Manchester International Festival (MIF) is the world’s first festival of original, new work and special events, staged every two years. From 2021, as well as producing a biennial festival, we will also run The Factory, a new state of the art building and producing organisation in the heart of Manchester.

The Production Manager is responsible for the delivery of technical production of Festival, The Factory and Touring Commissions and events.

Additionally, the Production Manager will support the Head of Production and Technical Director on the transition of the Technical Department as it moves from delivering a biennial festival to operating the year-round venue operation in The Factory.

Responsibilities:

- Working with Artists and Producers to facilitate the creation of and building of set, props, costumes and hire of lighting, sound, AV or other technical equipment. This will include liaising with the relevant technical teams within Factory and workshops, suppliers and working with temporary venues, as necessary

− Managing the technical budget for specified commissions in close consultation with MIF Producers and Head of Production

− Recruiting Technical personnel as required to rehearse, fit-up, run and get out and store the specified production all within the show budget within Factory or any external venues

− Establishing production schedules for specified projects and communicating the content of those schedules effectively to all relevant parties

– This includes keeping all relevant schedules up to date − Attending workshops and rehearsals for specific commissions as required and being present for fit ups, technical dress rehearsals and performances. There may be additional days working away from home on touring shows or site visits to other venues and countries

− Drafting of risk assessments, method statements and event plans for the specific productions. This will involve ensuring that the production is delivered with proper regard for the safety of the artists, technical staff, other people working within the venue and public and that all current Health and Safety legislation and regulations are fully observed

− Making sure that all set elements and props are properly fireproofed and conform to BS476 PT 7 and are appropriate to be presented in international venues

− In the event that specific Productions are filmed for broadcast, overseeing any elements of such filming in so far as it impacts of the original Production.

− Preparing and delivering full production bibles for ongoing performances of the Factory and MIF productions which will include all information covering all technical aspects relevant to the restaging of the productions. This is to include set plans, prop lists, consumables, sound, lighting and video plots, costume bible, wig and make up bible and prompt copy

Closing date 23 March 2020, 5pm.

Interviews will take place on date 07 April 2020

Manchester International Festival operate an online application process. However, if you have any specific accessibility requirements (such as printed forms/Job Packs) please contact the Festival Office.

MIF are happy to make reasonable adjustments where possible.

Dementia Connect Local Services Manager

Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.

Position: Dementia Connect Local Services Manager
Location: Flexible across the Area boundaries in Greater Manchester
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £31,982 to £34,925 per annum, depending on skills and experience

Closing date: 5 March 2020
Interview date: w/c 16 March 2020 and w/c 29 March 2020

About the role:

As a Dementia Connect Local Services Manger you will provide local operational leadership and management of local services in the North West and Northern Ireland area supporting the Area Manager to deliver Alzheimer’s Society’s New Deal on Dementia Strategy. You will lead the local delivery of our new and innovative Dementia Connect service, ensuring that the service is high quality, person-centred, safe and people affected by dementia are at the heart of service delivery.

The Dementia Connect Local Services Manager will report to the Area Manager and will be a member of the Area Management Team. They will line manage Dementia Advisers, Side by Side (SBS) Coordinators and other roles as locally appropriate.

Our people are our greatest asset and it is only through our people that we will achieve our strategy, therefore we are looking for someone who can truly role model our managers charter to ensure we get the best from our people.

About you:

As a Dementia Connect Local Services Manager you will be someone who can demonstrate the ability to influence and manage relationships with external stakeholders to take forward our new dementia connect service. We are looking for someone who has experience in influencing key roles in the Health and Social Care sector in order to ensure we are the go to provider for dementia services and deliver quality services in line with our wider strategic needs.

You will have experience as a great people manager, having led teams to enable them to deliver high performance outcomes and work collaboratively to provide an excellent service. We want someone who role models our values and behaviours in all they do, who can work effectively with internal teams to achieve mutual outcomes. You should have experience of successfully managing change from start to end and will need to be highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities.

You will need to have NVQ level 4 or equivalent qualifications and experience in the Health and Social Care sector.

To be successful in this job you will have a positive and proactive attitude to challenging situations and problem solving, using a collaborative and engaging approach with your team.

