MSF UK AND IRELAND’S HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

MSF UK and Ireland (MSF UK/IE) is in primary partnership with the Operational Centre Amsterdam (OCA) and upholds the OCA Staff Vision and Strategy. People are key in achieving MSF’s social mission, and HR is a strategic partner to OCA Operations in contributing to the definition and implementation of the organisation’s objectives.

MSF UK/IE’s Strategic Direction for 2020-2023 has key pillars around Valuing People and Ways of Working that will shape the objectives of the MSF UK/IE HR Department.

The HR Function is responsible for attracting, selecting, developing and retaining high-quality medical and non-medical staff for MSF operations and for the MSF UK/IE offices. The members of the HR Department safeguard the respect of OCA’s leadership and management values at MSF UK/IE and ensure MSF UK/IE fulfils its obligations as a responsible employer.

The department consists of a Head of Department, 4 departmental managers in charge of field staffing, office HR and Services, one of whom (Field HR Lead) deputises for the Head of Department role.  There are a total of 21 staff located in both London and Dublin and a further 2.8 staff in Jordan and Tunisia.  Field HR staff in Dublin and Amman report to the Executive Director in Ireland and the Head of OCA’s Amman office respectively, with a functional line into the HR department.  The HR department has direct line management responsibility for the Field HR staff member in Tunisia. 

The activities of the department focus on two main areas:

1. Secondment of field staff to MSF's field operations worldwide. This includes the sourcing of staff profiles required for field operations, active recruitment, selection, development, retention and all related administrative aspects.
2. HR support for the MSF UK/IE offices in London and Dublin. This includes HR planning, recruitment, contracting, reward and benefits, staff development and retention, HR policy development, management support and all related administrative aspects.

The Head of HR participates in the OCA Heads of HR Platform consisting of the Staff Director for OCA and the Heads of HR of MSF UK, MSF Germany and MSF India, responsible for the implementation of the OCA Staff Strategy for the coming 5 years.  The Head of HR is also a member of MSF’s international Heads of HR platform. 

Finally, the role is a member of the UK/IE Management Team and contributes to the overall leadership and management of MSF UK/IE.  The role has a specific responsibility to follow and advise the MT and UK and Ireland Boards of Trustees on relevant legislation and regulation and ensure MSF acts as a responsible employer. Being part of the MT also includes responsibility to support the Executive Director(s) in the delivery and the strategic development of MSF UK/IE as an institutional member of MSF, as well as responsibility to drive and develop strategic staff related priorities within the MSF movement overall.

JOB PURPOSE

• To lead on all aspects of staff and staffing, in line with the strategy of MSF UK/IE and MSF UK/IE’s commitment to support OCA’s staff needs as well as that of other MSF Operational Centres.
• To provide leadership and management of the HR Department in London and Ireland, and the LEAP Project Manager.
• Ensuring the development and implementation of HR strategies and policies.
• As a member of the OCA Heads of HR Platform drive the implementation of the OCA Staff Strategy support objectives as defined in the OCA Strategic Plan for the period 2020-2023.
• The Head of HR has overall accountability for the activities of the HR department, ensures the integration of the office and field HR function, effective collaboration across London, Dublin, Amman and Tunis and advises the Executive Directors in UK and Ireland on all people management issues for MSF-UK/IE.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Senior manager, with proven management experience in MSF or another similar organisation including leading other managers.
• Proven significant experience with HR management in the international NGO sector.
• Academic degree, preferable in Human Resources or other relevant area (CIPD qualification).
• Experience of developing and influencing strategy at a senior level in an international organisation.
• Experience of working with issues of equity, diversity and inclusion as they pertain to a global and national workforce.
• Strong leadership skills with experience of leading senior managers and sub-teams.
• Experience of working as part of a network of HR colleagues, across a global organisation, and advancing strategic objectives.
• Change-management experience including in organisational design
• Excellent interpersonal and team-working skills.
• Experience of working with Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, unpredictable and demanding environment.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally including to MSF field projects.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Commitment to aims and values to Médecins Sans Frontières.

Please visit the MSF UK website for the full job description and person sepcification.

MSF UK/IE is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from all sections of our diverse community.  

HOW TO APPLY  

Please apply on our website by submitting a copy of your CV together with a letter of motivation (please upload as one document) by the closing date.

RECRUITMENT TIMETABLE  

Closing date for applications: 6th September 2020, 11.59pm (BST)

Facilities Manager for International Children’s Shoebox Project

based at our West Midlands Processing Centre (Oldbury)

Six-month temporary position –September 2020 to end of February 2021

For this year in the run up to Christmas join our logistics team and thousands of volunteers in gathering in half a million boxes from across the UK, processing and then sending them to children all around the world.

Become part of the world’s largest shoebox appeal where Samaritan’s Purse, together with local churches here and overseas, distributes gift-filled shoeboxes to children in need overseas and in so doing demonstrates God’s love in a tangible way whilst sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ.

We are seeking a facilities manager to set up and manage the temporary and permanent warehouse facilities utilised for OCC during the 2020 processing season.  This role will ensure the facilities and equipment are operationally effective and fully compliant with Health & Safety, and Covid-19 Secure workplace best practices. 

 You will need to:

• be quick to learn
• be a good planner and project manager who is good with details
• be happy to work independently
• be comfortable working in a very busy environment
• have a positive, ‘can do’ attitude
• be flexible regarding the tasks you may be given
• have experience of working in an operations, warehouse or logistics environment

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and Cover Letter. If you would like more information about the Operation Christmas Child campaign, please visit our website

All applicants must be willing to work within a Christian framework and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations. All applicants should be in sympathy with the evangelical Christian beliefs held by the organisation.

Christian Witness to Israel (CWI) has been at the cutting edge of mission to Jewish people since 1842. Now the UK-based international mission to Jewish people has entered an exciting new phase in its ministry.

If you share our vision and values and you have the right gifts, this is a great opportunity for you to join thep team and help shape and deliver a new strategy for taking our mission forward. The successful applicant will be responsible for leading our Communications team. effectively communicating the stories, passion and ministry of CWI to a wide audience.

This is a fantastic role for the right person. This is an outward-facing role, expressive and representative of the Organisation’s passionate commitment to communicating the Good News of Jesus back to the Jewish people.

You will need to share that passion. We work with the Church across the UK and beyond and you will need to be a brilliant communicator in this arena. You will need to have a strong grasp of our mission and an understanding of the different expressions of the Christian faith. It is therefore an occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be a Christian, who personally subscribes to the Organisation’s statement of faith, and who fully supports its mission objectives.

The person we are looking for will have excellent communication skills across a range of media from paper to digital. You will need to be an outstanding writer with a proven track record, and be able to create and implement strategy, train, lead, inspire and direct others. You will need to be a driven person able to deliver across different communication platforms, notably, to build our digital offering and help create copy that increases our direct marketing impact. You must also know how to work collaboratively internally and externally.

If you think you are the person we are looking for and you are inspired by the prospect of being part of this dynamic Christian ministry at this ground-breaking time, we want to hear from you.

To apply:

Please send the following:

A full CV, including educational and professional qualifications, full employment history showing the more significant positions held, responsibilities, relevant achievements, and budget and staff responsibilities. Please include details of your latest remuneration and benefits.

A covering letter, of no more than two pages in total, summarising your proven ability to address the areas set out in the job description and person specification and your reasons for applying.

A completed application form.

CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form.

Questions or queries regarding the role should be addressed to Henk Gouws.
All applications will be treated in confidence.

Closing date for applications: 12 Noon Friday 4th September 2020

Registered Charity Number: 271323

Hours: 21-37 hours per week

Salary: £30,000 - £32,293 pro rata

Terms: Permanent

Benefits: up to 5% matched contribution pension, 31 days’ holiday plus bank holidays pro rata

Location: Citizens Advice, 95 St Aldates

Reporting to: Director

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and proactive senior manager to take the lead on a range on implementing and embedding varied projects and support the operation of the wider organisation.

