London: £45,270 to £47,270 per annum 

Regional: £42,190 to £44,190 per annum 

Location: Either: Birmingham, Brighton, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds, London or Manchester

Friends of the Earth is a leading environmental NGO, concerned with the protection of the environment. It is the largest grassroots environmental campaigning community in the country, and one of the oldest and largest worldwide. We are in the midst of a climate crisis, and the natural world around us is in decline.

We are looking for Senior Planner to lead our land use planning team. As Senior Planner you will ensure Friends of the Earth has access to high quality land use planning advice and services in support of our aims and objectives. 

This role requires a fully qualified Town Planner with demonstrable experience in town and country planning, infrastructure planning, inquiries and hearings. You will also need excellent knowledge of current planning policy and debates, and a passion for supporting communities in their right to participate in the decisions which affect their local environment.

If you are prepared to get stuck into fighting proposals for environmentally damaging major infrastructure, polluting industries and dirty energy developments - and defending community rights to participation in planning decisions- apply now! 

Closing date: Sunday 11th April 2021 (23:59) 

Interviews: w/c 19th April 2021 

In return we offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and a vibrant organisational culture. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and are especially keen to encourage applications from people currently under-represented in the environment movement. 

Friends of the Earth is an international community dedicated to protecting the natural world and the wellbeing of everyone in it. We lead campaigns, provide resources and information, and drive real solutions to the environmental problems facing us all. 

JOB SUMMARY:

We are searching for AN EXCEPTIONAL INDIVIDUAL, experienced in managing the day-to-day aspects of a business/charity.  This is a unique and exciting opportunity for the right person with the prospect of developing and growing the role as the Charity evolves.

You must be someone who thrives on responsibility, has an absolute passion to change our world for the better, and someone who will assistour Chair in delivering The Maggie Oliver Foundation (TMOF) strategic plan and organisational objectives. 

The role is both a development and operational role and the post holder will be a key part of our small but close knit team. You will be our first employee, and will relish this exciting opportunity to help shape the development and growth of our visionary charity.  

You will share responsibility for creating and implementing effective and efficient systems and processes to ensure the development and smooth running of the charity, and you will work very closely with our Support Services Manager to deliver services and strategy to a high standard.

You will act as an ambassador for The Foundation nurturing existing key relationships, but you will also drive progress with the same determination and compassion demonstrated in our operational delivery. 

As part of a small team you must demonstrate a roll up your sleeves attitude and be solutions focused in your approach. 

This is a rewarding and fast paced role within a growing team, offering significant opportunities for a talented, caring but ambitious individual.

UNDERLYING VALUES:

The Maggie Oliver Foundation is underpinned by the passion of its founder to support victims of childhood sexual abuse and to ensure the criminal justice system is fit for purpose in supporting them to achieve the justice they deserve. 

We believe being passionate means having the desire to nurture, facilitate and empower survivors to transform the pain of their experience into the power of living fulfilled and successful lives.This is demonstrated through our values:

• Listening to survivors of abuse with empathy, kindness, compassion, honesty, integrity, trust and human decency.

• Provision of support that is consistent and personal – focussed on the needs of the individual. 

• Collaborative working with individuals and organisations working towards a similar vision. 

Working in a way which is Inclusive of all faiths and backgrounds.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Business Development & Fundraising 

1. To work with the Chair to identify and resource opportunities for further growth of TMOF and drive that growth.

2. To take a lead in identifying and applying for potential funding with grant and philanthropic funders.

3. To manage growth and source business development and fundraising opportunities.

4. To assist our Support Services Manager in developing operational processes to be effective, efficient and sustainable for the long term. 

5. To build strong relationships with a range of potential funders and partners.

6. To co-ordinate drafting of funding proposals including data collection, statistical analysis and performance information, collaborating with the Operations Manager in order to do so.

7. To develop opportunities to identify and cultivate fundraising opportunities.

8. To keep abreast of and coordinate relevant programmes delivered by TMOF in order to maximise opportunities. 

9. To work with our team of volunteers who are central to the day to day work of the Foundation, actively involving and motivating them in developing and implementing fundraising ideas and opportunities .

Corporate Administration

1. To develop and update annual project plans in line with the Strategic Plan, ensuring clear deadlines and monitoring of progress against milestones.

2. To work closely with the Operations Manager in planning and delivering our strategic plan.

3. To be skilled and effective with the written word, and capable of writing complex reports and media releases where necessary.

4. To coordinate, measure and present data in an accessible format as and when required.

5. To provide support and information to the Chair and Trustees through regular reports and briefings.

6. To create and design questionnaires, surveys and data as required to evidence performance and show why TMOF and our services are needed.

7. To develop effective virtual office systems using technology to ensure minimum administration and maximum efficiency.

8. To  work with our IT Trustee to ensure effective IT systems are in place across The Foundation.

9. To liaise with our Policies Trustee to ensure policies, procedures and protocols are in place and compliant with best practice and employment legislation.

10. To help ensure that The Foundation has the right management systems and structures in place to carry out its work effectively, accountably and safely, and that professional standards are met.

11. To support the Trustees in ensuring the charitable purposes of TMOF are followed and that it delivers the charitable benefits set out in our Strategic Plan.

Finance 

1. To work with the Bid Writing and Finance Trustees to prepare annual budgets and monitor spend throughout the year.

2. To produce financial reports and analyse new business activity.

3. To explore and source opportunities for TMOF to receive funding/equipment available for our charity.

4. To ensure the sound financial management of TMOF budget.

5. To provide financial information to support funding applications/bids.

Leadership 

1. To support the Chair and Trustees to ensure TMOF is a well-run organisation where colleagues feel valued and able to work effectively.

2. To help ensure the structure provides clear lines of accountability and responsibility across the team which foster and maintain effective working relationships for The Foundation.

Communication

1. To help ensure that TMOF’s values are lived day-to-day, and the potential for sharing and learning is maximised across the organisation.

2. To ensure that the profile of TMOF is raised at every opportunity and that examples of good practice are recorded and shared with the widest possible audience.

3. To develop and implement an integrated communications and media strategy, raising TMOF presence and profile in an engaging way.

Governance and legal 

4. To support the Trustees to ensure The Foundation fulfils its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities.

5. To ensure all areas of management and operational policy are compliant with the law, effective and based on best practice – including but not limited to HR policies, privacy, data protection, safeguarding, risk, incident reporting, accounting and regulation.

6. To maintain the organisations risk register and make The Chair andTrustees aware of risks and changes which affect the organisation.

7. Inform and work with the Trustees to mitigate, manage or oversee actions, providing regular reports as required.

Other 

1. The post-holder will occasionally need to travel as required.

2. In order to fulfil their duties effectively, the post holder requires a full, clean driving license and access to a vehicle, computer and phone.

3. The hours are flexible and the position is remote, and there is a requirement to sometimes work out of office hours.

4. The post holder will be committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and will be required to carry out a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

Essential

Degree level qualification or equivalent experience gained in business and financial administration, and an in depth knowledge of business planning and administration.

Experience of charity bid writing  & proven track record of securing funding in a tough financial climate.

Experience of working across sectors and understand the value and uniqueness of the third sector.

Experience of developing partnerships and working collaboratively with other organisations.

Financial acumen including experience of managing budgets and interpreting and analysing financial information.

Implementation planning skills including the ability to use online platforms.

A good understanding of the issues facing survivors of sexual abuse, the criminal justice system and relevant national strategies.

Desirable

Experience of driving success in the charity sector.

Skills and abilities

First class IT skills, experience of using Microsoft office, knowledge and experience of Customer Relations Management systems and the ability to interrogate and present data are essential.

Understanding of funding streams, public sector commissioning and relationships with voluntary/community sector providers.

Ability to inspire and motivate unpaid staff when required.

Excellent organisational skills, process driven and the ability to think logically and clearly.

Ability to deal with multiple tasks, sensitivities and challenges at the same time, and a track record of driving quality and innovation.

Confident and well presented

Knowledge of data protection legislation, information governance and GDPR.

Excellent all-round communication and influencing skills.

Knowledge and ability to run the back office of a busy charity, ensuring The Foundation is compliant with all regulatory and statutory obligations.

Effectiveness in providing timely business support to the Chair and Trustees.

Ability to work in a solution focused way and to challenge effectively.

Attributes & Strengths

Commitment to the aims and passion statement of TMOF and able to demonstrate that your personal work ethic mirrors the values of TMOF.

A real PASSION about making a difference in the lives of those who have been affected by childhood sexual abuse and a good understanding of the issues facing survivors of sexual violence, the criminal justice system and national strategies and initiatives.

Good understanding of the regulations governing charities.

Warm, approachable, energetic, confident, outgoing, creative, empathetic, determined, ambitious, flexible, resilient, discreet, organised and professional.

A self-starter: someone committed, tough, results-oriented and focused working alone as well as in a team.

Confidence in presenting information and contributing influentially to meetings.

A capacity to be flexible and innovative in the changing circumstances of a small but wide-reaching charity.

Personal drive, energy, integrity, adaptability, commitment and responsibility.

Circumstances

Essential

Commitment to support TMOF passion statement and core values.

