About GiveDirectly
GiveDirectly aims to reshape international giving - and millions of lives - by enabling donors to provide capital grants directly to some of the world’s poorest people. GiveDirectly’s cash transfers stand on the shoulders of giants, backed by hundreds of high quality research studies that have documented the myriad positive impacts of cash on peoples’ lives.
GiveDirectly has been at the forefront of this evidence generation effort since we launched a decade ago. Fifteen randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of GiveDirectly’s programs are either ongoing or completed. These have covered diverse, cutting edge research questions including: the macro impact of transfers on local economies, the impact of a universal basic income, and establishing cash as a benchmark that traditional, ‘in kind’ aid interventions should beat in order to be considered cost-effective. We are increasingly seeking to integrate qualitative and quantitative approaches within individual studies to better understand how and why change happens.
These studies do not just sit on dusty shelves -- since 2018, GiveDirectly RCTs have been covered in top media outlets including: Washington Post (twice), New York Times, The Economist, Vox (several times over), Quartz, NPR (twice), DevEx, Fast Company, Axios and Wired. Delivering and disseminating research studies have become a core part of GiveDirectly’s value proposition to donors, and central to our ability to raise the revenue that enables people living in poverty to transform their own lives.
Cash transfers are at a potential inflection point: COVID-19 has amplified the challenges of bulkier in-kind aid models, and governments are deploying cash as their most common tool of assistance to vulnerable populations. This brings new research challenges and opportunities. How do we combine existing research knowledge with recent data to design high-impact programs in a new humanitarian context? How do we evaluate the impact of those programs when in-person data collection is not possible?
GiveDirectly currently operates in multiple African countries: DRC, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Morocco, Rwanda, Togo and Uganda. We have also delivered disaster response programs in the United States and the Bahamas.
About the role
We are seeking a versatile individual who can lead our research function through our next phase of growth: overseeing high quality academic research studies (e.g. managing 11 ongoing RCTs), equipping our team to design evidence-informed programs (e.g. synthesizing existing research on nutrition impacts of different cash designs), and setting the research agenda for the coming years (e.g. what are the highest priority questions to answer?).
This role requires a dynamic leader, who is animated by both the practical problem-solving needed to drive research excellence (e.g. how do we deliver robust impact research at high speed in a humanitarian setting?), and the research uptake challenge of leveraging the evidence base to maximize program impact and grow the global cash movement.
Our team is passionate about shifting the status quo with respect to how and by whom decisions are made in the aid space. We believe elevating recipient choice is critical, as are demonstrably committing to transparency around metrics and evidence. We are looking for applicants who are deeply aligned with these objectives, and energized by the prospect of building an organization that advances them.
Reports to: Managing Director
Responsibilities:
-
Research oversight
-
Ensure excellence across all external GD research studies (most of which are RCTs) through proactive project and stakeholder management across academics, research delivery partners, GD Field Operations, Field Technology and Revenue teams and funding partners.
-
Support the GD Field Operations teams to design and deliver robust internal (non-experimental) monitoring and evaluation of a wide range of projects, leveraging GD’s extensive routine data collection through SMS, USSD and phone surveys.
-
Program and research design
-
-
Drive evidence-informed program design within GD by synthesizing existing data and evidence in accessible formats and championing research uptake during the program design process
-
Partner with Revenue and Field teams to design programs that are operationally feasible, evidence-driven and meet donor requirements, thoughtfully assessing the trade-offs required
-
Design new research studies -- always in partnership with GD teams, and often in partnership with external academics
-
Develop a deep understanding of the impact of research design choices on the work of GD Field Operations and Field Technology teams, and use that knowledge to design research studies that thoughtfully negotiate the trade-offs between multiple priorities.
-
-
Fundraising
-
Equip GD’s Revenue teams (e.g. Partnerships, Communications, Growth) with high-quality, accessible tools (e.g. cash evidence summaries by topic / domain) that enable them to:
-
Communicate clearly with external audiences about the prevalence of cash programs and the impact of cash transfers, ensuring GD’s reputation for honest communication about evidence is maintained
-
Write funding bids that are informed by the latest evidence about cash transfers without needing to seek bespoke advice
-
Maximize the reach and impact of GD research publications by communicating externally about results, and synthesizing findings so others on the team can do so (e.g. summary notes, slide decks)
-
-
Enable high-quality donor reporting by providing timely progress updates on research studies
-
-
Research strategy
-
Develop GiveDirectly’s research strategy for the next 3 years. Establish the high priority research questions GD studies should seek to answer, integrating the perspectives of GD Field Operations and Revenue teams, and looking for new ways to advance our understanding of recipient perspectives (e.g. priorities and preferences)
-
Develop guidelines for how to assemble study teams that reflect a diversity of characteristics, perspectives and expertise
Core competencies and experiences
-
Understanding of the lives of people living in poverty - learned or lived experience of the reality of poverty -- this could be extreme absolute poverty or relative poverty in a higher income country
-
Communication - be equally comfortable having a technical conversation with an academic as you are describing a study in straightforward terms to a donor who has zero context. Expertise in communicating about research in a clear and compelling manner with a range of internal and external audiences -- both verbally and in writing -- is crucial in this role.
