Do you want to be part of an organisation that fights for children every single day? Then join us as HR Business Partner, partnering proactively with senior managers across the organisation at a strategic level, identifying HR requirements and working with HR specialists to deliver what's needed.
It is an exciting time to join the HR team at Save the Children UK. We are embarking on a significant departmental change to drive the delivery of first class service to our organisation. Our key focus is to deliver a more streamlined, efficient and consistent service that will enable the organisation to focus on its number one commitment; improving the lives of children around the world. As a result we have created a number of new specialist roles within the HR team to drive forward the change within HR and the wider organisation, with a strong focus on improving our culture and supporting our people. Right now, we are looking for people who want to help build a leading HR function and establish a long-term approach to achieving these goals. So, if you want to join us on this exciting journey and play a key role in an organisation which fights for children every single day then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
As HR Business Partner you will provide proactive advice and coaching to senior management teams on people and organisational issues and implications of proposals. You will also support the HR Leadership Team to contribute to the delivery of the organisation's People and Culture Strategy, providing divisional and organisational insight into how the strategy is deployed to establish a long-term approach to improving our culture and supporting our people. In addition you will:
• Work with divisional leadership teams to create, develop and deliver People Plans that meet their strategic needs
• Support the HR Leadership Team to deliver the requirements of the organisation and People & Culture strategy
• Provide project management support to the HR specialist teams ensuring that they understand Divisional service drivers and that they can turn the Divisional service vision into action
• Contribute to the development of all people related policies and undertake research & development of innovative best practice HR services, policies and principles.
To be successful you will have a strong background in HR, with experience of using your people expertise to deliver long-term value. Evidence of managing change arising from significant changes to business practices, behaviours and attitudes is essential as is experience of HR planning. In addition you will have:
• Excellent influencing, facilitation and communication skills and be comfortable preparing and presenting reports and proposals to senior management/board groups
• Excellent leadership qualities, with an emphasis on delivering through others, and evidence of coaching, developing and performance management of others
• Strong project and programme management skills.
At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
If you share our belief in the power of children, join the fight. It takes relentless determination, creativity and a real commitment to real change. Because every child should be able to make their mark on their world, and help to build a better future. We look forward to hearing from you.
To apply please visit our website.
Closing date: 11th October 2020
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We are looking for an experienced individual to join us as Safeguarding Advisor, playing a vital role in the Safeguarding Team and providing effective and operationally sound advice across Save the Children UK.
As Safeguarding Advisor you will be responsible for a variety of key functions, such as developing and delivering training to staff and partners, supporting the roll-out of new ways of working and helping to establish an effective, survivor-focused, approach to our safeguarding commitments. You will maintain positive and constructive relationships with law enforcement agencies, Social Care bodies and other statutory and/or investigatory bodies in connection with safeguarding allegations or concerns. In addition you will:
Conduct investigations and other incident management work in connection with safeguarding allegations and suspicions of abuse; Provide professional specialist supervision, training and oversight to staff managing safeguarding cases and other critical incidents;
Develop training resources and deliver training to staff members, volunteers and partners;
Provide specialist advice and guidance to partners to support improvements in the way we all safeguard the welfare of all those who come into contact with Save the Children.
To be successful you will have good experience in Child Safeguarding, Preventing Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), Gender Based Violence or another relevant specialism. You should also have experience or knowledge of investigating abuses perpetrated by professionals in a survivor-centric way. A willingness to travel, where required, sometimes at short notice, is an important part of the role. In addition you will have:
An understanding of trauma and how this may impact on work in the sphere of sexual violence
Demonstrable experience working with and coordinating diverse groups of staff and other actors
Experience with and enthusiasm for coaching, mentoring and on the job training and capacity strengthening
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including competence in the delivery of training.
Applicants with professional fluency in either Arabic or French are particularly encouraged to apply.
At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. If you share our mission, are passionate about making it happen and strongly believe you can contribute then join us and we'll give you every opportunity to succeed. We look forward to hearing from you.
For more information and to apply please visit our website.
Closing date: 11th October 2020. Interview date: 15th October 2020
Please note - whilst this role is advertised as office based, Save The Children UK will remain a remote-working organisation until at least 30 June 2021.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, LGBT+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as these are underrepresented at Save the Children UK.
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Do you want to be part of an organisation that fights for children every single day? Then join us as the Chief Financial Officer, reporting to the CEO and working closely with the other Executive Directors, you will be responsible for ensuring that SCUK has a forward-looking financial business model, a budget which aligns resources to strategy, effective finance business partnering for programming and fundraising activities, and strong systems for financial management and control.
In Support Services we provide leadership and direction in the business of running an efficient organisation. We ensure our resources are used to maximum effect. We go the extra mile - and we don't rest until the work is done.
