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University of Oxford - Development and Alumni Engagement

Head of Development – Museums and Gardens

• Location: Oxford – hybrid working may be an option
• Salary: Grade 9: £52,815 - £61,198 per annum with a possible extension to £66,857.
• Contract type: Fixed-term to 30 September 2025 

We are looking for a talented fundraiser, with a background in the cultural sector to join the Gardens, Libraries & Museums (GLAM) Team within the Development and Alumni Engagement team of the University of Oxford.

You will be working with such iconic institutions as the Pitt Rivers Museum, the Oxford Botanic Gardens, the History of Science Museum and the Oxford University Museum of Natural History.  In this role in any given week you might see a dodo, extraordinary thousand-year old Chinese ceramics, insects collected by Darwin, the first scientifically described dinosaur and drawings by John Ruskin, as well as work on projects involving saving the largest flower in the world or supporting world-leading restitution work.

The collections are important and renowned on their own accounts, but also play a key role in the University’s research.  In addition, they are the open doors to the University of Oxford, encouraging a diverse range of communities to engage our academics and curators.

Your role will include fundraising for major gifts to support the museums and gardens, and leading a team of fundraisers who will work to support a wide range of activities across the institutions.  You will also work closely with the Directors and other curators to raise funds from a range of donors and supporters. You will work with the Associate Director of Development – GLAM to develop strategies and manage relationships with the Directors and be part of the wider fundraising team for GLAM.

This is an opportunity to raise funds to support some of the most beautiful and significant objects and collections in the country, and to work as part of the highly successful fundraising team at the University of Oxford.

What We Offer:

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

• Flexible hybrid working
• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• Membership to CASE
• Training and Development opportunities
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

 Application process:

• Click the link to ‘Apply’ and follow the on-screen instructions on our Application portal.
• Applications must include of a CV and a letter of application, in your own words (in PDF format), outlining your motivations to apply for this role, your relevant experience and how you meet the criteria of the person specification.

Only applications received before 12.00 noon on 4 June 2024 can be considered.

Interviews are currently scheduled to take place on 14 June 2024, in person in Oxford.

Development and Alumni Engagement is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences. We  encourage applicants from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.

Day Opportunities Manager – working with adults with learning disabilities

Salary:                                up to £28,350 per annum

Hours: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Responsible for: Day Opportunity coordinators, seniors and support workers, volunteers and service users

We have an exciting opportunity to join Centre 404’s Learning and Leisure team as the manager of our Day Opportunities service.  This service supports adults with a wide range of needs to be active members of the community, increase their independence, develop their life skills and set themselves goals and achievements to work towards.

The post holder will be responsible for line managing the team who plan and deliver a broad programme of social and educational community-based activities.  You will oversee the smooth running of the service and be responsible for quality assurance while ensuring the identified aims of the programme are met. You will also oversee all associated administration, the recruitment and management of relevant staff and volunteers, and contribute to the running and ongoing development of the service.

The role will involve balancing multiple priorities, including strategic planning as well as hands-on work alongside the rest of the team, ensuring a person-centred approach is maintained at all times and involving people in decision-making structures. There is ample scope for personal and professional development.

This job does require you to be an experienced manager who has planned and developed sessions for people with learning disabilities and led and motivated a team to ensure positive outcomes for people using the service.

Centre 404 is dedicated to staff development and supervision and we will provide a detailed induction and on-going training and support. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and we are looking to recruit people who share these values. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and two satisfactory references.

We are dedicated to providing a meaningful and rewarding work environment, as well as offering a range of perks and benefits for our staff to enjoy.

Centre 404 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Charity ref number 299889

We are SafeLives, the UK-wide charity dedicated to ending domestic abuse, for everyone and for good.

Last year alone, 14,000 professionals received our training. Over 80,000 adults at risk of serious harm or murder and more than 100,000 children received support through dedicated multi-agency support designed by us and delivered with partners. In the last six years, over 4,000 perpetrators have been challenged and supported to change by interventions we created with partners, and that’s just the start. 

Together we can end domestic abuse. Forever. For everyone.

This Senior Practice Consultant position will work with our existing Senior Practice Consultant and Practice Operations Manager to steer, guide, and integrate and develop our work to transform the multiagency response to domestic abuse and how children, adults and families are safeguarded focused on the Echo Project development and delivery.

In addition, the role will be supporting the Head and team to establish a framework for disseminating best practice, embedding quality, and learning internally and externally. Enabling statutory and voluntary sectors to work better together to improve the experience and outcomes for children, adults, and families. You will combine comprehensive and innovative practice experience with an entrepreneurial mind-set, focusing on working alongside partners to devise innovative, dynamic, and pragmatic solutions to complex problems.

Location: Bristol/London/Home (with occasional travel across UK) 

Benefits Include:

• 34 days’ holiday per year, including public holidays
• Flexible Working (compressed hours)
• Cycle-to-work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Pension Scheme with 4% employer contribution
• Childcare Vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Clinical Supervision
• Holiday Purchase Scheme (buy up to an additional 5 days)
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Professional Development Fund
• Individual Learning Budget
• Restorative Practice Training
• Time Off In Lieu.

