Thera East Midlands, part of the Thera group of companies, which supports over 300 people with a learning disability in Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Stoke, at home, at work and in their local community.
As a Managing Director you will work closely with a colleague executive Service Quality Director with lived experience of a learning disability and the rest of the board to lead Thera East Midlands board to achieve the company’s strategic vision and objectives.
You will bring extensive leadership and management experience to the established and talented management team and inspire them to continuously improve the support offered and commit to the co-design of new opportunities for the people in their own communities and in the planning and delivery of individual support.
It is essential that you have the empathy and understanding of the needs of people with a learning disability together with the depth and breadth of experience and knowledge required to provide day to day intensive support at scale, and take the company forward.
If you are able to take initiative, seek opportunities and successfully work with others to achieve outstanding results the we would love to hear from you.
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Inside Justice is a small charity, founded in 2010 and registered in 2018, which investigates alleged miscarriages of justice.
We are seeking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead Inside Justice through the next exciting phase of our strategic development, and to motivate, inspire and build the capacity of our organisation, staff and networks.
Our work is to review and assess applications from prisoners usually serving long sentences for crimes they say they did not commit, to identify whether new legal, scientific or investigative work could be done to show possible wrongful imprisonment.
We have, in our trustees and Advisory Panel, ex high ranking police officers, DNA, blood, fibre, fingerprint and CCTV experts all at the peaks of their disciplines, who work on our cases pro bono.
When appropriate, we make submissions for cases to be heard at the Court of Appeal. When our casework identifies systemic failings, we undertake policy work to bring change for all entering the criminal justice system.
The CEO will work closely with the team and report to the Board of Trustees, with prime responsibility for driving the business in such a way that fulfils our goals, which are;
1. To investigate alleged miscarriages of justice, making submissions to the relevant public body if suitable grounds are identified by our Advisory Panel of experts
2. To lobby for change when systemic failings are identified.
Title: CEO
Salary: circa £50,000 p/a (pro rata),
Hours: 4 - 5 days (negotiable),
Where: Remotely, mainly at home, with flexibility to attend meetings predominantly in London, when required,
Reports to: Board of Trustees,
Summary: An applicant must be a credible ambassador, a powerful communicator and an inclusive leader who has:
- experience of criminal law and/or policy/governance work;
- excellent strategic and business planning skills;
- ability to engage with donors, attract funding and strategic partnerships;
- skills to lead and develop our services to maximise their impact;
Responsibilities:
- Representing Inside Justice in a variety of forums with: trial legal representatives; applicants (prisoners); experts from a range of disciplines; victim’s and applicants’ families; trial witnesses;
- The ability to identify systemic failings identified by our casework and prepare submissions to criminal justice stakeholders (such as Government Select Committees);
- Deal effectively and persuasively with a wide range of people, both within and outside the charity, as part of a multi-skilled team and on an individual basis in order to ensure effective and successful conduct of cases;
- Establish credibility and earn respect by the depth of their knowledge and influence others on the basis of their specialist knowledge;
- Assist with identifying donors and potential sources of funding for the charity;
- Provide regular reports to the Board of Trustees when required;
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London South Bank University Students’ Union is on a mission to totally transform the way a students’ union works in a modern university. We are now seeking an outstanding professional leader to join the organisation as Chief Executive to take forward its future development, operational delivery and management across a growing team of staff and volunteers.
About the role
LSBSU is the recognised representative body of 18,000 students at London South Bank University. Many of our students come from less privileged backgrounds and have had to overcome significant barriers in life simply to get to university.
South Bank students have high expectations and ambitions for themselves but lead complex lives where they are faced with the pressures of trying to balance their studies with work and juggling their lives at home. Many don’t identify primarily as students, but instead as carers, nurses, engineers, parents, designers, workers, entrepreneurs, apprentices, last chance learners, and Londoners.
In recent times, realising that much of our activity was not engaging significant parts of our student population, we have taken a long hard look at ourselves. We know that we can do so much more for our students.
Following a period of transition, we have set out an ambitious vision for 2025 that will take us on a journey of improvement and innovation. Our goal is to be a truly transformative students’ union that improves the lives of students on every course and beyond at London South Bank University. We have set a plan for year one, and goals for year five, but how we get there could take many routes and we will need you as CEO to steer that journey.
This is a brilliant opportunity to support an SU which is rebuilding itself from the ground up. We have invested heavily in our transformation, started to build a more inclusive and equitable workplace, and we have significant changes to governance in the pipeline for 2021.
As CEO, you will have the chance to bring people into the senior team and work collaboratively with our Officers, Board and University partner to establish the best way to achieve our goals for 2025.
Who we're looking for
Our ideal Chief Executive will be able to provide dynamic leadership, be motivated to change students’ lives and be passionate about building an organisation that is relevant and responsive to those it seeks to serve.
You need to have strong communication skills, emotional intelligence and an ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. It is essential that you are committed to role modelling inclusive behaviours, building equity and removing the systemic barriers that exist to hold our students back.
We are actively looking to diversify our Trustee board and leadership team as this has not been as diverse as our student population in the past. We are especially interested to hear from candidates from BAME communities and/or candidates that have overcome other significant barriers in their lives.
If you are inspired by the job, we highly recommend you contact Peridot for an informal discussion and background on the role.
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- Full-time: 37.5 hours
- Duration: 12 months (pending funding confirmation)
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
- Salary: AUD$67,830.00 + 9.5% Super
- Closing date: 17.00 (AEST), 26 July 2020
- Interviews: w/c 3 August 2020
We are seeking a motivated Programme Officer to support our peacebuilding work in Papua New Guinea. We are seeking a diligent and organised individual who has strong interpersonal skills, displays high level of initiative, problem-solving skills and works well as part of a team. It is essential that applicants for this role have the right to work in Australia.
Job purpose
The Programme Officer will provide project implementation, administrative and logistical support necessary for an expanding programme of work in Papua New Guinea. The post holder will play a key role in liaising with partners across the areas in which we work, and in managing programme events and information. Reporting to the Papua New Guinea Project Manager, the Programme Officer will be based in Melbourne and will undertake occasional travel to Papua New Guinea in the regions where the programme is operating.
*Please note that this is a reposting of the same role advertised in February 2020. All previous candidates will need to reapply if they wish to be considered for the role.
Conciliation Resources is an independent organisation working with people in conflict to prevent violence and build peace. We’re there for as long... Read more
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Executive Assistant to Chief Executive
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Salary: £28,412 - £33,805 per annum (inclusive of LW)
Location: London
The Churches Conservation Trust is the national charity protecting historic churches at risk.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant to join our team. You will provide our Chief Executive with proactive administrative and secretarial support to ensure effective management of the organisation.
We’re looking for an organised and reliable Executive Assistant. This role will require you to plan ahead and manage multiple priorities. The ideal candidate will have strong administration skills, a positive, can-do attitude, excellent diary management skills and strong minute-taking abilities. You will have the confidence to liaise with various stakeholders and support the Board of Trustees.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking for the next step in their career. You’ll be able to use your strong planning and organisational skills to work on your own projects and events.
The Churches Conservation Trust is following current Government guidance and the successful post holder will be required to work from home until the office reopens.
Closing date: 9am, Friday 24 July 2020
Interviews: Tuesday 4 August 2020
TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please click ‘Apply’ – you will be redirected to our HR Partner’s website where you will find further details on how to apply. Please note, you are not applying at this stage.
The Churches Conservation Trust is an equal opportunities employer
Registered charity number: 258612
Civitas Recruitment are excited to be working with a fantastic youth homelessness charity to help source their new Executive Assistant to the CEO. The charity has an international link however its core focus for this arm will be working on youth homelessness within the London Boroughs. The role of Executive Assistant will be varied and fast paced working to ensure robust administrative and governance processes are developed and delivered.
Who are we looking for?
Ideal candidates will have extensive experience of working in a fast-paced environment with previous of providing administrative support at executive level. You will have excellent organisational skills and be comfortable with minute taking, board report preparation, project management and other secretarial duties. You will possess excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills being able to work with a range of stakeholders. Charity sector experience will also be an advantage. Finally, a desire and motivation to work within the non-profit sector will be vital, ideally with youth-based programmes and services. Please apply directly or contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for further information.
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Passionate about people and planet?
The natural world has experienced unprecedented disruption in recent years. And it’s people, as well as the environment, that suffer as a result. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been dedicated to the protection of the natural world and the wellbeing of everyone in it.
We stand with anyone who cares about the world we live in. Working together with local groups and communities, we push for change around the issues and causes that matter – protecting people’s homes, neighbourhoods and local environment, promoting safe and healthy food and water, and supporting solutions that can deal with the climate crisis and change the world for the better, for everyone. We’re here every step of the way, supporting communities, defending human rights, protecting nature, moving mountains. Combining the efforts of people all over the world enables us to make an even greater difference, meaning local initiatives are transformed into global impact. Together, our voice is louder, our actions more significant, our impact greater. Together, we are determined to change the world for good, creating a cleaner, healthier, fairer world for everyone.
We are seeking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead Friends of the Earth through the next exciting phase of our strategic development. You will motivate, inspire and build the capacity of our organisation, staff and grassroots networks. You will also be an important advocate for a healthy environment that provides a flourishing life for current and future generations, and for amplifying the voice of a diverse range of groups.
The successful candidate will share our passion, ambition and objectives. They will understand the significance and urgency of the climate crisis and be committed to the goal of a fair and just transition away from a polluting world. They will also be able to articulate and lead the delivery of Friends of the Earth’s unique role in supporting inspirational people, campaigning in their local communities, to achieve wide-reaching and lasting change.
If you have the skills and values we are looking for, we look forward to hearing from you. To apply, please search this appointment on the Perrett Laver website, quoting reference 4654 (or click the Apply button). Applicants are asked to please upload a full curriculum vitae (detailing the nature, scope and scale of responsibilities held) alongside a cover letter of application detailing relevant experience and motivation.
The deadline for applications is 9am BST on Friday 17th July 2020.
We welcome applications from suitable candidates based anywhere in England, Wales and Northern Ireland who have the flexibility to travel to London, our other offices and community locations. There is also some travel outside EWNI. The salary is competitive with the market rate and commensurate with the seniority of the appointment. We take work/life balance and family/dependent friendly working environments seriously. We offer a range of benefits, excellent learning and development opportunities, and a vibrant organisational culture.
Friends of the Earth is committed to equal opportunities and to continuously learning how to increase the diversity of our people. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons and encourage applications from people currently underrepresented in the environment movement, including women in senior leadership positions, BAME, disabled people and LGBTQI+ people. We also welcome flexible working arrangements, including applications from job shares.
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The Atlantic Institute was established in 2016 with the support of The Atlantic Philanthropies, and in collaboration with the Rhodes Trust, Oxford (UK).
At the Atlantic Institute we are committed to building a lifelong community of courageous changemakers who together will accelerate the eradication of inequity and injustice resulting in fairer, healthier and more inclusive societies. Our Fellows and Staff are accomplished leaders working in diverse settings and contexts, who together think, learn, incubate and implement strategies for greater impact. The diversity of our fellows is unprecedented and we are committed to the radical inclusion of these leaders as agents of change in communities most impacted by social, economic, racial and health inequities. We provide them with the networks, architecture and resources to connect, learn and act to address the underlying systemic causes of inequity.
In the current global environment of a pandemic, the courageous work to eradicate inequities is more urgently needed than ever. To support, deepen and sustain our community’s impact at this critical juncture, we have therefore created several new permanent roles, including:
- Associate Executive Director (Community, Programming and Impact)
- Augmented and Virtual Realities Lead
- Program and Impact Lead (Innovation and Special Projects)
- Learning and Evaluation Lead
- Data Insight Analyst.
Associate Executive Director - Community Engagement, Programming and Impact
We’re looking for an Associate Executive Director who will lead a strongly connected lifelong community of Senior Fellows and Program staff who together will amplify their impact in the world and ultimately accelerate the eradication of inequities. You will be responsible for Institute’s community engagement, programing and impact strategy and you will have lead responsibility for the design and implementation of programs in support of the work of Senior Fellows and program staff.
Core Competencies
Consistent with all roles at the Atlantic Institute, it is essential that you demonstrate a critical understanding of the diverse root causes of inequities and show a commitment (in thinking and in action) to fairer, healthier and more inclusive societies. In addition, you will have the following skills and experience:
- Effective leadership skills, ability to motivate, engage and develop a team and community of purpose in an agile and complex environment
- Significant experience, ideally at least five years, in an executive leadership role with demonstrated success in transformative community engagement, strategy and programming for impact
- Demonstrated exceptional performance in building high performing teams and guiding and managing staff
- Strong intellectual capability with the capacity to engage with senior academics, business leaders, government officials, other leaders in a range of settings
- An undergraduate degree is essential. The successful candidate will ideally have a post-graduate qualification in a thematic area relevant to the Atlantic Fellows mission, public sector or business management.
