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The Wiener Holocaust Library is one of the world's leading and most extensive archives on the Holocaust, the Nazi era and genocide. The Library's unique collection of over one million items includes published and unpublished works, press cuttings, photographs and eyewitness testimony.
This year we celebrate our 90th birthday.
The Library has its origins in the work of Dr Alfred Wiener, who campaigned against Nazism during the 1920s and 30s and gathered evidence about antisemitism and the persecution of Jews in Germany.
We have a consistent track record of being able to generate the voluntary income needed on an annual basis in support of our core work, but we recognise that with additional resource we can achieve much more to both secure the long-term future of the Library and enhance our work.
This new role has been established to lead and implement the engagement strategy with both individual and organisational donors that builds a sustainable pipeline of philanthropic support to maintain and extend the work of the Wiener Holocaust Library and to secure its legacy for future generations in combating hate.
While the Library has a commendable track record for restricted funding, there is a strong need to increase unrestricted funding, which requires that we are effective in achieving greater diversity in our income streams and the donor constituency.
Our potential reach extends beyond the UK and our track record to date includes successfully engaging with U.S. funders, which is a foundation that can be built upon.
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Read moreDirector of Development
£55,000 - £60,000
Full-time, permanent
London WC1 and hybrid
The Wiener Holocaust Library is one of the world’s leading and most extensive archives on the Holocaust, the Nazi era and genocide. The Library’s unique collection of over one million items includes published and unpublished works, press cuttings, photographs and eyewitness testimony.
This year we celebrate our 90th birthday.
The Library has its origins in the work of Dr Alfred Wiener, who campaigned against Nazism during the 1920s and 30s and gathered evidence about antisemitism and the persecution of Jews in Germany.
We have a consistent track record of being able to generate the voluntary income needed on an annual basis in support of our core work, but we recognise that with additional resource we can achieve much more to both secure the long-term future of the Library and enhance our work.
This new role has been established to lead and implement the engagement strategy with both individual and organisational donors that builds a sustainable pipeline of philanthropic support to maintain and extend the work of the Wiener Holocaust Library and to secure its legacy for future generations in combating hate.
While the Library has a commendable track record for restricted funding, there is a strong need to increase unrestricted funding, which requires that we are effective in achieving greater diversity in our income streams and the donor constituency.
Our potential reach extends beyond the UK and our track record to date includes successfully engaging with U.S. funders, which is a foundation that can be built upon.
How to apply
Application is by way of CV and a Supporting Statement, which should outline your motivations for wanting to be our first Director of Development and set out your credentials.
Closing date: Tuesday 2nd April
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Read moreAre you a senior Philanthropy leader with a passion for the piano, ready to take on a unique and ambitious new role?
Leeds International Piano Competition is one of the world's most celebrated music events and has launched the careers of some of the greatest pianists of our time. 'The Leeds' is regarded as a trailblazer for music competitions, among the top three piano competitions in the world.
This Director of Development opportunity is the charity's first philanthropic role of its kind. Spearheading a groundbreaking new approach to income generation, you'll help to secure the future and sustainability of an organisation with a rich and vibrant history.
Salary: £75k pro rata, open to full or part-time
Location: Leeds, London or remote
Benefits: Flexible appointment and terms can be negotiated
Culture: Life and family-friendly, open to suggested working patterns
We are able to consider candidates on either an employed or consultancy contract basis.
About the opportunity
'The Leeds' does things differently. They're a pioneering organisation when it comes to environmental sustainability (aiming to be the world's first carbon neutral piano competition by 2024) and proactively working towards greater gender equality for women.
Following a comprehensive independent review in 2023, LIPC has developed an evidence-based case for support which aims to build a £10m endowment over the next 5-10 years and diversify income streams to raise the £2.5m funding for the core costs of a 3-year programme. It's anticipated that funding will come from philanthropists in Yorkshire, London and the global piano-loving community, particularly in East Asia (Hong Kong/ Singapore) and potentially in the US.
About the role
As Director of Development, you'll provide inspirational leadership to enable and empower LIPC to develop strategic philanthropic relationships, both here in the UK and internationally.
Key tasks on your agenda will include:
* Propose and implement agreed fundraising strategy for the future endowment campaign and triennial operating costs.
* Build strong relationships with the key stakeholders, internally and externally.
* Establish personal credibility and working relationships with executive team and Trustees.
* Work closely with the Development Committee to approach and secure existing and potential new donors.
* Provide leadership and pastoral support to a Fundraising Manager and continue to build fundraising skills for the core team.
About you
You're a confident and highly-skilled philanthropy professional with a personal track-record securing high-value gifts at seven figures, working with both major donors and trusts and foundations.
You elegantly and effectively balance strategic thinking with operational hands-on fundraising, and you still get a kick from 'doing the doing'. Adept at managing and stewarding complex relationships with stakeholders and funders, you bring people together towards a shared vision and common goals.
We're looking for a talented and nurturing leader, who works with emotional intelligence and nuance when it comes to collaboration with individuals and teams at all levels.
We'll need you to be able to demonstrate and articulate a passion for the piano and the power of music to transform lives. If you are feeling inspired and motivated by what you've read, then we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please send a copy of your profile or CV in the first instance to Amelia Lee at Charity People.
Deadline: 9am on Thursday 5th April
Interview: dates to be confirmed
We would encourage you to make contact as soon as possible if you are interested.
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.
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Read moreAre you a senior Philanthropy leader with a passion for the piano, ready to take on a unique and ambitious new role?
Leeds International Piano Competition is one of the world's most celebrated music events and has launched the careers of some of the greatest pianists of our time. 'The Leeds' is regarded as a trailblazer for music competitions, among the top three piano competitions in the world.
This Director of Development opportunity is the charity's first philanthropic role of its kind. Spearheading a groundbreaking new approach to income generation, you'll help to secure the future and sustainability of an organisation with a rich and vibrant history.
Salary: £75k pro rata, open to full or part-time
Location: Leeds, London or remote
Benefits: Flexible appointment and terms can be negotiated
Culture: Life and family-friendly, open to suggested working patterns
We are able to consider candidates on either an employed or consultancy contract basis.
About the opportunity
'The Leeds' does things differently. They're a pioneering organisation when it comes to environmental sustainability (aiming to be the world's first carbon neutral piano competition by 2024) and proactively working towards greater gender equality for women.
Following a comprehensive independent review in 2023, LIPC has developed an evidence-based case for support which aims to build a £10m endowment over the next 5-10 years and diversify income streams to raise the £2.5m funding for the core costs of a 3-year programme. It's anticipated that funding will come from philanthropists in Yorkshire, London and the global piano-loving community, particularly in East Asia (Hong Kong/ Singapore) and potentially in the US.
About the role
As Director of Development, you'll provide inspirational leadership to enable and empower LIPC to develop strategic philanthropic relationships, both here in the UK and internationally.
Key tasks on your agenda will include:
* Propose and implement agreed fundraising strategy for the future endowment campaign and triennial operating costs.
* Build strong relationships with the key stakeholders, internally and externally.
* Establish personal credibility and working relationships with executive team and Trustees.
* Work closely with the Development Committee to approach and secure existing and potential new donors.
* Provide leadership and pastoral support to a Fundraising Manager and continue to build fundraising skills for the core team.
About you
You're a confident and highly-skilled philanthropy professional with a personal track-record securing high-value gifts at seven figures, working with both major donors and trusts and foundations.
You elegantly and effectively balance strategic thinking with operational hands-on fundraising, and you still get a kick from 'doing the doing'. Adept at managing and stewarding complex relationships with stakeholders and funders, you bring people together towards a shared vision and common goals.
We're looking for a talented and nurturing leader, who works with emotional intelligence and nuance when it comes to collaboration with individuals and teams at all levels.
We'll need you to be able to demonstrate and articulate a passion for the piano and the power of music to transform lives. If you are feeling inspired and motivated by what you've read, then we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please send a copy of your profile or CV in the first instance to Amelia Lee at Charity People.
Deadline: 9am on Thursday 5th April
Interview: dates to be confirmed
We would encourage you to make contact as soon as possible if you are interested.
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.
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Read moreThe Black Country Living Museum is an award-winning open-air museum.
Throughout its 46-year history, its aim has always been clear: Inspiring your discovery of the Black Country. The Museum ensures that the revolutionary story of the Black Country’s industrial landscape – the first ever of its kind in the UK – is celebrated by generations. They are close to completing their largest development ever, with a multi-million-pound investment bringing the region’s stories into the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s.
An important feature of the Museum is its independence. They do not look to others to achieve their results. Describing themselves as a heritage business, rather than a heritage service, within the intersection sweet spot between visitor attraction, museum and charity. They seek to appoint a new Director of Development and External Affairs to own income for the organisation and Prospectus is proud to be leading the search.
Director of Development and External Affairs
Black Country Living Museum
Permanent
On-site in Dudley
c. £70,000
The Director of Development and External Affairs will lead the fundraising, audiences, and communications teams and support the direction of strategic plans for the Museum. The Director will determine a strategic plan for commercial opportunities within the remit of the role including corporate sponsorship, hire and hospitality, filming and photography location shooting, as well as fundraising revenue streams. You will manage both capital and revenue income targets and support an experienced team to increase visitor attendance to achieve c. 400,000 visitors per year. Crucially you will deputise for the Chief Executive where appropriate.
The selected candidate will have leadership experience in an organisation of at least comparable scale and complexity and will have a track record of developing and delivering successful strategies across external affairs, fundraising and audiences. Ideally, you will have bags of enthusiasm for the Museum’s cause and independence and will enjoy working in – and harnessing – a supportive and creative organisation which attracts and retains diverse talent.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know if we can help you with the application process in any way. We are more than happy to make any reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. If you have any disability and would like assistance with completing an application, then please contact Ryan Burdock at Prospectus.
If you are interested in applying to this Director of Development and External Affairs position, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You’ll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
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Read moreMaccabi GB
Director of Fundraising
£55,000 - £60,000
Full-time, permanent
Harrow and remote
Maccabi GB is Britain’s leading Anglo-Jewish Sports, Health and Wellbeing Charity and has flourished for over 80 years. Our vision is for a healthy, active and proud Jewish community integrated within British society.
We are already widely recognised for our contributions to the British Jewish community through sports and educational initiatives. While we enjoy substantial income from an existing and loyal supporter base, the charity is not immune from the uncertainties stemming from economic fluctuations, amplified operational expenses, and heightened competition for funding.
Establishing a sustainable fundraising strategy becomes imperative therefore to foster growth and create an impact within a challenging economic landscape. The goal is to seamlessly integrate fundraising more professionally with the charity's fresh vision, mission, and values.
Maccabi GB boasts a diverse array of projects that offer significant fundraising potential and the opportunity to engage with diverse range of individual, organisational and civil society donors who can be inspired by what we do.
Future success will require the development of a cohesive fundraising strategy that is fully aligned with our vision and the objectives that we set ourselves in pursuit of our mission. This will need to be underpinned by a tight and effective operational framework that manages donor relationships effectively and ensures that decisions are always data driven and founded upon a solid business case.
The new role of Director of Fundraising has been established to lead this exciting development. There is a solid foundation upon which to build, and there is the commitment from the Board of Trustees and the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that you will be able to succeed. You will also have the active support from colleagues across the organisation.
How to apply
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact our recruitment partner, Simon Lloyd, Director, NFP. Contact details on our website listing
Application is by way of CV and a Supporting Statement, which should outline your motivations for wanting to be our first Director of Development and set out your credentials.
Closing date: Tuesday 2nd April
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Read moreDevelopment Assistant
Moorfields Eye Charity
Salary - £23,358-£27,251
Hours - Full-time (37.5 hours)
Location - City Road EC1 with hybrid working pattern
Benefits - Excellent package including 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
Are you looking for an exciting role in the charity sector? If you enjoy a role with variety then this could be the perfect opportunity for you. You will play an important part in supporting the Director of Development and fundraising team at Moorfields Eye Charity to help meet the aims of its ambitious five-year business plan for growth, embedding a culture of philanthropy across the Moorfields family. Your work will help the charity support world-leading eye research and innovations in patient care to help patients worldwide.
About the role
This role is an exciting opportunity for a confident self-starter to join a supportive and growing team and contribute to the delivery and growth of a successful fundraising programme. The role will provide administrative support to the Director of Development, Head of Philanthropy, and wider team. This is a hybrid role of administration and discrete project management which will offer lots of variety.
In this busy role, you will have the opportunity to work with a range of stakeholders including senior members of the team and supporters.
You will contribute to a range of projects including donor communications, stewardship and the charity's small trust mailing programme. You will also assist with the delivery of events.
About you
We are looking for an enthusiastic self-starter with strong administrative and organisational skills including diary management, room booking, record keeping, minute taking and data entry and experience working to deadlines and prioritising work.
You will enjoy working on a range of creative projects. Your ability to work as part of a busy, deadline-focused team and be proactive will be key to your success in this role.
You will be a confident communicator able to engage supporters and stakeholders at all levels. You will have excellent writing skills and strong attention to detail.
The application process is CV and Supporting Statement. In the first instance, please send your updated CV to Jen at Charity People for more information or contact Jen for an informal confidential chat about the role and to hear more about the next steps. The closing date is 9am on Monday 25 March. Interviews will take place on Thursday 28 March.
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.
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Read moreDirector
ML Community Enterprise
Full time, permanent role
London SW9
£54,500 - £62,500
ML Community Enterprise (MLCE) is Lambeth’s first ever staff mutual, and we support around 400 young people each year. We provide counselling and therapeutic work and help support young people into a variety of developmental opportunities including employment.
We largely work with young people from local communities, including those not in employment, education or training, young offenders, at-risk and risk-taking young people aged 12 to 19 years (and up to 25 with special needs). We also support those active in gangs to exit gang culture.
We encourage participation from all young people including those with disabilities, active in gangs, LGBT, at risk of perpetrating/experiencing other crime, those in the criminal justice system, and those with Mental Health or Special Education Needs.
As our new Director, you will be joining us a time when we have achieved great success in being recognised as a pioneering provider of therapeutic personal development interventions that can spark a new trajectory for young people who have experienced chaos in their lives and who are most at risk of harm in all its forms.
Our work has attracted interest and attention far beyond the boundaries of Brixton, Myatts Field and the London Borough of Lambeth. We are being recognised across London and in other major cities in the UK where the impact of social and racial inequity is felt the hardest.
I hope you are inspired to want to join us on our journey to bring hope to young people and wider communities and self-belief in their potential to thrive.
How to apply
Application is by way of CV and a Supporting Statement, which should outline your motivations for wanting to be our Director and set out your credentials.
Closing date: Tuesday 2nd April
There is a two-stage selection process
First Interviews: Week beginning 8th April
The first round will be conducted via video by NFP Consulting.
Second interviews: Week beginning 15th April
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Foundation Director
£90,000-£100,000
London and hybrid
FT, Permanent
This new Foundation takes a holistic view on the impact of economic and environmental factors that combine to impact the lives and well-being of women and girls globally and is in the process of establishing a UK operation.
As Foundation Director you will work closely with the Founder, as this is a family foundation, to determine the priorities and the strategy going forward supported by the infrastructure and capacity that will be needed.
Relationship development at UHNWI level will be an important component of the work of the Director so experience and credibility at this level will be required. Major charitable foundation experience would certainly be helpful also and even more so if this has been with a family foundation context.
Application is by way of CV initially and applications are being assessed and candidates interviews on a rolling basis.
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Read moreThe Global FoodBanking Network (GFN) seeks to nourish the world’s hungry by uniting and advancing food banks. Founded in 2006, GFN supports community-led solutions to alleviate hunger by connecting food banking organizations in approximately fifty countries that together serve more than thirty-two million people annually.
While millions struggle to access enough safe and nutritious food, nearly a third of all food produced is lost or wasted. We are changing that. We believe food banks directed by local leaders are key to achieving Zero Hunger and building resilient food systems.
The Global FoodBanking Network
Agricultural Recovery Hub Director
Salary: Starting at $65,000
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
This is an exciting opportunity to lead the establishment of the Agricultural Recovery Hub (ARH). The ARH Director serves as a resource for food banks globally to facilitate knowledge sharing, capacity building, and training in effective pre- and post-harvest food recovery. The ARH Director will also serve as an asset for food banks, agri-businesses, and government entities with an interest in product donation, food recovery, and food security. This new and hugely impactful position is based in Nairobi, Kenya but serves as a global asset learning from and supporting food banks all around the world.
The successful candidate will bring:
- Significant experience working in agriculture or agri-business related areas.
- Proven experience in managing complex cross-cultural settings and demanding projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Proven end-to-end program management experience with a strong working knowledge of project management tools.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills (written & verbal). English proficiency is required.
- Excellent ability to build strong relationships with local, regional and global internal and external stakeholders.
The Global FoodBanking Network is committed to diversifying the background of its workforce and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief or disability.
If you wish to have an informal discussion about the opportunity, please contact our retained advisors Harjit Bola or Mia Walker- Saunders at Prospectus.
For further information and to apply for this role, please review the appointment brief below:
Deadline for applications: Wednesday 3rd April
Preliminary Interviews with Prospectus (Online): w/c 22nd April
Interviews with The Global FoodBanking Network: w/c 6th May
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Read moreThe UK has one of the highest rates of childhood poverty for developed countries, with 29% of all children in the UK living in poverty. These rates are increasing as a result of cuts and under-investment yet the impacts of growing up in poverty can be long-lasting, affecting children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
The UK has one of the highest rates of childhood poverty for developed countries, with 29% of all children in the UK living in poverty. These rates are increasing as a result of cuts and under-investment yet the impacts of growing up in poverty can be long-lasting, affecting children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
The Ethos Foundation is an innovative family foundation seeking to support system change for children and young people, with a focus on early childhood development. Using collective impact and placed based approaches, Ethos seeks to bring together a wide range of partners to create long-term impact and social return on investment.
Foundation Director
The Ethos Foundation
Up to £85,000, dependent on experience and pro rata for four days a week (other work patterns considered)
West London (two days a week) and home-working
The Foundation is now looking for its first Director to accelerate the implementation of the new Ethos’ strategy and establish a five-year plan covering the initial period of the Foundation’s commitment to spend down its funds. This will include:
• Supporting the Board to develop the strategic approach for the Foundation, particularly in relation to systems change, place-based work and advocacy.
• Building and supporting positive relationships with grantees and strategic partners, including across the charity, research, policy and public sectors.
• Representing the Foundation externally, acting as an ambassador and networking to build new and existing strategic relationships, fostering the Foundation’s reputation as a leading, collaborative innovator.
This is an exciting opportunity for an impact focussed leader, with a passion for social and systems-level change, who brings experience of:
· Developing and implementing strategies that support systems change.
· Building and maintaining networks of positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, from the public, voluntary or private sectors.
· Facilitating and enabling collaboration between diverse groups to result in positive outcomes.
For further details and information on how to apply, please visit our dedicated microsite
For a confidential conversation or should you have any additional queries having reviewed the microsite, please contact Anna Gardet or Anna Gardet or Hayley Sheldon with a copy of your CV
Deadline for applications: Sunday 14th April 2024
Interviews with Prospectus: 18th – 26th April 2024
Interviews with Ethos Foundation: 9th May 2024
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Read moreSince its creation in 1987 Education for Health has been providing education and training to Healthcare Professionals. We provide a range of Higher Education courses from Certificate to a full master’s programme along with a growing range of Essentials, Refreshers and webinars across a range of long term conditions.
During the pandemic we created a new model of delivery – an interactive blended online learning model (IBOL), enabling people to access their learning at a time and a pace that suits them. This is supplemented by live interactive webinars and recorded lectures.
This is a pivotal time for the charity; the pandemic had an adverse impact on our income as weary healthcare professionals had no time or energy to devote to training. However, it provided us with an ideal opportunity to refresh our products using state of the art authoring tools and develop a new Learning Management System (LMS). The result was an ambitious automation programme, organisational restructure and functional realignment.
We also used the time to review our market and create new products. By bringing together sales, marketing, communications and customer focus into one directorate, we believe it will create a better coherence to enable us to achieve our ambitious plans. We have started the new financial year on a good footing with a plan in place to grow income from £1.5million to £1.8million this financial year, with similar growth each year to 2025. We are confident there is considerable potential to raise the profile of the charity to maximise impact and growth by extending our customer base geographically and widening our reach through strategic partnerships, campaigns, and working with more opinion leaders.
As a member of the Executive Team, the Director of Finance and Organisational Performance will use their experience, ideas, and knowledge of finance and organisational performance to lead Education for Health’s Finance, Systems, Information, Data and People functions to fulfil our business plan, supporting healthcare professionals to improve health outcomes.
For more information please download the Info Packs.
For an informal discussion, please email us.
Closing date: 8th April 2024
Interviews will take place on in our offices in Wellesbourne, Warwickshire on 16th April 2024
An exciting opportunity for an Interim Director of People to join one of the UK's largest providers of housing and social care.
The interim Director of People will be responsible for overseeing and leading on the delivery of the People Teams business as usual activities and the delivery of the People Plan priorities in addition to line management of the direct reports.
- Own and oversee the core HR systems & technology and ensure data integrity across all employee platforms working towards a goal of improving the employee self-service experience and a manager’s self-service platform.
- Continually improve the end-to-end employee experience, making the organisation an attractive and leading place to work in the industry.
- Work with the wider business to join-up and continuously improve the end-to-end people experience for our people and our clients.
- Review, report on and produce an improvement plan to improve the core basic people processes within the function.
- Promptly manage any underperformance within the team through line management.
- Create a clear set of delivery objectives for all line reports (specifically focusing on the People Operations).
- Oversee the ongoing key projects within the People Delivery Plan.
- Take responsibility for leading on any high level/complex Employee Relations.
- Shape and develop people initiatives, policies and processes balancing the need to improve the employee experience with commercial reality. Streamline process to make them more effective for the end user and to reduce heavy admin burdens within the team.
- Prepare and present papers for relevant committees (People & Culture Committee, Health & Safety Committee, Delivery Committee and Executive Board) as and when required.
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Director of Risk & Assurance
Choose Love
£75k - £82k - London- Hybrid
3 Month Fixed-Term Contract
Charity People are delighted to be partnering with Choose Love, in their search for an Interim Risk and Assurance Director. We are seeking a seasoned professional with extensive experience in risk management and assurance and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by high-profile fundraising charities and organisations funding and operating in high-risk regions.
Job Summary
The Director of Risk & Assurance will play a crucial role in ensuring the effective oversight, management, and mitigation of organisational risk. Specifically, the postholder will work closely with ELT, senior managers, and the Board of Trustees to develop a comprehensive strategic risk matrix with detailed attention to our programmes, partnerships and fundraising activities, such as safeguarding, financial, legal or reputational risks. There will be a focus on managing risks which could significantly affect the ability of Choose Love to fulfil our purpose.
About Choose Love
Choose Love does whatever it takes to provide refugees and displaced people around the world with everything from lifesaving search and rescue boats to food and legal advice. We identify the need and raise funds to close and prevent gaps in services and protections for refugees and displaced people requiring humanitarian support due to conflict, persecution and natural disasters.
Key Responsibilities
Program Risk Oversight:
- Provide strategic leadership in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with program activities, especially those in high-risk regions where, for example, there is a conflict or imposed government sanctions
- Collaborate with program teams, funded partners to develop risk management plans and ensure their effective implementation.
- Review due diligence and compliance processes and ensure they are comprehensive, proportionate and in line with legislation whilst enabling us to safely and responsibly fund the humanitarian work of grassroots organisations in high-risk regions
- Conduct regular risk assessments and provide timely recommendations to enhance program resilience
- Oversee and assess the risk profiles of funded partners, particularly those operating in challenging environments.
- Support to Programmes leadership in capacity building and upskilling the Programmes team in compliance and assessing risk during due diligence checks
Commercial and Fundraising Risk Mitigation:
- Develop and implement risk management strategies for commercial activities and high-profile fundraising initiatives
- Collaborate with the Partnerships team to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical fundraising practices
- Conduct due diligence on potential partners and stakeholders involved in fundraising activities
- Ensure that partnerships align with the organisation's risk appetite and ethical standards
Policy Development and Compliance:
- Develop and update risk management policies and procedures in alignment with industry best practices and evolving Choose Love's organisational needs
- Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards (and liaise with external advisors for support where necessary
- Prepare and implement organisational risk matrix, working with ELT and senior managers to ensure comprehensive risk oversight and management
- Advise and prepare regular reports for ELT and Board on overall risk appetite, health, and specific situational risk and mitigation strategies
- Ensure compliance with Charity Commission regulations
Essential Criteria
- Commitment to Choose Loves values and working to improve the lives of refugees and displaced people around the world
- Extensive experience in risk management, with ideally an focus on international development, humanitarian aid, or related sectors
- Proven experience working in high-risk regions and managing risks associated with complex programs with working knowledge of GDPR legislation and compliance
- Strong understanding of compliance, ethics, and best practices in the charitable sector
- Knowledge of risks associated with fundraising activities with high-profile stakeholders and potential for media and public attention
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and multitask in a fast-paced environment
To apply, due to the interim nature, please send a copy of your profile or CV ASAP in the first instance to Kate Headford. If you feel this disadvantages you in any way, please contact Kate at Charity People and she'll do her best to ensure you don't miss out.
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.
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Read moreAssociate Director of Finance
About the Charity
An international humanitarian charity, dedicated to supporting people and communities worldwide, is currently recruiting an Associate Director of Finance to join their UK team.
Working across multiple countries worldwide, this charity aids communities through the provision of on the ground relief (including medical and life-saving support) and aids displaced people and communities among other key programmatic areas. The charity is currently seeking an Associate Director of Finance to lead the operational and strategic finances. Working in partnership with the charity’s global teams, you will work to strengthen the charity’s financial and strategic UK policies to further their endeavours in responding to crises and conflicts globally.
Role
Working with charity’s Senior Management Team members as well as wider global team members, you will lead the finance function in the UK for this international charity. Managing the daily financial operations and supporting in the longer-term financial strategy, you will also be responsible for driving improvement and reviewing processes and procedures to implement efficient and improved ways of working. A summary of some key duties is listed as below:
- Staff management of a team of 4 direct reports and wider team of seven
- Oversight of and responsibility for all UK financial operations including month-end processes, financial reconciliations, payroll processes, and more.
- Serve as the UK finance lead and liaison to the charity’s Board and related committees.
- Lead the preparation of the annual financial statements including liaison with external auditors.
- Oversee the annual budgeting and reforecasting process.
- Responsible for the Charity’s timely and accurate VAT reporting.
- Ensure the monthly preparation of key analysis and commentary for budget holders.
- Work in partnership with the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to improve quality of commentary and variance analysis where needed.
- Provide and present written and verbal analysis and reports to UK Senior Management Team and wider global Senior Teams on relevant financial updates.
- Responsible for ensuring financial systems are up to date and fit for purpose.
- Ensure support of UK finance team, developing their skills and creating an inclusive work environment.
What’s on Offer
· Salary of £85,000 - £90,000 (DOE)
· Annual Leave of 28 days per year + Bank Holidays
· Up to 8% employer contribution to pension
· Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and requests available from day one
· 24/7 access to comprehensive Employee Assistance Programmes including access to physical and mental health care support and professionals
About You
You will be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) who has proven experience operating at a senior finance level within the charities sector.
You will be an experienced manager of finance teams and will have experience of leading the preparation of UK statutory accounts.
You will be a clear and confident communicator, able to engage stakeholders at all levels. You will be adept at building professional relationships with teams and personnel remotely.
A passion for humanitarian work is a must.
How to Apply
Please apply with a copy of your CV below or get in contact with Holly at Ivy Rock Partners for further details.
Application deadline is by Wednesday 27th March and first and second stage interviews are expected to be scheduled for the week commencing 8th and 15th April.
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