Vacancy Reference Number:

HOEd/P/UK-R1

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 Friday, 26th March 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.

About Us:

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.

Role Overview:

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 Marketing
  • 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 of 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 Friday, 26th March 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.

Job title: Regional Public Relations Officer, Midlands

Directorate: Remembrance and Marketing

Contract: FTC Maternity cover until 18th March 2022 - 35 hours per week

Location: Home-based initially / Potential to be based at the Birmingham Area Office

Salary: £23,800 to £28,000 gross per annum, depending on experience

About The Royal British Legion

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

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

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

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

The Role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced regional public relations officer to join The Royal British Legion’s media team has become available.

Based from home initially followed by one of the Legion’s area offices, you will work alongside colleagues from Operations and Fundraising to develop and implement PR plans for the region. Located remotely, the role offers plenty of opportunity to influence and shape the PR approach for the Midlands and is ideal for a self-motivated individual who enjoys working autonomously.

You will help run PR operations for one of the UK’s largest charities, working on high profile campaigns and events including the Poppy Appeal and delivering regional media plans for these across the Midlands. The work of the Legion’s PR team extends year-round including the delivery of creative campaigns to tell the stories of people we help, driving awareness of our political campaigning activity, developing stories and content for use across the organisation and engaging media during key events.

The successful candidate will have a relevant degree and equivalent work experience, and will have experience of media relations, public relations or journalism within a high-profile organisation. You will have experience in developing and delivering PR plans and campaigns using a variety of PR tactics and techniques, supporting and delivering national PR strategy at a regional level, and will have worked with regional journalists in securing significant media coverage.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to engage and interest journalists, to draw up creative media plans, to communicate with a range of audiences and to apply a strategic approach to your work to deliver against wider organisational objectives. You will also be able to manage a heavy workload with flexibility and have a positive approach to problem solving.

In return we offer excellent career progression including in-house and industry training, the opportunity to create and manage PR campaigns from start to finish and coaching from senior members of the department.

Subject to Covid-19 restrictions the role may require some travel between the Midlands Area Offices and assets and the Head Office in London. The team are currently working from home.  This role would likely begin remotely and then follow government and organisational guidelines on returning to the office, with potential opportunities to continue to work from home on a regular basis going forward.

The Legion is the nation’s largest Armed Forces charity providing services and support to all those currently serving in the British Armed Forces, veterans and their families. As the champion of Remembrance, the Legion also holds a lead role in the nation’s commemorative activity.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply online’

Closing date for this role is: Thursday 11th March 2021.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.

About the role

We are looking for a highly skilled individual to take on the role of Co-Director Ella’s. This role is maternity cover for a fixed term of 14 months. The role holder will work closely with Ella’s’ remaining Co-Director in leading this small and dynamic charity. The postholder will be contributing to the development and outworking of the charity’s strategic plans, and providing leadership for the development and delivery of services. The postholder will oversee the line management of Ella’s’ management team and report directly to the board of trustees, ensuring they are regularly informed and updated on the day to day work of Ella’s. We are hoping to start the role a couple of months before the maternity leave begins in order to ensure a smooth transition of leadership.

Special conditions:

• An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken.

• Due to the nature of the work, this post is for women only.

• The role is subject to a three-month probationary period.

• Ability and willingness to work flexibly, and at other Ella’s locations if required, is necessary for this role.

Please download the recruitment pack or visit our website for more details about the job and how to apply.

About Ella’s 

Ella’s is a London-based organisation working with women who have survived trafficking and sexual exploitation. Our mission is to do everything we can to ensure survivors have all they need to recover and build lives that are safe and free. 

Here is a summary of our main activities:

• We run two safe houses. This supported accommodation is crucial for survivors of trafficking and exploitation, until they are ready and able to live independently. 

• We provide regular support for women and families in neighbourhoods across London, and many more further afield when they need us. 

• We speak out on issues affecting the women we work with. We care deeply about survivors of trafficking and exploitation and want to see a world where these crimes are not tolerated. 

Ella’s is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, as we believe having a diverse team adds value and positively impacts our service. We actively encourage applicants from BAME backgrounds, LGBTQ+ applicants and those with disabilities. We are committed to equality and diversity within our organisation.

Job title: Operations Director (Maternity Cover) Fixed term contract until 31 March 2022

*This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. 

Hours: Full-time, 37-hour week.

Salary: £42,000 - £46,000 (based on experience)

Location: The postholder will be based at more than one site across Hampshire. Headquarters are currently in Havant.

We are working in partnership with an innovative and unique provider of services to those affected by domestic abuse, to find an Operations Director, for a MAT cover contract. The postholder will assume operational management responsibility for all aspects of organisation’s services, including delivery of services, completion of monitoring and evaluation and identification of the unmet/additional needs of clients.

The postholder will support and line manage a team of managers, develop and maintain a high-quality professional service, and ensure clients are supported with practical and emotional support, including financial, legal, social, emotional, parenting, housing and further education, through a client focussed support planning process. They will also ensure Health and Safety, Operational and Human Resources policies and procedures are up to date, fit for purpose and properly implemented. The postholder may be called upon to deputise for the CEO and Business Support & Development Director as needed.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Previous experience working in a domestic abuse focused organisation - providing support to individuals/families under stress, and advocating for women, children, young people and men.
• At least two years relevant management experience - leading, managing, motivating and developing teams.
• The ability to manage services delivered over multiple sites.
• Excellent knowledge of the core principles and legislation relating to safeguarding and child protection.
• Knowledge of supported accommodation, housing, general and welfare rights legislation, and civil and criminal legislation, affecting and relating to victims and survivors of domestic abuse. 

The organisation is committed to running a 24-hour service for people affected by domestic abuse, and the postholder will participate on a rota basis. You must be able to drive and have access to a car. Workers should be “violence free in their own lives”. Applicants are asked not to put themselves forward for selection if this is not the case.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role please send your CV and Supporting Statement to Katherine Anderson-Scott, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment.

Quote our reference JO2816.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender*, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. *This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. 

Due to the nature of the role, we are reviewing applications as they come in, please apply as soon as possible.

Closing date: 14 March 202

Job title: Regional Public Relations Officer, Wales and Northern Ireland

Directorate: Remembrance and Marketing

Contract: FTC Maternity cover until 18th March 2022 - 35 hours per week

Location: Home-based initially / Potential to be based at the Cardiff Area Office

Salary: £23,800 to £28,000 gross per annum, depending on experience

About The Royal British Legion

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

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

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

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

The Role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced regional public relations officer to join The Royal British Legion’s media team has become available.

Based from home initially followed by one of the Legion’s area offices, you will work alongside colleagues from Operations and Fundraising to develop and implement PR plans for the region. Located remotely, the role offers plenty of opportunity to influence and shape the PR approach for Wales and Northern Ireland and is ideal for a self-motivated individual who enjoys working autonomously.

You will help run PR operations for one of the UK’s largest charities, working on high profile campaigns and events including the Poppy Appeal and delivering regional media plans for these across Wales and Northern Ireland. The work of the Legion’s PR team extends year-round including the delivery of creative campaigns to tell the stories of people we help, driving awareness of our political campaigning activity, developing stories and content for use across the organisation and engaging media during key events.

The successful candidate will have a relevant degree and equivalent work experience, and will have experience of media relations, public relations or journalism within a high-profile organisation. You will have experience in developing and delivering PR plans and campaigns using a variety of PR tactics and techniques, supporting and delivering national PR strategy at a regional level, and will have worked with regional journalists in securing significant media coverage.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to engage and interest journalists, to draw up creative media plans, to communicate with a range of audiences and to apply a strategic approach to your work to deliver against wider organisational objectives. You will also be able to manage a heavy workload with flexibility and have a positive approach to problem solving.

In return we offer excellent career progression including in-house and industry training, the opportunity to create and manage PR campaigns from start to finish and coaching from senior members of the department.

Subject to Covid-19 restrictions the role may require some travel between the Midlands Area Offices and assets and the Head Office in London. The team are currently working from home.  This role would likely begin remotely and then follow government and organisational guidelines on returning to the office, with potential opportunities to continue to work from home on a regular basis going forward.

The Legion is the nation’s largest Armed Forces charity providing services and support to all those currently serving in the British Armed Forces, veterans and their families. As the champion of Remembrance, the Legion also holds a lead role in the nation’s commemorative activity.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply online’

Closing date for this role is: Thursday 11th March 2021.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.

We are delighted to be advertising an exciting new role at MASH.

MASH is a busy city-centre based charity working with women who sex work to help keep them safe and more empowered to make decisions about their lives. Our small and dedicated staff team, supported by volunteers, work with more than 600 women every year and we are the only agency in Manchester working specifically with women with complex needs. In 2018, MASH was awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the equivalent of an MBE, which recognises exceptional work done by volunteer groups in their communities. All our staff benefit from regular development opportunities including trauma-informed training.

We are recruiting a new Tenancy Support Officer to join our team for 21 hours per week.

Using a gender and trauma-informed approach, the Tenancy Support Officer will support women with multiple complex needs to create long term sustainable tenancies by increasing independence and maximising connectivity with the local community.

We are looking for an experienced individual who has an understanding of complex needs including, homelessness, mental health, substance misuse and offending behaviour.

It is an occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, part 1) for this post to be filled only by a woman.

This role is fixed term until 31st March 2023.

The closing date is Sunday 7th March. Interviews will be held on the 9th and 10th of March and will be conducted via zoom.

The post is subject to DBS checks, suitable references, and completion of a 6-month probation period.

Ella’s is looking for a fundraising professional with at least two years’ experience of researching, preparing and submitting successful grant funding applications and bids to trusts, foundations and statutory agencies. You will be working alongside our Head of Fundraising and Communications, but will be expected to take initiative to plan your own time and help drive forward this area of our fundraising. The ideal candidate would have experience in the not-for-profit sector and/or women’s services. You will need to have a positive and flexible approach to working in a small team.

Please note, we are looking for a freelance fundraiser who is able to commit to working with us for 22.5 hours per week for an initial period of six months, with the possibility of extending. 

Please download the application pack for more information about the role, Ella's and how to apply. 

Do you want to advocate for a just and compassionate world where all people can access their rights and achieve their full potential? Are you passionate to help amplify the voice of people with disabilities who live in some of the world’s poorest communities?

CBM UK, part of the CBM Global Disability Inclusion Federation, is looking for two new exciting roles to join our Influencing team as part of a strategy to further increase our impact. The Head of Advocacy and Influencing will drive our advocacy and influencing strategies and build support for our work amongst target stakeholders and decision makers, in support of our commitment to promoting the rights of people with disabilities in the world’s poorest communities. We are seeking a confident and experienced influencer with a track record of impactful advocacy and a keen interest in strategic communications. The Research and Advocacy Senior Officer will support CBM UK’s evidence and learning, advocacy and influencing work. We are seeking an excellent writer with strong research skills and a keen interest in strategic communications, who can work across teams within CBM UK and Global to ensure evidence is captured, learnt from and shared.

CBM UK is actively committed to encouraging and promoting a positive and diverse organisation. We welcome applications from all individuals and particularly encourage people with disabilities to apply.

CBM UK offers competitive salary packaging, flexible working conditions and professional development opportunities. Full information can be obtained from our website.

Business Support Officer (Sutton Music Service)

Full Time- Permanent Contract 
Salary- Band 1B on Cognus pay scale, points 15 to 23 dependent on experience (£23259 to £25186)
Location: Cognus Denmark Road, Carshalton

The Business Support Team are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative Business Support Officer to join our team. This role will be part of the wider Business Support Team but will provide administration support mainly to the Sutton Music Service.   

We are looking for an individual with an understanding and interest in the music industry and music education for children and young people. The successful candidate will need to have good keyboard skills and a keen eye for detail, as they will be updating and inputting data onto SpeedAdmin and they must have a very good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.  As part of the wider Business Support Team, they will be asked to assist with various administrative tasks depending on business needs and would be expected to meet and greet visitors to the team. The successful candidate would need to be able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents in a professional and friendly manner and have experience of taking minutes in high profile meetings.

Cognus is at a very exciting moment in its evolution and growth. To support this expansion, we are looking for a professional and experienced individual who is willing to learn about the various teams that the wider Business Support Team support. An individual that enjoys a varied workload, is organised, has a good understanding of musical instruments and who would be committed to delivering with excellence for the wider team and the Sutton Music Service.

You will give us great commitment and in return we offer an excellent package including:

i) regular support and supervision;

ii) flexible working;

iii) workplace pension scheme;

iv) salary £23259 to £25186 per annum;

v) 28 days annual leave pro rata (inclusive of three between Xmas & New Year);

vi) Perkbox and Sovereign Healthcare Cashback plans

If you are interested and would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a CV and covering note (of no more than two sides, minimum font size 11) outlining your suitability. The deadline for receipt is midnight on 21st March 2021. Candidates are requested to be available via on-line interview.  For an informal conversation about the role please contact Julie-Anne Walter, Business Support Manager, contact details via our website.

All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of recruitment formalities which includes an enhanced DBS check. These checks must have been completed prior to commencement of employment. We expect our staff to have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow the child protection procedures adopted by the Company and the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board.

We have several other roles we are recruiting to at different levels within Cognus. Please get in touch for an informal conversation about these and other opportunities if you or anyone else you know may be interested in working with us.

Unexpected illness, job loss or relationship breakdown can turn any of our lives upside down, leading to loss of income, increased costs, loss of housing, and financial crisis. Around 14.4 million people live in poverty in the UK including a shameful 4.5 million children.

So people can build financial sustainability and thrive, Turn2us gives people the information and support they need in the face of life-changing events, and collaborates to tackle the causes and symptoms of poverty. We are here to end the crippling impact of financial shocks.  As well as giving direct financial help through our own charitable grants and highlighting ways to reduce essential costs, we support people to increase their income through welfare benefits, charitable grants and other support. No one in the UK should live in poverty.

The Executive Assistant is an opportunity to support our CEO and work with his senior team to deliver against Turn2us’s strategic objectives. This role requires someone who is highly organised and able to prioritise proactively. However, we are more interested in your potential than we are in a perfect career or education. We are keen to meet people who have a passion for the work that we do and have picked up strong organisational and communication skills as they have gone along!

Here at Hope House, we’re looking for a Data Analyst to join our team based in Oswestry. You will join us on a part time, permanent basis working 15 hours per week and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £23,826 to £29,755 per annum, pro rata.

Every week three local families face their biggest fear and their child dies. Hope House Children’s Hospices want to be there for every child and family and we are driven by the belief that no one should face the death of a child alone.

As a leading charity for children, young people, and their families, we provide clinical, practical, and emotional support, putting the children and families at the heart of everything we do.

Hope House Children’s Hospices are on a mission to increase our annual income by £2.5million to £9million a year by 2025, enabling us to reach every child and family who needs us. We are doing this at a time when the fundraising environment has never been more challenging.

Our Fundraising and Communication & Marketing teams are doing exceptional work in difficult times to generate vital income from existing and new avenues: from direct mail to canvassing, and from online appeals to mass participation virtual events.

We now need an experienced Data Analyst to mine our data systems and provide rapid feedback on the results of our activities in an understandable format that will provide key insights to drive our future activity in the most lucrative directions.

With your help we will improve our data-led decision making and achieve our goal of raising enough money to ensure that no one will face the death of their child alone.

What we’re looking for in our Data Analyst:

- Have proven experience in gathering and analysing data, and in reporting your findings in a way that successfully drives activity, initiatives and business direction
- Be organised, unflappable, excellent at prioritising and hitting deadlines, and be full of ideas while remaining receptive to other opinions and feedback
- A sense of humour and the ability to work under pressure are essential
- You will also be an excellent communicator, both verbally and written, and happy to work independently and as part of a team

What we’re offering our Data Analyst:

In return for your commitment, we offer a great reward package which includes generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, a staff rewards programme, flexible working arrangements and great development opportunities.

Closing date for applications: 14th March 2021

Interview Date: 22nd March 2021

If you are looking for a worthwhile challenge and a varied job in which your success will make a real difference as our Data Analyst, then please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!

To meet the diverse needs of our client group, we are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sectors of society.

The successful Data Analyst applicant will be subject to a standard disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (paid for by Hope House).

Prospectus is delighted to support the Incorporated Society of Musicians (ISM) as they look to recruit their new Head of Legal and Compliance.

Since 1882, ISM has been dedicated to promoting the importance of music and protecting the rights of those working in the music profession.The ISM supports close on 11,000 members across the UK and Ireland with first class in house legal services covering all areas affecting musicians in their professional lives. The ISM is also known for its policy work, research and campaigning across Brexit, COVID 19 and music education, providing support to all the profession through its readily available guidance in key areas.

The ISM is looking for a senior and commercially minded manager to join its senior leadership team. Your role will be to manage all aspects of the ISM's legal services to its members including external contractors as well as compliance including GDPR, safeguarding, risk management and health and safety. The ISM has seen significant growth in terms of its membership over recent years much of which has been driven by its bespoke guidance and legal services.

ISM is looking for a proactive and highly commercial individual to join them to continue their fantastic work for musicians across the sector. You will have significant senior management experience and have good working knowledge in legal and compliance.

You will be a pragmatic and solutions focused team player and manager who enjoys working both operationally and strategically alongside your dynamic and solution orientated SLT colleagues. You will have excellent written and interpersonal skills with great attention to detail and strong emotional intelligence.

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

In order to apply, simply submit your CV. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and arrange for a call to assess your suitability and discuss the role further. Please note, we are currently experiencing high volumes of interest in vacancies so it may not be possible to answer any individual queries on positions prior to an application.

Chartered Rural Surveyor

An exciting opportunity for a self-motivated Rural Surveyor to work in some of the most unique habitats in the region.

As the largest nature conservation charity in the UK with over 1.2 million members, our client makes a real difference to the world we live in and they can’t do that without great people. 

Position: Rural Surveyor

Location: Although the role is proposed to be based at the Norwich Office, a flexible working policy can be arranged and home working will be considered (particularly during Covid-19 restrictions), or working at other offices within the region. This role will involve occasional travel within the UK, and will require occasional overnight stays away from home.

Salary: Competitive

Hours: Full time, 12 month maternity cover. This role will require occasional weekend and evening working, and will involve lone working.

Benefits: Flexible working, 26 Days Annual Leave, Free access to nature reserves, up to 20% discount off retail items in our shops. Free access to a confidential Employee Assistance programme that provides support and advice around financial, physical and mental health wellbeing. A substantial Learning and Development offer.

Closing date: 21st March 2021

About the role:

As Rural Surveyor you will provide estate management and professional support across a large and varied portfolio covering some of the most unique habitats in the East Anglian region.

Although based in East England, the successful applicant will join a team of 9 Rural Surveyors working across England in the Operational Support team. You will focus on delivering rural surveying support to nature reserves and other functions primarily across Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire, but may also involve work outside the area to support the wider work programme.

This includes some of the country’s most iconic nature reserves such as Titchwell Marsh, Snettisham, the Ouse Washes and The Yare Valley, with a diverse range of habitats including coastal grazing marsh, saltmarsh, flood plain grassland and urban fringe land.

You will support a large farmed estate primarily through annual grazing licences and FBTs, plus the management of a built estate including owned and leased offices, houses, visitor centres and farm buildings.

About you:

The ideal Rural Surveyor will be a Chartered Member of the RICS (Rural) (or equivalent professional organisation), with a minimum of 2 years PQE. You will also bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Practical experience of rural land and property management;
• Up to date understanding of agricultural subsidy schemes
• The ability to support colleagues in day-to-day management of land within agri-environment schemes and land subject to cross compliance requirements as well as wider legal requirements
• A great team player and good communicator with the ability to work with colleagues from different departments with varying experience in estate management
• Experienced negotiator with familiarity with the requirements of the Charities’ Act
• A full UK driving licence.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Chartered Surveyor, Rural Surveyor, Land and Building Surveyor, Development Surveyor, RICS qualified, Land Agent / Surveyor, Associate Rural Surveyor, Senior Rural Surveyor, Rural Estate Surveyor etc.

About us

Settle is an award-winning charity that supports vulnerable young people moving into their first home. Our mission is to break the cycle of youth homelessness by equipping young people with the life skills and confidence they need to thrive. We are a fast growing organisation and 2020 was a big year for Settle. We worked with more young people than ever before, developed new services and doubled our team size.

About the role

Over the next few years, we will be rolling out our programme to hundreds of young people across London and scaling our impact.

As our Head of Delivery, you will be responsible for developing and implementing our delivery strategy to ensure we are maximising the positive impact we have on young people’s lives. We want Settle to be the highest quality and well-regarded programme in the UK. You’ll be the driving force in making that happen. You’ll be responsible for delivering our services to 200+ young people per year, lead our brilliant Programme Team, manage key delivery partnerships and ensure we are effectively evaluating and learning from our programmes.

You will lead our programme team of 9 and directly manage and coach, 2 Programme Managers that are based in London. Therefore, the successful candidate will be an experienced, confident and inspiring senior manager.

You will have overall responsibility for Settle’s delivery operations and will report directly to our CEO. This is a full-time role.

If you are a highly-skilled, experienced and motivated manager with experience in managing diverse high-quality services and teams this is a fantastic opportunity for you.

Key info

• Salary: £42,000 per annum
• Hours: Full time
• Contract Length: Fixed term for 12 months
• Location: Currently remote working or at our office is in London Fields, Hackney. You’ll work there and across Greater London.
• Start Date: w/c 3rd May

For the full job description & details for how to apply, head to our website.