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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Systems Lead to join our People Team. This role will require the successful candidate to play a key role in the development, implementation and maintenance of The Children’s Trust’s business systems, including the Access suite of products and the IRAR incident reporting system. You will oversee the variety of day-to-day administrative systems functions, associated with the collection, retrieval, accessibility, and use of all business systems, whilst ensuring data integrity and security. You will work with business systems owners to determine requirements for maintenance of Access Systems and any systems changes and project manage development plans for existing systems
Staff benefits include shuttle bus, and more… Read more below.
Role Requirements
• Act as a trusted, technical specialist for our business systems, by developing a comprehensive and rigorous knowledge-base of the software architecture, whilst overseeing its maintenance and ensuring the department (and by extension, the organisation) benefits from its full capabilities.
• Ensure that processes are automated (as far as reasonably practicable) and that business systems are fit for purpose, with technical requirements delivered in a timely manner.
• Ensure that technical and procedural processes are in place to guarantee data quality and integrity, by utilising single sources of truth and streamlining database queries.
• Develop and maintain an in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of both regulatory requirements and daily operational practices, to ensure effective, efficient and compliant business systems.
• Manage and maintain day-to-day management of the business systems and the data held within them, working with the Business System Administrator and the system superusers.
• Act as the primary liaison between business system vendors and The Children’s Trust; regularly liaising to ensure continued development (in order to meet organisational needs) and utilise/attend relevant user groups and forums, to remain up-to-date with system developments.
• Identify, develop and implement any required staff training/coaching, through the delivery of training sessions/workshops and the production of any necessary training manuals/resources, to increase staff’s technical skillset and ensure that they are able to support the required technologies.
• Proactively liaise and communicate with departments across the organisation, to ensure that constructive feedback is received, and information needs are met in a timely manner.
• Develop and review policies and procedures impacted by the implementation of any new system developments.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external venders to ensure the requirements of the business system owners are being met
• Raise issues on behalf of business system owners and users and work with external providers to ensure issues are resolved.
With experience of working in a complex environment, across a large and diverse workforce, you will be exceptionally organised with a high-level of attention to detail. You will naturally possess excellent inter-personal skills, and an ability to consult and positively engage with key stakeholders across the organisation.
Closing Date: Friday 25th August
Interview Date: TBC
Terms and Conditions
PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process.
Strictly no agencies, please.
As we often receive high levels of applicants for our roles, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interviews. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted for an interview on this occasion.
About Us
The Children’s Trust is the UK’s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service.
Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.
Staff Benefits
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including, adoption pay, time off for fertility treatment, enhanced paternity leave, paid carers leave, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms, time off for gender reassignment.
We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service.
Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Rehabilitation of Offender’s
We comply with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) code of practice and have a written policy on the recruitment of applicants with criminal records, both of which are available on request.
NHS Covid Pass
The Children’s Trust has a duty of care to minimise the risk of all infectious diseases to the vulnerable and extremely vulnerable children and young people in our care, as well as our employees and volunteers. As a result, we require staff to provide a valid NHS Covid Pass (or proof of Covid vaccinations or medical exemption) for all roles at Tadworth Court and in the Brain Injury Community Service. We also expect staff to have taken or be willing to take relevant immunisations required by the role to protect them against infectious diseases, (unless you are medically exempt).
Equal Opportunity Employer
To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK’s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark – our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements.
Online Searches
In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate’s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
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Web Development Manager
Join our dedicated team at Bible Society as a Web Development Manager, where you'll lead a skilled group of developers in managing our web platform.
Position: Web Development Manager
Location: Swindon/hybrid
Hours: Full-time, flexible working available
Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Flexible Working, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Family Time benefits including TOIL, 25 day’s holiday (plus bank holidays) holiday trading, discounted gym membership, Health Cash Plan or Private Medical, Cycle Scheme, Life Assurance, Staff Seminars, All Staff Gatherings, Access to LinkedIn Learning platform, Tastecard, Childcare Vouchers, Loyalty Awards, Staff Events, Free tea and coffee and free car parking
Closing Date: 27 March 2024. We’ll be interviewing on a rolling basis throughout the application period, so please submit your application early as we may close it before the deadline.
The Role
As the leader of our Web Development Team, you'll play a crucial role in setting strong foundations for our digital presence and ensuring our products are reliable, effective and evolving. The team are responsible for software development across websites, apps, and digital initiatives, encompassing both front and backend technologies.
As the Web Development Manager, you will have the chance to lead a talented team of developers, actively engage in the assessment of emerging technologies, and provide support in transitioning to a new headless CMS. You'll collaborate closely with fellow developers, designers, directors, and technical stakeholders, fostering a culture of excellence and creativity. If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding role where you can contribute to the growth and evolution of digital offerings that impact lives, then we want to hear from you.
About You
You will have extensive experience within a digital agency or digital development environment, with significant competence in programming in core web technologies including HTML, PHP, Laravel, JavaScript, CSS, AJAX, XML, SQL, Node.js and GraphQL.