-
Quantitative research expertise - 3+ years experience of designing, undertaking or overseeing experimental / quasi-experimental research studies (e.g. RCT, RDD, PSM designs) is essential; experience of cognitive testing survey questions, survey design and analysis, developing power calculations, and quality-assuring quantitative research designs would all be helpful
-
Qualitative research expertise - experience of qualitative research design (e.g. sampling), interview guide development, undertaking interviews / FGDs, qualitative analysis, integration of qual and quant in design and analysis
-
Research stakeholder management - speak the language of external researchers (primarily academic economists), understand the norms and incentives of academic researchers, experience of influencing research decisions that are made by consensus rather than contract, experience of project managing organizations / individuals to deliver research on time and to budget, experience of overcoming unexpected roadblocks that derail research projects
-
Project management - experience of keeping multiple large-scale projects on track, proactively managing risks and stakeholder communications, maintaining project tracking systems
-
Strategic planning and strong execution - ability to seamlessly navigate between big-picture strategy and day-to-day operational decisions, ability to navigate through ambiguity
-
Alignment with GiveDirectly Values:
-
Recipients first.
We prioritize recipient preferences over those of donors or ourselves.
We do not impose our preferences, or judgments, on the beneficiaries; instead we respect and empower them to make their own choices, elevating their voices in the global aid debate. This value is core to GiveDirectly’s identity as the first organization exclusively devoted to putting the poor in control of how aid money is spent. It comes at a potential cost, as it means that neither we nor donors get to set priorities (and we may even lose some “efficiency” in providing this option).
-
Team next.
We do what’s best for organizational - not individual - success.
This is a team sport, where we will succeed (or fail) together. The best players are not those with the best individual statistics, but those with biggest impact on our overall performance. We avoid territoriality, self-promotion, and I’m above this attitudes.
-
Be proactively candid.
We say what we believe, and are honest in sharing information.
Having confidence that other people are telling us what they truly believe, without gloss or omission, is critical to effective communication and to our ability to learn and grow from feedback. We owe it to each other - and our donors - to instill this confidence even though giving and receiving information candidly are unusual in both professional and social life, and can be very uncomfortable.
-
Create positive energy
We strive to be a source - not drain - of energy for our colleagues.
Our work is hard, practically and emotionally, and we cannot overemphasize the importance of maintaining a positive attitude, enjoying the company of our colleagues, and not taking ourselves too seriously. In doing so, we aspire to generate energy and excitement amongst our colleagues in pursuing our mission. This should not preclude candor, and we aspire to achieve both.
-
Think rigorously; act quickly.
We are intellectually rigorous with a drive towards action - not debate.
We reason from first principles, grounding our decisions in objective claims about the world, rather than hard-to-disprove assertions or hierarchy. We aim to brainstorm inclusively and respectfully, but critically self-vet ideas we put forward, so as to ensure productive and prudent decision making.
Demanding this level of rigor forces us to think harder about decisions and our assumptions than we otherwise might. This is a real cost. It can be taken too far: it is possible to overthink decisions, and we avoid debate for the sake of debate. We are not here to philosophize or ensure consensus. We decide and act quickly, avoiding getting bogged down in debates.
-
Accept reality. Propose solutions.
We do not dwell on problems. We work actively to create solutions.
There will always be an endless list of things to improve. We focus on the things that can be changed; find the most important of those things, and propose actionable answers. We do not allow “problems” to weigh us down and be a source of negativity. We are forward looking, which we believe not only leads to better team outcomes, but also creates a more enjoyable, energizing environment for all.
-
Be productively ambitious.
We take the risks to pursue industry-changing success, not incremental progress.
