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Hay Festival is one of the worlds’ leading art and literature festivals, binging readers and writers together to share stories and ideas in events live and online. 

Based in Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Hay Festival Global runs 65 days of activities a year, bringing artists and audiences together in events and projects around the globe. In a time of division and polarity, we spark shared conversations to create a better world.

With our festivals and special projects, we provide spaces for imaginations to roam and creativity and curiosity to thrive. By sharing different perspectives through creative expression, we find truth and hope, and encourage audiences to imagine a more thoughtful future. A wide programme of education and outreach work runs alongside all of the festival’s events, engaging young people and communities and supporting generations of new writers. 

Our festivals reach a global audience of millions each year and continue to grow and innovate, building partnerships and initiatives alongside some of the leading bodies in the arts and media across the world.

As Sponsorship and Fundraising Assistant you will successfully contribute to the winning of sponsorship from existing and new clients and managing sponsor and Patron and Benefactor relationships for Hay Festival,UK. The post has a particular focus on generating income from event sponsors locally and regionally, as well as successfully managing the selling of exhibition spaces at Hay Festivals in the UK. 

As part of this job you will:

• Cultivate, manage and develop successful relationships with existing and new sponsors, with a focus on relationships up to £5k
• Identify and define on a local, regional and national level new and emerging sponsorship opportunities.
• Develop sponsorship proposals, packages and agreements for sponsors.
• Ensure sponsor requirements are met at our two UK festivals (Hay Festival, Hay-on-Wye and Hay Festival, Winter Weekend) manage complimentary ticket requests
• Ensure sponsors are acknowledged correctly, gathering artwork and sponsor logos for print and web. (Pre-show reel, online and print programme) 
• Maintain and update records for correspondence and invoicing
• Generate reports for sponsors
• Help manage and develop Patrons and Benefactors engagement and renewals, including invitations and complimentary tickets. (Book of the Month and Book of the Year mailings)
• Coordinate selection and booking process of exhibitors at Hay Festival Wales (Spring and Winter Weekend
• Identify and approach potential exhibitors to ensure a diverse visitor experience 
• Cultivate, build and manage successful relationships with existing and potential new advertisers for print and web
• Maintain advertiser pages on the Hay Festival website. 

Salary:                            £26,540
Hours of work:              37.5 hours per week
Pension:                         5% employee and 3% employer.
Holidays:                        25 days per year, plus Christmas shutdown (3 days) and public holidays (8 days)
Location:                        Hay Festival offices, The Drill Hall, Lion Street, Hay on Wye, HR3 5AD

We are a small dynamic team located on the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park in one of the most beautfiul areas in the UK, but with a reach across the globe and are looking for a talented fundraiser to join us.

You will successfully contribute to the winning of sponsorship from existing and new clients, and manage sponsor relationships for Hay Festival, Wales. This job is for you if you have proven success in a sponsorship or fundraising environment, have excellent communication skills and are able to work collaboratively and positively with a wide range of stakeholders. 

This job is for you if you have:

• Experience of securing sponsorship and successfully managing relationships with sponsors 
• Ability to effectively manage multiple relationships of varying complexities, meet strict deadlines and work well under pressure
• Experience in creating opportunities to drive new commercial/sponsorship ideas or partnerships 
• A proven track record of meeting financial targets and/or securing funding
• Experience of prospect research and ability to research and respond to opportunities.
• Strong customer relationship management skills and care – understanding of and modelling excellent donor management.
• Experience in managing effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience of coordinating membership or audience focused events.
• Excellent written communication skills, numeracy, organisational skills and attention to detail
• Enthusiastic team player with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Microsoft Office skills – Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• A full UK Driving Licence

If you also have knowledge, or love, of the arts, literature and current affairs, some experience of Canva or Adobe CC and are a Welsh speaker we would love to hear from you! 

To apply please send your CV and a letter explaining how your experience fits the role by midday February 18th 2025

The LSO is seeking a highly organised and experienced Corporate Partnerships Executive to join its dynamic Development team, account managing key strategic partnerships and supporting the Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager with approaches to prospective partners.