The post holder will be responsible for holding the overview of our various workstreams and the links between them, effectively implementing new initiatives and projects, while ensuring that existing work and compliance requirements are on track.

You will have solid organisational, influencing and communications skills, together with the ability to foster strong professional relationships and encourage close collaboration between internal and external stakeholders.

Critical thinking and first-class analytical skills will underlie your proven ability to solve complex multifaceted problems, and to provide well-presented options appraisal and solutions to a wider audience.

Closing date for applications is midday on Monday 24th August.

About us

Christian Aid believes that everyone, regardless of faith or race, is entitled to live a full life, free from poverty. We believe in tackling the root causes of poverty, not just the symptoms. And we believe the world can and must be changed so there is equality, dignity and freedom for all. If you're as driven as we are to make this change happen, and want to inspire others to help make it happen, then join us.

About the role

This is a critical role in the newly formed Fundraising and Supporter Engagement Leadership Team, leading the team responsible for enabling the delivery of our fundraising strategy. You'll do that by making sure we have the right data, digital, insight, planning and prioritisation expertise, making sure we are a fast-paced and effective department.

The role will lead our ongoing strategic planning and reporting, holding us to account to ensure goals and objectives are met. It will be responsible for digital transformation across Christian Aid, focussing initially on our Fundraising and Supporter Engagement. It will also deliver a culture of using actionable insight, research, analysis and business intelligence to inform all FSE strategies, projects and activities, and provide a wider understanding of our audiences and their preferences.

About you

You'll be a proven leader, committed to working collaboratively and developing, coaching and motivating your team. You're a strategic thinker, with strong analytical skills and practical experience in project management including planning, budgeting and evaluation. You'll have experience of digital leadership, CRM initiatives and database management. Influencing and working with staff, volunteers and external stakeholders at all levels isn't a problem for you, so you'll collaborate effectively with teams across the organisation and will build good relationships both internally and externally. You'll be comfortable making decisions and prioritising, ensuring Christian Aid uses its resources effectively and delivers the greatest possible impact.

Further information

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

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.

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.

Oxfordshire Youth is looking for a finance professional and experienced project manager to lead the enabling services for Oxfordshire Youth – finance, HR, fundraising, premises and IT, ensuring that we position ourselves to be financially sustainable, adaptable and responsive to external factors and an employer of choice.

*Please find attached the JD & Advert in Welsh also*

The Institute of Physics (IOP) is seeking a Head of Wales to join the Senior Management Team and provide leadership for the IOP's activities in Wales. The Head will work with colleagues, IOP members and the IOP Wales Committee and use their knowledge of Welsh political and economic drivers to develop a business plan that meets the needs of the Welsh physics community and is in line with the IOP's new strategy. They will have responsibility for building influential relationships and partnerships with stakeholders from across and beyond the physics community and for maximising the impact of the IOP's work in Wales.

The role

This is a new role, reporting to the Director of Policy and Public Affairs and working closely with other members of the Executive Team.  The Head will build and manage a team that has responsibility for policy, education and community engagement in Wales and will work with other Heads of department around the UK and Ireland to ensure the whole organisation is run efficiently.

They will be responsible for ensuring that there is excellent engagement with our membership, for making sure that the Welsh business plan is consistent with the IOP’s strategy and for increasing the IOP’s visibility, reputation and impact across Wales.

The person

We are seeking candidates who are dependable, strategic thinkers with leadership experience and excellent people management skills.  They must also be dedicated to meeting the expectations and needs of members, colleagues, partners and other stakeholders.

A demonstrable understanding of the social and economic importance of education, research and innovation and familiarity with the Government’s Industrial Strategy would be advantageous. We welcome candidates with backgrounds in science, politics, economics or industry/business.