Flexible working, full driving licence and access to a car, laptop and phone.

You are able to obtain a DBS certification upon appointment.

Diversity

Demonstrate the ability to effectively work with people regardless of their ethnic, cultural, social backgrounds, their gender, age, religious belief, disability and sexual orientation.

Demonstrate a good understanding of the culture and socio-economic challenges facing the UK, a passion for the power of networks and community, and can relate to and build relationships with people from all backgrounds.

Manchester International Festival (MIF) invites great artists from across the globe to create extraordinary new work for the Festival, which is staged every two years at venues and found spaces across Manchester. Our future home is The Factory, a world-class cultural space being built in the heart of the city, where we’ll present a year-round programme and artists will be able to develop work of huge ambition and scale that they might not be able to anywhere else.

The Engagement Manager creates opportunities for residents across Greater Manchester to collaborate alongside some of the world’s leading artists in some of our flagship commissions, which can range from large scale dance activities to in depth projects that involve making and creating with people. Central to the role is ensuring all participants have a high quality, positive and memorable experience.

Closing date 14 March 2021

Interviews will take place w/c 25 March 2021
With second interviews on w/c 31 March 2021

The role will require the post holder to be based remotely initially in-line with government guidelines, however we expect the post holder to be based in Manchester nearer to the delivery of MIF '21.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Building Manager to join our Property Team on a Maternity cover basis.

As our Senior Building Manager, you will cover day-to-day management of our properties in the North of England and manage a team of three building managers in London, Birmingham and Glasgow. You will support our colleagues based in delivery centres across the UK, so being able to commit to UK wide travel (when restrictions ease), will be required. Our sites are very busy, and we have an active portfolio development strategy. You will be working with a range of stakeholders at the Trust to ensure we can support our staff, partners and young people. 

We would like to see an application from you for this exciting role if you have a good background in hands-on property and facilities management.

For more information, please go to the job description. (This will open in a new window)

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Why we need Senior Building Managers:

Last year, we helped more than 70,000 young people, with three in four young people on our programmes, move into work, education or training. 

The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. Our job is to inspire and support young people, to help them reach their potential so that they can thrive and society can prosper.

We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us.

Perks for working at The Trust:

• Great holiday package! 30 days of annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, you can work hours to fit in with, school hours or care arrangements for example and you can also work from home.
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The Prince’s Trust Awards, active events etc.
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)

Here at The Prince's Trust, we're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives is the right thing to do.

We’re a Stonewall Diversity Champion and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by PT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), PT NOW (Network of Women), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and Pulse (LGBT Network). For more information, click here.

The Prince's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Req ID: 706

Community Arts North West (CAN), is a long established Manchester-based arts organisation, Manchester City Council Cultural Partner and Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation. CAN is at the cutting edge of contemporary, inter-cultural arts practice and has been a leader in the field of participatory arts since 1978.We have a particular expertise and interest in arts & migration.  We build deep, long-lasting connections with communities across Greater Manchester, developing unique, creative projects with people whose voices are not normally heard in the mainstream. 

We’re now looking to recruit a Senior Administrator.

This post will work closely with CAN’s Executive Director to ensure the smooth running of many aspects of the company’s business.

This post involves responsibility for:

• Company Reporting: You will lead on company reporting to CAN’s core funders.
• Governance: You will support the administration of CAN’s Governance responsibilities.
• Office management: You will manage the CAN Office.
• Company administration: You will manage and implement CAN’s administration systems and responsibilities.
• CAN databases: You will manage CAN’s monitoring database and email marketing database, and implement their use.
• Executive Support: You will support the executive function of the organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly-organised individual with excellent attention to detail. Based in our Manchester city-centre office, you will play an important role supporting our organisation, and get to see first-hand how we put our commitment to community arts into practice, whilst running a professional and forward-thinking company.

This is a two-year contract. In the longer term, the company hopes to make this post permanent, depending on funding.

The opportunity

Are you an experienced health and safety practitioner looking to put their mark on the work of one of the UK's largest charities?

About the role

The British Heart Foundation’s (BHF) organisational strategy theme of ‘Striving for Excellence’ combined with our People Experience aim of ‘Let’s make a safe, healthy and inclusive workplace’ underpins the aims and objectives of the Wellbeing, Safety and Resilience (WSR) team. 

As our Senior Health and Safety Advisor you’ll play a vital part in embedding our cultural change programme by developing and monitoring systems and processes which underpin the BHF’s safety management arrangements. You’ll provide support to all Directorates in the successful implementation of our safety management systems across the BHF. 

Our aim is to make sure work activities and environments are safe, promoting individual wellbeing so that our people feel safe included and enabled to support the fight against cardiovascular disease.