Partners of the LSO enjoy an association with our reputation for success, innovation and excellence. All LSO partnerships are tailor-made to deliver measurable business outcomes, greater social impact, and enhance employee well-being, making them a highly costeffective investment for any company. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager and Head of Development to account manage a range of current corporate partners, and develop new sponsorship opportunities, taking into account current corporate priorities and sector trends. This is an exciting time to join the team, as we develop our engagement opportunities with companies to ensure they remain current and attractive in the new business climate. 

This interesting role will support the theatre’s ambition to increase our revenue fundraising and development capabilities. In particular the post holder will be responsible for researching, cultivating, preparing applications for and stewarding Charitable Trusts and Foundations to raise funds for our Community and Outreach work and Play Your Part capital campaign. The focus will be on grants of up to £5,000. The post will also offer administrative support to the department focused on mid-level giving (Vanbrugh Supporters and Guardian Angels).

The post holder will be responsible for the accurate recording of income related to Trusts and Foundations, working closely with the Head of Creative Learning and Director of Development (DoD) to identify fundable propositions within the theatre. You will assist in the planning and delivery of donor events for Vanbrugh Supporters, Guardian Angels and current and potential Major Donors, helping to ensure a culture of continuous cultivation and engagement.  You will work closely with the DoD to enable the charity’s artistic, community and organisational aspirations.

This post is full time, though for the right candidate, a pro-rata 4-day equivalent will be considered.

POST HOLDER

You will be a strong writer and an organised, enthusiastic and hard-working individual. Ready to learn and very comfortable talking to a range of people, representing yourself as informed, intelligent, calm and knowledgeable member of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre team. Never afraid to ask questions but equally enthusiastic about looking for your own solutions. We are a happy and driven team and hope to find someone who compliments these characteristics to join us in the Development Department.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Database and record keeping

· Assisting in the maintaining of donor records on the CRM.

· Recording and reporting on donor activity as directed.

· Responsible for maintaining financial data, and production of written and verbal reports as directed.

Office administration

· First point of contact for external enquiries.

· Internal liaison with the Marketing Office and Finance Office.

· Assist within the Development Department, carrying out other duties as reasonably required.  

· Administration of the Development Committee including minute taking.

Fundraising

· Write applications and evaluation reports to Trusts and Foundations for grants up to £5k in support of the theatre’s activity with a major focus on the work of the Creative Learning Programme.

· Assist with running fundraising appeals as required.

· Maintain records of funds applied for and grants awarded; manage a calendar of application and report deadlines.

· Work with the Marketing Office and Finance Office to provide funding information for promotional purposes and to report gifts and grants received.

· Researching prospective Trust and Foundation supporters and assist with the identification of potential sources of grant funding.

· As required, assist with the production of case for support literature for funding applications.

· Gather briefing and background information for face-to-face prospect meetings.

· Assist with cultivation and stewardship events as required.

· Assist with donor needs and requirements, including booking of tickets for shows for higher level Vanbrugh members and Major Donors.

· Working with the DoD and Fundraising Associate to increase the number and value of Vanbrugh supporters annually to agreed targets, ensuring regular communications with donors and Vanbrugh members to enable them to recognise the importance of their support including the quarterly newsletter, Centre Stage.

· Stewardship and cultivation of the Guardian Angels, the theatre’s regular giving scheme for lower-level donors. Working with colleagues aiming to increase the number of Guardian Angels annually and increasing their base level donations.

· Work with colleagues in Box Office, Marketing, Catering and Front of House in the facilitation of events for the department and encourage and support a culture of fundraising within the Theatre.

Other

· Demonstrate an understanding of the theatre’s values, ethos and mission and to promote these through everyday practice in the role.

· Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy requirements as appropriate.

· Comply with the theatre’s Financial Regulations and financial management procedures.

· Observe the policies, procedures and practices of Health & Safety in all aspects of the role.

· Demonstrate the value and importance of equality and diversity in every aspect of the theatre’s work and show commitment through everyday practice in the role.

· Work in accordance with and promote the Theatre’s environmental sustainability policy and practices.

· Work continuously to improve individual knowledge, skills and behaviours for the current role and for the longer-term, gaining appropriate professional qualifications/accreditation and maintaining membership of appropriate professional bodies as appropriate.

· Participate in theatre events including when these are held in the evenings, at weekends or otherwise outside of normal working hours.

· Undertake such other duties as may reasonably be required from time to time

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Excellent organisational skills

Strong ability to prioritise tasks and adapt quickly to arising demands

A motivated self-starter able to meet project deadlines and achieve targets.

Commitment to working in a team environment

Strong numeracy and literacy skills.

Ability to represent the Yvonne Arnaud and its case for support with confidence and credibility. 

Excel and Microsoft word experience

CRM experience

KNOWLEDGE

Excellent and persuasive writer able to adapt style for a specific fundraising opportunity.

Basic financial skills & knowledge of financial processes.

An understanding of the arts and culture sector and its need for philanthropic support.

Ability to present a case for support in a Trust and Foundations fundraising arena.

GDPR knowledge

Knowledge of gift aid legislation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Maths and English GCSE, Level 5 or above

EXPERIENCE

Previous experience working in a fundraising team

Administrative experience

Minimum 1 year fundraising

Some experience fundraising from Charitable Trusts and Foundations

Knowledge of the charity sector

Events

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Attention to detail

Confident communicator, written and verbal

Ability to work on own initiative

Ability to multi-task

Good interpersonal skills

Trustworthy and able to handle confidential matters

Team player able to work productively with others.

How to apply

Application is by completing the Job Application Form, optional CV, covering letter and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form on the theatre website.

The closing date for applications is 14th February 2025.

Interviews will take place throughout the process as applications are received meaning the recruitment process could end before eh closing date.

Data Protection – If you apply for a job or work experience at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, we will need to collect certain personal data and special category data as part of your application. By providing information within your CV and covering letter, you are consenting to its use for the purpose of processing your application and assessing your suitability to the position applied for. If your application is unsuccessful, our policy is to delete/destroy the application six months after the closing date. If we feel that your details would be useful to keep for a longer period, should an appropriate position arise in the future, we will seek your permission to maintain these records for longer than six months.

Notification – Whilst it is normally our policy to notify applicants as to the outcome of their application as soon as possible after the closing date, it is not always possible to do so. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful.

Your new company
A high profile, London-based not-for-profit organisation.
Your new role
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for leading the production of the consolidated statutory accounts for the organisation in compliance with charity SORP and UK GAAP. You will coordinate the year-end process for the Group, including the preparation of the year-end timetable and monitoring it throughout the process. The anticipated duration is 3 months+. To start ASAP. Working arrangement: 1-2 days per week in the office.
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About Us

The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity established in 2017, managing over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats, historic buildings, and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These include Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, and more.

We also manage other important public spaces such as Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens, making these iconic green spaces some of the most visited attractions in the UK, with 77 million visits annually.

Our Learning Team creates inclusive, high-quality learning experiences across nature, heritage, and wellbeing, inspiring curiosity and fostering lifelong engagement for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

We are now looking for a Casual Learning Officer to join us for a casual contract on a flexible basis but with a minimum of 10 days worked per year.

The Benefits

• Salary of £17.45 per hour
• Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Offices in a beautiful location

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced outdoor environmental educator to join our inclusive and inspiring team, delivering exciting learning programmes in some of London’s most iconic green spaces.

You will have the chance to teach diverse audiences, enhance your skills and share the special spaces we manage, creating meaningful experiences that connect people of all ages.

So, if you’re ready to inspire and make an impact in some of London’s most treasured spaces, read on and apply today!

The Role

As a Casual Learning Officer, you will support the Learning Team on an ad-hoc basis.

Specifically, you will deliver engaging outdoor learning sessions to school groups, activities during family events, and other aspects of the learning programme independently and as part of a dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring team.

Additionally, you will:

• Contribute to the preparation of learning materials and resources
• Adapt to the needs of diverse audiences in an outdoor setting
• Support the Learning Team in maintaining high standards across all programmes

You may also be offered opportunities to provide administrative and customer service support for our adult and family learning events. This will include preparing and uploading event information online, responding to public enquiries about our programmes, and administering bookings.

