Director of Programmes & Partnerships: Leadership role at an innovative NGO to tackle the causes of global deforestation.

>>>> Introduction

Global Canopy is an innovative environmental organisation that targets the market forces driving two thirds of tropical deforestation worldwide. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a deforestation-free global economy - through improved transparency, innovative finance and strategic communications. Since 2001, we have catalysed new thinking and action by leading governments, companies and investors worldwide.

We are recruiting a Programmes and Partnerships Director to help lead in the areas of Programme Strategy and planning, Development of new programme areas, and external relationships and fundraising – as well as playing a central role in the management of the organisation.

Full details are in our recruitment pack.

>>>> Overview

The Programmes and Partnerships Director is the lead accountable person for the strategic focus, sustainability and impact of Global Canopy’s Programmes.

Your role will be to effectively operationalise the Global Canopy’s strategy into programmes which are well resourced, well managed, and that deliver their expected outcomes. This will require an outward-facing orientation, maximising our ability as an organisation to enable, influence and increase accountability for the private and public sector organisations that we target.

You will have an exciting combination of responsibilities, building out the structures to ensure high quality delivery in line with agreed objectives, coaching and mentoring staff, and supporting the organisation’s ongoing development. You will add value to discussions around organisational structure, helping Global Canopy to improve collaboration between programmatic teams to effectively and efficiently deliver high quality work.

You will be someone who naturally builds positive relationships across the organisation, able to work collaboratively and create buy-in through influence and persuasion. You will be adaptable – flexing your approach to different situations and people. Some programmes need close support to develop, while established programmes need both space to deliver, and supportive challenge and help to learn and improve.

As a member of the management team, you will play a leading role in setting the culture of the organisation and living Global Canopy’s values. You will have shared responsibility for our organisational capability and ensuring that Global Canopy continues to evolve according to the strategy that you will help to set. You will attend quarterly board meeting – with accountability for programme implementation and impact.

Partnerships are at the heart of how Global Canopy works and key to maximising our impact. This includes both funding partnerships – taking a lead role on working with large institutional funders – as well as the key institutional partnerships that are central to delivering our programmes and achieving change.

>>>> Responsibilities :

1) Programme strategy and planning – 20%

• Programmatic strategy, planning and impact - responsible for ensuring each programme has effective programme design, planning, monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Ensuring risks to delivery, impact  and financial performance are understood and well managed, reporting back to SMT and Board as appropriate.

2) Development of new programme areas – 25%

• Development of new programme areas in line with Global Canopy’s strategic goals. Collaborative programme design from concept to implementation.

3) External Representation & fundraising – 25%

• Programmatic funding – building and maintaining strong relationships with donors, setting targets and overseeing the funding pipeline.
• External representation for Global Canopy as an institution, and for its major programmes.
• Creating and maintaining strong networks with relevant stakeholders, funders, and other organisations to help achieve our goals.

4) Management – 30%

• Resourcing, capability and structure of the programmes team including line management of relevant programme staff.
• Developing a culture of impact and learning and embedding this across the programmes team.
• Member of GC’s Management team, with shared responsibility for overall organisational success.

>>>>Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Able to think strategically, and operationalise strategic plans
• Able to manage and oversee diverse programmes of activities, including creation of appropriate planning, reporting and monitoring processes.
• Experience of building relationships, and working in close partnerships with other organisations to leverage impact, increase delivery and raise funds.
• Experience of communications, outreach and advocacy, achieving impact by influencing and enabling other organisations.
• Able to build, develop and manage diverse & high performing teams. Management within a matrix organisation; able to inspire teams to collaborate on complex projects.
• Communication skills, across the organisation and with donors and stakeholders at the highest level.
• Knowledge of project management frameworks, and best practice in monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Experience in developing, managing and leading programmes within an NGO setting
• Experience working on global projects and with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Experience in several of the following areas: forests and climate change, sustainability, international development, and achieving change in the private sector.
• Prepared to travel overseas.

Essential Behavioural Competencies:

• Coaching and mentoring approach.
• Builds positive relationships.
• Works collaboratively, creating buy-in through influence and persuasion.
• Able to challenge in a supportive way, helping others to learn
• Solutions/Action oriented; able to focus on results, not get distracted and to see work through to completion.

Desirable:

• Knowledge/Experience of working with the finance sector, especially on sustainability

>>>> How to apply

To apply for the position, please send an up-to date CV and covering letter

The covering letter should explain your motivation for the role, and how your skills and experience fit the person specification. (Please no more than 2 sides A4, mentioning where you first saw the role advertised).

The closing date for applications is Thursday 3rd October at 9am.

Interviews are provisionally planned for Thursday 10th October 2019 in Oxford.

If you have any questions about the position, then please contact Zuzka Majcova at Global Canopy. Contact details are availble in the recruitment pack, and on our website.

Applicant data will be managed in accordance with the policy which can be found on Global Canopy’s website

Head of Marketing, Communications & Income Generation

We are a vibrant, local charity that has been serving the local community for over 130 years through inclusive programmes in health & wellbeing, childcare, housing and youth work. We are passionate about providing opportunities to those who are most in need.

YMCA Thames Gateway is recruiting for a Head of Marketing, Communications & Income Generation who will lead the development and management of marketing, communications, sales and fundraising strategies that will support income generation and increase the visibility of the work of YMCA Thames Gateway.

The ideal candidate must have experience across a range of communications disciplines, including media relations, marketing and social media, ideally in voluntary non-profit/ sector, as well as experience of overseeing fundraising/ PR events and handling complex PR/ crisis issues.

We are looking for someone who is an effective communicator, is tactful and has good diplomacy skills, resourceful and creative, a friendly open manner, has a proven track record of successfully working with and influencing media and key decision makers and is able to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders. We need someone who will carry the YMCA banner proudly, who can represent us to other companies and professional bodies.

If you are interested and believe you have the relevant skills and experience for the role, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

1. Location: YMCA Thames Gateway, All sites including Romford and Dartford
2. Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
3. Rate of pay: £45,154 - £53,035 p.a. depending on experience and qualifications
4. Benefits: – Free Gym Membership and discounted family memberships, 50% discount on YMCA provided childcare, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, HSF Health Cash Plan, Perkbox, Generous Pension contributions and Life Assurance Scheme etc.
5. Closing date: – Monday 30 September at Midday

YMCA Thames Gateway is serious about safeguarding; this role will be subject to a standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Head of Strategic Communications & Engagement
Fixed Term (12 Months - Covering Family Leave)
£60,000 - £63,000

In this critical communications role, you’ll work closely with leadership to help employees feel informed, listened to and valued, creating an army of passionate ambassadors that can effectively champion everything Macmillan does for people affected by cancer in the UK.

Working closely with colleagues in HR, and Strategy Delivery, you’ll lead the embedding of a new employee engagement strategy, ensuring the right messages reach the right people at the right time and in the right way.

A strategic thinker and strong storyteller, you'll apply intelligence, insight and influence to lead a team in the development and delivery of compelling internal campaigns and events to support the delivery of Macmillan’s corporate strategy and change programmes.

Your stakeholders work across and outside the organisation and you will possess fantastic relationship building and influencing skills, enabling you to understand and connect with colleagues from front line operations to business support functions, people living with cancer and the health and social care professionals that support them.

You will have a demonstrable track record of leading a large and innovative engagement and internal communications function which has delivered clear value to the organisation and an inspirational leader with the strong relationship building skills needed to influence people at all levels of the organisation.

If you fit the bill, then you’ll probably see your reward in all you can achieve within the role. But we also offer a range of benefits including private medical insurance, life assurance, pension, generous annual leave and interest-free loans for season ticket and gym membership.

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Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to change the closing date of our vacancies.

We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths so we seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool, reflecting the diverse nature of our society. 

We will support you throughout the recruitment process with any reasonable adjustments required in accordance with the Equality Act. Please contact the Recruitment Team if you require support.

Saferworld is an inspiring independent organisation that works internationally to prevent and reduce the impact of violent conflict, and support people in building safer lives

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Head of Funding to join our team and oversee current funding operations while Saferworld reviews its organisational fundraising approach and priorities to reflect a changing international development context. We welcome a candidate with an entrepreneurial spirit, who shares our values, and is willing to be hands-on and ready to work collaboratively with and across programme teams. Following this period of reassessment we will recruit for a full-time position, permanent contract. 

The post holder will inspire creative joined-up thinking, which will require an experienced and innovative individual with an entrepreneurial spirit, who shares our values and is willing to be hands-on and ready to work collaboratively with and across programme teams.  The person we are looking for will have experience of transforming income performance and developing and delivering on fundraising strategies coupled with a record in confidently developing networks, building alliances and nurturing ideas and relationships with individuals, new collaborators and funders – including avenues for income generation.

The Head will maintain regular engagement with the senior management team to ensure organisational fundraising, income generation and grant management priorities are being monitored and addressed and will be an  active member of Saferworld’s organisational management team and help shape ideas and thinking as the organisation embarks on the next phase of its future development and growth, including contributions to emerging shifts in our fundraising strategy. 

TPP is currently partnering with a leading international health charity to recruit for a Head of Fundraising. The role is permanent, paying £55,000 to £69,000 and based in Brighton.

The charity is very well established and works in more than 40 countries offering a range of health support and services, along with tackling human rights.

The Role

You will be responsible for generating a portfolio of income totalling over $2 million per annum. This comes from a range of income streams including trusts & grants, corporate partnerships, major donors and the general public. You will have people management responsibility whereby you will lead and inspire three fundraising managers. Additionally, you will oversee, implement and periodically review the current fundraising strategy working closely with trustees.

Person Specification

To be successful in this role, you will have a track record of developing significant income across multi-income streams. You will also have experience of leading teams and be comfortable working in a matrix environment. You will possess sound communications skills, oral and written, to build compelling cases for support, and develop sound meaningful relationships with external/internal stakeholders.

How to Apply

Closing date - 24th September

If you are interested in this role or wish to register with TPP to hear about future posts, please call Patrick on 020 7198 6040 or send your CV to [email protected]

£55,000 - £57,000 per annum, depending on experience

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Permanent

Based at Counting House, London Bridge

What the job involves

We have an exciting opportunity for a senior major gift fundraiser to join the team as Head of Philanthropy. This is a fantastic time to join as we plan for accelerated income growth over the coming years in line with our engagement strategy. We know we have the ingredients to create even more long-lasting relationships with supporters, using our audience focussed, insight-led approach and our focus on customer experience. We are looking for someone who is passionate about inspiring high value supporters about the work of Prostate Cancer UK, developing exceptional supporter relationships.

What we want from you

We are looking for an experienced fundraising professional with a track record of growing income from major donors and trusts, and a creative approach to designing an engagement strategy and plan for these audiences that leaves them feeling uplifted by the experience.

You will be a proactive individual with a high level of emotional intelligence and strong influencing skills, as you forge and maintain relationships with individuals in senior positions, such as trustees. You will also be a strong people manager and will lead and develop your team effectively. We will expect you to be highly collaborative and people focused, able to work well across teams to spot opportunities and generate commitment and enthusiasm for your work.

You will take a lead on exciting new major giving initiatives, such as the feasibility of a major fundraising appeal, as well as ensuring our approach to high value fundraising is strategically focussed and coherent.

Why work for us?

We have a simple ambition – to stop men dying from prostate cancer. Through shifting the science over the next 10 years to focus on radical improvements in diagnosis, treatment, prevention and support, we can make prostate cancer a disease the next generation of men need not fear. Be part of a team that will put an end to prostate cancer being a killer.

The support we’ll provide

Join our team and you’ll be working at an award-winning charity that will help you learn, develop your skills and expertise, and achieve your highest aspirations. We provide everything you’d expect from a professional organisation – competitive benefits package, contributory pension scheme, life insurance and season ticket loan – but much more besides. Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we fight for a better future for men.

Closing date: midnight, 13th October 2019.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prostate Cancer UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1005541) and in Scotland (SC039332). Registered company number 02653887.

My client is a leading healthcare charity in the UK who has exceeded expectations in growth and impact over the last couple of years. The Finance function are actively seeking a passionate and credible Business Partner to take on a pivotal role in the organisation, managing the Finance Business Partnering team.

Responsibilities:

• lead and actively develop our finance business partnering function
• Meet monthly demands and month end deadlines, whilst also working flexibly throughout the year to focus on different projects and tasks.
• Support, develop and manage the team so they can perform to their best
• Be a role model in managing risk, maximising income and keeping strategic oversight of activities.

Person specification:

• A qualified accountant
• A talented Business Partner
• A highly skilled communicator with a talent for writing in plain English
• Proactive, curious, enthusiastic and someone who enjoys making improvements and wants to develop and make a difference at a thriving Charity
• Able to work in a demanding environment.

Our client is the official charity of a Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, currently the top performing hospital trust in the UK.

The Hospital was the first hospital in the UK to lay an arts and design manifesto as part of its building plans. The Trust’s hospitals and clinics benefit significantly from the value of integrating the arts, design and technology into its patient care pathways. All of which supports the physical, mental, and emotional recovery of patients; fosters a stress-reducing environment for caregivers; improves workplace satisfaction and employee retention.  

The Senior Development Manager, Arts in Health will be responsible for attracting a new generation of supporters and partners to ensure the Charity and NHS Foundation Trust continue to be an exemplar of Arts in Health. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of success in securing philanthropic gifts from major benefactors together with experience of developing inspiring campaign messaging combined with expertise in relationship management, outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and a passion for the power of Art to improve health and well-being.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to grow and diversify their career, gaining exposure to the work of emerging and established artists and developing high level relationships with major donors, leading clinicians, researchers and influencers. 

This role is a full-time role, with flexibility to work from home up to one day per week.

For further information, including details of how to apply, please click the ‘Apply on Website' button. You will be redirected to the Execucare website

Our client is the official charity of a Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, currently the top performing hospital trust in the UK.

This NHS Foundation Trust has been at the forefront of innovation ever since its inception, with many hospital ‘firsts’ in the areas of A&E, brain tumour extraction, radiation therapy, anaesthesia and it was the first Trust to trial a smartphone linked electrocardiogram recorder to reduce stroke risk.

The Senior Development Manager, Innovation will be responsible for stewarding and expanding the portfolio of donors to the charity’s Innovation programme. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of success in securing philanthropic gifts from major benefactors together with experience of producing inspiring campaign messages, expertise in relationship management, outstanding interpersonal and communication skills combined with a passion for innovation in healthcare.

The role of Senior Development Manager, Innovation is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to further their career, developing high level relationships with major donors, leading clinicians, researchers and influencers, and to work on a range of inspirational projects that will shape the future of NHS healthcare.

This role is full-time role, with flexibility to work from home up to one day per week.

For further information, including details of how to apply, please click the ‘Apply on Website' button. You will be redirected to the Execucare website

This is an exciting opportunity within a new and growing foundation. We are looking for an experienced candidate able to support and develop our three strategic aims of conservation, science and story-telling centred on EDGE species, through a combination of grant-making and commissioning. You will also actively support our wider operations as we establish ourselves in this sector. Able to work independently and with initiative, and with experience in either grant-making or conservation practice (ideally both), you will help us develop ourselves as a 21st century funder, changing the outlook for EDGE species and inspiring positive engagement.  

