Vacancy Reference Number:

HOEd/P/UK-R2

Position title:

Head of Education

Reports to:

Programme Director

Location:

Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

And

Remotely

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary guideline:

(Up to) £42,000.00 per annum (commensurate with experience)

Terms of Employment:

Permanent Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than Sunday, 26th September 2021

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

ASAP thereafter

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold a Zoom Interview with Muslim Hands.

Muslim Hands is a UK faith based international relief and development organisation working in over 40 countries worldwide. The headquarters of Muslim Hands is based in Nottingham, with additional operational function of the - fundraising team located in London. There will be occasional travel between the two locations.

Muslim Hands UK is seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic and passionate individual to lead our Education work. Education is a core part of Muslim Hands Vision and strategy as we grow.

Purpose of Post: to provide strategic oversight and management of the Muslim Hands Education and Orphan Sponsorship portfolio. To ensure Muslim Hands programmes are meeting the needs of the communities we serve and benefit from wider learning from the sector.

Main purpose of the Role:

The Head of Education will ensure the implementation of the MH Programmes Strategy within the Education and Sponsorship portfolio.

The Head of UK Education will report to the Director of Programmes and will manage the Education and Sponsorship teams.

The candidate will have demonstrable experience of successful delivery of international education programmes and project management.

Main responsibilities

• Strategy
  • To ensure that the MH Programmes Strategy and theory of change for MH education programmes aligns with and in support of MH’s global strategy.
  • Carry out regular performance and annual review of education programmes based on strategic aims and KPIs
• Programme Management
  • Review proposals of proposed interventions to ensure innovative projects and programmes are designed adhering to sectoral standards, principles in accordance with guideline on humanitarian interventions and best practice
  • Effectively coordinate and liaise with partners to ensure education sector good practices are utilised in MH education programmes
  • Ensure the successful implementation of project cycle management tools within MH education and sponsorship programmes.
  • Ensure MH education programmes are in line with sector and international standards on programme quality
  • Support the current education MEAL frameworks and tools and ensure effective programme oversight
  • Ensure the programme is in line with MH policies and procedures
  • Ensure all programmes are in line with due diligence, risk procedures etc.
• Finance and compliance
  • To ensure effective implementation of projects through progress and financial reporting
  • Ensure the MH education programmes meet local and international compliance requirements
  • Ensure documents and relevant procedures are correctly and appropriately applied.
• Networking and Influencing
  • To significantly raise the profile and visibility of MH education Program
  • Represent MH on national and regional platforms. To develop understanding, support and to work in collaboration with education focused organisations
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure the internal visibility of MH programmes
• Capacity Strengthening 
  • Provide insight into education trends to all relevant internal stakeholders and become a champion for education programmes internally and externally
  • Build on current trends such as Education in Emergencies, education partnerships, programmes knowledge and awareness to improve quality of MH education programmes 
  • Ensure the vision, values and aim of the programme continue to be embedded in all areas of work and are clearly communicated internally and externally.
  • Ensuring areas of MH are in line with current education programmes trends
  • Ensure the capacity MH education programmes are reviewed and developed through teacher training programmes, infrastructure reviews, curriculum planning etc.
  • To work closely with colleagues and partners with relevant technical expertise to ensure (planning, monitoring, fundraising, M&E and governance and other appropriate support is available for programmes.
• Communication and Fundraising
  • To provide key case studies to the Communication department in Fundraising to create further opportunities by highlighting key stories, which heighten the awareness of the education and sponsorship programmes.
  • Provide all relevant education and sponsorship updates to the Communication department via the programmes reporting officer, including producing quarterly reports for them to share updates with our donors.
• To undertake all tasks and duties in an effective, efficient, transparent, and wholly accountable manner
• Ability to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom.
• Ability to provide a valid DBS certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands; OR Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role.
• To demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach, and conduct.
• To support with fundraising activities from time-to-time, including occasionally helping with Live TV Appeals during our peak periods.
• To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by line manager

Note: This job description will change from time to time due to changes within the Organisation as well as the updating procedures within your department.  If there is a major change to your role then a new job description will be produced.