You will also have experience in/of:
· React and Next.js
· Dev Ops including Linux servers, Plesk, Nginx, Apache and Cloudflare
· Wrking with Git version control
· Frontend and backend development
· Salesforce and Headless CMS (Directus) experience desirable but not essential
· Leading a team
· Project management in the digital environment
· Leading or supporting a major change of digital systems (desirable)
If this sounds like you and you have the legal right to work and remain in the UK, we’d love to hear from you. Please provide your CV and a 250-word statement that sets out why you’re the best person for this position.
In Return…
Commitment - As a Christian organisation, the charity believe you have gifts and abilities that are all your own. So they’re willing to explore how what you have might fit what’s needed.
The checklist – There’s no such thing as the perfect candidate. You don't have to tick every box on the job description before you apply!
It's personal - You have a life outside work, and the organisation want you to be able to live it well. So are happy to talk to you about flexible working hours and working from home.
Learn and grow - When you're trained in a new skill, or learn a different perspective, it benefits everyone. The organisation is committed to making it possible for everyone to flourish, with a huge variety of learning resources available.
Together and apart - The charity believe in home working where it’s appropriate, and during lockdown they made that work really well. But know how important it is to meet face to face, too and are committed to making the office an enriching environment, where people are glad to be.
Celebrating difference - Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the organisation and it promotes diversity of thought, culture and background. Diversity is valued and this is reflected in the workforce.
Level ground - We want you to bring your best to the application and selection process. If you need any adjustments to be made for that to happen, let us know and we'll be glad to help.
About the Organisation
The organisations mission is to offer the Bible to the world. It is a vision of a world where everyone has access to the Bible and can recognise its value for them, their families and communities. Working for a Christian charity, this is a great opportunity to work for an investor in people gold employer who have won awards for their excellence in investing in people. They are committed to the development of all staff and have fantastic charity-sector benefits to help motivate and retain exceptional people.
You may also have experience in areas such as Web Developer, Web Development, Web Development Manager, Lead Web Developer, Lead Developer, Senior Web Developer, Senior Web Development.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation
Director of Corporate Services and Finance
C£70,000
Full time
Bath with some homeworking
Developing Health & Independence (DHI) is a charity that helps disadvantaged and vulnerable people turn lives around, stand on their own feet and reduce dependency. We do this because we believe everyone should have the chance to achieve their potential to make a valuable contribution to society.
We help young people and adults overcome structural barriers and self-limiting behaviours that are holding them back. Our clients are often disadvantaged or living at the margins, meaning they are disproportionately affected by substance misuse, homelessness, offending, mental health issues and other factors that contribute to social exclusion.
Reporting to the CEO you will be responsible for driving and managing the central administrative and core infrastructure functions across the charity. As well as being closely involved in the day-to-day activities you will provide high level proactive advice, and quality services for the other Directors across all central and client service areas, including, finance and procurement, human resources, information technology development, health and safety, premises, office services, in addition to working closely with our retained legal advisor.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working in partnership with operational colleagues to supply clear, quality assured and compliant best practice processes from the centre, which are developed and implemented collaboratively with those delivering core services to DHI’s client base.
The ideal person will combine practical, hands-on delivery with strong leadership and relationship building skills and be able to operate successfully in a dynamic, regularly changing environment.
How to apply
Application is by way of a CV and a Supporting Statement.
Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 7th April 2024
Selection and timescales
There will be a two stage selection process.
Friday 12th April: Initial telephone interviews
Thursday 18th and/or Friday 19th April Second interviews. Expected to be in person in DHI offices in Bath but this will be confirmed nearer the time.
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INTRODUCING ONWARDS & UPWARDS
Onwards and Upwards (O&U) is a charity created to directly tackle the cycle of reoffending driven by the barriers to unemployment faced; our purpose is clear, and our plan is simple. We will break the cycle of reoffending by starting sustainable businesses which train and employ ex-offenders. These must be organisations that people are proud to work for, provide personal and professional development, that operate in high demand sectors, and that showcase the talents and potential of ex-offenders as employees to businesses and society at large.
Our plan in the long-term is to launch, test, and grow a range of businesses that all follow this model – of training, supporting and employing ex-offenders in positive environments that are part of a community, with aspirational brands, and with full support for people to grow and move on with their lives.
Our first commercial venture is XO Bikes – where we train people to become qualified bike mechanics and then aim to find them meaningful jobs in the cycling sector and beyond.
THE ROLE
The next few years is a transformational time for Onwards and Upwards as we take the stride forward in starting our second venture, but only once we have secured a best-in-class training and support model, and delivered XO Bikes to sustainability. Beyond this we are an agile and entrepreneurial team that has a tendency for finding and taking advantage of great ideas and opportunities. To achieve all this we need a great Ops function, and someone leading it that can grow as we do.
We are looking for an organised, motivated, and experienced Operations professional to ensure O&U and our Commercial Ventures run smoothly and efficiently, our staff team is valued and supported, and our management teams are kept up to date and fully informed. This role would be perfect for an Ops Director excited by our approach and mission, or as a first step into a Director role for a proven Ops manager.
The primary responsibilities include:
HR
Our staff and volunteers are central to what we do here at O&U and XO Bikes. We are a growing team and it is essential that all staff members feel valued and supported. The Operations Director will assist the core management team in ensuring we all work well together to fulfil the missional objectives of the charity. Tasks will include:
· Management of O&U and XO Bikes HR functions including recruitment, administration, compensation and benefits, training and development, staff wellbeing and performance management.
· Ensuring our staff team and volunteers are well qualified for their roles and developed both professionally and personally.
· Volunteer recruitment, management, and productivity
FINANCE
The Operations Director will need to have a good understanding of finance reporting and systems to inform leadership, manage budgets and cashflow and ensure we meet statutory financial requirements. They will manage the Finance Assistant who is responsible for keeping our finance systems up to date and managing day to day bookkeeping.
Finance tasks will include:
· Management of Finance Assistant to ensure accurate, timely and complete information is provided to Trustees and the O&U management team to inform strategy and planning decisions. This will include the following tasks:
o Production of annual budgets and cashflows in conjunction with the management team
o Management of relationships with auditors, Charity Commission and HMRC
o Responsibility for statutory and management finance reporting including external independent examinations/audits.
· Production of monthly management accounts, balance sheet, cashflow and profit and loss
· Ensure timely filing of annual reports and accounts for the charity and any ventures the trustees are responsible for
OFFICE SUPPORT
The Operations Director will manage the Operations Assistant and ensure staff are fully set up and trained on all IT systems. This includes Microsoft office products, database management systems, HR platforms and retail/production systems.
· Operational management of IT services and support at O&U and XO Bikes
· Ensure IT provision is consistent, up to date and easily accessible to all staff and volunteers
· Ensure training is provided for all staff and volunteers
PREMISES MANAGEMENT
The Operations Director will ensure the offices, workshops and retail outlets are safe spaces, well maintained and fit for purpose. This will include the following:
· Review building security and insurance provision annually
· Review health and safety policies and ensure training is provided to all staff
· Ensure fire regulations are complied with at all premises
· Review property leases and liaise with landlords as required by core management team
· Manage relationship with local council re business rates and discretionary relief applications
· Manage contracts with utility providers (includes lighting/heating/water)
· Manage support contracts re fire regulations, health and safety
CHARITY GOVERNANCE
The Operations Director will be the liaison between the UK Charity Commission, the trustees of O&U and the staff team. Tasks will include:
· Collation of updates from managers for the Trustees (6 reports per annum)
· Attendance at all trustee meetings
· Production and circulation of Trustee meeting minutes
· Charity Commission administration and reporting
· Trustee onboarding
LEGAL & COMPLIANCE
Ensure implementation of procedures and policies in line with all relevant statutory requirements concerning HR, Finance and Charity governance. Ensure O&U is kept up to date with all regulatory changes which affect the charity and our commercial ventures. This will include the following:
· Keep up to date with changing legislation and laws affecting companies and charities making appropriate recommendations to management on changes and other relevant matters.
THE PERSON
We are looking for someone who shares our belief that individuals who commit crimes should be given the opportunity to build themselves a positive and productive life atop the foundations of secure employment. The cycle of reoffending is an enormous issue, but one we can start to solve.
Our hope is to find an energetic, organised, and positive team player, similarly comfortable working independently. It is a very varied role and one that needs calm focus as well as spontaneity and initiative – things change fast here, and this allows us to progress towards our mission rapidly.
Most importantly, we want someone who cares as much as we do about why we exist – the people we aim to help. Bikes are an end to a means, and that means is giving people ready to turn away from crime the platform on which to launch a successful and rewarding career. Cycle broken.
As a rough guide, with poetic interpretation encouraged, we are looking for:
Essential skills
· A collaborative leader who can build relationships with staff members at all levels, inform decision making and help us fulfil our missional objectives
- 3+ years operational/management experience
- Sound understanding of financial management, reporting and accounting systems (Xero preferred)
- Highly motivated and driven self-starter, able to adapt quickly when priorities change
- Management experience in pastoral environments
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office products and database management systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience in creating high-level reports and presentations
Desirable skills
· Experience of working with diverse communities
· Knowledge of charity governance structures and statutory requirements
· Accountancy/financial qualification
· Professional qualifications in business management or HR
· Experience of working with ex-offenders or in a prison setting
· Experience of volunteer management
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
This is an exciting opportunity for a new role of Operations Manager. The purpose of the role is to support our Director/CEO and to lead the management team. This post will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations at BIAS. This aim of the role is to support development, lead operational plans and create new initiatives to enable sustainable growth and planned expansion.
The ideal candidate is someone already working in a line management role wishing to either progress or change career. We would like to appointment a dynamic, enthusiastic Operations Manager to maintain quality standards and help drive the organisation forward at pace.
You will be a conscientious leader who excels at supporting people to ensure they can thrive and projects are delivered efficiently and effectively.
We are looking for someone who:
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Has experience of finance and HR processes
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Is able to review and implement operational policies and systems to increase efficiency and support good governance
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Has experience of supporting organisational change as part of a senior team
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Is able to work independently and exercise sound judgment
You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be proactive, and ideally have 2 years management experience with strong people and project management skills.
Other Key information
Do you want to work for an organisation that makes a difference, every single day, to people from all walks of life? This is an immensely rewarding role working in a dynamic charity built on an ethos of going the extra mile, hospitality and inclusivity.
You will need the skills and abilities to ensure operational needs and deadlines are met . Key functions of the role will be: running management reports, monitoring services, providing reports and evaluations to funders and identifying new funding opportunities.
Deadlines for applications are the 31st March 2024 but we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible as interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close early.
If you have previously applied for this role, please do not apply again.
Application Instructions
Candidates must submit a detailed CV and covering letter, explaining any gaps in employment. The covering letter should show how you meet the essential/desirable criteria, providing examples. Your CV should be no longer than 2 pages and your covering letter should be no longer than 1500 words.
Candidates must submit a detailed CV and covering letter, explaining any gaps in employment. The covering letter should show how you meet the essential/desirable criteria, providing examples. Your CV should be no longer than 2 pages and your covering letter should be no longer than 1500 words.
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Director of Technology (1991)
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
Do you have a minimum of 10 years of proven leadership experience in a Technology Director or similar role?
Are you looking for your next challenge where you can make a difference in the organisation?
Do you feel passionate about the work Oxfam does in the world?
The Role:
Oxfam GB is looking to recruit an exceptional senior technology leader who will play a pivotal role in steering the organisation’s technology vision and ensuring it is aligned with our strategic objectives.
This role is responsible for the comprehensive management of Oxfam GB’s technology infrastructure, overseeing the design, development, and implementation of innovative technology solutions that enhance our impact and improve the way we do our work.
You’ll get the support that you need to enjoy your work and make a difference in an organisation that is focused in fighting inequality to end poverty and injustice as well as giving lifesaving support in times of crisis. When we are seeking new Oxfamers to join the team, we are focused on their energy, expertise, and empathy. And, if you’re ticking those boxes, then we’d love to hear from you.
What we are looking for:
We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.
An ideal candidate for the role will have:
Essential Criteria
- 10 years+ proven leadership experience in a Technology Director or similar role and ability to both manage and inspire a team of technology professionals responsible for the platforms that support over 16 countries and Oxfam GB’s retail shop network and fundraising.
- Deep understanding of various technologies, software, hardware and systems to enable Oxfam GB to make informed decisions and guide our technology strategy.
- Ability to think strategically and align technology initiatives with the organisation goals and objectives. Able to identify opportunities for technology advancements that can improve Oxfam GB’s operations and impact.
- Strong programme and project management skills and ability to oversee the implementation of technology projects ensuring they are delivered on time within budget and that they meet the organisations requirements.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills with demonstrable ability to work closely with stakeholders and external partners. Should be able to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Experienced in budget and resource allocation and management to ensure efficient and effective use of technology resources within the organisation
- Ability to identify and solve technology related problems, make informed decisions and adapt to changing circumstances to navigate challenges and drive innovation
- Experience in managing an organization’s IT activities to ensure data availability and network services with as little downtime as necessary
- Strong ethical awareness and understanding of data privacy security and responsible technology practises
- Committed to continuous learning and staying up to date with latest trends advancements and best practise in the field
- Genuine passion for Oxford is causing a desire to leverage technology to make a positive impact on society.
Desired criteria
- A bachelor’s degree in programming, computer science, computer engineering, or another related field with advanced course experience in mathematics, computer programming, and software development
- Experience of managing technology for a consumer retail business
- Several years’ experience managing employees within an technology environment
- Formal Prince II or equivalent project management certification.
We offer:
We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits.
From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more.
You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.
Flexfam:
We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. We think this role would work particularly well as a hybrid working role, based occasionally at home.
How to apply:
As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.
Our values and commitment to safeguarding
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
About us
Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.
Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.
A thriving diverse Oxfam:
It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.
To do that:
- We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
- We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
- We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.
The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page.
Main Areas of Responsibility
As Deputy Director of Information Technology, Security & Data, you will:
- Be responsible for information technology, security and data services for the Harris Federation academies and head office
- Be responsible for the development of the Federations Technology strategy and work with education colleagues on defining the digital learning strategies
- Deliver any transformation programmes to support and enable change across the Federation
- Develop and promote a culture and vision for information technology with a tech-forward business strategy to support transformation and innovation within the central team and academies
- Lead on planning and delivery of transformation and change projects and programmes, collaborating with Directors and Head Office departments to successfully deliver technology and not technology led change
- Work closely with the IT Director and Directors from both Education and Non-Education areas to embed best practice Information & Cyber Security practices, ensuring compliance with legal or regulatory requirements
- Support the Federation’s mission statement for education by ensuring the robust integrity and functionality of the IT systems for learning, teaching, administration, and leadership
Please download and read the full job description from the job advert on our Harris Careers website.
What We are Looking For
We are looking for an individual with extensive operational experience and strategic leadership and management of information services. Someone who can communicate and promote the adoption of technology within academies, and help to promote a culture of best practice to drive efficiencies.
Essential
- Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant technical discipline
- Proven experience as IT Director or IT Head of Service or similar role leading large operational IT teams and service
- Delivery of effective and transformative leadership of an IT function in a comparable organisation, delivering first rate, secure, and end user focused services
- Leadership and senior leader engagement to influence, drive and enable digital change
- Developing and executing IT strategies encompassing digital change and transformation programmes
- An ability to drive and deliver cultural change and adoption of technologies
- Practical knowledge of best practice Information Security and Privacy Practices
Desirable
- MSc/MA in computer science, engineering or relevant field
- Understanding of multi-academy trust business functions
- Understanding of the requirements of academy conversion and sponsorship and, desirably, experience of this process
- An understanding of charitable organisations and ensuring that best policy and practice is implemented to ensure compliance with charity and company law
Applying for this Position
If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact Jen Elliott, Talent Acquisition Partner, via email:
Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.
When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.
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Goodenough College is an educational charity, providing accommodation to international postgraduate students and their families in a friendly and collegiate setting. The College’s charitable mission is to create a stimulating, inclusive and supportive residential community. The College is committed to widening its access to reach those from lower income backgrounds and countries to increase its socio-economic diversity. To achieve this, the College offers financial support in the form of scholarships and our hardship fund. We also fundraise to maintain our Buildings and Estate. Therefore, the College fundraises and reaches out to alumni and supporters to add to its revenue stream.
The College is now looking for an experienced Database Specialist with expertise in Raiser’s Edge to play a key role in optimising its database for fundraising and alumni activities.
We are looking for a detail-oriented and skilled database specialist who can ensure the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of our database system. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of our database, accurately capturing donation and gift information, and producing high-quality reports to support our fundraising initiatives.
The main responsibilities will be utilising Raiser’s Edge to support our fundraising and alumni activities. This will include accurate and timely data entry and auditing to cleanse the database to eliminate duplicates and discrepancies. There will also be regular specialised reports to put together, to inform the College of the effectiveness of fundraising campaigns.
Applicants must have proven experience with Raiser’s Edge and understanding of effective database management. Exceptional attention to detail with high data accuracy is required. Excellent communication skills and collaboration skills are a must.
This is a hybrid role offered on a part time (two days a week), fixed term contract of 12 months. The College is flexible as to how the two days are split/worked throughout the week. There may be some work events to attend which can be useful to understand how the database work supports and impacts fundraising activities. Salary offered is £15,200 per annum (actual salary for two days a week).
Please read the full job description and person specification for more information.
Closing date is 10am on Friday 22 March 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview after the Easter holidays.
Applicants applying must be able to provide current evidence of their right to live and work in the UK.
Goodenough College is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity in employment. We welcome all applicants especially those from underrepresented groups. If invited to interview, please let us know of any access requirements.
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The Point of Care Foundation is a small social enterprise offering programmes of training and support for staff from NHS and other caring organisations, to run patient-centred care programmes, and to support staff through structured reflective practice.
The Operations and Business Manager role involves diverse responsibilities aimed at ensuring the smooth functioning of administrative, governance, and business management functions to ensure effective operations, compliance, and support for the organisation's objectives.
Please apply via the CharityJob website including the following:
Your CV
A short cover letter setting out why you are interested in the role
A response to the following question (500 words maximum):
Excellent operations and business functions are at the heart of every successful organisation – what would you say are your top 3 key conditions for success and how would you achieve them?
The Point of Care Foundation is an independent London-based charity.
Our mission is to humanise health and care.
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Provide leadership and support to the Executive Directors and Senior LeadershipTeam, ensuring robust financial management. You will identify areas of concern and suggest mitigations, and oversee the charity's Risk Register, ensuring effective risk management
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HR and Wellbeing: You will manage day-to-day HR activities, including recruitment, onboarding, and addressing HR queries and support the charity's wellbeing package
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Governance: You will work closely with the Executive Directors and Senior Leadership Team, and Trustees to support
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Operations: You will oversee IT systems, including collaboration with outsourced IT support and managing day-to-day issues
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Line management: Operations Assistant, providing support and developing staff within your team
Imkaan was established in 1998 to create a collaborative network for the specialist Black and minoritised women’s sector. At the time, Bl...
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Salary: £55k-£60k, depending on experience
About Voice 21
Voice 21 is the national oracy education charity. We exist to empower every child to use their voice for success in school and life. Our work transforms learning and life chances through talk by increasing access to a high-quality oracy education for those that need it most. Follow the links to find out more about why oracy is so vital and the impact Voice 21 has.
Voice 21 is leading the conversation to prioritise oracy within schools and teaching. In July 2023, the Labour party announced its commitment to prioritise oracy and speaking lessons as part of its future mission for education. As a result oracy has become a major talking point, with the topic and Voice 21 appearing on the front pages of the national newspapers and leading discussion on TV and radio.
Your opportunity
Tackle a vital challenge, with great people. Voice 21 exists to transform young people’s learning and life chances through talk and we are aiming to be working with 2,000 schools a year by 2025. To reach this goal we recruit great people and give them real responsibility, training and support.
Output-focused culture, with flexible working opportunities. We have an agile and flexible approach – our team can work when and wherever works best to deliver the requirements of their role. For staff working at home, we support them to create a workspace and provide technology that enables them to work effectively.
Real development opportunities. We believe in supporting people to develop the skills they need to be excellent – whether this means funding external training, finding a mentor to support them or giving them the time to learn from others in the organisations through our regular CPD sessions. We also offer paid study leave for team members taking part in formal studies outside of work.
For more information on why we think you should apply for the role, see the “Why work for us” section at the end of this job description.
Your purpose
You will be joining Voice 21 at an extremely exciting time, both organisationally and in terms of technology. We have just launched the Voice 21 Exchange, our school-facing wordpress site, through which we are planning to centre every aspect of our member schools’ interactions with us over the coming years, from booking onto courses, to participating in online learning, to submitting and viewing impact data. We are looking for someone who understands the power of technology in organisational transformation, and who understands how to strategically develop and implement technology systems to benefit our schools and our staff.
The Head of Technology will lead the development and implementation of Voice 21’s technology strategy in line with our organisational strategy and priorities. The Head of Technology will be accountable for all aspects of our technology, data and systems. They will ensure that we take the opportunity to improve our member and staff experience through technology improvements, have reliable and robust data and reporting, and provide appropriate training and support to the rest of Voice 21.
Most importantly, you will lead the technology team at Voice 21, ensuring that we have the right mix of skills within the team and that we promote a culture of expertise, trust and connection.
Your responsibilities
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Lead the development, monitoring and implementation of the organisation’s technology strategy in line with organisational strategy and priorities, specifically:
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Responsible for administration and setup of internal productivity systems such as slack
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Responsible for ensuring our Voice 21 Exchange, Salesforce and other systems (Zendesk, Campaign Monitor, Xero, Hibob, JazzHR & Big Query) are built in a way that is aligned with our tech strategy and approach, working with the owners of each of these systems
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Responsible for integration between systems
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Promote and enable the development and maintenance of a data aware culture, which treats data as an asset, with oversight of data protection and information security.
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Support and enable a high quality school experience by ensuring that the technology team can translate and prioritise departmental business needs into scalable, impactful and cost effective technology solutions
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Lead and manage the Technology team, creating the strategic direction, processes and culture to enable them to directly support and add value to the rest of the organisation and ensure their continued professional development
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Ensure that we procure and develop best in class systems and software and enable the whole organisation to get the most out of our technology.
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Lead the development and implementation of organisation-wide technology initiatives, leading and participating in project teams as required
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Consistently communicate the priorities, impact and needs of the technology team to influence and support the evolution of our organisational and departmental strategies
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As a member of our Extended Leadership Team, contribute to the organisation’s strategic direction and goals, as well as consistently promoting and displaying values aligned behaviour
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Any other duties commensurate with the role level as required by the Director of Operations
What the role might look like:
Within 3 months, you’ll have:
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Audited our current technology stack and ways of working and made recommendations for change, including any additional roles or support required.
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Reviewed our technology strategy to ensure that it is fit for purpose, working with the Senior Technology Advisor and the Director of Operations.
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Built strong relationships and ways of working with the tech team, enabling individual and team performance.
Within 6 months, you’ll have:
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Led on creating and communicating a high level tech roadmap, working with stakeholders across Voice 21 to set a multi year direction for our systems and data which has cross organisational buy in
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Consistently influenced organisational decision making and the thinking of other team’s through promoting and advocating the value that the tech team brings
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Ensured that we have the right resource within the tech team to deliver the tech and organisational strategy.
From 6 months onwards, we expect for you to be:
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Owning every aspect of our technology strategy and operations
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Establishing and reporting on KPIs for technology BAU
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Leading and managing a high performing tech team to drive Voice 21 forward
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Consistently contributing to the overall strategic direction and culture of Voice 21
This job is for you if you...
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Have significant experience of leading and growing a technology function
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Have strong technical expertise in one or more areas within this job description and a willingness to learn more. While this role is primarily a leadership role, it is important that the successful candidate understands the details and is able to support and develop team members as required.
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Can grow and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
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Are able to perform effectively under pressure with good personal organisation, time management and prioritisation skills
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Have a strong attention to detail and creative problem solving skills
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Want to see the direct impact your work has in a fast-paced, growing organisation
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Are passionate about education and improving children’s life chances. Our ideal candidate will have previous experience working in the education sector, but this is not essential.
Who you’ll work with:
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The Technology Team - you will be line managing:
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Wordpress Developer - responsible for the development of the Voice 21 Exchange
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Data Transformation Lead - responsible for data strategy and day to day information security and data protection
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Database Systems Administrator - responsible for the maintenance and development of our salesforce CRM system
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The Director of Operations - who will be your line manager and will support in providing strategic direction and support, along with our Senior Technology Advisor (Paul Osborne, ex-CTO of The Key).
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Multiple stakeholders across the organisation, particularly in our Engagement, Growth, Programmes, Product Management and Finance functions.
Where you’ll work: Remote, with travel to our London office and elsewhere for meetings. Occasional overnight stays may be required depending on where you are based.
Contract: Permanent, subject to successful probation review at 3 months.
Terms: We would welcome applications on a full-time or 4-day per week basis
Application details
To apply:
Please send your most recent CV and a document answering the questions below with the subject “Head of Technology application”:
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Tell us why you want to work at Voice 21. What is it about us and our mission that excites you? (Max. 400 words).
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Making direct reference to the job description (both the ‘Your responsibilities’ and ‘This job is for you if…’ sections), please tell us the three main reasons why you would make an excellent Head of Technology (Max. 400 words).
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Tell us about something you have achieved recently in a professional context that you are proud of (Max 200 words).
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Please specify where you saw the job advertised.
Closing date: Sunday 24th March, midnight.
We reserve the right to close applications early.
Interview date: We will hold initial telephone interviews in the week commencing 25th March and second round interviews by zoom in the week commencing Monday 8th April.
Start date: As soon as possible, but we will be flexible for the right candidate.
Questions: if you have any questions about the role, or would like to discuss it before submitting an application, please contact Jim Riddiford, Director of Operations
Valuing every voice
Voice 21 believes that every voice should be heard and valued. We are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and do not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Voice 21.
Why work for us?
We hope that we have given you a good sense of what life at Voice 21 is like and what the role entails - please see below for some more reasons to apply!
Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus additional 3 day Christmas closure period as well as two Expertise Days per year. Holiday entitlement increases are linked to length of service.
Benefits: Employer contribution to pension (5%), interest-free season ticket, cycle and technology loans and work from home allowance.
Wellbeing: We provide an Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured which provides all Voice 21 employees 24/7/365 support if needed.
The way we work: We have an agile and flexible approach – our team can work when and wherever works best to deliver the requirements of their role. For staff working at home, we support them to create a workspace and provide technology that enables them to work effectively. You will also have regular opportunities to get together as a whole staff and in your team, including away days, social events and other development events.
Development opportunities: We believe in supporting people to develop the skills they need to be excellent – whether this means funding external training, finding a mentor to support them or giving them the time to learn from others in the organisations through our regular CPD sessions. We also offer paid study leave for team members taking part in formal studies outside of work. If you want to volunteer as a school governor, trustee or in some other capacity for a mission-aligned organisation. We support our team to take on these commitments without taking annual leave.
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Voices of Voice 21
We recently asked our team what they enjoy most about working at Voice 21. Below is a selection of their responses:
“I really enjoy working in an organisation that strives for innovation and is rooted in research of what actually works for teachers in the daily life of a classroom and a school curriculum.”
“I find it inspiring being part of the Voice 21 team - being surrounded by passionate, mission-driven people makes me want to bring my best every day, because I know that my fab colleagues won't let a good idea gather dust - everything will be snapped up and built into something that helps us make a difference for the students in our schools.”
“At Voice 21, there is a strong culture of sharing expertise and this ensures that your voice is valued and ideas heard, no matter your role. Although a lot of the day-to-day work is virtual, relationships are strong. The very purposefully planned in-person meetings help these relationships to grow and flourish, as does the high level of collaboration in teams.”
“One of the many things I love about working at Voice 21 are the opportunities for professional development. Working in a small, fast-growing organisation has given me the chance to grow professionally and to expand my skill set in a supportive environment.”
Voice 21 is the national oracy education charity. We exist to empower every child to use their voice for success in school and life. Our work t...
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What's the essense of this role?
This role exists for the purpose of facilitating the logistical elements of Screen Share’s projects, including our flagship digital access project, our growing digital skills provision and our forthcoming asylum seeker laptop refurbishment training course.
This means coordinating the donation and distribution of devices, organising in-person events and ensuring the practical elements of each project runs smoothly and assisting the Director in administrative tasks where necessary.
Screen Share a fast-growing refugee charity rooted in the community. We exist to support, inform and advocate for the digital inclusion of refugees in the UK. We currently have 2 staff members and 45 volunteers.
What does success look like in this role?
Achieving Outcome 1
Facilitate the collection of devices from donors
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Respond promptly to inquiries from individual and corporate donors regarding device eligibility
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Organise the collection process and facilitate on-site data destruction where necessary
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Coordinate runners/couriers or postage delivery of device donation and distribution to tech volunteers.
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Coordinate with storage facilities or volunteers to hold devices if tech team are at capacity.
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Coordinate directly with the Digital Access Manager concerning the needs of the tech team
Achieving Outcome 2
Be the contact point for our referral partners and facilitate the delivery and return of devices
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Participate with the Digital Access Manager and Director in the monthly provision decisions, contributing to the collective decision making process on the basis of supply, demand, partnerships and priority system, and record those decisions in a systematic way
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Explain our referral system to referral partners and explain our system to unsuccessful partners and referrals
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Coordinate with referral partners regarding the allocation and delivery of devices, issuing QR codes where necessary
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Issue a tech receipt for every allocated device
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Manage relationship with courier companies such as DHL and Royal Mail
Achieving Outcome 3
Be the contact point for runners and couriers
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Coordinate Runners to pick up laptops from donors, deliver them to tech volunteers and from there to laptop recipients or partners.
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Ensure runners conform with of their duties regarding data security and safeguarding.
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Improve and manage the process by which runners can volunteer for specific pick-ups.
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Coordinate with the tech team regarding destruction and disposal of tech waste and ensure Operations Assistant facilitates pick-up or drop off
Achieving Outcome 4
Manage Screen Share’s storage and/or offices
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Be available on the ground to move devices from the storage to the tech volunteers or recipients
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Be the contact point for our storage and office management
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Assist with organising external events including asylum seeker tech refurbishment training
Achieving Outcome 5
Ensure Screen Share recipients are offered internet data provision and facilitate its delivery
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Own the process by which we distribute data donated by telecommunications organisations such as Vodafone and organisations such as Good Things Foundation
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Explain this process to recipients and be their contact point for troubleshooting
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Advise the Director on the demand for data from our recipients
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Offer suggestions to the Directors on how this project can change fundamentally to be more efficient and more scalable
Achieving Outcome 6
Contribute to the monitoring and evaluate our device provision
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Amalgamate the number of devices provided per month and be able to formulate that data on the basis of age and geography
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Work with the Digital Access Manager and Communications and Community Officer to measure the impact of our provision
Achieving Outcome 7
Administrative support
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Provide admin support to Director and Digital Access Manager
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Coordinate interns where appropriate
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Battersea is undergoing a significant transformation programme to deliver real change in the way we work with, utilise and learn, from Data. Our new approach will enable smoother animal, customer and supporter journeys and will help us with embed a truly data and insight-driven approach to decision-making at Battersea. With the programme underway, this exciting role has been created to lead the Data Applications Change team, within the wider Data Applications function.
This role, working with the Head of Data Applications will be responsible for recruiting and embedding the newly created Data Applications Change Team. Initially, this team will play an important role in the success of the programme by being responsible for delivering significant parts of several programme workstreams. Once the programme has been implemented, the Data Applications Change team will be responsible for the ownership and delivery of all future changes required for our new Salesforce Lightning CRM, MuleSoft AnyPoint and other related applications.
This is a really exciting opportunity for someone looking to help shape the future of data at Battersea. For an experienced professional, open to working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with a desire to facilitate and drive real change, this role offers a lot of opportunity.
About us
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love and expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them.
All the knowledge we gather in our centres helps us to improve the lives of the animals we’ll never meet, through our work with other rescue organisations and charities. We also help people make informed choices when getting a pet, we provide training and welfare advice, and we campaign for changes in the law when we see that dogs and cats or their owners deserve better.
Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
What we can offer you
We offer our employees a wide range of benefits to reward them for the value that they bring to Battersea, to support them in their work, to help improve their health and wellbeing, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. These include:
• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Life insurance
• Support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, a wide range of tools and resources, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Hybrid working policy
We operate a hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. We believe this enables our office-based staff to maintain the benefits of home working, while allowing for collaboration and interaction with our animal-facing staff and maintaining a connection to our cause. As such, you’ll be expected to work in our Battersea office for at least 50% of your working week.
Equality, diversity and inclusion at Battersea
At Battersea, we are committed to providing equality of opportunity, and developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and from members of minority ethnic communities, who we know are currently under-represented at Battersea.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we're happy to discuss any support or personalisation you may need during your application and/or interview process as part of our workplace adjustments.
Closing date: 20th March 2024
Interview date(s): w/c 25th March 2024
If you think you’re a good fit for the role, and you’re passionate about dogs, cats and our work, then we’d like to hear from you.
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised; we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.