To find out more on the role and how to apply, please view the attached job description.
Please submit your application to us by 12:00 (BST) on Friday 24th July 2020.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our Americas Regional Office, located in Mexico City, works to ensure respect for human rights, and for equal and just societies throughout the region. You will provide substantial support to help our management team to succeed. The Americas Director is a central figure and is seeking a driven and team-oriented person to provide substantial executive support and assist with her busy agenda.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Executive Assistant to the Americas Director at Amnesty International, you will play an essential role in enabling the Americas leadership to meet ambitious human rights objectives. You will be responsible for providing a range of high-level administrative and executive support services to ensure the efficient running of the Director´s Office. The Americas Director's work should be effectively supported with the appropriate service, systems and processes to maintain high standards and facilitate monitoring and reporting on work undertaken. Alongside this, the Executive Assistant will also provide full administrative and project management support to the office Team, whilst also contributing to the support of the Americas management Team.
JOB PURPOSE
Provide high-level administrative and executive support to the Regional Leadership Team and assist with administrative, logistical and coordination tasks of Amnesty International's Americas Regional Office, located in Mexico City, Mexico
ABOUT YOU
As the first point of contact for the Americas Director you will be a strong communicator, providing a high-level service to a range of stakeholders. You will be based in Mexico City but in constant communication with relevant internal and external contacts in the Americas region, and other world locations, be detail-oriented, be able to work at pace and to juggle independently the broad requirements of a role at this level of seniority. You must demonstrate the political judgement and discretion to manage sensitive information in addition to the initiative and discipline necessary to working with conflicting priorities and complex activities within a short time frame daily. You will also have excellent administrative and financial skills with the ability to monitor budgets for individual programmes and the Regional Director's office. You also need to have strong inter-personal skills to secure access to high-level contacts with government officials, and other senior leaders in the public, private and NGO sectors. You are bilingual in Spanish and English, and preferably conversational in Portuguese.
ABOUT US
Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world and have:
- more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights
- more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice
Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.
At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.
WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT
If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click 'Apply for this Role' below.
Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work.
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COVID-19 has had a profound impact on the delivery of our services but supported by a committed staff and volunteer team we have mobilised homeworking to continue helping the local LGBTQ community in need by phone, email and digitally during this period. Undoubtedly the landscape for local LGBTQ charities like us has dramatically changed and we are looking for a dynamic and innovative leader who can navigate us through the next steps of our COVID-19 recovery.
Switchboard is celebrating its 45th year this year making us the longest-running LGBTQ organisation in Brighton & Hove. The charity is in a strong position with an effective governance structure in place and a strong vision for the future. Our dedicated staff team deliver an exciting range of LGBTQ projects and services; including our volunteer-run helpline, older people’s project, a health and inclusion project, disabled peoples project, Rainbow Dementia Café, bereavement group, trans and non-binary link social prescribing project and our trans survivors project.
We’re looking for a strong all-rounder who is able to manage both strategy and operations. You will need to be a credible ambassador, a powerful communicator and an inclusive leader who has:
- excellent strategic and business planning skills;
- a track record of attracting funding and strategic partnerships;
- experience of implementing monitoring and evaluation systems;
- skills to lead and develop our services to maximise their impact.
- solutions focused with the ability change and adapt services in line with all circumstances
Help us create a lasting legacy for the LGBTQ communities in Brighton & Hove with this unique and exciting opportunity.
Want to lead an organisation that stands in solidarity alongside migrants in their fight for rights and justice? Then join us!
We are looking for an energetic and motivated Chief Executive Officer (Maternity Cover) to manage the organisation whilst the current CEO takes maternity leave.
We are looking for an exceptional individual to provide effective leadership and oversight of our organisation to take it forward in its organisational aims and objectives according to its current strategy.
They will have substantial experience in leading organisations within the not-for-profit sector, and background in fundraising and financial management. The individual will have excellent interpersonal skills, flexible, and an ability to manage a full and varied workload, and staff team.
As the lead spokesperson, the candidate will have exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, so they represent MRN’s position to the wider public and in the media.