We seek step-change improvements at all levels, and are willing to make big-bets; we do not accept complacency nor do we simply optimize existing processes. In doing so, we allow ourselves to dream big with a belief that perceived constraints are merely opportunities for creativity.
Such ambition not only requires hard work (i.e., this is not a 9-5 job), but also a willingness to accept and learn from temporary setbacks and failures. In accepting these failures, we’re conscious to not point fingers, nor obsess over “mistakes” made.
-
Know yourself and grow.
We recognize and accept our imperfections with a focus on growth.
We are an organization of exceptional people and trust in each other’s abilities, yet we recognize that none of us is perfect. We strive to maintain an accurate understanding of our individual and institutional strengths and weaknesses, in order to position ourselves to maximize our chances of success.
At the same time, we seek personal growth for ourselves and our teammates. Feedback is given with a spirit of helpfulness; and sought out with a desire to learn.
**GD is committed to observing all local, national and international laws that protect children, vulnerable adults, and basic human rights of all. GD is committed to a policy of “zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH)” and expects anyone who works for GD to uphold the protection and safeguarding of our recipients as a priority.**
GiveDirectly (GD) aims to reshape international giving - and millions of lives - by allowing donors to provide capital grants directly to... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting an Assistant Director of Communications to play a key, leadership role in the development and implementation of the Health Foundation’s external communications activity.
This is an opportunity for a senior communications professional to lead high profile strategic communications in support of our thought leadership, policy influencing and grant programmes.
The post holder will lead the implementation of communications strategies on the topics of health care improvement, and analytics and data-driven technology, in support of the Foundation’s wider objectives to improve health and health care.
They will also act as the senior communications lead for major partnerships with organisations including the University of Cambridge, NHS England and Improvement, and the Ada Lovelace Institute.
We are looking for someone who has senior level experience of leading integrated communications campaigns, motivating team members, generating ideas and ensuring people have the resources and skills they need to deliver.
For further information please click on the link below to be redirected to our website. job description.
- Application deadline: 23:59, Sunday 31 January 2021
- First round interviews: w/c 8 and 15 February 2021
- Second round interviews: w/c 15 and 22 February 2021
The Health Foundation values diversity and champions inclusion and strongly encourages applications from all sections of the community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: This role can be based at any of UK-wide hubs
The Trust is seeking an exceptional individual to be part of the Executive Committee, responsible for leading The Prince's Trust to ensure its life-changing support is safely delivered to children, young people and young adults aged 11-30 across the UK.
You will oversee the quality and development of our lifechanging activity helping over 60,000 young people across the UK each year. Ensuring we are always innovating our offering based upon the latest trends and research, the function will also create all young person focused programme content ensuring a consistency of message. This team will lead crucial impact reporting for The Prince’s Trust providing the powerful evidence of the difference our work makes for young people.
Most likely coming from an education, employability or enterprise background, you will have deep knowledge, understanding and empathy of the issues facing young people and the interventions needed to support them. You will be able to demonstrate the sophisticated leadership skills required to lead change along with proven analytical skills to drive effective decision making. The ability to communicate and influence at a senior level will be essential, both with internal functions and our external partners.
As part of the Executive Committee, you will lead one of The Trust’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Networks, and have a natural and instinctive interest in others that reaches beyond the role.
The Trust are handling all enquiries through our Talent Acquisition Team, and you will be asked to provide a CV and supporting statement as part of your application.
For more information, please go to the job description. (This will open in a new window).
If you are viewing this on a job board, please visit our site by clicking ‘apply’ for the job description.
A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
Req ID: 670
Youth charity The Prince’s Trust helps disadvantaged young people to get their lives on track. It supports 11 to 30 year-olds who are une... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: This role can be based from any of our UK-wide hubs.
The Trust is seeking an exceptional individual to be part of the Executive Committee, responsible for leading The Prince's Trust to ensure its life-changing support is safely delivered to children, young people and young adults aged 11-30 across the UK.
You will oversee the delivery of all our lifechanging activity helping over 60,000 young people across the UK each year through direct delivery, digital delivery, and delivery partnerships. Providing exceptional motivational leadership to over 500 colleagues in addition to an extensive volunteer network, you will have responsibility for securing, managing, and influencing senior level partnerships within the public and private sector. The blended delivery team will be aligned with the Customer Services provision, which is the first point of contact for enquires, and subsequently, facilitate the transition of young people to the appropriate support intervention.
You will have experience of leading organisations through significant change and be able to demonstrate effective delivery of a high-level customer service experience to an end-user. Powerful communication and influencing skills, strong contract management experience and proven analytical expertise will be key to this position.