You’ll work closely with our Resilience, Facilities, Projects, Procurement and Operational delivery teams, playing a key role to ensure contractors and suppliers appointed by the BHF are competent and compliant with Health &Safety (H&S) legislation.

Please note this is a home-based positions covering the North. Regular travel will be required in this role, including weekly travel to our office in Leeds and overnight stays across the North.

About you

With detailed knowledge of current health and safety legislation in relation to premises and contractor management you’ll have a qualification in general H&S law and practice to at least NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.

You’ll be a CMIOSH or a Graduate Member of IOSH and actively working towards Chartered Member Status. You'll also have relevant experience and training in relation to Asbestos Legislation and Management of Asbestos in premises.

With excellent knowledge of Facilities Management and legal requirements relating to premises management you’ll hold a Construction Certificate or Fire Safety and Risk Management Certificate.

You’ll have experience within the Retail and/or Charity Sector and will have knowledge and a successful track record of delivery of health and safety management systems within a large organisation.

With previous experience in the management of Fire Risk Assessment programmes you'll have experience developing systems or work involving due diligence evaluation of contractor supplier H&S documentation and approved supplier lists. You will also have previous experience supporting or advising on construction project management prior to or during the construction phase.

 

About us

When people affected by heart and circulatory diseases are in need, they turn to us. With our research we give people hope. With our expert advice and training, we give people knowledge and support. And with our campaigning we help build a healthier world for everyone.

Interview process 

The interview process will be held over MS Teams.

Senior Support Worker

Are you currently a Support Worker looking to move into a Senior Support Worker position? Are you interested in a career where you will make a real difference to young people’s lives? Do you understand the challenges which young people face in daily life? Maybe a career with our client is for you…

They provide residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or may have experienced previous admissions and/or placement breakdowns. The young people they care for often require a high level of support and dynamic approach to risk management in order to support problems they may have with self-harming, behaviour and emotional regulation. Their aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic, least restrictive approach to live in a non-secure community setting and to achieve their individual goals in preparation for transition to adult life.

They are excited to announce the opening of their new Residential Service based in Heaton, Bolton. This 5-bed service will be supporting the recovery and rehabilitation of young people and young adults with complex mental health difficulties in a least restrictive way. The aim of the service will be to support the young people engage in the community, education, and vocational activities with the aim of promoting independence.

They have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Support Worker, or an experienced Support Worker looking to develop into a senior post. You will support the Deputy and Registered Manager in supervising a team of staff with the aim to help their young people move into independent living in the future.

You will be based within their Residential Home based in Bolton working shifts over a 37.5 hour working week, consisting of earlies, lates and occasional sleep ins & nights when required to support the services, so flexibility is required.

Company Benefits

- Competitive pay (£10.43 p/h + £100 bonus after completing 6-month probation)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (Rising to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with service)
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 3 days)
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Access to their 24-hour Wellbeing Support Portal/ Employee Assistance Programme
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Senior Support Worker

- To carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- To work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- To work alongside the Deputy and Residential Manager to support with the management of staff and smooth running of the home
- To closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- To carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- To promote independence amongst the young people
- To provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- To carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin, etc.)

Requirements of a Senior Support Worker

- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent within Care
- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria

- Full UK Driving Licence
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic, motivated business who thrive in developing and rebuilding young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please submit your application by Friday 26th March.

Please note that interviews will be held over Microsoft Teams as a video interview.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.

Ref: 97337

upReach is an award-winning social mobility charity supporting less-advantaged undergraduates to secure top jobs. We deliver a comprehensive programme of professional development, in partnership with leading employers and universities. upReach works to address the progression gap, supporting students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds to secure graduate jobs after university, aiming to reach its vision of a society in which everyone has the opportunity to reach their full career potential, regardless of social background.

upReach is seeking to hire two new Partnerships Managers, who will support the execution of our Corporate Partnerships strategy and the delivery of sustainable income growth from new and existing partners. One role will focus on growing partnerships within the Technology industry and the other on partnerships within the Investment and Savings industry.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a diverse team of individuals who are passionate about improving social mobility. The successful candidates will demonstrate previous experience of building and managing partnerships.

Key Information 

• Role: Partnership Manager
• Location: London (near London Bridge) or Manchester - initially on a remote basis
• Hours: Full-time 40 hours per week, 9am - 6pm
• Start date: April 2021 - ideally within four weeks from offer
• Duration: Permanent
• Salary: £27,500 to £33,000 per annum, including London weighting if based in London
• Application deadline: 9am on Monday 22nd March Early applications are encouraged, and we may appoint before the deadline

About upReach

Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects? upReach’s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. We help young people from less-advantaged backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment.

Our work is important because right now those from comprehensive schools are 17 times less likely than those from selective schools to secure graduate roles at some top employers. We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities.

In October 2019, upReach won the​ Charity of the Year​ Award (income < £1m) in the prestigious Charity Times Awards, and in May 2020, upReach was announced as the winner of the “Embracing Digital” Charity Governance Award.​ Building on this success, upReach’s current partners include Bank of America, the Civil Service Fast Stream, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey & Company and Slaughter and May. We also partner with universities including Exeter, King’s College London, Liverpool, Warwick and Manchester.

This academic year, over 2000 undergraduates (we call them upReach Associates) are being supported through our unique programme of application support, soft skills workshops, video forums (small group, online seminar-style sessions), mentoring and professional experience. We aim to support 2,500 per year by 2022, while maintaining our personalised approach and expanding the support offered.

upReach is a dynamic place to work. We have invested in class-leading technology to facilitate, deliver and evaluate our programmes. The upReach Graduate Employability Framework (GEF), against which all of our activities are mapped, enables students to understand their employability and plan their learning. We built getEmployable​ to provide all students with a means to measure their employability using the GEF.

Our contextualised grade model, ​REALrating​, is used to better understand academic potential rather than relying on grades alone. We host the ​Student Social Mobility Awards​ held annually at the House of Lords, celebrating outstanding student success, and providing role models which we showcase with our ​aspire​ videos and guide sent to 2,500 state sixth forms.

We are constantly looking to identify new opportunities to have greater impact through growing our existing platforms and exploring new concepts. Our most recent idea, the​ Social Mobility Network​ was launched in January 2021.

To find out more about upReach, visit our ​website​ and read our ​Annual Report.

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Core Responsibilities

Growing the number and value of corporate partnerships:

• Create new partnerships in either the Technology industry or in the Investments and Saving industry, implementing our strategy to grow our impact in these areas.
• Research and develop a pipeline of corporate partners ​to expand the opportunities available for Associates.
• Support growth in our strategically important partnership areas.
• Identify gaps in the market and develop ideas for new sectors, partners and types of partnership.
• Prepare and deliver compelling and evidence-based pitches and presentations.
• Maintain the organisation’s presence in the social mobility sector through thought leadership articles, webinars, newsletters and networking at relevant events.

Managing and developing existing partnerships:

• Take on management for some of upReach’s portfolio of existing partners, stewarding relationships to ensure the partnerships remain strong and mutually beneficial.
• Further develop existing partnerships and identify new opportunities to deliver greater and more diverse income.
• Ensuring all outputs are delivered effectively and on time, in collaboration with the Delivery & Sector Managers and Programme Leaders.
• Execute our partner communication strategy to ensure partners are kept up to date with upReach news and events.
• Collaborate with the other Managers and Programme Leaders to ensure the smooth running of all partnership events and follow through on identifying and communicating impact.

Person Specification

This position would be suited to individuals who are committed to upReach’s mission and have an understanding of, and empathy with, the challenges facing those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

To be successful, candidates should have experience developing partnerships (probably with corporates in the charity sector). You should be able to demonstrate a proven track record in building, developing and owning effective long-term relationships with new and existing partners, and in managing stakeholder relationships at all levels of seniority. The ideal candidate will be proactive, resilient and used to managing competing priorities within a varied workload. They should be flexible and willing to perform varying duties depending on the shifting needs of the charity.

Essential Skills/Experience:

1. A proven track record of building corporate partnerships for a charity
2. Experience in delivering varied and successful proposals and projects
3. Experience in qualifying, scoping, and pricing client/partner projects
4. Experience in pitching to potential new partners
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
6. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload, manage competing demands and deliver to tight deadlines
7. Strong problem solving and negotiation skills
8. University degree (2:1 or higher)*in any discipline, or equivalent experience.
9. Self-motivation and anability to work in a small team as well as independently.
10. Ability to engage and communicate confidently with stakeholders, such as Trustees, beneficiaries, upReach partners and all levels of employees across the organisation.

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

Desirable Skills/Experience:

1. Experience in contract negotiation
2. Knowledge of either the Investment and Savings or the Technology sectors
3. A good understanding of GDPR legislation and regulations
4. Familiarity with Trello and G-Suite

Values & Competencies

upReach upholds the following values: 

• Perseverance
• Integrity
• Advocacy
• Aspiration 
• Proactivity

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

• Problem solving and decision-making
• Effective prioritisation
• Collaboration
• Communication skills
• Project Management skills

Application Process

Please submit a .pdf copy of your CV and covering letter to our Human Resources team for attention of Sam Gill by 9am on Monday 22nd March. Please ensure you explain your motivation for applying to this role, why you are interested in working at upReach, and provide further details on how your experience matches the job description. Please also include in your cover letter which area (Technology/Investment and Savings) you are interested in applying for. Please include ‘Partnership Manager’ in the subject line and indicate where you heard about this vacancy. Early applications are encouraged, and we may appoint before the deadline.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to attend a virtual assessment centre on 25th or 26th March. If you are not available on these dates please let us know in your application.

If you have any questions about the role or application process, please reach out to Sam Gill from our Human Resources team..

Please note: upReach has a responsibility under the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 to ensure that, at the time of starting their employment, successful candidates have permission to work in the UK.

If you have a right to work in the UK, you will be required to bring proof of this to your interview (​by providing your original passport or other right to work documents). If your permission to work in the UK relies on a job offer, please bring written details including evidence of any existing visas or work permits. A photocopy will be taken of your document(s) and stored securely. If you are unsuccessful at the interview the photocopies will be destroyed. Unfortunately, upReach is unable to financially sponsor visas or work permits.

Equal Opportunities

upReach is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexuality, social background or any other protected class. We support workplace diversity and believe it creates dynamic and effective organisations. We are working hard to increase diversity in our team and would particularly welcome applications from BAME candidates.

We are committed to making our roles and culture inclusive. We can make reasonable adjustments throughout the application process and on the job. If you have particular needs or requirements, please get in touch with our Human Resources team.

This new team member will help fulfil the organisation’s vision by bringing together a passion and flair for systems innovation, community building and operational efficiency.  Helping Breathworks keep abreast of technological advancements across all of its operations, you will ensure that we operate in the most efficient and effective way ensuring the greatest return for funders/commissioners and the greatest service for beneficiaries. 

Breathworks gives people who live with pain, stress and illness the tools to lead more fulfilling lives.  Since 2001 we have taught thousands of people to unlock the benefits of mindfulness & compassion practice for themselves, their patients and their communities.

We’re a great organisation to work for. One that values friendship amongst colleagues, personal and professional development, striving for outstanding impacts for our course participants, all whilst helping to make the world a kinder and more mindful place.  

As a key member of the Senior Management Team, this new team member will help fulfil the organisation’s vision by bringing together a passion and flair for systems innovation, community building and operational efficiency.  Helping Breathworks keep abreast of technological advancements across all of its operations, you will ensure that we operate in the most efficient and effective way ensuring the greatest return for funders/commissioners and the greatest service for beneficiaries. 

Over the last 12 months, Breathworks’ online reach has grown exponentially. We are now looking for someone with the passion, creativity and technical acumen to help support and lead the wider team to grow our reach even further. 

Please see the attached job and person spec for more details and how to apply.

Strategy & Development Manager 

Full Time, 37.5 hours per week 

London, Birmingham or Manchester

£32,000 per annum (plus £3,000 London Weighting if applicable) 

Who We Are Looking For

This is an exciting time to be part of Strategy & Development at Ambition Institute and we are currently looking for a motivated and talented professional to join the team as a Strategy & Development Manager on a permanent contract.

The role is responsible for supporting the business development function so that Ambition thoughtfully evaluates and successfully pursues tender opportunities that are aligned to our strategy and mission, and are commercially viable, as well as efficiently and effectively supporting strategy development and implementation across the organisation. 

To be successful in this role you will support organisation-wide implementation of our current strategic plan; conduct market research and analyse data to present insights and make recommendations to the Strategy & Development team and Senior Leadership Team. You will need to effectively build, foster and maintain relationships with teams across the organisation, and work flexibly across the Business Development and Strategy Functions and take on and complete tasks when needed.

For this role we are looking for someone who can support and occasionally lead on the development of new bids, including bid writing, financial modelling, and stakeholder management, as well as support the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of business development opportunities, including pipeline reporting to the Board of Trustees and Committees.

The role can be based in either our London, Manchester and Birmingham office and will report to the Associate Director, Strategy & Development. The role does not have direct reports at this time but may do so in the future. 

Who are Ambition Institute? 

Ambition Institute has one purpose: to help educators serving children from disadvantaged backgrounds to keep getting better. With our new organisation, and more than ten years of collective experience in working with educators at all levels, we believe that exciting opportunities lie ahead. We are a graduate school for educators, and we apply academic rigour to our learning design, drawing on frontline insights from schools into what works in practice. Our programmes leverage the latest evidence from international experts, which means we think carefully about what is taught, how, and in what sequence. We work collaboratively to enable school improvement for the benefit of pupils, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Our Offer 

We are happy to announce that we will be able to offer you: 

• Flexibility on how you work – agreed between you and your line manager 
• A competitive annual leave entitlement of 25 days, plus bank holidays 
• 2 additional annual leave days for 1 day booked during December over the festive period 
• A generous employer pension contribution of 11% (10% pension plus 1% NI rebate) 
• Competitive salary rates
• Access to an interest free season ticket and bike loans, as well as eyecare vouchers 
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters. 
• A robust learning and development offer that ensures your continuous professional development 

How to Apply 

All applications must be received by the closing date, midnight on Sunday, 14th March 2021. Interviews will be held in the week beginning 15th March 2021. 

To apply for this role, or any of our other vacancies or for any questions or queries please visit our website. 

Equality and diversity matter to us. If you think you’d be suited to one of our roles we’d love to hear from you regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexuality. 

Do you want to work for a dynamic, creative, fast-paced charity? 

At Action Together we see the amazing things people achieve when they work together to make the lives of others better. We connect people, charities, public agencies and businesses who want to do good stuff, help them to find the money they need and provide the practical support to get things going and keep them going.

If you share our values; believe its possible; strengthen others and be true, we’d love you to consider joining our team.

Action Together are recruiting and Operations Manager to join the Oldham locality team. As a senior member of the team, you will be responsible for the effective delivery of our ‘core’ infrastructure services. You will work closely with the Strategic Locality Lead to ensure we deliver a high quality of service to the local VCFSE sector, are responsive and adaptive to changes and are delivering against our commitments and values.

The ideal candidate for this role will be a highly skilled operational manager who will develop and strengthen the support that Action Together delivers in the locality. We are looking for someone with values-based leadership, exceptional communication, people and project management skills to help us to achieve our charitable objectives.

Salary: PO2 SP 29-32 (£32,910-£35,745)

Hours: 36 per week

Contract: Permanent

Location: Oldham/Homeworking

The closing date for applications is 23rd March 2021.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 30th March and Wednesday 31st March

The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. 
 
We work in two ways – directly with individuals to transform their lives, and with governments and partners to make a bigger difference for the longer term, creating benefit for millions of people all over the world. We help young people to gain the skills, confidence and connections they are looking for to realise their potential and to participate in strong and inclusive communities. We support them to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. Our work in arts and culture stimulates creative expression and exchange and nurtures creative enterprise. We connect the best of the UK with the world and the best of the world with the UK. 
 
These connections lead to an understanding of each other's strengths and of the challenges and values that we share. This builds trust between people in the UK and other nations which endures even when official relations may be strained. We work on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2019-20 we connected with 80 million people directly and with 791 million overall, including online and through our broadcasts and publications.

THE CONTEXT

The Cultural Engagement Business unit has a portfolio of programmes and projects delivered across the British Council’s entire global network of 110 countries including the UK.It covers the following sectors:
•  Arts – visual arts; drama and dance; architecture, design and fashion; creative economy; cultural skills, culture and development; film; literature; music
•  Education – schools, skills and vocational education, higher education, science and research
•  Society – civil society and young people; social enterprise; justice security and stability; gender and inclusion

Cultural Engagement has a significant size portfolio of client-funded contracts from various HMG departments and the EU requiring a global approach to safeguarding implementation to client standards.  There is high profile reporting to these clients that needs to be globally coordinated and delivered through the Head of Safeguarding to manage our reputation.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an exciting opportunity to assist with the implementation of a new safeguarding framework across all Cultural Engagement programme delivery in line with the global Safeguarding strategy and policies. This role has been specifically created to support the Cultural Engagement Business Unit of the British Council one of two business units in the British Council.

There is already a foundation of good practice in relation to child protection in cultural engagement programmes, however, with a recent move by the British Council towards a more proactive wider safeguarding approach which includes adults at risk there is significant work to do to do in this area in partnership with the global safeguarding team.  

 Duties will include:

• Manage and ensure comprehensive implementation of the safeguarding framework across all Cultural Engagement programmes and projects aligned to the global safeguarding policy, strategy
• Create safeguarding tools and resources specifically for Cultural Engagement in partnership with the global safeguarding team to assist with risk identification, management and mitigation
• Provide safeguarding advice, consultation and support to all Cultural Engagement programmes/delivery, projects and events, including the provision of specialist advice and support as required to embed safeguarding 
• Support and advise the regional/country/global safeguarding leads as required in relation to Cultural Engagement activity and safeguarding risk management. 
• Create and share safeguarding data reports and analysis of incidents and cases relating to concerns/issues within this business area to Cultural Engagement leadership team
• Raise awareness of the new and increased safeguarding risk to programmes
• Update the Cultural Engagement framework of support and guidance for programme managers and all staff

