This is an exciting opportunity to become the Finance Director of an established and impactful International Development organisation with operations in the UK and Nigeria. As the most senior member of the finance team at SDN you will have significant influence in leading and shaping the future of our organisation.

Job Location: Flexible, home and/or our London office. We are currently asking everyone to attend the office on a designated day once a month, so we have the opportunity to meet and collaborate in-person. Outside of this one day a month – plus any other tasks where it is necessary to be in the office to fulfil the duties of your role – it will be up to you whether you want to work fully from home or to attend the office more regularly. We are more interested in the quality and content of your work, and your ability to work with others and to deadlines, than where you work.

Reporting To: Executive Director

Hours: Part-time 3 days per week, but we would consider other part-time hours for the right candidate (we are open to considering flexible arrangements, such as a job share, flexible working hours etc.)

Travel: Approximately 2 trips per year to the SDN office in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Role Overview: The Finance Director is the number one finance position in the organisation which has overall responsibility for the finance function and administrative operations, including HR, legal, risk, facilities and IT. It is a widely scoped role and therefore requires somebody that relishes taking on a broad range of responsibilities - the role is an exciting mix of financial strategy, financial management, accounting, systems improvements, compliance and administration. You will have a solid track record of team and line management, be equally interested in the financial and non-financial aspects of the role (such as HR and IT), and enjoy working with purpose towards driving change, solving problems, communicating effectively, and prioritising workload across the organisation. The role currently leads a team of 14 finance and administrative staff across the UK and Nigeria, so it is therefore essential that the Finance Director can manage priorities and workload across this team in order to deliver work.

Job Purpose and Duties: The purpose of the role is to ensure the smooth running of the finance function and other support services so that they enable the organisation to keep fully informed of all relevant financial matters, effectively allocate resources across the organisation, meet its contractual obligations and manage risk.

Governance and Strategy:

• Ensure that the Board is regularly updated on financial performance, financial outlook and risks to the organisation
• Support the ED in the management of Board meetings, wider Board engagement, and with Company Secretary duties
• Ensure that governance structures established by the Board are implemented through effective policies, procedures and controls
• Contribute towards the setting and implementation of the organisation’s strategy to deliver upon medium and long term goals that meet SDN’s charitable objectives
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements in the UK and Nigeria

Financial Management:

• Ensure that all stakeholders within the organisation have access to timely and insightful financial information in order to drive effective decision making across SDN
• Be responsible for all aspects of financial planning, financial operations, banking, accounting, donor financial reporting and statutory reporting in the UK and Nigeria in line with Charity SORP, IFRS and UK GAAP
• Oversee and ensure timely budget development for funding proposals in line with donor requirements, which also adequately capture and cover SDN’s costs to run the organisation
• Oversee and ensure accurate and effective financial reporting in line with donor requirements and timelines
• Manage cash flow, assets and staff across the organisation to ensure the optimal use of company resources
• Oversight and management of all financial operations across the UK, Nigeria and project locations

Financial Control:

• Lead the end-to-end audit processes for the consolidated group accounts and the UK and Nigerian legal entities
• Continually improve our accounting software, and other internal systems, to make sure they are accurate, reliable, efficient and meet the evolving requirements of the organisation
• Ensure bookkeeping, accounting and banking practices are compliant and fully controlled
• Ensure that there is a strong compliance and control culture imbedded across the organisation through functions such as Internal Audit, Procurement and Risk Management
• Ensure adherence to SDN company policies and to our donor’s grant terms and conditions

Support Services:

• Take responsibility for the HR function to make sure that staff are recruited, motivated and retained
• Ensure that SDN’s administrative operations run smoothly and add value to the organisation
• Make sure that SDN has appropriate IT infrastructure and capabilities
• Periodically review and renew the organisation’s insurance policies to make sure that adequate cover is in place
• Willingness to lead on other support services to make sure the organisation functions effectively

Person Specification:

The work we do here at SDN varies day to day so we need someone who is dynamic and reliable, who can work under pressure and deliver efficiently and effectively. As the most senior finance position in the organisation it is imperative that you drive sustainability, transparency and development into all that we do and maintain a commitment to high ethical standards. The successful candidate will have:

Required:

• 6+ years of professional finance experience
• Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Experience in preparing company accounts and / or auditing them
• Accounting software experience
• Experience of preparing and managing budgets and financial reports
• Experience of cost management and control
• People management experience
• Experience of working with teams across different countries
• Understanding and experience of managing cultural and value driven diversity within the working environment
• Demonstrated the ability to drive change within an organisation
• Excellent communication and team working skills
• A proactive, energetic and positive attitude towards setting and completing work
• A desire to lead on other support services, for example HR, IT and Legal
• Excellent computer skills, and being especially proficient in Microsoft Excel

Desirable:

• Experience of working at Board level
• Experience of setting strategy and implementing this
• Financial management experience in the not-for-profit sector
• Experience and understanding of International Development matters, concepts and funding
• Experience of contract management and financial reporting to external donors and / or investors
• Experience of working with institutional donors in international development (e.g. UK FCDO, the UN, USAID, EU etc.)
• Experience of working with teams in developing markets

Do you want to have the satisfaction of knowing you are contributing to Swindon’s only adult hospice? Use your passion and skills to make a real difference and join a much-loved charity with its huge supporter base.

We are entering an exciting new era where we must build on our historic success and thrive as we emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic and are seeking a Fundraising Manager to grow and develop our income.

What is the role?

As a senior member of the fundraising team, you will primarily be responsible for developing beneficial and lasting networks in the community and across the hospice, continually raising the profile of the charity and championing all aspects of our work to generate income that allows us to deliver our vital services. You will lead on longer-term planning relating to fundraising and engagement, as well as delivering supporter relationships, event planning and implementation, managing income streams, pipelines and exceeding income budgets.

A key element of the role will be to take responsibility for external community support and the internal upskilling of colleagues across the organisation on our fundraising approach, messaging and income generation needs.

In addition, you will lead and develop the Fundraising Community and Events team, to ensure the team deliver operational excellence, meet income targets and work collaboratively to deliver on the strategic aims of the fundraising team.

Our ideal candidate will have a proven background in charity fundraising, sales and/or management with experience of leading teams, developing opportunities and influencing stakeholders and have a proven track record of income growth in previous roles. If you have a good understanding of the charity sector, this would be an advantage.

In return, we offer a great range of employee schemes and benefits, including generous annual leave, free parking on-site, on-site café, employee assistance programme, wellbeing team, generous pension scheme, Blue Light Discount Card and so much more!

Hours: 37.5 per Week – Monday to Friday (Ability to work evenings and weekends is essential).

Interviews will be held on Thursday 10 February 2022.

What we are looking for:

• Experience of leading and motivating teams to meet targets
• Fantastic interpersonal skills with the ability to be engaging
• Excellent negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of fundraising and the voluntary sector
• Experience of initiating, developing and maintaining strong relationships both externally and internally
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and high quality, bespoke presentations, reports & proposals)
• High-level digital & social media skills
• Driver, with a full, current UK driving license

It would also be great but not essential if you have:

• Experience of working with the general public – public speaking an advantage
• Experience of planning and organising events
• Experience of recruiting participants/supporters to achieve goals

Equality & Diversity

Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Safeguarding

Prospect Hospice is committed to promoting the wellbeing of all adults and children who use our services, ensuring that they live a life that is free from harm, abuse and neglect. We work in an open and transparent way and encourage staff, volunteers, patients and families to raise any safeguarding concerns.

Position: Policy Manager (Health and Care)
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Office-based in London, N4 with the flexibility to work remotely (occasional travel required)
Salary: £38,891 - £44,336 per annum plus excellent benefits  
Salary Band: Band F2
Department: Policy and Evidence team

At the MS Society, we make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive environment where you will make a difference.

About this job

We’re looking for a Policy Manager for Health and Care to join our Policy and Evidence team. Helping us secure improvements to vital services and support that people with MS, their families and carers, rely on to live well.

2022 will be a crucial year in health and care policy. You’ll be working across a large and varied portfolio encompassing both the major currents of UK health policy and more focussed work on MS-specific priorities.

We have strong relationships across the sector. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate closely with coalition partners as a thought leader on major issues like social care reform, the Health and Care Bill and the response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Priorities closer to home include supporting the next phase of our Neurology Now campaign to improve neurology healthcare services. And a campaign to improve access to symptom management medicines like Sativex.

You’ll be contributing to the development of our policy positions, campaigns and influencing programmes.

You’ll have a central leadership role across the team in ensuring that our policy work is built around strong evidence, informed by and developed with people living with MS, their carers and health and care professionals.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-performing team operating at the heart of a friendly and supportive directorate with an excellent track record of influencing policy change.

About you

You’ll have experience of working in a policy or influencing role and knowledge of the policy making processes that surround health and/or care in the UK.

You’ll be a strategic, analytical thinker, able to understand complex subjects and construct persuasive arguments. And you’ll have excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.

You’ll also have strong leadership skills. And the ability to unite disparate team members and stakeholders around a clear vision, driving forward a plan of action to achieve it.

We offer 35 days annual leave (pro rata for part time employees) including bank holidays, travel loan and various other benefits such as supported developmental opportunities.

The MS Society is in the midst of an exciting, transformational, period which builds on our great history and will drive us towards achieving our mission and vision as we embark on our Every MS Story strategy.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 7 February

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We’re a Disability Confident Employer. We’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.  We’d be grateful if you could complete the equality and diversity monitoring form attached and submit it with your application. 

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and/or from ethnic minority backgrounds, where we’re looking to build stronger and better representation among our staff.

The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK. If we do offer you employment, you’ll be required to provide documentation to show that you’re eligible to be employed in the UK before starting employment. 

We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and will not be in a position to support you with any visa applications you may make. 

No agencies please.

About the organisation

The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynaecology, bringing together professionals from more than 130 countries and territories. For over 65 years, FIGO has collaborated with the world’s top health, rights and donor bodies. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization and consultative status with the United Nations.

FIGO is dedicated to the improvement of the health and rights of women and girls and to the reduction of disparities in health care, as well as to advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. We pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy and capacity building with our member societies.

Main purpose of the role

To ensure the provision of accurate and timely financial reporting that fully meets the needs of the organisation. To provide effective leadership to the Head of Finance and the implementation of agreed strategic objectives.

The Finance Director is a key member of our Senior Team, working closely with our CEO, other Directors & Trustees. 

Key responsibilities:

• Providing sound financial advice to the Chief Executive and Executive Group 

• Work with the Honorary Treasurer ensuring that they are kept informed of all relevant matters related to the financial running of the organisation

• Take lead responsibility for annual financial planning, oversee reporting and accounting as per regulatory and legal requirements.  Production of strategic and annual financial plans and financial reports to Companies House, Charity Commission, etc.

• Closing books accurately each month and producing timely management reports, data and analysis for management decision-making, Board submissions and other reporting requirements

• Preparing information / documentation for the Finance Committee & Trading Board

• Overseeing the FIGO investment portfolio and working to maximise return on investment

• Ensuring timely provision of pension-related financial information and meeting related obligations

• Working with the Head of Finance to ensure budgets and financial reports are robust and meet donor requirements

• Responsible for financial strategy planning, monitoring, management and reporting

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Companies Act and Charities Act

• Ensure the Annual Return and other statutory returns are submitted to the Charities Commission and Companies House within the appropriate time limits

• Ensuring accurate records are maintained for meeting external legal, regulatory and taxation requirements (including provision of information to U.S. advisors)

• Managing the production of FIGO’s annual accounts in accordance with agreed timescales, standards and the charities SORP

• Applying VAT correctly (including partial exemptions and reclaim rates) across all transactions

Essential requirements

Applications are welcomes from candidates who possess the following skills and experience.

• Fully qualified accountant (eg ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with a minimum of 5 years post qualifying experience

• Experience in the international development sector and grants management

• Experience of building and / or managing financial systems for a multi-

country, grant-funded INGO

• Experience in the financial management of a Charity & Trading Company

e.g. Tax/VAT/Investment management

• Working knowledge of SORP and the Charities Act 

• Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing external audit processes

• A successful track record of leadership at senior level

• A successful record of effective partnership working with key stakeholders

We are an equal opportunities employer and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.

Location: The role is based from FIGO House, Waterloo, London SE1. FIGO staff are surrently working on a trial ‘hybrid’ basis i.e. with combined office and home working.

Head of Research Funding

Permanent

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum, plus benefits

London N1

Full time – 37.5 hours a week 

We're a hybrid working employer, meaning you're required to come into the office on average 2-3 days per week. 

Closing date: 5pm, 24th January 2022

First Interviews: w/c 31st January 2022

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to play a key role in advancing the research agenda for cancer prevention and survivorship?

World Cancer Research Fund International is a leading authority on cancer prevention research related to diet, weight and physical activity. World Cancer Research Fund International is a not-for-profit organisation that:

• Commissions and analyses worldwide scientific research
• Influences public health policy at the highest level, and acts as trusted advisor to governments and other official bodies from around the world
• Leads & unifies a network of cancer prevention charities based in the USA, United Kingdom, Netherlands, and Hong Kong. 

We are seeking an experienced Head of Research Funding to manage an international portfolio of research projects and other activities relating to the role of diet, nutrition and physical activity on cancer incidence and survival. The post holder will play a key role in the strategy of the WCRF International science department. They will lead on the review and evaluation of the impact of our funded research to inform the further development of the grant programme as part of our strategic goals as well as to demonstrate the impact of individual research projects for science communications and fundraising efforts.

The successful candidate will be working closely with the Director of Research and Innovation, Research Activities Manager and Senior Research Funding Officer. There will also be significant interaction with colleagues around the network and external stakeholders around the world to drive research innovation, effective research dissemination and assist with income generation working closely with Fundraising colleagues and their supporter networks.

The successful candidate will be educated to postgraduate level (PhD level is desirable) in biological or life sciences. They will be a proactive and commiteed individual with excellent communication skills for different audiences and experience in interacting with teams and external stakeholders. Previous experience in research management in a research funding organisation is essential. Knowledge of measuring impact and evaluating research programmes as well as demonstrable understanding of the role of diet, nutrition and physical activity in cancer prevention and survival are key. 

Application Details:
If you are interested in this role and feel you possess the necessary requirements, please submit a current CV and covering letter (maximum 2 pages) by the closing date. You must have current right to work in the UK. 

Please note: Your cover letter should highlight how your skills and experience will benefit WCRF International and equip you for the role.Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 

Haven House Children’s Hospice first opened its doors in 2003 with the aim to provide specialist care to babies, children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, as well as support for their families, from across North and Northeast London, West Essex and East Herts. Our services have grown significantly and are wide ranging including end-of-life care, symptom management, respite, play and various therapies, as well as practical and emotional support for the wider family members.

Haven House’s 5-year strategy, the ambitious Vision 2020, came to a successful conclusion in 2020 and we were due to agree and announce a new 3-year strategy at that time but that was delayed by Covid-19. With the arrival of our new CEO, work is underway on a new long-term strategy, one that we intend to be equally ambitious in offering more support to more children and families.

Today we support over 400 children each year as well as their families – but we know from research that there remain many families we have not yet been able to reach. Income has continued to grow year-on-year to £5m+ (2020/1 - a record in spite of the challenges of the past year. There is though much more we want to achieve for children and families, and we believe that, with the right leadership, the potential exists for further income growth to enable us to do just that.

The Income Generation & Marketing (IGM) team at Haven House is responsible for raising around 80% of the funds required to run the hospice and its services. It is also responsible for promoting the hospice across its local communities to engage a wide variety of stakeholders in fundraising and volunteering activities. In addition, the team delivers strategic marketing action, support, and advice to raise awareness of our services to both families and statutory partners.

General Job Summary

As the Director of IGM you will be responsible and accountable for the overall leadership and direction of fundraising, retail, marketing, and PR and will play a pivotal role leading the team to achieve their ambitious target.

As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) you will support the Chief Executive and the Trustees in the leadership and strategic development of the hospice. Key is to deliver a programme of diverse and risk assessed fundraising activity that maximises sustainable net voluntary income.

You will be comfortable leading from the front, being a visible face of the organisation as ambassador for the hospice, representing the organisation to both internal and external audiences.

Personal Specification

We are seeking an experienced senior fundraiser who has exceptional leadership skills who has a flair for creative fundraising and income generation and has had some exposure in working with or leading marketing teams previously.

Suitable candidates will be well versed in creating and implementing successful income generation strategies and have experience in achieving income growth.

Candidates do not have to have a background in the hospice sector but will certainly bring a passion and understanding of the incredible role hospices play in the community.

Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 14th February 2022

Please click ‘Apply via website’ to be directed to the Peridot Partners website and to contact the advising consultants to discuss this role in more detail.

Starting Salary: £35,002 - £36,479 per annum (inc London Weighting)

Contract: 2-year fixed term contract

Full time: 35 Hours Per Week

Location:  London (this role will be based in London but there will be some flexibility to work remotely in the UK).

This role will be recruited for on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close it prior to the closing date. Previous candidates need not apply.

Job Profile

The International Programme Funding Officer (IPFO) works closely with programme and funding colleagues to develop high-quality programmes and projects that enable CAFOD and its partners to maximise income from institutional donors. Through this work s/he helps extend the reach and impact of CAFOD’s programmes in delivering positive and lasting change for some of the world’s poorest communities. 

The IPFO is based within the Integrated Funding & Business Innovation team (IFBI). S/he leads on establishing, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with key global and/or UK-based donors; developing and driving donor funding engagement strategies; leading on proposal development and contract management; identifying new funding opportunities and fostering innovation and shared learning among colleagues and partners, including through the institutional funding Community of Practice. Where relevant they will be expected to collaborate and develop synergies with other fundraising streams within CAFOD. 

Donor lead responsibilities are a component of this role; the post-holder will hold and develop expertise on a portfolio of allocated donors to be determined (CAFOD works with the UK Government, UN, START, DEC, EU, various other Governments etc it is expected that the post holder will have experience of working with such donors). S/he works with funding colleagues as well as with programme staff, thematic advisers, and colleagues in the Finance,  Fundraising and Advocacy and Education Groups, to help build CAFOD’s reputation and grow income across an agreed donor portfolio. The post-holder may undertake some international travel to support overseas teams and partners with proposal development and contract management activities, as well as to meet with key donors and/or collaborate with INGOs and sister agencies within the Caritas Internationalis confederation.

The post-holder reports to the International Development Funding Team Leader. S/he is not a budget holder but may carry out some supervision tasks for other staff members, consultants, or volunteers. 

For further information on this vacancy and the application process, please visit the CAFOD website.

The Director of Programmes will support the Chief Executive in the strategic management of NAZ by providing leadership to the teams responsible for sexual health prevention, and support programmes for people living with HIV. They will ensure effective delivery of programmes using robust impact and evaluation measures, which in turn will support the NAZ ambition to influence public policy and practice through providing examples of evidence-based interventions.

There are a number of programmes at NAZ which cut across sexual health prevention, psychotherapy, LGBTIQ+ sexual health well-being, faith, support services for people living with HIV, peer mentoring, point of care testing for HIV & STIs, group and peer support activities.

The role is normally based at the NAZ office 30 Blacks Road, W6 9DT and across other London locations; though also includes working from home at present due to Covid-19.

Due to our delivery of sexual health services to predominantly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic service users, this post is only open to people who have Black, Asian, or another minority ethnicity (or dual/multiple heritage including this). (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, part 1).

About NAZ

NAZ is the sexual health charity dedicated to people experiencing better sexual health. We do this because there’s a big gap in the sexual health outcomes of Black, Asian and Racially Minoritised communities compared to the general population. Everything we do works to reverse this trend.

Our evidence-based interventions are designed to enable those with the greatest risk of poor sexual health outcomes to have fulfilling sexual lives, understand how to access the right local service and ultimately to support better physical, mental and sexual health outcomes.

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.

Organisation

Home-Start London (HSL) is a consortium of 12 local Home-Starts supporting families in 24 London boroughs.

Home-Start is a local community network of trained volunteers and expert support helping families with young children through their challenging times. We are there for parents when they need us the most because childhood can’t wait.

The families who come to Home-Start face a wide range of issues but almost all are struggling with isolation and poor mental health. Home-Start volunteers support parents in their own homes to help them navigate whatever stresses they face and help them build the skills, confidence and strength they need to give their children the best start in life.

Job purpose

Reporting to the HSL Board, you will be the public face of this increasingly impactful and dynamic organisation. You will promote the HSL member’s services to potential funders and partners, raise awareness of the Home-Start ethos, benefits and reach. Ultimately, you will bring new income into the network whilst ensuring HSL maintains its strategic direction, achieves its key aims and maintains financial sustainability.  You will have experience of working in a leadership role and have an entrepreneurial and self-motivating mindset. 

Join us and you will become part an integral part of a network of organisations committed to improving the life chances of children across London. You will have opportunities to shape and expand HSL at an exciting time in its development.  

As an organisation, we are committed to promoting safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that appointees are suitable to work with our children and adults.

See below for the job description and click on the apply button to upload:

(1)  Your CV, and
(2) A covering letter detailing why you are interested in the role.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Partnerships Manager to join our established and friendly Mental Health UK Partnerships Team team

If you, would you like to work for a leading mental health charity in a rewarding role where you will really make a difference, then join us here at Rethink Mental Illness (Mental Health UK staff are employed by RMI and seconded to work on Mental Health UK).

Your role will be an homebased position meaning you can work flexibly from home with access to a office hub when you need it. You will work full time, 35 hours per week on a permanent contract with a salary of £33,076.13 to £36,627.57pa or £35,722.24 to £39,273.67pa inclusive of London Weighting.  You can read more about the rewards you will receive on the full advert on our website.

Our amazing Partnerships Team works with a large range of businesses across the UK to help them realise their potential to support our mental health.

Whether it’s fundraising or donating to Mental Health UK, or working with us to train their colleagues in understanding mental health in the workplace, we listen and work up the best partnership proposals.

Over the past few years we have:

• Worked with Lloyds Banking Group to train over 2,500 of their staff as Mental Health Advocates
• Received funding from Johnson & Johnson to pilot Community Health Navigators across the country
• Supported PureGym in raising over £350,000 for Mental Health UK through a UK relay
• Worked with Skipton Building Society as their charity of the year supporting thousands of people across the UK with their mental health
• Provided consultancy and advice to many others on how to advance their strategy for mental health in their workplace
• Raised over £13m in our partnership with Lloyds Banking Group to deliver a number of different programmes
• Any much more!

Giving everyone the tools they need to live their best possible life is not something Mental Health UK can do on their own. So we call on the business community to think about how they can achieve the world they want to see and make their unique contribution.

What will I be doing?  

The Partnerships Manager drives new partnerships and strategic opportunities for Mental Health UK whilst also managing a range of medium to large and/or multi-faceted/high strategic value partners.

New Business

• I actively seek new partnership opportunities from all sources in line with the strategy for myself and my colleagues
• I build and maintain my own pipeline such that there I am developing a constant flow of opportunities for me and my colleagues to pitch
• I dedicate time to understanding market trends across all types of partnerships and use this information to adapt my pitches and share with colleagues to advance our offer
• I develop tailored and bespoke proposals across all existing and new types of partnership
• I negotiate income targets and set clear expectations on our value exchange
• I network at events and conferences to develop new contacts and leads for me and my team
• I present at events, webinars and conferences to advance the awareness of Mental Health UK and partnership opportunities
• I tailor partnership contracts, licence fees and invoices for my partners
• I mentor and support other colleagues in my team such that we have the best possible chance of achieving our goals
• I support my colleagues with their pitches and proposals as necessary

Account Management

• I efficiently manage a portfolio of medium to large and/or multi-faceted/high strategic value partners
• I deliver excellent efficient account management to my partners proactively managing the value exchange ensuring subject matter experts time is also well managed
• I tailor or bespoke my approach to reports, presentations and communications to each partners needs
• I proactively identify opportunities for growth, to maximise income with current partners - increased rates of repeat contributions, training opportunities etc
• I develop a range of stakeholder relationships with key individuals in my partnerships to widen our opportunities
• I co-ordinate teams of internal stakeholders to develop and deliver aligned strategies for my partners
• I work with my team mates to evolve my account management approach and deliver high quality partnerships

Strategic Projects

• I am responsible for one of the "spokes" within the Mental Health UK "hub and spoke" model.
• I am an expert in all areas of my spoke and advocate to my team on behalf of the subject matter experts
• I seek the needs of my team on a regular basis and engage with colleagues in my spoke to develop new concepts
• I support/mentor/coach colleagues in my team in new products and campaigns
• I lead on other strategic projects for the team as identified. These may require me to co-ordinate and liaise with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to achieve the desired outcome

Other Activities

• I may directly line manage others in my team and/or mentor colleagues to support their professional development
• I speak with authority on behalf of Mental Health UK at internal and external meetings, including presenting to a range of audiences
• I support on all other key partnership objectives, where necessary
• I work with my colleagues across the Partnerships Team to ensure we share learnings and grow as a team
• I ensure my work is fully compliant with both our own policies and the latest charity legislation and standards of practice

Continual Professional Development

• I take responsibility for regularly ensuring I am meeting my objectives
• I keep up to date with market trends and my competitors activities
• I take the lead om my own professional development seeking further support from my manager when needed

Who I am?

I have the essentials covered:

• I can demonstrate the Rethink CARES behaviours through my work and role model them with my team
• I have good written and oral communications skills, comfortable talking to my partners, new prospects and stakeholders in all forms
• I can think strategically about the audiences I am delivering to and adapt my style to achieve the desired outcome
• I am exceptional in delivering tailored and bespoke pitches or presentations and field Q+As about Mental Health UK and mental health, sometimes with the support of my colleagues
• I can participate in/host panels, webinars etc on the subject of the work of Mental Health UK and understanding mental health
• I can manage complex negotiations and complaints for my accounts and know when strategically to use the support of my colleagues to achieve the right outcome

• I can think outside of the box or protocols to find new or innovative solutions
• I can maintain an acceptable level of emotional control

• I can problem solve across mine and the whole teams portfolio to find innovative solutions and opportunities
• I can leverage the support of senior colleagues to open new opportunities
• I can deliver projects on behalf of my team including co-ordination with a range of internal and external colleagues and suppliers

• I can analyse data from a range of sources and make evidence based recommendations for approval
• I can independently manage my time and my stakeholders to ensure I am achieving all of my objectives
• I know how to influence colleagues and stakeholders to ensure we hit targets on time
• I plan well for myself and my colleagues to ensure everyone's time and workload is respected
• I can forecast income for my partners and pipeline
• I can evaluate the value exchange for my partners
• I can create prices for new products and services
• I understand the basics of budgeting to manage my accounts
• I can line manage individuals, supporting their professional development and them meeting their objectives

Who are we?

We’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: “A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.”

We welcome applications from everyone, applicants with lived experience, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning+ (LGBTQ+), people with a disability, or those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds are actively encouraged to apply. We are proud to have also been awarded Disability Confident employer status. We have an ambition of becoming an anti-racist organisation and we recognise there is more to do in ensuring our recruitment is fair and inclusive, which is why we are recruiting new roles in helping us to achieve this.

Finance Manager
£30,451 to £32,910 per annum, pro-rata, depending on experience
Actual annual salary £19,489 to £21,062
24 hours per week
Permanent

Age UK South Gloucestershire is seeking to recruit a motivated individual with a strong background in finance to take a senior role on the management team as Finance Manager.

Age UK South Gloucestershire is an independent, local charity. We have been working in the community for over 20 years to support older people, their families and carers. We strive to make South Gloucestershire a great place to grow old through our mission of 'supporting you and your local community in later life.'

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the appointed applicant will lead on all financial management operations ensuring the efficient and responsible administration of our finances and implementing and delivering a strategy for long-term financial sustainability.

To be successful in this role, you will be proactive, have a positive solution-focused attitude, and appreciate the importance of your role in enabling the organisation to meet its goals.

The successful applicant will be based in our main office currently in Thornbury, Bristol, with the potential for hybrid and flexible working once established in the role.

Age UK South Gloucestershire offers a generous benefits package, and the charity is committed to equalities, diversity and inclusion and therefore encourages applications from all sections of the community. Applications are accepted from both experienced individuals and those looking to progress into a finance management role.

If that person could be you, download an application pack from our website. Please return completed application forms to us directly via the information on our website. Applications will not be accepted when submitted via agencies or other recruitment platforms.

Closing date: 8 am, Monday 7th February 2022
Interviews: Within three weeks of the closing date.

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.