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About The Textile Institute

The Textile Institute is the professional body for people and organisations working in the textile, clothing, footwear, and associated industries worldwide. For more than 110 years, the Institute has been bringing together professionals from all over the world for the exchange of ideas, and a social community promoting friendship among members. It is an international organisation governed by a Council representing members globally.

The Textile Institute is run democratically by and for its members all over the world by, the Trustees of the Institute, and representatives from Sections, Special Interest Groups and internal Standing Committees.

As a registered Charity with a Royal Charter the role of the Institute is to advance the general interests of the textile industry worldwide, more particularly in relation to the acquisition and application of knowledge for the benefit of mankind.

The role ia primarily offfice based at the Institutes international headquarters (TIIHQ) in the city centre of Manchester.

The Role

The Administrator is a pivotal role within the organisation, responsible for overseeing and coordinating administrative functions to ensure smooth and efficient operations at TIIHQ. 

This position requires a highly organised individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Administrating for key departments including but not limited to Governance, Professional Qualifications, Publications, Information Services and Medals and Awards.

The Administrator will work to streamline processes, optimise workflow, and implement administrative policies. This position offers an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to contribute to the success and growth of the organisation through effective administration whilst supporting the overall goals and objectives of the organisation.

Reporting directly to the CEO and working with members of the organisation from around the world, this is an exciting time and opportunity to join TIIHQ and work with a small and dynamic team with an international reach. 

There is an opportunity to work from home on an adhoc basis one day every other week. 

Key responsibilities include:

• The Administrator to the CEO is to provide efficient and effective support, managing accurately the diary, travel and internal and external meeting arrangements as well as professional and confidential business administration for the CEO.
• Responsible for keeping accurate records in relation to Council members and matters including the administration of official papers to support the effective operation of the organisation. 
• Deal with incoming correspondence and enquiries with discretion and courtesy and produce confidential letters, reports, general documentation, electronic presentations, and review documentation as required.
• Lead the administrative support to ensure the smooth running of prescribed Institute services and activities as well as front-line response.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for TIIHQ facilities, including coordinating service agreements, maintenance requests, and vendor relationships.
• Acting as Secretary to prescribed Committees the Senior Administrator will liaise with the Chairs of those committees to set meeting dates, ensure that all documentation is provided to committee members in a timely fashion, arrange and be present at meetings to provide support and take the minutes of the meeting.
• To organise and administrate internal and external working group meetings and projects as required.
• Maintain and develop filing systems, operational procedures and technological solutions for the secure retention of information.
• Process and maintain accurate records using spreadsheets, various databases and software systems, and provide statistical information and reports as necessary.
• Responsible for accurate and up to date departmental web pages, listing key meeting dates, promotional information and any information relevant to the general public.
• Responsible for collating and sending information for email marketing campaigns as well as promotional literature for prescribed departments. 
• Initiate reports and documents of a confidential nature and other matters which require a significant degree of discretion to be exercised, including those of a budgetary nature.
• Assisting in the development of departmental budgets and monitoring  income and expenditure throughout the year.
• Work on own initiative to meet competing demands and to resolve problems.
• This role detail is a guide to the work you will be required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances.
• Work positively and creatively to support the organisation, particularly during busy workloads when flexibility in working hours may be required.

The Textile Institute pays a 5% employer contribution to the pensions scheme.

Inteviews will take place in July 2024 and successful candidates will be contacted after the closing date.

Join Our Vibrant Team at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Are you a dynamic and ambitious individual looking to kick-start your career? Look no further. Manchester Metropolitan University, one of the largest universities in the UK, is seeking a Development Operations Assistant (Database Assistant) to join our forward-thinking Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) team.

About Us

At Manchester Met, we're not just an institution; we're a community. Nestled in the heart of a bustling city, our roots trace back to the early 19th century when we were established to empower local people through education. Today, we continue to play a vital role in our global city, enriching the lives of our students, colleagues, and the wider community.

Why Join Us?

• Exciting Office Environment: Our modern office space is just a stone's throw away from Oxford Road Station. With a convenient location, you'll have easy access to public transport and all the city has to offer.
• Flexible Work Schedule: We believe in work-life balance. You'll usually spend two days a week in the office, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds.
• Impactful Work: As a Development Operations Assistant, you'll contribute directly to our strategic goals. From gift processing to database management, your role will shape the future of our alumni relations and fundraising efforts.
• Professional Growth: Join a team that values your growth. We'll support your development and provide opportunities to learn and thrive.

Your Role

As a Development Operations Assistant, you'll:

• Assist in delivering our strategic priorities by providing administrative and database support.
• Manage sensitive personal and financial data within our CRM database (Raiser's Edge NXT).
• Contribute to alumni volunteering initiatives and enhance student success through fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with database work (experience with Raiser's Edge NXT is a plus).
• Excellent communication skills.

Ready to be part of something bigger? Apply now and help shape the future of Manchester Met.

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We promote applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring and particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in the University workforce.

Hybrid working is offered for this role.  The nature of the role requires presence on campus at certain times of year, but at other times you will be able to complete some work remotely. We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations throughout the application process.

Manchester Met University is committed to creating an intentionally inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We understand the importance of having a diverse workforce and the benefits it can bring to ensuring diversity of thought and innovation in everything we do. We, therefore, encourage applications from people from ethnic minority groups, disabled people and people who identify as LGBTQIA+. 

EDUCATION FOR ALL MOROCCO has been fundrasing for over two decades, to enable girls living in the High Atlas mountains to access fulltime education, by providing boarding accomodation near to their senior schools.  Five of our six houses were destroyed in the September 2023 High Atlas earthquake. Miraculously they were all empty at the time of the disaster. Due to the extraordinary generosity of donors, EFA has substantial funds to support an extensive program of rebuilding

As Finance & Operations Administrator you will have a key role to play working closely with the trustees and Head of Fundraising & Communications to co-ordinate activities,  to ensure day to day operations in the UK run smoothly.  

The role as advertised covers a broad range of activities. However there will be peaks and troughs of workload. 

This job is for you if you are:

-  A qualified accountant or bookkeeper with experience of Xero ideal (training can be provided).

- Confident working with Microsoft Office (Excel & Word) & Shared drive (eg, GoogleDocs).

- Comfortable working with a variety of IT packages, or learning how to do so 

- Very organised, able to take the initiative, able to work independently.

- Experienced working in a small but ambitious organisation, or are confident you can adapt to such an environment

- Able to be flexible in terms of work load.

In a typical month you’ll:

-  Support the Chair of Finance; preparing monthly accounts. Processing receipts and payments for bank reconciliation; invoices and expense claims.   Filing finance documentation. Maintian the restricted v unrestricted donation records, Gift Aid schedules, HMRC returns.

-  Support  the Head of Fund Raising and Communications, liaising with donors (sending receipts, requests for information), researching potential donors, preparing grant applications, ordering brochures and marketing information. Acting as a day to day point of contact. 

- Support the Chair and Vice Chair of Trustees;  helping to prepare and distribute monthly meeting agendas, supporting papers, co-ordinating virtual meeting schedule, drafting and distributing minutes, .- 

-  Support the Chair of Governance ensuring Trustee and Staff Handbooks (policies and protocols), risk register, are uptodate and accessible via the website portal. Lead the administration process for the recruitment of trustees and staff, including the preparation of candidate packs, advertising, induction. Oversight of the EFA Partnership Agreements.

- Support the Chair of Educaton re liaison with relevant external auditors (safeguarding, health and safety, risk). Linking with Moroccan partners to agree on timing and arrangements for audit visits. Ensuring reports are available to trustees as agreed. 

- General ad hoc support to trustees, staff and external stakeholders as required. 

Position: Finance & Operations Administrator

Responsible: to The Chair of Finance 

Location: Remote

Hours: 20hrs per week (flexible).

Salary: £24,000£30,000 per annum. Pro Rata 0.3 

Annual leave and benefits: 

28 days annual leave for fulltime (not including bank holidays) (pro rata)

Pension Scheme with matched contributions of 6% after 3 months

How to apply 

Click the Quick Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and answer a few short screening questions about your relevant skills and motivations. 

First-round interviews will take place in the week commencing 24th June. 

Closing date 19th June 2024. 

EFA is committed to safeguarding children. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship to candidates living outside of the UK

Just Transition role key information:

This is a part-time, fixed-term staff role, with the possibility of extension, depending on funding. There is also the possibility that this could be a freelance role, please indicate in your application if this is something you would be interested in. 

• 22.5 hours (3 days) per week 

• Fixed term until 31 March 2025 - there may be opportunities to extend depending on project outcomes and securing ongoing funding. 

• Start date: Wednesday 7th of August 2024

• Salary:  £39,462.81 per year on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis. Pro rata including the opportunity to opt into a pension scheme. Actual salary for this 3 day role will be £23,677.

• This is a remote working position, and the salary includes a working from home allowance. 

• The post-holder needs to be UK based as there may be travel required to visit UK Transition groups and experience of UK communities is essential.

Position Overview: As the Head of Alumni Relations, you will play a crucial role in building and maintaining strong connections with our alumni network. Your primary responsibility will be to implement and oversee the management of our university ambassadors, ensuring they effectively represent and promote our organisation's mission and values within their respective institutions. Additionally, you will chair the alumni advisory board, a committee developed to grow the alumni community and act as a sounding board feeding back into the organisation's strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Ambassador Program Management: Develop and implement strategies to recruit, train, and support university ambassadors. Provide ongoing guidance and mentorship to ambassadors, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities. Monitor ambassador performance and provide feedback to optimise their effectiveness.

Relationship Building: Collaborate with university administrators and career services to maximise our presence on campus, developing new pipelines for future delegate recruitment.

Alumni Advisory Board Management:Recruit, onboard, and engage members for the Alumni advisory board. Facilitate board meetings, set agendas, and ensure effective communication and collaboration among board members. Seek input and guidance from the board on alumni engagement strategies and initiatives.

Alumni Development: Organise CPD opportunities for alumni, including seminars, webinars, and skill-building workshops. Coordinate social get-togethers and informal networking events to facilitate connections and foster community among alumni..

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in alumni relations, event management, or related fields.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse groups of stakeholders.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute innovative engagement initiatives.

• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and project management abilities.

• Ability to work independently and remotely while maintaining a high level of productivity and motivation.

• Familiarity with social mobility issues and a passion for making a positive impact on individuals' lives.

• Good networking skills.

Characteristics of a Successful Candidate:

A successful candidate for this role will possess a genuine passion for alumni engagement and a commitment to supporting the professional development and success of alumni. They will demonstrate a collaborative spirit, strategic thinking, adaptability, resilience, empathetic communication, results-driven mindset, innovative problem-solving skills, and a commitment to ethical and professional conduct.

The Aleto Foundation is an equal opportunity organisation. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.

Thank you for considering joining The Aleto Foundation and contributing to our mission of empowering young leaders and fostering social mobility.