Project Outreach Officer Jobs in Liverpool

Glaucoma UK is the charity for people with glaucoma. Our vision is to end preventable glaucoma sight loss. We want everyone with glaucoma to be able to live well with the condition.

It couldn’t be a more exciting time to join our team. We have just developed a new Theory of Change and we are now embarking on a period of growth. With an estimated 700,000 people in the UK living with glaucoma – but only half of them 
knowing it – we want, and need, to do more. We want to fund more research, raise more awareness and help more people. And that is where you can make a real difference.

There is no cure for glaucoma. Sight loss from the disease cannot be reversed. Eye drop treatments can be painful and awkward and can cause more distress than the disease itself. There are many different treatment options and making decisions can be confusing and difficult. By providing a range of accessible and effective support services, we want to play our part in helping people to live and stay well with glaucoma. 

As Training and Engagement Officer (Southern England), you’ll join our team of three other Training and Engagement Officers covering Northern England, Scotland/Wales and Northern Ireland. Across your region, you will be responsible for delivering our new, aspirational strategy by: 

• Hearing and being the voice of people with glaucoma across your region;
• Providing support for people with glaucoma, potentially including support groups, conferences or working with local organisations to enable them to provide support;
• Raising awareness of glaucoma, particularly amongst high risk groups;
• Training and collaborating with professionals who work with people with glaucoma.

Your high quality delivery of these services is central to our success is key in this role. You will work closely with colleagues in the wider Support Services team, including the helpline, professional engagement and health information. You will also be involved with the Communications team, especially during public awareness raising campaign weeks. 

You will deliver Glaucoma UK's outreach, training and engagement strategy in the South of England, including raising awareness among the general public, providing services for people affected by glaucoma and delivering training to health care professionals.

Position: Training and Engagement Officer (Southern England)
Responsible to:  Development Manager
Location: Home-based, with regular travel across service area & occasional trips to the charity’s Head Office in Ashford, 
Kent
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week - core hours of 10am–4pm
Salary: £30,210 per annum

Annual leave and benefits

• 25 days holiday per annum, plus Bank Holidays
• Benenden Healthcare cover
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Up to 5% contributory pension
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay 
• Funded support for learning and development

How to apply: Click the Quick Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV, covering letter, and answer a screening question. 

Interviews will take place on Thursday 14 December 2023 or the morning of Friday 15 December 2023 remotely via Microsoft Teams and interested candidates are urged to keep these times free. We will be in touch with shortlisted applicants by 6.00pm on Monday 11 December 2023

Closing date: 11.30pm Sunday 10 December 2023

What you'll be working on:

• Providing community support to individuals living with glaucoma, including establishing support groups, attending eye clinics, hosting patient conferences, encouraging the use of our information booklets and giving talks about glaucoma and Glaucoma UK.
• Delivering training to eye care professionals covering the nature of glaucoma, difficulty with eye drop adherence, eye drop dispensing aids and other treatments.
• Working with the Development Manager to deliver a programme of digital support, including arranging and hosting webinars, virtual support groups and other methods of online group engagement.
• Gathering regional insights about under-represented communities that are at higher risk of developing glaucoma-related sight loss.
• Working to raise awareness of glaucoma and Glaucoma UK among higher risk communities, and encourage regular eye tests, adherence to treatment and uptake of our services.
• Assisting the Development Manager in developing and maintaining partnerships with appropriate regional health agencies and other sight sector organisations.
• Acting as a point of contact for local organisations who are working to support people living with glaucoma.
• Providing feedback and insights to improve the effectiveness of existing services across the charity and contribute to the development of new initiatives as appropriate.
• Using Glaucoma UK’s communication systems and social media to promote regional events to maximise take-up and participation, particularly among high-risk groups.
• Writing articles as required about the charity’s outreach work for Glaucoma UK’s newsletters, social media and other relevant publications.
• Working with the Fundraising and Membership Team to ensure that outreach activity supports fundraising and membership recruitment where appropriate.
• Ensuring outreach services encourage patient involvement in research projects where appropriate.
• Liaising with volunteers as required to support the delivery of outreach services.

This job is for you if you have.....

• the ability to develop and manage a variety of relationships with different stakeholders
• excellent networking and relationship building skills to work well collaboratively
• strong written and verbal communication skills, able to engage and influence a range of audiences
• good facilitation skills and confidence in presenting to a range of audiences, including patients and professionals, digitally and face-to-face
• problem solving ability to identify the needs of different stakeholders and provide relevant support and advice
• empathy to understand the challenges and experience of people living with glaucoma and the eye health professionals working to support them
• confidence in using Microsoft Office and operating in a digital environment, including use of social media to raise awareness locally
• enthusiasm, and are pro-active, organised, able to take initiative and work autonomously and as part of a collaborative, supportive team.
• good numeracy skills, able to collect and collate data, and apply learnings to future work.
• flexibility to travel across the area of service with occasional out of office hours and overnight stay

Technical Project Executive

£26,000 - £30,000 per annum (dependent on relevant experience and skills) plus generous benefits

We are the Football Foundation - the Premier League, the FA and government’s charity that delivers outstanding grassroots facilities, more and better places to play, transforming lives and communities where it is needed most. 

To help us with this important mission, we currently have a vacancy for a Technical Project Executive. Supporting within the Technical function of the Grant Management Team, you will assist with the scrutiny of the technical/construction aspects of capital grant projects ensuring the successful completion of new and improved sport facilities. You will work in collaboration with partner organisations to provide professional advice and guidance to applicants to assist with the development of capital projects, both at grass-roots level and within the Football League and National League system. 

This is an exciting opportunity to use your professional experience in construction to help improve lives and strengthen communities through grassroots football.

About the Football Foundation

Over the last 22 years, the Foundation has awarded more than 23,000 grants to deliver outstanding grassroots facilities across England worth more than £877 million. This year, the Foundation will be investing more money than ever into facilities across England and is committed to improving the experience of playing football for everyone. 

The Foundation’s goal is to unlock the power of pitches ensuring everyone has a great place to play regardless of gender, race, disability or place. 

What are we looking for?

You will be a newly qualified graduate, or a more experienced graduate looking for a different career path with a construction-related degree or professional qualification (for example architecture, building surveying, planning, civil engineering, quantity surveying, project management or construction management). 

You must also have great people skills and the ability to work with people at all levels, from clients and suppliers to volunteers. We are looking for someone who can inspire and excite our applicants. You must be accurate, systematic, and flexible with the ability to juggle a wide range of activities. 

You must hold a current, clean driving licence, have access to your own vehicle, and be willing to undertake site visits to be able to undertake the role.

We’re looking for a team player with a keen attention to detail and strong organisational skills who takes pride in delivering excellent customer and administrative service. 

You don't need to follow football to apply, but it is expected that you appreciate the power of sport to change lives and have a genuine interest in using your skills and experience to help the Football Foundation achieve our charitable and strategic objectives.

For more details about the role and full person specification, please download the recruitment pack. 

What can we offer you?

The salary band for this role is £26,000 - £30,000 per annum, dependent on relevant skills and experience. 

You will start on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), collective bonus scheme, free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, interest-free season ticket loan, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets

We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.

Equality and Diversity Commitment 

We request that all applicants complete our equal opportunities form as part of the application process. This anonymous and confidential form helps the Football Foundation to build up a picture of who is applying to join the organisation, and to monitor progress in this area. The link to complete this is in the application process. 

The Football Foundation is committed to, and values the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability and those from the LGBTQI+ community.

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview stage, please contact us at jobs@ footballfoundation .org. uk

How do I apply?

To apply, please follow the steps outlined below:

1. Please send the following to jobs @footballfoundation. org .uk

o CV

o Cover letter - please highlight briefly and clearly how your skills, abilities and experience equip you for the role, together with your reasons for applying. 

2. Complete an anonymous Equal Opportunities form which can be found on our webpage. 

Click here to fill it out. Please only fill out one form when you apply. If you need any help, please let us know.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 30 November 9:00am.

Interviews are currently scheduled for 14 & 15 December.

Due to the volume of applications received for most roles, the Foundation only contacts candidates if they are shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, you should assume your application has not been successful.

Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.

JOB TITLE: CEO

SALARY: £250/day

HOURS: 2 days/week (16 hours delivered flexibly across the week as needed)

CONTRACT: Freelance

REPORTING TO: Chair of the Trustee Board

LOCATION: Remote (with some travel to meetings and events in London)

DIRECT REPORTS: Outreach Programme Manager, Partnerships Programme Manager and Community Manager

JOB SUMMARY

This post offers an exceptional opportunity to develop, manage and lead Lightyear Foundation at an exciting time in our journey. Our new CEO, in conjunction with the Board of Trustees, will implement the strategic and operational direction of the charity. Key activities will include: providing leadership; managing all aspects of our programmes, staff, volunteers and fundraising; and being an effective advocate for the charity and its beneficiaries. You will manage a new core team of three (Outreach Programme Manager, Partnerships Programme Manager and Community Manager), and will be responsible for ensuring financial control and leading on good governance across all aspects of the charity.

About Lightyear Foundation

Lightyear Foundation is a small but mighty national charity committed to breaking barriers to disabled children participating in STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths). Disabled children face multiple disadvantages in education, careers and life skills and are all too often excluded from STEM. We exist to ensure that no disabled child is denied the opportunity to love and learn from these subjects or to go on to contribute to society in these fields. 

We work directly with disabled children in special schools, inclusion pods and community groups, designing and delivering immersive sensory science experiences, deep learning labs and work inspiration visits to exciting STEM venues. We also work directly with STEM organisations through our SEN in STEM Network, a unique national network bringing the sector together to break down barriers to inclusion by sharing best practice and practical solutions, and through training and special projects which help STEM organisations improve access to their materials, venues, processes and activities for disabled children.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lightyear Foundation is a small but fast-growing charity. We are now at a pivotal point in our growth and have ambitions to increase our reach and to diversify our income, enabling us to play an even more significant role in dismantling barriers to inclusion. We have been awarded a grant to secure our core team roles for three years, which has enabled us to sustainably appoint a small team for the first time. We are looking for an experienced small charity CEO to lead this new freelance team, building on the excellent work of their predecessor and the many exciting opportunities ahead of us.

Leadership

• Be the face and voice of the charity – our principal ambassador.
• Lead, support, engage and motivate all staff: we are a small team of part-time freelancers across the new core team and the wider specialist delivery team, so creating a sense of community and collaboration is fundamental to our success.
• Seek out, develop and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant organisations and individuals to promote the work of the charity and facilitate the implementation of its strategic objectives.
• Leverage networks with other charity leaders to share and gain best practices to achieve our mission.
• Be a role model for staff and partners in relation to work ethics and culture.

Strategy

• Liaise with the Board in relation to the development of the charity’s strategic vision and be responsible for leading its implementation.
• Be responsible for the development and delivery of the charity’s agreed business plans.
• Identify and assess strategic risks, issues and opportunities and take responsibility for initiating and leading associated changes.
• Seek out and implement opportunities for innovation and ensure that Lightyear Foundation remains at the forefront of positive change in increasing access to STEM.
• Establish and implement best practice for the management, development and engagement of staff and volunteers.

Operational Management

• Be responsible for the implementation of all the charity’s operational plans.
• Take executive responsibility for all functions including programmes, administration, finance, fundraising, marketing, communications and IT.
• Ensure that Lightyear Foundation’s programmes, contracts and projects are delivered to the highest standard with due regard for timescales, targets and budgets.
• Take overall responsibility for the recruitment, management and effective deployment of freelance staff, applying robust HR processes covering recruitment, performance management, appraisal and remuneration.

Finance

• Lead and direct the financial planning, forecasting, control, reporting and management of the organisation's finances and resources, to include support for, and engagement of, Trustees and sub-groups to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainable organisational growth.
• Take executive responsibility for the financial leadership of the charity, including forecasting and strategic budget leadership.
• Ensure that the charity’s financial resources are managed effectively and that Lightyear Foundation remains in good financial health, identifying risks and taking appropriate action.
• Liaise with the Board to develop and lead on the implementation of the charity’s financial plans, including setting budgets, formulating income generation strategies and overseeing all fundraising activities.
• Maintain effective financial management and control systems; ensure delivery within budgets and to performance targets and oversee production of management accounts, statutory accounts, impact reports and annual reports.

Fundraising

• Create, own and deliver Lightyear Foundation’s income generation strategy.
• Diversify income away from a reliance on grants to include greater individual, community and corporate support.
• Manage our key relationships with funders, including providing timely reports and updates.
• Proactively identify new funding opportunities, creating and submitting applications or proposals as needed.

Governance and Compliance

• Liaise with the Board to ensure that the charity’s overall governance structure, policies and procedures are appropriate and effective, taking remedial measures and implementing changes as necessary.
• Attend all Board meetings (held four times a year, usually on a Monday early evening) and prepare a written report in advance of each meeting detailing matters of interest and concern regarding the charity’s activities during the previous period.
• Ensure that the Board is made aware in a timely fashion of any matters requiring its attention.
• Develop and maintain effective operational policies and processes in all the charity’s functions. Review and update scope and content to meet legal, regulatory and best practice needs.
• Ensure that the charity complies with best practice in all areas of operation, including filing annual accounts with the Charity Commission and Companies House on time.

Health and Safety

• Oversee the safeguarding of the children with whom the charity works through rigorous DBS procedures and staff/volunteer training.
• Ensure that collection and protection of personal information complies with current Data Protection regulations.
• Ensure that all of the charity’s activities are conducted safely and that Health and Safety policies are understood and followed by everyone.
• Ensure that all major risks are identified and regularly reviewed and that systems and procedures are in place to mitigate all such risks; be responsible for the development and implementation of the charity’s Risk Register.

General Responsibilities

• Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably requested.
• Be conversant with all aspects of the operation and willing to cover and provide support across the team should the need arise.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Key Skills

• Genuine passion for Lightyear Foundation’s mission and values.
• Proven experience in leading a charity through growth, including a track record of successful fundraising and programme management.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Financial acumen and budget management skills.
• Ethical and transparent leadership style.

You’ll resonate deeply with the way we understand disability and our approach to working with children and the STEM sector. You’ll be excited at the possibilities for growth that are now available to us, and you’ll have the confidence and determination to provide us with decisive leadership and drive us through a significant next step in our evolution as a charity.

Even if you don't possess all the listed experience or skills, we encourage you to apply and showcase your unique strengths and capabilities. At Lightyear Foundation we embrace diversity. We’re therefore encouraging applicants from all backgrounds and especially those from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups as well as those with lived experience of disability. 

Practicalities: Possession of a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) Check at Enhanced level will be required. The successful applicant will be asked for details of two referees. As a freelancer, you agree to take full responsibility for the payment of all income tax, assessments and National Insurance.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send us your CV and short cover letter explaining your interest in the role to Elle Wilks, Deputy CEO, by 5pm on Thursday 30th November, using the Quick Apply button. Please provide details of your notice period and/or availability to start the role if successful.

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking a dedicated and creative Content Writer with a strong educational background to join our team. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in developing new digital educational materials and updating existing resources to enhance our educational outreach. This role is pivotal in ensuring our content is engaging, informative, and up-to-date, reflecting the latest trends and research in the fields of gaming and gambling. The role will suit a dynamic, collaborative individual who enjoys working with multiple stakeholders.

Main Role & Responsibilities:

The Content Writer: Training Resources will be responsible for creating high-quality educational resources, tailored for digital delivery, which focus on gaming and gambling awareness. They will conduct thorough research, as well as reviewing and updating existing resources, to ensure all learning materials are factual, engaging and relevant. Thie role will work collaboratively with subject matter experts and teams across Ygam, managing briefs and projects effectively to meet deadlines and expectations.

At Ygam, we are committed to safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable people in our work. We will do everything possible to recruit only suitable people to work with children or vulnerable people.

Ygam is an equal opportunity employer. It is Ygam’s approach that all employees have a working environment which promotes dignity and respect and where individual differences, and the contributions made are recognised and valued. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience of gaming and gambling harms, people with disabilities, people from minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ people, neurodiverse people and armed force veterans. We are Disability Confident and offer a guaranteed interview for candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria for this role. 

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Accommodation Service Manager, based in our Northwest region. You will oversee two Coordinators, with the responsibility for up to 8 safe-house properties in total,  to ensure Service Users are supported effectively, staff are managed well, and internal processes and procedures are followed to a high standard, and that all contractual KPI's and standards are met. Where required, you will also play a role in implementing service and system improvements.

WHO WE ARE

Causeway, the UK-wide charity who believes in the power of lasting change. We take people from existing to living, and empower our service users, including survivors of modern slavery and exploitation, to find their voice and place in society. Since 2005, we have expanded across multiple regions and now provide accommodation and outreach support to hundreds of survivors of modern slavery every year. In 2018, we collaborated with South Yorkshire Police to launch About Face, a trauma-informed programme committed to breaking the cycle of crime, collaborating alongside other organisations such as South Yorkshire Police, Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service, amongst many others. Our vision is to ensure a thriving future for marginalised and vulnerable people, and it would not be possible without our dedicated team of staff and volunteers

What you can expect from a career at Causeway

As an organisation we are committed to supporting your success and providing you with a wealth of skills, training and opportunities as well as staff benefits to enhance your employment. These will include:

• Regular accredited and in-house training on specialist subjects such as trauma, mental health, safeguarding, working with addictions and much more
• Commitment to annual salary reviews
• Progression opportunities
• Annual staff survey and focus groups – have your say!
• 30 days holiday per year (plus accrued holiday days for length of service)
• Medicash medical discount scheme
• 3% employer contribution pension scheme
• Support via Staff Networks including an LGBTQ+ staff network

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Accommodation Service Manager

Reports to: Senior Service Manager

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract Duration: 29th June 2025

Salary: £33,000+ on-call supplement

Location: Northwest – includes regular on-site in Accommodations based in Liverpool & Manchester

Closing Date: 5pm 28/11/2023

 Interview Date: TBC 

 Probationary Period: 3 months

Direct Reports:  Two Accommodation Coordinators

RESPONSIBILITIES

Service Management

• Oversight, line management coaching and support of Coordinators including effective supervisions and annual appraisals.
• Ensure all Service Users are being supported effectively and assist Coordinators with problem-solving and managing incidents, safeguarding issues, and complex cases.
• Ensure all staff are supported and managed effectively by their Coordinators, this includes leave, performance, wellbeing, and training.
• Communicate with the Salvation Army Modern Slavery team where necessary.
• Regular visits to all accommodation sites
• Work collaboratively with People and Culture staff to support and manage staff as needed.
• Organise and run the on-call rota for the service.
• Oversee other services or a team in the absence of Coordinator (ie. Holiday or sickness).

Safeguarding

• Ensure your team works proactively and closely with the Safeguarding Lead to keep all Service Users and Staff safe from harm.
• Ensure that the safeguarding policy and reporting system are strictly adhered to.

Health & Safety / Facilites Management

• Ensure lone-working safety procedures are implemented and sustained.
• Understand H&S standards & requirements and ensure they are monitored and maintained.
• Work closely and collaboratively with the Facilities Manger to raise & remedy H&S issues.

Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure all KPIs and standards are met and tracked by staff including referrals, exits, RNAs, and accommodation standards.
• Ensure all baselines, checklists, audits, and other quality control systems created by the Assurance team are used consistently and processes are adhered to.
• Manage Service User or external complaints with the support of Senior Service manager when necessary.
• Ensure all month-end procedures are followed by staff, and information submitted effectively.
• Manage all performance issues raised by the Assurance team effectively and proactively.
• Ensure the Service is prepared for internal or external inspection & auditing from CQC, The Salvation Army, etc.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with the Head of Service in developing local partnerships and networks.
• Represent Causeway externally at events.
• Proactively engage in Networks and Forums you are assigned to.

Financial Control

• In collaboration with the Senior Service Manager ensure spending is in line with the MSVCC contract, policy, and budget.
• Communicating with the finance team appropriately with regards to month-end, financial requirements for the service, and problem-solving.
• Sign off expenses and spend in-line with expenses policy.

Training, Learning, & Development

• Support other Services & Innovations e.g. LifeLink & Bright Future.
• Support the work of the Communication and Business Development & Fundraising Department as requested.
• Develop and deliver training in conjunction with the People & Culture team.

Organisational Responsibilities

• To take the lead on any new projects that may take place asked to do so by LM.
• To support any regional events such as staff meetings, training, external events etc.
• Attend relevant team meetings management meetings, and local team meetings.
• To maintain and build the Causeway culture and values across the staff team in the region.
• To be ‘on-call’, out of hours approximately one week in three/four - managing and accepting referrals and dealing with out-of-hours incidents.

Role Summary

As Causeway seeks to strengthen, expand, and implement its new 5-year strategy, financial oversight and financial planning is central to success. As Head of Finance you will work with the Chief Finance Officer and alongside the Head of Operations to lead the charity and ensure Causeway reaches its potential and enhances its impact.

The primary purpose of this role is to provide strategic financial information and analysis to the board and the senior leadership team, enabling delivery of key strategic objectives and securing the financial health of the organisation. You will lead the Finance Managers and assistants to strengthen financial procedures and accounting processes, improve financial strategy while further developing robust mechanisms for internal and external reporting and planning.

Who we are

We’re Causeway, the UK-wide charity who believes in the power of lasting change. We take people from existing to living, and empower our service users, including survivors of modern slavery and exploitation, to find their voice and place in society. Since 2005, we have expanded across multiple regions and now provide accommodation and outreach support to hundreds of survivors of modern slavery every year. In 2018, we collaborated with South Yorkshire Police in an initiative called Plan B. This helped to launch the LifeNavigate department. Using, a trauma-informed approach, we are fully committed to breaking the cycle of crime, alongside other organisations such as South Yorkshire Police and Merseyside Police. Our vision is to ensure a thriving future for marginalised and vulnerable people, and it would not be possible without our dedicated team of staff and volunteers.

What you can expect from a career at Causeway

As an organisation we are committed to supporting your success and providing you with a wealth of skills, training and opportunities as well as staff benefits to enhance your employment. These will include:

• Regular accredited and in-house training on specialist subjects such as trauma, mental health, safeguarding, working with addictions and much more

• Group Supervision every 6 weeks with qualified therapists

• Commitment to annual salary reviews

• Progression opportunities

• Annual staff survey and focus groups – have your say!

• 30 days holiday per year (plus accrued holiday days for length of service)

• Medicash medical discount scheme

• 3% employer contribution pension scheme

• Support via Staff Networks including an LGBTQ+ staff network

What our staff say about working with us

We pride ourselves on our employee job satisfaction. 100% of people in our 2021 staff survey feel that Causeway positively impacts the lives of our clients and 97% of our staff would recommend working at Causeway to others like them.

Working for Causeway is working in an environment where you can share your ideas. It’s great when your employer hears and sees you, you feel valued and it encourages you to succeed.

By having an employer who gives you the tools to reach your goals, makes you more driven and focused on your work. Also, at Causeway I feel part of a team that provides an environment in which vulnerable adults feel safe and valued it is the most rewarding job you could have.”

Job Description

Job Title   Head of Finance                               

Salary £45,000 per annum

Reports toChief Finance Officer

LocationSheffield or Liverpool – hybrid working available, some travel may be required between sites

Direct Reports2 x Finance Managers

Closing Date Rolling basis

 Contracted Hours   37.5 hours per week

Interview DateInterviews will be scheduled as suitable candidates apply

Contract DurationFTC to June 2025, with extension dependent on funding contracts

Probationary Period3 months

Responsibilities

As outlined above, the Head of Finance is responsible for providing strategic financial information and analysis to the Management Board, enabling delivery of key strategic objectives and securing the financial health of the organisation.

The Finance department has been on a transformative journey in terms of systems and processes, and this role is pivotal to its development and progression. Candidates should see this as an exciting and positive time and not be afraid to make changes to ensure the department works as effectively as possible. There is a great team that is committed and supportive to face the challenges shoulder to shoulder, with a work ethic that is second to none.

Most of Causeway’s income is through delivering public sector contracts to support marginalised and vulnerable people. While we aim to diversify our income through increased trusts and grants, corporate partnerships, and other innovative commercial arrangements, one primary goal is to deliver more contracts that align with our strategic objectives, while working with a variety of commissioners such as local authorities and police and crime commissioners. This expansion of contract-delivery requires proactive and effective pricing and commercial approaches, in line with our values.

The successful candidate will be part of Causeway’s Management Board, playing a critical role in business planning and delivery, helping to drive efficiencies through continuous improvement and collaboration. They will also hold the relationship with external stakeholders such as its bankers, and some regulatory bodies

Finance

·Responsibility for the delivery of all finance functions of the group including statutory reporting in line with Charities SORP, budget setting, internal reporting, management accounting, cash flow, cash and asset management (including register), policy, procedures, financial strategy, audit, investment and compliance matters.

· Ensure that financial systems are current and resilient, to enable the provision of up to date, accurate records and reports to all relevant stakeholders. Develop, implement and monitor finance policies and procedures.

· Provide high quality, timely financial information and analysis to the CFO and Management Board, delivering a strategic and proactive approach to financial planning and management, developing and recommending strategies for reserves, risk, full-cost-recovery and investments, capital and borrowing requirements as appropriate.

· Keep up to date with key developments and changes relating to finance and regulatory activity and ensure compliance, and provide sound, proactive financial advice to the CFO to support the long term financial viability of the charity.

· Monitoring against our financial strategy using KPls to enable visibility of performance across the key areas of the business, set and monitor budgets reviewing and reforecasting as appropriate, ensuring budget holder accountability for spend levels through business partnering.

· Work proactively with the CFO and Business Development Lead to ensure financial and commercial viability of contracts, proposed projects and programmes. Identify opportunities for improvements and regular reporting against the contracts and assess an appropriate full cost recovery and charge out model.

· Ensure annual accounts and all other regulatory requirements are delivered on time and to a high standard meeting both charity commission and regulated social housing standards

· Oversee other financial and statutory obligations where necessary (i.e. audit, annual leave)

Management and Leadership

• To be the lead on strategic implementation across your areas of responsibility, in order to ensure that the organisation achieves its desired short and longer-term objectives

• Lead and manage the finance team in accordance with our values and goals, ensuring regular supervision and team meetings, and staff performance effectively managed.

• To work with, line manage and coach the Finance Managers to set goals, develop strategy and create targets and KPIs, ensuring they are met. Supervising the coaching and development of teams through formal training.

• To ensure effective and strategic allocation of resources throughout all departments and areas of function

• To attend regular and collaborative operational meetings across the organisation

• To maintain an effective working relationship with all members of management to ensure alignment and coordination of goals, objectives, strategy and activities across departments

• To demonstrate visionary and inspiring leadership across the organisation

• Remain consistently in touch with the latest industry developments of these areas and the third sector

• To work with and advise the Management Board when required

Any other duties that are commensurate with the role.