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Role: Community and Participation Manager
Contract Type: Permanent, 0.8FTE - 30 hours per week
Salary: Up to £26,400 (pro rata of £33,000), 20 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata), 4% employer pension contribution
Reporting to: Head of Neighbourhoods Responsible for: Freelance staff and Volunteers (subject to projects and programmes)
New Art Exchange (NAE) is a pioneering creative space in Hyson Green, Nottingham. We’re the UK’s largest gallery dedicated to contemporary visual arts from the Global Ethnic Majority. We set out to reshape the contemporary art narrative by championing diversity and inclusivity and by providing a platform for underrepresented voices in the art world.
Purpose of the role
The Community and Participation Manager will be a key member of NAE’s Neighbourhood’s team, responsible for ensuring the effective planning, coordination, and delivery of a wide range of community projects and events that engage and inspire our local communities (predominantly from the Global Ethnic Majority). Based from within NAE’s purpose built creative space, in the heart of one of Nottingham’s most diverse areas - Hyson Green, the post holder will work with local community partners, schools and other key stakeholders to ensure the community programme is representative of the diverse voices from our local communities and has their involvement through all that we do.
Main duties of the role
With strategic oversight from the Head of Neighbourhood develop and deliver a diverse range of activity with and for the community including (but not limited to) workshops, festivals, conferences, and functions, ensuring they are aligned with NAE’s overall vision, goals and budget.
Supporting the Head of Neighbourhoods to identify and secure external funding opportunities, sponsorships, and partnerships to support the events when required.
Act as lead contact with key stakeholders, including community groups, schools, partners, citizen panels, artists, vendors, and local authorities, to ensure smooth collaboration and communication.
Support the Comms team to develop and implement marketing and promotional strategies to raise awareness of projects and events with a focus on attracting diverse audiences.
Manage budgets and financial reporting for community projects, ensuring that expenses are within budget and that financial records are accurate and up to date. In line with the overarching Neighbourhoods strategy, develop project plans, budgets, and timelines and maintain accurate records.
Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations and obtain necessary permits and licenses.
Lead project staff (including contracting and acting as project manager and day to day contact for them) which will consist of freelancers, contractors, and volunteers.
Track progress, address issues, and produce reports and evaluations for internal and external stakeholders, including NAE’s Senior Management Team and local community leaders.
Employee Benefits:
20 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata), 4% employer pension contribution
For further information please refer to the job description attached below.
How to apply
Please submit a 2-page covering letter & a CV (of no more than 2 pages) outlining why you are interested in the role and working for NAE and how you feel your experience meets the criteria. Applications should be sent via 'Quick Apply' by 5pm on Wednesday 19 June 2024.
As outlined in the job pack attached, if you self-identify as being from a Global Ethnic Majority background and
have demonstrable experience of programming or creating work for community groups, please state so clearly on your supporting statement.
If you would like an informal conversation about this role, Vicki Grace at Achates Recruits, who are supporting us in the recruitment of this role would be pleased to speak to you. Please contact Vicki on vicki(at)achates(dot)org(dot)uk to arrange a suitable time to speak. These conversations will not form part of our selection process.
NAE is the UK’s largest gallery dedicated to contemporary visual arts from the Global Ethnic Majority.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
DETAILS
- Salary: GBP 60,000-65,000 depending on experience (the range is aligned to London cost of living and would be adjusted according to the appointee's location)
- Location: Flexible. But must be prepared to work at least four hours per day 1300 – 1700 Coordinated Universal Time. Location in London or Berlin may be an advantage.
- Contract Type: Full-time, open-ended contract
- Closing Date: 9 June 2024
- Interview Dates: 14 & 17 June (first round interviews), 19 June (second round interviews)
TO APPLY
Complete and return our application form via our jobs portal. Kindly note that the application form is required; we will not accept CVs.
The Business & Human Rights Resource Centre is seeking a Head of Communications to lead our high-performing communications team. The successful candidate will lead strategic, high-impact external communications across the organisation. They will work closely with our global team across 30 countries involved in research and analysis. They will bring talent, enthusiasm, knowledge and experience. This role currently manages a team of five and reports to the Executive Director. The communications team is tasked to ensure strategic and effective media, social media, and delivery of our digital platform to drive change.
About us
Business & Human Rights Resource Centre is a global organisation committed to cooperation with diverse actors in our movement. We have more than 80 global team colleagues based in 20+ countries around the world, who work with a wide network of human rights advocates.
