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At Refugee Action Kingston (RAK) we're dedicated to helping the successful integration of refugees and asylum seekers into the local community. With over three decades of experience, we provide a comprehensive range of services including welfare support, immigration and legal advice, education, counselling, and career guidance.
Our values
- Empathy: we put ourselves in the shoes of those we work with.
- Enterprise: we're innovative and resourceful in our approach to supporting refugees and asylum seekers.
- Empower: we strive to empower our clients, helping them achieve their aspirations.
Role overview: as the Director of RAK, you'll lead our organisation in supporting refugees and asylum seekers in South West London to lead fulfilled and independent lives. Proposals for hybrid working will be considered. Your responsibilities will include:
Strategic Leadership
- Developing and implementing annual plans aligned with our strategy, in collaboration with the Board of Trustees, to achieve desired outcomes.
- Maintaining efficient systems for the charity's operations, ensuring good governance and financial sustainability.
- Overseeing all aspects of organisational management including finances, resources, services, and communications, in cooperation with trustees.
Governance and Organisational Management
- Working closely with trustees to direct and deliver RAK's objectives according to the charity's strategy.
- Leading and supporting the RAK team to fulfil objectives, emphasising client needs, monitoring outcomes, and integrating learning into operations.
- Ensuring compliance with governance requirements, supporting board responsibilities, and contributing to trustee meetings and reporting.
Financial Management and Human Resources
- Ensuring effective financial management, leading finance and project management teams to maintain controls, preparing reports, and managing spending within budget.
- Developing organisational structure and processes for positive people and service management, adhering to legislation and quality standards.
- Fostering a healthy working culture that encourages staff and volunteers to excel, contribute ideas, and embrace diversity.
Fundraising
- Developing and executing RAK's fundraising strategy, exploring new avenues to diversify funding sources.
- Collaborating with the fundraising manager to cultivate relationships with funders, submitting funding bids, and providing reporting.
- Focus on growing unrestricted funds to reduce reliance on grants.
Advocacy and Influencing
- Cultivating strong relationships with stakeholders to amplify the impact of RAK's work.
- Advocating for the needs of our clients to local authorities, healthcare providers, and other relevant agencies.
- Maintaining an effective advice and advocacy service, meeting quality standards (AQS & OISC) and regulatory requirements.
General Duties
- Undertaking any other related duties as required and appropriate to the role.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- Leadership and Change Management: proven track record of leading client-focused services, driving strategic development, and managing change effectively.
- Project and Programme Management: experience in creating and delivering complex projects aligned with strategic objectives.
- Fundraising Expertise: understanding of fundraising importance in the charitable sector, with a history of successful and innovative fundraising initiatives.
- Digital Proficiency: ability to harness digital tools so that roles are carried out efficiently and competently.
- Financial Management: track record of managing budgets and contracts effectively.
- Analytical Skills: experience in complex report writing and data analysis.
- Empathy and Inclusivity: ability to empathise with clients from diverse backgrounds and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
- Team Leadership: excellent people skills, with the ability to empower and motivate staff and volunteers to operate effectively.
- Partnership Building: strong ability to build partnerships, manage coalitions, and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Communication Skills: excellent communication and persuasion skills, including experience in public speaking.
- Governance Knowledge: understanding of governance principles in the voluntary or public sector.
- Safeguarding: experience in leading on safeguarding and health and safety.
Desirable Criteria
- Asylum System Knowledge: understanding or lived experience of the asylum system.
- Policy and Advocacy: experience in asylum-related policy or advocacy work.
- Commercial Awareness: experience in negotiating with statutory, local, or voluntary organisations/authorities.
Refugee Action Kingston exists to enable refugees and people who seek asylum to succeed as integrated members of the local community
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Head of Operations, People & Retail
Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer
Salary: £47,079 - £63,909 (Band E)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closing: 14th April 2024 @ 5pm
Interviews: 23rd & 25th April 2024
Job Purpose:
The post holder will play a pivotal role in the strategic and operational development of the charity with particular responsibility for the charity operations, people and retail functions to ensure they are carried out efficiently and effectively and comply fully with all aspects of charity law and good practice.
A senior leadership team member, this role will lead Alder Hey Children’s Charity’s Retail Strategy, developing a plan for opening of new Charity Shops and growing online sales. They will also lead on the People Strategy for the Charity and Retail teams.
They will build strategic relationships across the sector ensuring that we remain innovative and sector leading in both our People Strategy and Retail development plans. They will oversee the implementation of the Volunteer Strategy.
Main Duties/Tasks
Strategic Planning, Financial Management & Reporting
Lead on the development and implementation of strategic, multi-year plans and budgets.
Monitor progress against strategic plans, budgets, KPIs, producing reports.
Develop a revised Retail Strategy, developing and executing a plan for increased on-line sales and new shops.
Lead on the People Strategy across the charity and retail teams.
Co-ordinate the Operational Strategy across the areas of Fundraising Support, Health & Safety, Estates & Facilities (including asset management).
To build and maintain a high performance culture through effective performance management, communication and coaching of staff, ensuring clear objectives are agreed and performance is regularly reviewed.
To work closely with Alder Hey NHS Trust to ensure strong partnership working with key areas such as Patients Experience, Volunteering and Estates & Facilities.
Operations
Provide leadership and direction to the Operations & People Manager, empowering them & the team to deliver against set goals and objectives.
Oversee health & safety across the charity, ensuring that the team have appropriate processes, practices and policies in place to comply with the law and ensure our team have a good working environment.
Oversee the management of Estates & Facilities across the charity premises, including asset management, ensuring that these are in line with our values, the legal requirements, and look at ways that innovation can help us to improve within these areas.
Oversee the insurance renewal process (for the charity and retail shops).
Oversee processes & practices in relation to donor stewardship, ensuring the team are providing an excellent donor journey and donations are processed efficiently and effectively.
To formulate and propose policies and ensure that existing policies are updated in accordance with the agreed timetable.
People
Develop and execute the Charity People Strategy for both staff and volunteers.
Develop and execute the Charity EDI Strategy for both staff and volunteers.
Be the lead specialist in HR practices and maintain strong knowledge of relevant legislation and good practice.
Oversee key HR processes to ensure they are operating effectively in line with our values and the legal requirements, including:
· Equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI)
· Implementation of the Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
· Recruitment & onboarding processes
· Performance Development Review (PDR) process
· Handling of disciplinary & grievance processes
· Staff liaison, including pay award, occupational health or other required communication/ consultation
· Sickness Absence management
· Payroll Information
· Policies
· Learning & Development
Retail
Develop and execute the Charity Retail Strategy, ensuring that income is maximised whilst also achieving the Charity’s social mission and awareness within the community.