You may have experience of the following: Service Manager, Services Manager, Registered Manager, Care Manager, Care Management, Dementia Services, Dementia Support, Charity, Charities, NFP, Not for Profit, Third Sector, etc.

Mustard Tree aims to combat poverty and create life transforming opportunities for people who are homeless, or are at risk of becoming homeless.

Role Purpose
Working directly to the CEO, leading the services functions within Mustard Tree. This includes managing the Crisis provision, Freedom team and voucher schemes including Food Club. Represent the values of the charity both internally and externally, contributing to the Management team and overall development of the charity.

What you will be doing: Job Description

Referrals and Partnerships

• Develop an understanding of beneficiary numbers and needs and reflect these in the support services provided by the Mustard Tree through an integrated approach

• Manage referrals from incoming agencies including job centres, GPs, social care, work programme, mental health, drug and alcohol teams, churches

• Build relationships with external statutory and 3rd sector agencies to encourage referrals and signposting

Managing Services

• Manage the ‘Welcome’ function of the charity including reception and enquiries in line with our values and for all volunteers, guests and partners

• Manage the crisis provision within the charity for rough sleepers, asylum seekers and people in need including 121 support, help with finding emergency accommodation, action planning, provision of food and clothing and referrals to other agencies

• Manage the voucher plus schemes within the Mustard Tree including people on benefits, new tenancies and evaluate how we can best support people on low/minimum wage including decisions on gifting

• Manage the Freedom support team including referrals, assessments, 121s, safeguarding, incident management, work placements, Next Steps planning and exit strategies

• Work to budgets and manage day to day finances including petty cash, Freedom Volunteer expenses and the Freedom crisis fund.

Development of People

• Line manage all Freedom and support services staff, ensuring they are appropriately trained in order to carry out their duties within the charity

• Manage the Freedom team to support the Freedom trainees in the realisation of personal progression goals including induction and training.

• Maintain positive relationships with other Mustard Tree managers and providing occasional cover if required

Reporting and Outcomes

• Promote Mustard Tree values and develop suggestion boxes, monthly service user meetings and proactively communicate updates to the rest of Mustard Tree.

• Provide outcome monitoring for all Freedom trainees, Crisis provision, Voucher plus schemes, Reception, Helpdesk and other services as required using our database and reporting mechanisms.

• Work with the fundraising team and CEO to embed new services provision in line with funding received and provide tailored contract reporting information

Health and Safety

• Fulfil role of Safeguarding Officer (along with CEO and other managers) and provide guidance for the rest of the charity

• Manage the health and safety requirements of the support services including risk assessments, lone working policy, staff wellbeing and incident management

• Manage an effective signing in and out process and weekly rota for trainees

General Work duties:

• Support Freedom trainees to develop skills and behaviours and feel part of the community

• Work within health & safety guidelines and Mustard Tree policies and procedures

• Supporting other staff and departments and provide practical relief cover for work-streams

• Take responsibility for professional development, attending training courses as required

• Leading by example, embodying Mustard Tree values and represent the charity as required

• Contribute towards being an environmentally responsible organisation as part of day to day activities

  including recycling and supporting ‘paper-lite’ practices

• Other tasks and duties relevant to the role as required by the organisation

What we are looking for: Person Specification

Essential:

1. Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in front line roles within 3rd sector/charity or similar

2. Experience of delivering a person-centred approach when supporting people with welfare issues

3. Ability to build relationships, develop external partnerships and represent an organisation positively

4. Good verbal and written communication skills including presentation and report writing

5. IT literacy including Microsoft word and excel and good administration skills

6. Knowledge of health and safety regulations, safeguarding, incident management and governance

Desirable:

7. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a management role

8. Experience of working with and managing volunteers

9. Social Care / Community / business Level 3 qualification or a university level degree

Back on Track is an independent charity and we run a learning centre in Manchester.  We work with people who experience disadvantage in our region and enable them to make positive changes that last.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and positive management team.  We are looking for an experienced, resilient and dynamic contract manager who has the ability to build strong relationships with existing and new partner organisations and across sectors. 

A large part of our work relates to the criminal justice sector and working with people experiencing multiple disadvantage. Ideally you would have experience relevant to this as well as contract management experience. 

Job purpose

To manage existing contracts and team members, and contribute to the overall running of organisation.