 

ABOUT YOU

• Experience of working in an international development/humanitarian context within in an international organization
• A sound and demonstrable knowledge of child protection/safeguarding service delivery within international settings
• Experience of delivering effective safeguarding engagement and learning initiatives
• Demonstrate an understanding and in-depth knowledge of the global safeguarding agenda
• Experience of project management within an international context
• Have extensive experience of safeguarding risk management including safeguarding case management

Role Specific Skills            l

• Partnership working across varied stakeholders
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Data analysis, report writing and supporting the work of senior managers within a safeguarding setting
• International service delivery – within a safeguarding/child protection setting
• Networking and relationship building
• Supporting new service delivery
• Ability to be flexible and to work with all levels of seniority both internally and externally
   

What you will receive:
Outstanding Civil Service Pension Scheme
32 Days Holiday
Annual Travel Season Ticket Loan
Annual Performance related bonus
London weighting £3,300

Pay Band  8
Contract type: IndefinitieContract
Location:  Manchester, London, Belfast,Cardiff and Edinburgh

One Million Mentors’ aim is to ensure that every young person in the country has access to a trained mentor as they transition into adulthood. We believe that facilitating and investing in mentors will help to address the skills gap agenda and improve social cohesion.

The Greater Manchester Regional Manager role is a great opportunity for someone based in Greater Manchester with an interest in the youth sector and mentoring. They will be responsible for the programme delivery in the Manchester area, laying the foundations for strong mentor relationships by matching mentees with mentors who have similar goals and interests,  being an effective face for One Million Mentors in the region, fundraising and leading the expansion of 1MM across Greater Manchester, establishing key partnerships with local employers.

For full information about the role (including complete job description; frequency of work and rate of pay), please see our job pack attached.

Application is made by submitting a CV and personalised Cover Letter: - CV should be tailored to demonstrate how you meet the competencies - Cover Letter should refer to two competencies where you are particularly strong. The Cover Letter should also detail why you are interested in the role, why you want to work for One Million Mentors, and how your values match those of our own. The Cover letter should be no more than 2 pages of A4. We will not be accepting applications without a Cover Letter.

Do you care about privacy and transparency?

Are you interested in regulation of data and digital technology?

Do you have experience in stakeholder relationship management?

There has never been a more important or exciting time in data protection. The ICO is at the heart of so many issues of national importance from how our information is used to tackle COVID-19, influence our voting to increased surveillance of the public as we go about our everyday lives. These are exciting and challenging times for information rights.

We have a crucial role of Group Manager – Relationship Management Service which will shape how the ICO manages relationships with its’ stakeholders to ensure compliance with data protection legislation.

About the role

The Group Manager in the Relationship Management Service will be responsible for ensuring that the ICO builds positive working relationships with its stakeholders to ensure that the ICO can deliver its regulatory responsibilities. The role’s responsibilities will include:

• Leadership of the ICO relationship management team, at a time of change, making your mark on how it delivers its relationship management service.
• Leading engagement with key stakeholders across a wide variety of sectors to ensure they live up to their compliance obligations and the ICO is influential as they develop their business or organisations objectives.
• Leading the coordination of complex stakeholder relationships with large organisations that interact across the ICO.
• Acting as a point of expertise across the ICO to support others in developing their relationships with stakeholders.
• Devising stakeholder strategies and leading stakeholder relationships to ensure that the ICO’s work has impact
• Leading the team to build and maintain positive internal and external relationships.
• Briefing senior staff for meetings and public events; Participating on behalf of the Commissioner/ICO at meetings and events

About you

You will have a degree, professional qualification or equivalent experience, with an interest in information rights law and regulation.

You will be comfortable communicating confidently and concisely, with diverse audiences.

You will have experience developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

You will have experience dealing with multiple priorities and delivering projects to time.

Excellent analytical skills will be a key part of your skill set with experience of interpreting and applying complex legislation to particular situations and the ability to engage in debate about these issues.

You should have a good knowledge of the regulatory environment the ICO operates in and be able to apply this to many different sectors. 

Closing date 23:59, Sunday 14 March 2021

Please visit the ICO website to apply online

Interviews expected to be held via Microsoft Teams the week commencing 29 March 2021.
 

About the ICO

The ICO is the UK’s independent authority set up to uphold information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and data privacy for individuals. 

The ICO’s work is interesting and immensely rewarding – it is of national importance and increasingly in the public eye.  We are at the forefront of information rights policy development, providing direct advice to the public, and enforcing the UK’s data protection and freedom of information laws. We hold a unique position as a regulator across the whole of the private, public and third sectors.