With a deep knowledge, understanding and empathy of the current issues and barriers facing young people across the UK, you will also lead one of The Trust’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion networks and have a natural and instinctive interest in others that reaches beyond the role.
For more information, please go to the job description. (This will open in a new window).
If you are viewing this on a job board, please visit our site by clicking ‘apply’ for the job description.
The Trust is handling all enquiries through our Talent Acquisition Team and you will be asked to provide a CV and supporting statement as part of your application.
Youth charity The Prince’s Trust helps disadvantaged young people to get their lives on track. It supports 11 to 30 year-olds who are une... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A large, national organisation who play a key role in setting high standards of corporate governance, reporting and audit is building a brand new team to develop and implement their process for Public Interest Entities auditor registration. Having recently set up an Audit Firm Supervision function to enhance their forward-looking supervision of audit firms, they're developing a new auditor registration regime for the audit of public interest entities to strengthen that supervision.
You, as Project Manager, will lead on the design, launch and ongoing operation of this new system to support the role of the Supervisors and oversight of the largest audit firms.
Main responsibilities include:
- Leading the implementation and ongoing management of the new PIE auditor registration regime
- Preparing and presenting reports and MI to Supervisors, the Supervision Division and committees
- Monitoring and reviewing the registration of firms and individuals that are authorised to conduct PIE audits and make recommendations where necessary
- Working with Supervisors ensuring consistency of approach, knowledge and experience sharing and quality of key outputs relating to registration of PIE audit firms
- Supporting the development and growth of the Audit Firm Supervision team and wider Supervision department
The successful candidate will:
- Have extensive experience working in the regulatory sector, and relatively recent audit experience
- Be experienced leading on the development and implementation of new internal operational processes, including case management software
- Have good awareness and understanding of the audit profession: the main participants in the PIE audit market, firms' operating models, their processes, and financial and economic drivers
- Be experienced in identifying risks and making commensurate decisions to mitigate them
Paul Goodman founded Goodman Masson in 1993 and formally started trading on 11 February from 2 Bath Street, London EC1.
Goodman Mass... Read more
Are you a digitally savvy Marketing Executive with experience of managing end to end marketing campaigns?
Marketing Executive - Up to £27,500 pro rata - 6 months contract - London
THE COMPANY
A fabulous opportunity has opened up in one of the UK's best loved charities which is focused on attracting membership and visitors to their multiple attractions and events. This role will partly be based in Surrey when Covid restriction are lifted.
THE ROLE
Our client relies on memberships to engage people and help them make the UK a happier, healthier and greener place.
The Marketing Executive will support the Membership Marketing Managers with direct marketing and media campaigns, in particular with the planning and implementation of range of on and offline direct marketing campaigns to manage membership campaigns both acquisition and retention.
In this varied, creative and exciting role, you'll be managing marketing initiatives from brief approvals to artwork stage, print and production, data briefs, fulfillment, setting up promotional codes and seasonal offers.
Digitally, you will be devising and delivering online marketing campaigns including creative/copy for paid ads, designing/updating web pages, creating html emails, landing pages and running email marketing campaigns.
You'll also be tracking results, reporting and using insight to inform future planning.
YOU
The successful candidate will have:
- proven track record of managing integrated direct marketing campaigns from initial concept to completion with a focus on digital activity
- excellent understanding of digital, direct and email marketing techniques
- demonstrable experience managing agencies and suppliers
- experience analysing campaign performance and using insights to inform future planning.
If this sounds like you please get in touch today.
Marketing Executive - Up to £27,500 pro rata - 6 months contract - London
If this role isn't what you are looking for, don't worry. At Stopgap we cover a wider range of freelance and permanent positions, with specialist industry sector teams. As you can imagine, due to the current situation and Covid-19 we are dealing with less live jobs than usual, but it is still worth checking our website for all our latest jobs and signing up for alerts so you are the first to know about a new opportunity.
Marketing, Digital and Creative Recruitment - The Stopgap Way.
Since 1993, we’ve been independently owned by ex-marketer Claire Owen, and have always pursued our two clearest goals with an unw... Read more
Location: office in London – UK based, flexibility
Contract: Permanent.
Salary: £67,629 - £83,235
BRAC, one of the leading development organisations in the world, is seeking a Deputy CEO/Director of Partnerships to play a key role in overseeing the fundraising and resource mobilisation work of its London office and in the engagement of important stakeholders and supporters.
