Officer, and a Destitution Casework Coordinator, a Caseworker for Families and Young People, an Access to Justice Coordinator, a Volunteer Coordinator and a (fixed-term) Casework Support Assistant. HMC is currently recruiting its first Immigration Adviser. HMC’s work is supported by over 50 dedicated volunteers and we work closely with a number of partner organisations to ensure visitors can access specialist legal advice and long-term support.

PURPOSE OF THE POST

HMC's work is informed by a vision of a UK where no one is forced into destitution, exploitation or vulnerability as a result of their immigration status.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to undertake overall responsibility for the running of HMC as it delivers its purpose to support migrants primarily in Hackney, and the wider London community, to access rights and overcome injustice in the immigration system. The postholder will be responsible for strategic development and the effective operation of HMC’s services and have oversight of the organisation’s finance, administration and governance. The postholder will take overall responsibility for staffing, and line-manage a team of staff.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to develop and support HMC as it reviews its service following Coronavirus and the support it can provide for visitors. The postholder will have the opportunity to shape this role. If you relish the challenge, we would love to hear from you. 

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic individuals, those who are migrants or refugees, and who have lived experience of the impact of immigration policy and practice.

More information is available upon request.

It is a very busy department, and you'll have a huge responsibility driving our fundraising income growth and supporter numbers. You'll do this by leading on our Fundraising and Communications strategy and have overall responsibility for our bid applications, event planning, external media communications including social media, volunteers, and our charity shops.

As a member of Strode Parks senior management team, you'll also work with the wider team and our trustees to take forward the Charity's strategic goals and contribute to our development and achieving our aims and vision.

You'll be supported by a Fundraising & Communications Assistant and an Events & Volunteer Coordinator plus our team of dedicated volunteers.

For more information and the roles criteria, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

Why you should apply

Working at Strode Park is rewarding on so many levels and we are pleased to be able to offer our valued staff members the following benefits:

• Excellent training provided
• Opportunity to join our pension Scheme
• Paid Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS)
• Fresh meals prepared on site daily
• Competitive rates of pay
• You'll be eligible to refer family and friends to also work at Strode and be rewarded £250 for doing so

Flexible Working

At Strode Park we will consider all requests for flexible working and are proud to be a Flex from First employer. Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need

Our Values

Our values underpin everything we do at Strode Park Foundation. We employ truly inspirational people who make our care setting a remarkable place to work. Together we offer high quality care which meet the needs of children and adults with disabilities, helping them to achieve their goals and live the life they choose.

Covid-19 Vaccinations

Strode Park Foundation regards the Covid-19 vaccination as a positive measure and note that vaccination is to become a mandatory requirement for staff who work in care homes from 11 November unless medically exempt. Candidates applying for a role at Strode Park Foundation will be expected to have received their vaccination against coronavirus as part of our pre-employment process before commencing employment. Please let us know if you have not managed to arrange to receive the vaccine. If you have a medical reason as to why you are not able to have the vaccine or you have any questions on the vaccination, please contact the HR team who will gladly assist you with this.

The location

This job is based at Strode Park House in Herne.

Strode Park Foundation has been caring since 1946, providing vital care, support services, care at home, supported living opportunities and day and leisure services for children and adults with a range of disabilities.

Interested in applying?

For more information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

The post is subject to the relevant Disclosure check being obtained from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Strode Park is an equal opportunities employer.

Should you require any further information or have any queries about the role, please do not hesitate to contact the HR team who will gladly assist you with this.

Strode Park is committed to ensuring all disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for the role are guaranteed an interview and will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.

Strode Park is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, an accreditation given to organisations that pledge to actively seek out and hire skilled disabled people, and to positively change attitudes, behaviours and cultures, within their businesses, supply chain and local communities.

Strode Park is an equal opportunities employer.

Closing date: 23 January 2022

Albion in the Community have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Community Programmes to join the team.

Location: American Express Community Stadium, Brighton

Salary: Competitive

Hours:Full-time role, 35 hours per week

Job Type: Permanent

Applications submitted by: 14th January 2022

About Us:

Albion in the Community (AITC) are the official charity of Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club. Using the power of football, we help people to get active, learn new skills and improve their wellbeing throughout Sussex.