We seek a world where transformed business contributes to a just and regenerative economy that delivers shared prosperity and climate security; respects human rights and provides redress for abuse; and ensures greater equality of power and wealth. We stand with, and amplify and support, the voice and work of partners, allies, and movements in seeking to create linkages between grassroots experience and regional/international decision-making. We build and deploy evidence to influence decision-makers in governments and businesses towards transformative norms, regulations, and re-aligned business incentives that deliver systemic shifts from exploitative business behaviour towards a rights-respecting and regenerative economic model.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic communications: Lead the strategic evolution of our global communications as a critical component of our strategies to make change happen. Drive impact by building strategic media and digital outreach that amplifies the work of ourselves and allies, and influences key audiences. Work across our global team to develop a shared understanding of grand strategy, key audiences, the fast-changing context, and how communications can drive positive change. With the management team, set the organisation’s communications strategy and ensure we have the right skills, knowledge, and connections to deliver it. Collaborate with regional and thematic leads to ensure our communications strategies help deliver the human rights impact our programmes seek with allies.
- Lead the communications team: Support a strong team, nurturing their skills to inspire effective and high-impact communications, with an emphasis on digital first. Ensure the work of the team is expertly planned and executed within budget and meets donor requirements. Deliver our performance management system throughout the year to ensure support, well-being, and accountability. Work with the Senior Management Team to manage strategic and operational opportunities and risks.
- Drive and execute innovative, advocacy-oriented communications: Work with senior management, regional and thematic teams to drive a dynamic approach to communications, alongside spotting proactive and reactive opportunities, building higher-level relationships with journalists and partners, and developing tactical approaches. Play an active role in executing impactful, advocacy-oriented communications strategies for key products and events.
- Digital action platform and technology: Work with the Web Content and Digital Officer to manage the development of the Resource Centre’s leading multi-functional digital platform, and our substantial data as compelling evidence. Develop an understanding of the organisation’s target audiences and ensure we deliver features that effectively support them to effectively organise and present their research data and promote human rights in business.
- Programme design and fundraising: Work with our development (fundraising) team and programme leads to ensure communications, and digital technology work is built into project design and budget, and that funders’ information needs are well-served.
Key competencies and attributes
Strategic communication: At least 5 years’ experience delivering top class communications and expert understanding of how strategic communications deliver change. Demonstrable experience in strategy design and execution. Sharp news sense and editorial judgement; strong grasp of the power of social media to make change happen; and a global perspective to communications.
People manager: At least 3 years’ experience in line management. Experience in nurturing and sustaining a high performing team that thrives in a diverse, and global context. Demonstrable success in supporting project teams to deploy communications strategically for impact.
Project manager: Track record of leading and/or implementing complex communications projects including planning, execution, and evaluation. Demonstratable success planning communications for a busy organisation working closely with allies.
Digital technology & data: Experience of design and delivery of website, digital tools, and data to make change happen. Experience of working with developers to manage and maintain a website.
Human rights, and economic justice expertise: Familiarity with social justice or human rights issues and a willingness to keep up to date. Experience communicating economic justice and human rights issues desirable.
Team player: Experience of, and commitment to, working in high-performing teams that are highly collaborative and focused on outcomes. Experience of working with colleagues remotely, and in multicultural and diverse working environments desirable.
Networking: Track record of developing strategic relationships to enhance communications and advocacy efforts, e.g. civil society partners, consultants, journalists, opinion-formers. Experience building relationships of trust and joint action with allied organisations is strongly desirable.
Languages: Must be fluent in English. Additionally, French, German, Chinese, Arabic, Spanish, Portuguese, or Russian language skills would also be an asset (all languages of our digital action platform).
Business & Human Rights Resource Centre is a diverse, global team. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background and we acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in progressive movements. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, Latinx and other minorities, people with disabilities, and people who identify as LGTBQ+.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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.
About the organisation
The YMCA is a global movement which began in 1844 with Central YMCA. It is now a leading UK education, health and wellbeing charity that transforms lives by breaking down barriers to life-changing opportunities. Central YMCA’s work includes creating alternatives to traditional education such as apprenticeships and study programmes, training fitness professionals who inspire communities, developing qualifications through our awarding organisation and helping people improve their health and wellbeing through the largest gym in central London.