BRAC is a global leader in developing cost-effective, evidence-based poverty innovations in extremely poor, conflict-prone and post-disaster settings. These include programmes in education, healthcare, microfinance, girls’ empowerment, agriculture, human and legal rights, social enterprises, a bank, a university, and the world’s largest mobile money platform.
The new role will lead the BRAC UK Fundraising and New Business team to meet bold fundraising targets and will be responsible for developing and implementing a fundraising strategy that supports BRAC’s new global wide strategy for the charity, aiming to reach over 250 million people by 2030. The Deputy CEO and Director of Partnerships will also develop a healthy funding pipeline, diversify BRAC UK’s current donor funding portfolio, build and strengthen existing relationships and strategic partnerships, and oversee effective reporting and accountability to donors.
The charity is looking for an inspirational leader with strong experience in an international development organisation and an impressive track record in fundraising results, particularly in the field of institutional donors. You will also need experience of developing fundraising strategies, a strong knowledge of UK government funding and you will have lived and worked in the Global South. This will be combined with excellent communication and people management skills, the ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of people across different countries, and the willingness and ability to travel regularly to Africa and Asia.
For an informal conversation prior to applying to this role, please contact Suzie Spooner on +44 (0) 7960 932 315
Trust for London is an independent charitable foundation. We aim to tackle poverty and inequality in London, making grants totalling around £10 million a year and at any one time we are supporting up to 300 organisations; funding independent research; and providing knowledge and expertise on London's social issues to policymakers and journalists.
We work on some of London's most pressing social issues, and are committed to improving the lives of Londoners by increasing their pay, helping reduce costs of living and supporting community groups to thrive.
Chief Executive Officer
Trust for London
£100-110k
We believe this is one of the most interesting and impactful jobs in London. With the current chief executive stepping down after 23 years in post, this is an outstanding opportunity to help find long term solutions to the causes of poverty and inequality in London. As Chief Executive of the Trust, you will work with communities in which poverty and inequality reside to support those that have had a raw deal in life. The Trust is a listening and learning organisation, and welcomes the opportunity to build partnerships to increase impact even further.
This is a unique opportunity to lead and work with a high performing team to set an ambitious future strategy for an organisation with a long-term view. The new Chief Executive will lead the Trust as we emerge from the current pandemic, and it will be critical for them to respond to the ever-changing environment in London with creativity, urgency, integrity, and passion.
We are looking for candidates who bring a direct experience or deep understanding of poverty and inequality, as well as an excellent understanding and knowledge of the systemic issues and root causes that are particular to London. You will be an empowering and collaborative leader, experienced at supporting Non-Executive Boards and senior staff to achieve challenging objectives. You have good financial literacy which enables you to successfully manage significant endowments and investments, along with excellent ambassadorial and networking skills. A track record of successfully influencing to achieve systems change, combined with a commitment to a data and evidence led approach is also essential.
A vision of a more equitable society is integral to the Trust's mission, and they are committed to working proactively to contribute to this goal. The Trust is particularly keen to welcome applications from Disabled people and People from Black and Minority Ethnic communities.
To learn more about this unique opportunity, and to find out how to apply, please read the full appointment brief, on the Prospectus website, which can be reached by clicking on the “Apply on Website” Button. Please also view further details on the Prospectus website if you require this document in an alternative format.
Closing Date: Monday 15th February 2021
We believe our clients change the world for individuals, communities and society. For over 60 years Prospectus has been working across the UK a... Read more
Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week - part-time may be considered on a 4-day week basis
Location: This role can be based from any of our UK-wide hubs.
The Trust is seeking an exceptional individual to be part of the Executive Committee, responsible for leading The Prince's Trust to ensure its life-changing support is safely delivered to children, young people and young adults aged 11-30 across the UK
We have recently commissioned an organisation-wide safeguarding audit to enable us to gain a deeper understanding of current arrangements for safeguarding our beneficiary group and to highlight any opportunities to further strengthen our approach.
Ultimately responsible for leading a project board to review the key findings and recommendations of the audit report, you will define and drive an action plan as part of an overall safeguarding strategy providing support and appropriate challenge, where required at, all levels of the Trust.
You will need to have the relevant executive strategic experience, ideally with a blended safeguarding background in a statutory or hybrid environment. Possessing strong people leadership skills crucial in delivering positive change, and you will be able to demonstrate a wide cultural awareness of others, supporting our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy.
For more information, please go to the job description (this will open in a new window). If you are viewing this on a job board, please visit our site by clicking ‘apply’ for the job description.
