This can role can be based in any UK/Ireland Christian Aid office. If based in the London Office a London Allowance of £4,170 will be added to the yearly salary. 

This is an 18-month FTC starting by 1st April 2021. Please make sure to answer the question at the bottom of the advert in your application.

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

The Programme Quality Manager leads the process and culture to set and embed quality standards and minimum requirements for programme practice across development, humanitarian and advocacy programming.  It is based in the Programme Quality and Operations Division in International Department and has management responsibility for Christian Aid's accreditation and adherence to the CHS, COMPASS (Christian Aid's complaints and feedback system), safeguarding, accountability as well as specific technical advisory capacity (GESI, cash and markets, resilience).   This is a senior role, line managing 6 advisory staff and overall responsibility for a team of 8, requires excellence in leadership, line management and strong organisational awareness to lead change and drive corporate performance   

About you

We are looking for someone with indepth knowledge of international development including building accountability for the Core Humanitarian Standards.  You will have a track record of of promoting organisational performance and learning and a passion for driving up quality and building capability for the same.  You will be an experienced leader and supportive line manager, leading a new team and setting a global culture of quality and performance.  Excellent written skills in English and ability to lead and work in teams across distance, in different cultural and geographic contexts. See the role profile for more details. 

Further information

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

All successful candidates will require either and Enhance  or Basic Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) 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.

Competency question

As part of your application you will be asked to demonstrate your suitability by giving an answer to the following question:

Competency "Strive for Improvement"  Tell us about a time where you have improved programme quality in a development organisation.  What were the main challenges and opportunities, and what 3 key lessons would you share with Christian Aid. 

For over 25 years, Global Witness has fought to end environmental and human rights abuses driven by political and corporate elites.  Through bold and hard-hitting investigations, campaigning, and advocacy, we have catalysed change across the world to challenge the systems that enable these harms.

Our work is needed now more than ever.

We are facing a crisis: the climate is being destroyed and civic freedoms are deteriorating.  Rampant abuse of power is pushing the world to breaking point as Governments and Big Corporations all too often go unchecked in their exploitation of our planet and its people.

For us to succeed, we need to embody the principles we fight for. We continue to strive for greater cohesion, solidarity, and inclusion internally and across civil society. We stay ahead of the curve by learning from allies and other social and political movements that share our mission.

Only together can we protect one another and the planet to build a better, more just future.

About the role

Global Witness is made up of passionate people with different skills and experiences, who have come together, to deliver a shared mission: a world where wealth and power are more commonly used for good and the needs of people and planet are put before profit.

To be truly effective we need a workforce that is diverse, skilled and genuinely enjoys working for Global Witness. Reporting to the HR Director, The HR Manager will play a key role in creating this environment alongside the other HR team members.  This is a new role providing the successful candidate with the opportunity to develop and deliver broad and innovative activity: from change projects to policy development that supports the organisation in achieving its collective goals.

How to apply

If you are ready to apply – please apply with your CV together with your answers to the following questions:

1) Global Witness has made four public commitments to racial justice.  In the last year what have you done to support an organisation in becoming more diverse and inclusive (max 250 words)

2) In your view what are the key people challenges that Global Witness is currently facing? (max 250 words)

3) One of Global Witness’ values is collaboration – how would you support Global Witness in becoming more collaborative? (max 250 words)

Closing date for the receipt of applications: 11.59pm on Sunday 31st January 2021

For more information on the role, please contact Adrian Lewis at Morgan Law, 

Please note, all direct or third party applications will be forwarded to Morgan Law.

About Internews

Internews is an international non-profit organisation whose mission is to empower local media worldwide to give people the news and information they need, the ability to connect and the means to make their voices heard.

Internews provides communities the resources to produce local news and information with integrity and independence. With global expertise and reach, Internews trains both media professionals and citizen journalists, introduces innovative media solutions, increases coverage of vital issues and helps establish policies needed for open access to information.

Internews programmes create platforms for dialogue and enable informed debate, which bring about social and economic progress. Internews’ commitment to research and evaluation creates effective and sustainable programs, even in the most challenging environments.

Internews operates internationally, with administrative centres in California, Washington DC, and London, as well as regional hubs in Bangkok and Nairobi. Formed in 1982, Internews has worked in more than 90 countries, and currently has offices in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and North America.