The charity is looking for exceptional candidates with a:
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Commitment to upholding the rights of migrants
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Real vision as to how this can be done in the current political, social and economic climate of the UK
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Readiness to work with all groups and individuals who support in part or in whole the MRN mission
The salary will be £41,754 per annum, pro-rata. In addition, MRN contributes up to 6% of salary to pensions.
We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic individuals, and those who are migrants or refugees, and who have lived experience of the impact of immigration policy and practice.
Closing date for applications: 30 June 2020, 9.00 a.m.
Date for candidate interviews: 6 and 7 July 2020
Migrants’ Rights Network is a UK-based NGO that works alongside migrants in their fight for rights and justice.
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Student Hubs is looking for a new Chief Executive Officer
We are looking for an outstanding CEO committed to youth social action to lead Student Hubs through its next phase of development.
Student Hubs designs and delivers social action programmes for students in partnership with universities across the UK. Each year we support 2,500 students to take part in long-term volunteering, community action, impact consultancy, Service Learning and social innovation projects. This role is a fantastic opportunity to lead an exciting small charity working in the higher education sector.
This is a challenging and varied role, which will require you to lead and oversee a range of organisational functions. You’ll be setting the direction for a dynamic, fast-paced team full of people who are passionate about social impact and the student experience. You will receive support and space to rapidly develop professionally; this is a fantastic opportunity for significant learning and career progression.
The successful candidate will bring a track record of strategic leadership in the charity sector, higher education, youth social action or a related area. We will also consider candidates with experience transferable from another sector. They will need to help navigate Student Hubs through the extraordinary long-term challenges created by the coronavirus pandemic, while continuing to grow the organisation sustainably, develop partnerships and maintain a strong financial position.
Please visit our website to see our application pack with further information about Student Hubs and the role.
Deadline: 5pm, Monday 20 July 2020
Location: London preferred (remote working considered), with travel required to Hub cities
Start date: October 2020 preferred
Student Hubs works to catalyse student involvement in social action.
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Citizens Advice West Suffolk is a progressive, highly regarded independent charity providing advice to around 7,000 clients across West Suffolk from our five offices and outreach locations. We have 28 mainly part time staff with about 120 volunteers in a wide variety of roles, and we are looking to appoint a new Chief Officer to provide inspirational leadership across the five offices
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated with a strong commitment to our aims and principles, and a clear vision of our potential for future development. In addition they will have significant experience of strategic development, business planning and staff management, with a strong focus in identifying and developing new funding opportunities. The candidate will be an excellent communicator with demonstrable experience of working with a range of key stakeholders. Key elements of the position will be supporting the trustee board in their strategic role, financial planning and HR responsibilities.
Our staff and volunteers find Citizens Advice West Suffolk an enjoyable place to work, and we value their commitment to our service.
Closing date: 24th July 2020
Interview date: 12th August 2020
Citizens Advice West Suffolk values equality and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Every local Citizens Advice is a registered charity. Different application procedures are adopted by individual local Citizens Advice. Contact the relevant one as outlined in the information about this role. You should not send an application form to national Citizens Advice. All local Citizens Advice produce their own annual report, but you can find out more about the Citizens Advice network or download the latest national Citizens Advice annual report.
Since 2004 Carers Bucks and Carers MK have been the main providers of support services to unpaid family carers in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes.
We are now seeking a new CEO to provide strong and inspirational leadership for the continued development of our organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our next CEO will inherit an organisation universally respected for the difference it makes in support of people in difficult and vulnerable circumstances. We are therefore looking to appoint a leader who will bring vision, collaborates by instinct and has the professional confidence to inspire others to exceed expectations. A track record of values-based leadership will shine through those qualified to take up this unique role, having established their credentials in an environment focused on tackling poverty and addressing social exclusion. This is not a role for everyone, but it will instantly resonate with those whose values fit and profile stands out.
We hope that the information set out within the candidate pack, which can be accessed via the Distinctive People website (please click on the Apply button), gives a strong flavour of who we are, what we do and the difference we make. If you are as comfortable engaging with the people Shelter Cymru support, as you are in challenging politicians and policy makers to shape future policy, then this is a role not to be missed. The need to fulfil our Purpose has never been more important, can you rise to the challenge?
For a confidential discussion with Distinctive People's lead consultant, please call Mark Glinwood (telephone number can be found in the candidate pack).
Applications should be submitted no later than 9:00am, 6 July 2020 as per the guidance set out in the candidate pack.