As a not-for-profit provider of person-centred care and support to individuals with a range of support needs, Creative Support is looking for a Team Manager for Brandling Court, part of our Leeds service that provides autism specific support. 

Leading the service, you will coordinate a high standard of flexible support, ensuring an outcome-focused service is provided to our service users at all times.  This is a highly operational role, and you must demonstrate professionalism and confidence when working with the staff team, professionals and commissioners. You should also possess the warmth and consideration required to foster positive working relationships with service users and family members.

You will lead in the recruitment, supervision, mentoring and management of the staff team, so that the service is effectively supporting service users to maintain their independence, wellbeing and to enjoy opportunities for personal development.

You must be able to demonstrate relevant prior experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and autism in addition to staff supervision, coaching and support. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week, primarily during office hours. However, some evening and weekend work will be required, including taking part with the local duty rota covering weekends and bank holidays.

In return we can offer personal development opportunities, generous employment benefits and a supportive, friendly and inclusive working culture. Creative Support is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to delivering high-quality care through a diverse, well trained and supported local work force.

Helpline Manager

Have you got what it takes to support prisoners and their families?

Our client is a highly respected independent charity, which together with its subsidiary and works across England and Wales to develop and deliver a range of innovative services, providing practical and emotional support to prisoners’ children and families, to prisoners, and to ex-prisoners.

Position: Helpline Manager – Gateway Services
Location: Central Office
Job type: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Benefits: Generous holiday entitlement, free information, advice and counselling service, cycle to work scheme and more

Closing date for applications: 9th June 2020
Interview date: 15th June 2020

About the role:

As Helpline Manager for the Gateway Services, you will lead, manage and develop a team of paid staff and volunteers to deliver consistent, effective and high quality gateway services – including the HMPPS Prisoners’ Families helpline, their Helpline, courts and befriending services. The gateway services provide information, guidance and support to those affected by imprisonment or the criminal justice system. This role will ensure the phone lines are open and staffed throughout the year, and that accurate and up-to-date information is available.

The role will also involve leading and delivering high quality befriending and court services that provides support when it's needed the most. The befriending service role entails managing and matching volunteers with service users, co-ordinating and managing volunteers to ensure the smooth running and high performance of the service. The court service will require you to develop and implement the local operational plans for the service with support from the Court Coordinator.

About you:

To be successful in this role you will have demonstrable ability to coordinate a broad service, as well as experience and understanding of working with families in a challenging multi-agency environment, ideally involving ex prisoners and / or their families.

You will also have excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a demanding work load. You will have the ability to contribute to planning and development of their family work and also have knowledge of safeguarding / child protection practice. Furthermore you will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work in build partnerships with a range of agencies.

What their organisation offers:

Our client offers a wide range of employee benefits including free confidential advice and counselling service, cycle to work scheme, Life Assurance, Spec Saver eye care vouchers plus more.

You will undergo a thorough induction process attend training to further develop yourself as a front line services worker and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team.

How to apply:

If you feel you meet the requirements of this role please complete an application by clicking the `apply now` button.

You may have experience of the following: Helpline Manager, Charity, Helpline Service, Charities, Third Sector, Not For Profit, Helpline Advisor, Contact Centre, Aid, Care, Criminal Legislation, etc.

Ref: 93118

Standing Together Against Domestic Violence (STADV) is looking to appoint a dynamic Programme Manager with a proven track record in project management and developing partnerships to improve outcomes for survivors of domestic abuse. 

STADV coordinates the ground breaking coordinated community response to domestic violence in West London. STADV are co-founders, alongside Peabody and Gentoo, of the Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA) which was founded in 2014 to promote better practice, policy and research in relation to housing and domestic abuse. The DAHA project has inspired the development of a ‘Whole Housing Approach’, which includes twelve housing options to support survivors to access safe and long-term housing solutions. 

This post will be responsible for the business development plan of the Whole Housing Approach in Cambridgeshire and will drive forward and deliver this pioneering national initiative.

The post will include line management support for the Private Rented Sector (PRS) Development Manager and the DAHA Development Manager for Cambridgeshire.

The post holder will be located in Cambridgeshire and will be required to travel within the UK and to STADV office in London. 

Standing Together is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) or gender.

Post:    Full time – 35 hours per week

Salary:  £34,000 - £36,000 per annum, depending on experience

Contract: One Year Fixed Term

Benefits: 25 days holiday (pro rata) and workplace pension

Closing dates for completed applications:  9:00am, Monday 8th June 2020 : Interview date:  11th June 2020 

To apply download the application pack from our website.

Incorporated Society of Musicians

Are you a dynamic digital and marketing professional looking for a new role where you can use your experience and make things happen? 

Central London –Digital and Marketing Manager

Permanent – circa £38k
 
This is an exciting time for a digital and marketing professional with at least five years experience working in digital to join the ISM. We are the leading professional body for musicians with a reputation for top rate services and campaigning. The ISM with its two sister charities has doubled in size over the past 10 years and now has over 10,000 members who come from every part of the music world. Covid-19 has hit the music sector very hard and our services have never been more in demand.

We recognise the vital importance of digital in the post Covid-19 world and so we are looking to recruit an experienced, dynamic and innovative digital and marketing professional with a deep understanding of using digital to build brand and grow business and profile across all platforms. You will be experienced in using digital to capitalise on the changing ways business is being done while also ensuring that we are promoting compelling messages to different audiences.

A team player, you will thrive on innovation and collaboration, and will be excited by going the extra mile to support the music sector, as well as possessing great design and copy writing skills. You will have high levels of emotional intelligence and excellent interpersonal skills.

 You will be joining a professional staff team who are normally based in Bayswater, London where the emphasis is on good communication and team work.

To apply please send a full CV and covering letter saying why you are right the person for the job.
Closing date is Monday 8 June 2020 at 9.00 a.m. Interviews will be held during the following two weeks.

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth

Administrative Services Manager

£30,000-£33,000 per annum depending on experience plus contributory pension

Full time 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Reporting to the Director of Communications and Corporate Services.

Accountable to the Chief Operating Officer.

About us

The Diocese of Portsmouth comprises 90 parishes across Hampshire, Dorset, Berkshire (except Slough), South Oxfordshire, the Isle of Wight and the Channel Islands. Formed 19th May 1882 by the division of the Diocese of Southwark, the Diocese of Portsmouth has a presence in every community and can offer ministry and mission to all who come to us, working towards the Bishop’s vision of Bringing people closer to Jesus Christ through his church.

About You

Due to some changes within our team structure we are looking for an experienced and high-calibre candidate to join our small central team as our Administrative Services manager. You may have been a senior administrator, Office manager or company secretary, governance manager or board administrator or similar in a busy organisation.  You will have excellent communication skills and a great attention to detail. You will computer literate and proficient in office software applications and most of all you will be adaptable and flexible, a strong team player and a self -starter.

You will have a relevant degree 2:2 or above or equivalent experience and project management experience.

You will have an understanding and sympathy with the mission and values of the Catholic Church.

Main duties of the role

You will be supporting the Chief Operating Officer and senior leadership in ensuring the smooth governance and administration of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth charity, and you will work closely with the main committees involved in the governance and allocation of resources for the Charity, this includes the Trustee Board and Trust Subcommittees. You will be responsible for the oversight of the office function and be the Data Protection Manager for the organisation.

You will work with the Senior Team to organise events for external stakeholders and supporters of the charity, and conferences and team days for the charity’s staff.

You will also provide important generalist support for the Senior Management Team on ad hoc projects associated with development of the business functions.

This role provides a unique opportunity to work at the heart of the Diocese and contributing to the ongoing development of a professional approach within the organisation. You will be expected to liaise directly with Trustees, Clergy and external stakeholders so it is crucial that you have well developed interpersonal and communication skills. You will need strong organisational and analytical skills for your day-to-day work, displaying meticulous attention to detail and a high level of efficiency.  You will exhibit exceptional diplomacy and tact, and a high level of professionalism.

While we are committed to staff development, the central team is small and therefore this is a role for an experienced person it is not suitable for a new graduate.

If you would like a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Heather Hauschild – Chief Operating Officer

Please apply by sending in the following;

Covering letter:  Please tell us how your motivation, values, skills, experience and personal qualities demonstrate your suitability for the role (around 500 words).  Please make it clear why you are excited about this role, and why you specifically want to work for the Diocese of Portsmouth.

Current CV and the details of two referees: This should include full education and employment history (including dates, with no gaps left unexplained). Please include your current or most recent employer as one of your referees.

Closing date for applications: Friday 12th June 2020 at 1300 hrs

Interviews: to be confirmed

Notes to candidates

1. Interviews: all shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview.

2. Unsuccessful applications: if you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of your application, we regret that you will not have been offered an interview on this occasion.

3. General: this post will be subject to review under the relevant Diocesan Terms and Conditions of Service.

4. New employees to the Diocese will be subject to a probationary period of six months.

Administrative Services Manager

Job purpose

The post-holder will be part of a small team supporting the governance needs of the Diocese of Portsmouth and maintaining an efficient administrative function.

To ensure that the Diocese has in place the governance framework, policies, procedures and support it needs to function as an effective Charity.

The post-holder will manage the development and implementation of governance policies and procedures and provide advice on wider governance issues.

The post-holder will be expected to provide comprehensive and high-quality secretarial support to the Trustees and Subcommittees, ensuring that they have the support required to enable them to fulfil their functions and responsibilities effectively, meeting the requirements of the charity commission legislation and policy framework.

Main accountabilities

1. To provide comprehensive and high-quality secretarial support to the Trustees, the Finance Audit & Risk and Remuneration Committees, and other Committees or advisory groups as required, and managing the relevant budgets.

2. To work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to develop the Trusts work programme.

 3. To provide support to the Senior Leadership Team( SLT).

4. To ensure good quality information flows between the senior management and trustees.

5. To oversee compliance with Trust governance policies, procedures and relevant provisions in legislation.

6.To provide clear and effective line management for the Administrative assistant.

Governance, Compliance and Board Management

• Work with Secretary to Trustees and the Chief Operating Officer to set and manage meeting date schedules for all Board and Committees to achieve efficient diary management.
• Capturing the outcomes of meetings and taking responsibility for communicating these throughout the organisation, obtaining updates from action owners and preparing a report on the status of completion.
• Prepare papers for the Trustee Board, and other Board committees.
• Organise and administer meetings, including taking and distributing minutes.
• In conjunction with the Secretary to Trustees, organise the Trustee training days.
• Responsible for keeping the register of signing and sealing official documents.
• Providing direct advice and guidance to chairs and members in meetings on matters relating to regulation, governance and constitution.
• To attend, prepare agendas for and take minutes at meetings of key management committees, including the Senior Leadership Team.
• Develop draft reports for regulators (principally Charity commission) including serious incident reporting.
• Liaise with legal advisers as directed.
• Work with senior leaders to develop risk reporting and board assurance framework.
• Take a lead role in ensuring Information Governance (GDPR) Compliance acting as the Data protection manager for the organisation.
• Develop Organisation Risk reporting and Board Assurance.
• Supporting the Chief Operating Officer in making sure the decisions of the Trust boards are implemented.
• Keeping handbooks for staff and trustees up to date.
• Supporting the induction of new Trustees.
• Deliver specific training related to portfolio as required, for example for parish administrators.

Training and Events Management

To work with the Senior Leadership Team to organise:

• Charity-wide events such as the annual parish administrators conference, other seminars, gatherings and events as required. This includes the logistical arrangements, liaising with speakers and venues as well as ensuring dissemination of notes and tracking actions.
• To undertake a range of ad-hoc tasks, projects and responsibilities for members of the Senior Leadership Team in accordance with management requirements and organisational demands.
• To act as a representative of the organisation on behalf of the Senior Leadership team at external conferences, meetings and other events as agreed with the Chief Operating Officer.

Project Management

• To lead on specific projects or pieces of work, undertaking research, and writing reports on behalf of the Senior Leadership Team.
• To work with the property team to ensure the presentability of head office premises and to arrange improvements and repairs.

Values

• To maintain the ethos and values of the Catholic Church and positively promote the work and activities of the Catholic Church.
• To undertake any task that may be requested from time to time that may be consistent with the nature and scope of this post.
   

Person Specification - Administrative Services Manager

Supporting Evidence

In the supporting evidence of your application form, you must demonstrate your experiences by giving specific examples for the criteria within the person specification.

Knowledge, Training and Experience

Degree in relevant subject (or equivalent ) - Essential

RSA level 3 - Desirable 

GDPR/Information governance related qualification - Desirable 

Demonstrable experience of Governance and compliance in an administrative environment and working with computerised data systems - Essential 

Working Knowledge of risk management and board assurance.

Excellent written communication skills and command of the English language to draft letters, briefing notes etc. and meticulous attention to detail - Desirable 

Experience of working for senior staff at board level in a busy environment - Desirable

First class organisational skills including the ability to prioritise work, balance conflicting priorities, monitor progress and exercise judgement about chasing progress as necessary - Essential 

Experience and proficiency in minute taking and keeping actions trackers and excellent record - Essential

Advanced proficiency in use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Powerpoint - Essential 

Kowledge of the values and teaching of the Roman Catholic Church - Desirable 

Understanding of Data Protection legislation - Essential

Communication Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to deal with people at every level - Essential 

Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Essential 

Problem solving skills - Essential

Equality and Diversity

Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships - Essential

Autonomy

Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workload to set deadlines - Essential

Other

An ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality and trust - Essential

Good time keeping - Essential

Positive and flexible approach to work - Essential

Terms of Employment

Information Management

• To accurately update and input data to relevant data systems.
• Ensuring all urgent and/or confidential communications are received and distributed from/to relevant parties in a timely manner and in accordance with Information Governance requirements.
• Inputting, monitoring and checking data, required for finite and ongoing projects within the teams.
• Working with all team members in the collection of information for reporting on relevant projects and cases.
• Running and collating reports including which may include statistical and performance management reports to senior management as required.
• Developing and maintaining effective electronic and paper filing systems, to ensure that information is kept securely and is accessible to other members of the team and in accordance with Information Governance requirements.

Complaints

• Ensure that any concerns or complaints about the team are recorded, and where immediate resolution is not possible are passed to the relevant party to respond/manage.

Audit and review

• To participate in regular reviews as required.

Staff Management

• To adhere to all staff management policies applicable to the Diocese of Portsmouth.
• To provide a supportive environment for staff with appropriate levels of performance management in order to ensure objectives are achieved.
• Provide support and mentoring to members of the team encouraging continuous improvement.
• To be responsible for receiving annual appraisal and providing an annual appraisal for staff you directly manage.

Organisational Vision, Mission, Aims, Culture and Behaviours

• You will be expected to contribute to the development of the culture of the Diocesan team. You will also be required to understand the organisation’s mission, aims and objectives and demonstrate the organisation’s values and behaviours throughout your work.

Engagement with staff

• The Diocese of Portsmouth is committed to ensuring relevant and appropriate engagement with you to make sure the Diocese of Portsmouth develops in partnership with staff. Opportunities will be provided to hear your views and it is expected that you will engage with this process to make sure that there is active engagement with all our staff.

Engagement with the public

• The Diocese of Portsmouth wants to make sure it listens to and acts on the view of its local communities and parishes. Where appropriate, you will be expected to follow the principles laid out by the organisation to ensure effective engagement with stakeholders at an early stage in any development project.

Equality & diversity

• You have a personal responsibility for your own behaviour and for ensuring that you comply with the Equality Act 2010 by eliminating discrimination, advancing equality of opportunity and fostering good relations. This means you must help promote an inclusive environment by treating everyone with dignity and respect; by respecting and responding to the diverse needs of staff, service users and others and; appropriately challenging and/or reporting behaviour that may be considered to be offensive when directed against yourself or others.

Improving working lives

• The Diocese of Portsmouth is currently working to develop an appropriate health and wellbeing programme. You are expected to participate and support this and other well-being initiatives designed to improve the overall working lives of staff.

No smoking policy

• You and your visitors are not permitted to smoke on Diocese of Portsmouth premises. You should only smoke during recognised breaks throughout the day, and not at the front of the building. The Diocese of Portsmouth does not allow the smoking of electronic cigarettes in the offices.

Alcohol and substance misuse policy

• Diocese of Portsmouth expects all its employees to conduct themselves in a way that ensures that standards of service, image and the reputation of the Diocese are maintained. If you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs/other substances and are unfit to work, you may be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with the Diocese of Portsmouth’s Disciplinary Policy. The Diocese of Portsmouth will assist and support you and your manager if you have an alcohol, drug or substance related problem.

