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Overview of the Directorate

• The Education Department develops, resources, delivers and manages the ESU’s portfolio of education programmes. This portfolio encompasses teaching programmes, domestic and international competition(s), short- and long-term interventions in schools and external educational organisations, continual professional development opportunities for teachers, school membership, awards & scholarships, all of which are focused on giving young people the speaking & listening skills and the cross-cultural understanding they need to thrive.
   

Purpose of this role

• The main purpose of the role is to carry out and assist in the administration and day to day running of the ESU’s educational programmes, communicating with internal and external stakeholders, and managing delivery staff to ensure collective goals and objectives are reached

 Responsibilities and Expectations

 · Support with the smooth running and delivery of ESU Education’s domestic & international programmes as needed

· Be the first respondent to incoming calls and emails from educators, ESU partners and the general public, providing timely and professional responses to all enquiries

· Manage ESU spreadsheets and data across various Excel and our CRM system to ensure clean and accurate data collection and collation

· As needed, support with the development and improvement of education resources

· Liaise with the ESU’s Accounts Department regarding invoicing, delivery staff pay and expenses.

· Maintain accurate records of all bookings, delivery staff status, schools, public feedback and other relevant information.

· To support with delivery of workshops in schools, undertaking training to ensure delivery and teaching matches ESU standards

· Where appropriate source venues, confirm catering arrangements and other operational requirements regarding Education events.

· Assist the department in ad-hoc admin work as needed such as printing

· Participate in call-rounds as part of the department’s sales and onboarding efforts

· Co-ordinate the collection of process evaluation & impact data.

To work or travel over occasional evenings and weekends as directed by line manager, with time off in lieu.

· On occasion, support young people during workshops, residential programmes and competition events to ensure these key beneficiaries are supported throughout their engagement with the ESU.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

· An understanding of the nature and importance of the ESU’s charitable work within educational contexts and a strong commitment to increasing the impact of the organisation’s work.

· Experience in an administrative role.

· Experience delivering high quality customer service.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Good interpersonal skills.

· Good time management and organisational skills.

· A can-do attitude with the ability to work well under pressure.

· A team-player who is also able to work independently whilst maintaining a high standard of work.

· Excellent data management skills and capability in Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint.

Desirable:

· Experience of using Salesforce

· Teaching or workshop facilitation experience.

· Experience working with children and young people in any capacity.

· Experience delivering educational programmes or events internationally.

Generous Company Pension

28 days annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday (pro-rata)

Hybrid/Flexible Working options to support work life balance

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Virtual GP Services 24/7

Group Life Assurance

Learning and development opportunities

Regular Staff Social Events

20% Discount at the neighbouring Chesterfield Hotel

Successful candidates will be invited to interview the week commencing 30th September.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Book-Keeper/administrative responsibilities /HR

Part-time: 21 hours per week

Reports to: Director

Salary: 27,500 PA for full-time (pro rata salary)

Job Purpose:

The Bookkeeping/admin role include Managing and coordinating monthly reporting, budgeting and reforecast processes. Answering the telephone, ordering stationary. Providing back office services such as accounts payable, collection of time sheets and payroll. Monitoring cash flow, petty cash handling, paying invoices, communicating with local government finance team, HR and funding application /budgets and monitoring.

Experience of working in a medium size charity and can be work as part of a team friendly cooperative.

Key Responsibilities:

Bookkeepers are responsible for several duties related to managing financial records these responsibilities may include:

· Processing payments, invoices, income and receipts and entering data into accounting software (QuickBooks online) or databases then filing hard copies

· Preparing financial statements showing organisation income and expenditure

· Paying vendor invoices and tracking bank account balances

· Completing VAT returns (if related)

· Verifying the accuracy of business accounts and alerting the management of errors

· Recording any inconsistencies to help the Accountants reconcile inaccuracies

· Developing monthly financial statements including cash flow, profit and loss and balance sheets

· Work with purchasing to enter all PO driven invoices.

· Track employee purchases – ensure appropriate use of company credit cards.

· Work with and support Leadership Team to ensure all expenses are tracked and costs reduced

· Prepare weekly financial reports and correspondence for internal or external review

· Identify opportunities for increased efficiency, enter data for divisional budget and expenses for reporting to Leadership Team.

· File and sort documents (paper and electronically, creating consolidated reports when necessary)

· Various accounting, journal entries, and inventory adjustments.