To develop new partnerships and opportunities in key sectors such as criminal justice, health, work and skills and build effective relationships within the business community

Main place of work:

Swan Buildings, Manchester. The post holder will also be expected to visit other venues in Greater Manchester.

Closing date:

Midday on Monday 9th March 2020

To apply please download a job pack and application form from our website

(CVs not accepted):

This is a new role within the organisation to help us drive forward our ambitions around becoming a world-leader in sustainable environmental management, ensuring our sustainable aims sit at the heart of everything we do.  We are committed to supporting an ambitious step-change around sustainability within our own productions and practices as well as within the wider cultural sector, acting as ambassadors for change.

To lead on development and delivery of a holistic strategy that embeds best practice in environmental sustainability as a core principle for MIF/The Factory.

- Develop a clear organisation-wide stance and strategy on environmental issues including sustainable event, venue and production management, travel, touring and partnerships

- Lead on championing and communicating the strategy at all levels from Board downwards including working with Marketing/Comms on internal and external advocacy and information campaigns

- Advise and work with all teams to integrate environmental sustainability into their work and create imaginative action plans to reduce environmental impact. Taking a lead role with advising on best practice systems, equipment and processes for The Factory

- Work with local suppliers and providers to make sure they have the best understanding of our requirements and work with them to achieve new and ambitious sustainable delivery streams

- Lead on organisational training, research and development around environmental sustainability to embed best practice in the work of all departments and ensure all teams can lead confident conversations about environmental sustainability with their key partners and stakeholders

- Work with key sector partners - such as the Manchester Arts Sustainability Team and Julie’s Bicycle – to help drive sector-based approaches to environmental sustainability

- Work to ensure that MIF/The Factory becomes a leader in the field and shares our work and learning with national and international networks

Rehoming Centre Manager
Radcliffe, Greater Manchester

About Us

Blue Cross is one of the UK’s leading rehoming organisations for animals. We support sick, injured and homeless pets and care for more than 40,000 animals every year through our rehoming, veterinary and education programmes.

We are now looking for a Rehoming Centre Manager to join our team based at our Rehoming and Advice Unit in Radcliffe.

The Benefits

- Salary of £26,070 - £33,000 per annum
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company sick pay
- Life assurance
- Shopping discounts

If you have management experience gained from a pet rehoming environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to take on a rewarding role with one of the UK’s most recognisable rehoming organisations.

We’re looking for an inspirational leader to oversee operations at Radcliffe. There’s a dedicated, friendly team who are eager for clear direction and the chance to make a positive difference to the lives of pets and so you will relish this combination of people management and pet welfare.

So, if you want to create positive change for both animals and people throughout Greater Manchester, we want to hear from you.

The Role

As the Rehoming Centre Manager, you will lead and manage a team to deliver a range of pet rehoming services.

Placing the welfare of pets as your number one priority, you will manage external kennelling providers and foster carers as well as managing the daily operations of the Centre.

You’ll seek to engage with the local community to drive interest and increase awareness, while also exploring the possibilities of our services and developing creative solutions to the challenges we face.

Your role will also involve:

- Supporting and developing your team
- Delivering fantastic customer service
- Developing existing services

About You

To join us as the Rehoming Centre Manager, you will need:

- Demonstrable experience of managing and leading a team in a pet rehoming environment
- Demonstrable experience of pet assessment, handling and husbandry
- Experience of managing Health and Safety, including risk assessments and COSHH
- Experience of delivering high standards of customer care
- A full, valid driving licence
- At a minimum, a GCSE level qualification in English and Mathematics (or equivalent)

Ideally, you will have experience of managing income and expenditure budgets, but this is not essential. The ability to develop and deliver operational strategy would be beneficial, as would experience of managing volunteers. A recognised management qualification would also be beneficial.

Other organisations may call this role Centre Manager, Rehoming Manager, Rehoming Service Manager, Animal Service Manager, Vet Practice Manager, Veterinary Care Manager, Animal Centre Manager, Animal Care Manager, or Supporter Engagement Manager.

This is a full-time role, working 42 hours per week on a rota basis, including weekends and Bank Holidays.

The closing date for this role is the 20th March 2020. Interviews are scheduled for the 27th March 2020, with shortlisted candidates being invited back to attend an assessment centre on 7th April 2020.

