My client is a National Charity that excels in its goals and provision of services and has a very high profile across the country. It is financially secure due to lengthy contracts and grants and a consistent amount of donations.

They are currently looking to recruit a new Head of Finance to the organisation to help with the strategic and financial objectives of the charity, bridging the gap between the finance team and Board of Directors

The primary purpose of the role is to manage the charity’s finances ensuring good financial controls are in place and that sound and appropriate practices are maintained.

The postholder will advise the Heads of Departments on all matters relating to the financial performance of the organisation and provide management information for the Executive Team, and Board of trustees. The Head of Finance will work with the Head of Operations in setting budgets and monitoring the financial performance of the Charity, helping to ensure that the charity’s finances operate in line with SORP regulations

You will also be expected to manage a small team and contribute to future strategy, business planning, monitoring of budgets and performance, and policies and procedures.

Good communication skills, commercial awareness and the ability to multitask and prioritize deadlines and changing schedules is important.
Prior experience of working in a charity is advantageous as is a good knowledge of Sage and SORP accounting
 

DHI is an award-winning charity that challenges social exclusion by supporting people to achieve their potential and contribute to the richness and wellbeing of their community. We are looking for individuals who share our passion for our values of self-direction, stimulation and zest for life and our commitment to our client groups and the local communities we serve.

Are you a positive resilient individual committed to working collaboratively with GP’s, our partners and other community and healthcare organisations to provide a wide range of services including; telephone assessments, content based groups & workshops, creating support plans & risk assessments in a large & mixed team of colleagues and peers.

You feel confident around IT using our Caseload Management IT system to record attendance and outcomes and communicating on the telephone making contact with clients on a daily basis.

You have experience of working with people with substance use issues, and can offer a range of harm reduction advice and information, manage safeguarding concerns and have an interest in developing your knowledge of interventions and support that can in turn support our clients.

If you are interested please visit the DHI website to find contact details for an informal discussion regarding the role.

How To Apply

Please complete an Application form and Skills form using the enclosed Job Description & Person Specification and send to HR before midday Monday 31st August 2020.

Please visit the DHI website for further information

acta is recruiting a new Director with experience in fundraising and human resources to manage its innovative work in participatory Community Theatre; a unique opportunity to lead this internationally acclaimed company.

The new Director will have a proven track record in leading an organisation in the field of social change; strategic thinking; business management; success in identifying and securing funds; human resources; partnership working; with a strong commitment to facilitation, and collaborative/adaptive leadership.

We are looking for someone to respect and build on acta’s strong track record, but with the vision to develop and innovate.

This appointment is a new post and a key component of the Company’s managed transition process towards the stepping down of acta Founder and Artistic Director, Neil Beddow, in March 2021. Neil will work alongside the new Director for a transition period over the Winter months.

Further information

Deadline for receipt of completed applications is 21 September, with interviews on 6 – 8 October.

Full job pack, including job description, person specification and application process now available on our website.

We encourage all applicants to take a detailed look at the website to truly understand what the history and mission of acta.

We will be recruiting in accordance with our equality and diversity recruitment procedures, so will be making opportunities available to all applicants on a fair basis. However, we are keen to recruit workers representative of the diverse cultural backgrounds of our participants, and encourage applications from BAME and / or disabled people, who are under-represented in the existing staff team, for this significant new leadership post.

The Role

DHI is an award-winning charity that challenges social exclusion by supporting people to achieve their potential and contribute to the richness and well being of their community. We are looking for individuals who share our passion for our values of self-direction, stimulation and zest for life and our commitment to our client groups and the local communities we serve.

We are seeking to recruit an experienced, conscientious and enthusiastic full time Senior Practitioner for our Central Community Recovery Drug & Alcohol Service in Bristol. You will provide essential support to the Hub Manager and have significant line management responsibilities. You will support the team to meet service delivery targets, be confident in communicating data, manage caseloads and competently manage safeguarding concerns alongside the Hub Manager ensuring the team deliver a safe, caring and effective service.

Experience of line managing people is essential, as is a deep understanding of substance misuse and alcohol. It is a challenging role requiring leadership skills whilst also undertaking some client work. You will be required to work in group settings and on a one to one basis, with staff and clients. It is essential that you have motivational skills in order to inspire team members and encourage service users.

You will be expected to support staff with assessments, risk assessments, support plans and reviews and coordinating the client’s care with other agencies, as required.

As DHI employees, we are representatives of DHI’s vision. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others in fulfilling their potential we look forward to hearing from you.

If you are interested in the role contact details are available on the DHI website for an informal chat about the role.

How To Apply

Please complete an Application form and Skills form, using the enclosed Job Description and Person Specification and send to HR before midday on Monday 31st August 2020. More information available on the DHI website.

Can you provide non-judgemental advice that focuses on harm reduction and supports recovery? Do you like a dynamic and varied work load? Are you most energised when working in a busy environment? If you enjoy working with clients in a variety of settings, this role provides a great mix of 1:1 and group work in the community.

DHI are recruiting a Drug and Alcohol Practitioner within the Primary Care Team, to support clients within South Gloucestershire who are experiencing problematic use of drugs and alcohol. This is an exciting and varied post with opportunities for creativity and innovation.

Based within GP Practices and our community hubs across South Gloucestershire, you will hold a caseload of clients, and will provide a range of frontline support including 1:1 support as well as structured groups to support clients in achieving their goals.

You will be joining an experienced and enthusiastic Primary Care Team that work hard to support each other, deliver an exceptional service to clients and meet our contract requirements.

If you’ve got experience or an interest of working in the substance misuse field and share DHI’s values of self-direction, stimulation and zest for life, we’d love to hear from you.

DHI is an award winning charity that challenges social exclusion by supporting people to achieve their potential and contribute to the richness and well-being of their community. We are looking for applicants who will share our passion for our values, and our commitment to our client groups and our local communities.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please visit the DHI website for contact  details to arrange an informal discussion.

Deadline for applicants is Thursday 27th August - midday

Interviews are scheduled for Monday 14th September

How To Apply

Please complete an Application form and Skills form using the enclosed Job Description & Person Specification, and email to HR before Midday Thursday 27th August 2020.

More information available on the DHI website