About You

To be considered as a Casual Learning Officer, you will need:

• Proven experience delivering outdoor environmental education to school groups
• In-depth knowledge of ecology, natural heritage, and outdoor learning
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to perform effectively under pressure
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities with a flexible and adaptable approach to unforeseen circumstances

Other organisations may call this role Outdoor Learning Officer, Environmental Education Officer, Education Facilitator, Learning and Engagement Officer or Learning Support Officer.

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The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Casual Learning Officer, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.

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About the Client:

Sadler’s Wells is a world-leading creative organisation, dedicated to presenting, producing and touring dance made today in all its forms. Sadler’s Wells commissions, presents and produces more dance than any other theatre in the world – from tango to hip hop, ballet to flamenco, Bollywood to cutting-edge contemporary dance. With an innovative, year-round programme of performances and learning activities, this is the place where artists come together to create dance, and where we welcome everyone to experience dance and be inspired.

Our aim is to reflect and respond to the world through dance: enabling artists of all backgrounds to create dance that moves us and opens our minds; sharing those experiences with the widest possible audiences to enrich their lives and deepen their understanding of what it means to be human.

The Director of IT is responsible for ensuring that all parts of the Sadler’s Wells IT infrastructure run smoothly and securely, using it to improve processes and efficiency.

The post reports to the Director of Finance and Business Performance and is part of the Senior Management Team. With the upcoming growth of our organisation the role will develop with the postholder.

Key strategic and operational accountabilities:

•  IT procurement and vendor management
•  Cyber security and compliance
•  Process improvement
•  Data Control

Responsibilities:

Strategy planning

• Lead a review of departmental delivery and propose a roadmap for improvement. Sharing KPI frameworks and measures as required.
• Lead strategic planning for IT systems, building strong relationships with stakeholders to anticipate and understand future needs to meet the organisation strategic objectives.

Operational Management

• Ensure that the organisation has the IT infrastructure needed to support the business and maintain a roadmap of improvements and maintenance
• Ensure the smooth running of service delivery and positive user experience
• Embrace digital ways of working to adapt, grow and continue to deliver our mission in a changing cultural landscape.

Vendor, contract and budget management

•  Lead the procurement, project and vendor management for new systems and the re-tender of existing systems along with developing strong relationships with key suppliers
• Manage the IT budget and ensure that value for money is achieved.

Security and compliance

• Implement robust security measures to protect the organisation from cyber threat and ensure the team stay up to date with industry best practice
• Collaborate with other departments to develop strategies to minimise data and/or systems risks and maintain stability of systems.
•  Provide strategic oversight to ensure that all data is collected, stored and managed efficiently and effectively and within GDPR guidelines and best practice.

Leadership

•  Provide clear, effective and visible leadership to the IT team, ensuring that all team members are stimulated, motivated and guided to contribute fully to the success of the organisation.
• Develop talent within teams, reviewing and measuring performance, building confidence and growing skills.
• Empower team members to identify innovative approaches to enhance ways of working.

Skills and Experience

• Relevant IT qualification or equivalent experience in IT governance.
• Ability to be ‘on call’ for emergencies and business continuity recovery
• Experience of managing risk and Cyber security.
• Experienced IT leader, with a customer focused approach.
• Experience of public, private and hybrid cloud environments.
• Results-driven with a proven track record of high achievement through data and systems teams.
• Demonstrable experience in project management, driving organisation-wide initiatives, through collaboration.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Strong strategic planning skills with the ability to translate business needs to data and systems solutions.
• Ability to lead and monitor several projects concurrently.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with ability to articulate messages to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience of procurement to achieve best value for the organisation.
• Ability to respond to changing circumstances.
• Well-developed change management skills with the ability of understand the strategic “big picture” and set a clear direction.
• Ability to translate ideas into effective action speedily and within a finite budget.
• Ability to work collaboratively and bring teams together into a cohesive and effective unit.
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Convincing presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate with a broad range of stakeholders.
• A strong empathy with Sadler’s Wells’ values, mission and objectives
• Must currently hold the right to work in the United Kingdom

Experience of working within Performing Arts is highly desirable.  Please apply online if you have the relevant skills and experience for the role.

About Us

The Horniman Museum and Gardens is a unique attraction in south east London where global cultures and the natural world are brought together for everyone to enjoy. The Museum holds internationally important collections of anthropology and musical instruments, as well as a popular natural history gallery and Aquarium. The 16 acres of beautiful Gardens feature a tropical Butterfly House and offer stunning views across London.

About the Role

• The Climate Resilience Officer, positioned within the Estates Section, is the lead role in delivering on the Horniman’s Climate and Ecology Manifesto: 

o To learn and improve, to be a proactive partner, to change the way we work

o To support the reduction in pollution and minimise usage and waste

o To champion the investment in environmental research

o To inspire change for future generations

Key Responsibilities   

• Support the delivery of the Horniman’s Decarbonisation Plans, developed in 2024

• Delivery of Nature + Love Biodiversity activities

• Engage with and encourage all our workforce to get involved in sustainability initiatives to reduce the Horniman’s environmental and pollution footprint, increase biodiversity, and inspire others to do so.

• Correlate and communicate through various formats on the position and improvement strategy to all levels within the Horniman and externally, including Government and funding sponsors

About You

• You’ll be a data-driven individual with a passion and belief that with the right changes we can fight and win against world’s Climate Emergency

• You’ll be approachable and sympathetic to Staff and Public’s concerns, identifying and communicating creative solutions

• You’ll have a positive approach, with the voice to celebrate the wins and champion the improvements 

Key Qualities, Skills, and Experience

Education/qualifications

• Energy in buildings related qualifications (D) 

Knowledge and experience

• Professional experience and knowledge of sustainability issues such as carbon and energy management, data gathering and analysis (E)

• Knowledge of the relevant legislation, standards and best practice relating to environmental management of public places (E)

• Experience of providing professional advice to staff at all levels within an organisation (E)

Skills and abilities

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clear and concise technical reports and express sustainability issues in an accessible way to a variety of different audiences (E)

• Good organisation skills, able to plan and organise work appropriately (E)

• Excellent IT skills in all MS Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint (E)

Personal attributes 

• Demonstrate empathy with the Horniman mission and an interest in its exhibitions, activities and events 

• Commitment to equality and diversity

• Willingness to work flexibly to achieve corporate objectives

• Commitment to own learning and professional development

The closing date for completed applications is 10am on 30 January 2025.  Interviews will be held on 10 February 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for this role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The Horniman is an equal opportunities employer and we value and celebrate diversity. We want to better represent the communities in which we work but recognise that there is still much work to do in this area. We welcome and encourage all applicants and particularly encourage you to apply if you are from a community that is often disadvantaged by society or of minority background.

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Rheolwr Datblygu Busnes (De-ddwyrain Cymru)
Heneb – Ymddiriedolaeth Archaeoleg Cymru
Tymor Penodol (2 flynedd)
£35,000 y flwyddyn

Mae Heneb yn sefydliad elusennol sydd wedi ymrwymo i warchod a hyrwyddo treftadaeth archaeolegol gyfoethog Cymru.

Bydd y Rheolwr Datblygu Busnes yn gyfrifol am wthio ac ehangu gwasanaethau prosiectau archaeolegol Heneb yn Ne-ddwyrain Cymru. Mae'r rôl hon yn cynnwys nodi cyfleoedd busnes newydd, datblygu partneriaethau â datblygwyr, penseiri ac arweinwyr y diwydiant adeiladu a chynyddu refeniw trwy gontractau prosiectau archaeolegol.

Bydd deiliad y swydd yn gallu gweithio’n hybrid trwy gymysgedd o weithio gartref a gweithio mewn swyddfa yn unrhyw un o’n swyddfeydd yn Ne-ddwyrain Cymru (Baglan neu Gasnewydd), a bydd angen teithio ledled y rhanbarth.

Anfonwch eich CV a llythyr eglurhaol yn amlinellu eich addasrwydd ar gyfer y rôl at y Pennaeth Archaeoleg, John Roberts erbyn 14 Chwefror 2025.

Mae Heneb wedi ymrwymo i gyfle cyfartal ac yn annog ceisiadau gan bob unigolyn cymwys.

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Business Development Manager (Southeast Wales)
Southeast Wales
Heneb - The Trust for Welsh Archaeology
Fixed Term (2 years)
£35,000 per annum

Heneb is a charitable organisation committed to preserving and promoting Wales's rich archaeological heritage.

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for driving and expanding Heneb’s archaeological project services in Southeast Wales. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, developing partnerships with developers, architects and construction industry leaders and increasing revenue through archaeological project contracts.

The post-holder will be able to work hybrid with a mix of home working and office working based in any of our Southeast Wales offices (Baglan or Newport), with travel across the region required.

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to Head of Archaeology John Roberts by 14 February 2025.

Heneb is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Community Engagement Officer

Hertford Castle Greenspace Renewal

Fixed Term Contract until 30th May 2025

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 37 hours per week (some evening and weekend working will be required)

Location: Hertford Castle

Salary: £31,000 FTC (pro rata)

Interviews: ASAP

Start: ASAP

Charity People are thrilled to be recruiting on behalf of Hertford Castle Greenspace Renewal to find them a passionate and solutions focused Community Engagement Officer to see the project through the reminder of the development phase over the coming months. Some exciting changes are in motion for the greenspace at Hertford Castle, with nearly £350,000 being awarded to develop plans for nature conservation, heritage preservation and infrastructure improvements. Hertford Castle Greenspace Renewal project has been made possible thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund, thank you to National Lottery players. HCGR is an exciting project, working in partnership with East Herts District Council, Hertford Town Council and Hertfordshire County Council's Countryside Management Service.

The successful postholder will be responsible for the delivery of a programme of engagement activities to promote the Hertford Castle Greenspace Renewal project. You will develop an innovative community engagement programme, with particular focus on audiences of priority, including those who do not currently visit or engage with the site, and you will ensure you are proactively removing any barriers to reach new and diverse audiences. This will involve delivering some events that are already being prepared for, setting up programme focus groups for volunteers and stakeholders, and developing networks to build engagement with, such as local schools, cultural, heritage and community groups.

Other duties include:

• Develop Activity Plan and Interpretation Plan for submission as part of the National Lottery Heritage Fund Delivery Phase application.
• Responsible for high visibility acknowledgement of the National Lottery Heritage Fund on site, online and in all activities as well as using the project to acknowledge and thank National Lottery Players.
• Deliver geophysical surveying public event.
• Deliver and evaluate visitor observation surveys.
• Undertake consultation with stakeholders and the wider public to inform them of delivery phase proposals.
• Develop Activity Plan and Interpretation Plan for submission as part of the National Lottery Heritage Fund Delivery Phase application.
• Deliver and evaluate visitor observation surveys.
• Undertake consultation with stakeholders and the wider public to inform them of delivery phase proposals.
• Develop printed and online resources and materials to expand reach for engagement

The ideal candidate will be an allrounder, with excellent project management skills, a strong communicator, who can easily build relationships with stakeholders and communities. Skilled in identifying new funding and partnership opportunities, you will bring experience of creative writing to aid writing compelling bid proposals. Ideally you will have proven knowledge and experience of delivering externally funded projects and working within reporting frameworks, budgets and timescales.

You will be available to work some evenings and weekends (to be arranged by the successful post holder) for the focus groups, maybe some evenings in March and the key BioBlitz event on Sunday 23^rd March. Please note, time off in lieu for any work out of your working hours.

Online interviews will take place at the end of week commencing the 20^th, or on the 27^th January, with the view of starting straight away ideally.

Please send your CV and availability without delay.

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.

Chief Executive

£154,258.84 - £170,472.40

Location: Commonwealth House, 38 Albion Street, Glasgow G1 1LH

Ref: GLA13074

Bursting with energy, passion and personality, Glasgow is Scotland’s cultural and sporting powerhouse and one of Europe’s most vibrant and dynamic cities. As the UK’s first UNESCO City of Music, Scotland’s first UNESCO Learning City, and the only city to have been named European Capital of Sport twice, Glasgow is home to world-class museums, galleries and attractions, a rich architectural heritage and a thriving and diverse food and drink scene. Glasgow’s outstanding programme of year-round events and festivals is recognised globally, and the city is a first-choice destination for nearly four million tourists every year.