Lead on the opening of new shops, identifying locations, negotiating leases, and directing the operational plan from concept to opening.
Be the lead specialist for retail in the charity and maintain strong knowledge of relevant legislation and good practice.
Provide leadership and direction to the Retail Manager, empowering them & the team to deliver against set goals and objectives.
Oversee health & safety across the shop, ensuring that the team have appropriate processes and practices in place to comply with the law and ensure our team have a good working environment.
Oversee the management of Estates & Facilities across the retail premises, including asset management, ensuring that these are in line with our values, the legal requirements, and look at ways that innovation can help us to improve within these areas.
Other Duties
Be an outstanding advocate for Alder Hey Children’s Charity in line with the core values of the organisation.
Be an active and supportive member of the Alder Hey Children’s Charity team, contributing to the team’s development and working collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers. Attend and support on events run by the fundraising teams where required.
Any other reasonable duties as required by your line manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
· Experience of efficiently managing and delivering a demanding and varied workload.
· Strong track record of customer relations.
· Experience of working with Shopify or other online sales platforms.
· HR experience of managing teams.
· Leadership experience.
· Experience in delivery of a strategy (retail, people or operations).
· Experience of working in a retail environment.
· Proven success or developing a friendly and donor/ customer focused service.
· Experience of using a CRM system or database.
Desirable
· HR qualifications.
· Experience of running and/ or opening new charity shops.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
· Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written across a range of audiences.
· Proven success in developing strong personal relationships internally and externally.
· Commitment to principles of equality, diversity and collaborative working.
· Self-motivated and positive attitude with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise in a busy environment.
· Experience of business planning and operational management.
· Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently.
· Leadership qualities and proven track record of leading a team.
· A creative and lateral thinker with the ability to look for innovative solutions to problems and take the lead on developing these.
· Understand the necessity of dealing carefully and within data protection legislation, with confidential matters, including handling both personal and business critical information.
· Excellent IT skills including Microsoft packages.
Desirable
· Evidence of understanding the range of issues across the NHS and Charity sector.
· Experience of presenting at Board or Committee level.
· Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Additional requirements
Essential
· Committed to continuing professional development.
· Strong interest in working for a children’s health charity.
· An understanding of and commitment to the values of Alder Hey Children’s Charity.
· Willingness to get involved with activities across the Charity.
· Willingness to occasionally work outside of normal office hours.
Our Values
Here at Alder Hey Children’s Charity, our values guide the way in which we work. By being courageous, working together, being passionate about our work, and making sure that we are creative in what we do, helps us to deliver the support necessary so that our Hospital can continue to deliver the very best care for our young patients and their families. Our values are:
Courage: we try new things and take risks to innovate and drive forward new ideas. We have the courage to speak up and take a stance. We are accountable, responsive and responsible. We are unstoppable.
Together: we work together as one team, sharing our knowledge and learning. We work in partnership with patients, families, supporters and colleagues. We are respectful, celebrate diversity and empower each other to achieve our aims.
Passion: we are passionate about what we do and why we do it. We work together to share and grow. We inspire others.
Magical: we are fun, creative and child led. We create special moments, provide little extras and go further for our brave young patients.
Alder Hey Children’s Charity will make every endeavour to make any reasonable adjustments for applicants who require assistance in carrying out their duties due to a disability. Alder Hey Children’s Charity is committed to equal opportunities and positively welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Alder Hey Children’s Charity is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. The post holder may be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Fundraising & HR Support Officer
Reporting To: Fundraising & People Team Leader
Salary: £25,307 – £29,634
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Alder Hey Children’s Charity (based within the hospital), Liverpool
Application Deadline: Sunday 28th April 2024
Interviews: Thursday 9th May 2024
Job Purpose:
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of the Charity operations. This role is the first point of contact for supporters and requires outstanding customer care/ donor stewardship skills. The post holder is expected to foster excellent working relationships with all members of the Charity team, donors – both existing and potential – and Trust staff. This role will provide support to the fundraising team and with HR processing for the Charity, whilst also supporting with our hospital and online shop.
Main Duties/Tasks
Fundraising & Office duties
Undertake day to day administrative tasks as directed by the Fundraising & People Team Leader and Senior Team, including the preparation of letters, reports and memos, ensuring the work is of a high standard, professional and accurate. Adhering to sensitive information protocols and keeping sensitive information confidential.
Deal with all incoming telephone enquiries in a professional and helpful capacity and direct all incoming calls correctly and take accurate messages. Adhere to any confidential or sensitive information protocols.
Contribute to the efficient running of the public Charity office by receiving all donors and visitors in a welcoming and friendly manner.
Provide excellent customer care/ donor stewardship in all interactions with donors.
Manage the mail, ensuring it is opened, distributed and any donor correspondence is responded to in a timely manner.
Process donations in line with established receipting procedures.
Adhere to audit procedures and liaise with the Charity’s auditors.
Carrying out filing in line with office procedures and ensuring the safe storage and archiving of documents/records on a regular basis.
Provide support to the senior management team, including organising and scheduling meetings and room bookings.
Undertake banking procedures and ensure donations are accurately recorded and banked.
Hospital & Online Shop
Process online orders for the shop in a timely manner.
Run regular reports for the Fundraising & People Team Leader relating to online sales.
Support the management of the online and hospital shop, ensuring they are stocked, and products are displayed in the best way.
Provide good customer service within the shop inside the hospital Atrium.
Cash up the till, ensuring sales are correctly recorded and takings are passed through for banking.
Database support
Process donations on the CRM database, liaising with fundraising teams to ensure this is recorded correctly, including from online platforms.
Produce analytical reports from the fundraising database system, for audit purposes.
HR support
Provide HR administrative support within the areas of:
· Recruitment, including coordinating the recruitment process and the induction of new starters;
· Ensuring all staff have a DBS in line with the Trust requirements;
· Administration of staff annual leave allowance and absence reporting;
· Creating staff correspondence letters, including pay award, furlough or other required communication; and
· Attending and minuting HR meetings where required.
Other Duties
Be an outstanding advocate for Alder Hey Children’s Charity in line with the core values of the organisation.
Be an active and supportive member of the Alder Hey Children’s Charity team, contributing to the team’s development and working collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers. Attend and support on events run by the fundraising teams where required.