· Set up and disposal of assets, maintain depreciation schedule

· Preparing employee wages

· Managing employee expense claims

· Helping the with administrative duties and preparing yearly accounts

· Responsible for timesheets, correct or address any payroll changes on weekly basis.

· Give out payslips, email payslips, input on-line banking and advise when submitted for approval.

· Monitor payroll on a weekly basis for any payroll deductions etc

· Prepare payroll & government returns and remittances and payments including HMRC.

Health and Safety and Human Resources:

· Reviewing charities policies and procedures, assisting manager to understand and implement these policies with their staff, to maintain the HR and Safe portals.

· Additionally, work will need to be done to improve the already systems in place

· Attending meetings & note taking

· Ensure all staff are compliant with compulsory CPD, and maintaining up to date records

· Ensuring device policies, mobile phone & laptops, are signed and uploaded onto HR for all staff in possession with a device

· Support recruitment of new staff and lead induction process

· Ensure all new starters and leavers complete all the required paperwork, and that department managers have uploaded the relevant paperwork onto the relevant system

· Human Resources include processing DBS updated

· Manage employee pension plan.

· Maintain vacation, sick leave and attendance records.

· Maintain list of employees.

This Job Description and Person Specification reflect the duties of the post as they exist at this time and may be subject to change based on the needs of the organisation. The post-holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the salary and competence requirements of this post from time to time as required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinates and assists the Lifelong Family Links with annual budget preparation process including preparation of accounting and personnel reports, document compilation and analysis, and data management.

To take part assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources; plans and development of the organisation; reviews progress and suggest changes in law as needed to Director

Participates in the development of short and long range plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for Director, reports and recommendations; coordinates department activities with other departments and agencies as needed.

Reviews and evaluates programs and services to determine how well they meet the legal requirements intent of the charity.

Support grant programs; prepares grant applications. Conducts operational effectiveness reviews and/or management audits to ensure functional or project

Skills/Experience Required :

· AAT qualified

· Previous book-keeping experience essential

· Microsoft Office suite – Excel

· QuickBooks online

· Working for a charity experience

· Funding applications experience

Fixed term (12 months), full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office

What the job involves

We’re looking for a People Operations Advisor to join our People Team on a fixed term basis. This is a great opportunity to work with a wide range of colleagues across the Charity and get to see firsthand the work carried out, to create a world where no man dies from prostate cancer.

You’ll work with managers and Heads of departments to help successfully manage, develop and retain the best people to deliver our ambitious strategic objectives. You’ll provide operational HR advice and guidance, working collaboratively to support our colleagues and management teams through a range employee life cycle activities as well as employee relations cases such probation, absence, conduct, capability, performance including flexible working.

Working with the People Partner and Operations Manager, you’ll evaluate each situation that arises using a tiered approach to case management, escalating higher tiered or complex cases to them and/or the wider People Partner team.

As a People Operations Advisor your role will support embedding good people practices across all of our directorates. Proactively contributing to the development and delivery of our planned HR programmes, including the creating and improvement of policies, procedures and guidance to ensure alignment with employment legislation and our organisational culture, values and ways of working.

You’ll contribute to the inputting and accuracy of People Data into the HRIS system, preparing and collating HR metrics and trend information for the People Partners for business reporting.

What we want from you

We’re looking for a people focused, self-motivated, HR professional, who is experienced in building effective relationships with their team, managers, and employees; comfortable in providing guidance and support employee relations issues. You’ll be CIPD qualified (level 5 of studying towards this) or with experience working at this level. You’ll have strong people skills and integrity, be able to communicate well with others and quickly build credibility. You’ll have excellent attention to detail and experience of administering and maintaining accurate records and dealing with contracts and contract changes. You may be required to support in facilitating HR training sessions and workshops. 

You’ll be able to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, an in-depth knowledge of best practice and employment law alongside a good understanding of GDPR and how they relate to communicating, storing and processing employee data.

Why work with us?
Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men – prostate cancer. It’s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year.

Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men’s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition – to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We’re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease.

Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Prostate Cancer UK, we believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to building a strong and innovative workplace, that represents, and can advocate for the communities we support. We stand against discrimination and prejudice, and we champion tolerance, fairness and equality in everything we do. This makes us stronger and helps us reach more people. We’re all here for the same reason: to give every man the power to navigate prostate cancer.

We're committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men who are at double risk. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer.

