OUR AIM

To provide the advice people need for the problems they face and to improve the policies and practices that affect peoples lives

OUR PRINCIPALS

The Citizens Advice Service provides free independent confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities.

Citizens Advice Bromsgrove and Redditch (CABR) is an independent registered charity covering the Bromsgrove and Redditch area.

We are a member of National Citizens Advice, the leading UK Advice Charity. The main areas we help our clients with are in debt, benefits, housing and employment and we offer information and advice to a large number of clients to a high, accredited standard of quality. We dealt with 5630 clients in 2019/20 and circa 20000 issues. The core areas are debt, benefits, employment and housing.

LOCATION

Based in Bromsgrove with some travel to key stakeholders within Bromsgrove and Redditch with some flexibility for home working

SALARY – circa £37000 per annum- 37 hours per week.

PERMANENT – FULL TIME

Reporting to the Trustee Board you have overall responsibility for the quality and delivery of advice provided by Bromsgrove and Redditch CA- ensuring we meet the standards required under the Performance and Quality Framework (PQF) and the objectives of the Strategic Business and Development Plan.

Your direct reports will be the CA Service Manager, Senior management team, Paid staff team and volunteers responsible for service delivery.

You will have specific responsibility for all external liaison and activity and will be a proven relationship builder who has exemplary interpersonal skills to strengthen our reputation.

Our network includes National CA, Bromsgrove District Council, Redditch Borough Council, other funders and stakeholders and the local community,

You will have a proven track record of maintaining and developing funding streams to enable continued support for our core service along with specialist service delivery to meet local needs.

You will ideally have managed or been a key influencer on a significant transformation project.

COVID19 has had a profound impact on the delivery of our advice service. Supported by a committed staff and volunteer team we have mobilised home working to continue helping local people in need by phone and email during this period.

Undoubtedly the landscape for local charities has dramatically changed and we are looking for a dynamic and innovative leader who can navigate us through the next steps in offering an excellent service to our clients.

If you have a passion to serve your local community and would wish to lead this great organisation in our next chapter in offering excellent service to our clients, please click on the 'Apply' button to access and complete the attached application form and submit with a covering letter on how you meet our requirements. CVs submitted on their own will not be accepted. 

It is envisaged that interviews will be held online on  either 1st December or 7th December 2020.

Thank you for expressing an interest in the role of Development Officer, supporting our operations in Wales at Sported.

Sported is a free membership organisation that offers organisational development and support to groups and organisations in the community and voluntary sport sectors in the UK. We recognise that many of the organisations that are great at delivering sport to young people would benefit from support on the business side of their activity, and we want to provide that, to ensure they are operating to the maximum of their potential and to enable them to do what they do best – change the lives of young people. 

We are also working to demonstrate the value of “sport for development” and its ability to change young people’s lives – our work moving forward will focus on demonstrating impact as well as on continuing to deliver our services.  Those services include online resources around business development, bespoke consultancy and grant funding.

Our work in Wales is growing with exciting projects and partnerships under development. The Development Officer role will support our operations in Wales, delivering projects and growing a team of Volunteer Business Mentors to engage with groups in deprived communities who are delivering Sport for Change activities as part of the Sported membership across the region.

We are looking for a motivated individual who can work closely with Sported’s Wales Manager in planning and delivering our operations in South Wales and Valleys. If you think you have the experience and skills to take up the role, we would be very interested to hear from you.  Details of the application process are included in the Job Info Pack.

About We Are With You

Everyone should feel comfortable getting the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol or mental health.

We work with people on their own goals, whether that’s staying safe and healthy, making small changes or stopping an unwanted habit altogether. 

We give people support in a way that’s right for them either face to face, in their local service, community or online. 

We provide a free and confidential service without judgement to more than 100,000 people a year. 

We use our expertise to improve the help available and raise awareness around drugs, alcohol and mental health so that more people can get support. 

About the role

We are looking for a People Partner to support the team through a period of change. The role will be based from home and can be located anywhere within the UK. 

As People Partner you will work as part of the team to deliver operational and strategic support to the organisation. 