Any other reasonable duties as required by your line manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
· Experience of efficiently managing and delivering a demanding and varied workload.
· Proven track record of handling cash and working with tight protocols around audits and procedures.
· Strong track record of customer relations.
Desirable
· Experience of working at a charity.
· Experience of using a CRM system or database.
· Experience of working with Shopify or other online sales platforms.
· HR experience or qualifications.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
· Commitment to principles of equality, diversity and collaborative working.
· Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written across a range of audiences.
· Ability to build strong working relationships.
· Self-motivated and positive attitude with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise in a busy environment.
· Ability to work in a logical and organised manner.
· Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently.
· Understand the necessity of dealing carefully and within data protection legislation, with confidential matters, including handling both personal and business critical information.
· Excellent IT skills including Microsoft packages, especially advanced use of Microsoft Excel.
Additional requirements
Essential
· Strong interest in working for a children’s health charity.
· An understanding of and commitment to the values of Alder Hey Children’s Charity.
· Willingness to get involved with activities across the Charity.
Desirable
· Willingness to occasionally work outside of normal office hours.
Note: This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this role. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification as required by the needs of Alder Hey Children's Charity.
The charity is currently conducting a four-day working week trial, due to end on 30th September 2024. This means that, for example, staff previously working 37.5 hours a week are now working 30 hours a week to enable a four-day working week. The trial is monitoring the benefits of a four-day working week against productivity. We are confident that by embracing a more flexible and balanced approach to work, we can continue to create a thriving and fulfilling work environment while driving growth and success for our charity. A decision will be made before the 30th September 2024 to agree the next steps, based on an assessment of the trial period; the four day working week trial may be ended, extended or adopted permanently.
Our Values
Here at Alder Hey Children’s Charity, our values guide the way in which we work. By being courageous, working together, being passionate about our work, and making sure that we are creative in what we do, helps us to deliver the support necessary so that our Hospital can continue to deliver the very best care for our young patients and their families. Our values are:
Courage: we try new things and take risks to innovate and drive forward new ideas. We have the courage to speak up and take a stance. We are accountable, responsive and responsible. We are unstoppable.
Together: we work together as one team, sharing our knowledge and learning. We work in partnership with patients, families, supporters and colleagues. We are respectful, celebrate diversity and empower each other to achieve our aims.
Passion: we are passionate about what we do and why we do it. We work together to share and grow. We inspire others.
Magical: we are fun, creative and child led. We create special moments, provide little extras and go further for our brave young patients.
Alder Hey Children’s Charity will make every endeavour to make any reasonable adjustments for applicants who require assistance in carrying out their duties due to a disability. Alder Hey Children’s Charity is committed to equal opportunities and positively welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Alder Hey Children’s Charity is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. The post holder may be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
This is an exciting opportunity for a new role of Operations Manager. The purpose of the role is to support our Director/CEO and to lead the management team. This post will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations at BIAS. This aim of the role is to support development, lead operational plans and create new initiatives to enable sustainable growth and planned expansion.
The ideal candidate is someone already working in a line management role wishing to either progress or change career. We would like to appointment a dynamic, enthusiastic Operations Manager to maintain quality standards and help drive the organisation forward at pace.
You will be a conscientious leader who excels at supporting people to ensure they can thrive and projects are delivered efficiently and effectively.
We are looking for someone who:
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Has experience of finance and HR processes
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Is able to review and implement operational policies and systems to increase efficiency and support good governance
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Has experience of supporting organisational change as part of a senior team
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Is able to work independently and exercise sound judgment
You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be proactive, and ideally have 2 years management experience with strong people and project management skills.
Other Key information
Do you want to work for an organisation that makes a difference, every single day, to people from all walks of life? This is an immensely rewarding role working in a dynamic charity built on an ethos of going the extra mile, hospitality and inclusivity.
You will need the skills and abilities to ensure operational needs and deadlines are met . Key functions of the role will be: running management reports, monitoring services, providing reports and evaluations to funders and identifying new funding opportunities.
Deadlines for applications are the 31st March 2024 but we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible as interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close early.
If you have previously applied for this role, please do not apply again.
Application Instructions
Candidates must submit a detailed CV and covering letter, explaining any gaps in employment. The covering letter should show how you meet the essential/desirable criteria, providing examples. Your CV should be no longer than 2 pages and your covering letter should be no longer than 1500 words.
Candidates must submit a detailed CV and covering letter, explaining any gaps in employment. The covering letter should show how you meet the essential/desirable criteria, providing examples. Your CV should be no longer than 2 pages and your covering letter should be no longer than 1500 words.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Ordinary Lifestyles' our objective is clear: to provide support to adults with learning/physical disabilities as well as those with acquired brain/head injuries to enable them to live independently.
We believe that everybody can live successfully and safely in their own homes in their community if they have the right support. As Registered Manager you play a vital role in contributing to this, making a difference to the lives of the people we support.
We are looking for a professional, motivated and values driven individual, who we can support through the process of becoming a Registered Manager. The successful candidate must have the necessary experience within the Health and Social \Care sector and have relevant knowledge of the CQC and meeting their Fundamental Standards.
Responsible to: CEO
Salary: NJC points 36 to 42
Hours: 35 generally worked during office hours however the postholder will be required to work flexibly including some evenning/weekend work as required.
Contract: Permanent
Location: Failsworth, Manchester
Registered Manager responsibilities:
- To ensure that the organisation meets its statutory duties in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2012, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and all other legislation which affects us
- To participate in the emergency on-call system and ensure that all emergency on-call issues are dealt with effectively
- To attend local authority provider meetings, registered manager meetings and to liaise appropriately with other groups, agencies and authorities
- To monitor incidents and accidents within the organisation and provide information to the Board of Trustees
- To submit Provider Information Returns (PIR), safeguarding and other required notifications to the CQC in the agreed timescales
- To complete necessary referrals and self-assessments required by the funding local authority or CCG
- To keep abreast of changing legislation, best practice and service developments with regards to people with learning disabilities
Service Management and Development Responsibilities:
- To listen to the individuals using the service, and their staff, and to respond, if necessary with the Management Team and Board of Trustees, in a thoughtful and reasonable way in accordance with Ordinary Lifestyles’ values as a person centred service and a good employer
- To ensure that each individual’s person centred support plan and all other documents, e.g. risk management, health action plans etc. are reviewed on a regular basis so that the services continue to find safe and innovative ways of supporting people to become part of their local community
- To provide clear and effective leadership by setting standards, monitoring performance and providing a positive role model to ensure that the service is person centred
- To ensure adequate staffing levels, using workers who understand the needs of the individual(s) they work with, and to have a shared responsibility for recruitment, pay and matters concerning personnel management in consultation with the Management Team
- To provide information, guidance and ongoing supervision to enable staff to effectively and safely carry out their roles. Carry out job consultations, appraisals and monitoring of staff performance
- To help maintain quality by being involved in conducting regular audits
- To work with new individuals and their families who may wish to receive support from Ordinary Lifestyles, to complete needs assessments, accurate financial costings and identify any accommodation issues for any potential new services
- To work with Housing Associations / Landlords to ensure that accommodation meets the needs of the individuals living there.
- To publicise and promote the organisation within the wider community in order to increase awareness of our values and in order to encourage more families to be involved
General management responsibilities associated with this role:
- To work with others to ensure that all management policies and decisions support the agreed vision, mission, values, philosophy and strategic priorities of the charity
- To work with the Board of Trustees, attending meetings and providing them with clear quarterly reports on all aspects of the service
- To contribute along with others to the organisation’s Strategic Action Plan, or other frameworks for agreeing strategy
- Other appropriate duties may be required by the organisation from time to time
This job is for YOU if:
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Have at least 2 years’ working with people with people with learning disabilities in a variety of different situations
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Are experienced in working with families and liaising with relevant agencies
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Meet/are working towards the requirements in order to become a Registered Manager with the CQC
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Have an understanding of the values underpinning supported living
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Are able to support people with all aspects of daily living in a way that respects their dignity and promotes independence and choice
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Have an understanding of the needs and rights of people with learning disabilities
- Have an understanding of anti-discrimination issues
- Have an understanding of Community Care principles and legislation, and the role of independent sector providers and associated regulatory bodies
- Have an understanding of how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns
- Have good written and verbal communication skills
- Have skill in promoting and encouraging a “learning culture,” through formal and informal means
- Have staff management skills and abilities to provide positive leadership
- Are self-motivated and able to work on own initiative
- Have a car and a current UK driving licence
- Are able and willing to undertake evening and weekend working as the service requires and to share the ‘on call’ responsibilities within the Management Team
Ordinary Lifestyles operates an Equality and Diversity policy. Applications are welcomed from those who meet all, or the majority of, the above criteria.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At All Ways Network (AWN), we are dedicated to radically changing the grant making sector and removing barriers to grant funding for small not for profits supporting the Muslim community in the UK.
Each year, as well as facilitating and delivering funders information sessions for NFPs either online or via our flagship event, Meet the Funders, our trustees and staff team focus on removing barriers to funding for NFPs more generally. AWN is driving improvements to grant making processes and infrastructure and standards across the UK.
As Operations Manager at AWN, you will play a vital role in managing and developing the operational business functions of the organisation to support the successful expression of All Ways Network’s (AWN) charitable aims. You will support the Board of Trustees in leading the charity and its staff, building relationships with stakeholders, and developing and implementing our long-term strategic plans.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Trustees to deliver and improve AWN’s strategic planning, annual operational planning, and budgeting process and ensure our vision and mission are effectively translated into operational goals and initiatives.
- Work closely with the Treasurer to manage the allocation of resources and oversee budgeting, fundraising and grant management.
- Lead on aspects of our HR function with the support of trustees, taking charge of our recruitment, personnel development and staff support.
- Maintain effective internal policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and manage organisational risks effectively.
- Support the Board of Trustees to maintain effective governance.
- Support the team to develop and manage impactful partnerships and stakeholder relationships, providing strategic advice on project delivery and ensuring our partnership arrangements are well planned and managed with care.
- Develop, implement, and monitor day-to-day operational systems and processes to provide visibility, goals, progress, and obstacles of key initiatives.
- Attend events outside office hours and weekends where necessary.
How to Apply
Please demonstrate how you meet the role requirements and how you think you can contribute to AWN. Please apply by submitting an up-to-date CV and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) answering the following questions:
- why are you interested in the role of Operations Manager at AWN?
- how do your skills and experience make you a good fit for the role?
The closing date is Monday 15th April 2024. Applications must be submitted by 12:00pm UK time.
Full job description & person specification are available to download.
Please note: This role has funding for 3 years however further funding will be allocated to this role as it is an integral part of our organisation and work moving forward.
Please download the application pack and apply by Monday 15th April 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
1. About Us
Sound and Music is the national charity for new music.
We support anyone who wants to make music and sound to shape the modern world. We enable individuals to challenge expectations and discover their potential, and act as a friendly guide for those who want to listen deeper. Our work sustains more careers, progresses creativity and achieves greater equity across music in the UK.
We are guided by our Fair Access Principles, a code of best practice which ensures our work is open and inclusive for all.
Sound and Music is supported by Arts Council England and proud to be a National Youth Music Organisation.
The creative programme for Sound and Music makes a unique and distinctive contribution to the arts in the UK. We are a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England. NPO funding is confirmed until March 2026.
Sound and Music is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to making recruitment and employment at Sound and Music inclusive and accessible. We particularly welcome applications from backgrounds that experience racism, and/or who are disabled or neurodiverse, to whom we will offer an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role (see section 4).
2. Job Description
The Head of External Engagement is a key leadership post within the organisation. The role encompasses responsibility for the development and delivery of the organisation’s external activity, including profile, brand identity and stakeholder engagement (including the public), fundraising, and driving income generation in new areas, notably commercial partnerships. It also forms part of Sound and Music’s senior management team, who under the leadership of the Chief Executive are responsible for overseeing the organisation’s programme of activity, strategic development, external profile and a positive and productive organisational culture.
An experienced fundraiser and communicator, you will lead the external engagement team and support the delivery of its strategic and operational plans. The broad remit of the role means the successful candidate will be a strong and confident communicator who builds networks easily and prioritises exceptional stakeholder management and relationship development.
Sound and Music operates a hybrid working model with a mix of in person and remote working, so we welcome applications from anywhere in the UK. Our office is in London and the minimum requirement will be to attend one day per week.
The post holder will support Sound and Music’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, contributing to a culture of respect and collaboration in the organisation’s internal and external activities.
