Knowledge Sharing Officer Jobs in Belfast

Maternity Cover position from January to October 2024

Full-time

Homebased working in the UK

The Director of Development and Engagement is a member of the Senior Leadership Team and works in partnership with the CEO to lead the development, delivery and co-ordination of the organisation’s strategy.

In this role, you will have oversight across several areas including fundraising, membership engagement, finance and governance and will take the lead in generating income and ensuring the sustainability of the organisation.

The post also holds line management responsibility for three members of staff delivering across multiple areas of work including fundraising, finance, and communications. 

For more information, please download the job description below or visit our website via the ‘Apply’ button.

To apply, please download and complete our application form below. CVs will not be accepted.

This is an ongoing recruitment and interviews will be held as applications are received. We reserve the right to close this advert at any time.

STOPAIDS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive positive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sex characteristics, HIV status, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We are open to considering applications for a part-time role that would require a job share.

Are you passionate, creative and curious about creating change in communities across the UK? We’re looking for two people to join our UK Portfolio Team as Portfolio Officers. These roles are 18-month fixed term contracts. 

The UK Portfolio delivers funding programmes and supports projects that aim to inform, influence or scale work across the UK providing benefit to communities. With a UK-wide reach, we are uniquely positioned to complement the work of the Fund’s other four country portfolios: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. These roles are 18-month fixed term contracts. 

We’re a relatively small team with wide ranging experience and interests, which reflects in the work we deliver. Annually we distribute approximately £80m across different programmes supporting projects from Fife to Omagh, Teesside to Bridgend.

This is an exciting time to join the Fund as we embark on the delivery and implementation of our new strategy – ‘It starts with community’.

Portfolio Officers are at the core of what we do, they work closely with grant seekers to support them through our funding, assess their applications and provide recommendations to our decision makers. They also work closely with grant holders ensuring public money is spent appropriately within communities across the UK and share learning and insights from the work we fund.

You’ll report to one of our Portfolio Managers and work with other Portfolio Officers across different areas of the team. Some of our recent and exciting programmes and activity include:

· The Climate Action Fund, a £100m programme supporting communities across the UK to take action on climate change.

· The UK Fund, our first response to  our new strategy, 'It starts with community,' supporting communities to come together and help make a better-connected society.

You will work across the full life cycle of our grant making assessing applications on current, open programmes and managing and closing down grants as they are completed. As we continue to shape our work in response to the new strategy, there may also be opportunities to help the design of new programmes. [LW1] You will also support the effective running of team meetings and be responsible for ensuring our data is accurate and of high quality.

You’ll be joining a dynamic and welcoming team, working with important and fascinating projects that are responding to and addressing a wide range of topics from employment to climate, racial justice to community cohesion.

These roles would suit people who:

· can work flexibly at pace and to tight deadlines

· are adept at building and maintaining relationships with those from a range of backgrounds and job roles

· are comfortable working across a number of funding programmes and workstreams

· can use their initiative and manage their time working comfortably with competing priorities and deadlines and a can-do attitude

· are comfortable working with an online and geographically dispersed team

· are comfortable learning and working with different systems and data

· can apply critical thinking and learn quickly about complex and nuanced issues, think about and create connections and synthesize this information to present it to others in a clear and concise manner.

Importantly we need people who are curious about the society we live in and passionate about making a difference through our funding and the vital role of charities and voluntary organisations in helping communities to thrive.

You will need to travel from time to time for this role, supporting colleagues and communities across the UK. We do not expect this to be any more than one to two occasions per month.

Contract type: 2 x fixed term contracts (18 months)

Hours: We are looking to fill these roles as a full-time post (37 hours per week). However, we’re open to what that looks like and keen to consider flexible working approaches. Please tell us what your desired work pattern is in your application

Interview Date: Week commencing 29 January 2024, taking place online.

Location: UK wide

Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 (We expect to recruit to the lower end of the pay range, but the salary offered will be based on skills and experience)

We have a hybrid approach to working. Work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices, these are Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Newcastle, Newtown and Manchester

We are looking for talented people from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences who share our values and are passionate about making a difference through our funding. Whether through lived, learnt or gained experience you will really understand the communities we work with. In your application, you need to demonstrate how you address the following criteria:

 

Essential criteria

· Managing relationships: Ability to build and nurture effective and collaborative relationships between colleagues, community organisations and other external stakeholders, with a strong commitment to equity and inclusion.

· Communication skills: Strong listening, written and verbal communication skills. Capable of producing high quality written reports and presentations to set deadlines, with the ability to communicate complex ideas in an engaging and accessible manner.

· Analytical skills: Ability to assess applications and consider a diverse range of information to make objective, judgement-based decisions with confidence, offering challenge when appropriate and managing risk appropriately throughout the grant making lifecycle.

· Organisational skills: Ability to use your initiative and manage a caseload of assessments and grant management across multiple programmes, dealing with competing priorities and deadlines and demonstrating strong organisation and prioritisation skills.

Desirable criteria

· Alignment with our work: A good knowledge and understanding of UK communities and the voluntary sector. Ability to spot trends and identify opportunities for work that aligns with the ambitions and programmes of the UK Portfolio.

· IT Skills: Strong IT skills and the ability to learn detailed processes.

· Continuous improvement: Ability to identify opportunities for learning and improvement across the team by taking a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

· Data and finance: The ability to understand and assess data and financial information, including within our Salesforce Grant Management System, and present this in a way that is accessible to others.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion 

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed. 

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why the National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)

About Make 2nds Count

Make 2nds Count is dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to giving hope to women and men living with secondary breast cancer.

We strive to do this by funding secondary breast cancer research which contributes to advancing an increased quality of life for patients. Our support programme has a focus on quality of life and helping patients by informing, sharing and offering practical advice & support. Education is an integral part in everything that we do and we aim to raise awareness of secondary breast cancer. We also empower patients through increasing their knowledge and understanding of research, treatments and options.

Make 2nds Count is supported by an enthusiastic and motivated group of individuals who help us make our vision a reality. From permanent team members, to dedicated volunteers, patient ambassadors and the dynamic board of trustees, our team is constantly evolving.