We are open to flexible working patterns subject to overall objectives being met. The Trust is handling all enquiries through our Talent Acquisition Team, and you will be asked to provide a CV and supporting statement as part of your application.
A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
Req ID: 669
Youth charity The Prince’s Trust helps disadvantaged young people to get their lives on track. It supports 11 to 30 year-olds who are une... Read more
-172x129.jpg)
IPPF is a global service provider and a leading advocate of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of national organisations working with and for communities and individuals.
IPPF is seeking an experienced, dynamic and committed professional to take up an exciting global role providing medical leadership and ensuring a strategic, integrated approach to clinical governance, health systems strengthening and sexual and reproductive health service (SRH) programming in line with IPPF strategic outcomes. Working closely with colleagues and members worldwide, they will collaborate and lead the clinical and technical implementation of specific programmes focusing on the delivery of integrated SRHR including innovative service delivery strategies with a special emphasis on person-centred, transformative approaches including self-care. The successful candidate will provide strategic and technical guidance to expand access to SRH commodities and pharmacovigilance within the Federation. The role is also expected to work closely with IPPF’s Director Leadership Team to advise and provide technical input on other related medical issues. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to build and implement a vision for this important organisational function.
Profile: In addition to proven experience in a relevant medical field - providing sexual and reproductive health services, you will be an established leader with technical excellence as it relates to programme design, strategies, and analysis of needs and gaps.
Creative and dynamic, you should enjoy working in complex organisational settings, having the ability to build networks and influence, and to foster openness to fresh ideas and new ways of working. You will be comfortable working with cross-cultural teams, be comfortable with ambiguity and comfortable in both engaging and leading. You will have a post graduate degree in public health/health related qualification- a clinical background is required. Fluency in English is essential, with excellent written and oral communication skills and proven experience of facilitation, research, training and capacity-building. You will have a clear commitment to the values of IPPF and passion for the work of the organization.
CVs will not be accepted. For further information and an application form, please see our website. Application form available in Large Print, Audio or Braille. We regret only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
Closing date: 7 February 2021
Interviews: w/c 15 February 2021
Applications are particularly welcome from candidates openly living with HIV/AIDS. IPPF is committed to equal opportunities and cultural diversity. Candidates from all sections of the community are welcome to apply.
IPPF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Reports to: Executive Director
Location: UK (temporarily remote)
Hours: F/T, Perm, 35 hours per week
Salary and Benefits: £86,118 per annum
Closing Date: 31 January 2021
The Position
If you want to challenge yourself, work hard and make a real difference in the world, we might just have the role for you!
We invite you to help lead us through an exciting period of growth and development. You'll join us at a key moment in our history, and take us into a dynamic future.
This is a unique chance for a finance orientated, senior manager from the not-for-profit sector with international experience, to head up the finance and operations department for our high-impact organisation.
The primary responsibility of the Director of Finance and Operations is to ensure the successful financial and operational performance of the organisation through close partnership with the Executive Director and Director of Member Engagement.
You will have outstanding management and leadership skills, with extensive experience to engage and motivate a diverse, decentralised team to fulfil their potential. It is essential that you have a strong understanding of the operational requirements placed upon international Charities based in the UK, including managing grants and sub grants. You need to be able to explain complex financial data and concepts clearly and succinctly to non finance professionals.
You will be able to think creatively, and have the analytical skills and judgement, combined with strong communication skills to take and implement strategic decisions in a complex and fast paced environment. You will have a professional financial qualification and experience of supporting a small Charity transition into a medium sized organisation.
In addition, you'll bring a thorough working knowledge of charity finance and governance, HR and fundraising to your role. You'll draw on all your creativity and energy to achieve maximum success and sustainability in a role where you have the opportunity to apply your skills to make a difference. We look forward to hearing from you -and offering a warm welcome from our lively and diverse team.
Diversity and Inclusion
PWYP is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a strong, and diverse workforce.
Publish What You Pay is the world’s largest network of civil society organisations working to promote transparency, citizen participation... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
More than three million people in the UK are estimated to have osteoporosis. The impact on their lives is huge. It has been calculated that every minute, someone in the UK suffers a broken bone through a fragility fracture. As the only UK charity dedicated to ending the pain and suffering caused by osteoporosis, the Royal Osteoporosis Society has been making a real difference to people living with osteoporosis for more than 30 years. We help the nation look after its bones and appreciate the importance of bone health for everybody. For those who develop osteoporosis, we are here to help them live well. With our recently acquired Royal title and new strategy, we want to deliver a step change in our reach across the country.