As one of Scotland’s largest charities, Glasgow Life is at the heart of this wonderful city. We work to promote the life-changing benefits of culture, physical activity and sport, as well as promoting Glasgow to a global audience.

Working across museums, libraries, the arts, music, physical activity and sport, learning, and heritage programmes, we are committed to ensuring everyone benefits from the life-changing experience of participating in culture, physical activity and sport. Our passionate colleagues and volunteers provide support and inspiration for the people of Glasgow, enabling them to access the experiences that matter most to them.

The primary focus of the Chief Executive of Glasgow Life is to maximise the positive impacts the charity has in Glasgow and Scotland, leading the delivery of the city’s innovative strategies for culture, libraries, physical activity and sport, events, and tourism, as well as contributing to Glasgow’s wider heritage strategies and community planning.

The Chief Executive is also responsible for nurturing and further developing relationships with key Scottish, UK and international stakeholders for the benefit of Glasgow Life.

The Chief Executive drives our high-performance culture, ensuring our charity delivers against it ambitious vision, mission and purpose.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the strategic direction, financial planning and culture of the organisation, driving Glasgow Life’s vision and strategy to ensure long-term organisational and financial sustainability.
• Leading the delivery of Glasgow Life’s plans to improve the mental and physical wellbeing of citizens and visitors through culture, physical activity and sport.
• Continuing to find innovative ways to grow and diversify Glasgow Life’s income base, optimising its assets and identifying new opportunities for growth, creating a sustainable future for the organisation and the best possible services for Glasgow’s citizens.
• Leading the approach to securing grant funding, public & institutional donations and fundraising activities.
• Supporting the city’s visitor economy and enhancing the city’s reputation as a great place to live, work, learn and visit through the delivery of local, national and international events and the management of world-class collections.
• Building, managing and nurturing highly effective relationships, influencing key stakeholders, partner organisations and other agencies to increase the focus on the impact that culture, physical activity and sport has on community wellbeing as well as economic regeneration, informing both national and international policy.
• Providing strong EDI leadership, ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion principles are embedded across Glasgow Life, and that policies and services reflect the changing needs of Glasgow’s communities and workforce, and that equal opportunity and diversity are celebrated.
• Representing Glasgow Life as part of Glasgow City Council’s Corporate Management Team.

Candidates should be able to evidence a strong track record of successful delivery and experience in a senior strategic leadership role within a complex and large organisation, delivering excellent business results and customer focused services.

We are looking for a dynamic leader with exceptional communication and influencing skills, combined with the ability to manage complex relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders both internally and externally.

Experience of working in a political environment and strong working knowledge of the challenges facing the public and charitable sectors in Scotland will be highly advantageous.

Please note that under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 this post is politically restricted.

As part of Glasgow Life’s employment checks, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check.

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Diversity matters at Glasgow Life

We're determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Closing date is 11.59pm on Friday 14th February 2025

Information is available in alternative formats, on request.

Your new company

Working for a world-renowned, prestigious venue in the heart of London, celebrated for hosting a diverse array of events and continually growing. This is a hybrid role that requires 3 days in the office per week.

Your new role

• Reporting to the Finance Transactions Manager and working alongside another Purchase Ledger Assistant.
• Processing high volumes of invoices (around 300 per week).
• Weekly payment runs.
• Reconciliation of supplier statements.
• Analysis of month end purchase ledger balances, including aged creditor analysis.
• Balance sheet reconciliations - purchase ledger, petty cash etc.
• Opportunity to get involved with month-end.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience processing high volumes of invoices.
• Strong understanding of debits, credits and reconciliations.
• Strong IT (Excel) skills.
• At least 2 years of solid experience within a purchase ledger role.
• Experience creating/reviewing payment runs.

What you'll get in return

• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays.
• Free lunches every day.
• Complementary staff ticket scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Study support.
• Discretionary bonus, subject to business performance, scheme and rules eligibility requirements.
• Etc

What you need to do now

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The Museums Association is seeking a part-time (18 hours per week spread over 3 or 4 days Monday to Thursday) Health and Wellbeing in Museums Project Officer to deliver the Health and Wellbeing in Museums Fund, supported by the Julia Rausing Trust, for 24 months.