Head of Community Programmes – The Role:

As Head of Community Programmes, the post holder will be responsible for overseeing the management, coordination and delivery of community initiatives which use the power of football to change lives.

As a member of the senior management team, and working closely with the Chief Executive, you¿ll support in strategically shaping the work of Albion in the Community, identifying opportunities to develop new ways for the charity to make an impact on the community, and encourage positive working culture across the organisation.

Head of Community Programmes – Key Responsibilities:

The Head of Community Programmes will have a varied workload which will include managing, supporting and guiding programme managers as they deliver high quality, impactful projects in the community. You’ll facilitate regular programme reporting for stakeholders, develop departmental budgets and ensure delivery within appropriate frameworks.

Leading community initiatives which work across football participation, education and employability and community wellbeing in Sussex, you’ll ensure that beneficiaries of the work of Albion in the Community achieve the goals they set out to achieve, and that the Charity maximises its community impact.

Head of Community Programmes – You:

The Head of Community Programmes will have experience or working within private, public or the voluntary sector and will have a proven track record of developing and delivering community initiatives.

Head of Community Programmes – Our Values:

- Treat People Well

- Exceed Expectations

- Aim High, Never Give Up

- Act with Integrity

- Make it Special

 
 

Head of Community Programmes – Benefits:

- Free breakfast & lunch (fantastic healthy and tasty food provided by our inhouse chefs)

- Free onsite parking

- Local travel discounts

- Discounts at the Club superstore and website

- Health benefits including eye care

- Group life protection

- Club pension scheme

- Discounts and benefits for local businesses

Head of Community Programmes - Disability Confident:

Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are proud to be a disability confident employer who are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of our People and Culture team.

Head of Community Programmes - Equality Statement:

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community celebrates and values the diversity brought by employees, potential employees, casual workers, potential casual workers, players, potential players, applicants, supporters, participants on community programmes and customers and believes the Club benefits from engaging with everyone from a variety of backgrounds, thus allowing it to meet the needs of a diverse population within a multi-cultural society. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.

Head of Community Programmes - Safeguarding Statement:

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

To submit your application for this exciting Head of Community Programmes opportunity, please press ‘Apply’ now to be redirected to our website.

Job Title: Director FNF Global 

Accountable to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Direct Reports:Head of Global Partnerships & FNF Global Assistant 

Additional Support: Director FNF Academy, Deputy Director FNF Academy                 

Location: London with home working 

Pension: National Employment Savings Trust (NEST)

Term: 2 years initially after a satisfactory 6-month probation period, to be reviewed after 2 years.  Secondments will be considered.

Job Purpose

FNF is looking for a Director FNF Global to join our innovative team. 

The Director FNF Global will contribute to the organisation’s strategy, goals and plans, as well as drive both evolutionary and transformational change. The FNF Global Strategy has recently been approved by the FNF Global Committee and was ratified by the Board of Directors in December 2021

As part of the Florence Nightingale Foundation Executive team the Director will support the charity to achieve ambitious global growth to meet its strategic objectives.

The post holder will work collaboratively with Head of Global Partnerships and the FNF Academy team to ensure the successful delivery of global programmes and projects. 

The post holder will work with the Director of Income Generation to provide a creative and dynamic external focus to identify and develop a range of income generation initiatives to support the FNF Global work. This will include project-specific information to support new funding bids and opportunities. 

Keep up to date with developments in with relevant global issues for nurses and midwives, with special focus on current affairs and policy developments in target countries especially in relation to potential opportunities to develop or enhance FNF’s Global programmes and projects. 

Oversee and provide assurance to the Board of Directors that all activities meet regulatory compliance and records are accurate.

As a member of the Executive Team the post holder will contribute at the highest corporate level influencing key discussions and decisions.

Key Responsibilities

FNF Global 

• Lead and deliver the FNF Global strategy providing stretching but achievable goals.

General duties

• Ensure all activities are aligned to the overall strategic direction of the Foundation.
• Serve as a fully active member of the FNF Executive Team, supporting the CEO indelivering theorganisational strategic objectives.
• Provide strategic leadership to drive innovation across the Foundation with the aim of securing long term sustainability of income, testing new concepts, and commercial viability in partnership with the Director of Income Generation
•  Working as part of the Executive Team, develop, maintain, monitor, and report on financial performance,budgets and forecasts and KPIs.
• Encourage teams to embrace business intelligence and feedback to drive improvements.
• Ensure all risks are identified, communicated, and managed.
• Increase understanding and awareness across the Foundation regarding FNF Global activities.
• Produce reports, proposals, presentations, and associated documents for internaland external (national and global) audiences and Trustees.
• Manage external stakeholders, attend events, and give presentations to drive awareness andsupportfor the Foundation.
• Oversee the use of the CRM to record contacts and activity. 
• Ensure all activities are carried out in a manner which meets statutory and regulatory requirements.
• As a director, chair or investigate employee relations cases.
• Ensure FNF commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is embedded in all areas of responsibility.
• Act as a champion for equality, diversity and inclusion, challenging poor or inappropriate practice in all areas of FNF delivery of service.

​People Management

• Lead and coach the teams in the areas of responsibility to achieve their personal targets andpersonaldevelopment objectives, empowering them to achieve their potential.
• Ensure all team members are appropriately trained to complete their roles, including legal compliance andall online mandatory training is complete.
• Ensure team members understand and adhere to FNF Policies and Procedures.

Competencies

• The ability to recognise opportunities for new services and products and to act accordingly, taking measured risks into account.
• The ability to develop and maintain relations, alliances, and coalitions within and outside the organisation and to use them to obtain information, support and cooperation.
• The ability to step back from one’s daily routine, explore ideas for the future, regard the facts from a distance and see them in a broader context or in the longer term.
• The ability to change one’s behavioural style and/or views to attain a set goal.
• The ability and willingness to understand, accept and carry out decisions and measures from managers.
• The ambition to win over other people for one’s views and ideas and to generate support.
• The ability to determine goals and priorities and to assess the actions, time and resources needed to achieve those goals.

Person Specification

Required knowledge, skills, and experience 

Essential

Education / Qualifications

• Post-graduate level academic or professional management qualification or evidence of equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development

Essential

Knowledge / Experience

• Experience in working with global nursing/midwifery partners
• Experience of fostering collaborative working relationships with multinational partners across the world
• Experience of managing multinational educational projects from inception to completion 
• Track record of measuring and disseminating the impact of projects through a range of media including peer review publication 
• Understanding of country specific healthcare systems, educational practices, and political influences
• Evidence of securing global funding for an organisation and/or individual projects and report writing
• Evidence of building strong internal and external (national and global) relationships
• Extensive proven Senior Management experience in a commercial or charity environment at multi-million-pound level
• Significant experience of successfully leading, motivating, and developing staff in high performing teams
• Evidence of strategic development
• Proven expertise in advocacy, and ability to develop relationships with decision-makers at the highest level
• A passion for, and understanding of, the value of leadership development in furthering global nursing development
• Experience of working in or with non-governmental organisations 
• Proven ability to plan successfully and manage a range of competing pressures
• Experience of public outreach, such as speaking engagements and media engagements
• Experience of charity governance and financial management

Skills / personal attributes

• Excellent communicator
• Excellent networker
• Team player, willing to support wider Foundation operational requirements
• Committed to the work of the Foundation and driven to support service development
• Excellent numerate and analytical skills
• Able to be creative and identify income or business development opportunities
• Full driving licence and access to own vehicle for work

There is a director-shaped hole at Southall Black Sisters. Will you be the one to fill it?

Southall Black Sisters is looking for an exceptional woman with that mix of political vision and management & people skills which will ensure that the organisation retains and grows its iconic place in anti-racist, anti-fundamentalist, feminist politics, and provides an exemplary advocacy service to Black and minoritised women.

Originally set up in 1979, Southall Black Sisters has become a household name. Based in West London but with a national reach and reputation for its landmark legal interventions, its contributions to changes in policy through targeted campaigns and its unique approach to casework and advocacy have brought hope and freedom to countless women who have walked through its doors.

In 1983, we set up a not-for-profit advice, campaigning, resource, and advocacy centre for Black and minoritised women, defending women’s rights and freedoms, with a particular focus on challenging all forms of violence against women, especially in relation to South Asian women. We have been in the forefront of the fight to support migrant women whose escape from domestic violence is complicated by harsh immigration rules and the absence of state benefits.

Be prepared to challenge the state, community leaders, and all patriarchal and racist institutions in support of the women who come to our centre. You should bring substantial experience in a management role, including 5 years at a senior level. You should be committed to our values and have the experience and confidence to present our case to a range of external bodies, including the media and government. You should be able to demonstrate evidence of strategic leadership, and an ability to manage change, and inspire staff teams.

Due to the nature of our work the post is open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1). We particularly welcome applications from Black and minoritised women.

Sustrans Director, London

£57,697 per annum plus a London Weighting allowance of £3,995 pa

(Ref: SUS3438)

Up to 37.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working

Base: London – WFH 

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us, as a Director for London, a role where you can influence real change across the city. 

Our vision has never been more relevant, join us and play a pivotal role, working with partners, to make London a happier healthier city for everyone.

About the role

As the Director for London, you will be accountable to the Executive Director, England for the overall strategic direction of the charity in London, contributing to Sustrans-wide strategic development, as a member of Sustrans’ team of directors. 

Managing seven direct reports from multi-disciplinary teams across the city, you will manage resources, providing effective, positive leadership to the heads of teams, in order to deliver Sustrans’ strategy and business plan priorities and initiatives across London. 

Strengthening our strategic relationships with key organisations and people, such as Transport for London (TfL), local authorities, the Mayor’s Office and politicians, you will positively influence decision-makers in the field of sustainable transport.

You will be responsible for income generation through business development, identifying new areas of funding, guiding your teams to do the same. You will build and manage relationships with key funding bodies and partners in order to secure funds for project delivery and implementation and to help catalyse change in London. You will assess the structure of the team, identifying the best way forward to deliver our vision and necessary change.

This role will require travel and work at locations as necessary to undertake projects on behalf of Sustrans. Candidates should be based within the South geographical area with regular travel expected to London.

Sustrans adds value to every project it supports, through the meaningful partnerships forged with local authorities and community groups, and as an independent charity stakeholder with expertise in community engagement, behaviour change and design. 

About you

You will have set strategic direction previously; and should evidence a collaborative working approach, enabling you to effectively engage with external stakeholders and influence key decision makers. Leading change internally, your strategy and clear direction will gain confidence from your team, enthusing them and creating a space where they generate innovative ideas, creating a high performing team. As an experienced senior leader you will be able to evidence motivating and managing multi-disciplinary teams.

A skilled communicator, you will be experienced in negotiations; with the ability to chair complex meetings and deliver presentations that are engaging to a range of stakeholders, such as politicians, funding bodies and local authorities.

We are looking for someone who is values driven and passionate about advocating for sustainable transport. Our ideal candidate will have significant experience of working with TfL and/or local government in London in sustainable transport, urban development or an associated industry.

Additional information

Closing date for the receipt of applications is 23:59, 26th January 2022. 

Interviews will take place via MS Teams 16th February 2022

To apply, please attach a supporting statement and up to date CV.

What we offer

In return we can offer ongoing working from home (or a nearby Sustrans office when it’s safe to do so) and a truly flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment. 

Wellbeing

• 26 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Staff volunteer days
• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 4% or 5% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits

Family Friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

About Sustrans

Sustrans is the charity making it easier for people to walk and cycle. We connect people and places, create liveable neighbourhoods, transform the school run and deliver a happier, healthier commute. 

Our vision and mission have never been more relevant. Across the UK, governments are pledging investment and action on walking and cycling. 

We are working together to make a real difference - creating places where everyone can live and travel happily and healthily, and where nobody is excluded.

Our work wouldn’t be possible without the commitment and dedication of our colleagues.

We are proud of our employee net promoter score, being in the top 20% of all employers across all sectors in the UK, due to our energised, friendly and motivated workforce.

Join Sustrans today and help us get things done, together!