Health, safety & security

• You have a responsibility to follow the Diocese of Portsmouth’s health and safety policy and arrangements which ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of staff. This applies to those members of staff that are directly employed by the Diocese of Portsmouth and for whom the Diocese of Portsmouth has legal responsibility.

Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults

• You have a responsibility to safeguard vulnerable adults and children and must be aware of, and comply with, the Diocese of Portsmouth policies for safeguarding adults and children. You should familiarise yourself with these policies and ensure that you access appropriate safeguarding training commensurate to your role.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

• This post is subject to an exception order under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  This stipulates that all previous convictions, including those that are ‘spent’ must be declared.  Previous convictions will not necessarily preclude an individual from employment within the Diocese of Portsmouth but you must declare this in writing at the appropriate stage during the recruitment process.

Confidentiality

• The Diocese of Portsmouth requires that you maintain an appropriate standard of confidentiality in the course of your duties. Any disclosures of confidential information (including personal information kept on computer or other media) made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty may be treated as a serious disciplinary offence.
• Additionally, the Diocese of Portsmouth recognises that confidentiality is an obligation not just for all staff but also for third party contractors supplying services to the Diocese of Portsmouth.

Data Protection Act 1998

• Under the provision of the Data Protection Act, the Diocese of Portsmouth determines that it is your responsibility to ensure that all data, whether computerised or manual, is kept secure at all times.  This includes data relating to clergy, specific casework and colleagues.  Data must not be disclosed to any unauthorised person and must be regarded as strictly confidential at all times. Failure to adhere to this instruction will be regarded as serious misconduct and could lead to dismissal.

Information Security

• Whether you are permanent, temporary or contracted you are responsible for ensuring that you are aware of the legal and policy requirements of the Diocese of Portsmouth and for ensuring that you comply with these on a day to day basis.  You must abide by the information security policy and associated policies and procedures.
• You should report any suspected breaches of this policy to your line manager.
• You must be aware of and understand that failure to comply with the rules and regulations contained within the information security policies may result in disciplinary action.

Sustainability

• The Diocese of Portsmouth is working towards reducing its impact on its environment. You will be expected to support this commitment, make your own contribution to sustainability and ensure that any processes or policies developed to support this approach are delivered.

Mandatory training

• You are required to complete all training specified by the Diocese of Portsmouth. Some of this mandatory training is a legal requirement for the Diocese of Portsmouth, and some is considered essential for the employees. All new staff need to complete their mandatory training in first six months, during their probationary period. Thereafter required training needs to be completed within the first three months of each financial year.

Review of role

• This job description may change and develop over time, to reflect changing requirements of the Diocese of Portsmouth you will need a high degree of flexibility and resilience. You will have the opportunity to review your job description at your annual appraisal meeting, which aims to reflect on your performance and development over the previous year.
• You will agree, with your line manager, your personal development plan for the year in order to further develop your skills and knowledge required to carry out the responsibilities associated with this role.

GDPR

• Under the terms of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the information you provide us with will be held in confidence and used for the purpose of Diocesan recruitment and no other purpose.

Job Title: Fundraising Manager

Team: Fundraising

Location: London, UK or New York, NY

Closing Date: June 29, 2020 – Note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

Background/NRGI Summary:  For the one billion impoverished people living in resource-rich countries, the oil, gas and mining sectors have failed to deliver on the promise of better quality of life. Massive corruption, the climate crisis, and now the coronavirus pandemic threaten to entrench these deep inequalities. The Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI)’s works to secure a future where countries rich in oil, gas and minerals achieve sustainable, inclusive development. With the launch of our new 2020-2025 Strategy, our staff of country and issue experts, lawyers, economists and governance specialists will leverage our 15+ years of experience to lift countries out of poverty by contributing evidence-based knowledge, building capacities and alliances, and seizing reform opportunities during moments of political openness.

NRGI’s international staff of more than 90 work in over 15 countries around the world. With an annual budget of roughly $15 million, NRGI benefits from the support of major foundations and governmental funders — including the Open Society Foundations, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, Ford Foundation, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Luminate, Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, Department for International Development (DFID), and German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ), among others. To preserve its independence, NRGI does not accept funding from oil, gas or mining companies. 

Job Overview: NRGI seeks an experienced institutional fundraiser responsible for a portfolio consisting of both foundation supporters and a subset of government funders.  S/he will lead on the development of approaches to these funders, and on proposal conceptualization and writing to ensure that NRGI can capitalize on the fundraising opportunities presented by our new global strategy. In addition, s/he will help us to identify new prospects, steward our existing donor relationships through report writing and relationship building, and develop department-wide record-keeping and tracking systems to ensure that we meet funder accountability requirements effectively. The ideal candidate will be committed to NRGI’s mission and vision.  A proven track record raising six to seven-figure gifts from institutional funders for international advocacy organizations is highly desirable. Reporting to the Director of Fundraising, s/he will have a strong hands-on orientation. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to build pipelines and strengthen donor relationships that will ensure NRGI’s long-term sustainability.