Our commitment to a culture of belonging

Internews is passionate about our core values and about supporting positive change in the world. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation and flexibility. We believe that diverse teams are strong teams, and work to support an ethic of belonging, dignity, and justice for all people. Our current team includes a mix of genders, parents and non-parents, the self-taught, and people of multiple races, nationalities, ages, sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage candidates of all races, genders, ages, abilities, orientations, ethnicities, and national origins to apply, and actively welcome those with alternative backgrounds and experiences.

About the role

The HR Officer is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day administrative tasks of the HR department. The role will support the HR & Recruitment Manager in ensuring efficient and best practice processes and procedures within the organisation. The HR Officer will also have oversight over the efficient running of local HR in the countries we serve around the world.

Roles and Responsibilities

HR Administration: 50%

• Supports HR & Recruitment Manager with management of day to day HR administration of the HR HQ Department
• Manages Internews Europe’s HR technology processes (currently via Unit4 ERP)
• Ensures efficient delivery of specific ad-hoc projects and periodic assignments such as oversight of annual staff appraisals’ process, insurance renewals and global initiatives i.e. refresher ethics training, better team and inter-team working, etc.
• Supports development and periodic review of local HR policies where required.
• Supports HR & Recruitment Manager with responsibilities surrounding recruitment & selection
• Assists with producing contracts, offer letters, and payroll correspondence where required
• Stays abreast of all legal and compliance issues
• Recommends new approaches,  processes and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the HR department and services performed
• Overall oversight and reporting on local HR in country
• Responsible for monthly in-country staff census

HR Information Systems: 30%

• Utilises Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (Unit4) to add new joiners, remove leavers and process daily changes
• Ensures personal data is stored safely and securely
• Creates ERP records for staff, consultants, volunteers, interns, etc.
• Designs and generates reports from the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system at regular intervals and upon request
• Running weekly, monthly and ad-hoc ERP reports
• Maintains the health and safety information system
• Leads and coordinates HR responses to third party audit requests

Health, Safety & Security 20%

• Responsible for London HQ H&S policies, procedures and compliance
• Conducts H&S assessments and arranges inspections of property and equipment
• Liaises with the Global Security team to obtain travel and relocation clearances for IEU staff (and Personal Services Contractors where applicable).
• Management of the visa sponsorship process
• Any other duties of generalist nature

Person Specification

Essential

• Degree, preferably in Human Resources or a closely related field (CIPD qualification preferred)
• Experience with Human Resources information systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including written and verbal
• Proven ability to handle confidential / sensitive information
• Methodical, accurate and organised with a keen eye for detail
• Proven ability to successfully communicate and mediate with both management and staff
• Ability to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Good understanding of Microsoft Windows including MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Proven ability to successfully operate in multi-cultural environments

Desirable

• Experience with web-authoring, intranet, and / or page layout software proficiency in additional languages, with French or Arabic preferred
• Experience of working in an International NGO

Recruitment timeline:

Closing date for applications: 21 January 2021

Candidates must submit a succinct covering letter of no more than 2-pages explaining how they satisfy the requirements of the person speciation in addition to a CV highlighting relevant experience. The successful candidate will also be asked to provide three professional referees, one of whom must be from their most recent employer.

The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, all the tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the job holder a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.

This position will be located in the United Kingdom and therefore a successful applicant must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK.

MIF invites great artists from across the globe to create extraordinary new work for the Festival, which is staged every two years at venues and found spaces across Manchester. Our future home is The Factory, a world-class cultural space being built in the heart of the city, where we’ll present a year-round programme and artists will be able to develop work of huge ambition and scale that they might not be able to anywhere else.

An integral member of the management team who works independently to support the Exec to meet key business objectives through a strategic approach to people management, challenges and opportunities.

To be influential on projects that enhance our leadership and management capabilities, as well as design and deliver organisational development and learning projects that support cultural change with particular focus on diversity and inclusion. To lead on the development of policies, procedures and systems from a people perspective, all which support the core values of The Factory.

Closing date 04 February 2021

Tearfund is offering an exciting opportunity for a team player to join our small team looking after our global finance systems.

The Systems Analyst will be responsible for:

• Systems maintenance and support
• Systems metrics reporting
• Audit liaison and control maintenance (e.g finance systems security)
• Training new and existing users on functionality of Tearfund's finance systems

We are looking for a team player who is:

• Committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs, servant-hearted, courageous, truthful and compassionate
• Flexible and demonstrates the ability to solve problems while remaining calm under pressure
• Focused on the task and deliverables within their control 
• Approachable and attentive to listen and understand stakeholders needs and requirements.

The successful candidate will have a good understanding of finance and finance processes. Knowledge or superuser experience of PS Financials Accounting software is desirable.

All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs.

The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding issues. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.

Akademi is seeking an experienced admin professional to join the team as Administrative Manager. The role will support the smooth and efficient running of a viable and stable organisation with the Exec team and will be responsible for the management of our administrative requirements alongside coordination of Akademi’s Learning and Participation work, financial administration and communications support.

You will have demonstrable management experience preferably obtained in the administrative side of arts or charity sectors and a good working knowledge of financial management / bookkeeping and social media. Excellent written and communication skills are also expected alongside experience in project coordination. An interest in dance / performing arts is highly desirable. The Administrative Manager is first point of call of Akademi enquiries, and communications central for the entire team and associate artists, so being friendly, proactive, professional and efficient is crucial to the role. 

About Akademi

Akademi is a dynamic and future facing organisation, dedicated to redefining the parameters of South Asian dance as an art form. We connect South Asian dance with the wider contemporary arts sector and engage with social, political and cultural agendas to achieve real impact. Our areas of work include performances, learning and participation work, artist development programmes and bespoke curation for events.

SALARY: £30,000 - £32,000 depending on experience

HOURS & OFFICE: Full-time (40 hours per week). Normal working hours are 10am – 6pm with one hour for lunch. In due course and when safe to do so, it is anticipated that Akademi will return to office working (based at Hampstead Town Hall, Belsize Park London). Until that time, this post is offered via remote working. Akademi will always consider flexible working requests. In the event of a requirement to work occasional evenings and weekends, Akademi offers a Time Off in Lieu system.

START DATE: Ideally mid-March 2021

Closing date for applications: Thursday 18 February 5pm

Interviews will be held via Zoom on: Thursday 25 February

To apply, please download the full job description attached and send in your CV and a cover letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the person specification. Please also complete and send the confidential equal opportunities monitoring form.

Should you need this information in another format, or require reasonable adjustment, please contact us.

Akademi is committed to be an Equal Opportunities employer and recognises the importance and advantages of diverse workplaces and communities. Any candidate who self-identifies as D/deaf, disabled or neurodivergent, as a person of colour, and/or as genderqueer, and who meets the essential person specification, is guaranteed an interview. If you feel that this applies to you, please indicate in your application email.

At Plan International, we are proud to have built a strong global function, we are now looking to develop and strengthen our HRIS provision within the newly relaunched People and Culture team.   We aim to continue to ‘raise the bar’ to the new priorities of the organisation our function through ensuring that the people and culture team is focussed on supporting our global client groups to deliver on the aims of  our ‘100 Million Reasons’ strategy . 

In our HRIS Specialist we are looking for an experienced and qualified HRIS professional, who will work closely with the Operations Manager and the People and Culture team to continue to build and improve an exceptional human resource information system provision.   We need an individual to join us who has not only proven experience of supporting HRIS systems in a large matrix organisation but also a proactive approach and a drive to review and improve processes and functionality where possible.  You will work closely with the internal IT and application teams and your primary role is to understand, maintain and troubleshoot on the information system (Success Factors) from an HR utilisation perspective.  As well as bringing technical expertise in HR metrics, data analytics and an eye for detail,  you will be a strong communicator with good customer focus and the ability to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders across our global organisation.

This role has international reach and will act as the key People and Culture team point of contact for many different stakeholder groups across all levels of the organisation, from our UK Global Hub throughout our country offices. 

Some key deliverables: 

• Drive the use of Success Factors, Ingentis and TTS as the primary people data source across the business.
• Act as ‘go to’ person and subject matter expert in relation to HRIS matters and aid in improving training and communication.
• Partnering with strategic business partners to develop and maintain consistent dashboards and reports.
• Review and update HRIS priorities, plan and monitor current and future requirements for the organisation.
• Lead on potential innovation and continuous improvement through automation, process improvement and system enhancement.
• Provide expertise in use of reporting tool and developing reports, including taking data and translating into helpful insights, to improve data driven decisions.

Research Interpretation Manager

Permanent

Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum plus benefits

Full time – 37.5 hours a week 

London N1

Closing date: 5 pm, January 29th 2021

Interviews: w/c 8th February 2021

Would you like to work on a unique evidence-based resource that plays a key role in advancing knowledge about preventable cancers?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work on World Cancer Research Fund International’s Continuous Update Project (CUP). The CUP analyses global cancer prevention and survival research linked to diet, nutrition, physical activity and weight. Over the past year the project has been going through a transition period to set it up for the next phase of its development, scheduled to start in the spring of 2021.

As the Research Interpretation Manager you will play a key role in taking forward the next phase of the CUP. This will include project managing and leading on specific components of the work, as well as providing general support as part of the Secretariat. You will contribute to the development of the overall strategic approach and support the Head of Research Interpretation and the Director of Research in implementing the new strategy.

You will be educated to at least Masters degree level (with human nutrition and/or public health being the subject of either the undergraduate or postgraduate degree), have an understanding of epidemiology and biological mechanisms as applied to diet, nutrition, physical activity and weight and cancer, strong project management skills and experience of evidence synthesis and interpretation. 

This is a permanent role within the Science and Research Department at World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) International. WCRF International is a not-for-profit organisation that leads and unifies a network of cancer prevention charities based in Europe, the Americas and Asia and is responsible for cancer prevention science, policy, strategic and operational direction to the network charities. 

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. 

The preference is for this role to be London Office based (in line with Government Guidelines during the pandemic). However, for the right candidate we may consider this post to be based in any of our UK Offices. Please be advised that London Weighting advertised only applies to London Office based candidates. 

Please make sure to address and answer the competency questions listed at the bottom of the advert in your application. 

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 role is responsible for growing Christian Aid’s institutional funding portfolio in our Francophone programmes specifically in Haiti, Burkina Faso and Sahel, and in support of the DRC and Burundi, and other country programmes to ensure strong contract management on their funds from institutional donors. The post holder will work closely with Country Managers and programme colleagues to initiate new donor engagements and sustain relationships with current donors; to coordinate the development of funding applications, and to advise and provide support on the delivery of on-going contracts ensuring compliance with donors’ and Christian Aid’s regulations.

This is a senior role that is expected to engage at strategic levels both at the country and corporate levels to influence Christian Aid’s business models and the way we deliver our programmes. The role will be critical to supporting the relevant Country and Regional Managers in representing the organization to donors and other external stakeholders, and to improving Christian Aid’s in-country visibility.

About you

Candidates should have a good knowledge and expertise in working with institutional donors, which may include the UN, DFID/FCDO, USAID, European Union / ECHO, with a deep understanding of the humanitarian cycles in-country, as well as the humanitarian-development nexus. They will have proven experience of successful bid leadership across development and humanitarian grants, alongside excellent communication and networking skills.

The role also requires fluency in English and French, and knowledge of Project Cycle Management and monitoring, evaluation and learning methodologies.

Further information

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

All successful candidates will require either and Enhance  or Basic Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) 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.

Competency questions 

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

Build Partnerships

Tell us about a time when you had to build and maintain relationships with others in order to secure significant restricted income that will help to reach the goals of your organization.

Steward Resources

Tell us about a time when you have been involved in the development of a funding strategy for an organisation or programme?

Communicate Effectively

Tell us about a time when you had to communicate a complex issue to a donor in writing and convince them that your way to approach the issue was the best way to achieve common objectives

At Plan International,  we are proud to have built a strong global function, we are now looking to drive continuous improvement in our people and culture operational service delivery team and across our systems and processes for employee and people management services within the  newly relaunched People and Culture team.   We aim to continue to ‘raise the bar’ to the new priorities of the organisation. Our operations team is key to ensuring that the people and culture team is focussed on supporting our global client groups, employees and people managers to deliver on the aims of  our ‘100 Million Reasons’ strategy.

In our future Operations Manager (People & Culture) , we are looking for a senior, highly experienced and qualified professional who can build on our firm foundations and take our People & Culture Operations Team to the next level.

You will lead and drive our people and culture operational service delivery, HRIS specialist and operations coordinators, to deliver integrated processes and service excellence across the many and varied transactional aspects involved in serving employees and people manager questions and queries, across the entire employee lifecycle. In addition to a strong customer service ethic, you will bring practitioner experience of customer journey/user experience and business process design, e.g. Kaizen, Lean or Design Thinking/Agile methodologies. You will also have the opportunity to influence and update our customer response/tracking system and different channels for responding/directing responses, through improved automation/technology solutions, to deliver improved processes and responses.

You will be a highly credible and consultative partner to senior managers with the confidence and interpersonal skills to coach, negotiate, challenge and influence at all levels within the organisation.  As well as bringing technical expertise in people related matters, you will be a strong and supportive team leader, with a global mindset and ability to working across a broad range of cultural, economic and social contexts, so an understanding of the challenges and complexities that come with delivering international solutions is required. 

Some key deliverables: 

• Drive measurable continuous improvement of HR systems, processes and policies to develop service excellence within HR Operations
• Design, develop and implement legally compliant HR policies and procedures that are responsive to business needs, and the employee experience.
• Oversee the provision of appropriate information in areas of employee relations, recruitment, performance management, compensation, reporting, payroll and pensions. 
• Manage, train and motivate the Operations team to ensure an efficient and effective service. 
• Work closely with the People and Culture team to provide accurate management information for service level agreements, KPI’s and service/experience reporting and data.
• Provide strategic and some operational case work support on complex ER casework, reward and inter-company transfer and Visas
• Manage the Global Hub and International payrolls, ensuring compliance and supporting internal/external audit support, liaising with external payroll partners and other suppliers.

At Plan International, we are proud to have built a strong global function, we are now looking to develop and strengthen our Employment Relations function within the newly relaunched People and Culture team.   We aim to continue to ‘raise the bar’ to the new priorities of the organisation our function through ensuring that the people and culture team is focussed on supporting our global client groups to deliver on the aims of  our ‘100 Million Reasons’ strategy.

In our Employment Relations & Inclusion Manager, we are looking for a highly experienced and qualified HR professional, who will work closely with the Executive Director of People & Culture to review, establish and maintain the critical employment relations and inclusion policies, systems and processes to protect both Plan and its employees.   We need an individual to join us who brings both specialist employment relations knowledge and the experience of applying employment law to develop Employee Relations policies and manage complex cases.  As well as this technical expertise, you will be a tactful communicator with the interpersonal skills to manage complex employee relations matters in ways that balance organisational values with risk and exposure.

Working globally and ensuring that Plan has case management capability across the global function, this role requires an understanding of Employment Relations in relation to a multinational workforce and working with diverse populations, cultures and socio-economic contexts. Prior international and multi-jurisdictional ER and case work management experience should be evident. 

Some key deliverables: 

• Design, develop and implement policies, systems and guidelines to be used across the organisation.
• Deliver proactive advice in casework management and establish casework management systems and procedures.
• Act as ER representative on more complex cases to conclude in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Work closely with other areas of the organisation, including People and Culture colleagues on projects relating to terms and conditions and casework. 
• Provide line management support to the Employee Relations Advisor.Attend meetings of the Global Hub Information & Consultation of Employees – ICE Forum.

This is an FTC that is likely to go up to 2 years 

Want a job where you can have a huge impact on the lives of others?

Christian Aid has a vision – an end to poverty. Help us make that vision a reality by bringing your skills and experience to a job that really does make a difference.

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

We are committed to a vision of Race and Diversity where no one experiences racism or discrimination, where all our people are valued and able to grow, progress and bring their whole selves to their work and their career.

Over the past year we have been taking active steps to realise a zero-tolerance approach to racism and all racist and discriminatory behaviour. This means challenging structural racism within our practices, policies, procedures and behaviour in order to embed equity and diversity and to truly live out our values in word and deed.

Purpose of the role

In June 2020, Christian Aid commissioned an independent review on race and diversity amongst our UK workforce. The aim of this work was to help us understand our data, the lived experience of our people, and provide us with a report with recommendations on how we go about tackling the findings robustly and sustainably. The recommendations from this report have been approved by our Board of Trustees and by our leadership. We have now created a new role to lead on delivering the recommendations from this report along with the improvements suggested by our staff and transforming our vision into a lived reality.

We are therefore looking for a passionate and transformative Race and Diversity professional and leader to help us bring our vision to life and to work with our people, managers and leaders to shape, refine, and implement the right actions from our work plan to realise our commitments and vision.

About you

• A successful track record in senior roles of a similar nature
•  A successful track record of developing race and diversity change programmes and successfully delivering through others.
• Experience of designing policy and developing and delivering strategies, to embed a race and diversity agenda into ways of working and organisational processes.
• The ability to listen, demonstrate empathy and gain people's trust at all levels.
• Diplomacy and the ability to influence lead and motivate others within a culturally diverse stakeholder community.
• A strong ability to communicate complex information to a diverse range and level of stakeholders. Ability to analyse, interpret and communicate data in a way that results in organisational change and effective decision making.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to produce accurate, clear and concise documents that meet the needs of the audience.
• Excellent judgement, responsiveness and ability to provide leadership and support for race and diversity. A credible advisor.