If this challenge sounds as exciting to you as it does to us and you believe you have the qualities we have described, please take a look over the job description and submit a 500-word cover letter and CV.

Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday 4th June 2024.

SafeLives is a committed provider of equal opportunities for all, please see our job description for full details.

No agencies please.

Job Title: Assistant Shop Manager

Salary: £18,720 pro rata (FTE £23,400 per annum)

Team: Retail

Hours: 30 Hours pw

Location: Weybridge

**To apply please submit a CV and covering letter outlining how your experience meets the criteria set out in the person specification.**

About Shooting Star Children’s Hospices

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and creative Assistant Manager to join the team running our Weybridge shop.

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices provides specialist care and support to families who have a baby, child or young person with a life-limiting condition, or who have been bereaved. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, we support families across Surrey, north-west London and south-west London from diagnosis to end of life and throughout bereavement with a range of nursing, practical, emotional and medical care.

At the heart of what we do are our dedicated staff; their exceptional commitment and professionalism means every family has the opportunity to make every moment count.

It’s a great time to join Shooting Star Children’s Hospices as we have exciting plans to expand our retail team.

About the role

Your key purpose will be, in the absence of and alongside the Shop Manager, to manage a team of volunteers to maximise sales, deliver excellent customer service and ensure that the shop premises and assets are maintained to a high standard, according to legal requirements and Shooting Star Children’s Hospices (SSCH) policies and procedures

About you

This role requires experience of assisting in managing a shop including knowledge of retail and health and safety legislation and administrative/cash handling experience.

You will also have an ability to deal with customers and maintaining a high level of customer service, have good verbal, written communication skills, as well as being comfortable using IT and EPOS reporting. You will have an ability to motivate yourself and others, have excellent organisational skills and be comfortable working under pressure and dealing with changing priorities.

Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.

What we offer

In return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:

Pension scheme

• NHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributions
  
  Annual leave

• 27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service
• 2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years’ service
  
  Contractual benefits

• Generous sick pay scheme
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave pay
• Flexible working arrangements
• Death in service benefits
• Reimbursed professional membership fees
• Eye care
• Employee referral scheme
• Blue Light discount card
  
  Health and wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health
• Mindfulness sessions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Nutritionally balanced meals at Christopher’s (free for employees) and free fruit at our Hampton site

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.
 

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Shooting Star Children’s Hospice is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.

We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Children’s Hospice to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.

Closing Date: 7th June

Interview Date: 14th June

BENEFITS

28 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Life Assurance x4 of basic salary
Income protection scheme
8% employer contribution pension scheme
Flexibility

JOB PURPOSE

The Head of Finance will lead a small, established finance team and will need to drive a successful business partnership approach with teams across the organisation, achieving greater efficiency both in ways of working and in purchasing and in investigating how our systems and technology can best meet our operational needs. This role is pivotal in the charity, and a great opportunity for an exceptional finance professional to contribute to the continuous improvement of the charity, finance function and team. You will take day to day responsibility for financial accounting, the provision of management information and will actively manage financial planning and forecasting. You will also input into strategy on a functional and organisational level. 

A track record in successful business partnering is essential as we develop and refine our business model. Previous experience in a management information function, either within the not-for-profit sector or a similar sized commercial organisation, is needed. You will need to liaise closely with non-finance staff to ensure financial information is made meaningful and accessible and to support training to enable them to interpret the information provided and manage their budgets. Good communication skills and the ability to explain complex information to staff at varying levels are therefore essential as is the ability to provide leadership and motivate staff.

We have exciting organisational goals for the year ahead, including a review of our Finance system and an opportunity for the finance team to drive improvements to our processes and ensure we make best use of technology to drive efficiency and add value to our stakeholders. We are a small team in a small organisation with big ambition and offer a unique opportunity for development in your finance career.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world. 

Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term. 

Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause. 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING

We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person.  

UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach. The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion.  

We are also open to flexibility in many different ways, including an element of working from home and flexible hours. Please don’t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what’s possible.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This is a diverse role across the full spectrum of the finance function, with the post holder responsible for the timely provision of management information as well as leading the Finance Team in delivering a full financial accounting and statutory reporting service to ensure UK for UNHCR is compliant with all financial regulation. Central to the role is the critical review and the effective communication of financial information and its implications to all levels of management while also delivering a high quality, customer focused finance partnering service to senior managers and SMT. 

Key accountabilities:

• Oversee the provision of clear, accurate, timely and user friendly (financial and non-financial) management information to Directors, senior managers and staff to support the decision-making process and to allow managers to proactively manage their budgets.
• Take full management responsibility for the Finance Manager and Finance and Administration Assistant, leading, motivating and developing them so that that they are clearly focused, competent, and work effectively and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax, Gift Aid, VAT, Charity Commission and other statutory financial returns for the charity and its trading subsidiary as appropriate. 
• Manage the annual audit process, being the point of contact for external auditors on operational matters relating to the audit process and providing information and documentation supporting the annual report and accounts.
• Develop and maintain various business and financial planning processes in support of the strategic needs of the organisation. This includes:

1. Annual budgeting process.
2. Overseeing financial reforecasts at regular (currently quarterly) intervals.
3. Playing an active role in the broader business planning process.
4. Planning and managing cash flows to meet the short and long-term needs of the organisation, maximising interest receivable where opportunities allow. 