Therefore, we’re particularly interested in applications from those from marginalised and vulnerable communities. This will help us create an environment of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, where personal qualities are as important as professional experience, and our people feel seen and heard.

Ways of working

Our hybrid working approach combines the best of flexible working – a positive work/life balance, inclusive and accessible platforms, and online information at our fingertips.

Next steps
More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our ‘How to apply’ section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply.

Got a question? Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or questions – we’re here to help.

The closing date is 22 September 2024   Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time.

Interviews: By arrangement. Currently scheduled for the week of 30th September 2024.

Our vision is for a world where everyone experiencing a mental health issue receives support and respect. Join our passionate, dedicated team and make a difference today.

About the role

Every piece of data we collect holds a story, a piece of someone’s journey towards better mental health.

This is a pivotal role within the CRM and Insights team, supporting the project team in successfully migrating service user data from the existing Dynamics system to In-Form CRM. You will join us at an exciting time, as we streamline operational systems and data processes, enabling the service teams to serve our communities more efficiently and effectively.

You will be well versed in SQL and database analysis techniques, helping the project team to understand the relationships between the Dynamics entities and how the data can be best transposed into the Salesforce-based CRM, In-Form CRM.

By understanding the Solent Mind's data retention rules, you will assist in inspecting and cleansing the data to ensure that only relevant, accurate, and complete data is migrated to In-Form CRM.

As new data systems are integrated, this role will collaborate with owners of the Finance, HR and Donor Management systems to support the design of viable solutions to extract, transpose, and load data between the different systems. This role is initially offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

About you

You will be highly proficient in manipulating data using Excel and SQL, with proven experience in analysing databases to extract, transform, and load data. You’ll have a strong knowledge of data auditing techniques and processes, along with a good understanding of data management principles and compliance. You’ll be able to communicate technical concepts simply to non-technical colleagues and be comfortable working both autonomously and in a team environment.

About us

We're Solent Mind! We’re part of a network of over 100 Local Minds who tailor trusted mental health services to our communities. We set our own strategies and partnerships and rely on the support of our brilliant local fundraisers.

We collaborate with Mind to make sure their pioneering campaigns, information and research make a difference in Hampshire. Together, we make better mental health possible both locally and nationally.

Benefits

Our Gold Award for Workplace Wellbeing Index 2022/2023 and being a Mindful Employer reflects our commitment to our lively, friendly teams. We empower our people to have a voice, discover new opportunities and develop their careers. In addition to knowing you’re making a difference, you’ll also enjoy excellent benefits, including:

• Flexible working to promote a healthy work/life balance
• 25 days’ annual leave rising incrementally to 30 days per year (pro rata for part-time)
• Pension plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Season ticket and cycle-to-work scheme

If you’re ready to join the fight for mental health, visit our website to find out more and apply.  

Closing date: Friday 20 September 2024.

Interview date: w/c Monday 30 September 2024.

Posts may be subject to a relevant DBS check.

Solent Mind welcomes applications from all the communities in which we work. Appointments are made on merit.

Registered Charity No: 1081116. Registered with Limited Liability in England and Wales No: 4004500.

Fixed term (12 months), full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office

What the job involves

We’re looking for a People Operations Coordinator to join our People Team on a fixed term basis to play a vital role in providing exceptional HR support to our colleagues.

Working collaboratively with the wider People and Culture team to provide a customer focussed delivery, you’ll take ownership for all transactional processes relating to the entire employee journey, including onboarding, variations to existing terms and leavers.

Acting as a first line point of contact and provide advice on terms and conditions, employee benefits, HRIS systems, policies, and pay, staying up to date on legislative changes. You'll also be responsible for monitoring and renewing mandatory documents like visas, DBS, and NMC renewals (where required). You’ll support the process of absence management, probation, exit interviews and employee relations cases. Assisting with the monthly payroll process, you’ll update HRIS with changes impacting on payroll, as required.

Additionally, you'll manage the HR inbox, responding to queries or directing them to appropriate colleagues. You'll maintain accurate employee data, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other relevant data protection regulations.

You’ll be joining a small but busy People Operations Team in a hands-on role which focusses on providing a first-class administration and HR information service to all stakeholders. You’ll get to work with a wide range of colleagues across the Chairity and get to see firsthand the work carried out to create a world where no man dies from prostate cancer.

What we want from you

We’re looking for a people orientated, self-motivated and hands on professional, who is experienced in providing excellent operational services within a busy HR/People team. You’ll be CIPD Level 3 qualified or committed to qualifying with experience in providing excellent operations services in a busy HR/People Team.

You’ll have strong interpersonal skills and integrity, be able to communicate well with others and quickly build credibility. It’s a given that you’ll understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion when working in a trusted role with access to highly sensitive information and effectively managing a busy and varied workload won’t be anything new to you. You’ll be able to work flexibly and responsively in a fast paced and demanding environment exercising good judgment and using own initiative. You'll be a great team player and will do what’s needed to help my colleagues. As a small team we’re very supportive of each other.

With flexible digital skills, you’ll be comfortable using multiple platforms including Microsoft applications, and HRIS’ (we use CIPHR). You’ll also have a good understanding of the principles and requirements of GDPR and how they relate to communicating, storing, and processing employee data.

Why work with us?
Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men – prostate cancer. It’s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year.

Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men’s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition – to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We’re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease.

Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Prostate Cancer UK, we believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to building a strong and innovative workplace, that represents, and can advocate for the communities we support. We stand against discrimination and prejudice, and we champion tolerance, fairness and equality in everything we do. This makes us stronger and helps us reach more people. We’re all here for the same reason: to give every man the power to navigate prostate cancer.

We're committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men who are at double risk. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer.

Therefore, we’re particularly interested in applications from those from marginalised and vulnerable communities. This will help us create an environment of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, where personal qualities are as important as professional experience, and our people feel seen and heard.

Ways of working

Our hybrid working approach combines the best of flexible working – a positive work/life balance, inclusive and accessible platforms, and online information at our fingertips.

Next steps
More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our ‘How to apply’ section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply.

Got a question? Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or questions – we’re here to help.

The closing date is Sunday 22nd September 2024.  Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time.

Interviews: By arrangement. Currently scheduled for the week of Monday 30th September 2024.

Customer Service and Administration Officer

Hours: 28 to 35 hours per week

Starting salary: £25,767 (pro rata)

Location: Contractual base is our office in Chorley.

Contract: fixed term for a minimum of 12 months (potentially longer dependent on funding)

Do you want to join an organisation who are passionate about improving mental health and wellbeing for Lancashire communities? 

We’re looking for a bold and caring person to join Lancashire Mind in a new role: Customer Service and Administration Officer. You will support our range of services with administration support and provide vital customer service support to those contacting Lancashire Mind.

To succeed in the role, you will need excellent administration skills and be highly proficient in Microsoft Office and using databases. You will be warm and friendly with excellent customer service skills, often with people who may be in distress due to their mental health.

You will be flexible and adaptable with excellent time management and organisational skills. This is an exciting time as Lancashire Mind is growing and we want someone who believes in our vision of a Lancashire where everyone can have the best mental health and wellbeing possible. 

Lancashire Mind has a dedicated workplace wellbeing programme to ensure staff are supported with their own wellbeing which includes an Employee Assistance Programme, a half-day wellbeing day and wellbeing activities throughout the year.

We also offer a workplace pension scheme, paid emergency time off to care for dependents, regular supervision, and a commitment to supporting learning and development opportunities. We have also recently enhanced our annual leave offer with basic annual leave of 25 days, plus 3 days closure between xmas and new year, long service leave, the option to buy or sell annual leave and a half-day wellbeing day for all staff.

Above all, we are a friendly and supportive place to work; ‘Great staff team, positive and supportive culture’ (Lancashire Mind wellbeing survey, March 2024)

Please note: This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Deadline for applications: 9am on 23 September

Interviews will be held on 1 October

Registered Charity Number 1081427

Registered Company Number 3888655

Lancashire Mind

CASPA is a passionate local charity that encourages autistic pride, self-advocacy, life skills and safe, inclusive community connections. We aim to build a society in which autistic people feel understood and empowered to be their full self and live their best life. 

We are recruiting for an experienced Operations Officer to support the HR and Operations team to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of our core operations functions with a strategic focus on accessibility and user experience in a neurodiverse organisation. 

The Operations Officer plays a key role in the delivery of infrastructure projects and provide essential support to the effective day-to-day running of the charity and works closely with all core teams, ensuring processes operating effectively to allow CASPA to grow and adapt to the needs of our members and staff. 

The ideal candidate is a resilient, solution-focused person, able to work efficiently on their own initiative and collaboratively within a team.  

We are looking out for a team member with a proactive and person-centred approach when communicating with internal and external stakeholders, who takes pride in the quality of their work and is keen to learn and develop in their role.

They will ideally also understand CASPA’s key work areas. 

We are particularly keen to attract those with lived experience of neurodivergence and believes in the importance of nurturing a diverse team who reflect our values. 

Ability to travel in and around the Bromley area is essential to the role. 

We are a person-centred organisation that recognises the commitment and passion our staff team bring to work and their dedication to delivering impactful services and support to our members. We show our appreciation by looking after our team's wellbeing and supporting them to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We offer staff benefits such as enhanced annual leave, an Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing resources, contractual sick pay, learning and development opportunities, and more.

Mentivity is seeking an Operations & People Coordinator: Drive Our Mission and Support Our Team!

About Mentivity:

Founded in 2016 by Sayce Holmes-Lewis alongside co-founders Leon Wright and Tyson Holmes-Lewis, Mentivity is an award winning inspirational mentoring organisation and alternative educational provision that aims to provide aspirational support for young people, schools and parents through 1:1 mentoring and group conversation-based learning. Our sole quest is to offer our services to as many young people through our work. 

Main Responsibilties:​

Human Resources Management

• Oversee recruitment processes including job postings, screening, interviewing, and onboarding new employees.

• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with legal requirements and best practices.

• Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, performance management, and disciplinary actions.

• Coordinate training and development programmes to enhance staff skills and career development.

• Maintain accurate HR records and manage HR systems.

Operations Support

• Support the Chief Impact and Operations Officer in operational planning and process improvements.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment.

• Manage office administration including supplies and equipment.

• Coordinate with external service providers and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.

• Support budgeting and financial processes, including expense tracking and reporting.

• Ensure the delivery team's schedules, rosters, leave, and absences are up to date and accurately recorded.

• Communicate any issues or schedule changes to relevant staff members, including the CIOO, CCO, and Finance Coordinator.

Stakeholder Management

• Cultivate strong relationships with schools, partner organisations, and service providers to support collaborative working.

• Promote Mentivity's programmes, services, and activities to stakeholders.

• Support onboarding of schools and communicate programme impact effectively.

Recruitment Timetable:

Application deadline: Thursay 19th September 2024

Interview dates: 24th - 27th September 2024

Interview location: In-person, 50 Westmoreland Road, London, SE17 2GA

AllChild is looking for a dynamic IT and Facilities Coordinator who possesses excellent organisational and communication skills.

As an IT and Facilities Coordinator, you will report to the Workspace Manager, providing comprehensive and generalist administrative support in facilities and IT management. You will provide event coordination and HR administration, ensuring productivity and efficiency. Engaging with multiple stakeholders, you will have the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.

This is a hands-on operational role supporting our colleagues through many milestones in the employee lifecycle, from recruitment to onboarding and offboarding. You will play a key role in building a welcoming and inclusive AllChild culture.

Some of your duties will include:

• Coordinating the day-to-day operations of our office and dealing with vendors and contractors, as well as service providers.
• Being the first point of contact for our staff and our landlord and handling external queries via telephone and email.
• Managing IT provisions by purchasing equipment, managing inventories, signposting staff to our IT support company, and delivering onboarding and offboarding sessions.
• Supporting the Workspace Manager with event project management – whether meetings are onsite, offsite, remote, or in person.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: Friday, 11 October 2024.

Are you passionate about enriching the university experience for students? Do you excel in guiding student leaders and managing complex administrative processes? If so, the University of Manchester Students’ Union has an exciting opportunity for you to become our next Student Groups (Administration) Manager.

As one of the largest and most dynamic students’ unions in the UK, representing over 47,000 diverse students, we are dedicated to making student life the best it can be. We empower students to pursue their passions, connect with others, and make a meaningful impact within their communities. As the Student Groups (Administration) Manager, you will be pivotal in ensuring that our student groups have the resources, support, and guidance they need to flourish.

In this key role, you will be at the forefront of our student activities, empowering student leaders by providing them with the tools and support necessary for effective group management. Your responsibilities will include continuously improving and overseeing all administrative processes related to student groups, ensuring they are efficient, user-friendly, and scalable to meet increasing demands.

You will collaborate closely with various departments to coordinate essential resources such as room bookings, funding, and group management tools. Maintaining strong communication with students, you’ll promptly respond to their needs and ensure they have a positive experience with the Union. Additionally, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with best practices, union policies, and safeguarding the welfare of our student community, particularly in relation to risk management and legislation.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in managing administrative processes, with a proven track record of streamlining operations to enhance efficiency. Strong organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines without compromising accuracy. Effective communication is key to this role, as you will engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including students, staff, and external partners. We are seeking someone who is proactive in identifying and solving problems, always looking for ways to enhance service delivery and improve the student experience.

Furthermore, a deep commitment to our values—especially inclusivity and placing students at the centre of everything we do—is crucial. Your ability to ensure that all voices are heard and factored into decision-making processes will be fundamental to your success as Student Groups (Administration) Manager. If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of students, we encourage you to apply.

Please read the full role profile before applying, as well as our guide to recruitment.

The Learning and Development Coordinator will be the organisation’s lead on learning and development, keeping up to date with developments in Citizens Advice and the wider advice sector, ensuring that programmes of learning and development are in place across the organisation and that there is consistency in the delivery of training across the various teams.

A fantastic opportunity to shape and deliver the organisation’s learning offering for all staff members.

A busy and dynamic role which includes interaction with internal managers, staff members and external collaborators

Flexibility is a key characteristic of all our posts and the post-holder may be asked to carry out other tasks consistent with the grade from time to time.

You will have:

• CIPD qualification or working towards
• PTLLS accredited qualification
• Experience of working within a Learning and Development team both coordinating and delivering training
• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications with the ability to undertake administrative tasks and create resources electronically

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme

CV Apply Accepted

We reserve the right to close the applications earlier if suitable candidates are found, so encourage early applications.

The Group Finance Director holds a key role in the executive team in the Foundation Office of the Charity.  They are accountable for all matters relating to the UWGCF Charity finance, including the oversight of school income, endowment investments, loans, subsidiary companies, VAT, and the leadership of the Foundation finance team.  To succeed in the job, the post holder needs to build effective working relationships with independent school bursars and finance teams and link effectively with the Business managers in the state funded academies.

The UWGCF is a complex organisation, and the post holder will need to demonstrate a high level of communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to build effective and supportive working relationships with other and be prepared to engage fully in the work of the Foundation. This may mean working outside of normal working hours but most importantly means communicating and work with colleagues as part of the team.

Initially they will report to the Chair of Trustees, although following a Governance Review and further work on Foundation Strategy, the Trustees may appoint a Foundation CEO.  In the meantime the Foundation Office is led by a joint executive comprising three executives: Director of Governance and Operations, Director of HR, and Director of Finance.

For further information about this job please read the job pack attached.

Sightsavers implements projects in over 30 countries in Africa and South Asia working to eliminate avoidable blindness and promote the rights of people with disabilities.

Title: Senior Administrative Manager

Location: Haywards Heath, with a preference for 1-2 days per week in the office       

Contract: Three-year fixed term contract

Salary: £31,644 to £39,000 per annum

About the role

The primary purpose of the Senior Administrative Manager will be to support the NTD (Neglected Tropical Disease) Department in functioning effectively and efficiently. This role involves coordinating administrative and support systems, procedures, and sub-teams essential for the management of the NTD portfolio.

Background

Sightsavers’ NTD directorate oversees projects funded by various donors to control and eliminate five PC-NTDs: onchocerciasis, lymphatic filariasis, trachoma, schistosomiasis, and soil-transmitted helminths in 28 countries. These projects are executed by country office teams, ministries of health, and partners, with operational and technical support from the NTD Department.

Principal Accountabilities 

• Oversee the creation and renewal of requested consultancy agreements with Human Resources, ensuring appropriate procedures are followed and records are kept updated.
• Manage the contractual organisation of the team of internationally located technical consultants and work with the relevant Global Disease Advisor to coordinate all aspects of support missions undertaken by the them 
• Ensure professional meeting support for all external NTD meetings with donors and international partners as requested by the NTD SMT.  This includes logistics, room bookings, agendas, slides, recording, virtual participation where required and minute documentation and distribution. 

• Assemble information as required for presentations, communications and reports, and manage internal document storage systems (Microsoft SharePoint and Teams). 

• Support the Grant Directors and IFT to compile key donor milestone reports and ensure a fully functional and accessible external ShareFile system for key donor groups where required

• Support communications both within the NTD Department team and with external stakeholders through dissemination of newsletters and maintaining contact lists. 

• Using all members of the admin team, coordinate the support for all regular internal PDU calls (recurring invites, agenda sharing and minute taking).

• Provide travel support to the SMT and Grant Directors where requested. 

• Manage/supervise NTD Dept Coordinator

• Undertake additional ad-hoc administrative duties as required.

This is a highly varied and involved role and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills. Please see the Job Description for full details.

About you

The Senior Administrative Manager will have a sound experience in supporting a complex widespread team and will excel in, coordinating administrative and support systems and ensuring the effective implementation of health projects.

A small amount of international travel may be required.

Jobholder Requirements

Essential:

• Educated to A-level standard or equivalent experience
• Relevant experience in an administrative support role
• Proficiency in using programmes across the Microsoft suite
• Highly organised and proactive
• Strong administration skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks and prioritising as necessary
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

Desirable:

• Experience of working with other cultures
• An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for people with disabilities
• Logically minded and decisive
• Able to perform in a matrix management environment
• Strong team leader

Benefits 

Sightsavers offers some fantastic benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous annual leave allowance, pension, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and wellness discounts. If you choose to work in or are visiting our collaborative, modern office space, you will find it an easy 20-minute train journey from Brighton or 45 minutes from London. 

Next Steps

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.

Job Title: Global Director of People, Culture and General Counsel

Location: Remote; this role sits within our Global People & Culture Team, which provides leadership and partnership to all of our teams in Europe, Australia, Asia, and North America and we welcome applications from candidates in the locations we have staff in (India, Australia, UK, Spain, France, Sweden, Germany, US).

Reports to: Executive Director

Employment type: Full-time (non-exempt in the US)

Hours per week: 35-40 hours (depending on local employment laws)

Compensation: Salaries at CPI are non-negotiable to counter inequity; starting salary based on  10+ years of experience and region of residence (to match our current 2024 salary bands)

Closing: October 2, 23:59 Central Daylight Time

About the Centre for Public Impact (CPI):

At the Centre for Public Impact, we believe in the potential of government to bring about better outcomes for people. We are a global not-for-profit organisation, founded by the Boston Consulting Group, who serve as a learning partner for governments, public servants and the diverse network of changemakers who are leading the charge to reimagine government so that it works for everyone.

We are a small organisation, but our global footprint is expansive. Along with the Europe team, we have a team in Australia/ Aotearoa New Zealand, Asia and North America. We are all aligned by the Global Hub operational team who provides people & culture, operational, finance, and communications partnership across the regions.

Our Values: 

• Curiosity - We champion exploration and creativity.

• Courage - We are authentic and brave in our decisions and actions.

• Collaboration - We share power and work together.

• Empathy - We embrace others’ perspectives and experiences.

• Equity - We disrupt systemic barriers to shift power.

Position Overview: 

At CPI, we believe that our people are at the heart of our success. We are looking for a Global Director of People, Culture, and General Counsel who will champion a people-centred approach to drive our organisational culture, foster development, and prioritise diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). In this dual role, you will lead our global HR function, supporting employee relations and engagement, while also serving as our in-house legal counsel on matters related to policies, contracts, global operations, and employee relations across our international footprint. 

Our belief in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) is not just a buzzword - a core part of our mission. We seek a director who not only shares this commitment but also embodies it in their leadership. This role will be crucial in shaping our DEIB initiatives, driving strategic people and culture efforts. This is a critical role to ensure that CPI continues to be a place where people thrive, feel valued, and supported.

Key Responsibilities:

• Global People & Culture Strategy:

  • Oversee the development and implementation of CPI’s global People & Culture strategy, ensuring alignment with CPI’s mission, values, and organisational goals.

  • Lead the advancement of people and culture systems, processes, and practices across all regions, fostering a sense of belonging across all.

  • Partner with regional leaders to tailor strategies that reflect local contexts while maintaining global consistency.

  • Align the people and culture strategy with CPI’s overall strategic goals, ensuring that the organisation’s talent and culture are key drivers of its success.

• Employee Experience and Engagement

  • Lead efforts to enhance employee engagement and well-being across all CPI regions, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

  • Oversee talent management strategies, including recruitment, retention, and succession planning, ensuring we attract and retain top talent.

  • Oversee the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring a positive experience for all CPI employees, from onboarding to offboarding.

• Strategic DEIB Leadership

  • Lead and enhance our global DEIB strategy, embedding it into all aspects of CPI’s operations and culture.