About the role
Reporting to the CFO, the Head of Finance is responsible for leading a team of 5 and overseeing the day-to-day financial management of the charity, supporting and developing its financial strategies. In collaboration with the Charity’s Executive Team, the role is responsible for safeguarding the short, medium and long-term financial health of the organisation. This includes all financial reporting requirements, treasury management (overseeing the organisation's cash and liquidity performance) and the management of the annual budget and financial planning processes. The Head of Finance is also responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining a Management Information (MI) reporting suite which supports the Charity’s operations, commercial development activities and long-term strategies. Lastly, the Head of Finance is tasked with managing the development of the Finance department.
Areas of responsibility will include:
Financial Strategy and Policy
- Support the Charity’s Executive Team with ensuring the short, medium and long term financial health of the organisation
- Collaborate with the Charity’s SMT to prepare business cases and financial models to support new business activities and investment proposals
- Review and update the charities financial policies
- Cultivate a support structure across the organisation where the finance department acts as a trusted business partner for operations and management
Reporting
- Oversee all financial reporting processes for the Charity, ensuring that accurate, timely and relevant information is disseminated across the organisation
- Work with the SMT to identify areas to improve the reporting processes
Statutory Reporting, Audit & Risk
- Manage the Charity’s financial statutory compliance for both audit and regulatory matters and oversee the finance risk register
- Lead the year-end audit process, including the preparation of audit schedules, reconciliations and acting as a key point of contact for the auditors
- Prepare the financial disclosures sections of the Charity ‘s annual reports and the accompanying narrative to explain the financial performance of the year
- Support the Charity’s regulatory compliance responsibilities, particularly with the financial elements of ESFA funding guidelines. Prepare financial returns, financial health assessments and other submissions to ensure that ESFA requirements are fulfilled.
Cash Flow Management
- Monitory the Charity’s cash flow, manage the working capital controls and produce cashflow reports and forecasts
- Oversee the Charity’s cash flow management processes and report on cash flow performance against budget and forecast targets.
- Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts which provide a consistently reliable understanding of the organisation’s cash flow position over the financial year.
Finance Department Development
- Design and implement learning and development frameworks for each member of the Finance department.
- Ensure that each member of the Finance department is sufficiently supported to fulfil their performance development goals.
About you
- Qualified Accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent)
- Experience of audit and preparation of annual financial accounts under UK GAAP and understanding of Charity SORP
- Experience of leading and developing Finance teams
- Experience working within the Charity or Education sectors (experience working with ESFA funding is preferable)
- Experienced managing budget processes
- Experience of business partnering
What’s in for you?
- Salary of £60,000 - £65,000 per annum depending on experience
- Hybrid working arrangements – 2/3 days required in office per week
- Office located on Great Russel Steet (Nearest tube station is Tottenham Court Road)
It’s an exciting time to join the Fund with our new strategy ‘It Starts with Community’ and our new and ambitious 3-year Corporate Plan. We have an opportunity for a Head of Strategic Planning to join our team. The role reports to the Chief Finance and Resources Officer, in the Finance and Resources directorate. The role is responsible for leading the Strategic Planning team and currently has two direct reports.
The role is responsible for leading the team to support the organisation to ensure alignment of strategic ambitions with the Corporate Plan and associated corporate processes. The team provide expertise in business planning, corporate planning and oversight and governance to the organisations strategic programme of projects.
Responsibilities include:
You will provide oversight of the governance and reporting to SMT of the strategic transformation projects and support the team in the monitoring, tracking and reporting of the delivery plan projects to senior stakeholders
You will have accountability for providing strategic analysis to our Senior Management Team and subcommittees to enable robust operational and strategic decisions.
You will lead a dispersed team to coordinate and mature the organisations strategy management; business planning processes: corporate plan: programme/project management.
You will drive a high performing culture, inspiring, coaching and empowering your team.
You will collaborate with senior leaders and teams and have strong stakeholder management to build relationships across the organisation.
You will use your expertise to partner with key stakeholders to champion our corporate processes and enhance our strategic maturity level to support our strategic ambitions.
Interview Date:
1st stage interview 4/5th June 2024
2nd stage interview 11th June 2024 (Face: Face in Birmingham)
Location: We have a hybrid approach to working, work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices, these are Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Newcastle and Newtown.
Essential criteria
- Experience of leading and developing dispersed, high performing team to deliver excellent service to internal stakeholders
- Significant experience of delivering the key elements of the strategy management system, and the ability to provide professionally presented strategic analysis to senior audiences
- Demonstrable experience of program/project management and relevant qualification i.e. PgM, Prince 2 Agile Foundation & Practitioner
- Solid stakeholder management experience at senior level i.e. SMT and Chief Executive, incl influencing senior decision makers, teams and colleagues
- Ability to facilitate difficult discussions with diverse range of stakeholders
- Significant experience of collaborating with and influencing internal customers to create effective business processes
- Experience of making sense of complex strategic issues, and the ability to triangulate data and metrics with strategic learning
- Knowledgeable in business excellence frameworks such as EFQM
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are searching for a new strategic leader at Bloody Good Period. The Head of Communications and Campaigns will play a pivotal and strategic role in delivering creative and effective campaigns and comms that align with our wider influencing work, maximising opportunities to influence change as we approach a General Election, and beyond.
Bloody Good Period’s brand and communications have had huge traction and influence in the last few years. Our mission of menstrual equity resonates strongly with a range of stakeholders including individual supporters, corporates, parliamentarians and celebrities, and we have developed a strong brand which is frequently sought after for high-profile partnerships.
We are also dialling up the activist movement quality of our work, building on strong foundations in terms of our brand, reputation and relationships. We think menstrual equity is a bedrock of renewing and improving the way the UK works, and the way we campaign for that and communicate our thoughts and demands will always be fundamental to our success in achieving our mission.
The Head of Communications and Campaigns will be working across the organisation, and crucially alongside our Experts by Experience forum, strengthening our communication strategy whilst developing and implementing an ambitious campaign strategy to engage and mobilise both existing and new supporters.
We are an inclusive, feminist organisation, which champions remote and flexible working, and puts self-care at the heart of what we do. We offer a specific leadership and development programme for BPOC members of the team to develop their careers within the social justice space, and a wellbeing fund to support every team member. We work hard and deliver, but we do not overwork. We enjoy our work and take pride in it.
We strongly encourage applications from Black and People of Colour, and from those who have lived experience of the issues on which we work, namely period poverty, and/or experience of refugee or asylum-seeker status.
While the successful candidate will be selected purely on merit, in the event of a tie between two candidates with equal suitability, we may select a candidate with lived experience of the issues we are seeking to address through our work.
We recognise that many potential candidates who bring the voice and lived experience that we need, may have had less opportunity to develop a track record in these roles. Bloody Good Period prioritises the development needs of everyone who works with us, including in this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is delighted to be collaborating with a non profit environmental think tank, developing research and analysis related to ecological limits, to recruit for an Interim Head of Communications on a 6 month contract. This role can be based in London or predominantly remotely, with an expectation for some regular in-person engagement at their London office (preference for 2 days per week in the office but some flexibility with this). Ideal start date mid-June, with a potential for this role to become permanent after the 6 months. This is a full time role but would also consider part time candidates (minimum 3 days per week).
This department operates with a largely outsourced model - this is a stand alone role with no internal team to manage (just external agencies). The Interim Head will be responsible for strategic communications and ensuring messages are delivered to key audiences, monitoring emerging trends and driving brand awareness. You will work with programmes to create programme specific communications and media plans and be responsible for crisis management. You will also support events and oversee design and production, and ensure strong internal communications.
The successful candidate will have broad communications experience with a good understanding of media, PR and with good agency management expertise. As this is a stand alone position you will have experience of overseeing both the strategic and operational aspects of the role, using external agencies when required. You will ideally have some experience working in a not for profit research organisation that publishes reports using data, or with suitable experience within the financial industry, as well as a passion for sustainability.
To apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Following your application, you may be contacted by Prospectus for an informal discussion and may be asked to provide further information to assist with the recruitment process.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application
We’re Anthony Nolan. We’re here to uncover the answers inside us. Answers for people with blood cancer and blood disorders. Answers that will not only improve lives today but save them tomorrow.
By uniting people and science, we’re growing our world-leading stem cell register, so everyone who needs a transplant, can find their lifesaving match. We’re currently giving four people a day another chance to live.
Driven by patients, backed by stem cell donors, and powered by science, we won’t stop until we’ve unlocked the cures, treatments and transplants that will transform the future for more patients. And together, we can reach the remarkable day where every patient who needs us can not only survive, but thrive.
If you're inspired by this vision, and feel you have the skills and experience we need to help achieve it, we'd love you to join our lifesaving team.
We are looking for a Head of High Value Operations to join our Fundraising team.
Title: Head of High Value Operations
Salary: £60,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent (full-time)
Hours: 35 per week (standard Anthony Nolan working hours)
Location: Head Office in Hampstead, London
The Head of High Value Operations role is central to our bold fundraising ambitions. Establishing and leading a team of operations professionals encompassing research, data and insight, case for support, special events, and supporter care, the Head of High Value Operations will drive income growth by embedding best practice in fundraising operations, developing the processes and systems which support fundraising, and building strong networks across Anthony Nolan in support of fundraising. Reporting to the Chief of Fundraising, and part of the Fundraising SLT, we’re looking for someone who is a natural relationship builder, someone who understands the key components of an operations team in a fundraising context, and someone who is excited to build a team and programme from the ground up, using their skills and experience in this field.
What’s needed?
- Practical management experience of prospect research, fundraising database management, or gift management
- Proven record of leading and motivating a team, ideally within a fundraising operations team
- An understanding of high value fundraising
- Collaboration with the wider Philanthropy, Corporate, and Special Events teams and other colleagues to identify sustainable ways to deliver our current and future strategy
What’s in it for you?
- A competitive salary
- 27 days annual leave, pension scheme, childcare vouchers, access to counselling via a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
- A stimulating work environment full of opportunities to learn and develop
- Life Assurance of four times annual salary
- Travel season ticket loan, Cycle to work Scheme
- And more! (further details on our Life at Anthony Nolan page)
Please check out the full job description (attached here and on our site when you click to apply), and you can read more about what to expect on the Our recruitment process page on our career site.
Release your remarkable, join our team and give someone another chance to live.
Anthony Nolan is a Disability Confident Committed and Living Wage accredited employer.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who we are:
Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background.
Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen.
Summary of Role:
Join Muslim Aid as the Director of Operations to steer our strategic alignment and operational excellence across global initiatives. Reporting directly to the CEO and collaborating with senior directors, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our International Programmes, Income Generation and Marketing departments. This position is based in London and is a vital part of our mission to deliver impactful, efficient, and accountable operations worldwide.
About the Role:
- Work alongside the CEO and senior leadership to craft and execute strategic plans, ensuring it aligns with our broader goals.
- Prepare and present comprehensive operational reports at board meetings and committee meetings throughout the year, offering strategic insights and recommendations.
- Oversee the management of the Head of International Programmes and Head of Income Generation and Marketing, ensuring strategies and operations align with overall goals of Muslim Aid.
- Oversee the operational budget, guaranteeing resources are distributed with efficiency and effectiveness to uphold strategic priorities.
- Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and funding requirements, maintaining high standards of accountability.
- Ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness across all programmatic and departmental activities, implementing good practices and seeking opportunities for innovation and improvement.
About You:
- Proven experience in a leadership role within the non-profit sector, preferably in an international context.
- Experience in overseeing programmatic and income generation activities, demonstrating the ability to integrate these functions effectively.
- Proven experience in successfully raising funds from diverse income streams such as grants, donations, sponsorships, events, and partnerships.
- Experience in managing diverse teams and complex projects across multiple countries and contexts.
- Proven experience in change management and driving organisational development initiatives.
- Proven financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
Why You Should Apply:
Seize the opportunity to make a significant impact on the world with Muslim Aid. As our Director of Operations, you will not only lead key strategic initiatives but also inspire a team dedicated to operational excellence and global humanitarian efforts. This role is your chance to leverage your leadership and strategic skills in an environment that values innovation and commitment to community service. Join us to be at the forefront of change, empowering communities and making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. Together, we can achieve remarkable things and create a legacy of compassion and integrity.
Benefits you will enjoy if you work for us:
- 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Privilege days)
- Hybrid working (working in office 2 days a week)
- Paid time off for medical appointments
- 2 hours lunch break on Fridays
- Time off in Lieu (TOIL)
How to apply:
To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV.
Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £60,000 per annum
Benefits: Generous Holiday allowance Season Ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Charity worker discounts Enhanced maternity package Wellness, inclusion, and diversity groups EAP scheme Life assurance
Closing date: 10-06-2024
Are you a dynamic leader with a proven track record in fundraising, ready to inspire and empower a dedicated team to power funding forwards for PACT?
The fundraising team at Pact plays a crucial role in securing vital income to sustain our operations, develop our capacity, fund essential services, and maintain our independent voice. They cultivate both unrestricted funds and restricted income for special projects, innovation, and system change initiatives. Fostering strong relationships across the charity, they receive support from me, our CEO Andy Keen-Downs, and our Senior Leadership team.
As our current Head of Fundraising moves on to a CEO position at another organisation, we seek an exceptional individual to build upon her achievements. The role involves overseeing a team of five:
• Development Manager (Individual Giving and Parishes)
• Senior Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations) alongside a part-time Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser
• Senior Development Manager (Major Donors)
• Senior Partnerships and Engagement Manager (Corporate Partners)
The successful candidate will empower and guide their team to sustainably push forward with fundraising strategy and delivery, nurturing relationships with trusts, foundations, corporations, high net worth individuals, Catholic networks, parish communities, and individual supporters. We seek someone with a proven track record in fundraising, leadership skills to inspire their team, and managerial abilities to foster a cohesive team spirit and support personal growth.
In addition to leading and developing the fundraising team, the Head of Fundraising will be part of our collaborative Executive Team, working closely with colleagues in Communications and Engagement, Business Development, Finance, and across our Services regions and specialisms. They will also receive support from our Head of Faith in Action, who reports to the CEO, and collaborate with our Chair of Trustees, Professor Jim McManus, and other trustees. Our strategy emphasises shared objectives and teamwork.
What Pact Offer:
Pact offer a wide range of employee benefits including free confidential advice and counselling service, cycle to work scheme, life assurance, eye care vouchers, generous annual leave plus more. You will have the opportunity to attend internal training events to further develop yourself as an effective support work and you will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team.
How to apply:
Please apply with your CV and a supporting statement (max 2 pages) outlining specifically how you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Other information:
Pact is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment).
This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3-year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), Prison Vetting and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison.
You may also have experience in the following: Fundraising Director, Chief Development Officer, Fundraising Manager, Director of Development and Fundraising, Fundraising Lead, Fundraising Executive Director, Chief Fundraising Officer, Director of Philanthropy and Fundraising, Development and Fundraising Head, Fundraising Campaign Director, etc.
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Brain Tumour Research is looking for a Head of Digital to lead the development and implementation of a digital strategy that will enable Brain Tumour Research to deliver on ambitious growth targets and increase the profile of the brand. The Head of Digital will lead a digital team, work with a number of agencies and work collaboratively with all areas of Brain Tumour Research to maximise engagement and use digital tools and services to drive growth, operating efficiencies and achieve income targets.
Position: Head of Digital
Location: Head Office, Milton Keynes. We offer a hybrid working model, team members are expected to be in the office for a minimum of three days per week.
Salary: Circa £55,000 pa
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Benefits: Holiday entitlement, 25 days per annum, excluding UK Public Holidays, death in service policy, access to an Employee Assistance Programme and option to join our healthcare scheme.
Direct Reports: Yes
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who wants to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK while using their experience and knowledge to lead an ambitious digital team.
As Head of Digital you will lead the continued development of our website (built on Shopify) and digital channels to support our overall growth ambitions. Developing the digital roadmap and executing the digital strategy by working across the charity to maximise engagement and take-up of digital tools and services to drive growth and operating efficiencies.
About You
If you would like to join an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity, with a passion for finding a cure for brain tumours, then we would love to hear from you.
Do you have:
- Minimum of five years’ experience in digital strategy and operations
- Experience of budget management, managing income, including achievement of income targets
- Substantial experience of leading a team to deliver diverse, innovative and cost-effective activities
- Empathy with our cause
About Brain Tumour Research
Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.
We are invested in our employees and are proud to be accredited by Investors in People.
Closing Date: 26th May 2024
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.
Candidates may also have in experience in, or looking for a career in: Digital Marketing, Head of Marketing, Head of E-Commerce, Marketing Manager, Digital Marketing Manager, Head of Digital Marketing, Marketing Director, Digital Strategy, Performance Marketing Manager, Digital Director.
No agencies please.
Head of Land – England
Reference: APR20245739
Location: Flexible in England
Salary: £57,532.00 - £61,763.00 Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 Hours per week
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave
Looking for a great opportunity to make a significant impact for nature? This could be the role for you!
We are looking for a new Head of Land for England, and are keen to hear from a wide range of candidates. We’re seeking the right person with great leadership skills to further unlock the value of our network of brilliant reserves across the country, whilst also inspiring and building meaningful partnerships that can deliver results for priority habitats and species in England!
The experienced Land team is led by this role and includes:
- The Programmes and Projects team running a large pipeline of work including our East Coast Wetlands work;
- The Species team that is setting out plans and delivering projects to recover nature such as the Turtle Dove;
- The Rural Surveying team that sets standards and manages opportunities for our 60,000+ha RSPB reserve estate in England,
- The Ecology and Land Management team which delivers an RSPB standard of land and habitat management as a contractual service externally.
What's the role about?
The Head of Land role provides strategic leadership and a country overview of our work on recovering nature habitat management (on and off reserves), manages country-level relationships with national conservation bodies and is responsible for country land management compliance via management of our rural surveyors. As a member of the Country Leadership Team the post holder will have collective responsibility for the development and delivery of the Country Strategy and accountability for the ensuring that we have an effective overview of our conservation work in country, ensuring standards and support needs are met.
The role is responsible for representing the RSPB’s conservation work in England to external national level audiences. Having an inspiring approach to communications and identifying collaborative opportunities and solving shared challenges in Nature Conservation would be welcome skills. The post holder will provide conservation leadership in country, maintaining an overview of progress against country species and habitats targets and ensuring that we are deploying the most effective interventions from our conservation toolkit in country.
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
- Sound knowledge of the land management sector in England (including the legislative, policy and fiscal frameworks which drive land use change and management);
- A knowledgeable conservationist with proven ecological knowledge and ability to draw on practical and personal knowledge and experience to communicate with credibility to internal and external audiences;
- Experienced programme, project and risk manager able to manage complex programmes, dependencies, costs, time and project teams;
- Experience of setting and leading compliance with standards and developing and managing systems (of oversight and monitoring and review);
- Proven ability to translate strategy into action, developing programmes, prioritising and leading change;
- Proven leadership and people management skills, able to develop team members for high performance and build a positive culture;
- Experience of leading and developing large, multi-disciplinary teams, and
- Proven ability to influence others, build partnerships and negotiate at a senior level.
Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 26th May 2024
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.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
No agencies please.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with the Chief Executive, the post-holder will lead on all aspects of development, marketing and fundraising, and people/HR development; maintaining high level relationships with donors and prospective donors and maximising opportunities to secure new sources of income from individuals, companies and charitable trusts, as well as improving our internal comms.
We are looking for someone who has experience working in collaborative environments to meet organisational goals and build and manage relationships. They will demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop in order to surface and establish partnerships, lead funding bids, develop our people, and act as a key representative of the Centre to the outside world.
Time off
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30 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service (plus public holidays)
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Paid carers’ and compassionate leave
Financial
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Contributory pension scheme – employer contribution 8.5% (employee contribution 2.5%)
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Non-contributory group life assurance scheme (4 x annual salary)
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Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay
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Enhanced sick pay scheme (after 6 months’ service)
Wellbeing
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Employee assistance programme through life assurance cover. WeCare: 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
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Flexible working arrangements i.e. part time, compressed hours, working hours etc.
The Centre for Homelessness Impact exists to improve the lives of people experiencing homelessness through better use of data and evidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting ABT Global in Britain to recruit for a Senior Programme Manager. This is a full-time, permanent position based in London (Hybrid)
Abt Global is an engine for social impact, fuelled by caring, curiosity and cutting-edge research that moves people from vulnerability to security. ABT Britain focuses exclusively on International Development, working with UK Government and other international development funders as they apply their technical expertise to complex problems and improve the quality of people’s lives around the globe.
Reporting directly to the Head of Strategic Growth and Portfolio Impact, the Senior Programme Manager will provide day-to-day operational oversight of programme delivery, ensuring contract compliance and financial management, acting as main point of contact with Clients. The postholder will develop and execute plans for complex programmes and projects, identifying issues or potential risks, including project performance, financial and legal. The Senior Programme Manager will lead and mentor the programme delivery team, including development and evaluation of assigned staff.
To be successful, you will have significant experience of programme management within an International Development context, with experience in supporting and supervising large technical assistance programmes. You will have an excellent understanding of donor/client management requirements, including working with major funders like FCDO or Green Climate Fund. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to forge and develop cohesive teams with clear roles and responsibilities. Finally, you will have demonstrable leadership ability, providing compliance/financial support to project management teams.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
In order to apply please, submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call to brief you on the role.