• Drive financial ownership, accountability and understanding across the organisation by ensuring budget owners have the knowledge, skills and tools to manage their budgets effectively. Ensure effective financial business partnering is underpinned by effective processes and guidance.
• Provide support to all teams and in particular the fundraising teams in the completion of funding applications and, following successful bids, ensuring appropriate processes are in place to monitor and report progress of Restricted Funding projects.
• Recommend an appropriate reporting process and format for restricted projects to enable their effective management by budget holders and for inclusion in management accounts reporting.
• Ensure the internal financial control environment is adequate to safeguard the Charity’s assets and is properly documented, and liaise as needed with external professional advisors, such as auditors and our bankers.
• Ensure premises and facilities are managed appropriately on a day-to-day basis, line managing the Finance and Administration Assistant, and taking the lead in matters relating to property leases.
• Develop own knowledge base and keep abreast of changes in the regulatory and financial environment, as well as new initiatives and best practice in the sector to ensure the charity’s policies and processes are fit for purpose and adapt as UK for UNHCR evolves. 
• Support the Senior Management Team in other work as may be required from time to time and, as time allows, engage in the broader work of the charity to ensure the post holder has a recognisable profile as the leader of a key team and has an understanding of the work we do.

The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above. 

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE 

Knowledge: 

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) with significant post qualification finance experience at a senior level.

Skills:

• Track record of success at a senior level within an organisation of comparable size and complexity, including hands on experience in delivering a bespoke finance service.
• Proven ability to communicate successfully with different stakeholders, both written and verbal, and including the ability to influence and negotiate.
• Ability to critically review, analyse and interpret complex financial and management information and present it clearly and appropriately to different audiences.
• Comfortable in dealing with detail as required given the constraints of working in a small team.
• Confident with a range of IT software, including hands on experience in managing, using and configuring accounting packages.
• Experience of software implementation, and ideally of accounting systems.
• Strong leadership skills including the ability to motivate and develop staff members.
• Knowledge of the legislative, tax and regulatory framework of companies, ideally in the not-for-profit sector.
• Track record in successful project management.
• Ability to identify, assess and manage risks and make recommendations based on objective criteria.
• Team player able to establish productive working relationships with both colleagues and externally.
• Strategic thinker who is pro-active in identifying opportunities for the organisation, and within the finance function for improvements in business process.

Experience: 

• Relevant post-qualification experience, to include managing a finance team. 
• Experience of developing and implementing financial procedures and controls. 
• Experience of commercial or charity accounting including the preparation of statutory accounts and preferably SORP compliance.
• Experience of preparing management accounts in a rigorous environment.
• Experience of managing the preparation of budgets and business plans.
• Experience of VAT accounting, preferably the partial exemption basis and corporation tax.

WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR?

You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people, all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised.  

What else? 

Wellbeing  

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays. 
• Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing.  
• Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases. 
• Office wellness perks. 
• Discount on gym memberships.  
• Hybrid and Flexible Working. 
• Staff socials. 

Financial  

• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%. 
• Non-contributory group life assurance scheme 
• Non-contributory Income protection scheme. 
• One-off contribution towards homeworking set up. 
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. 
• Enhanced sick pay scheme.  

Development

• Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities. 
• Individual training budget. 

HOW TO APPLY 

If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section. 

Closing date: 28th May 2024

Interview dates: Week commencing 3rd June 2024 (first round), w/c 10th June 2024 (second round)

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact us on the email address on our online portal. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible. 

United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no. 1183415. It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency. 

The primary purpose of this role is to design, develop, and implement a comprehensive continuum of care, supporting young people in our local community who have had a more challenging start in life. This role will be paramount in enabling these young people to ‘discover who they are and what they can become’.

As a proactive member of the Executive Leadership Team, this role is also responsible for the development of an organisational culture that puts our Mission Statement, Purpose, Values and Christian Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility at the heart of all we do.

The role will focus on providing an outstanding environment for children to thrive in whilst ensuring that we are compliant with OFSTED and other regulatory bodies. You will also demonstrate expertise in Safeguarding and be able to lead the growth of the provision.

You will be responsible for creating and implementing the strategic direction, financial sustainability and leadership framework for the children’s residential service and to maintain the operational overview of service delivery and service improvements.

You will oversee and project manage the sourcing and registration of new homes and services, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to maximise efficient use of resources and develop a sustainable business plan and business model which reflect the strategic objectives in relation to the children’s residential homes service.

You will work with the Head of Children’s Residential Services to develop a workforce development plan that promotes effective recruitment of a skilled workforce, enables existing staff to develop additional skills to support the service growth, enables internal promotion, and engages staff to sustain the longevity of employment.

You will be instrumental to the development and growth of our service and help realise the positive ambitions we have to make a difference every day to the lives of the children and young people in our care.

With extensive experience of children's residential care, you will have experience of the day to day operations and the strategic overview to drive growth.  You will be able to share your success where you have opened and expanded services and also be able to highlight to us you experience of sourcing and securing funding streams and all that entails.