Grade: 3.1

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. For more information on this role, please select the apply button to read the full job description.

Webrecruit and Blue Cross are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you’re looking for a rewarding role as a Rehoming Centre Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Service Co-ordinator – Part Time (Contract)
Manchester, Greater Manchester (with occasional travel to the Manchester Royal Infirmary)
£8.57 per hour

Royal Voluntary Service is an innovative charity that focuses on inspiring people to give the gift of voluntary service to support the NHS and older people at home and in the community. We are now looking for a part-time Service Co-ordinator to join our team on a fixed-term contract, starting on the 20th April 2020 and ending on the 1st November 2021.

Within a welcoming and team-focused environment, you will have the chance to undertake great training and make a positive difference to staff, visitors and members of the community.

As a Service Co-ordinator, you will play a key role in delivering our Supporting Your Recovery Service, co-ordinating both the On Ward and Home From Hospital service.

You will support patients’ recovery and successful hospital discharge through the Supporting Your Recovery service. Our Home from Hospital service helps for the first 12 weeks after leaving the hospital, ensuring patients reconnect with their community with the aim of reducing recovery time, isolation and the chance of readmittance.

In this diverse role, you will:

- Support the recruitment, training and support of Volunteers
- Ensure growth and engagement of the services
- Maintain strong partnerships with the NHS Board
- Action referrals from local stakeholders
- Record all relevant data

Interested? To be considered, you’ll need:

- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS, commissioning groups and local authority commissioning including health and social care bodies
- Excellent communications skills at all levels
- The ability to act on your own initiative within agreed parameters
- The ability to proficiently use standard IT systems
- At a minimum, GCSE level qualifications in Maths and English at grade A* - C (or equivalent)

This is a part-time role, working 14 hours per week, ideally over two full days.

The closing date for this role is the 6th March 2020, with interviews scheduled for the 16th March 2020.

To apply for the role of Service Co-ordinator, please apply via the button shown.

This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Other organisations may call this role Support Service Co-ordinator, Volunteer Co-ordinator, Service Officer, Community Support Co-ordinator, Healthcare Service Co-ordinator, or Service Administrator.

PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide is the national UK charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide. Our Trustees, the majority of whom have been touched personally by young suicide, are elected from our membership from across the UK.

• * Thank you for your interest in the role of Data Manager. Please take the time to read the JOB DESCRIPTION and PERSON SPECIFICATION then complete the APPLICATION FORM that you can find on our website. 

  ** This post has become vacant due to growth and internal promotion.

  Proactively manage and develop the use of the Raiser’s Edge database to play a key role in the efficient delivery, management and evaluation of supporter and customer
  experience.

  At PAPYRUS Raiser’s Edge is primarily used by the fundraising team to record donors, supports and donations. It has recently been rolled out to the regional teams to record those attending training and awareness raising sessions.

1. DESIGNATION Data Manager

2. HOURS 36 hours per week

3. SALARY NJC Scale 21 – 25 (£25,801 – £28,785) + 5% pension contribution

4. LOCATION Warrington

5. RESPONSIBLE TO Head of Fundraising & Community Fundraising Manager

6. PURPOSE OF POST
Proactively manage and develop the use of the Raiser’s Edge database to play a key role in the efficient delivery, management and evaluation of supporter and customer experience.
At PAPYRUS Raiser’s Edge is primarily used by the fundraising team to record donors, supports and donations. It has recently been rolled out to the regional teams to record those attending training and awareness raising sessions.

7. KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Fundraising Team, National Training Manager, Programme Development Manager, Regional teams & HQ Admin

8. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
8.1 Full management of the supporter database Raisers Edge including responsibility for technical management and maintenance.
8.2 To carry out complex data processes, queries, imports and exports and produce detailed reports for use in research and analysis.
8.3 Manage the import and export of data to and from third parties such as Just Giving, and the compilation of Gift Aid Reports for HMRC
8.3 To ensure all supporter / customer data is processed, stored and used in strict compliance with GDPR and relevant marketing and fundraising regulations.
8.4 Provide ongoing training to staff and to ensure the handling of data, and all data processes fully comply with GDPR, law and marketing and fundraising regulations, including any data breaches. 

8.5 Manage PAPYRUS’ relationship with Blackbaud
8.6 Manage the contact management structure to ensure it meets the business needs of PAPYRUS and make recommendations to further expand its use, enhancing its value.
8.7 Maintain the accuracy and integrity of data through routine data cleansing and hygiene tasks to ensure accuracy.
8.7 Prepare internal and external data to support national and regional campaigns and communications activity.

9. ADDITIONAL DUTIES
It is the nature of the work of PAPYRUS that tasks and responsibilities are in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All staff are, therefore, expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises and when tasks not specifically covered in their job description have to be undertaken. These additional duties will normally be to cover unforeseen circumstances or changes in work and they will normally be compatible with the regular type of work. If the additional responsibility or task becomes a regular or frequent part of the member of staff’s job, it will be included in the job description in consultation with the member of staff.

10. CONFIDENTIALITY
It is expected that all PAPYRUS employees understand that our work is confidential and that neither details about those who use its services nor any other PAPYRUS business should be divulged to members of the public. A confidentiality agreement must be signed on taking up this post. Further details are outlined in the PAPYRUS Confidentiality Policy.

11. BASIC PRINCIPALS
The post holder is expected to be familiar with and have regard to the ethos and values of PAPYRUS and work within that framework. He/she must be prepared to operate without prejudice to all who approach PAPYRUS or work with the organisation at any level.

12. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
Conditions of Service are broadly in line with those set out by the National Joint Council for Local Government Services. PAPYRUS has a probationary period of 6 months for all posts. Appointment to this post may be subject to satisfactory Enhanced CRB Disclosure and/or completion of Vetting and Barring Scheme checks.

13. QUALIFICATIONS   

See Person Specification

Salary: £38,000 to £40,000, plus pension

Hours: 35 hours per week

Accountable to: Director of Services

Accountable for: Services Managers, Caseworkers, Purple Door team

Permanent

Benefits: 28 days holiday, 8 Bank Holidays and pension

akt is looking for a dynamic person to join our leadership team as our Assistant Director of Services, helping to shape the future of the national charity for lgbtq+ young people experiencing homelessness. Based in our Manchester service centre, you will lead on expanding our Greater Manchester based offer as well as supporting our Director of Services by overseeing the operational delivery of our services to young people across our other three regions. You will ideally have a strong background in housing and homelessness.

Job summary:

To provide management and leadership for the organisation’s direct service offer to young people: strengthening and developing our position as the national LGBT youth homelessness provider

Key Tasks:

• As day to day operational lead for akt’s services, oversee the re-shaping and effective delivery of our offer to young people nationally
• To ensure the effective design and delivery of akt’s digital offer to young people
• Be responsible for managing the Services Team managers and providing oversight to the management of the direct delivery team
• Lead on the forthcoming programme to redesign / develop our offer across the north of England, including the expansion of our Purple Door housing project
• To lead on the management of contracts and partnerships relating to our services
• To lead on the performance management of our service delivery
• To deputise for the Director of Services when requested and to undertake the role of deputy safeguarding lead nationally
• In this national role, to undertake regular travel between akt’s bases and also to other locations in developing akt’s national footprint
• In conjunction with the Director of Services, liaise with and brief Trustees, as appropriate, including attending Services Committees and Board meetings

Senior Management Team Responsibilities:

• To be a public leadership figure for the organisation in the North at external and internal events and deputise for the Director of Services when requested
• In partnership with the Director of Services, identify and develop business opportunities to ensure the growth and sustainability of the organisation, to include developing strategic partnerships nationally to ensure the growth of our services
• As a member of the Leadership Team, contribute to strategic planning and business development, including supporting the Chief Executive in facilitating the process of establishing the business plan and strategic plan
• Work in partnership with the Director of Services to implement the delivery of the strategic plan as agreed by the board
• Take a leadership role in promoting the organisation and representing the organisation effectively to external stakeholders
• Work with the Director of Services to ensure that the Board receives appropriate advice and information on all relevant matters to enable akt to fulfil its governance responsibilities
• Undertake any other tasks that may be requested, commensurate with the nature and level of the post and as may be required by the Director of Services

Performance Management:

Performance in the role will be assessed against key performance indicators and other targets relating to the organisation’s business plan.

Other Responsibilities:

• To represent akt appropriately and effectively at all times
• Comply with akt’s policies, procedures, management and monitoring systems
• To organise and participate in some events out of hours, e.g. fundraising and publicity events
• Other duties commensurate with the nature of the post
• Act as a Deputy Safeguarding Lead

All akt employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to the values, codes of practice and involvement of young people, which underpin and govern our work

Person Specification

Essential:

• Significant demonstrable experience in a housing or homelessness setting
• Experienced manager with proven track record of success, excellent time management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Natural leader, capable of innovative thinking and the ability to inspire others
• Experience of managing targets and developing operational plans for a team/department
• Proven experience of partnership working and stakeholder management
• Strong budget management skills
• Ability to review and manage service delivery risks, implement change and ensure the development of an effective team/department
• Proven experience in managing change, achieving objectives and establishing and implementing innovative solutions
• Experience in contract management
• Demonstrable strong team-work skills
• Ability to negotiate, influence and persuade others in complex situations to achieve required outcomes
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written – including the ability to interpret complex information and advise clearly and concisely to a range of audiences
• Flexibility to undertake national travel and evening and weekend working
• Direct experience of preparing high-quality written work in a professional environment
• Excellent information technology skills

Desirable:

• Relevant qualification in housing, social work or equivalent
• Experience of working within a senior management team
• Experience of negotiating contracts and partnership working with the statutory sector
• Knowledge and understanding of the issues facing young LGBTQ+ young people
• Degree-level education or equivalent
• Lived experience of homelessness
• Experience of leading and managing a multi-site department
• Knowledge of the issues facing young LGBTQ+ homeless people, including the consequences of vulnerability and poverty, intersectional identities and multiple disadvantage.

At AKT we are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity, we are committed to our team reflecting the diverse community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age. We particularly encourage applications from BAME, transgender identities and disability groups, who are currently under-represented within AKT. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post.

To provide a comprehensive service to managers and employees, and to drive both HR operations and the delivery of strategic objectives. Working with a broad range of stakeholders to develop and agree HR plans and embed them into the organisation.

- Work in partnership with the senior management to take an active and accountable part in decision making processes that impact people and deliver change management processes as required

• Coach and build the capability of leaders and managers on all people matters helping them to understand, assess and improve the capability and capacity of their teams
• Lead on the development, implementation and review of organisational policies and procedures. In particular keeping up to date with relevant employment legislation which may impact such policies & procedures
• Manage and develop the HR Information systems to streamline and automate transactional HR process and provide meaningful management information and metrics
• Supporting the senior management to deepen their understanding of the health of the organisation, using employee engagement tools to offer insight
• Leading on the development and implementation of a Learning & Development strategy in line with the organisation’s business plan
• Provide professional challenge and support to leadership teams to manage, develop and evaluate workforce performance, identify areas for improvement and plan effective solutions for change
• Oversee the job evaluation and pay process for the organisation, ensuring job descriptions, pay ranges and market rates are kept updated
• Be the lead on the recruitment for permanent and fixed term staffing, working alongside the HR Coordinator to deliver a fair recruitment and selection process, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, as well as ensuring applications from under-represented groups are encouraged
• Build and maintain HR networks, particularly in the cultural sector, and collaborative working practices across the city, the region and beyond
• Training and talent development will be central to the organisation as we approach The Factory. All job roles are expected to engage with our training and development activity, be willing to support our training programmes

We have an exciting opportunity for a Manager working in our Student Development Department. The Student Activities Manager will lead our Activities team in their work supporting student leaders running societies, halls of residence committess and our student media outlets. This is a significant role for someone who'll be excited to be part of the largest Students' Union in the UK.  With over 400 societies, 16 halls committees, and three media outlets this role is suited to someone who appreciates the impact that student-led activities can have on the student experience.

The priority will be to create consistency and encourage collaboration between various student groups. The successful candidate will be able to develop and deliver engaging and fulfilling training and support for student leaders.

The role requires someone who is able to offer excellent line management that encourages innovation and drives the high performance of their team. Natural people skills and an ability to influence and inspire is also important.

Role: National Procurement Manager

Contract Type:  Permanent

Hours:Full time (35 hours a week)

Closing Date:Friday 28th February 2020

Location: National, (Any UK office),  home-based, with regular UK travel (including Northern Ireland, Scotland and London)

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Procurement Manager to join our new Procurement team, helping to drive efficiency and best practice as we set up this new function across the organisation.