Major Responsibilities:

1. FUNDRAISING STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION

Lead and manage the conceptualization, writing of submissions to portfolio funders for unrestricted and project funding

Lead on the development of strategies and approaches to foundation funders, select bilateral partnerships, and prospects; conduct and analyze prospect research to identify new sources of foundation giving

Prepare letters of inquiry, concept notes, proposals, etc. in collaboration with CEO and relevant program staff

Collaborate closely with Director of Finance and Operations to prepare proposal budgets

Actively support program staff in their cultivation and solicitation of foundations and bilateral partnerships funding sources, assisting with aligning NRGI programs and mission with funder priorities

Ensure all information that is required by funders is delivered meticulously

2. CREATING TRACKING AND ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEMS

Support the development and implementation of systems that will ensure the timely creation of reports and delivery of other donor accountability requirements

Ensure full understanding of donor accountability requirements and liaise with the MEL, Finance, Program, and Operations teams to ensure required data collection, analysis and reporting is in place

Lead the team in writing donor reports on time and to a high standard; drawing on the MEL and sub-grant management systems to source relevant and accurate data

Develop and maintain a tracking system to ensure timely submission of proposals, reports and acknowledgements

Employ ‘Moves Management’ or similar structured approach to cultivation and stewardship of funders; supervise follow-up

3. PARTICIPATING IN ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING AND GOAL SETTING

Support the development of annual fundraising strategy and revenue projections

Participate in creation of annual revenue projections as part of the development planning process

Work with the Director of Fundraising to develop and track revenue projections, and help prepare budgets and forecasts related to foundation fundraising activities

Report regularly to the Director of Fundraising on progress against stated goals

The responsibilities of this role are subject to modifications as required by the needs of the organization.

Job Requirements:

Experience required:

• Seasoned fundraising professional with a minimum of 5 years of experience in progressively senior positions, raising money from foundation sources for international development, human rights and/or governance causes
• Successful fundraising of six figure and higher grants from foundations in both Europe and the US
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills, ability to delegate and supervise
• Experience working in matrixed environment and collaborating with staff across different cultures and time zones

Technical skills:

• Exceptional writing skills, with the capacity to write for different audiences and on topics with which s/he may not be a technical expert
• Experience generating organizational and program budgets
• Experience using and developing donor databases
• Competency in MS Office and databases, including facility with Salesforce and Excel
• Ability to write clear and concise reports, analyzing data for different audiences
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to translate complex ideas into engaging language

Educational Qualifications:

• Undergraduate level degree; graduate degree preferred

Working Environment: Standard office work environment, some international travel required.

Key Working Relationships:

Position reports to: Director of Fundraising
 

Indirect reporting: Finance team, monitoring, evaluation and learning team
 

Other internal and/or external contacts:

       Internal: Program staff, support services team, Governing Board

      External:  Funder and implementing partners, fundraising professionals

NRGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NRGI considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, gender, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Your privacy is important to us and we are committed to collecting, processing, storing and destroying all information in accordance with the GDPR, UK data protection laws and the NRGI Privacy policy.

                                                        ***No recruiters or agencies, please***

As a partner in the award winning Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA), Standing Together Against Domestic Violence (STADV) seek to appoint a dynamic DAHA Development Manager for the Private Rented Sector (PRS) to develop best practice to address domestic abuse in this sector. The post holder will have sound knowledge of the Private Rented Sector and proven track record in project development and partnership working.

STADV coordinates the ground breaking coordinated community response to domestic violence in West London.  STADV are co-founders, alongside Peabody and Gentoo, in DAHA which was founded in 2014 to promote better practice, policy and research in relation to housing and domestic abuse.

This post will initiate and implement a range of activities to promote best practice to safely address domestic abuse within the private rented sector. You will continue driving forward DAHA’s business development and Whole Housing Approach delivery plan with the Private Rented Sector.

The post will be based either in STADV London office or home-based remote working (if outside of London). National travel will be required. 

Standing Together is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) or gender.

Salary:  £25,600 (FTE £32,000)

Contract: Part-time – 28 hours per week : 1 Year Fixed Term

Benefits: 20 days holiday and workplace pension scheme

Closing dates for completed applications:  9:00am on Monday, 8th June 2020 : Interview date:  Wednesday, 17th June 2020

To apply download the application pack from our website.

Duration: Two Years Fixed-Term (extension subject to funding)

Location: Cardiff or London

Are you a creative and strategic communicator? Are you able to develop digital content that sparks conversation? Can you help people produce impactful materials that share stories of our work in an accessible and compelling way?

We are looking to recruit a Digital and Creative Communications Manager ready to take on an exciting new role and apply their skills and knowledge to support a busy and ambitious team. You will lead on Elrha’s digital strategy, including our website and social channels, to help our work reach those who need it most, and enhance our voice in the humanitarian community. You’ll oversee production of materials of all shapes and sizes, making sure everything is true to our brand, stimulates interest and connects with our audiences. You’ll use your skills to support communication activities for flagship events to showcase the best of our work, and the work we fund.

We’re a global charity, working to find solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. We fund and support work that goes on to shape the way in which people across the world are supported during a crisis.

We are based in London and Cardiff but our roles have a global reach. As an established and respected part of the humanitarian community, we work closely and meaningfully with our fellow networks and actors to make change happen.

You will be given a high degree of autonomy in your work, so to be successful, you will need to be flexible, bold, and work well in a constantly changing environment. You will have strong organisation skills and experience of managing a varied workload while paying attention to the tiny details.

If you are passionate about using your communications skills and experience to support the humanitarian community and those affected by crises, and you want to be part of an organisation that creates positive change in the humanitarian sector, then join us and we’ll give you every opportunity to succeed.

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We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable people in our work. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure. 

We recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality, and are committed to improving employment opportunities for minority groups. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and disabled candidates, as BAME and people with disabilities are currently under-represented throughout our work. We also welcome applications from LGB and Trans, and non-binary candidates. 

The role will be appointed at the start of the salary band advertised, unless there are exceptional circumstances. This allows for incremental progression within the role and movement up the scale.

Closing date: Sunday, 7 June 2020 

Interview dates: Monday 22 June & Tuesday 23 June 2020

Pay: £45,000 - 60,000 pro rata upwards, depending on experience
FT/PT: 3-4 days per week
Contract: Permanent, with three months’ probation
Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer
Based at: Chelsea Methodist Church, London SW3
Closing date: 8 June 2020 9am

Glass Door Homeless Charity is London’s largest open-access winter night shelter. This award-winning, independent charity provides shelter and support for those with nowhere else to turn. 

We are recruiting an experienced and compassionate Senior Finance and Resources Manager to join our growing team. In recent years, Glass Door has expanded its services in order to support a growing number of people sleeping on the streets of London. This is an exciting time to join the charity, as we take the important next steps in expanding our resources function. 

You will be a confident and friendly self-starter, who takes initiative to get things done. No two days will be the same: we are a dynamic office with all-hands-on-deck approach when required.

Working for Glass Door

We’re a collaborative team of 28 permanent and approximately 35 seasonal staff, who love making a positive impact. If you believe in our ethos and want to make a difference, get in touch. 

Glass Door provides its employees a full induction as well as learning and development opportunities and access to our employee wellbeing programme. We offer interest-free season ticket loans and a cycle-to-work scheme. 

We operate an equal opportunities policy and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Although Glass Door services normally take place within churches or church-owned properties, please note individuals with connections to a variety of faiths or none work for, volunteer at, and use the services of Glass Door. 

Our headquarters are located in the heart of Chelsea, close to both Sloane Square and South Kensington tube stations.

To apply

Download the candidate pack from our website and apply by 9am on Monday 8 June 2020. Initial interviews will be held in June via video call. 

Start Date

The start date will be July, depending on notice period and/or Covid-19 restrictions/ practicalities.

Job Description
The post holder will be responsible for the following:

Finance

• Maintain appropriate and comprehensive finance and accounting policies and procedures including payment authorisations, cash management etc.

• Provide clear and accurate financial information, budgets and forecasts to the trustees, COO, fundraising team and other departments as required.

• Manage strategic relationship with key partner organisations such as book keepers/auditors/payroll providers/bank etc. • Overall responsibility, with support from the external bookkeeper and internal staff, for:

• Ensuring accurate recording and maintenance of finance data, including accurate classification of income.
• Ensuring balance sheet and bank is reconciled and reviewed monthly.
• Preparing and developing monthly Management Accounts. • Oversee preparation of the annual financial statements and manage the external audit. • Oversee payroll and pension process, engaging with external payroll support, including administering monthly payroll and authorising weekly payroll.

Legal and compliance

• Overall responsibility for compliance with all legislation / codes.

• Ensure Companies House, Charity Commission, HMRC and Pensions Regulator requirements are met in a timely fashion.

Risk management

• Overall responsibility for risk management, including timely and accurate completion of risk assessments, maintaining and developing the organisation's risk register, and procuring and maintaining appropriate insurance cover.

• Overall responsibility for health and safety, with support from the HR Manager and other staff.

IT

• Overall responsibility for information technology across the organisation, which is implemented day-to-day by the IT support providers and Office Manager.

People Management

• Support and line manage a team of five.

• Conduct regular supervision meetings and performance appraisals.
 

Senior Management Team

• Operate as part of the Glass Door senior management team, with a particular remit to ensure that we are fulfilling our financial and compliance objectives.

• Support the COO and colleagues in setting the strategic direction for Glass Door.

• Represent the COO on internal or external matters, if appropriate.

Person Specification

Essential

Personal Qualities

Empathetic attitude towards homeless and vulnerably-housed people. 

A confident self-starter who will hit the ground running. 

Ability to operate at a range of levels; with both gravitas and relate-ability 

A team worker with an open, collaborative style and a practical, “can-do” approach. 

Commitment to our values of being welcoming; being open to all, without prejudice; compassionate; believing individuals can turn their lives around; and knowing we can have a bigger impact when we work together. 

Commitment to and understanding of the issues relating to equality of opportunity and the ability to implement change in this area. 

Ability to adhere to and implement Health & Safety, HR and operational policies.

Qualifications and Experience
ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA qualification. 

Minimum two years’ in-house employment experience post-qualification. 

Experience of leading and inspiring a team. 

Experience of budgeting and financial planning, including modelling / scenario planning. 

Experience with month end reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Excellent working knowledge of accounting software systems e.g. Xero / Sage. 

Fully conversant with best practice in accounting procedures. 

Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail, especially record-keeping and electronic filing. 

Strong written English and numeracy skills. 

Excellent skills in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and databases). 

Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills. 

Ability to forward plan and schedule workflows. 

Ability to relate to and work with people from a range of backgrounds.

Desirable
ACA or ACCA qualification.  

Experience of working with homeless people or similar disadvantaged client groups and an understanding of their needs.

Experience of working in the not for profit sector. 

Experience of charity accounting/ the SORP. 

Experience of risk management. 

An understanding of GDPR and health and safety legislation.

Your new company:
A large faith based organisation based in Central London. The organisation have a group structure with several entities within the group. The Finance Operations department is a shared services function working across the group to provide a comprehensive, cost-effective finance service to each organisation, and helping to co-ordinate joint projects where appropriate. Finance Operations incorporates transaction processing, financial and management accounting, SAP systems support, payroll and procurement.

The finance team operate from a shared service centre and they have recently identified the need to improve some of their systems and processes which has created the need for the role of Operations and Change Manager.

Your new role:
The Finance Operations and Change Manager is a critical role working across the Finance Operations team to develop and enhance our processes, driving efficient working practices and improving service quality. The role is responsible for designing and implementing improved processes within an appropriate control framework, setting appropriate service delivery standards for each team and developing tools to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement. The Finance Operations and Change Manager will lead a range of improvement projects across the Finance Operations team to drive efficient working practices and improve service quality.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Qualified Accountant
• Strong process design skills
• Strong influencing and persuasive skills
• Considerable experience in leading and delivering successful change, improving processes and ways of working within a team and with other teams
• Good understanding of best practice financial processing techniques and up-to-date with relevant technology solutions
• Experience of project management using a recognised project management methodology
• Experience of end-to-end business process mapping, able to produce clear and accurate documentation to underpin process redesign activities

What you'll get in return:
This is an opportunity to work with a large organisation and also to make critical changes to the organisation. The organisation offers good work life balance and a competitive package of benefits. There is also a very strong possibility that the contract will extend or even become permanent.

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Summary:

Responsible for further building the organisation’s online audience and developing a meaningful dialogue with potential and existing supporters, the appointed Digital Marketing Manager is expected to demonstrate up-to-date digital knowledge and flair. They should demonstrate strong project management skills and a highly-developed ability to establish and maintain relationships.

By engaging our existing supporter, prospect and fan base – using effective and innovative digital marketing strategies – the successful candidate will take a data-driven approach. Working alongside the Executive Director, they will advise on, develop and implement a strategy to produce persuasive and personalised content. The Digital Marketing Manager will facilitate the expansion of Animal Equality’s network, generate additional funds and enable the charity to become closer than ever to achieving its core mission.

General Responsibilities:

• Enhance our presence: Work within an existing brand voice, both in visual representation and editorial style, to amplify Animal Equality’s important message. Support the consistency of messaging, both internally and externally, so as to boost Animal Equality’s brand awareness.
• Create tailored content: Through copywriting and editing, work closely with our Communications Department to tell the powerful story of farmed animals. Deliver engaging content, features and news for our website, social media, email campaigns and more, in turn drawing further support to our cause. Demonstrate the value of our work and enable Animal Equality to reach new and diverse audiences.
• Deliver innovative campaigns: Develop and manage novel marketing and digital fundraising campaigns with the goal of acquiring, renewing, engaging and retaining supporters.
• Devise and execute our digital strategy: From concept to implementation, data segmentation to reporting, play a key role in creating a strategy that encompasses email, social media, display, paid social, SEO, PPC and web. Enhance the user journey via Animal Equality’s digital channels.
• Coordinate the delivery of strategic multi-channel fundraising and marketing campaigns: Develop and manage email campaigns, landing pages, tools and graphics for online fundraising activities, including donation forms. Implement peer-to-peer fundraising initiatives and Giving Day campaigns, and identify and research potential advertising opportunities. Achieve key objectives at the lowest possible cost per result.
• Plan and manage events: Enable Animal Equality to achieve its core mission through fundraising and brand-focused events.
• Take ownership of the editorial calendar: Alongside our Communications Department, supervise the ongoing development of Animal Equality’s digital communications editorial calendar, as well as the creation, production and delivery of organisation-targeted email communication.
• Identify trends and improve performance: Using insights from existing data, measure, evaluate, analyse, test and refine current strategies and performance of digital campaigns. Enhance participation and revenue by optimising future marketing, content and design.
• Report, analyse and define objectives: Provide accurate and insightful digital income analytical reports. Plan and achieve annual objectives and key results/KPI measures. Manage budgets and deliver planned objectives on time.
• Manage web-based fundraising and marketing tools/platforms: Utilise key analytics tools and APIs, such as Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager.

Individual Attributes Required:

• Superior interpersonal skills: present information to a wide range of audiences in a clear, persuasive and meaningful way. Work with colleagues across the Communications and Development Departments to achieve meaningful dialogue with members of the public, supporters and donors.
• Data-minded: with good knowledge of data pipelines and a passion for metrics-driven action, ensure actions taken are carefully considered and evidence-based.
• Strategic and agile: thrive in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with others using a range of tones and styles. Remain level-headed and resourceful, adapting to the situation at hand and problem-solving enthusiastically.
• Detail-oriented and exceptionally organised: work autonomously on multiple projects at any given time. Respond to competing deadlines and priorities in a busy work environment.
• Independent and proactive: with a driven and motivated attitude, embrace and take ownership of an extensive and varied workload.
• Team-player and cooperative: collaborate effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders to achieve the desired outcomes.

Position Requirements:

• A minimum of five years of related work experience in direct response fundraising and marketing, preferably at a non-profit advocacy organisation.
• Experience with Salesforce CRM preferred.
• Knowledge of and proven ability to develop and implement digital fundraising strategies.
• Experience with building and maintaining donation forms, surveys, and other user engagement features, and running reports/interpreting audience analytics.
• Strong data analysis experience.
• Experience using A/B testing in advocacy, fundraising and/or marketing capacity.
• Social media fundraising strategy experience.
• Strong copywriter for fundraising emails.
• Basic understanding of HTML.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication and the ability to work cooperatively with others in a team-oriented work environment.
• Ability to work additional hours, as needed, to meet deadlines and manage workflow.
• Professional appearance and adherence to a vegan lifestyle.
• Commitment to the objectives of Animal Equality.

Salary and Benefits: Salary band £30,000 - £35,000, depending on experience. Benefits include flexible working hours and casual office environment. Please note that, during this current time of uncertainty, Animal Equality UK is adhering to Government guidelines and protecting staff is our priority. All team members are currently working remotely until advised otherwise by Animal Equality UK’s Executive Director.

Application Process: The deadline for applications is 5pm UK time on Thursday 11th June 2020. Initial informal telephone conversations will take place in June. The interview process comprises a three-stage interview and Skills Test. The appointment process will run throughout July 2020, with a view to Animal Equality UK making an offer to the successful candidate by August 2020.

Applications: For informal enquiries please email us or call our team. Applications should be submitted online via the Apply button.

Applications must comprise a full curriculum vitae, an accompanying cover letter, and answers to the following questions:

1) Why do you want to work for Animal Equality?

2) What will you bring to Animal Equality?

Animal Equality is an equal opportunities employer; we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age. We are especially keen to encourage applications from those currently under-represented in the movement including: black and minority ethnic people; people with disabilities; lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people; and women in senior positions. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we will endeavour to accommodate any reasonable adjustments that individuals may require throughout the application process.

Animal Equality is a registered charity (England and Wales), no.1168309.

Job title: IT Operations Manager

Region: London Haig House

Directorate: Information Management & Technology (IM&T)

Contract: Permanent, Full Time – 35 hours per week

Salary: £46,452 per annum (£42,000 plus London Weighting £4,452)

About the Royal British Legion

The British Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

• A desire to provide a great customer service and support
• Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others
• Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution
• Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop
• An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others

If so then we would like you hear from you….

The Role

The IM&T department is going through an exciting period of change in our role as a critical enabling support service to deliver the Legion’s ongoing vision and strategy.

We are seeking a progressive and dynamic individual who will play a key role in managing the British Legion’s IT Infrastructure and the technical team who support this. Providing third line technical support to 1600 staff based throughout the UK, the IT Operations team strive to handle all escalations consistently and efficiently with a strong focus on customer service.

Reporting into the Head of Service Delivery you will be responsible for the line management of eight permanent staff. The role encompasses the monitoring and maintenance of all elements of the IT Infrastructure (both on prem and cloud based) with a strong focus on new technologies. This is a challenging role and the postholder will need to work in an agile way managing business as usual activities and on-going technical projects.

The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills to enable them to engage effectively with a range of audiences both technical and non-technical. The candidate will work closely with the Head of Service Delivery and the Service Desk Manager to continually seek ways and opportunities to improve the service provided to our staff.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply online’

Closing date for this role is Sunday 31st May 2020

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we’re challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in research to make life-changing breakthroughs possible.

By working at Alzheimer’s Research UK, you will be part of an organisation that has been recognised nationally as an outstanding place to work. In 2020, we were listed 39th in the prestigious Sunday Times 100 Best Not-for-Profit Organisations to Work For.  We were also awarded a 2-star accreditation by Best Companies, recognising outstanding levels of workplace engagement and were listed in the 75 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

The Research Informatics team at ARUK is leading the coordination of the Early Detection of Neurodegenerative Diseases (EDoN) initiative. EDoN is a growing and exciting collaboration among more than 13 organisations aiming to create a digital toolkit and machine learning models to enable the detection of specific dementia-causing diseases decades before overt cognitive symptoms become apparent. The Research Informatics team, as part of the EDoN coordination group, provides support to the EDoN initiative and its partners in the following areas: Project management, Policy and Ethics, Communications, Capacity Building, and Governance & Legislation.

The Research Informatics Engagement Manager is an excellent opportunity to work in the Research Informatics team to support the EDoN initiative and its partners to achieve their goals. As Research Informatics Engagement Manager, you will report to the Head of Research Informatics and it is expected you will manage between one and three Research Informatics Officers.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

• Identify and facilitate collaboration opportunities strategic for the EDoN initiative.
• Support, mentor and manage officers at the Research Informatics team to support capacity building activities.
• Coordinate the effective engagement with EDoN collaborators.
• Work with the programme manager to define and manage open calls with the goal to engage external partners who could strengthen and support the activities of the EDoN initiative.
• Support fundraising activities engaging with donors and funders.
• Work with the DEMON network and EDoN working groups to engage researchers and data scientists in workshops, training, and networking activities to support EDoN data science activities.
• Represent the Research Informatics Team externally, support the Head of Research Informatics to maintain excellent working relationships with external partners.
• Undertake any other relevant duties and projects delegated by the Head of Research Informatics in line with the responsibilities of the post.
• Contribute to external events as a representative of ARUK including national and international conferences.

What we are looking for:

• A postgraduate degree in technology or biomedical research
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills
• Excellent skills supporting and facilitating the work of colleagues
• Excellent skills delegating work and empowering direct reports
• Proven work experience in managing and coordinating projects, ideally clinical, data or technology projects
• Experience managing staff and fostering strategic collaborations
• Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively and confidently with both individuals and groups
• Motivated and able to approach problems systematically and creatively
• High standard of written English
• Flexibility for leading/participating in meetings/teleconferences with international stakeholder

Location: Granta Park, near Cambridge.

Salary: Circa £37,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more details.

The closing date for applications is the 7th June 2020, with interviews to be held on the 16th June 2020. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend on this date.

In order to be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please visit the Alzheimer’s Research UK website.

35 hours per week | Based in Ipswich, Central Office

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Individual individual Giving giving Manager professional to join Ormiston Families. Reporting to the director of income generation and marketing, the individual giving manager will play an important role in the development and management of individual giving campaigns. This is an exciting new role within the income generation team which raises income through donations and fundraising from individuals, trusts, corporate partners, events, a third-party weekly lottery, runs and challenges as well as from statutory sources.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the wider income generation team to ensure our supporter journeys are maximising lifetime value and that new supporters are stewarded towards further engagement.  The role will entail both direct and digital marketing campaigns to support the organisation’s ambitious growth.

The successful candidate will be educated to a degree level and have knowledge of the principles and practices of fundraising. They will have a strong record of developing and delivering individual strategies within the charitable sector.

For more information or to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date:  9am, Friday 5th June 2020

Interview date:  w/c Monday 15th June 2020

Ormiston Families is committed to safeguarding. We are an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.