About the Successful Candidate:

Essential:

• Ability to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom
• Must be able to either:

1. Provide a valid Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands; OR
2. Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role.

• Uphold Muslim Hands’ Organisational Values

Education:

Essential:

• University Degree (BA, BSc).

Desirable:

• MBA, or masters level degree in International Development or related subject.

Experience

Essential:

• Experience of programme management in low- and middle-income countries.
• Experience of leading and managing teams.
• Experience on managing education programmes

Desirable:

• Charities/INGO experience.
• Experience of working with institutional donors
• Experience of managing a portfolio of international education programmes

This is a very rewarding position for the right person. If you feel this is you please send your CV with a cover letter explaining why you feel you are suitable quoting the above reference number!!

Deadline for applications is Sunday, 26th September 2021, however, we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found. 

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful.

At Derby City Mission we are entering an exciting phase in our development and are looking for someone with excellent skills to support the Chief Executive and his office. In this role you will play a pivotal part in helping to make a real difference to those who need us most by providing an effective fundraising service both for our existing activities and to help us move forward with our growth and development plans.

As the Fundraising Facilitator, you will co-ordinate all DCM fundraising projects, including applications to trusts and foundations, pitching for corporate partners and working with the rest of DCM on fundraising events.

You will focus on maximising donations to achieve our fundraising targets. You will also manage DCM fundraising database, and will work with the Fundraising Development Team to maintain both the traditional and digital fundraising.

We’re looking for someone who has experience in fundraising or has an aptitude to learn swiftly. You should be a team player. You should be confident, proactive, an excellent communicator and organiser, who will enjoy the chance to take on this varied and active role.

Job Title: HR Business Partner

Location: Nottingham City, but travel to Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, South Yorkshire Lincoln and Lincolnshire is an essential part of the role.  This role can be worked remotely, but some travel and office work will be required.

Salary: FRWK18, £ £31,998 to £34,467pa FTE

Status & Hours: Permanent, 37 HPW (we are happy to talk to candidates about flexible hours)

Framework is a charity helping people achieve stable housing and health, social inclusion, financial stability and independence. We Respond. We Respect. We Empower. Don’t just take our word for it, our latest staff survey showed 95% of our staff feel they are able to bring their whole self to work and 98% of staff are proud to work for Framework!

We are looking for an HR Business Partner to join our enthusiastic and busy HR team.  Reporting to the HR Manager, you will join a team of 15 (including 2 other HR Business Partners), and play a lead role in supporting and advising our staff and Managers at all levels.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a proven track record and experience in all aspects of employee relations

• Have excellent generalist HR knowledge and a sound working knowledge of current HR employment legislation

• Have experience of advising Managers and Senior Leaders 

• Have experience of managing processes of change, i.e. TUPE/Redundancy/Restructure processes

• Have experience of writing and advising on HR policies and procedures

• Have excellent IT and communications skills

• Know how to make a positive impact in the interests of service delivery to our Service Users

• Be a graduate CIPD member 

• Be resilient, confident & determined

• Have access to a car for work purposes and be willing to travel regularly to various sites across the organisation 

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

As well as all of that, you get the chance to join an organisation that makes a difference to the lives of vulnerable people.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

98% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

upReach is an award-winning social mobility charity supporting less-advantaged students to secure graduate jobs in sectors including Consulting, Government & Public Sector, Law and Technology. We deliver a comprehensive programme of professional development to over 2,000 students, working in close partnership with leading employers such as Civil Service, Deloitte, FactSet, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey and Slaughter and May.

upReach is recruiting for our unique Future Charity Leaders Programme (FCLP). This opportunity would suit individuals who have a passion for social mobility and are looking to gain exposure to various aspects of charity management while working with young people who are exploring their career options. We would welcome applications from those with experience in the corporate world who are looking for a career change, recent graduates, and those graduating in 2021. 

________________________________________________________________________

Key Information

upReach’s Future Charity Leaders Programme is a unique 2.5 year programme combining delivery work supporting our Associates (4 days per week), with exposure to key aspects of charity management (1 day per week).

Programme Coordinators work directly with students, partner employers and universities to deliver our core programmes of support across all career sectors. 

Role: Programme Coordinator, FCLP

Location: Bristol, London, Manchester, Newcastle, or Nottingham

Hours: 40 hours per week, 9am - 6pm 

Start date: January 2022, with a few spaces available for an immediate start

Duration: Permanent 

Reporting to: Programme Manager

Salary: £23,000 per annum (£24,000 if based in London)

Application Deadline:  5pm Thursday 30th September 2021
 

About the Role & The Programme

upReach’s Future Charity Leaders Programme (FCLP) is a 2.5 year programme combining delivery work supporting our Associates (4 days per week) with exposure to a range of aspects of charity management (1 day per week). The programme is designed either for high-calibre graduates from any university, academic subject and background, or for those with experience in the corporate world who are looking for a career change and experience in the charity sector. 

The programme works on a rotational basis, providing individuals with six months experience in up to five of the below areas of charity management:

1. Alumni Programme

2. Branding, Design & Marketing

3. Employer Partnerships

4. Development Events & Projects 

5. External Affairs 

6. Finance & Operations

7. Fundraising & Development

8. HR & Governance

9. Safeguarding & Associate Welfare 

10. Impact Measurement & Reporting

11. Social Media & Communication

12. Tech Project Management

13. University Partnerships

14. Volunteer Management

In addition to the charity management rotations, an FCLP Programme Coordinator will be responsible for delivering personalised employment-­focused support to a cohort of approximately 80 Associates, helping transform their lives by giving them the necessary skills to secure a top job. During a typical week, you should expect to be working with undergraduates and supporting the charity in a key area of its operations. 

Core delivery responsibilities for an FCLP Programme Coordinator will include: 

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with Associates, supporting them to achieve their career goals

• Developing and delivering professional development­-focused support

• Individual and small group work with Associates 

• Supporting Associates when applying to undergraduate positions and graduate jobs 

• Developing sector and/or employability skill knowledge while building resources to support all Associates

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with university and employer partners

• Planning and delivering events and workshops with partners

Person Specification 

This position would be suited to individuals who are committed to upReach’s mission and are interested in learning about, and gaining experience in, charity management. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about social-mobility and believe that background should not be a barrier to graduate employment. 

Essential Skills/Experience:

1. Experience working in a fast-paced environment and working independently to find solutions to problems 

2. Strong organisational and time management skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage a varied workload

3. At least a Grade ‘B’ in Maths and English GCSE (if you have extenuating circumstances, let us know)*

4. University degree (2:1 or higher) in any discipline, or equivalent experience

5. Self-motivation and an ability to work in a small team as well as independently

6. Excellent communication skills and strong written English

7. Ability to engage and communicate confidently with undergraduates, corporate volunteers (mentors) and employers via phone, email, and in person

*The nature of the role requires a high standard of Maths and English, and the ability to quickly review a large amount of information and identify and communicate key themes clearly. Applicants may demonstrate this through the academic qualifications shown above and/or other relevant experience. As our beneficiaries are all undergraduates, a good understanding of the university experience is essential, although it is not necessary that this was acquired through personally gaining a degree.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

1. Knowledge of the graduate labour market in the UK and experience supporting individuals through an application process 

2. Strong negotiation skills and experience in roles requiring influence 

3. Experience with public speaking or leading workshops

4. Experience working in one or more of the career sectors that upReach support Associates applying to

Values & Competencies

upReach upholds the following values:

• Perseverance

• Integrity

• Advocacy

• Aspiration

• Proactivity 

We are looking for candidates to display the following competencies during the application stages:

• Problem solving and decision making

• Planning and organising

• Collaboration

• Passion and motivation

• Communication skills

We are looking for a Head of Philanthropy who will lead our philanthropy strategy in Central England. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a successful Philanthropy team at The Prince's Trust, within the wider Philanthropy directorate, enabling us to grow our support for young people across the region.

You will be a confident and driven self-starter who works well with others, spots opportunities and enjoys a fast-paced environment. You will be working with philanthropic supporters in Central England who have a bespoke relationship with The Prince’s Trust. These supporters may be funding specific areas of our work, co-collaborating on programmes or involved in supporting strategic projects. An ability to connect with high level supporters and build trust, confidence and commitment is essential.

Most importantly, this person must believe in The Trust’s work, live our company values and fit within our team’s positive, supportive and collaborative culture. You will be based in Central England and be prepared to travel across the region.

Charity People are supporting a wonderful Midlands based charity which provides nursing care and emotional support for anyone affected by life-limiting illness or bereavement.

We are looking for a Head of Digital and Offline Marketing to join their team. This role is the senior manager in charge of bringing their 'digital first' objective into reality, making them famous and supporting the marketing objectives of the rest of the organisation. It is a lovely meaty role where you'll propose the strategies and lead, develop and mentor the team of three to create reach and engagement by using all methods and channels, including: great content, social media outreach, online community building, SEO, PPC, website engagement and UX, PR and offline marketing.

This is a really hands on and strategic role. You'll be leading the team but also upskilling the organisation on all things digital. We are looking for someone with:

- Significant experience of developing and managing successful digital engagement strategies and campaigns
- A demonstrable track record of devising and implementing multi-channel marketing and communications strategies
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience of: web CMS, administration and hosting; social media management (paid and organic, tracking and traffic management); Paid Search (Google AdWords, Google Display Network and social channels); SEO tools and processes
- Comprehensive knowledge of content marketing and content research and development
- Knowledge and experience of new and emerging digital marketing tools and platforms

There is a genuine, flexible and grown up working culture. The role will be a mix of home and head office working (Derby)

Closing ASAP

For more information about this fantastic opportunity please get in touch ASAP with Ellen Drummond at Charity People.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

HOUSING NAVIGATOR, NOTTINGHAMSHIRE PREVENTION AND RESETTLEMENT SERVICE, SUTTON IN ASHFIELD, 12-MONTHS WITH POSSIBILITY TO BE EXTENDED, 37 HPW AND 16 HPW AVAILABLE, FRWK09 £22,140 - £24,011 FTE (PRO-RATA: £9,574 - £10,383)

*PLEASE STATE ON YOUR APPLICATION WHETHER YOU ARE INTERESTED IN FULL OR PART TIME ROLE.

The post will provide an intensive service in Nottinghamshire County to support complex, and/or chaotic service users in securing and maintaining accommodation. 

This cohort of service users will have a history of rough sleeping and are likely to be at risk of rough sleeping due to struggling to adapt to the change in lifestyle required and difficulty of adhering to the rules and regulations that come with being a tenant in accommodation. 

The post exists to stem the flow of rough sleepers by taking a lead on coordinating the support from a range of agencies, to adults with a broad range of issues, and creatively supporting those individuals to maintain tenancies, sustain independent living, and building their resilience.

The post requires a driver with access to own car and full driving license.

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

98% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

SUPPORT WORKER CARE, EDWIN HOUSE, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK03 £17,189 - £18,661

Edwin House is a 63 bedded specialist registered care and reablement facility which meet the needs of people with a range of complex support needs and health conditions resultant from historic or current problematic substance misuse.
Framework is looking to appoint suitably skilled and experienced staff for the role of Support Worker at Edwin House to provide high standards of care and support and work proactively with service users to enable them to gain some control over their substance use, improve their quality of life and build recovery capital.

This is exciting opportunity to be involved in the development and delivery of a truly innovative and unique service which will form a new pathway available within in the substance misuse treatment system locally and regionally.

Edwin House is CQC registered Care Home, and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) have amended the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 so that, from 11 November 2021, all care home workers will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have an exemption.

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

98% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE