Based in Edinburgh this organisation promote literacy through reading and writing programmes throughout Scotland.
The role has reports into the CEO and has supervisory responsibility for 6 staff members,
Key responsibilities
- Contributes to the development and delivery of the strategic business plan
- Leads on the development the financial strategy, policy, systems and controls
- Leads on financial planning, budgeting, analysis and reporting to SMT and the Board
- Lead on the charity's people strategy, taking responsibility for all HR related policies and practices, including performance management and staff development
- Lead the delivery of day to day HR services to managers and directors across the organisation through the line management and support of the HR Advisor
- Monitors and delivers compliance with relevant statutory, regulatory, accounting and legal requirements
- Acts as an ambassador, promoting the organisations work and reputation
Experience & skills
- CCAB qualified accountant or equivalent business and financial management experience (e.g. MBA)
- At least 5 years' experience at senior management level in a complex organisation including evidence of creating and delivering organisational strategy and policy
- Experience of leading in specialist professional areas with a proven ability to inspire confidence at all levels of the organisation
- At least 5 years working experience preparing and reporting on statutory and management accounts to Board Level
- Significant experience of taking responsibility a range of corporate services, such as office facilities, IT, HR and property
- Strong relationship building skills with the ability to build and develop relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present at board level
- Considerable team leadership, line management and people development experience
Finance Business Partner (ref: SUS2748)
£35,388 per annum
37.5 hours per week - based in Edinburgh
As a senior member of Sustrans’ finance team, this role ensures that finance and the way we use and think about our money is front and centre of the transformation agenda for the charity, as we move into a new strategic plan period. This role will also work as part of Sustrans’ senior leadership team in Scotland, leading the financial and accountancy support for the c£60m government-funded Scottish active travel programme.
Sustrans Business Partners provide a comprehensive professional accountancy and general financial advisory service to leaders, managers and staff within the areas of the organisation for which they are responsible. Finance is brought out of the back office and an active partnership between finance and operations is created. This includes providing 'real time' financial support and analysis, being a trusted adviser, providing information which enables effective decision making and informing the development of strategic and operational plans.
Educated to degree level or equivalent and part-qualified in Chartered accountancy – ICAEW, CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA – you will have substantial experience in a related position and proven experience of providing finance advice and support to budget holders. You will also have experience of the preparation of budgets and management accounts and in the interpretation of accounts. You will be accurate, organised and methodical, be able to prioritise your workload to meet deadlines whilst using your excellent communications and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships. A knowledge of accounting for charities and a commitment to the promotion of sustainable transport would be an advantage.
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am Monday 28 September 2019. Interviews will take place in Edinburgh on Wednesday 6 November 2019.
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About us
Myeloma UK is the only organisation in the UK dealing exclusively with myeloma – the second most common form of blood cancer. It originates in the bone marrow and currently affects around 17,500 people in the UK. Whilst treatable, myeloma is not yet curable.
Our ultimate goal is to find a cure. We are dedicated to ensuring that patients get access to the right treatment at the right time, and to improving standards of treatment and care through research, education and awareness raising. We also provide a range of information and support services to patients, family and friends to help deal with a diagnosis of myeloma.
About the role
Myeloma UK is working towards fulfilling its five year Fundraising Strategy and the Philanthropy and Partnership Manager pivotal is pivotal to the achievement of this goal. You will be working within the wider Income Generation Team to manage the charity's dynamic philanthropic fundraising program and leading on the management of high level donor events.
The successful applicant will be maintaining and nurturing existing relationships and driving new business opportunities from foundations and major donor prospects as well as providing donors and supporters with first class stewardship ensuring their long-term support.
As a member of the Income Generation department, you will be responsible for the planning and delivery of the fundraising strategy, operational and departmental plans and will contribute towards the planning and delivery of the business’s operational plans and the development of team members
Myeloma UK’s office in in Edinburgh. Remote working from other parts of the UK could be considered if the post holder is also able to maintain a frequent and meaningful presence at the Edinburgh office. Frequent travel across the UK will be required.
About you
This is a unique opportunity to work for a national UK charity in a senior fundraising role. To be successful you will have significant experience of successful trust and major gift fundraising and soliciting five figure gifts from trusts and individuals.
You will have a proven track record of meeting and exceeding challenging budget targets and experience in managing and leading teams to deliver effective staff performance and personal development.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required as well as a high level of attention to detail and expertise in the use of Microsoft Office packages, Raiser’s Edge and web-based technologies.
Interviews will be held on Monday 18 November.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 35 hours a week
Location: Edinburgh
In The Prince's Trust, this role is known as Prince's Trust Executive.
This is restricted to male applicants, as having regard to the nature and context of the work involved, there is an occupational requirement for someone of a specific gender for reasons of privacy and decency.
We are looking for a someone who will support our Young People activity in one of our key areas Central and South East, with flexibility to travel across the region.
You will work directly with young people, volunteers and partners to deliver programmes and activities to support and encourage young people to live, learn and earn. We are looking for individuals who engage in challenges with optimism and resilience, who are adaptive and flexible, ready to embrace change and innovation.
You will be a natural and effective communicator, passionate about delivering excellent customer service and making the right decision for young people. Working as part of a team within a defined geographical area, you will work with clear objectives to 'connect', 'progress' and help 'transform' the lives of young people who need us most.
We would like you to be experienced in providing one to one support and delivering high quality learning and development sessions through a variety of mediums including Adventurous Activities.
To support our delivery requirements across Edinburgh, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from individuals with some of the following:
*A sound understanding of how Outdoor Education can be adjusted and applied in an urban setting
*Good Outdoor group management experience
*A minimum of two NGB qualifications from: Summer Mountain Leader /Walking Group Leader assessed - Rock climbing Instructor/Climbing Wall instructor - Paddle Sport Leader or Instructor - MIAS Level 2 or British cycling Level 2
*Skills or Training evidence in a third adventurous/outdoor activity
*First Aid qualification with outdoor focus and relevant to other qualifications (BASP, REC, etc.)
*D1 driving licence
About The Prince's Trust
We are a youth charity whose mission is to help young people transform their lives by developing the confidence and skills, to live, learn and earn. This year we will support more than 70,000 young people through a range of proven programmes, with three in four achieving a positive outcome!
We have a bold ambition to extend the reach and impact of our work and help one million more young people transform their lives over the next ten years.Our job is to inspire them, support them and release their potential, so that they can thrive and society can prosper.We will focus on innovation, to ensure we adapt and remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.We owe it to ourselves and the young people we serve, to do the best work of our lives and to help give them an increasing stake in our economy and society. They are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us.
To help us realise our vision, we are changing our approach and looking at innovative ways to develop and enhance our ways of working.This has led to the creation of exciting new opportunities across The Prince's Trust at all levels based throughout the United Kingdom.
The Prince's Trust is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of the children and young people we work with. Successful applicants to roles at The Prince's Trust will be subject to criminal vetting checks, and where necessary for the role, a check at an enhanced level will be required.
To apply for this vacancy please go to our website and complete the online application.To help you with the supporting statement section, you may want to download a copy of the Prince's Trust Behavioural Framework.
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