Secondary breast cancer, also known as metastatic, advanced or stage IV breast cancer, is a cancer that has spread beyond the breast to other parts of the body. Parts of the body affected are usually the bones, liver, lungs, brain or the skin. Secondary breast cancer can be treated but it cannot be cured. Treatments aim to control and slow down the disease to enable patients to have the best possible quality of life for as long as possible. 

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Marketing and Communications Officer with experience of working on effective, creative and inspiring marketing and communications plans, from inception to conclusion.

To succeed in this you must have significant knowledge of developing, using and managing a range of communication channels and platforms, brand development and marketing, and a sound understanding of stakeholder development. You must also have specific experience managing complex projects or directing a communication project with different stakeholders while taking an audience-first approach. In addition, you should be skilled at managing stakeholders and comfortable working with colleagues to map and manage interaction with key stakeholders to further our work.

The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and driving forward a range of high-quality marketing and communications campaigns and projects, based on user research and customer insight. You will be an excellent communicator in both oral and written communications.

You will be involved in all marketing disciplines - advertising, PR and social media, digital, strategic planning, evaluation and analysis, stakeholder and partner management, media planning and buying, partnership and field marketing.

In particular, you will have strong skills in writing engaging copy to connect with different audiences and take responsibility for ensuring that our communications are meaningful, appropriate, effective and inclusive. 

Duties and responsibilities

Ensure quality control of communications and marketing and promotional activities:

● Responsible for overseeing all copywriting and proofreading across the various departments within the organisation

● Develop high quality print and digital materials to support a range of fundraising and awareness-building campaigns

Audience Development and Support:

● You will ensure that marketing and communications follows an audience-first approach and that all members of the organisation understand the audience segments and priorities

● Lead the organisation’s work across all marketing disciplines: advertising, PR and social media, digital, strategic planning, evaluation and analysis, stakeholder and partner management, media planning and buying, partnership and field marketing Brand ownership:

● Work with the Head of Operations to develop brand strategy, including the monitoring of brand guidelines, brand vision and value proposition of our brand

● You will ensure that the brand identity is clear and supported across all channels

● You will ensure our key massaging and tone of voice is consistent across all channels

Channel Management:

● Manage and work alongside current external communications agencies, including PR, social media and video/design

● You will ensure that all platforms and channels are maximized for optimal effectiveness to support the strategic priorities

● Ability to investigate, analyse and contextualise complex issues, identify key points to be addressed and develop effective, practical and simple plans to resolve problems

Personal Profile

Essential Skills

● Experience working with a charity or mission driven organisation

● Empathy for the mission of Make 2nds Count and key audience groups, especially patients

● Ability to translate complex research findings into accessible information that is appropriately targeted for various audiences and stakeholders

● Creative ability to propose new marketing campaigns and tactics to achieve strategic priorities

● Ability to identify compelling stories and narratives for specific audiences that support strategic objectives

● Experience with Photoshop and Canva

● Experience with website design and ability to update pages, layout, and content

● Excellent verbal written and communications skills, including writing, copy editing and proofreading

Desirable Skills

● Experience working with a patient-focused charity or medical research organisation, especially if cancer-related

● Experience using CRM database, especially eTapesrty. 

the3million is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organisation and make sure it stays at the forefront of protecting the rights of the EU citizens and their family members living in the UK. As CEO, you will be responsible for driving our mission, strategy, and operations. You will lead a passionate team, work with stakeholders, and be a key advocate for our cause. We are looking for an experienced leader with a proven track record in nonprofit management and advocacy, along with a deep understanding of immigration and human rights issues.

About the3million

We are the leading organisation representing EU citizens and their family members in the UK. Our vision is a world where EU citizens can thrive, reach their potential and have an equal voice in UK society. Our work ranges from monitoring the implementation of the UK-EU Withdrawal Agreement, advocating for the inclusion of EU citizens throughout all sections of society, informing people of their rights, and giving EU citizens a voice in British society to build powerful allyships in order to change the narrative on migration as a whole. 

We are a grassroots and non-partisan organisation, working with a variety of stakeholders, from MPs to NGOs, legal advisors and the media on specific issues affecting EU citizens’ rights. We regularly engage with the Home Office and its monitoring bodies to advocate for change. 

We were formed through the efforts of volunteers from many different backgrounds who came together in the immediate aftermath of the Brexit referendum in 2016. We hold on to that can-do, nimble spirit and informal, friendly and non-hierarchical collegiality.

the3million was incorporated as a limited by guarantee not-for-profit company with Companies House in November 2017. As such, the role of members of the Board of Directors is similar, though not identical, to that of Charity Trustees. 

What does the role involve? 

This role offers a unique opportunity for the right candidate to work with the Board, staff, and the wider grassroots network and make sure the vision, strategy and direction of the organisation are up to date and relevant to the needs of those we work with.

The purpose of the job is to lead the3million on a day-to-day basis within the parameters required by law, in conjunction with the organisation’s Board of Directors.

The post-holder will have particular regard to the obligations of the3million as a limited liability company to ensure that the organisation remains financially viable, as well as identify, manage and mitigate risks in a timely manner working with the Board.

Specific responsibilities will include: 

Leading and managing the organisation 

1. To provide vision, leadership and direction on all work at the3million. 

2. To help define the organisation’s strategy, in consultation with the Board, staff and our grassroots communities. This will include vision and mission, and how to operationalise and resource them, keeping the values of the organisation at the core of the activities.

3. To implement, deliver and review the organisational strategy.

4. To ensure that the organisation has the appropriate policies, procedures, systems and processes in place and that they are being implemented. 

5. To oversee the work of all employees of the3million and persons sub-contracted to provide services to, or on behalf of, the3million, whilst ensuring that all such work of employees and sub-contractors is carried out in accordance with the terms and conditions of funding which has been procured for the purpose of each aspect of the3million’s work and taking full account of the3million’s aims and values. 

6. To review projects and activities and provide guidance to staff members individually and collectively on actions to advance the3million’s goals. 

7. To otherwise ensure that the3million fulfils all its obligations to be a good employer and to meet the necessary standards of employment law and health and safety regulations, and be a leading example with regard to equal opportunities in terms of staff relations and relations with the general public. 

8. To have responsibility for the day-to-day financial management of the organisation, including preparation of budgets for agreement by the Directors and ensuring that income is maintained and expenditure is controlled in line with budgets and that potential risks are identified and managed. 

9. To be the3million’s lead person in relation to external partners and stakeholders, representing the3million’s interests in activities that are carried out in partnership with such external bodies. 

10. To maintain awareness of risks and changes in the external environment that affect the organisation. 

11. To ensure that the3million is an anti-oppressive organisation and remains an ally to individuals, groups and communities experiencing oppression and discrimination.

Delivery and Promotion of the organisation 

1. To represent the3million in public forums such as speaking at conferences, attending sector policy forums, producing written material for the organisation’s own publications/promotional material as well as any appropriate external channels (such as policy briefings, newsletters, and social media).

2. To build and maintain effective relationships with all principal supporters and other stakeholders in order to advance the organisation’s aims. 

3. To establish mechanisms for listening to the views of beneficiaries on the3million’s performance, as part of the project management function. 

4. To work with the the3million team to identify and develop key policy and campaign areas. 

5. To seek opportunities to expand and promote the role of the organisation. 

6. To represent the organisation in the press and public appearances when required. 

7. In all other matters to assume responsibility for the work and reputation of the3million which is consistent with its standing as a well-run, dynamic organisation working to advance the interests of migrants. 

Working with the Board 

1. To provide advice and guidance to Board members as required, in order to contribute to the effective governance of the organisation. 

2. To provide in a timely and appropriate manner information that will assist the Board in carrying out its responsibilities. 

3. To advise the Board on, and to bring forward responses to, any new organisational or policy developments or challenges for the3million as an organisation and with particular regard to the current economic circumstances. 

4. To ensure the organisation fulfils its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities. 

5. Support the Chair in ensuring the continued engagement/involvement of all members of the Board. 

6. The postholder may be required to undertake additional or other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the business as requested by the Board. 

Person Specification 

The post-holder will have: 

1. Previous experience of working in a Director/ Chief Executive or Senior Management role of over 3 years. 

2. Comprehensive knowledge of local, regional, and national issues concerning EU citizen migrants' situations.

3. A comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the UK political environment, including the issue of the influence of public opinion.

4. Experience or understanding of campaigning, influencing and strategies to achieve policy change.

5. A comprehensive understanding of the NGO environment in the UK and a grasp of the role that other stakeholders play in influencing public opinion and the direction of immigration policy. 

6. Experience and understanding of organisation operations and governance structures. 

7. Understanding and experience of fundraising, with particular reference to the current strained conditions, especially within the not-for-profit sector, including grants, community fundraising and income generation. 

8. Experience of partnership and relationship building within the NGO sectors, and with relevant external organisations and companies. 

9. Proven track record in financial management. 

10. Outstanding communication skills in English. 

11. Ability to deliver projects to the highest standard. 

12. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish credibility quickly with the3million stakeholders. 

13. The ability to supervise the work of staff and volunteers in an appropriate manner. 

14. Firm commitment to supporting the rights of all migrants, irrespective of nationality, immigration status, or other matters. 

The applicant must be currently based in the UK.

Who should apply?

Applications are welcome from everyone with the relevant passion and experience in one or more of the areas listed above. Previous experience in the migration sector or campaigning is desirable but not mandatory, as we value transferable skills gained in diverse settings.

We hold core values of inclusion, anti-racism, and anti-oppression. Our organisation is people-led, and we embrace diversity, recognising the enrichment it brings. We are committed to listening to, engaging with, and representing a wide spectrum of individuals.

We are particularly eager to hear from candidates with lived experience of migration. If you are from a background that is underrepresented in the migration sector we also strongly encourage you to apply. This could include coming from a community that experiences racism, living with a disability, not having been to University or having been in receipt of free school meals as a child.

We recognise our team is not currently representative of communities that experience racism and that our own ways of working may replicate wider societal oppression and injustices. We are actively working towards becoming an anti-oppressive organisation, including taking steps to create a more inclusive recruitment process.

We believe our work will be stronger with greater diversity. the3million welcomes the whole person to work, and we understand that each of us brings our experiences, our backgrounds and our own unique lens to what we do.

Salary and Working Conditions 

Staff team: The CEO will be line-managed by the Board of Directors. 

Duration of Contract: This post is a permanent position, with an initial six months probation period.

Gross salary: £46,214 

Place of work: Remote with travel across the UK.

Holiday entitlement: 29 days per annum, in addition to public holidays. 

Application Instructions

To apply, send us your CV including any gaps and reasons in your employment history and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages to recruitment[at]the3million[dot]org[dot]uk demonstrating your capabilities in relation to each of the points of the person specification marked. Where relevant, use your answers to illustrate how your competencies have helped you to achieve positive results. This will give you the best possible chance to be shortlisted. If you are on LinkedIn, please share with us the URL of your profile. Applications will only be accepted with a cover letter.

We welcome job share proposals for this role. 

Please also download and fill in the equality and diversity monitoring form. We only use this information to understand the demographics of people we are reaching and to guide us in making the3million equitable. This process is separate and confidential; this information is not reviewed or taken into account in the recruitment process.

Please email all the above to us at recruitment[at]the3million[dot]org[dot]uk. 

Deadline for applications: 10th December 2023, 23:59 

An invitation to interview will be sent w/c 18th December and interviews will take place early January 2024.

S.A.L.V.E. International is a small International Development partnership charity registered in the UK and Uganda. Our ethos is “Support And Love Via Education”. We support children living and working on the streets of Uganda, and their families, to have a brighter future. 

We are looking to recruit a new CEO who believes in our vision that there should be “No Street Called Home” for children living on the streets in Uganda and who wants to help us to grow this impact and further change children’s lives.

What does the CEO role involve?

You will join and lead our incredible global team, working alongside our volunteers, staff teams and trustee boards in both the UK and Uganda, to help S.A.L.V.E. International to thrive and increase our impact. As a small charity, we need a proactive and practical CEO, who is as much able to deliver high level presentations about our work as they are to get stuck in to cover practical gaps that might stop us from achieving our goals.

We have a current strategic plan that you would ensure is being met and if possible exceeded, and then you would be expected to collaboratively develop the next strategic plan to be ready for when this one elapses in April 2027. You would be working with our team to progress and improve our existing programmes of work as well as ensuring new programmes are being researched and developed as needed for the organisation to best benefit our service users.

You will need to drive forwards and oversee our fundraising strategy and manage relationships with new and existing funders to a high standard to ensure that maximum potential support is achieved. We would expect you to proactively identify potential new areas of support, approaching and winning resources from new partnerships in the wider community to best meet S.A.L.V.E.’s aims and objectives. You would be a key ambassador for our work, always looking to inspire others about how they can join us and help us to achieve our mission.

Practically the role will involve:

● 40 hours a week if working 5 days (or 32 hours a week if you choose to work 4 days).

● Being majority based in the UK with regular travel to Uganda each year. You can choose to be based at our office in Manchester, hybrid between office and home work or be mostly home based.

● Being flexible to travel and attend meetings, talks and events as needed (some in evening and weekend hours).

We believe that it is highly beneficial for the CEO to be based in the UK but to visit the programme in Uganda for a minimum of 1 month a year and a maximum of 3 months a year, which would be split across 2 or 3 trips in the year to understand the work in greater depth, share their skills and to meet and collaborate with team members and service users. The amount and duration of trips would be assessed based on personal circumstances and organisational needs year to year.

CEO specific responsibilities:

As CEO you would be responsible for:  

✔ Working collaboratively with our global team of staff, volunteers, and board members to ensure a strong strategic plan is in place which is reviewed and improved over time to maximise the organisation’s impact. We currently have a team of 2.5 in the UK (including the CEO) and 26 in Uganda.

✔ Leading and championing our fundraising strategy. Helping to develop our one off and regular financial supporters through finding new opportunities and networks, giving talks, ensuring quality timely communications, and reporting to existing supporters.

✔ Recruiting, training, developing and managing staff and volunteers to help to build the capacity of the organisation as needed.

✔ Collaboratively create, review, and develop policies, procedures and systems to help to ensure quality safeguarding and risk management for the organisation.

✔ Overseeing the budget and financial management of the organisation to ensure the organisation’s long term sustainability and sound financial management. Collaboratively reviewing the charity’s financial controls and performance and overseeing the internal audit of our accounts with the finance committee.

✔ Working closely with and supporting our UK and Ugandan boards to ensure that the governance of the organisation is strong.

✔ Supporting and co-working with our Development Manager to research new application prospects, and helping to maintain and develop the income from our existing network of corporate, organisational and Trust and Foundation partnerships and donors. This includes writing and reviewing funding applications and reports as needed.

✔ Overseeing the communications strategy of the organisation, ensuring the website, social media, newsletters, annual report and mailings out to supporters are kept up to date by supporting our Communications and Admin Officer. This includes drafting and checking copy and promoting and marketing events and campaigns for the organisation to raise funds and awareness.

✔ Leading and collaborating with the wider team to develop and improve our programmes through regular evaluation and learning reviews.

✔ Seek opportunities to develop the organisation’s knowledge through training and staff and volunteer development.

✔ Representing S.A.L.V.E. in partnerships and networks such as the Consortium for Street Children to ensure that we are making the most of advocacy opportunities.

Essential skills/ experience for the CEO:

• Have proven experience of communicating well with different stakeholders and successfully raising funds.

• Have previous management/leadership experience within the charity sector and are able to evidence their enthusiasm and dedication for this particular cause.

• Have experience in successfully working internationally and/ or with people from different cultural backgrounds.

• Have the ability to create, review and develop strategies, policies, procedures and systems to ensure that S.A.L.V.E. is following good practice in line with the law and latest good practice guidelines.

• Have a can-do attitude. Be solution focused and creative in their ability to approach problems and evidence this throughout their career history.

• Being friendly and approachable to all members of the team and wider public.

• Have excellent attention to detail and project management skills.

Other desirable (but not essential) skills/ experience:

• We would especially welcome applicants who are originally from Uganda or have strong ties to Uganda, but are now based in the UK.

• Relevant qualifications to achieve the responsibilities in the job description.

Please note: You must already have the right to live and work in the UK to apply for this role.

Salary Expectations: We anticipate paying between £35,000 - £40,000 per annum depending on the candidate’s experience and skills. This would be paid pro-rata if the CEO decided to take the role on for 4 days a week instead of 5. Please note that we are not able to pay higher than this pay scale.

About the Role

The Foundation is looking for a highly motivated individual who is passionate about social justice and can provide excellent administrative support to the small, predominantly home-based team.  We’re seeking someone who is personable, highly organised, has attention to detail and is keen to take initiative and learn new skills.  Training will be provided on our grant management database, but we would like you to demonstrate transferable skills. 

You will work on wide variety of tasks which will include grant data input and the monitoring of grant payments and reporting requirements, formatting and proofing Board and Committee papers, organising small events, inputting and monitoring payments, liaising with stakeholders including external partners, trustees and the wider Sebba family and providing general administrative support to the team.  You will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively across a close-knit team comprised of a CEO, UK Grants Manager, Israel Grant Consultant, Grant Support Officer and freelance Accountant. 

This is a part-time, permanent position (24 hours a week/60% FTE), which is predominantly home-based but does require attendance of meetings and some co-working in London (approximately once a week), with occasional out of office hours.  We are open to flexible work arrangements and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including those with lived experience of the issues we support.