You will have: 

• A university degree in a field relevant to conservation, science, story-telling or philanthropy; a post-graduate degree would be an asset; 
• Significant experience (7-10 years) in of one or more of the following: biodiversity conservation, grant-making and the philanthropic sector, conservation communications/education; 
• An understanding of phylogenetic diversity and knowledge of evolutionarily distinct and globally endangered species would be a significant advantage; 
• Experience in designing, leading and implementing successful projects with partners; 
• Experience in planning, strategy development and delivery would be an advantage; 
• Experience of budgetary and financial management; 
• Excellent research, analytical and writing skills, including in risk assessment, evaluation of potential projects and organisational success; 
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, networking skills, project and people management experience and able to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures; 
• Strong computer skills; 
• Fluency in spoken and written English, knowledge of other languages is an asset; 
• Ability to work independently, with initiative, and remotely, flexible to the needs of a new and growing organisation; 
• Highly organised and able to develop organisational systems as and when needed, able to track and work to multiple deadlines;
• Demonstrated commitment to the values and aspirations of On the EDGE Conservation;

You must already have the right to live and work in the UK for this role. This role will be based in London, allows remote working, will require some UK travel and may require international travel. The salary range for this permanent, full-time role is between £40,000 - £50,000 per annum depending on experience, plus benefits. Although still in our early stages and with a small team, On the EDGE Conservation aims to be a diverse and inclusive employer that values and respects all of our staff. Benefits include 15% employer pension contribution, health insurance stipend, and the facility for flexible and remote working.  

Please review the full description of this role, including how to apply, at our website.

Deadline for applications: midnight on Sunday 13th October

Fixed Term Contract 1 year (Maternity Cover)

Citizens Advice offers confidential advice online, over the phone, and in person, for free. Through our national network of charities, we give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward – whoever they are, and whatever their problem.

Business Change Managers support the organisation to successfully embed lasting change by playing key roles in our transformation programmes. You will work specifically on a large programme of work called the Future of Support, through which we are seeking to transform the way we provide support to the network of local Citizens Advice. You’ll work alongside a programme director, programme manager, business analysts, user researchers, service designers and a range of subject matter experts, including advisers and volunteers, to understand the needs of local Citizens Advice and design improved services accordingly.

As well as bringing extensive change management experience, including knowledge of current methodologies and tools and their practical application, we are also looking for someone who is accomplished in project and programme management and who can assist with overseeing and driving the delivery of project teams. The programme draws on many of the principles and rituals of Agile and experience of this approach would be advantageous. You’ll also need strong analytical and judgement skills and be adept at building effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels.

Closing date: 30/09/2019

Interview date: 10 & 11 October 2019

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates. We are a member of the race equality campaign at Business in the Community, the Prince’s responsible business network and are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities across the UK. We also welcome applications from, LGB and Trans and non binary candidates.

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in role profiles.

General Counsel and Company Secretary

Permanent

c.£70,000 per annum

Living Planet Centre Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL

As a senior legal professional this is the time to join the world’s leading independent conservation organisation and make your mark as our General Counsel and Company Secretary. We have a bold new strategy and a critical mission to fund and influence systemic change that will ultimately make the continued destruction of nature unacceptable. You can now be part of the senior leadership team focused on making this happen.

As General Counsel and Company Secretary you will lead our ‘Corporate Services’ team, manage a budget of around £450k and ensure we continue to comply with all relevant laws and regulations. You will also advise on the management and mitigation of risk, guarantee governance processes as well as the effective administration of the Board and Committees.

This is a unique opportunity to use your expertise to ensure the provision of commercial/corporate legal and governance advice to the organisation and senior stakeholders. You will act as gatekeeper for the Charity Commission and Companies House, take responsibility for data protection and GDPR compliance and work with the leadership team to ensure business continuity plans are in place. Vital will be the ability to lead and develop a high-performing and motivated Corporate Services team to deliver a service that meets business needs. You will also assist in the drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts as well as maintain up to date statutory records held by regulatory bodies.