The ability to assess risk, apply judgement and make informed decisions are key to this role. 

You will have outstanding communication skills, confidence and the ability to work efficiently and effectively.

We have a strong focus on our culture and trying new ways of working. You will work across multiple projects and have opportunities to learn. 

About the job

Ideally you will have:

• Experience as a People/HR Partner

• CIPD Level 7, or an equivalent recognised qualification (or time served functional knowledge) 

• A solid understanding of employment law and experience in resolving complex employee relations casework 

• Experience working with service provision change and TUPE

• The ability to deliver restructuring and redundancy processes

• The ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and leaders across the organisation - influencing, negotiating and acting as a critical friend 

• A pragmatic and innovative approach to solving problems 

• The ability to facilitate change and culture initiatives

• Experience using data to identify trends and metrics

• The ability to turn legal language into plain English, and to create tools and resources that make systems and processes clear for busy staff.

Further information about this job

This is a part time role for 30 hours per week, on a fixed term contract for 12 months.

Once coronavirus restrictions are lifted some UK travel including overnight stays may be required. 

Interviews will be held in 3 stages, the first being held on 18 November, the second during the period 23 - 27 November, the third stage to be confirmed.  All stages will be held via Video Call on Google Meet.

Please attach your CV when applying for this role.

Benefits of working with us

• 28 days holiday plus a bank holiday allowance (pro rata for part time staff)

• Enhanced employer pension contribution

• Life assurance benefit scheme

• Flexible working patterns to help with work life balance

• Training and development opportunities

• 24/7 access to employee assistance programme

• Cycle to work scheme

Information about us and our recruitment processes

We welcome applications from individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability. We actively welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates to ensure we have an inclusive and representational workforce for all our staff and clients.

With regard to the COVID-19 pandemic, we continue to deliver our services where at all possible bearing in mind social/physical distancing.  Our recruitment may be completed remotely where necessary to ensure we adhere to any government guidance.

We are only able to employ people who have the legal right to work in the UK.  All applicants will need to provide evidence of this before we can confirm unconditional offers of employment.

We want to safeguard and protect the children, young people and adults we work with. Our rigorous selection process applies to all applicants to support this aim.  If you are applying for a role which involves regulated activity you will need to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred Lists) check (if in England) or become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme (if in Scotland). We will also seek references as part of the selection process for this role, including from your current or most recent employer.

We reserve the right to close vacancies before the specified closing date, should a large number of applications be received. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

ISWAN is a leading international seafarers’ welfare NGO that promotes the welfare of seafarers worldwide. Our current CEO is retiring in 2021, and we are looking for a new leader to take the organisation to its next stage. With offices in the UK, India, and the Philippines, ISWAN runs a range of programmes and services that improve the physical and mental wellbeing of seafarers worldwide. The main programme is SeafarerHelp, the free and confidential twenty four hour helpline for seafarers and their families. Over recent years ISWAN has developed a widely respected programme that seeks to improve the mental wellbeing of seafarers. ISWAN is a membership organisation with members from shipping companies, unions, insurers, welfare agencies, and governments.

Responsible for twenty two staff the role requires the ability to develop constructive partnerships with a range of different organisations, including funders, in the maritime world. The role will also require working closely with the board of trustees.

We are looking for a creative, collaborative, and inspiring individual. We need the new CEO to lead and shape ISWAN’s strategic direction. The successful candidate will have experience in service delivery, fundraising and business development, marketing and communications; corporate governance; finance and, ideally, knowledge of seafarers and shipping.

We promote a working environment in which diversity is recognised, valued and encouraged. We are committed to principles of fairness and mutual respect where everyone accepts the concept of individual responsibility. Our policies seek to ensure job applicants and employees are treated fairly and without favour or prejudice.  We are committed to applying this throughout all areas of employment. 

Application by letter (strictly no more than 800 words) and CV (strictly no more than 3 A4 pages) 

First interviews: week commencing 7th December 2020

Second interviews: week commencing 11th January 2021

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Senior Policy Officer

London and remote working

The Senior Policy Officer role is key to our upcoming strategy and will lead on our health and social care policy influencing. With a sound understanding of the changing health and social care landscape, you will work to build our evidence base and translate evidence into persuasive arguments to influence at the highest levels.

Are you passionate about public policy and creating real change with and for people with disabilities? Are you excited by the prospect of putting people who are deaf or have hearing loss at the centre of your work? Can you adapt your communication style to any audience and build strong internal and external relationships? Would you be excited to work in a changing environment with a test-and-learn culture? Then this could be the role for you.

If that sounds like something you’d like to be part of, we’d love to hear from you.

In return, we’ll invest in you. Focusing on developing your talent with an emphasis on the skills that excite you. We’ll help you turn your ideas into reality and encourage you to try new things as we work to remove the barriers that people who are deaf or have hearing loss face.

Communication is a basic human need. Yet most of us know someone who struggles to communicate through hearing loss. It can cause substantial harm to friendships, family relationships, confidence, employability, mental health and life chances.

Action on Hearing Loss (formerly the RNID) is the UK’s largest charity for the 11 million people in the UK who confront deafness, tinnitus and hearing loss every day. Established in 1911, we help people to take control of their lives and live the life they choose, removing the barriers standing in their way. We give people support and care, develop technology and treatments, and campaign for equality. 

We champion the value of difference and equality and celebrate our diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from eligible candidates from BAME backgrounds or who are deaf or hard of hearing. With almost 20% of our employees having a disability we proudly hold Disability Confident Leader status and guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum essential criteria.

Research & Policy Officer

London and remote working

The Research and Policy Officer role is key to our upcoming strategy and will work to remove barriers to accessing employment and everyday goods and services for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. You will work to build our evidence base and translate evidence into persuasive arguments to influence at the highest levels.

Are you passionate about social policy and creating real change with and for people with disabilities? Are you excited by the prospect of putting people who are deaf or have hearing loss at the centre of your work? Can you adapt your communication style to any audience and build strong internal and external relationships? Would you be excited to work in a changing environment with a test-and-learn culture? Then this could be the role for you.

If that sounds like something you’d like to be part of, we’d love to hear from you.

In return, we’ll invest in you. Focusing on developing your talent with an emphasis on the skills that excite you. We’ll help you turn your ideas into reality and encourage you to try new things as we work to remove the barriers that people who are deaf or have hearing loss face.

Communication is a basic human need. Yet most of us know someone who struggles to communicate through hearing loss. It can cause substantial harm to friendships, family relationships, confidence, employability, mental health and life chances.

Action on Hearing Loss (formerly the RNID) is the UK’s largest charity for the 11 million people in the UK who confront deafness, tinnitus and hearing loss every day. Established in 1911, we help people to take control of their lives and live the life they choose, removing the barriers standing in their way. We give people support and care, develop technology and treatments, and campaign for equality. 

We champion the value of difference and equality and celebrate our diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from eligible candidates from BAME backgrounds or who are deaf or hard of hearing. With almost 20% of our employees having a disability we proudly hold Disability Confident Leader status and guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum essential criteria.

Northern Ireland Assembly Policy Officer

Full-time, Belfast, £28,000-£32,000 Dependent on Experience

Are you passionate about seeing a strong Christian influence in the development of legislation in Northern Ireland and the UK?

In today’s culture this voice is needed now more than ever. CARE is seeking an experienced policy officer in Northern Ireland to be part of CARE’s talented Policy Team engaging positively with the Northern Ireland Assembly on CARE’s issues.

The successful candidate will provide day to day representation for CARE and its objectives throughout the NI political scene. If you are a person with excellent research and writing skills and are able to communicate well with a variety of people this could be the job for you.

For further details, and to apply please see our website.

The deadline for applications is midday on Friday 13 November 2020.

Interviews will take place during the week beginning 16 November 2020.

Position: Senior Policy Officer (Treatments and Specialised Care)
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Flexible
Salary: £33,885 - £39,276 plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band F, Level 1
Department: Policy and Evidence

At the MS Society, we make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive environment where you will make a difference.

About this job

This role will specialise in treatments, specifically the research and policy processes that surround access to treatments and medicines for people with MS.