As Chief Financial Officer you will provide effective leadership to the finance team and drive increased staff engagement through effective communications and strong line management. You will develop and implement a forward-looking financial strategy that addresses the changing constraints and opportunities within the sector, aligns resources to our organisational strategy, and optimises the allocation of resources for maximum impact. You will also be responsible for managing SCUK’s financial relationships with the wider Save the Children movement. In addition you will:
• Ensure effective financial management and control, including through strong systems of budgeting, forecasting, control and reporting; and effective Treasury and finance operations functions
• Ensure effective financial reporting
• Ensure strong financial business partnering – using clearly communicated financial information, and strong commercial and impact analysis to support good decision making
• Drive progress towards a more efficient organisational operating model, working closely with the Executive Director of Transformation to develop and deliver key initiatives, and plan the changes needed to meet budgetary and headcount targets.
• Support the Board of Trustees to provide effective supervision of financial management
To be successful you will be a qualified accountant, or equivalent, with substantial senior level financial experience in a major organisation – covering budgeting and forecasting, reporting, financial control and business partnering. With strong influencing skills, you should have the ability to provide effective leadership through vision, engagement and accountable delivery. In addition you will have:
• Substantial senior level management experience in a complex organisation.
• A proven ability to work confidently and competently at Executive Director and Board level, with experience in communicating to and influencing senior leaders.
• The ability to be an excellent team player and team builder, who nurtures, develops and unleashes the full potential of peers and reports behind inspirational goals.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to use numbers to paint pictures and tell stories that drive action.
At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do
everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us.
If you share our belief in the power of children, join the fight. It takes relentless determination, creativity and a real commitment to real change. Because every child should be able to make their mark on their world, and help to build a better future. We look forward to hearing from you.
To apply please visit our website.
Closing date: 4th October 2020
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CHILDREN'S RIGHTS
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Do you like being empowered? And empowering others? Do you have experience of successfully leading a team? Are you passionate and creative? Are you flexible, adaptable and willing to learn? We're excited to be able to offer you an opportunity to join our team.
We're looking for someone who loves working with people and has the ability to lead, inspire and empower those around them. Our successful candidate will be someone who is friendly and positive in their approach and attitude, with the energy to instil this in others. They will be able to work collaboratively with peers and colleagues, actively engaging with others and building strong working relationships. We also require someone with a business mind with the ability to make confident commercial decisions.
As a Shop Manager, we can offer you a challenging but enjoyable and hugely rewarding role with Save the Children. We will provide you with the right support and coaching you need in order to successfully manage and lead a team of volunteers in running one of our Mary's Living & Giving shops.
The Mary's Living & Giving philosophy is about bringing the local community to life, creating a welcoming environment for people to come together with energy, kindness and love. See attached.
Does this excite you? Is this something you can believe in?
If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Working in more than 120 countries, Save the Children does whatever it takes to create breakthroughs in the way the world treats children. Together, we save children's lives, fight for their rights and help them fulfil their potential.
At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. If you share our mission, are passionate about making it happen and strongly believe you can contribute then join us and we'll give you every opportunity to succeed. We look forward to hearing from you.
Closing Date: 30th September 2020
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, LGBT+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as these are underrepresented at Save the Children UK.
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Fixed term contract for 6 months
Do you want to be part of an organisation that fights for children every single day? Then join us as Health & Safety Adviser and assist in implementing strategies in order to meet Save the Children UK’s legislative requirements in our offices, shops, programmes, events and activities across the UK and abroad.
In our Support Services department, we fight for children every single day. We provide leadership and direction to the business so that we run an efficient organisation. We ensure our resources are used to maximum effect.
As Health & Safety Adviser you will be have two primary objectives for the period of employment which are to review and update key Health and Safety Policies and Procedures for the charity, and to support the Health and Safety Manager on the successful implementation of new on-line Health and Safety training, including a DSE self-assessment module. You will also assist the Health and Safety Manager on safety, health and welfare matters to ensure that Save the Children complies with its statutory obligations, including those arising from the coronavirus pandemic. In addition you will:
• Understand the application of the Health and Safety at Work, etc. Act 1974 and other legislation relevant to the charity and make recommendations to ensure they are managed appropriately
• Keep up to date with changes in current legislation and apply this to the decision-making process
• Assist in ensuring that all assessments as required by legislation are conducted and reviewed at relevant intervals
• Conduct health and safety inspections as required within the charity’s operations and prepare reports
• Initiate immediate communication with the person responsible for health and safety in the respective area if situations are found, that in the post holder’s opinion, require immediate rectification or the stopping of any operation.
To be successful you will be qualified to NEBOSH General Certificate level or equivalent with experience in a Health & Safety role. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are also essential in order to work with, provide advice to, train, and promote excellence in health and safety to all staff. You will also have experience in drafting health and safety policies to a high standard. In addition you will have:
• Experience of supporting the implementation of online health and safety training modules
• A persuasive approach, and ability to liaise and collaborate with multiple stakeholders across Save the Children
• The ability to organise and prioritise workload in a busy and fast changing environment
• The capability to remain flexible within core working hours and occasionally out of hours.
At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
If you share our belief in the power of children, join the fight. It takes relentless determination, creativity and a real commitment to real change. Because every child should be able to make their mark on their world, and help to build a better future. We look forward to hearing from you.
Closing date: 30th September 2020
What we do
CHILDREN'S RIGHTS
Most governments promise to protect children... Read more