This is an influential, leadership role, requiring the experience and confidence to work with a high degree of autonomy, but also the ability to work with colleagues across the organisation. The proven ability to achieve systemic change by influencing stakeholders will be key, with the ability to manage the ambiguity that comes from a changing environment essential. 

Experience will come from having led teams, contributing to senior organisational management, designing and delivering business plans, working closely with members and/or partners and advising senior stakeholders, internal and external. We are looking for someone who has first rate communication skills and who, ideally, is proficient in the Welsh language or willing to learn to speak and write Welsh.

Why work with us?

The Institute of Physics is one of the world’s largest professional bodies and learned societies for physics. It is the national body for the UK and Ireland and also has a seat at international bodies including the UN.  Our members come from across the physics community whether in industry, academia, the classroom, technician roles or in training programmes as apprentices or students.  We are a world-leading science publisher and are proud to be a trusted and valued voice for the physics community.

The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland. We seek to raise public awareness and understanding of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community. As a charity, we’re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society.

We have an ambitious new strategy and you’ll play a part in helping us to deliver it.  There’s never been a more exciting time to join the IOP - watch our film to find out more about our work.

As well as a competitive salary and professional development opportunities, we offer employees a comprehensive benefits package including an excellent pension scheme, private medical insurance and generous annual leave. We also offer a range of other benefits including childcare vouchers, gym membership and interest free season ticket loans.

We're looking for an Operations Director to join our enthusiastic and dedicated team to help oversee our day-to-day operations, ensuring the good name of The Survivors Trust.  We anticipate that this role will evolve over time to reflect the growing needs of the charity. 

Inititial responsibilities will be in the following areas:

• Operations - improving project delivery processes and suggesting system changes
• Service Standards -  engaging with Member Agencies to further develop external verification processes
• Trauma-Informed Quality Mark - further development and promotion of our TIE Quality Mark

Person specification

Our ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate commitment to TST's ethos, mission and values
• Be able to identify and develop improvements to existing processes
• Be able to work independently and learn new things quickly
• Be an effective and compassionate communicator
• Have excellent organisational skills and IT competencies

Work experience, particularly in an operations-focussed/service management role in the specialist sexual violence voluntary sector or general voluntary sector is essential.

This post could be considered as a full-time role for one individual meeting all competencies.  Alternatively, we would consider a job share.

Location

Our offices are based in Rugby Warwickshire, but many elements of this role are easily delivered through home working.  There will be an element of travel involved in the future.  At the moment, we are working remotely and will not return to the office until it is appropriate to do so.  We are committed to respecting the fact that the appropriate time to return to the office may vary from person to person.

Magic Me, the UK’s leading intergenerational-arts charity are seeking a Director of Finance & Operations to help shape and deliver the organization’s strategy and vision, and be the chief steward of Magic Me’s overall organizational health.

You will be responsible for Magic Me’s financial, HR and operational systems. Your work will enable our team of staff and artists to design and deliver high-quality, innovative artistic programmes to an intergenerational community of participants, partners and volunteers in London and Essex. 

Candidates will have a strong understanding and practical experience of charity finance and accounting, an eye for detail, and a proactive, collaborative mindset to develop and optimise current systems.

You will have experience across HR functions, excellent communication skills, good project management expertise and hold a genuine commitment to inclusion. 

This role provides a seat at the senior management table and allows your voice to have a real impact on organizational strategy. Strong candidates will have a willingness to lean into this leadership and a proactive nature to help identify where the charity can be even better.

 

About Magic Me

Since its founding in 1989, Magic Me has pioneered intergenerational arts practice,  in partnership with many other organisations, large and small. Our story for the past 30 years has been one of innovation and constant evolution in direct response to the specific needs of the culturally diverse communities we serve across London. 

Since March 2020 our At Home Together programme is piloting new ways for younger and older people to meet, to make and to party at a distance.

Magic Me are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships.

For information on how to apply and full job description, please visit our website.

Salary:  £38,000 full-time, 35 hours per week

Application Deadline: 9am Tuesday 1st September

Interviews: Tuesday 8 and Thursday 10 September via video call

Start date: ASAP, No later than 1 November

A well-known charitable organisation is seeking a Head of Finance on both an interim and a permanent basis to support in the day to day running of the finance team, and to advise SMT / Board level individuals on longer term spending reviews and the provision of insightful income impact analysis. 

Reporting in to the COO, this is a business critical position for the organisation, and you will be providing strategic financial and business advice to high-profile individuals. You will also have responsibility for the coordination of monthly management and financial accounts, as well as indirect oversight of the transactions team (AP / AR). 

• You will be an experienced finance professional, ideally with a number of years' experience within the Charities sector at Head of Finance level or above. 
• CCAB qualified or equivalent. 
• Interim and Permanent applicants will both be considered. 
• Previous staff management experience of qualified accountants

The role is based remotely for the short to medium term though will be based in London in the longer term. 

Please note that with an anticipated high volume of applicants, it may not be possible to respond to every application though we will endeavour to do so in time. 

Artsadmin is looking for a new Head of Finance to join our small finance team.

If you thrive on variety and would like work for a leading performing arts charity that specialises in producing new work to tour to venues and festivals in the UK and worldwide, we’d love to hear from you. We are a friendly, values-led organisation with an impressive track-record in European co-production. Environmental sustainability and accessibility are at the heart of how we run Toynbee Studios in London’s east end, providing rehearsal spaces for artists whose projects span theatre, dance, opera, music, live art, and interdisciplinary practice. Our artist support programme offers professional development opportunities to artists throughout their careers and our creative engagement programme provides innovative projects for children, young people and adults.

For more information, please visit our website to download the job-pack and submit an application.

This two year contract will involve the postholder overseeing the roll out of new initiatives by securing support from a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders to build momentum as part of the Trussell Trust's new five-year strategy. You will be expected to provide leadership to the Pathfinder Programme working with groups of Pathfinder food banks across the UK to help them develop and execute their own strategic plans for reducing the need for their services locally.

You will also lead a high-performing team to develop and deliver both strategic and operational programmes, enhancing engagement across the charity and the Trussell Trust network of food banks using a test and learn approach.

This role requires a high achiever  who is proactive in their approach, is diplomatic, has strong influencing skills, and thrives well in a culture of change and innovation.

If you would like to work in a dynamic and forward-focussed organisation to help people in crisis and end the need for food banks, we want to hear from you!

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

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

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

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

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

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

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the Royal Agriculture Benevolent Institution (R.A.B.I) as they look to recruit a new Head of Services to oversee the strategic and operational management of their  client services.R.A.B.I is based in Oxford and are a farming charity that offers financial support, practical care and guidance to farming people of all ages, including farmers, farmworkers and dependents. They provide tailored support to suit their beneficiaries and strive to build strong, supportive relationships to help those in need acquire the best support they can.

As their Head of Services, you will be responsible for managing the day to day operational requirements, including a team of frontline advisors who directly support individuals who are experiencing hardship, by providing tailored advice and support as well as grants. In addition, you will offer strategic direction in order to develop and improve services for long term response to growing demand. The Head will be the champion for the client services area of the businesses, with the drive and focus to ensure it operates and delivers services of excellence and in accordance with best practice at all times. Finally, you will work collaboratively with internal stakeholders including senior leadership and marketing teams to ensure their creative strategy focussed on developing services and increasing service awareness in delivered efficiently.

To be considered, you will be a strong leader with demonstrable experience of leading successful support and/or advice services combined with knowledge of individual grants. This is an integral role for the organisation and as such, you will be an exceptional leader at both strategic and operational level with proven experience of managing and developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders and partners. Finally, a proven track record of product and service development experience is essential as is the understanding of the needs of individuals experiencing hard ship.

To apply for this role, please initially submit a word-formatted version of your CV; suitable candidates will then be contacted and will be asked to complete a tailored supporting statement.