In common with other charities, the impact of the Covid-19 downturn has been challenging. However, we have taken swift action to address the current challenges and are confident that the charity now has the resilience and resources necessary to grow and develop through any future uncertainty. This has included successfully bidding for Government investment in our services, while widening our reach into a number of new funding partnerships. We currently employ 42 staff, and we are finishing 2020 with financial surplus with another projected in 2021.
As Director of Finance & IT, you will report to the Chief Executive as a member of the charity’s Senior Management Team. Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the development of a new financial strategy, building on the strong position achieved this year to deliver a sustainable, ambitious, robust plan for the future
- Working closely with clinical and fundraising colleagues on our growth and development plans, providing advice and constructive challenge to new proposals
- Giving oversight to IT and data management across the organisation, working with our in-house team and external providers to ensure our IT infrastructure is robust and we are embracing new technologies
- Managing a small team across Finance and IT, fostering a culture of learning, professional development, innovation, and customer focus.
- Overseeing the review of our existing offices outside Bath
- Undertaking Company Secretarial work and providing assurance to Trustees that governance, controls, risks and compliance are being managed across the charity
- Playing an active role in the wider leadership of the charity as a member of the Senior Management Team
We are looking for an experienced financial leader with a strong understanding of how to develop and deliver a successful financial strategy. You will need to be a qualified accountant and have operated at Director level previously or had significant exposure to Board-level reporting. Ideally, you will have previous experience gained within the charity sector, although this is not essential. Alongside your finance role, you will be leading our IT services; we are not looking for technical expertise in this area, but you should be able to act as an intelligent client and ensure that we have robust and effective business systems in place. As a smaller national charity with ambitious growth plans, your role as business partner, enabler and critical friend will be vital to our success and you can expect your professional knowledge and experience to have a refreshing level of impact.
This is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter at the Royal Osteoporosis Society, under a new leadership team, as we emerge from a period of restructuring and seek to scale up our services nationally. If you are looking for a role where you can have a transformative impact on people’s lives and make a significant contribution to societal wellbeing, we hope you will apply.
Our offices are based outside Bath, but we have a flexible approach to working location and this post can be based remotely although we would expect a weekly visit to the office in normal circumstances.
Farm Africa are partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell to recruit to a Director of Finance role on a permanent, full time basis. For more than 35 years Farm Africa has worked with farmers, helping them to increase their harvests, build their incomes and sustain their natural resources. They do this by working closely with local communities, partnering with governments and the private sector to find effective ways to fight poverty.
Farm Africa are now seeking an exceptional Director of Finance to provide outstanding leadership and expertise to strategically manage finance and other control functions. This role also plays a vital role providing broader leadership in the delivery of the ambitious strategy, and is a crucial business partner to the CEO, the SMT, and the board treasurer.
The key responsibilities will be:
- Responsible for accounting including the production of the annual accounts for the Charity & its subsidiaries, financial planning, the production of management accounts and all banking & cash management.
- Provide strategic input to the development of the organisation’s strategy and future growth plans, thinking beyond own direct areas of responsibility.
- Together with the Chief Executive, develop annual and medium-term financial plans for Farm Africa ensuring the longer term financial sustainability of the organisation.
- Set the strategic direction and annual objectives for the finance function, covering UK head office and Africa-based teams.
- Line manage the Head of Finance, and support Country Directors in their line management of country Finance leads.
- Ensure that financial risks throughout Farm Africa’s activities are identified and ensure that appropriate processes are in place to monitor and mitigate them.
- Act as the key staff contact for the Finance, Risk and Audit committee (FRAC), ensuring (together with the Treasurer) that meetings take place regularly, agendas are appropriate and that the committee discharges its devolved responsibilities on behalf of the board.
- Ensure all financial activity is compliant with relevant charity and statutory legislation and donor / contractual requirements.
The organisation:
Farm Africa operates in East Africa, with offices in Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, with a Head Office in London. There is a finance team of four based in the UK, with other finance staff dispersed around the organisation, including country offices and field offices.
Farm Africa is embarking on a new five year strategy and is recruiting for a new Director of Finance to lead the financial management of the organisation through a period of growth. Building on foundation of strong financial planning and control and of exceptional audit compliance they are seeking an experienced and dynamic new Director to join their team.
Essential requirements:
The successful candidate will have a recognised accountancy qualification, in-depth understanding of financial management in a complex grant-dependant organisation, experience of strategic planning and an aptitude for controls such as governance, risk management and the charity legal environment.
Farm Africa’s UK office is based in central London, however, we are flexible on working location and will consider substantial home working.
The closing date for applications is 9:00am on Monday 15th February 2021. Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our retained search agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!
Robertson Bell is the leading specialist recruiter serving employers and candidates in the public and not-for-profit sectors. Our clients chall... Read more
Head of Finance Transformation: £80,000 - 85,000 (12-month FTC)
For a large, complex organisation, we are recruiting a Head of Finance Transformation for a 12-month FTC to deliver a first-class Finance function and transform the finance service delivery model. Reporting to the CFO, this role will lead the transformation change project to reshape the Finance division, realise the benefits of the implementation of a new finance system and improve system effectiveness. This role will design, develop, and implement a new Finance Operating Model, will embed business partnering across the organisation, and will define, develop, and lead culture change - building trust with stakeholders and Executive team.
Main Duties:
- ORGANISATIONAL CHANGE: Lead all aspects of transformational change to deliver first-class Finance and Procurement function
- Define, develop, and implement culture change
- Activity analysis of roles and responsibilities, lead and manage transition of devolved finance activity out in the business into a central function
- Manage, develop, and lead staff transferring from the business centrally and lead cultural alignment
- ORGANISATIONAL DESIGN: Gap analysis of AS IS and TO BE operating model and organisation structure
- Design organisational practices to deliver the TO BE operating model and structure
- Job design / redesign to improve value-ad, improve productivity and lead workshop design and management to drive efficiency
- Build and develop relationships across the organisation, reporting to the CFO and Exec Team
Person Specification:
- CCAB Qualified with experience of leading and delivering large-scale finance change and transformation programmes
- Experience of undertaking organisational design, implementing business partnering
- Experience of working in a challenging project environment having project managed people and cultural change
- Delivering process efficiency
- Substantial experience of building effective networks and collaborative working relationships, influencing at senior leadership level
- Knowledge or organisational change methodologies and how to assess and use OD diagnostic tools
________
As an employer, we are committed to ensuring representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
If you know anyone looking for a new role, your referral could earn you £250
The consists of five distinct brands: , , , and . If you or anyone you know is looking to join our growing recruitment team, speak to us today. £250 is on offer for any referrals we successfully hire.
About Pro-Finance Recruitment
Our dedicated Charity Consultants within our P... Read more
Head of Finance Transformation: £450 - £500 per day (Umbrella Co.), London
For a large, complex organisation, we are recruiting an interim Head of Finance Transformation for up to 12 months to deliver a first-class Finance function and transform the finance service delivery model. Reporting to the CFO, this role will lead the transformation change project to reshape the Finance division, realise the benefits of the implementation of a new finance system and improve system effectiveness. This role will design, develop, and implement a new Finance Operating Model, will embed business partnering across the organisation, and will define, develop, and lead culture change - building trust with stakeholders and Executive team.
Main Duties:
- ORGANISATIONAL CHANGE: Lead all aspects of transformation change to deliver first-class Finance and Procurement function
- Define, develop, and implement culture change
- Activity analysis of roles and responsibilities, lead and manage transition of devolved finance activity out in the business into a central function
- Manage, develop, and lead staff transferring from the business centrally and lead cultural alignment
- ORGANISATIONAL DESIGN: Gap analysis of AS IS and TO BE operating model and organisation structure
- Design organisational practices to deliver the TO BE operating model and structure
- Job design / redesign to improve value-ad, improve productivity and lead workshop design and management to drive efficiency
- Build and develop relationships across the organisation, reporting to the CFO and Exec Team
Person Specification:
- CCAB Qualified with experience of leading and delivering large-scale finance change and transformation programmes
- Experience of undertaking organisational design, implementing business partnering
- Experience of working in a challenging project environment having project managed people and cultural change
- Delivering process efficiency
- Substantial experience of building effective networks and collaborative working relationships, influencing at senior leadership level
- Knowledge or organisational change methodologies and how to assess and use OD diagnostic tools
________
As an employer, we are committed to ensuring representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
If you know anyone looking for a new role, your referral could earn you £250
The consists of five distinct brands: , , , and . If you or anyone you know is looking to join our growing recruitment team, speak to us today. £250 is on offer for any referrals we successfully hire.
About Pro-Finance Recruitment
Our dedicated Charity Consultants within our P... Read more