The fund is a grants programme supporting UK museums to develop and continue sector-leading health and wellbeing work through a time of financial crisis and to embed excellent practice.

The project officer is at the centre of this programme as advisor and facilitator for museum applicants and grantees; lead for comms and learning dissemination in the UK museum sector; and link to external evaluators to understand and enhance the impact of this programme.

The project officer will report to the grants manager and work closely with her on programme development. While the role is fixed term for two years, there is potential to continue working on monitoring and evaluation at a reduced level at the end of this period.

The ideal candidate will have a good knowledge of the museums sector and be a great listener and communicator. You’ll be excited by the prospect of championing best practice in health and wellbeing in museums. You’ll have a good attention to detail and be able to summarise large quantities of information into key messages.

The Museums Association is a dynamic and campaigning membership organisation with a mission to inspire museums to changes lives. We have a strong vision and values and a bold business plan. Joining us at this time would be an excellent opportunity to work for a vibrant and inclusive organisation and be part of a friendly and enthusiastic team.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 9 February 2025 at 11.59pm.

Interviews will be held online on Thursday 27 February 2025.

For more information on how to apply, please visit our website.

Fantastic opportunity for a Finance Business Partner to join The Courtauld, a world-renowned specialist Arts and education institution.  The Finance Business Partner will provide insightful financial management information that will help The Courtauld to make the best informed strategic and tactical decisions.  By drawing on their high-level analytical skills and commercial acumen the Finance Business Partner will develop systems and processes to help shape a best-in-class business partnering support to their stakeholders.

Key areas of responsibility will include;

• Business partner members of the Senior Management Team and heads of support functions and trading subsidiary
• Provide accurate, reliable, and timely financial information including monthly management accounts, forecast, budget-holder reports and project reporting
• Build trusted partnerships with the business to influence and support tactical and strategic business decisions, promoting business improvements and cost reductions. Communicate data (both written and verbal) in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner. Help drive critical business actions
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, and the ongoing monitoring of actual and forecast financial performance, identifying any deviations and highlighting them to the Head of FP&A
• Ensure an appropriate distinction is maintained between restricted and unrestricted funds and monitor use of restricted funds to ensure all restrictions are observed
• Produce cash flow reports and prepare and monitor the cash flow forecast
• Provide commercial analysis and support including, but not limited to, margin and profitability analysis, costings, forecasting and reviewing contracts
• Prepare the trading subsidiary management accounts and support management in preparation of the budget
• Work with the Head of FP&A to develop key performance metrics, appraise current activities of the organisation, and identify and communicate opportunities to maximise revenue and/or reduce expenditure
• Provide ad-hoc financial guidance for departments as required, ensuring a high level of responsiveness and assistance to colleagues across the organisation

In order to be successful in this role, you will have;

• Formal qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA)
• Relevant experience of business partnering gained in a charity, Not for Profit or Higher Education setting 
• Ability to thrive in an evolving environment, be adept at developing processes and procedures
• An appetite for automation and further development of finance systems
• Able to be office based for 3 days a week (Kings Cross/Somerset House)

Fantastic benefits include 30 days holiday plus 6 extra closure days, extremely generous USS pension contribution, hybrid work pattern, free entry to events and subsidised café/shop purchases.

This is a great opportunity to work for an iconic educator and gallery, to be part of the next phase of their story.

Closing date 2nd of February.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received so you are encouraged to apply as soon as you are ready.  To discuss your suitability please contact Sian Negal at Morgan Law in confidence.  Applications sent to The Courtauld will be redirected to Morgan Law as the sole agent managing the recruitment.

Management Accountant required for a prestigious Not-for-Profit organisation in central London. The role will be responsible for leading the month end process, budgeting, forecasting and supporting stakeholders with financial management.

We are looking for candidates to demonstrate relevant experience of leading the preparation of management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis in a charity/not-for-profit/public sector setting.

You will have the confidence to support to budget holders, offering both support and challenge to their departmental numbers, have excellent communication skills and be a proactive problem solver.

This is an urgent requirement to start ASAP. Offered on a FTC basis, it is likely that this will be for 12-18 months in duration.

Hybrid working arrangements - 3 days in the office.