Further information

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

All successful candidates will require either an Enhanced or Basic Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) 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.

About Options 

Options Consultancy Services Limited is a leading global health consultancy established in 1992 as a wholly owned subsidiary of MSI Reproductive Choices. We manage health programmes that ensure vulnerable women and children can access the high-quality health services they need. We work with partners to co-create and implement locally informed solutions to complex health problems. This includes governments, development partners, NGOs, civil society and health workers. Our programming is flexible, evidence-based and politically informed. This means we adapt to changing contexts, use data to inform our decisions and ensure our approach is appropriate. Our focus is always on building local skills and systems that last.

Position

The position will work within the New Business and Partnerships team to play a key part in coordinating and managing the business development process. This includes analysing new opportunities, developing and maintaining relationships with partner organisations, and pursuing and managing technical and commercial proposals to secure new business for Options. The BDM also contributes to the implementation of Options’ new business strategy, supporting our approach to new clients, design and innovation, and expansion in new countries. The post holder will act as Options’ Framework Manager on the UK aid-funded International Multi-Disciplinary Programme Framework Contract helping to ensure the smooth running of the framework including reviewing all call-downs and facilitating go / no go decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Identification and tracking of new business, including understanding the market and landscape.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Options’ strategy for expanding work with institutional donors, new clients, foundations and in new markets, including developing engagement strategies and supporting aspects of our geographical strategy development and implementation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and new clients, consultants, and potential partners.
• Analysis of opportunities, tender documents, potential partners in collaboration with senior Options staff.
• Lead and managed the development of proposals providing support to forming consortia.
• Act as Options’ Framework Manager on the UK aid-funded International Multi-Disciplinary Programme Framework Contract helping to ensure the smooth running of the framework including reviewing all call-downs and facilitating go / no go decision-making, on-going learning and process refinement.
• Along with the rest of the team, seeking ways to improve BD systems and processes to enhance the team’s efficiency and knowledge management.

Requirements:

• Professional qualification or degree in a relevant subject (relevant post graduate qualification in international development or health desirable).
• Extensive experience in business development, resource mobilisation or programme management in international development.
• Work in/with developing countries.
• Identification and tracking business opportunities.
• Supporting the development and contributing to successful proposals for government, foundations and other donors.
• Budgeting (using Excel);
• Time management and organisational skills, and an ability to multi-task.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build internal and external relationships.
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly good editorial and proof-reading skills.
• Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Ability to work as part of a team and use own initiative.
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Right to live and work in the UK.
• Commitment to equal opportunities.
• Commitment to Options’ mission.

Benefits

Options offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave allowance, season ticket loan,  cycle to work scheme and a performance related bonus scheme.

Other information

• Options is an equal opportunities employer.
• Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.
• We seek people who are pro-choice, energetic and enthusiastic about Options’ vision.
• Overseas candidates require a valid UK work permit.

Are you looking for the chance to do something different and find a counter-cultural way to live and work? The Iona Community is recruiting for mainly seasonal staff to live-in and re-open the newly refurbished Iona Abbey to guests in spring 2021.     

The Programme Manager is an exciting and creative post at the heart of the life of the Abbey. Working closely with the Warden you will develop and organise a varied and dynamic programme of workshops, events and activities that create for guests opportunities to deepen their commitment to peace and justice, understand and live out the vision and values of the Iona Community, and laugh and build friendships.     

We are looking for someone who is very well-organised, imaginative and with previous experience of devising, facilitating and running programme events and group activities. Having a sense of humour and being happy leading ‘up front’ will also help!     

Staffing at Iona Abbey is provided by a resident team who live and work together sharing in the common life assisted by a wider team of volunteers. Work and worship are valued equally at our centres. A resident allowance is paid and all accommodation and meals are provided. Previous staff say their time at our centres has been ‘life-changing’. We hope to welcome your application soon. 

Application notes: 

Applications must be made using our application form. CVs will not be accepted.   

A full job description and application form can be found in the vacancies section of the Iona Community website. 

If you wish to apply for more than one post, you must complete a separate application form for each post. 

Each job has a different application form tailored to the person spec for that post. Please make sure you complete the correct form.