You will demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills; whether interacting with one of our young people, a member of staff or a member of our Board, you will act with professionalism and kindness; your ability to inspire and motivate will be a key asset and you will create a culture of team work and technical excellence within your service.

In line with our members of our Executive Leadership Team, we would look for you to a hold an MBA or equivalent business management qualification to be willing to undertake one with our support.

Your role will encompass our current homes which cover Nottingham, Newark, Goole and Selby with our key YMCA office locations being situated in Nottingham and Newark.

If you are looking to work for an organisation who care about you and your wellbeing, the YMCA prides itself on the package of wellbeing we support all our employees. 

At YMCA Robin Hood Group, you will have many additional benefits, including but not limited to: 

· Comprehensive well-being package 

· 31 days holiday increasing 1 day each year for your first 5 years!

· Private medical and dental cashback scheme 

· Workplace pension 

· 4 x Life Insurance/Death in Service 

· Westfield Rewards for high street discounts 

· Regular ongoing inhouse training and work with our Forensic Psychology team.

· External training to support postgraduate level 7 study and your continual professional development

· Eligible to join the Blue Light Discount scheme 

· Pastoral support 

· Cycle to Work Scheme 

· Excellent opportunities for development and progression in an exciting expanding organisation. 

· £500 refer a friend scheme across the Group 

This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check paid for by YMCA) and registration with the DBS Update Service. We reserve the right to withdraw this role before the closing date should we be able to appoint to the role. 

About Us

This is a pivotal moment in the development of both the National Forest and the National Forest Company, with a new 25-year vision for the National Forest, an ambitious strategy for the organisation, and a renewed focus and purpose in light of the urgency of climate change.

The National Forest is one of the boldest environmentally-led regeneration initiatives in the country, demonstrating how trees can provide a catalyst for change both in the National Forest and beyond. Across our 200 square miles and over three decades we have a track record of making things happen, increasing forest cover from 6% to more than 22%, transforming the landscape and improving lives and the economy.

An exciting opportunity has now arisen for a Head of Finance to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Benefits

· Salary of £51,626 - £58,876 per annum

· Annual bonus

· Civil Service Pension scheme with employer contributions of 28.97%

· 30 days’ annual leave plus 10.5 days public and privilege holidays

· Flexible working options

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Discounts on gym memberships

This is an exceptional opportunity for a high-calibre accountancy professional with senior level experience gained in the charity sector to join our impactful organisation.

If you want to join us in our mission of growing the future together, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

As our Head of Finance, you will actively lead on the management of all aspects of the finance function to include;

· The production of interim and annual financial statements that comply with the requirements of the Charities SORP (FRS 102).

· Preparing all information and supporting documentation for the annual audit, and liaising with the National Audit Office, and the NFC’s external auditors.

· Supporting the internal audit process.

· Fulfilling the accounting and reporting requirements to Defra.

· Working closely with the Director of Corporate Services and Senior Leadership Team to develop strategic financial initiatives that support financial forecasting, goal setting and financial planning.

You will directly line manage the Finance Manager, ensuring the smooth operations of the finance function.

Your role will also involve:

· Preparing the annual budget

· Overseeing and signing off monthly payroll

· Contributing to the development and management of financial systems and procedures

About You

To be considered as our Head of Finance, you will need:

· To be a qualified accountant with at least five years’ relevant experience

· Senior experience in the charity sector, including producing charity SORP compliant group accounts and monthly management accounts.

· Experience of the financial management of complex restricted funded projects

· Knowledge of charity trading and gift aid arrangements

· Good written and oral communication skills

Everyone at the NFC is supported to develop their skills and capabilities. All new employees joining will have a full induction to the NFC’s work and our policies.

Other organisations may call this role Head of Accounts, Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Head of Charity Finance, Finance Director, FD, or Senior Management Accountant.

The National Forest Company is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

GMYN's vision is that #YoungPeopleCan

For many young people, moving towards a positive future isn’t easy. Greater Manchester Youth Network (GMYN) supports young people aged 10-25 from across Greater Manchester by offering innovative and exciting opportunities that they are not able to access elsewhere.

Our key focus is supporting young people who face particular challenges, including: cared-for young people and care leavers, disabled and neurodiverse young people, unaccompanied asylum seeking children (UASC)/new arrivals, young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and young people who are not ready for work.

Founded in 2007, Greater Manchester Youth Network (GMYN) has grown from a single volunteering project to an established and highly respected charity delivering multiple youth programmes across Greater Manchester. GMYN has supported marginalised young people, providing new opportunities and chances to progress in life.

The Head of Business Development role

We are looking for an experienced, confident, and committed Head of Business Development to join our growing charity. This senior role is part of GMYN’s leadership team and would be responsible for coming up with new business opportunities to generate income, as well as produce proposals to various funders and trusts.

It is a hugely exciting time to join GMYN and the Head of Business Development is a vital role. The charity is growing and extending our programmes and services across Greater Manchester, and we will be launching our new three year strategy in July. This role is key to support with leading the charity to achieve financial and growth targets as well as coming up with new and innovative business opportunities.

You will also have the opportunity to influence the future direction of GMYN as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, providing strategic input into how we deliver our services to help transform the lives of young people.

Who are we looking for?

Our ideal candidate will have an enthusiastic attitude as well as experience in developing and growing services, ideally for young people. You will have significant experience in business development and/or income generation with a proven track record of meeting targets with strong commercial awareness.

You will be confident in managing, inspiring and engaging with both external and internal stakeholders and be a flexible and committed team player.

You will also need experience in helping lead change within an organisation, supporting our team on our journey of growth and sustainability.

Key responsibilities

• Lead on all commissioning activity at GMYN directly with commissioners and through tendering activity.
• Lead and support the creation of high-quality bids to a variety of local and national funders/foundations.
• Develop a thorough understanding of GMYN’s programmes and services in order to promote and create business development opportunities to generate income.
• Identify new opportunities across Greater Manchester to identify new partnerships and collaborations based on consultation and research (e.g. housing, health, schools, commissioners, colleges, local authorities and local businesses).
• Promote and secure funding for GMYN’s existing traded services (training, consultancy) and develop new ones to create new income generation opportunities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing stakeholders including funders, delivery partners, businesses and participants.
• Design and implement an income generation strategy alongside the CEO that supports growth, and impact of GMYN’s programmes.
• Provide strategic overview for GMYN’s design of new programmes and impact measurement, ensuring GMYN can evidence the difference we make.
• Line management of the organisation’s Fundraising and Development team.
• To form a key part of the GMYN Senior Leadership team, supporting the day to day running of the organisation.
• Contribute to helping GMYN provide a positive, ambitious and collaborative team culture.
• To deputise for the CEO as required ensuring continued organisational and service delivery.

Personal Specification

You don't have to have worked in the voluntary youth sector previously. Our aim is to find a suitable candidate that can meet the selection criteria below. This can be from a past/current income generation/business development role, or a role with transferable skills.

More importantly we are looking for someone with genuine passion for working for a youth charity. Someone who can join our fundraising team and make a big impression, helping us to achieve our income generation goals. We want to hire an enthusiastic person who can maintain positive working relationships with various supporters, delivery partners and all stakeholders.

• Proven experience in achieving new business and generating income for an organisation, with relevant experience in a similar role or a role with transferable skills.
• Experience of successful bid production and bid management – from identification of opportunity through to submission.
• Track record in successful tendering for retention of contracts and new business.
• Experience of developing and maintaining effective networks, relationships, and partnerships – internally and with external stakeholders – to support development of proposals and service design.
• Knowledge of public sector commissioning, particularly from a third sector and ability to work with local authorities and other funders.
• Knowledge of the structures of the voluntary/statutory and private sectors with regards to supporting the funding and delivery of youth programmes.
• Experience of line management of various roles with proven experience of developing, motivating and supporting staff in key roles.
• Experience in programme/project management including a through understanding of measuring outcomes and impact.
• Strong strategic planning and analytical skills, with the ability to identify opportunities and develop effective strategies.
• Ability to work on own initiative, take day-to-day decisions and delegation.
• Ability to communicate, negotiate and engage with people at a senior level.
• Ability to articulate and translate service delivery models into compelling, structured, and high-quality written proposals.

How to apply

Your invitation to interview will be based on how you demonstrate that you meet the points on the person specification. We will consider skills and experiences from various roles if you can demonstrate how they can be transferable to this role. 

Please download the job pack for further information and where to send your application.

You can apply using either of the following methods:

• Send a CV and cover letter (maximum 2 sides of A4).

• Send a CV and audio/video version of your cover letter (between 5 - 10 minutes).

You can also send your CV and cover letter via this charityjobs page by clicking on the apply link.

Want to make a difference to Local Lives?

Do you have strong leadership skills, a passion for fundraising with a track record for delivering financial results, along with a desire to work for a meaningful cause? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to join St Wilfrid’s Hospice as the Head of Fundraising.

We are an independent local charity based in Bosham, Chichester, offering a wide range of services to support our patients, and their loved ones, who are living with a life limiting or terminal illness.

The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of local people and we support over 330 patients at any one time between our Inpatient Unit and Community teams. The majority of this care is funded by the support given to us by our local community.

Being Head of Fundraising at St Wilfrid’s

As Head of Fundraising, you’ll be leading an incredible team of 12 dedicated fundraising staff who, along with the support of our event volunteers, work tirelessly to support our Hospice. Their dedication to, and care for, our supporters generates over £4 million annually, which is vital for funding our care.

This role is pivotal in ensuring our fundraising department thrives, and you will be responsible for balancing income generation with cost control, team leadership, and collaborating closely with our marketing and retail heads as one of our department leads. The team will be stewarding our amazing supporters and donors across fundraising areas such as Events, Community, Gifts in Wills, Corporate, Individual Giving, Trusts and Foundations, and Philanthropy.

Experience at a senior level in managing a varied and innovative fundraising environment, with a £2 million+ turnover, is crucial. But, more importantly, you must have a passion, and drive, for empowering teams and achieving meaningful results. The ever-evolving landscape of charity fundraising makes this an incredibly exciting opportunity to make a profound difference.

Why join us as Head of Fundraising?

Our team is extraordinarily committed to and passionate about our vision to provide high quality end of life and palliative care.  You’ll find that, throughout the organisation, our staff and volunteers understand the importance of what we do, and care deeply.

The wellbeing of our people is a priority and our generous annual leave, pension and other benefits reflect this.

Qualifications and Experience

• Fundraising experience and specialist knowledge at a senior level and in a wide range of fundraising income streams – Essential
• Level 7 qualification in Fundraising – Desirable
• Extensive practical experience at a senior level of leading and developing the skills of a team – Essential
• Experience of building high level relationships – Desirable
• Experience of developing funding propositions, campaigns and securing significant funds in excess of £2m annually – Essential
• Experience of successful delivery against targets – Essential
• Excellent communication and networking skills – Essential

Please see the attached Job Description for a full Person Specification

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at St Wilfrid’s

We value diversity and are committed to being a place where people feel their differences are recognised and welcomed, and their needs are heard and respected. Creating an inclusive workplace is a core part of our aim to ensure St Wilfrid’s is a great place to work and a compassionate and caring place to be.

We want to hire talented people and to make sure our processes don’t exclude or disadvantage people with disabilities or different needs. Please let us know what would help you apply for our role – we’re happy to be flexible with our process to make sure you can shine. 

We guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for the role.

What we offer you

All Hospice employees are offered the following benefits:

• Annual Leave – Our generous holiday entitlement starts at 27 days per year plus bank holidays and increases with service

• Healthcare – Access to a contributory health plan for you and family members, covering a range of benefits including eyecare and physiotherapy

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Access to free and confidential Virtual GP Advice, Counselling and Legal Support

• Continuation of existing NHS Pension Scheme Membership  – And recognition of reckonable service for certain benefits

• Generous Pension – With 7.5% employer contribution for staff not in the NHS pension scheme

• Life Assurance Scheme – Should the worst happen while you’re working with us, your loved ones will receive a lump sum payment equal to two times your salary (or the NHS Life Assurance Scheme if applicable)

• Free on site parking – At our beautiful, purpose built Hospice in Bosham

• Subsidised food – Our catering staff provide a range of high quality meals at low prices for all staff members when on site at the Hospice

• Staff discount – In all our community charity shops and eligibility for the Blue Light Card discount scheme

Interview Information

This will be a two stage interview process. First interviews will take place at St Wilfrid’s Hospice, Bosham, on Monday 10th and Wednesday 12th June 2024. Second interviews are planned to take place on Tuesday 18th June 2024.

Please note this vacancy may close early if sufficient applications have been received

Head of Marketing and Communications
Salary: £52,915.20 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Duration: Permanent
Location: Hybrid - Remote working with requirement to regularly work from HQ in Exeter or any other Devon Air Ambulance premises.

The Role

We have a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced marketing and communications leader to join the Devon Air Ambulance team and help us tell our story.

Supported by a team of six, and working across the charity, the role will design and deliver marketing and communications strategies to support our mission, vision and strategic aims.

From developing our digital marketing across social media and a new website, to implementing a new visual identity, to underpinning our fundraising activities with creative and compelling communications, the breadth of this role provides a unique opportunity for someone to make a significant contribution to our ongoing success.

The Candidate

We’re looking for an outstanding marketing and communications leader who is strategically minded and delivery focused. They will be able to lead and develop an existing team and be adept at building and maintaining productive working relationships. They will seek out new opportunities to add value to existing activity and develop new ventures in collaboration with colleagues from a diverse range of different disciplines across the organisation. The ideal candidate will bring experience from a charity background and be used to supporting a broad portfolio of income generating activities. They will also be as comfortable leading communications internally as they are externally.

The Package 

Salary: £52,915.20 per annum.
As a valued member of the team you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata), rising to 27 days with length of service
• Occupational Maternity/Paternity & Adoption leave
• Paid time off for fertility treatment
• Pension scheme, 6% employer contributions
• Occupational sick pay scheme
• Counselling and financial wellbeing services
• Access to electric vehicle lease cars through salary sacrifice 

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career.

The closing date for applications is 9am Tuesday 28th May 2024.
Interviews will be a two stage process and held in person at HQ.
1st interview - Monday 10th June 2024
2nd interview - Thursday 20th June 2024 / Friday 21st June 2024

Please note: Devon Air Ambulance reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if a high number of applications are received.
Once a vacancy has closed, we are unfortunately unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Due to the nature of this role, offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check and references.

No agencies please.

Head of Public Fundraising (Interim)

Be there when it matters

Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.

Are you a seasoned and inspirational public fundraising leader with a proven track record of leading significant income growth through Public Fundraising/Individual Giving programmes across multiple channels. Are you looking for your next career move and interested in making a real difference in an ambitious, evolving organisation?

If so, Sue Ryder has a fantastic opportunity to be our new Head of Public Fundraising leading the Public Fundraising team to grow sustainable income and maximise return on investment to support the delivery of our new Sue Ryder vision and strategy.

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Fundraising you will lead the existing Individual Giving, Lottery activity and help to evolve our integrated activity and digital fundraising expertise working closely with our MarComms teams.

Key Skills

· Proven strategic leadership skills that develop, empower and motivate teams to achieve objectives and deliver quality outputs.

· Specific experience of setting up and/or leading successful digital fundraising programmes.

· Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence at all levels and across complex programmes.

· Significant experience of leading/influencing the development of Supporter Journeys including knowledge of how data can best be used to support activities and drive supporter value.

· Excellent relationship management skills and understanding the motivations of donors, supporters and volunteers.

· Experience of playing a leading role in the development of creative propositions that maximise return on investment whilst supporting the aims of the charity brand

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and accelerate the growth of sustainable income from Public Fundraising within agreed expenditure budgets and maximise return on investment. Currently encompassing Individual Giving, Lottery and Events.

· Lead and motivate the Public Fundraising team, ensuring that objectives are embedded and team members have the tools and support needed to succeed.

· Lead the collaboration with marketing and communication teams to integrate fundraising with brand, marketing and digital activity and optimise impact.

· Establish digital fundraising resource, skills and activity within the programme, collaborating closely with the central digital team and leading relationships with external agencies

· Work with the Supporter Experience, Data and Insight team to maximise the effectiveness of supporter journeys across fundraising.

· Play an active part on the Fundraising Senior Leadership Team including developing fundraising strategy and plans.

Competitive Benefits Package

· 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time), - Company pension scheme

· EAP support scheme

· Staff discount with thousands of retailers

· Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

· and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.

Closing date: 27th May

Interview date: TBC

We aim to give all candidates the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments at any stage

If you want more than just a job, we want you.

Join the team and be there when it matters.

Head of Business Development

Role: Head of Business Development
Salary: £54,600 per annum
Location: Wherever you are in the UK! We are more interested in your passion than your postcode!
Hours: Full-time, 37 Hours

Report to: Data and Insight Manager
Closing date: 12th June 2024
Interview date: 21st June 2024

Benefits: The employer will work alongside you during your career with them to maximise your full potential with training and development to help you become the best you!

Join their learning pathway with BSL, they offer paid training and development to further your BSL knowledge.

Being a permanent employee, you will also receive the following:

• 25 days holiday per holiday year plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• 2 wellbeing days (pro-rata)
• After 3 months auto-enrolled in the NOW pension scheme at prevailing rates 
• After successful completion of the probation period (normally 6 months) eligible to join Scottish widows pension employee contributes 5%, employer 6% 
• Eye care vouchers
• 5 days paid study leave per year (CPD) (pro-rata)
• Expenses policy which allows payments for items when working away from home
• 2x salary life assurance scheme (death in service) 
• Fully funded BSL training
• Generous sick pay policy 
• Perkbox (including 25 flexible points every month) 
• Refer a friend £200 voucher for both the referee and referrer.

About the Role:

Do you have an interest in social care, mental health or domestic abuse? Do you have strong partnership skills? Do you have experience in leading successful tender bids and proposals?

This is a really exciting time for the organisation as we launch our new Three Year Plan and we are looking for a Head of Business Development to help deliver this. You will have a leading role in the growth of our services. You will engage with internal and external stakeholders to secure high-value income opportunities. You will project manage business projects that are aligned with our Three Year Plan. You will also be developing a pipeline of potential business opportunities.

Come and make a difference in our deaf led, BSL proud organisation!

A high proportion of your work will be performed from home. Our team is spread out across the UK, so we welcome your application – wherever you are based. You will be required to attend meetings and events outside of your home as required.

Whilst our team is remote, we find ways to connect and collaborate through virtual meetings and co-working. You can expect weekly check-in meetings with colleagues, regular in-person team meetings and lots of opportunities to connect with other members of the team through your day-to-day work.

About you:

If you have the passion to make a difference, have the experience outlined below, and are interested in working for this amazing charity then they would be delighted to hear from you:

They are looking for people with:

• Track record in securing six-figure income from government and statutory bodies
• Significant experience in excellent relationship management
• Experience in leading successful proposals and tender bids or grant applications
• Experience in developing and supporting the execution of new ideas for income generation
• Experience in stakeholder engagement – ideally within NHS/Local Authority commissioning and procurement frameworks
• Experience in partnership and collaborative working to develop bids, contracts or proposals
• Effective leader and team player able to work collaboratively to drive results
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands
• Ability to demonstrate analytical skills for gaining insight into market development and opportunities for innovation
• Ability to produce accurate high-quality written work within often challenging word count limits and bid deadline

They will offer full BSL training.

Well-being is at the heart of everything this charity does! It's not just about their clients, it's about you too! Let’s get you onboard to start your journey!

The Charity positively encourages applications from deaf people, disabled people, people of colour, and people from the LGBTIQA+ community. We will support all applicants along the journey of our recruitment process.

Offers of work are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, Right to Work checks, Satisfactory references, and Medical Health clearance.

Other roles you may have experienced could include Business Development, Head of Business Development, Director of Business Development, Business Development Director, Strategic Business Development, Strategy and Business Development, Head of Sales, Head of Income, Head of Income Generation, Partnerships Manager, Head of Partnership, Director of Partnerships, Income Generation Manager, Income Generation.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Service Coordinator, L'Arche London

ABOUT L'ARCHE LONDON

At L’Arche we build Communities together with people with learning disabilities rather than doing it for them, and we are committed to mutually transforming relationships in a world where all belong.  

L’Arche London is a diverse and inclusive Christian community of 100 people with and without learning disabilities, sharing ordinary life and building extraordinary relationships. Excellence in care and a commitment to living in community is what makes us unique. We are a high quality care and support provider, regulated by the Care Quality Commission in England.

Are you inspired to bring your skills, experience and values to support our vision of a more human society? 

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reports to: Head of Support and Care (Registered Manager)
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week, usually Monday - Friday 9 - 5pm

NB Service Coordinators are required to balance management administration with being present in the group's houses. This necessitates some occasional evening and weekend work to be agreed with their line manager.

Salary: £35,000 per annum (with an increment in the second year) 
Place of work: L’Arche London community houses and office (all within a walking distance, based in West Norwood, London)

Main purpose of the role:

- To lead and manage the Oak Group, one of three groups in the L'Arche London community, comprising of a range of services for people with learning disabilities and its team of assistants. 
- To lead the service delivery within this group in line with L'Arche values, standards and the requirements of the Care Quality Commission [CQC]. 
- To play an active role in the leadership of L'Arche London, helping shape a vibrant community of people with and without learning disabilities.

Leadership and People Management:

- Supervise and work with the Deputy Service Coordinator to lead a team of 15 Support Assistants. Ensure each assistant in the group is regularly supervised, trained, and appraised, and that action is taken to effectively manage performance issues.
- Understand the requirements of the CQC and other relevant legislation and ensure that all applicable standards are met including adult safeguarding. 
- As part of the Community Coordinating Team, implement appropriate policies and procedures, promoting the wider L'Arche mission, vision and values.
- Be on the On-Call rota every 6 - 8 weeks, with flexibility as service requires. (Additional pay provided.) 
- Contribute to the recruitment/ interviewing of Assistants.

Provision of Support to People with Learning Disabilities

- Ensure the provision of high quality personalised support for each person with a learning disability in the Oak group, implementing Person Centred Support Plans to maximise independence, personal choice, and autonomy.
- Enable each person with learning disabilities to feel at home, encouraging both individuality and belonging, ensuring that everyone is informed of their rights and responsibilities as a member of the Community group and as a tenant.
- Support each person to manage various aspects of their life, from their personal budgets to their health and well-being.
- On occasion, provide one-to-one support to people with learning disabilities at home or in the community.

Administration and Management

- Maintain high standards of communication and record keeping, ensuring an effective flow of information within the Group, with the rest of L'Arche London, the local community, family and professionals.
- Work closely with the Deputy Service Coordinator to oversee the work rota.

Creating Community

- Attend and organise Community events and celebrations relevant to the role and foster a sense of welcome for all visitors and friends; ensure a regular rhythm of prayer and reflection in accordance with the traditions of L’Arche.

General

- Attend training and personal development courses as required.
- Any other reasonable duties commensurate with the post which may be required from time to time.

What We Offer

- This post is offered subject to a probationary period of 6 months; 3 clear references; a completed work history form; a satisfactory and up-to-date enhanced DBS check; and a satisfactory right to work check as appointees must have the right to work in the UK.
- There is no additional pay for overtime, but Time off in lieu (TOIL) will be given and agreed with the line manager when circumstances require the post-holder to work extra hours. TOIL should be taken within 2 weeks of being accrued.
- All Service Coordinators are the on-call rota for 1 week every 6 - 8 weeks. There is an additional payment of £56 a week for being on-call.
- Paid holiday allowance of 33 days leave per year. (This total is inclusive of 8 days in lieu of bank holidays).
- Service Coordinators will be provided with a programme of personal development and training including opportunities to study for QCF qualifications in social care and leadership development through L'Arche in the UK's leadership development programme.
- Employee Assistance Programme with Care First which offers confidential support in terms of performance, health, mental and emotional well-being including access to short term free counselling services.

A full job description and person specification can be found in the recruitment pack.

To apply, please submit your CV and answer the questions on our online application form. Please also include a cover letter providing in depth explanation of how you meet the job and person specifications for this role. Please give examples where you can. 

Closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 15 June 2024. We will carry out interviews as applications are received and may close the role early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

Please also read our privacy notice for job applicants.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen and we are seeking to appoint a Chief Officer to lead the successful development and implementation of our strategic plan. The Chief Officer will be responsible for the direct management of Headway North Staffs, ensuring services are delivered in line with contracts and funder requirements, in order to achieve high quality outcomes for service users.

To deliver our plan, we are seeking a highly driven individual who can guide our organisation with determination, compassion and resilience.  We need an effective communicator who is adept at building sustainable relationships with external stakeholders, whilst caring passionately about the services we deliver. We need a strong leader who will instil a positive experience for all our employees and volunteer workers.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring appropriate governance and compliance with charity commission requirements and our obligations to our funders.  Leadership experience in the charity sector or in a service organisation supporting people with disabilities is essential.

Are you/do you have?

• Knowledge and experience of the voluntary sector
• Direct experience of operational management in a health or social care sector and service providing organisation
• Experience of managing contracts
• Evidence of successful collaborative working with public sector management, professional practitioners and/or commissioners
• Excellent communication skills, both in writing and verbally
• Strong interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills and experience
• Strong skills in finance and budget management
• Understanding of Health and Safety, Quality Assurance and Safeguarding processes