**Newly Increased Salary**
Percival are thrilled to be working exclusively with Steel Warriors to help them appoint to the newly created position of Executive Director after an interim appointment to the position. In this exciting new role the post holder will lead the organisation as it builds and rolls out an effective youth intervention programme, scales the model across London and the UK, and grows the community that get involved.
Steel Warriors is an anti-knife crime charity that melt down knives taken off the streets and recycles the steel into outdoor street gyms. They use street workout to transform the lives of young people affected by crime, violence and social exclusion, giving them the skills and confidence they need to create positive futures. Hailed by Men's Health as the 'best gyms in the world' and reaching over 1bn people, Steel Warriors are making waves in the impact space.
Their vision is to build a UK-wide network of gyms, a street workout movement, that not only empowers young people to realise their passions and pursue their goals, but also fosters stronger, closer and more loving communities.
Title: Executive Director
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: London, Home Based
Recruitment Timeline
Deadline for Applications: As soon as possible
1st Stage online interviews: As soon as possible
2nd Stage in person interviews: As soon as possible
The post holder will have responsibility across a number of functions including fundraising and the general operations of the charity. This is an exciting opportunity for the post holder to build on the great foundations that have been laid and the existing partnerships that have been built to grow the organisation and scale its impact to prevent knife crime.
They are looking for an experienced charity professional with a background fundraising and general charity operations. The ideal candidate will be a confident leader with an ability to manage partnerships and the operations of a small charity, alongside an active Trustee Board.
We value diversity and know how important it is for charities to fairly represent their beneficiaries, therefore we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
The team at Percival are committed to your journey as a candidate and will provide any necessary support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the process, please don't hesitate to contact our Recruitment Director Adam on [email protected]
To apply, simply submit your CV. Should you meet the requirements, we will provide you with the full job description and arrange a call or meeting to provide further information about the next steps. Please note you may be required to complete a cover letter in order to submit a full application. To fully understand what we will do with your data, please review our policy
We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Charity Director
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Location: Priory Street, York with flexibility to work from home
Hours: Flexible, we can look at full time or part time hours
Benefits: auto-enrolment pension scheme, 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
About the charity:
Older Citizens Advocacy York (OCAY) is a thriving charity dedicated to supporting older people (aged 50+) in York. OCAY provides a free, confidential, and independent advocacy service. Last year they helped 568 older people have their voices heard. Charity People are thrilled to be supporting OCAY to recruit a Charity Director to lead them into their next phase of growth and impact.
About the role:
As Charity Director, you'll work closely with a dedicated and engaged board of trustees to provide strategic direction and operational leadership of OCAY. You'll oversee all aspects of OCAY's services, manage resources effectively, and ensure financial sustainability through diversified funding streams. This is a varied and broad role which requires agility, innovation, and a passion for supporting older and vulnerable individuals. You'll be an outward facing leader, looking for collaboration and partnership opportunities with other organisations supporting older people across the city of York. You'll get involved in the coordination of outreach activities to enhance OCAY's profile and service awareness alongside managing governance requirements, including communication with regulatory bodies, cultivating strong relationships with funders and partner organisations.
About you:
We are looking for an experienced leader/manager who understands and has empathy towards older and vulnerable people. This role offers an exciting mix of strategy and getting stuck into the day-to-day operational needs of a small organisation, so the ability to balance strategic vision with operational implementation is a must. You'll be brilliant at managing and leading your team while demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We are looking for someone who has a proven track record of achieving results and solving problems innovatively, while being confident in budgeting and financial management. We would love our Charity Director to have experience of income generation, in particular grant applications, as well as experience working with volunteer boards or management committees.
If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of older people and would love to take on an exciting leadership opportunity, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to find out more, or to apply, please send a copy of your profile or CV in the first instance to Ellen Drummond at Charity People.
Deadline for applications: 9am on Friday 3rd May
Interviews: to be held on site in York w/c 13th May
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Are you an experienced leader with a passion for diversity and inclusion?
Location: Soho, London / Hybrid
Salary: c.£65,000 depending on experience
Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 7th May 2024
About us
Diversity Role Models is a dynamic charity whose vision is a world where everyone embraces diversity and can thrive. Our mission is to promote understanding and acceptance of individual differences and end LGBTQ+ bullying in schools. We do this by harnessing the power of storytelling and delivering pioneering educational workshops.
Since launching in 2011, we have made a huge impact. However, we have just scratched the surface and we have ambitious growth plans as we look to expand and develop further nationally and into new regions.
About the role
We’re now seeking a Chief Operating Officer to spearhead our operational and financial strategies, driving efficiency, sustainability, and growth. You will play a key and active role in providing strategic direction and oversight for our operational and financial functions, ensuring alignment with our mission and goals, as we continue to grow and expand.
You will drive efficiency and effectiveness across our operations, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing solutions, and foster a culture of continuous evolution, where every team member is empowered to contribute to our success. Equally, you will put our people at the heart of our work, support our staff with development initiatives, providing opportunities for growth and advancement within the organisation.
About you
We seek someone with proven experience in operational leadership roles, with strong financial acumen and a track record of effective financial management and budget oversight. Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills are a must, and you will come with the ability to inspire and motivate others. Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities will come naturally to you, and you will have a focus on driving results and achieving organisational goals. Crucially, you will be able to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social impact.
We are based in Soho, London, and whilst we have a hybrid working culture there is an expectation that 3 days per week will be office-based.
If you have a passion for diversity and inclusion, we invite you to join us at Diversity Role Models. Together, we’ll create positive change and empower the next generation to embrace diversity and thrive. Join the team and be part of something truly meaningful!
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Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 7th May 2024.