Skills and Experience - Essential

• A commitment to our mission and values
• Extensive relevant transferable skills and experience including substantial office management and administration
• Highly adept at using databases and ideally, grant management software to input data and produce reports
• Strong IT skills including experience of office systems including Microsoft Windows and Office applications (Word, Excel, Power-point, and Outlook) with an aptitude to learn new IT skills
• Experience monitoring budgets and cashflow
• Self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative, pick up new skills and work independently, with a solutions-led mindset
• Strong attention to detail, efficient and highly organised
• Numerate and able to communicate well internally and externally, in writing and verbally
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence with the ability to build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders including trustees, committee members, staff, grantees, and other external partners, both in person and virtually
• An aptitude to deal with unexpected challenges, multi-task and stay calm when under pressure
• Display honesty and integrity and are able to maintain confidentiality
• A willingness to occasionally work outside of normal hours

Skills and Experience – Desirable

• Knowledge of Sage (or other bookkeeping systems)
• Experience of working for a grant-maker or charity
• Experience organising events e.g. roundtables, away days etc.
• Experience of working remotely

Responsibilities

Database:

• Inputting and exporting information to and from the database including report production
• Responding to staff/trustee requests for specific grant information
• Assisting the Grants Support Officer with developing the new database
• Monitoring and updating all grant reporting and payment schedules

Finance (with support from the Accountant and CEO):

• Monitoring all payments due and ensuring they are made promptly, correct, and complete
• Updating grant payment spreadsheets to support the monitoring of cashflow, monitoring the Foundation bank accounts and informing staff when the account goes below specified limits
• Inputting payments to Sage (or other bookkeeping systems) and reconciling Foundation credit card statements
• Coordinating the annual audit including liaising with the auditors, generating, preparing, and sending all audit related internal and external correspondence, and necessary documentation

Supporting Grantees:

• Supporting the team with grant management including informing them of grant reviews due in the next quarter, preparing and sending grant offer letters and payment schedules, updating payment schedules as required, ensuring grant reports and other relevant documentation are received, sending report reminders and relevant templates to grantees, issuing payments, organising meetings and communication with grantees

Team Coordination and Support:

• Proofing and formatting key documents including Committee and Trustee papers and the annual report
• Organising a range of meetings including trustee charity visits, grant reviews, internal and external meetings and ensuring participants receive required documents
• Drafting templates, agendas, letters and other relevant documents
• Taking minutes (including at trustee meetings) and typing up meeting notes
• Managing general administration as required e.g. post, general enquiries and correspondence with internal and external stakeholders, contact management, updating spreadsheets, provision of timesheets for consultants, calendar management and meeting coordination (including creating Doodle Polls), monitoring annual leave and sick leave, digital filing of documents and online shopping and price comparisons.
• Liaising with external stakeholders to ensure key team and Foundation general requirements are met e.g. insurance, IT requirements and ordering equipment
• Supporting the team and trustees with events and travel e.g. organising catering, logistics including booking venues, hotels and flights and preparing itineraries, team and trustee training

About the Foundation

The Sam and Bella Sebba Charitable Foundation (SBSCF) is a grant-making family foundation which seeks to promote a more humane society by promoting social justice and protecting human rights.  Currently, we award grants in the UK and Israel (promoting democracy and peace) across a wide range of issue areas including refugees and asylum seekers, human rights, violence against women and girls and young people at risk.  We favour adventurous grants for social innovation capable of effecting transformative change and encourage shared learning.  The charity was initially established by Samuel Sebba in 1967 and all its assets were transferred to the Foundation in 2020.  The Sebba family is still actively involved in the Foundation.

Seeking a Senior Network Officer.  This role would suit someone with a background in membership, events and project management with an enthusiasm for engagement.

The cause

New Local is a think tank and network of councils and other organisations working to energise local government and improve public services. At the heart of our work is ‘community power’ - the belief that people should be given the means to transform the places where they live and the services they use. We believe this is key to sustainable, fairer public services and a better society for all. 

We publish research on community power. We campaign for change. And we work directly with public and voluntary sector bodies to help them hand more power and resource over to communities.

The role

In recent months, New Local’s direct work with councils and other bodies to turn the principle of community power into reality has grown considerably. We have also grown our membership and expanded the range of sessions we offer to members.

The role will require someone with the ability to support the complex logistical and administration tasks associated with our programmes to ensure they are run efficiently and to the very highest standards.

Your job will include: 

• Event planning: Excite and engage our network by meticulously designing and delivering the format, content and logistics of our events and online sessions to be of maximum impact and value to them.
• Network building: Share the magic of our network, generate interest in our events and encourage participation. You will recognise the power of our data to improve our offer to members as well as to build our communications.
• Staying fresh: Keeping up to date with the latest developments affecting local government members, their efforts to transform public services and innovative approaches across the sector.
• Production and delivery: Be the on-the-day ‘producer’ for events and online sessions delivering a seamless experience ensuring our members have a smooth, enjoyable and interesting experience from start to finish.
• Working with stakeholders: Proactively and positively work with event stakeholders, including partners, sponsors, and other team members, before, during and after events/sessions to create a vibrant network of collaboration.
• Developing ideas: Along with the rest of the team you’ll help identify new opportunities to increase participation, draw in new councils and expand our work.
• And more... As part of a small, friendly and informal organisation you'll participate in other activities including attending external events, writing blog posts, supporting the delivery of New Local’s vision and ensuring that the organisation’s profile and reputation are maintained and enhanced.

The candidate

Our ideal candidate will be: 

• A warm connector, with experience of building strong, supportive relationships inside and outside teams.
• A natural collaborator, with knowledge of the benefits of peer-learning and network building.
• A developer and deliverer, who has experience of seeing through ideas from conception to completion.
• A systematic thinker, who understands the importance of an organised approach and excellent record-keeping.
• Enthusiastic for the potential of community power with a demonstrable interest in inclusion, participatory engagement and/or local government.
• Driven by achieving change, both in terms of improving our own work and achieving New Local’s broader political and societal goals.
• Above all... we’re looking for someone with an excellent work ethic, full of curiosity and diligence. Someone who will be optimistic, supportive and fun to work with, and never be afraid to pitch in with the rest of the team.

 Location:  New Local operates a highly flexible approach to work location and welcomes applications from across the UK.

The organisation

New Local was founded in 1996. There is currently a team of 17 staff working on practice, research, communications, influencing and peer-learning with our network of over sixty councils and other partner organisations.  New Local operates a ‘work anywhere’ policy but provides office space in the UK for those who require it.  The Senior Network Officer role will sit in the Network and Events team but will work closely with other teams. The Senior Network Officer will report to the Head of Network.

We make every effort to live up to our four core values of being purposeful (i.e. focused on community power), adventurous, supportive towards colleagues and partners, and delivering excellence.

In addition to the advertised salary, we offer: 

• A minimum of 27 days’ holiday a year and ten days holiday over Christmas/New Year
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Regular training opportunities 
• A number of other benefits listed in the job description.

For further details of the role and benefits on offer, please refer to the attachments.  Full information about the role including the Senior Network Officer Job Description and Person Specification can also be found on the jobs page of the New Local website.

About The Role
Closing date: 30th November
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
 
The Health and Safety of our employees, volunteers and service users underpins everything we do at the Alzheimer’s Society. The Senior Health and Safety Officer will support the Society’s efforts to create environments don’t just keep our people safe, but allow them to thrive.
 
As one of the Society’s competent person, you will be a key contact for Health and Safety matters across the Society. They will ensure we meet our statutory requirements, help develop and implement our policy, procedures and training and ensure that these are rolled out across the whole organisation.
 
They will work closely with the Health and Safety Manager to ensure issues are raised and resolved, that management information is shared and that a culture of continuous improvement is established and embedded in everything we do.

About you
You will be an experienced Health and Safety practitioner, passionate about keeping people safe and ensuring the organisation meets its legal obligations. You will enjoy working with stakeholders across the organisation, helping them to understand the health and safety challenges they face and designing solutions that meet their needs.
 
You will thrive on variety. From conducting or co-ordinating advanced DSE assessments to visiting and inspecting our offices to working with events teams to ensure that fundraising activities are conducted in a safe manner, every day will be different.

You will want to share your enthusiasm for health and safety by providing training, and you will be comfortable acting up to cover the work of the Health and Safety Manager when they are absent. You will have strong communication skills and you will be a self-starter, able to initiate and drive change, but you’ll also understand when to escalate matters and how to engage senior management. 
 
Above all, you will have a positive, ‘can do’ attitude that helps take the Society forward.

About Alzheimer's Society
At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.
 
Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.
 
Our Values
    
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.

Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
 
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.

Eden Brown is delighted to be working with an incredible national health Charity to recruit them a Corporate Partnerships officer with a specific focus on new business. This will be securing new business with Partners and working with the new business team to deliver the ambitious 3-year strategy.

About the Role

The role of Corporate Partnerships Officer is incredibly varied. You will work with the wider team to prospect new supporters, support on pitches and proposals and support the Account Management team with stewarding supporter relationships.

You will work with colleagues to monitor the effectiveness of Partnership working to ensure that you are sharing learnings and best practice.

About You
You will need to build relationships with corporate companies and have knowledge on how to negotiate with Partners. Experience of proposal development and pitching to external stakeholders is desirable.

This role is home based with some travel into London required.

Please note that the closing date is the 26th November. For more information on this fantastic opportunity please call Laura Iliff on 07442607841.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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This opportunity is a fixed term contract until December 2024 covering a maternity leave

You will be an experienced and capable Project Manager with a proven track record in planning, managing, and delivering IT projects of varying scale and complexity. You will be responsible for managing assigned projects from inception to post-project closure ensuring the correct governance and management reporting is applied during the whole project lifecycle.

In addition to the expectations of everyone in IT, the following responsibilities are specific to this role:

· Responsible for managing assigned projects from inception to post-project closure.

· Responsible for creating and managing documentation relating to the planning processes of the department, including charts, plans, and other representations and artefacts to be used internally and through engagement processes.

· Responsible for the effective implementation of processes, procedures and guidelines as defined by the organisational Project Management Office (PMO), and close interoperable working with the PMO, in all managed projects.

· Responsible for convening project teams, allocating workloads, and scheduling delivery.

· Responsible for regular and accurate reporting to the IT Leadership Team.

· Responsible for maintaining general awareness of organisational projects that may have an impact or a requirement for IT involvement, and to share relevant information with the engagement team.

· Accountable for the delivery of effective IT projects, with demonstrable successful outcomes achieved.

· Accountable for the provision of post-project/closure documentation, related to lessons learned and similar artefacts.

Contract Type: Full time, 37 hours, Fixed Term Contract, until the end of December 2024

Location: We have a flexible approach to working and work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices, these are Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Newcastle and Newtown.

Expectation to travel to Birmingham due to the majority of the team being based there.

Interviews: w/c 15th January 2024

Essential criteria

· In-depth knowledge of a range of project management methodologies and approaches, including but not limited to Agile and Prince2.

· The ability to apply lessons learnt and similar post-project activities at the inception of new projects, to ensure the maximum benefit can be gained from previous experiences.

· “Expert” ability to effectively utilise risk and issue management, contributing significantly to the wider departmental and organisational risk processes.

· Experience of user-led design methodologies, Agile software development and project delivery, rapid prototyping, and similar.

Desirable criteria

· Significant experience of managing projects, including the full software development lifecycle, including external contractors, in dispersed working environments.

· Significant experience of leading a project through an Agile lifecycle from strategic inception through to project completion, and post-implementation change.

· Familiarity with more than one area of IT landscapes and environments.

· Familiarity with a range of project management tools, to plan and communicate progress to differing audiences.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion 

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed. 

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why the National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.

West and South West Wales

 Would you like to join a service that makes a difference to older people in Wales?  As a Regional Project Officer you will help meet the Community Assistance Project objectives by overseeing the regional delivery of services, supporting the Regional Volunteer Officer and working closely in collaboration with local partners.

About you:

· You will be able to work with others to deliver successful projects and services.

· You will have experience of recruiting, managing and working with volunteers. 

· You will have experience of establishing and maintaining productive collaborations. Be able to negotiate at a range of levels both in and outside the organisation

· You will have experience of networking. 

· You will have knowledge of Issues affecting older people in Wales and barriers to accessing support.

· You will have knowledge of local services in the public or voluntary sector.

· You will have knowledge of diversity of the cultures, environments and communities in which older people and carers live. 

If successful you will:

 1. In line with local arrangements, undertake the recruitment, support / supervision and mentor/buddy the volunteers, and ensure they have appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

2. Ensure all prospective volunteers are inducted with project partners and have all the relevant training required including all aspects of person-centred helping, safeguarding, equality and diversity and inclusion as per local arrangements. 

3. Supervise and oversee all case work undertaken by the volunteers in the region.

4. Receive referrals for the project in the region, matching volunteers to the person needing the service and work closely with other members of the project team to ensure a high quality, timely and responsive service is provided to all older people referred to it. 

5. Work with regional partners, develop opportunities and publicise and promote the Community Assistance Project, including promoting and cascading information, including real-life examples of positive intervention through a range of methods and with a range of stakeholders. 

6. Oversee the processing of volunteer expenses in line with agreed policy and procedure 

7. Maintain accurate and up to date records relating to all aspects of the service in the region to provide for the effective monitoring and evaluation of the project.

8. Support programme evaluation through surveys and questionnaires.

9. Make onward referrals internally or externally to provide a holistic support package for service users.

 Great to haves:

· Ability to speak Welsh (Desirable)

What we offer in return

· Holiday - 27 days made up of 24 choice days and 3 days to be used between Christmas & New Year - Including carry forward

· Flexible Hours Working Scheme

· Employer pension

· Generous life assurance up to four times your annual salary

· Healthcare cashback plan

 How do I apply for this role?

 Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for this role. Your application will not be considered without the covering letter. 

Additional Information:

Age Cymru is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We welcome requests for flexible working.

Age Cymru is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age Cymru politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Pay: Circa £53,000 (dependent upon experience)

Hours: Full Time 36.5 hours per week

Contract type: Fixed term contract until 30/11/2025

Location: Home based with national travel

The Active Wellbeing Society (TAWS) is an independent community benefit society which works with some of the poorest communities in Birmingham to improve people’s health and wellbeing through physical activity.

Its mission is to:

Use physical activity, guided by innovation, collaboration and insight, to do the collaborating and development required to create stronger and more resilient communities

The Active Wellbeing Society is a Community Benefit Society, which means that it is controlled by its membership (users, communities, partners and stakeholders) and cannot use surpluses to anything other than community benefit. All assets are “locked” for the benefit of the communities that The Active Wellbeing Society serves. It has charitable purposes and is treated as a charity by HMRC.

The Society was developed out of the successful Wellbeing Service set up by Birmingham City Council in June 2015, it is a public service mutual. It has a track record of innovation, collaboration, citizen engagement and successful delivery, within the Council, and by going independent in 2018, The Active Wellbeing Society was able to build on this foundation and unlock new sources of funding to support its further growth and development.

 Key outcomes for this role:

• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to develop and secure a national approach to free bikes for those in the most need.
• Develop new cycling business across the UK related to the provision of free bikes- including consultancy, advice and support, as well as creating opportunities to expand the delivery of new community cycling schemes in low-income communities.
• Support the implementation of place based expansion and share the opportunities within the free bikes work as part of helping to build Uniting the Movement.
• Secure new national, regional, and local investment to scale up the free bikes movement across England.
• Amplify the positive outcomes of the free bikes cycling work done to date to partners and key stakeholders/influencers.

MAIN DUTIES

1. Work with key partners including Active Essex, Ealing Borough Council, and Sport England to understand, explain and amplify the benefits and key positive outcomes of the free bikes work done to date. Locate this within opportunities around place based expansion.
2. Develop and oversee a clear comms and marketing strategy for the free bikes work to include stakeholder mapping and a clear understanding of audiences and the bespoke comms and marketing needed for each audience. Ensure that funders and influencers are aware of the scheme and its benefits.
3. Work collaboratively with colleagues (both internally and externally) to collate and amplify the positive stories from the current free bikes provision and evaluation, building a case for the continued investment of this way of working.
4. Collaborate with key partners in the roll out of place based working expansion relating to lessons learnt from the free bikes work, including support and delivery for new areas as they come on board in the expansion timetable.
5. Secure further free bikes schemes across the country, in conjunction with key partners.
6.  Work closely with Department for Transport and ATE to ensure that they are fully aware of and are capitalising on the benefits of the free bikes work.
7. Work with the cycling sector to develop a wider free bikes offer that could include wrap around bike equipment and support (cycling groups etc).
8. Meet regularly with projects on the ground to identify and amplify excellence in delivery. Support the creation of a free bikes community.
9. Work with the funding and development team to ensure all collateral and knowledge is developed and recorded.
10. Manage budgets and resources in line with The Active Wellbeing Society corporate policies and expectations
11. Responsible for line management of staff.
12. Create a community of best practice enabling a full development cycle across free bikes programmes.
13. Link the bikes programme to other The Active Wellbeing Society/Active Essex programmes eg: Work with the funding and development team to ensure all collateral and knowledge is developed and recorded as appropriate, highlighting opportunities for growth in linked The Active Wellbeing Society/Active Essex programmes. 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

1. Senior level experience of implementing active travel initiatives.
2. Significant experience of active travel policy development and implementation.
3. Excellent relationship management skills.
4. Significant experience of influencing partners and developing collaborations nationally and regionally.
5. Sector experience around cycling and walking.
6. Senior level networking and partnership working experience.
7. Entrepreneurial skills and awareness.
8. Clear commitment to social justice.

STAFF BENEFITS

We offer our team members a comprehensive staff benefits offering to include:

• Annual Leave – 25 days FTE (increasing to 29 days with service) plus 5 wellbeing days.
• Nest Pension – 8% employer contribution - 3% employee contribution.
• Heath Cash Plan – giving you discounts on everyday healthcare such as dental, optical, physio, prescriptions & more.
•  Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme.
•  Employee Assistance Programme (counselling and DRs on call 24hrs a day).
• Life Assurance – x4 your salary paid to beneficiary.
• Flexible working.
• Fantastic volunteering opportunities within The Active Wellbeing Society every month.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Please submit a Cover Letter and CV addressing the experience you have had relevant to the 'Main Duties' and the 'Knowledge & Skills' sections of the advert, but as a minimum please address how you meet the the following criteria which will be weighted highly in the first sift of shortlisting:

1. Senior level experience of implementing active travel initiatives.
2. Significant experience of active travel policy development and implementation; sector experience around cycling and walking.
3. Excellent relationship management skills.
4. Significant experience of influencing partners and developing collaborations nationally and regionally.
5. Senior level networking and partnership working experience.
6. Entrepreneurial skills and awareness.
7. Clear commitment to social justice.

Closing date: Sunday 19th November 2023

Interview date: Thursday 30 November 2023

Due to the high numbers of applications we received for our job vacancies, we may close application windows early, so we would encourage you to submit your application ASAP

We will provide all applicants with an outcome on your application, this will usually be within 1 week of the application window closing.

Successful applicants will be required to be DBS checked prior to starting.

Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we, in recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring. The Active Wellbeing Society is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, we recruit based upon capability and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. At The Active Wellbeing Society we are searching for people who share the passion for what we do with different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, collectively making a difference.

If there is anything we can do to assist you in your application or preparations to be interviewed for one of our job vacancies please let us know and we can ensure you have a positive and comfortable experience.

Thank you for your interest in working for The Active Wellbeing Society, we look forward to receiving your application.

Content Co-Ordinator

Department:Standards, Guidance and Learning Department

Location: Home-based (occasional UK travel)

Duration: 12 months Fixed Term Contract

Salary:£27,200 - £32000 p.a.

Reporting to:Content Coordination Manager

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) works with all fire and rescue services and the fire sector across the UK to provide best practice, shared resource and ensure continuous improvement and deliver our charitable aim. We are currently looking for a Content coordinator, to support an extended project and programme lifecycle. The NFCC provides good practice guidance to fire and rescue services through our websites and digital platforms.

The NFCC have delivered a number of products that have moved to Business as Usual which requires ongoing maintenance and review from the Content and Guidance team. This is an exciting new team of dedicated professionals, and we are looking for a talented friendly person to be responsible of the day-to-day management of product portals, facilitation of the Emergency Response Driving Instructor function as well as leading on the coordination of product reviews, ensuring all products continue to remain fit for purpose.

Key requirements

We are looking for professional and enthusiastic individuals to help us achieve our drive to provide excellent service in everything that we do.

As a member of the new Content and Guidance team, you will be responsible for the coordination and facilitation of products and their maintenance

You will work with subject matter experts with in the NFCC and wider fire and rescue services to understand the how the product is being used with in the Fire & Rescue Services.

You will represent the NFCC at meetings and events with a wide range of stakeholders

Desirable qualities include:

· Good report writing skills

· An ability to work with people from different sectors and different levels

· An ability to work proactively as part of a team and on individual responsibilities

· Confidence to express their own view appropriately and constructively challenge

· An attention to detail

· Experience working within project management structures

· Experience organising and running meetings, workshops

Main responsibilities will include:

· Facilitating the implementation of NFCC products used by fire and rescue services.

· On going day to day management of established portals and functions

· Evidence reporting to varying Subject Matter expert groups.

· Coordination support including facilitating workshops, calendar management and logistics

· Leading small teams of Subject Matter Experts to review and maintain products.

· Analysis to support the NFCC continuous improvement cycle and strategic planning activities.

· Communications and engagement, including support to implementation of nationally reviewed produced products

· Collaboration with existing project teams and business hubs to deliver product reviews to an agreed plan.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a supporting statement by 10th December 2023.

Your supporting statement should set out your relevant knowledge, skills and experience against the job description. It should be no more than two sides of A4.

NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive.

NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment.

Face-to-Face Membership Operations Manager - Central England & North Wales
Reference: NOV20232429
Location: Flexible in UK
Salary: £36,577.00 - £39,267.00 Per Annum
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave

Our CEO, Beccy Speight, said to the whole RSPB workforce in November 2023 that "our members are the beating heart of the RSPB" and we have ambitious plans to significantly grow our membership to 1.5 million by 2030 so that we can deliver our saving nature strategy. The F2F (Face-to-Face) Membership Team is responsible for bringing in the majority of our new members, and our contribution needs to grow too. We'll achieve this by working together as one team with relentless energy and focus to deliver quantity and quality, improving our ways of working to be as efficient and effective as possible, and by creating a working environment where everyone can thrive.

This key role in the F2F Membership Team exists primarily to lead and manage a disperse team of Area Managers across the Midlands, North Wales and Mid-Wales in the successful delivery of the in-year F2F membership work plan and associated key performance indicators (KPIs). As such, the successful candidate will ideally be located within this region, for travel purposes.

As a member of the F2F membership management team, this role also supports the performance and development of the wider F2F Membership Team, our collective skills, ways of working, and culture.

What's the role about?

Using recognised management and leadership tools and working through a team of F2F Membership Area Managers, developing a culture of high performance amongst the F2F membership workforce, encouraging team members and others to meet and exceed their targets, in order to maximise RSPB income.

Leading and supporting the team to achieve performance benchmarks (compliance, standards and best practice) ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and acted on to deliver excellent customer service.

In collaboration with other F2F Membership Operations Managers and the General Manager, monitoring performance across all F2F membership KPI’s, to ensure agreed targets and budgets are met.

Implement key strategic tasks as defined by General Manager and Head of F2F Membership that will shape the future of membership recruitment at the RSPB, ensuring we  deliver excellence leading to growth.

In collaboration with F2F Membership Operations Managers, Membership Venues Managers and F2F Area Managers ensure venue capacity matches operational requirements so that teams have the right opportunities available and that targets can be met.

Working with counterparts and the General Manager and F2F Membership Business Development Manager, implement strategic business initiatives and changes required for the organisation in order to adapt to changes in the operating environment (market place), and ensure smooth transition of new projects (including growth) into business as usual delivery.

Working with peers across F&C and UK Countries, share and implement tools and processes that will gain alignment and reduce duplication, to deliver the best business outcome and return on investment (RoI) for income generation.

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

• Understanding a sales team (motivation and capabilities).
• Understanding team dynamics and what it takes to lead a team successfully - recognising competence and commitment as drivers for success.
• Proven skills in leadership and management of a successful sales or income-generating team.
• The ability to focus self and others on what is within our control and influence, bringing energy to the right areas in order to deliver business priorities.
• Able to implement change across a dispersed team.
• Experience in collaborating with colleagues across departments to achieve shared goals.
• Able to manage self to prioritise high volume of competing objectives.
• A proven sales and/or fundraising/membership recruitment track record.
• Proven experience of improving ways of working to deliver greater results.
• Able to effectively implement HR policies and processes, including performance management.

Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:

• Leading through a tier of team managers in a role with regional responsibility.
• Understanding of charity fundraising and/or membership.

Closing date: 23:59, Monday, 29th January 2024
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 15 January 2024.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

As part of this application process you will be asked to complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

No agencies please.