Closing Date: Midnight on 24/07/2020
Location: Can be based in any of our UK offices but must be willing to travel when required
The Prince’s Trust recognises the huge opportunity to change and adapt technologically as an organisation to support our workforce and respond to the needs of young people at a time when they need us the most.
The Chief Technology Officer is a new role on the Executive Committee (ExCo) of The Prince’s Trust reporting to the UK Chief Executive. This is an exciting time of change for The Prince’s Trust as it is a crucial point in the evolution of the role of technology both in how we work with young people and in enabling our workforce.
In response to Covid-19 we have enhanced and developed our digital support for young people, the intention is to continue this innovation as part of a blended approach to further strengthen the Trust’s ability to help young people in a post-Covid world. The one thing that is certain is that the future has ambiguity – you must be comfortable with that ambiguity in leading the development of the digital technology strategy for all our Stakeholders.
For more information and the full breakdown of responsibilities and requirements, please go to our website.
Who are ExCo?:
ExCo are responsible for the leadership, strategy and priorities of the organisation, for the delivery of the business plan and budget, and for the overall-day-to day running of The Prince’s Trust. ExCo comprises of the UK CEO, Deputy CEO, Chief Financial Officer, Director of People and Learning, Director of Fundraising, and the Group General Counsel.
As our Chief Technology Officer, you will be accountable for all technical digital resources of The Trust and will provide long term direction and leadership for the use of technology.
Why we need a Chief Technology Officer:
This year we aim to support more than 70,000 young people through a range of proven core programmes, with three in four achieving a positive outcome.
We have a bold ambition to extend the reach and impact of our work and help one million more young people transform their lives over the next ten years. Our job is to inspire them, support them and release their potential, so that they can thrive and society can prosper.
We will focus on innovation, to ensure we adapt and remain relevant in a rapidly changing world. We owe it to ourselves and the young people we serve, to do the best work of our lives and to help give them an increasing stake in our economy and society. They are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us.
Perks for working at The Trust:
- Great holiday package. 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
- Fantastic Family leave. Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest free season ticket loans
- Benefits platform. Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The Prince’s Trust Awards, active events etc.
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
The Prince's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.
We are committed to equality and believe in building a diverse organisation that is representative of and responsive to the needs of our young people and stakeholders.
A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
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Req ID: 421
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Since 1991, The Big Issue has fought poverty by creating opportunities and supporting people to take control of their lives.
As part of the development of The Big Issue Group’s (TBIG’s) joint Social Impact Framework (SIF) we are now looking to recruit an Impact Manager. The Impact Manager will be based in the Big Issue Invest Impact Team with the exciting role in the developing the SIF in line with the Group’s new strategy.
The Role
Working across TBIG the Impact Manager will develop buy in for the SIF and support colleagues to establish clear and effective impact management approaches to understand our social, economic and environmental impact. This includes ensuring quality data collection, analysis and reporting systems.
The IM will work closely with the Big Issue Invests’ Head of Impact to build the SIF based on the experience to date of Big Issue Invest. Critically, the SIF must work both to support the internal impact information needs of the business and provide reporting for external funders and stakeholders of the Big Issue.
For a full job description including the summary of skills, qualities and experience required for the role please download from the link below.
Salary and Benefits
- We offer a salary commensurate with the third sector, which can be confirmed on request
- Incremental holiday entitlement starting at 25 days per year plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff) plus paid leave to care for a sick child or grandchild and a sick or elderly relation
- Incremental sick pay starting at 5 days per rolling year
- Enhanced contribution to our workplace pension
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Training and development opportunities including an open learning library and management training schemes
- Health benefits include life cover, a health Cashplan scheme which provides access to counselling and a range of therapies
Please note that we reserve the right to review and amend our staff benefits and they do not form part of any contract of employment.
Workplace details
This role will preferably be based at one of our main Big Issue offices in London (Finsbury Park office), Glasgow, Cardiff or Birmingham. Home working arrangements will be considering. Following covid-19, you will need to travel within the UK on occasion.
Due to the current situation with Covid-19 our main offices are currently closed but we are fully equipped for flexible home working until the offices re-open fully and beyond.
Closing date: 10th July 2020
The Big Issue Group is striving towards Equal Opportunities
We particularly welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our sector, such as women in senior roles, and people with disabilities and from Black and Minority Ethnic communities.
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Fixed term contract to 31 March 2021
(potential extension, subject to funding)
Volunteer Manager
Ref: V271
Hours/Days per week: 35/5
Salary: £22,668
Location: Motherwell
Closing date: 5pm – Friday 31 July 2020
Interview date - Location: w/c 6 August 2020 or 13 August 2020 - TBC
Overview
Volunteering Matters are looking for a talented, dynamic and professional Volunteer Manager to join our Delivery Team in Scotland. We are looking for someone who can work flexibly while demonstrating an understanding and commitment to our organisational values.
The main focus of this role is on the day to day coordination of the North Lanarkshire Befriending Project. You will attract, recruit, train, support and match volunteers with children and young people, work in partnership with social work teams, schools and others. You will assist to develop the programme and report on the projects activities and work.
As a key member of the Volunteering Matters staff team in Scotland, the Volunteer Manager may also be involved in the delivery of other programmes across the country. This includes the Clackmannanshire Befriending Project, our Volunteers Supporting Families project, Action Earth and our Full Time Volunteering Programme.
The Volunteer Manager will report to the Delivery Leader for Scotland and Northern England.
Appointment to this position is subject to PVG disclosure checks. Having a conviction will not necessarily cause a bar to employment.
About us
At Volunteering Matters we use volunteering’s unique power to bring people together and build stronger, more resilient communities across the UK.
We bring people together to resolve some of society’s most complex issues. From social isolation and loneliness; improving health and wellbeing; building skills, confidence and opportunity; to ensuring young people can become change makers in their community, the impact that we make is great. And we won’t stop until everyone in the UK has the opportunity to thrive.
People-led and impact driven, we’re a national charity that is deeply embedded in local areas across the UK. We operate in five regions: London and the South East; Wales and the West of England; East of England; the Midlands and North West England; and Scotland and North East England. We also have an Employee Volunteering Team with over 25 years’ experience, acting as a broker to provide tailor-made solutions to employers.
This is an exciting time to be joining the team. We’re changing the way we work to meet new ambitions and make sure our impact continues to grow alongside our business.
In return for your commitment we offer 25 days holiday per year (FTE) plus discretionary festive leave + public holidays. We also offer a 3% employer pension contribution, flexible working opportunities and enhanced employee benefits.
To view or to download the JD and the monitoring form click the link ‘Apply on Website’
To Apply please send your CV and supporting statement with a completed monitoring form to the email address available via the link ‘Apply on Website’.
Your supporting statement is of equal importance to us as your CV and is a key part of our shortlisting process. It is an opportunity for you to outline your experience and credentials directly to the details of the post.
Volunteering Matters is committed to the provision of equal opportunities in employment and accordingly wishes to ensure that no job applicant is treated less favourably on unjustifiable grounds. To assist in the monitoring of our performance in relation to equal opportunities you are requested to complete the enclosed monitoring form. The questionnaire is for statistical purposes only. Upon receipt it will be separated from your CV and cover letter and will not form part of the selection process.
Please note: Due to the volume of applications we receive if we have not contacted you by the interview date it means that on this occasion we are unable to take your application further.
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