3. Key Responsibilities
Leadership and management
External leadership:
· Represent Sound and Music publicly, including through stakeholder and supporter events
· Work with the Head of Programmes to ensure Sound and Music’s advisory groups are meaningfully engaged
· Be the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead for Sound and Music
Internal leadership:
· Shared strategic responsibility and accountability for Sound and Music’s three core aims and their associated objectives, outcomes and outputs
· Shared accountability (with other senior management colleagues) for the successful delivery and implementation of the organisation’s Business Plan
· Lead the organisation’s External Engagements team. This team includes a Communications and Insights Manager and Fundraising Coordinator (both line managed by the Head of External Engagement) plus support from other Sound and Music team members
Development and fundraising
· Develop and support the Chief Executive on the overall business and development strategy for the organisation to ensure we meet fundraising targets (£200k in 2024-25) for annual programmes and major projects
· Develop an ambitious fundraising programme which builds our supporter base and individual funding streams, including individuals, major gifts and public funders
· Drive income growth by identifying and negotiating commercial partnerships and contribute to the development of an enhanced commercial mindset across the organisation
· Develop and cultivate the existing trusts and foundations pipeline
· Prepare documents and reports for key funders including Arts Council England
· Build and maintain positive and productive relationships with key funders, commercial organisations and stakeholders and cultivate existing relationships within the organisation
· Establish new income streams, for example, by maximising the intellectual property created within the organisation
· Engage the Board of Trustees and senior management team in fundraising activities and the ongoing strategy to optimise donor management and stewardship to develop a culture of fundraising across the organisation
· Maximise the opportunities provided by the new CRM system and contribute to the development of a data-led mindset across the organisation
Communications and campaigns
· Develop and lead the overall communications and reputation management strategy for varied stakeholders to ensure we increase our visibility and influence in the sector
· Support the Chief Executive to build the profile of our brand, drive the media messaging and oversee and power our content media campaigns
· Support the Chief Executive to build and maintain positive and productive relationships with government and culture and media opinion formers
Strategy and planning
· Work with the Chief Executive and other senior management team members to monitor, evaluate and review KPIs, strategies and activity so as to maximise Sound and Music’s impact. This includes reporting and presenting to the Board and externally to help build engagement and relationships in the sector and with funders
· Assess the reputational, financial, delivery and other risks associated with current and new projects and partnerships
· Empower, model, support and encourage cross-team working to realise the full income generating possibilities of projects
Finance and governance
· Contribute to creating and monitoring the overall organisation budget
· Work closely with the Chief Executive, Head of Programmes and Finance Manager to formulate financial strategy against specified budget areas, and to ensure that the programme activity is sufficiently resourced, planned and delivered to budget
· Ensure close monitoring of income and expenditure for relevant budget lines and contribute to senior management team financial planning and review
· Attend Board and Financial Subcommittee meetings to present and report impact on a quarterly basis
Special conditions of the post
· Travel within the UK, as required by the role
· A willingness to represent the organisation internationally on an occasional basis
· Evening and weekend working to attend and network at events will be required (time off in lieu is taken afterwards)
· Satisfactory completion of an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (if offered the role, and paid for by Sound and Music)
4. Candidate profile
Essential:
· A demonstrable commitment to Sound and Music’s vision, mission and values
· A track record of generating income across different channels, meeting targets, with the ability and experience to manage and develop long-term and sustained fundraising relationships (for example, with major donors and trusts and foundations)
· Leadership (a strong combination of these are essential):
· A track record of leadership, including leading or working at a senior level in an organisation during a period of growth and change
· Excellent team leadership skills, with high emotional intelligence and generosity, a genuine enthusiasm for encouraging the input and ideas of others
· Strong budgeting and financial planning skills, and the ability to work collaboratively on this
· An entrepreneurial mindset: success in leveraging income, developing new income streams and value through commercial acumen and effective strategic partnership building
· A track record in championing and addressing under-representation in culture and a deep-rooted commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
Desirable:
· Experience of increasing brand profile, developing brand awareness, and expanding audiences for a specialist product or service
· Understanding of the current political, economic, social and technological climate, including the context for culture and public funding and an active engagement with technological developments in creativity
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: able to engage confidently with different audiences and areas of the sector both publicly and on a 1:1 basis
· Excellent understanding of digital communications and infrastructure and how it can build reach and engagement, including using data to drive decision making
5. How to apply
If you are interested in working with us, please apply by completing the application form.
Sound and Music is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to making recruitment and employment at Sound and Music inclusive and accessible. We particularly welcome applications from backgrounds that experience racism, and/or who are disabled or neurodiverse, to whom we will offer an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you feel you have just some of the required skills and experience but meet the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply; we are very open to continuing the training and development of individuals who are self-motivated to acquire new skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
We are looking for an experienced fundraiser, to lead on fundraising in the Department of Physics, as part of the friendly team working across the Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division.
The Department of Physics is one of the top five departments in the world. Our academics observe the wonders of the Universe from the very big to the very small: from seeking planets with the potential for life outside the solar system, to undertaking some of the most delicate experiments in quantum physics. Physics has applications in so many fields, including biology and nanotechnology, to find new ways to treat cancer; the development of new materials to generate green energy; and the understanding of climate science, with its impact on the Earth. The Physics Department is active in developing these applications in part through a strong innovation culture that has created nine new companies since 2018 and with six more in the pipeline for 2024. The Department has a deeply embedded ED&I culture.
About the role:
You will be raising money to support research; to enable students from around the world and from every background to come and study at Oxford; and to help promote the public understanding of Physics. You will work closely with the Head of Physics, as well as some of the most inspiring scientists in the world, and will forge relationships with existing and new donors to the department. While an interest in science is essential, you do not need to be a Physics graduate, just an enthusiast for knowledge.
About you:
You are an experienced development professional with a strong track record of securing major gifts, a confident approach and the ability to think creatively. You will lead on major gift fundraising (£100k-£1m+) working with a range of donors (corporates, trusts and individuals). The department has a well-established alumni programme and a very active and supportive development board that you will work closely with.
What We Offer:
As an employer, we value the wellbeing and development of all our employees. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
- 38 days annual leave (including public holidays)
- Hybrid working arrangements for a healthy work-life balance
- Extensive personal and professional development opportunities
- Membership to CASE to support your professional development as an educational advancement professional
- Supportive childcare services and other family-friendly leave schemes for working parents, guardians and those with caring responsibilities
- Generous family leave for pregnancy, adoption, paternity, and shared parental leave
- Excellent contributory pension scheme for your financial future
- Salary sacrifice scheme for additional savings
- Subsidised sports centre membership to promote well-being
- Cycle loan scheme to encourage sustainable commuting
- Discounted bus and transit travel
In addition, you will have access to a vibrant community with social groups and sports clubs fostering an inclusive atmosphere.
Application process:
- Click the link to ‘Apply’ and follow the on-screen instructions. You will be taken to our online Applicant portal.
- Applications should consist of a full CV and a letter of application (maximum of 2 pages), in PDF format, outlining your motivations to apply for this role, your relevant experience and how you meet the criteria of the person specification.
Only applications received before 12.00 noon on 8 April 2024 can be considered.
Interviews are currently scheduled to take place week commencing 17 April 2024, in person in Oxford.
Development and Alumni Engagement is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences. We encourage applicants from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply
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We want a world where no one dies from hunger. Life-threatening hunger is predictable, preventable and treatable. Join Action Against Hunger and together we will stop it in its tracks.
Action Against Hunger is an optimistic, inspiring place to work. We want passionate and dedicated people to help build a better world. We’re a creative team made up of people with a wide range of talents, styles and expertise. But we are united in our relentless dedication to end world hunger. No challenge is too big. With you we can do it. Join us.
The Partnerships Development Officer is a key member of the Partnerships team in the Fundraising & Communications Department.
This is a great time to join our team as we focus on growing and diversifying our partnerships portfolio. We have a huge range of projects and opportunities with which to engage new partners, both in the UK and internationally, and as Partnerships Development Officer you will have the chance to create exciting and compelling propositions and pitch them to new audiences.Working with the Senior Partnership Development Manager, you will support the implementation of the new business strategy. Together, you will help the team win larger,strategic, and transformational partnerships as well as managing your own pipeline. You’ll have the chance to bring your creativity to the table with team brainstorms, concept development and new products.
We are a close-knit team sharing the same common goal: to form multi-year, mutually beneficial partnerships aligned with Action Against Hungers goal to end life-threatening hunger. We are innovative, creative, and we take great ownership and pride in leading on projects and delivering positive solutions for the communities we support around the world. You’ll also have the opportunity to work closely with the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC); and our counterparts in the Action Against Hunger global network.
Closing Date: 8 April 2024 at 23:59 Interview Date: 22nd and 24th April.
Please read the following carefully before making your application: then all you need to do is send your CV and write a supporting statement explaining why you want the job and how your skills and experience make you the right person for the role and where you saw this vacancy.
- As a UK based position, candidates must have the right to work in the UK
- We welcome applications from all sections of the community and we encourage as broad a range of candidates as possible. If you need any additional support to help you through this process, please let us know (contact details in the job pack)
- Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates, within two weeks of the closing date Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual feedback
- If you experience any technical difficulties in submitting your application, please contact the charityjob helpdesk.
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We have big goals over the next few years.
We're going to be fighting for mental health in a way we never have before.
Together we'll be working to make sure everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets the support and respect they deserve.
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The Senior Designer sits within the Creative team at Mind, our newly-formed in-house creative team. Our vision is to provide an agency-standard creative service to the organisation, driving creative excellence and bringing Mind's work to life with impactful, innovative content.
Key duties and responsibilities
The Senior Designer will provide a specialist design service to all Mind teams. This will include designing and artworking content across a range of formats (both print and digital), from printed marketing materials and policy reports to digital assets and branded collateral for events. A key aspect of this will be ensuring that all design work is a strong expression of our brand, of high quality, and optimised/correctly exported for the format in which it will be used. While this role will predominantly involve hands-on graphic design work, you will also be responsible for commissioning and managing freelance designers or agencies where appropriate.
In addition to providing specialist design expertise, you will also collaborate with the wider content teams to generate powerful concepts for content and campaigns.
This role will be responsible for line managing the Design Officer, supporting them to deliver best-in-class content and develop their skills.
Mind's equity statement
Mind is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Please refer to the Job Description while completing your application as candidates will be shortlisted based on how closely they match the criteria in the personal specification.
Schools2030 is a global programme focused on holistic learning and teacher leadership. The programme brings together a diverse coalition which includes educators, school leaders, civil society, researchers, international organisations, and government across ten countries and 1,000+ schools. The goal is to improve quality teaching and holistic learning, and to foster resilient education systems across the world, including for those living in remote regions and those facing multiple forms of marginalisation and crises.
The Senior Programme Officer for Schools2030 will lead on resource mobilisation for the Schools2030 programme as well as allocation of funding across the programme countries and workstreams. The Senior Programme Officer will coordinate closely with the Schools2030 Partnership and Finance teams and will manage the smooth functioning with the rest of the Schools2030 Global Secretariat. Working closely with the Schools2030 Partnerships Officer, the Senior Programme Officer will support on external reporting, including to Schools2030 consortium of donors.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND CORE TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Resource Mobilisation:
- Lead on resource mobilisation and the development of new proposals for the Schools2030 programme to develop narrative content for proposals and proposal budgets. This should all be done in close coordination with the Global Partnerships team, other members of the Global Secretariat, country teams, and finance teams.
- Lead on scoping new funding opportunities for Schools2030, working closely with the Global Partnerships team, and identify and evaluate strategic growth opportunities for the programme
Coordination:
- Manage the smooth functioning of the Schools2030 Partnerships and Finance teams including through leading weekly progress meetings, monitoring deliverables and setting team priorities on a weekly and monthly basis, in coordination with the broader Schools2030 Secretariat.
- Develop annual funding plans (including aligning donor grants to programme workstreams, identifying areas for fundraising) with Global Programme Manager, Finance, Partnerships and Country Units
- Coordinate external technical partnerships, including developing TORs for external technical partners and tracking achievement of deliverables.
- With finance and partnerships, oversee the Schools2030 grant and budget database to ensure alignment between grants, budgets and partner contracts
Donor Reporting
- Support the Schools2030 Partnership Officer on development of external reports and ensuring alignment with financial reports developed by Schools2030 Finance Officers
- Present Schools2030 programme and financial progress at Biannual Donor Meetings (March and October each year), with support of Partnership and Finance Team
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, BEHAVIOURS, ATTRIBUTES
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred
Skills
- Excellent writing, speaking, comprehension and other communications skills, with thoroughness and attention to detail
- Highly organised with a strong ability and experience with time management, including managing multiple deadlines
- Able to produce deliverables and written material on time and to a high standard
- Efficient project management
- Ability to provide clear, stable, consistent, reliable and courteous communication when dealing with external organisations, senior colleagues and community members
- Ability to communicate AKDN/AKF values and strategic plan effectively to partners and colleagues
- The ability to pro-actively problem-solve, work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with numerous and competing deadlines
- Ability to handle complex relationships diplomatically with colleagues, governance entities and external stakeholders in a professional manner
- Strong financial literacy, including the ability to review detailed budgets and financial reports
- Strong IT skills, including Office and Excel
Knowledge
- Knowledge of international development
- Understanding and knowledge of the UK/European donor landscape preferred
Experience
- A minimum of 6 years of professional experience in education and/or development fields
- Demonstrated expertise and experience in developing and writing proposals, business plans/cases, concept papers, as well as coordinating multiple inputs from a variety of sources
- Experience of managing relationships in complex organisations with numerous stakeholders
- Success in managing grants in complex organisations with numerous stakeholders desirable
Attributes
- Committed to international development, improving the quality of life and promoting pluralism through education
- Demonstrates equity, transparency, and integrity with high personal and organisational ethical standards; is fair, honest and trustworthy with respect for confidentiality; inspires and builds trust and respect from others; promotes credibility and professional reputation
- Respectful of diversity; sensitive toward others in their context, situation and challenges; pluralistic, open and understanding toward other people’s cultures, values, autonomy, and faiths; demonstrates compassion and empathy; is courteous to others with respect for their background, religion, gender and age
- Committed to acting ethically and upholding safeguarding standards towards all staff, volunteers and beneficiaries of the organisation.
Behaviours
- Communicates clearly and concisely with a broad range of audiences at different levels; ability to expresses complex ideas and concepts in simple terms; listens to the views of others; changes communication styles to meet individual and audience needs; encourages dialogue and effective communication by others
- Builds, maintains, and deepens constructive and effective relationships with stakeholders with a specific focus on AKF’s mission; balances business situations and the art of dealing with people and communities; changes approach to achieve desired results if required
- Has a customer focused orientation to others, is flexible and always puts the good of others at the centre of decision making; optimises respect for others and is dedicated to AKF’s purpose and fulfilling the mission
- Team player, collaborates effectively to create a culture of knowledge sharing and team learning to strengthen business performance
- Acknowledges creativity, has the desire to understand and use new innovations (including technology); adapts established methods for new uses; is focused on improving systems and processes; open to change; analyses, synthesises and challenges conventional thinking; supports the development of communities of practice
- Enterprising attitude that is quick to seek alternative solutions to needs or problems; demonstrable ability to foster a healthy organisational culture of teamwork and collaboration; creates and participates in communities of practice to establish networks of problem solving and organisational learning
Application Details:
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
- Must include CV and a supporting statement that outlines why you want the role, why you want to work for AKF(UK) and how your experiences and skills to date make you the most suitable applicant for the role.
- Closing date: 16th April 2024
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Salary: £74,000-£76,000
Location: London
Job Type: Freelance - 12 month FTC
Senior Partnership professional with extensive experience of reaching specialist audiences via partners & third parties
THE COMPANY
My client is a not-for-profit organisation. Operating like a start-up company you will be joining a highly motivated marketing team and be part of one of the UK's biggest campaigns in the environmental sector.
THE ROLE
As Head of Partnerships (for specialist audiences) you will lead the strategy for engaging customers in vulnerable circumstances using third parties. You will:
- create the partnership strategy based on insight and data
- identify key strategic partners nationally and regionally and ensure delivery via national, regional and local organisations
- lead on the delivery of omni-channel campaigns
- work closely with the insights team on tracking the success of the partnerships
- manage a team of highly experienced partnership managers
YOU
As the successful candidate for the Head of Partnerships (for specialist audiences) you MUST have:
- an extensive track record of developing, managing and evaluating partnership strategies that reach specialist and vulnerable audiences
- a successful track record of managing complex, high value programmes within tight deadlines and budgets
- in depth experience of managing agencies to develop marketing campaigns aimed at specialist audiences
- outstanding stakeholder management skills.
If you can tick all the above, we'd like to hear from you NOW!
Salary: £74,000-£76,000
Location: London
Job Type: Freelance - 12 month FTC
NB: You must be eligible to work in the UK
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Job Purpose and Background Summary
Half of CDP’s income comes through philanthropic and statutory funding. In the first half of 2024, we have an ambitious pipeline of institutional tenders and proposals to deliver on, and we are looking to appoint an additional fixed-term Senior Development Manager to help us deliver on this pipeline and secure funding for our mission. As a Senior Development Manager in CDP’s fast growing Institutional Funding team, you will work with colleagues to conceptualize and develop winning tenders and proposals that will fund cutting-edge work to mitigate climate change and reverse biodiversity loss.
This is a fixed-term role for six months. We are looking to appoint as soon as possible and will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis.
About CDP
CDP is a not-for-profit charity that runs the global disclosure system for investors, companies, cities, states and regions to manage their environmental impacts. The world’s economy looks to CDP as the gold standard of environmental reporting with the richest and most comprehensive dataset on corporate and city action. In 2021 we launched our new five-year strategy: Accelerating the Rate of Change - find out more here.
CDP’s cascading global impact is powered by our tight-knit team of smart, savvy, curious and committed individuals, who share a common passion for creating a sustainable future. It is our people who make our work possible. And we provide our people with a working environment that empowers each individual to reach their full potential: one that is committed to equity; one that provides equal access for growth and development; and one that supports each individual throughout the full employee life cycle.
About the Institutional Funding Team
Our seven-member team leads all aspects of pre-award project management, from opportunity prospecting through to contract signature. We already have a strong track-record delivering annual seven-figure income targets. We now plan to triple our income in the coming years, working with stakeholders including the governments of the United States, Germany, the UK, Norway, the Netherlands, and the European Union, as well as the Global Environment Facility, the United Nations and development finance institutions such as the African and Asian Development Banks.
Key responsibilities include:
- Rapidly develop a working knowledge of CDP’s work, liaising with colleagues to prepare and present high-quality information such as tailored presentations and proposals for donors.
- Lead or supervise the development of institutional funding tenders and proposals, working with colleagues from technical, finance, compliance and monitoring and evaluation departments. In this period, this will specifically include several grant and commercial contract funding opportunities with the UK, US and German governments, and the European Commission.
- Generate and identify funding leads to contribute to the global institutional funding pipeline.
- Work with other development teams, including Philanthropy and Grants Management to develop and implement efficient, effective processes to improve ways of working between teams.
You will have the following skills and experience:
Essential criteria:
- Ability to hit the ground running, rapidly becoming familiar with organization’s processes, writing style, and strategy.
- Proven ability to lead complex, high value tenders or proposals to institutional donors such as USAID, the European Commission, the FCDO, BMZ or others.
- Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams to develop thematic results frameworks and theories of change aligned with institutional donor strategies and practices.
- Experience establishing and managing donor relationships, including research, analysis, engagement, presentation, and influence skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, able to represent CDP’s interests in donor and partner negotiations and persuade stakeholders of the importance of our mission.
- Organized and methodical approach to plan and deliver against a varied workload, managing competing priorities under your own initiative and to strict deadlines.
Desirable criteria
- In-depth experience working with one of the following: US Government (international or domestic); German Government; European Commission; or UK Government commercial con-tracts
- Experience raising institutional funding for work in the fields of climate change mitigation, deforestation, water security, environment and biodiversity, capital markets, trade, data or economic development.
- Experience leading commercial tenders, impact bonds, blended finance and other innovative and complex funding proposals.
- Proven track record of securing grant or contract income at the seven-figure level.
- Experience developing and implementing income generation strategies and performing against financial targets.
- Fluency in a second language other than English (German would be particularly useful)
This is a full-time, fixed-term role based at one of CDP’s offices, reporting to the Head of Institutional Funding. Part-time applications will be considered. Applicants based in the Asia/Pacific Region are particularly encouraged to apply.
Salary and benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package, including generous non-contributory pension provision, Employee Assistance Programme, life assurance, Training and development, flexible working opportunities as well as hybrid working and other benefits. Final offer amount depend on multiple factors such as candidates experience and expertise, geographic location, total compensation, and market data.
Interested applicants must be eligible to work legally in the one of CDP’s office locations. We cannot sponsor this role.
Before you apply
We’ll only use the information you provide to process your application. For more details on how we use your information, see our applicants privacy notice. By emailing us your CV and covering letter, you are permitting CDP to use the information you have provided for recruitment purposes.
How to apply:
Please email your CV and a covering letter setting out how you meet the required skills and experience or key responsibilities, which should be no more than two pages, with ‘Senior Development Manager’ followed by your first name and surname in the subject. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis.
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| 37.5 Hours per week, Part time may be considered | YMCA City Gateway Office/Black Country Wide
Are you an experienced regional manager, passionate about early years education and quality assurance? Do you have experience of multi-site operational management or are you looking for the next step in your career? If so, YMCA Black Country Group wants you!
What You'll Do:
• Actively lead a team of Nursery Managers to ensure excellence in early years education, being a visible role model for quality and best practise.
• Serve as the key point of contact for Ofsted, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
• Support Nursery Managers to maximise income working alongside our internal finance team.
• Maintain partnerships with stakeholders to drive business growth and development.
• Adopt the YMCA’s bespoke curriculum and pedagogy, enabling our children and families to belong, contribute and thrive.
What You'll Bring:
• Senior management experience in an early-years setting.
• Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Personal commitment to the Christian faith, and practical expression of that faith in a professional context*
Benefits
The successful applicant will also receive:
· 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
· Cycle to work scheme
· Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
· SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more
· Life Assurance scheme
And much more! Please refer to recruitment pack or job description for full details.
It is a requirement that the successful applicant will complete an enhanced DBS check before taking up the role.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date should we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Therefore, we encourage and support the recruitment, retention and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.
YMCA BCG is a trauma-informed organisation; we recognise and understand the widespread impact of trauma on individuals to shape policies, practices, and culture. We are sensitive and responsive to the needs of those who have endured trauma to prevent its recurrence among clients and staff.
* A Genuine Occupational Requirement in accordance with the Equalities Act 2010
Please read the Job Description / Person Specification before submitting your application. Many thanks for your interest.
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Job Title: Senior Programme Officer (London) National Education Nature Park
Location: Home, hybrid or office based with regular travel across London
Salary: £32,960
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract – March 2025 with possibility of extension
Start Date: May 2024
The RHS is a national charity with a mission to inspire everyone to grow, as it is vital to our wellbeing, the environment and the happiness of us all. We are undergoing an exciting period of development, which includes bringing our work with community volunteers, schools and groups to the heart of what we do.
In 2023 we launched the National Education Nature Park - a Department for Education funded programme empowering young people to take action on the environment as part of new measures designed to put climate change and sustainability at the heart of education. This is a GLA funded role as part of the wider DfE funded programme.
As Senior Programme Officer you will build and access networks that support education settings to connect with nature through the programme, and build skills for engaging and influencing nature on their estate. The Senior Programme Officer will also manage a programme officer to enable a broad range of schools and education settings to participate in the programme. As a regional team you will work to establish widespread, meaningful and sustained engagement with the programme.
Reporting to the Nature Park Senior Programme and Partnerships Manager, you will map schools in the London region to identify priority areas, and connect with senior school leaders across the region to engage them with the programme. You will develop partnerships and networks at a regional level with local authorities, businesses, and organisations in the education and charity sectors to provide additional support for schools and help sustain them on their Nature Park journey. You will work with the central programme team and partnership to build support systems for schools and settings that address barriers to participation, which may involve training and tapping in to existing volunteer networks and running events.
We are looking for a collaborative, creative individual with a passion for plants and the environment; someone who is experienced at partnership development and with a proven track record in project management.
You will work within a multidisciplinary project group including partners and colleagues with specialist scientific and community engagement knowledge and skills. Building and sustaining effective collaboration will be key to success in this role. You will be a confident communicator and listener with excellent planning and organisational skills. The right candidate will share our passion for the benefits of gardening and horticulture in schools and communities.
Details of our great benefits can be found here.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
*About National Education Nature Park
National Education Nature Park is a partnership project led by the Natural History Museum, working alongside the Royal Horticultural Society, the Royal Society, Royal Geographical Society, Learning through Landscapes, Manchester Metropolitan University and additional supporting partners.
The National Education Nature Park engages children, young people and their educators with nature, supporting young people in England to play a driving role in mapping and monitoring biodiversity on their grounds using citizen science and, critically, taking action to enhance it.
From creating pollinator friendly habitats where biodiversity can thrive, to creating planting schemes that support climate resilience. The project will showcase what can be achieved on the Education estate.
The Nature Park will also provide opportunities for young people to take part in community science, identifying local impacts of climate change and biodiversity loss and developing key skills to solve these problems.
Find out more by visiting the RHS Campaign for School Gardening website here .