The post holder will be required to:

• Contribute to the development of the Society’s public policy positions, statements and arguments, in pursuit of our goals to improve the lives of people affected by MS.
• Ensure that our policy work is built on strong evidence and is informed by, and developed with, people affected by MS and relevant professionals.
• Work closely with colleagues in Campaigns, External Relations, PR and Research to enable the Society to build effective campaigns and influencing programmes around key issues facing people with MS.

We offer 27 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), travel loan and various other benefits such as supported developmental opportunities.

The MS Society is in the midst of an exciting, transformational, period which builds on our great history and will drive us towards achieving our mission and vision as we embark on our new 5 year strategy.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 4th November

PLEASE PRESS THE 'APPLICATION DETAILS' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY.

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity.

No agencies please.

NSUN (the National Survivor User Network), a UK mental health charity, is looking to recruit a Policy Officer at an exciting time in its growth and development.

NSUN connects mental health service users/survivors, people with lived experience, and user-led groups. We influence policy, practice and perceptions by amplifying the experiences and aspirations of our members. We are looking for someone with relevant skills to deliver NSUN’s policy function and to articulate a rights-based mental health policy, with a focus on the impact of poverty/precarity, housing and un/employment on mental health.

There is a strong evidence base for the social determinants of mental ill-health, but policy in this area tends to focus on longer-term prevention. NSUN wants to explore the material conditions which make life harder for people living with long-term mental health difficulties. Funded for 3 years by Trust for London, this work will explore how poverty, lack of social security, poor housing or poor working conditions impact on Londoners’ mental health. Alongside the CEO, the Policy Officer will develop a series of achievable policy changes across different areas which would improve Londoners’ mental health. The work will amplify and connect the grassroots work of user-led and community-based campaigning groups working in London, and will collect, support and publicise system-changing ideas and voices. Whilst the main focus of the work is London, as NSUN is an England-wide charity, there will be opportunities to influence at a national level. 

We would particularly welcome applications from individuals from marginalised or racialised communities, and from individuals who do not have a traditional policy or research background.

The role is currently home-based. Specifically we are looking for someone with the following skills and experience:

• Excellent analytical skills 
• The ability to translate and communicate complex issues for non-technical audiences 
• Proactive, flexible and responsive, with strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Lived experience of mental ill-health, distress or trauma
• A passion for NSUN’s mission and work, and the ability to communicate it effectively to a wide variety of stakeholders 

Location: When appropriate, Youth Futures would prefer that the Head of Policy is based at either our Birmingham or Leeds hub. However, we will not discount applications from candidates whose preference is to be based at our London hub. Please specify your preferred office location when applying

Reporting to: Director of Strategy and Innovation

The Youth Futures Foundation is a new, independent, not for profit organisation set up to tackle youth unemployment with a £90million endowment from the Reclaim Fund. We are looking for bold and impactful ways to help young people find and keep good jobs. There are over 750,000 young people not in education or employment in the UK. Young people are twice as likely to be unemployed than older adults in the labour market and BAME and disadvantaged young people disproportionately bear the brunt of it.

We are building an ‘empowerment foundation’ to identify practical solutions that work in a complex world yet are simple and cost effective enough to roll out across multiple locations, to reach as many young people as possible. To do this, we are now building our own inspiring team to help us achieve our vision.

As our Head of Policy you will work closely with the Director of Strategy & Innovation, the Head of Strategy, and other colleagues to support and contribute to YFF’s evidence-based policy work by the development and delivery of a cutting-edge policy agenda and stakeholder outreach strategy. You will identify and seize opportunities for influencing public policy at a national, local and regional level. You will be working in partnership with young people, employers, funders and government to collectively develop and champion effective approaches to bring about transformational change.

This is an exciting opportunity for an empowering leader to be at the core of the creation and delivery of the future-looking big ideas that will most transform youth employment over the next 10 years.