You must have operated in a Governance/Company Secretary role and gained experience of advising leadership, Board members and Committees on corporate and legal affairs. A qualified lawyer, you will hold a current practicing certificate and ideally an ICSA qualification. You will possess detailed knowledge of charity, fundraising, company and contract law too. You will also be good at synthesising complex information, regulations and policies and translate into impactful advice and communications and providing best fit solutions according to organisational needs.

Highly organised, you will have an eye for detail and well-developed analytical abilities as well as the expertise to motivate and develop direct reports. Critically, you will favour a collaborative working style and possess outstanding interpersonal, influencing and communication skills.

How to Apply

If you are committed to the natural world and possess the skills to deliver the highest standards of governance and business assurance, please click on the link and apply via our website. Complete the online registration and submit a copy of your up to date CV with cover letter highlighting what makes you a good fit for us.

At WWF-UK we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits to encourage a work life balance.

Our world needs you like never before. We are the first generation to know we are destroying the world and we could be the last that can do anything about it. We’re looking for people who are passionate about making it politically, socially and economically unacceptable to destroy our planet’s natural resources. We need you to join us in the fight for our world.

Closing Date: 6th October 2019

Global Canopy is an innovative environmental organisation that targets the market forces destroying tropical forests.

Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a deforestation-free global economy – through improved transparency, innovative finance and strategic communications. Since 2001, we have catalysed new thinking and action by leading governments, companies and investors worldwide.

We employ 35 people mainly based in our office in central Oxford with smaller teams based around the world. As an entrepreneurial think-tank, seeking to tackle deforestation differently, our team is the key to our success.

Reporting to the CEO, the Development Director will have the opportunity to develop and deliver a fundraising strategy from trust, foundation and philanthropy sources.

We are excited by our nascent giving circle, which has high potential due to our engaged and active network of trustees and supporters, and is timely due to the current global interest in the environment. 

We also have a stable of established trust & foundation relationships that need nurturing and growing.

The role of Development Director will be pivotal to our success. This is a stunning opportunity to be working for an organisation at the very forefront of the conservation movement, helping to shape its future as part of our dynamic management team.

If you are an experienced major donor fundraiser, also able to lead trust and foundation fundraising – and have a passion for the environment, we want to hear from you.

Please click through to the job pack for further information and contact information if you would like a confidential conversation.

*Closing date: 14th October 2019 9am

*Location: Oxford or part working from home

*Full time, part time or consultancy (3 to 5 days per week)

*Salary: Negotiable on experience, upwards of £50,000 pro rata

• We are looking for a Director of Communications to join the Smart Works team, helping us to ensure more women succeed at interview and go on to get their job.
• Smart Works is a UK charity that empowers women to succeed at their job interview. 
• Women come to us when they have an interview lined up and need support to get through it. They can be vulnerable and have often struggled to get into employment for a number of months.
• We give them a complete outfit of clothes and accessories (theirs to keep) and an hour of interview training, enabling them to start believing in their own ability to succeed.
• Smart Works has a team of over 300 trained volunteers who work with our clients.
• We have helped over 15,000 women since our launch six years ago, from centres in North and West London, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Reading.
• Our eighth centre is scheduled to open in Leeds in November 2019.
• 64% of the women we help get the job.
• We recently launched our latest initiative, the Smart Set capsule collection with our Royal Patron, HRH the Duchess of Sussex. The collection represents a new and collaborative approach to charitable giving, bringing together a powerful community of designers, retailers and customers who are united in a desire to empower women.
• We are at an incredibly exciting stage of our growth, both in terms of our media profile and number of UK centres, and now require a Director of Communications to help us with the next stage of our journey.

About you

• The right candidate will have a natural affinity with our purpose and mission, be familiar with how a charity operates and deliver the right combination of strategic insight and elbow grease. You will be a natural storyteller, a sharp media operator, a diplomat, a mentor and tea maker.
• You will have experience of operating in a fast-paced environment, be confident dealing with senior level journalists and influencers and enjoy managing, motivating and training a small team