  • Serve as a senior advisor to the executive team on DEIB matters, providing insights and strategies to promote an inclusive culture.

  • Cultivate a supportive and inclusive work environment focused on staff well-being and psychological safety.

  • Drive change management efforts, particularly in building robust DEIB and people and culture infrastructures.

• Legal Counsel

  • Provide legal counsel on employment law, contracts, global operations, and labour issues, ensuring compliance across CPI’s international operations.

  • Manage risk by providing strategic legal advice related to global policies, contracts, and employee matters.

  • Ensure that all legal documentation and contracts are aligned with CPI’s values, ensuring ethical and equitable standards are maintained across the organisation.

  • Serve as the primary point of contact with external law firms across multiple regions, ensuring effective coordination and management of legal matters worldwide. 

• Organisational Development and Policy Creation

  • Lead organisational development initiatives that promote growth, learning, and adaptability within our teams.

  • Create, review, and update global People and Culture policies and procedures that align with local labour laws and best practices across different regions.

  • Regularly assess the effectiveness of organisational structures and recommend adjustments that support CPI’s long-term goals.

• Leadership and Collaboration

  • Continuously innovate and improve CPI’s People & Culture practices, drawing on global best practices and emerging trends.

  • Collaborate with global teams to assess the effectiveness of our People & Culture ensuring our People & Culture initiatives are aligned globally and culturally relevant locally.

  • Collaborate with regional and global teams to ensure alignment and cohesion across different offices and cultural contexts.

  • Build and nurture cross-functional partnerships to drive strategic initiatives that enhance both organisational culture and operational effectiveness.

The person we are looking for will:

• Have 10+ years of experience of People & Culture and DEIB experience, particularly in the non-profit/charity/social impact space. 

• Hold at least 5 years of experience in a legal counsel or similar role, advising on HR-related legal matters.

• Possess a Juris Doctor (JD) and be licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

• Have significant experience in nonprofit law, including the development, review, and negotiation of contracts, compliance with relevant regulations, and governance.

• Be a people-focused leader with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for fostering positive, inclusive workplaces.

• Be committed to actively cultivating a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.

• Have a track record of successfully developing and implementing people strategies that align with organisational goals.

• Be a strategic thinker with the ability to balance day-to-day HR responsibilities with long-term cultural and organisational development goals.

• Have experience working in a global organisation, with an understanding of the complexities of international organisations, labour laws, and HR practices.

• Possess excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to provide sound legal advice in complex situations.

• Exhibit flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to navigate change and lead in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Have high integrity, with the ability to hold confidential information and conversations tightly.

• Have excellent interpersonal skills, including feeling confident building new relationships, and negotiating challenging conversations with directness and kindness at all levels of the organisation. 

• Be comfortable with ambiguity and the complexity of our work, where anything is possible but not always known in advance

• Be committed to exploring and experimenting with different ways of working and how to build our culture into something we are all proud of.

Salary, Benefits, and How to Apply

At the Centre for Public Impact, we are committed to countering pay inequality and recently completed a global compensation benchmarking process to ensure that we're paying our staff fairly and well for the roles that they hold and therefore, salaries at CPI are non-negotiable. Salary rises with experience, which includes work experience, educational experience, and lived experience.

CPI offers comprehensive benefits to its employees including a range of high-quality health, dental, and vision plans for individuals; employer contribution as applicable; 1,500 per year in dedicated professional development funds; generous paid leave and public holidays; paid parental leave and extended illness leave; and a year-end organisation-wide closure. We are a remote-first organisation and anticipate this position will require approximately 15% domestic and international travel.

To advance our purpose of reimagining government so that it works for everyone, CPI seeks to attract and support a diversity of backgrounds, experience, talent and thought. For this reason, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. This includes candidates that have previously found it hard to be considered for other positions on the basis of their qualifications, disabilities, personal background or life events. If you would like to apply for the position but see a barrier to joining us, please do apply and we will work with you to find a solution. You can also read our full Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy here.

We are using Applied in order to reduce bias in our hiring process and ensure that we are shortlisting candidates based on their skills and ideas. Please note that we do not ask for a cover letter and instead, the application requires four paragraph-length answers. Your application will be anonymised for review. Although we ask for your CV, it will not be looked at until further down the process. Please apply by the closing date of October 2, 23:59 Central Daylight Time as the portal closes automatically and we will not be able to reopen it.

CPI is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.