You will possess significant experience in a senior policy role in a relevant organisation, such as youth opportunities, employment support or a relevant government department with a demonstrable understanding of current key debates and priorities in the youth employment space. With the ability to remain politically neutral, you will have gained a deep understanding of the UK political environment and the operation of government in a policy or influencing role within a complex multi-stakeholder environment. You will also possess strong organisational, project management, report writing and influencing skills and given our collaborative approach, we are looking for a track record of solutions-oriented, convening and partnership working.

We are especially interested in hearing from individuals who are Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background, and those who have lived experience that reflects the lives of the young people we are seeking to support. Whatever your background, if you have a personal mission that aligns with ours, and the ability to engage equally well with young people sat on the floor of a community centre as you do with business and government leaders in imposing board rooms, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

For more information, please click on 'Apply'

The closing date is 11.59pm 1st November 2020.

IPSEA is a national charity providing free legally-based independent information, advice and casework support to the families of children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). 

Working with IPSEA’s Chief Executive and legal team, we are recruiting a Policy Manager to take lead responsibility for IPSEA’s engagement with central and local government and key stakeholders, building on our established reputation and existing relationships.

The role will involve:

• identifying and agreeing policy priorities for IPSEA and developing new policy thinking that is credible and influential
• monitoring the policy landscape and parliamentary proceedings relevant to IPSEA’s policy priorities, and
• developing and maintaining effective relationships with key external stakeholders including local government officials, MPs, government ministers and civil servants to keep them informed about IPSEA’s work and policy concerns.

The role is home-based with occasional visits to the IPSEA office in Saffron Walden, Essex (once the office reopens). 

This is a new and exciting role for someone with extensive experience in a senior policy and campaigning role, and an interest in SEND.

For more information and to apply, please visit our website.

Job Purpose

To provide the financial support required to run a successful charity.  This will include maintaining accounting systems and bookkeeping, report on financial activities to SLT and the board of Trustees, run payroll, support the preparation of budgets, and work with our accountants to prepare end of year accounts.

Working with the CEO, and liaising with relevant staff at Element Society’s offices, the Finance Officer will play an important part in ensuring that the charity’s finances are managed effectively and in line with internal policies and statutory requirements.

Working as part of the team the Finance Officer will have broad experience of how the finance function works in the charity sector. More specifically, the Finance Officer’s role will include the following responsibilities:

• Ensuring that complete and accurate accounting records for all Element’s transactions are maintained, and Quickbooks accounting software is updated and reviewed in a timely manner

• Leading on banking operations, including setting up accounts, updating mandates/signatories, making payments, and reconciling accounts

• Assisting with Element’s payroll process and ensuring that the payroll is delivered in a timely and accurate manner

• Preparing monthly management accounts, including updating cash flow forecasts, and other reports including to the Board of Trustees and funders.

• Acting as a point of contact for Element staff for finance queries and providing financial support to team members, ensuring that the policies and procedures of Element are upheld

• Maintaining relationships with existing suppliers and sourcing new suppliers, ensuring that the correct procurement policies have been followed

• Preparing statutory returns for the Charity Commission, Companies House and HMRC returns

• Preparation of year-end accounts and any external audits

• Attendance at SLT meetings and presentation of current budget positions

• Attendance at Trustee meetings to present financial statements

• Attendance at the Annual General Meeting to report on the annual accounts and audit statements

• Other tasks as required by Element. 

Person specification 

Required knowledge, skills and experience 

• Strong intellectual ability and professional financial experience, as evidenced by a formal qualification or part qualification in accountancy (CIMA, ACCA, AAT etc.) or experience of working as a finance officer or a similar role

• Knowledge/understanding of reporting requirements for UK-based small businesses (Charity Commission, Companies House and HMRC requirements)

• Excellent IT skills, with specific competency with Microsoft Excel. Previous experience using QuickBooks accounting software.

• Self-motivated and dynamic, with sound organisational skills and a keen attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a team environment with technical and non-technical staff. 

• Excellent communication skills

• Respect the confidentiality of information relating to the work of the team, the work of Element Society and its clients and users.

• Reliable, honest and trustworthy

• Permission to live and work in the UK 

Desirable knowledge, skills and experience

• Interest and/or previous experience in the third sector

• Previous relevant experience in a small or medium sized not for profit business

General

• To maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff and volunteers in their development and training.

• To undertake such other duties and training as may be reasonably required and which are commensurate with the nature and grading of the post.

• To contribute to Element’s Vision and Mission and strive to exhibit the Values and Behaviours at all times.

• To comply with all legislative requirements, together with the policies and procedures of the organisation and to ensure this is applied by staff and volunteers.

The post holder will come into contact with vulnerable adults and young people and will, therefore, be subject to a disclosure check at an enhanced level prior to confirmation of employment

Project specific:

• To ensure budgets as allocated are managed in accordance with best practice

• To ensure that the objectives within the Business Plan, as appropriate to this position, are appropriately planned and delivered

• To undertake project appraisal with Project Leads following completion of events and the preparation of improvement plans.

• To support Element Society in developing and maintaining partnerships 

• To ensure that all enquiries, however they are made, are followed up.

• To ensure that staff and volunteers have appropriate briefings and clarity around their role and project 

The foregoing roles are neither exhaustive nor exclusive and the post holder may be required from time to time to undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and position of the post in the organisation. The post holder will be required to operate within the guidelines of the Health and Safety at Work Act at all times.

ROLE Description

Caritas Social Action Network is the official domestic social action agency of the Catholic Church in England & Wales, a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee. Inspired by the life and example of Jesus Christ we animate and coordinate our Network of Caritas dioceses and member charities to help poor, vulnerable and marginalised people find their voice and to enable them to improve their lives. We work in collaboration with the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England & Wales (CBCEW) and as part of the Caritas Internationalis confederation. We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer to lead the next stage of development and delivery of the work of the agency.

The Chief Executive Officer will have personal responsibility for:

Strategic direction and stewardship:

Realising the vision and mission of Caritas Social Action through the development and delivery of our strategic framework. S/he will ensure that the organisation has long-term impact for the people we serve and that our strategic framework is translated into effective annual operating plans.

Organisational leadership:

Leading a small national team, enabling them to achieve agreed outcomes. Driven by commitment to our values, s/he will ensure high levels of performance, be accountable for the well-being and development of staff and a champion of equality, diversity and inclusion.

Representation and advocacy:

Offering a coherent Catholic voice in the public arena to inspire and catalyse social change. S/he will collaborate with the CBCEW and seek to engage, convene and influence our members and other stakeholders to generate and apply evidence to support this advocacy.  

Network development and resource management:

Developing our Network of Caritas dioceses and independent charities. S/he will promote and nourish the distinctive quality and character of the Network, promoting collaboration and cohesion. S/he will work closely with the CBCEW and strengthen our partnership with our sister agency CAFOD to advance Caritas within England & Wales. S/he will develop funding relationships which allow for a steady expansion of our impact and be responsible for the effective deployment of our resources.

Corporate governance:

Ensuring that trustees are enabled to carry out their role and that all legal and regulatory responsibilities are discharged. S/he will ensure that the governance of the organisation meets the highest possible standards.

The CEO will:

• Provide strategic leadership for Caritas Social Action national team to ensure that our vision is achieved;
• Manage and develop the staff team, encouraging their personal, professional and spiritual development within a culture of continuous improvement;
• Ensure clear organisational objectives and professional delivery of projects to deadline and budget in an ambitious, impact-oriented culture;
• Promote a culture of mutual support and collaboration within the wider Network;
• Ensure the long-term financial health of organisation;
• Oversee all operations and business activities ensuring that they produce the desired results and are consistent with our strategy and mission;
• Ensure that CSAN advances the education, training, practice and formation of those active in the field of Catholic social action to promote continuous improvement across the Network;
• Generate and lead initiatives that reflect CSAN’s values and positioning within the Church and the sector;
• Act as an ambassador for us, influencing and developing productive relationships at all levels within the global Caritas confederation and beyond;
• Engage with donors, corporate sponsors, other charities and other relevant organisations; and
• Model our values and ways of working, challenging and addressing behaviour that contravene these.

Person Specification

It is essential for candidates to demonstrate effectiveness as well as knowledge and experience in the following areas:

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• A contemporary understanding of the Catholic Church and how Catholic Social Teaching guides its witness and mission to people in need;
• Leadership and senior management, preferably within the voluntary sector;
• Social policy, current systems and developments affecting responses to those experiencing poverty, exclusion and injustice;
• Strategic planning, consistent management, dealing with change and budget discipline;
• The role of faith-based charities and the ecclesial context for Catholic charitable activities in England & Wales;
• Relationship building with multiple stakeholders; and
• Navigating tensions within small organisations, within membership associations and in relationship to large, complex institutions, coalitions and points of view.

SKILLS & APTITUDES

Candidates should be able to explain how they would:

Strategic direction and stewardship

Provide appropriate leadership in a variety of situations and contexts. Identify and implement responses to constant change within the operational environment, including the development of the staff team; the future strategic direction of CSAN; its work plan and priorities; its contribution to the evolution of Caritas within England & Wales; as well as the securing of funding streams to support its future work.

Organisational leadership

Manage a small staff team to meet a full and wide-ranging work programme which is constantly liable to scrutiny and change to meet the needs of multiple stakeholders, especially of the growing membership; whilst working within budget and the strategic framework agreed by trustees.

Representation and advocacy

Use high level skills to communicate the ethos, mission and priorities of the network effectively in person and through a diversity of media forms. Develop alliances to benefit those in need in England & Wales and to serve the common good. 

Network development and resource management

Create, develop and maintain relationships with multiple stakeholders, sectoral bodies and interested parties, which include trustees, CBCEW, members, funders, supporters, Caritas Internationalis, Caritas Europa, government and the voluntary sector. 

Corporate governance

Support and facilitate the trustees in their governance duties and systems.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

A practising Catholic[1] committed to improving the circumstances of those from all faiths and none who are in poverty, excluded or unjustly treated, together with a demonstrable commitment to Catholic Social Teaching and to the vision, mission and strategic direction of Caritas Social Action Network.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

The successful candidate will be:

• Accountable to the Board of Trustees and line managed by the Chair of Trustees;
• Based at the CSAN office in Romero House, London, although distance working may be requested and/or required;
• Able to work a full time 35 hours per week flexibly as required including some evenings and weekends;
• Able to travel regionally, nationally and internationally as required;
• Appointed on a salary of up to £60K;
• Eligible for 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and membership of the defined contribution pension scheme including an annual employer’s contribution of 6% and employee’s minimum contribution of 3%;

[1] This is an occupational requirement of the role.

Please note that these roles require working to a rota pattern that involves weekend and evening work, as well as sleep-in shifts

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their potential? Do you want to work in a challenging, team focused and rewarding environment? Have you got the drive to support a young person on their journey to independence? Do you have the skills to engage hard to reach young people?

This role is perfect for individuals who have experience of working with vulnerable people in a supportive setting including supported housing, social care, health care or a related area. We also welcome applications from experienced practitioners.

Centrepoint is the UK's leading charity for homeless young people. We provide a range of accommodation based and floating support services to vulnerable young people across London and the North East. Our vision is to end youth homelessness but until then we will continue to provide young people with a place to call home, tailored support and the opportunity to build the skills needed to sustain independent living.

We are looking for Supported Housing Officers for full and part time roles to join our excellent Housing and Support team in services across our three London Regions.

In this role you will:

Work face to face with young people and support them to achieve their goals.
Help young people overcome difficult circumstances and achieve independence.
Work independently and as part of a team in accommodation based or floating support services for young people
Undertake initial and on going needs and risk assessments for young people accessing services
Manage your own caseload of young people, providing holistic support in line with their needs and aspirations
Liaise with multiple agencies to ensure effective communication across the service and externally including social work teams, YOS, health and other statutory services and voluntary agencies
Make internal and external referrals to a wide range of statutory and voluntary agencies for specialist support and Employment and Training opportunities
Support young people to manage their rent accounts through liaison with the DWP, Social Services and building their own personal budgeting skills
We seek to challenge discrimination and are committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint. We welcome applications from anyone with direct experience of being homeless or using young people's services.

Closing Date: Wednesday 4 November, 12 noon