You will use your commercial focus and expertise to make a real impact across The Princes Trust to drive savings, being constantly challenged to come up with innovative ways of thinking and working closely with stakeholders to lead on procurement strategy, driving value for money, strategic projects and managing the supply chain for national contracts. As this is a new team the opportunities to make a difference are vast, and you will get involved in a huge variety of projects, from IT and Estates to Marketing and Events, and everything in-between – this means you’ll need to be dynamic and flexible and able to manage your own time well.

This is an exciting role that the ideal applicant can really make their own and would suit someone who is a self-starter with energy and drive, and a good background of procurement.

To learn more about the role, please visit our website. 

 

The Prince’s Trust is 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.

Part time – 14 hours per week

Birmingham, Bradford, London or Manchester with frequent travel across the UK

Permanent

We’re looking for a Facilities Manager to lead on all facilities related activities across our UK offices.

At Refugee Action, we have a vision of a UK in which refugees and people seeking asylum will be welcome, can get justice, live free of poverty and successfully rebuild their lives.  We empower refugees and people seeking asylum to influence both our work, the issues that matter to them and decisions made by government and we are a trusted partner for others who share our vision.
 

Over the last 3 years, we have provided life-changing support to more than 3,000 resettled refugees and 8,000 people seeking asylum, strengthened the work of more than 140 charities, and secured important changes in government policy and practice on English language provision and support for asylum seekers at risk of destitution.  We want to do far more to learn from and shift power to refugees and people seeking asylum. It's an exciting time to be part of Refugee Action as we work towards achieving our 3-year strategy objectives (2019-22) through securing systemic change through our campaigns to change government policies, our direct services, and our work to strengthen and connect other service delivery organisations.

To succeed in this role you will have:
 

• Insight into the needs hopes and experiences of refugees and asylum seekers.
• A thorough understanding of facilities management
• Strong project management skills
• Two years’ experience of office administration including using computer systems (Word, Excel, database), bespoke databases and setting up and maintaining effective administrative systems and procedures (computerised and manual)
• Working knowledge of finance payment and invoicing systems
• Experience of successfully managing and prioritising own workload

For more information and to apply, please visit our website.

Those with lived experience as a refugee are encouraged to apply.

Closing date: 09:00am, Monday 2nd March 2020

Interviews: Friday 13th March 2020 in London

Human Resources Manager

Manchester City Centre

Starting salary for this position is £37,452 per annum (plus contributory pension)

MAG saves lives and builds futures by working with others to reclaim land contaminated with the debris of conflict, to reduce the daily risk of death or injury for civilians, and to create safe and secure conditions for development. MAG shared the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize as a founding member of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines for our work to ban landmines. Our vision is a safe and secure future for men, women and children affected by armed violence and conflict. 

We are seeking a credible and confident HR Manager to join our dynamic Human Resources team of 12. This is a broad generalist role in a fast-paced environment, leading on operational people management matters in support of our UK office.

Based in our Manchester head office, you will be responsible for delivering high quality operational HR services and advice in relation to performance management, recruitment and retention, learning and development, employee relations and employee engagement. You will manage a HR Officer, focussed on recruitment and selection and supporting you in generalist areas, as well as two HR Administrators, who provide administration services to the wider HR team.  You will also have the opportunity to develop HR policies and strategic projects and add value that will assist in the delivery of MAG’s lifesaving work.

You will need to have a relevant HR qualification or equivalent, and experience in a generalist HR role, evidencing a wide range of HR skills.  Experience of managing, delivering and continually improving operational HR services and processes will also be essential. This is a fast-paced and challenging role, which will require high levels of initiative, pro-activeness and strong multi-tasking skills. You will need to demonstrate the ability to lead, motivate and develop a small team, and be a clear and influential communicator. You will also be a creative, flexible, solution-focused HR professional committed to MAG's goals. 

In return, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, using your HR knowledge and experience to support MAG’s lifesaving work across the globe.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

For further information on the role, the application form and details of how to apply, please visit our website before the closing date of 8th March 2020.

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed.

Applicants who are non-residents of the UK will need to provide documentary evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK.