CPRE, the countryside charity is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Individual Officer to support the development, delivery and growth of our individual giving programme through exciting new innovation testing.

Over the past year CPRE, the countryside charity has undergone great transformation which has led to a completely new brand, a strong set of organisational values, a new strategy (which has just come into play), in depth audience insight and the initial launch of our new website, amongst other exciting developments.

As one of two individual giving officers, you will support programme growth and generate income from donors both new and existing. These donors will give to us through membership, regular donations, annual appeals, raffles digital fundraising and through new products we are yet to establish. Reporting to the Individual giving manager, you will support the development, implementation and growth of a portfolio of products, while working in our friendly and busy office in London. By building upon existing relationships, and attracting and converting new supporters, you will grow our income in this area, helping to create a sustainable platform for all our fundraising activity.

We are looking for an enthusiastic all-rounder. Someone with a real passion and aptitude for working with creative partners and colleagues to creating compelling and effective fundraising communications while also being confident in the more technical aspects of direct marketing: drafting data briefs, devising robust tests and analysing results.

The successful candidate will have previous experience in a charity fundraising environment and a proven track record in project managing direct marketing activities across a variety of income streams and channels, including digital and social media. In line with our objectives, ideally your experience will include supporter acquisition as well as retention, with knowledge of new product/offer development and implementation of ‘test and learn’ programmes. 

We will be shortlisting on a daily basis so apply now!

To apply, candidates should read the candidate information pack and Job and person specification below then complete the application form (CVs will not be accepted).  Please make sure you address the criteria outlined in the Job and person specification; failing to do so, will mean you will be unlikely to be shortlisted. 

Job ref: IGO4/cj

CPRE is an equal opportunities employer.

Grow a challenge events portfolio, which includes existing runs and bike rides, by introducing new events

Barts Charity funds groundbreaking research, state-of-the-art equipment and innovative healthcare projects that change lives and bring extraordinary healthcare to 2.5million people in East London and beyond.

Their grant-making programme goes above and beyond NHS funding to support the five hospitals of Barts Health NHS Trust and six medical research institutes.

They are ambitious about the future and have committed to increasing their funding to £30 million a year, supported by developing a new proactive fundraising strategy.

At this stage of their fundraising development, Barts Charity are seeking an Events Officer to grow their challenge events portfolio. They need an ambitious and driven fundraiser who is supporter-focused and strategic in approach. The right person should be driven by the opportunity to take ownership of this income stream, increasing long-term supporter engagement and furthering support of the charity’s work.

There is a growing events portfolio which currently includes the London Marathon, Royal Parks Half Marathon and London Santa Run, to name a few.

Person specification

The role would best suit:

• a proven fundraiser who has worked on challenge events and has a commitment to providing exceptional supporter stewardship
• someone motivated by all areas of challenge event management, from the recruitment and ongoing support of participants, to on the day logistics
• a keen marketeer able to create a marketing plan, develop marketing collateral, and use digital platforms and social media to recruit, motivate and engage supporters
• someone who has experience recruiting and working with volunteers
• someone who is proactive and solution focused, with good project management skills and experience working to budgets and increasing ROI from events
• someone with experience of CRM databases and analysing supporter data
• a strong relationship-builder and a champion for the work of the charity

                                     

To apply for this role, please click Apply with Charityjob to submit your CV to Dawn Ballard at QuarterFive Fundraising Recruitment. If your experience is a good fit, we will send you a job description and arrange a briefing call or meeting that will provide you with all the information required to formally apply. QuarterFive aims to proactively support your job search, so we may also consider your details for other job vacancies to enable us to find a position that is most suitable for you.

Our new campaign expert will have a passion for climate change campaigning and the fantastic opportunity to lead a campaign with a national scope. They will support existing ACE groups, help to build new ones and shape over time a thriving climate campaigning community within the Green Party of England and Wales, with the aim to achieve real carbon reductions and ascertain the lead role of the Green Party as a driver of action on Climate Emergency. 

They will develop and deliver effective plans and materials to recruit, retain and deepen the engagement of our members and supporters who campaign on Climate Change in the community. With a focus on engaging and supporting local Parties around Climate Emergencies. 

The role will work closely with the Climate Action Officer and colleagues in Communications, Development and Membership to link activities across all the routes by which we speak to our members and supporters.

Duration: Two years, Fixed Term (extension subject to funding)

Location: London, or Cardiff with frequent travel to London

Are you a strong communicator with an eye for detail? Do you enjoy solving problems? Would you like to develop your skills and contribute to the improvement of processes?

We are looking to recruit a Grants Officer to join our growing Finance & Grants team, conducting due diligence and contracting for the grants we issue through several programme calls each year. There will also be opportunities for the successful candidate to contribute to capacity-building work with our grantees.

We’re a global charity, working to find solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. We fund and support work that goes on to shape the way in which people across the world are supported during a crisis.

We are based in London and Cardiff but our roles have a global reach. As an established and respected part of the humanitarian community, we work closely and meaningfully with our fellow networks and actors to make change happen.

To be successful, you will have a proven interest in the humanitarian or development sectors, ideally demonstrated through academic qualifications and/or paid or voluntary work. You will have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail and be able to propose practical solutions which take competing priorities into account. The ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people in different organisations and cultures is also essential. Experience of working with institutional and non-institutional donors, managing complex stakeholder relationships, or conducting contracting, due diligence or auditing, would be an advantage, as would awareness of best practice with regard to organisational policies in the humanitarian/development sector.

If you are passionate about supporting people affected by crises and want to be part of an organisation that creates positive change in the humanitarian sector, and you strongly believe you can contribute, then join us and we’ll give you every opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable people in our work.  This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

Elrha recognises the positive value of diversity and promotes equality. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout our work. We are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities. We also welcome applications from LGB and Trans, and non-binary candidates. 

Except in exceptional circumstances, the role will be appointed at the start of the salary band advertised.  This allows for incremental progression within the role and movement up the scale.

Closing date: Thursday, 30 April 2020 

Interview date: Tuesday, 12 May 2020

Job Description – Planned Giving Officer

Job title: Planned Giving Officer

Reporting to: Director of Communications

Salary: £25,000-£30,000

Based: Home & Mobile 2/3 days per week with remaining time at the office in Portsmouth

Period:  Initially 12 months with opportunity to extend

Hours: 35 hours per week, occasional evening and weekend duties

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Purpose

To play a key role in the development and implementation of the Diocesan fundraising and income generation activities in order to secure funding for parishes, programme work and project work (and organisational core costs). With an emphasis on preparing good quality funding applications whilst also expanding other fundraising channels.  

Specific Tasks

General Fundraising / Income Generation

• Support the Chief Operating officer and senior team to deliver diocesan fundraising priorities seeking opportunities to generate income for the Diocese.
• To work with external fundraising partners as required on major development programmes.
• To assist the development in capacity and skills of the parishes to enable them to complete applications for funding, by providing training and resources.
• To support the development of new income initiatives including contactless giving, planned giving and legacies as well as other opportunities through well researched and planned projects
• Objectively review the success and achievements against agreed targets, identifying strengths, weaknesses and areas for development.
• Participate in the day to day work of the organisation – such as reporting, attending meetings as required, and taking a flexible approach to general administrative and support tasks as required.
• Participate in external networking and training as agreed with line manager and develop a collaborative approach with other Dioceses across England.
• Participate in staff appraisals and appropriate training for the role.
• Manage the workload of volunteers, trainees and those on placement, ensuring induction is undertaken and that they are able to contribute effectively.
• Work with a variety of partners to deliver workshops and training / development opportunities across the country.
• Plan and develop events in support of fundraising activity
• Develop well produced material to support planned giving working closely with the communications team.

Trusts and Grant-Making Bodies

• Work closely with the principal postholder for trusts and grants to develop strong applications supporting the work of the diocese
• Build on relationships with existing funders, preparing and submitting applications for funding.
• Manage and lead the identification of, and approaches to, trusts and foundations that have not previously supported the work the diocese
• To work with individual parishes to identify funding requirements and to support the same through application processes.
• Write tailored applications, addressing grant-making priorities and requirements as specified by individual trusts, foundations or grant making bodies, whilst maintaining success rate.
• Research and identify potential trusts using our database, internet, printed and online resources.

Communications

• To manage the Social Media profile of the Department,
• To work with the Communications team to produce articles, publications and support materials for use by the diocese, including writing copy, liaising with suppliers and distribution to parishes.
• Ensure the website fundraising communications information is up to date.
• Collate case studies, photographs and information celebrating achievements and ensure they are publicised

Person Specification and Required Experience

E – Essential

D – Desirable

• Experience in Trusts, Grants or Corporate fundraising. E
• Line management experience / supervision of staff D
• Proven record of successful applications for funding from Trusts and / or other Grant-making bodies D
• Demonstrable ability to develop relationships with partners, Trusts and other Grant-making bodies E
• Experience of researching Trust and Grant funding opportunities / experience of working with grant making bodies. D
• A demonstrable ability to manage complex projects E
• An understanding of the charitable trust sector regionally and nationally, with a detailed understanding of the wider funding environment and changing trends in the voluntary sector. D

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent written skills with the ability to produce concise and creative bids. E
• High standard of computer literacy (Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook and the Internet). E
• Demonstrable ability to plan and prioritise a complex and diverse workload with minimum supervision. E
• Excellent communication and presentation skills required to support parishes and build relationships with potential funders. E
• Proven ability to undertake research. E 
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and work well under pressure. E
• Ability to plan ahead and work within agreed timeframes E
• Ability and willingness to travel for work E
• Ability to understand and generate budgets. D
• Meticulous attention to detail. D
• Ability to design & deliver training programmes D
• Prince2 or similar project management qualification D
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as required D

If you would like a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Chris Smith

Please apply by sending the following:

Covering letter:  Please tell us how your motivation, values, skills, experience and personal qualities demonstrate your suitability for the role (around 500 words). Please make it clear why you are excited about this role, and why you specifically want to work for the Diocese of Portsmouth.

Current CV and the details of two referees: This should include full education and employment history (including dates, with no gaps left unexplained). Please include your current or most recent employer as one of your referees.

Closing date for applications:  Wednesday 25th March (13:00pm)

Interviews: TBC

Notes to candidates

1. Interviews: all shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview.

2. Unsuccessful applications: if you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of your application, we regret that you will not have been offered an interview on this occasion.

3. General: this post will be subject to review under the relevant Diocesan Terms and Conditions of Service.

4. New employees to the Diocese will be subject to a probationary period of six months.

Terms of Employment

Information Management

• To accurately update and input data to relevant data systems.
• Ensuring all urgent and/or confidential communications are received and distributed from/to relevant parties in a timely manner and in accordance with Information Governance requirements.
• Inputting, monitoring and checking data, required for finite and ongoing projects within the teams.
• Working with all team members in the collection of information for reporting on relevant projects and cases.
• Running and collating reports including which may include statistical and performance management reports to senior management as required.
• Developing and maintaining effective electronic and paper filing systems, to ensure that information is kept securely and is accessible to other members of the team and in accordance with Information Governance requirements.

Complaints

• Ensure that any concerns or complaints about the team are recorded, and where immediate resolution is not possible are passed to the relevant party to respond/manage.

Audit and review

• To participate in regular reviews as required.

Staff Management

• To adhere to all staff management policies applicable to the Diocese of Portsmouth.
• To provide a supportive environment for staff with appropriate levels of performance management in order to ensure objectives are achieved.
• Provide support and mentoring to members of the team encouraging continuous improvement.
• To be responsible for receiving annual appraisal and providing an annual appraisal for staff you directly manage.

Organisational Vision, Mission, Aims, Culture and Behaviours

• You will be expected to contribute to the development of the culture of the Diocesan team. You will also be required to understand the organisation’s mission, aims and objectives and demonstrate the organisation’s values and behaviours throughout your work.

Engagement with staff

• The Diocese of Portsmouth is committed to ensuring relevant and appropriate engagement with you to make sure the Diocese of Portsmouth develops in partnership with staff. Opportunities will be provided to hear your views and it is expected that you will engage with this process to make sure that there is active engagement with all our staff.

Engagement with the public

• The Diocese of Portsmouth wants to make sure it listens to and acts on the view of its local communities and parishes. Where appropriate, you will be expected to follow the principles laid out by the organisation to ensure effective engagement with stakeholders at an early stage in any development project.

Equality & diversity

• You have a personal responsibility for your own behaviour and for ensuring that you comply with the Equality Act 2010 by eliminating discrimination, advancing equality of opportunity and fostering good relations. This means you must help promote an inclusive environment by treating everyone with dignity and respect; by respecting and responding to the diverse needs of staff, service users and others and; appropriately challenging and/or reporting behaviour that may be considered to be offensive when directed against yourself or others.

Improving working lives

• The Diocese of Portsmouth is currently working to develop an appropriate health and wellbeing programme. You are expected to participate and support this and other well-being initiatives designed to improve the overall working lives of staff.

No smoking policy

• You and your visitors are not permitted to smoke on Diocese of Portsmouth premises. You should only smoke during recognised breaks throughout the day, and not at the front of the building. The Diocese of Portsmouth does not allow the smoking of electronic cigarettes in the offices. People will be supported to give up smoking if required.

Alcohol and substance misuse policy

• Diocese of Portsmouth expects all its employees to conduct themselves in a way that ensures that standards of service, image and the reputation of the Diocese are maintained. If you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs/other substances and are unfit to work you may be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with the Diocese of Portsmouth’s Disciplinary Policy. The Diocese of Portsmouth will assist and support you and your manger if you have an alcohol, drug or substance related problem.

Health, safety & security

• You have a responsibility to follow the Diocese of Portsmouth’s health and safety policy and arrangements which ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of staff. This applies to those members of staff that are directly employed by the Diocese of Portsmouth and for whom the Diocese of Portsmouth has legal responsibility.

Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults

• You have a responsibility to safeguard vulnerable adults and children and must be aware of, and comply with, the Diocese of Portsmouth policies for safeguarding adults and children. You should familiarise yourself with these policies and ensure that you access appropriate safeguarding training commensurate to your role.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

• This post is subject to an exception order under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  This stipulates that all previous convictions, including those that are ‘spent’ must be declared.  Previous convictions will not necessarily preclude an individual from employment within the Diocese of Portsmouth but you must declare this in writing at the appropriate stage during the recruitment process.

Confidentiality

• The Diocese of Portsmouth requires that you maintain an appropriate standard of confidentiality in the course of your duties. Any disclosures of confidential information (including personal information kept on computer or other media) made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty may be treated as a serious disciplinary offence.
• Additionally, the Diocese of Portsmouth recognises that confidentiality is an obligation not just for all staff but also for third party contractors supplying services to the Diocese of Portsmouth.

Data Protection Act 1998

• Under the provision of the Data Protection Act, the Diocese of Portsmouth determines that it is your responsibility to ensure that all data, whether computerised or manual, is kept secure at all times.  This includes data relating to clergy, specific casework and colleagues.  Data must not be disclosed to any unauthorised person and must be regarded as strictly confidential at all times

Information Security

Whether you are permanent, temporary or contracted you are responsible for ensuring that you are aware of the legal and policy requirements of the Diocese of Portsmouth and for ensuring that you comply with these on a day to day basis.  You must abide by the information security policy and associated policies and procedures.

You should report any suspected breaches of this policy to your line manager.

Sustainability

• The Diocese of Portsmouth is working towards reducing its impact on its environment. You will be expected to support this commitment, make your own contribution to sustainability and ensure that any processes or policies developed to support this approach are delivered.

Mandatory training

• You are required to complete all training specified by the Diocese of Portsmouth. Some of this mandatory training is a legal requirement for the Diocese of Portsmouth, and some is considered essential for the employees. All new staff need to complete their mandatory training in first six months, during their probationary period. Thereafter required training needs to be completed within the first three months of each financial year.

Review of role

• This job description may change and develop over time, to reflect changing requirements of the Diocese of Portsmouth you will need a high degree of flexibility and resilience. You will have the opportunity to review your job description at your annual appraisal meeting, which aims to reflect on your performance and development over the previous year.
• You will agree, with your line manager, your personal development plan for the year in order to further develop your skills and knowledge required to carry out the responsibilities associated with this role.

GDPR

• Under the terms of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the information you provide us with will be held in confidence and used for the purpose of Diocesan recruitment and no other purpose.

Duties and key responsibilities

Personal Assistant to the CEO

• Manage and coordinate the CEO’s diary, including arranging meetings and schedules.
• Manage and arrange UK and worldwide travel, visas and accommodation for the CEO.
• Monitor and administer the CEO’s expenses and credit card records.
• Draft correspondence for the CEO as appropriate and supports the communication lines between the CEO and the Trustees, including induction and training.
• The PA and Operations Officer is required to attend MAP Board meetings, Sub-committee meetings, Senior Management Meetings and Staff Meetings. They are responsible for:
  • Arranging suitable venues and refreshments are available
  • Preparing and distributing agendas and papers
  • Taking minutes of meetings and recording actions
• Manage, administer or develop relationships and projects on the CEO’s behalf.
• Ensure efficient electronic filing systems are maintained in the Governance and Facilities folders as and when requested.

Facilities

• Ensure that building maintenance and office space issues are managed proactively and engage contractors where appropriate.  Invoice and collection of Insurance & Rent from MAP Annex building (Flat 1 and Flat 2).
• Ensure effective communication with suppliers including the ordering, installation and maintenance of the alarm and keyholding systems, office equipment and furniture, keys, telephones, stationery, and other equipment required for the smooth running of the office.
• Liaise with support contractors with regards to the maintenance of office equipment, including telecoms equipment and cabling, photocopiers, fax, Franking Machine and kitchen equipment.
• Manage contract cleaning, recycling, and waste disposal companies.
• Ensure that the communal areas are maintained clean and tidy and manage the provision of sundries in the kitchen.
• Ensure that the post is delivered and collected daily.
• Liaise with the HR Manager to ensure that a Health and Safety Risk assessment is carried out and actioned yearly, and to act as Health and Safety Co-ordinator to ensure that MAP meets all its health and safety obligations.
• To arrange appropriate insurance for equipment, premises, employers and public liability and travel.
• Welcome visitors to the office and ensure all visitors are dealt with courteously (meeting/greeting/coffees etc).
• Develop and rollout a call management system at MAP.
• Co-ordinate all incoming and outgoing mail, taxi, and courier requirements.
• Maintain a petty cash tin under the IMPREST system, including payment of volunteer expenses and ad hoc purchases for the office.
• Book travel arrangements, including travel insurance, when required for UK office staff, guests, and those visiting from MAP’s overseas offices.

HR Administration

• Manage HR system for any variances and ensure that all performance management, leave, TOIL and sickness records are properly recorded.
• Ensure that forms are issued and returned in time, and that any follow up action is documented and actioned on time, with all documentation being filed on relevant personal files.
• Organise interview arrangements for candidates and other recruitment administration such as filing interview forms etc.
• Ensure that all new staff in UK, including volunteers, receive relevant joiner information and that they receive HR/Facilities/ Health and safety Induction. Also receive DSE link and any follow-ups.
• Liaise with the HR Manager on matters regarding staff training, and to make appropriate bookings and issue documentation to all participants.
• Support HR Manager with various HR projects.
• Support cascade of HR priorities in MAP country offices.

Housing and Support Manager
Birmingham, West Midlands

Are you an experienced housing support professional with a great management or leadership style? Could you thrive as part of a social enterprise supporting refugees and newly arrived immigrants? If so, read on.

About Us

ACH (Ashley Community Housing) is a social enterprise that provides a range of integration and support services for refugees. During the past ten years, we’ve grown from a small-scale housing organisation to a leading provider of integration, employment and housing services for refugees and newly arrived communities in the UK.

We are now looking for a Housing and Support Manager to join our team at our brand-new offices in Birmingham.

The Benefits

- Salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (dependent upon qualifications and/or experience)
- Mobile phone and laptop
- 20 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays

This is an exciting opportunity for someone at junior manager or technical senior level to step into a fully-fledged management position and create positive change.

Joining us at an exciting period of growth, you’ll have the chance to utilise your expertise to shape current and future operations, ensuring our services inform and empower tenants.

The focus of this role will be the relationships you create rather than the volume in your portfolio. So, if you’re ready to take on a new challenge where you’ll focus on quality, not quantity, we want to hear from you.

The Role

As a Housing and Support Manager, you will lead and support the delivery of all tenant housing and support operations in Birmingham and Wolverhampton.

Leading the West Midlands Housing and Support team, you will build new customer relationships, increase our network and ensure our existing connections stay strong.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, your role will involve:

- Directly managing 10-15 team members
- Ensuring operations meet legal requirements
- Increasing tenant empowerment and maximising rental income
- Generating new business
- Effectively using networks and forums to build a recognisable profile and brand
- Managing and developing relationships with new and existing landlords
- Enhancing your team’s capabilities, capacity and efficiency through process development
- Managing property and housing maintenance, management and caretaking services
- Achieving targets for all tenant housing and support operations

About You

To join us as a Housing and Support Manager, you will need:

- To have experience as a Housing Manager or Team Leader within a housing support environment
- Experience of either leading or being part of a project
- The ability to demonstrate a solid track record within housing
- Strong leadership and motivational skills

Other organisations may call this role Property and Support Manager, Housing Support Manager, Housing Project Manager, Housing Manager, Tenancy Manager, Tenancy Support Manager, Property Manager, or Lettings Manager.

This is a full-time role, working 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday.

Webrecruit and Ashley Community Housing Ltd 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 to take your next step as a Housing and Support 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.

The role

This role will be responsible for managing key relationships with existing and potential corporate members, across various financial services. You will liaise with senior professionals keen to engage with CFG and our charity members, with firms including Natwest, Bates Wells, and Goldman Sachs. You will ensure that members receive exceptional customer service, maximise income generation from a variety of activities, and support the creation of a viable pipeline for new income streams.

Why work for us?

We are a friendly team with a great sense of humour that enjoys the work that we do. There is lots of potential for development for talented individuals within CFG, and we can provide an excellent platform for career progression within the sector. We also offer a superb range of benefits including flexible working and a generous pension contribution.

Deadline for applications

We will be reviewing candidates as and when we receive CVs and cover letters and will appoint as soon as we meet the right person. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please apply early. This position is available immediately.

WHATEVER IT TAKES will break the destructive cycle of children and young people committing crimes so that, instead, they make a positive contribution to our society and build better lives for themselves.

This newly established organisation has been founded by four of the UK's leading innovators in social policy, all of whom have an exceptional track record of turning an initial concept into concrete change. It offers a radical blueprint for challenging the way services are designed and delivered that will produce dramatically improved outcomes at significantly lower costs.

During these unprecedented times, the need for guidance and assistance for our children and young people will be greater than ever. This is why it is vital that we continue recruitment for this critical position despite the current global pandemic.

Whatever It Takes

CEO

London

Salary commensurate with the role

We are seeking the person who is going to drive WIT. You are an outstanding leader who is deeply committed to delivering WIT for the children and young people who need it most. You are a dynamic, thoughtful and talented entrepreneur. You seek responsibility and inspire others to succeed. You are comfortable with ambiguity, able to shift and change with ease as WIT grows. Others look to you for guidance and inspiration. You are a risk-taker, and those risks pay off. You will scale WIT to a financially sustainable national model for delivering exceptional outcomes for children and young people. In doing so, you will become a leading national authority on how to solve one of society's most harmful and costly problems.

You will be the first full time employee at WIT and you will build a team around you that can deliver the first WIT teams within a year. You will be the face of the organisation raising money, building support and promoting the vision. The Director of Practice will be your first direct report and alongside them you will ensure that the WIT teams are set up for success, delivering excellent quality programmes and able to rapidly learn from mistakes. WIT's board want you to grow WIT into a successful national organisation over the next five years.

Closing date: 26 April 2020

Interviews with Prospectus: 6-13 May 2020

Interviews with Whatever It Takes: 25 May 2020

The dates and format of interviews may be subject to change and applicants will be advised in advance should this happen. 

To learn more about this unique opportunity, and to find out how to apply, please read the full appointment brief, on the Prospectus website, which can be reached by clicking on the “Apply on Website” Button.

The Religious Education Council (REC) of England and Wales is the umbrella body for organisations involved in Religious Education. It recently sponsored the influential Commission on RE and is now working on the implementation of the Commission’s report. It runs the prestigious RE Quality Mark Scheme (REQM).

The small REC staff are working from home during the current lockdown. The REC registered office is at the CAN Mezzanine near Old Street Station in London, where a desk is normally rented. The IEO will be home-based, making some visits to the office when it opens again or to meetings once the current emergency passes.

Following the appointment of our CEO, Rudolf Eliott Lockhart, to be CEO of the Independent Schools Association with effect from 1st August 2020, the REC is looking to appoint a contractor to manage the REC on an interim basis. The contract will commence on 1st June 2020, or as soon as possible thereafter, to allow for an overlap period of about a month and will finish at the end of March 2021. During this interim period the Board will plan for the next phase of the REC’s work.

Working closely with our Communications and Executive Officer, the key responsibility will be to ensure that the REC delivers on its contracts and commitments (statutory and otherwise) and maintains its services to members during the interim period. The contractor will support the Board in its work of planning for the next phase of the REC’s work.

The successful contractor will be accountable to the Board and will work closely with the REC Chair, Professor Trevor Cooling.

The REC has a budget in the region of £40K for this contract. Tenders will be expected to identify which elements of the work can be delivered by the bidder and the relevant expertise that is offered. It may be possible to accept different tenders for different elements of the work.

The timetable for awarding the contract is as follows:

Closing date for tenders - 21st April

Invitation to Interview - 24th April

Virtual Interviews - 1st May

The key responsibilities of the successful contractor will be:

• Overseeing and supporting the REC Communications and Executive Officer in providing clerking services to the Board and its four committees, including the preparation and processing of papers and implementation of decisions.
• Supporting the Board’s four Officers and participating in their monthly meetings.
• Implementing the policies and decisions of the Board.
• Reporting to the Board on all aspects of the REC’s work
• Coordinating the work of the Board’s four committees to ensure the overall coherence of the REC’s work .
• Maintaining the efficient and effective operation of the REC office during its homeworking stage and when the office reopens.
• Supporting the REC Communications and Executive Officer in his responsibility for the day-to-day function of running the REC.
• Supporting the consultants under contract to the REC (currently REQM Manger, fund raiser, web-developer, bid-writer) in the effective and efficient delivery of their contracts.
• Ensuring that the REC manages and accounts for its financial resources efficiently and effectively and fulfils its statutory compliance responsibilities.
• Making arrangements for REC General meeting in November 2020.
• Management of the Worldview Project including the major conference scheduled for October 2020
• Management of the Local Area Network Pilot Project.
• Supporting the REC Communications and Executive Officer in the management of the Young Ambassadors Scheme.

• Supporting and advising the Board in its consideration of the next steps for the REC.

Chief Executive Officer

Cornwall Mind

Salary £25,500 pa based on 26.5 hours a week

Hours may vary in the future particularly if growth in funded services is achieved

Location Mid Cornwall

A fantastic opportunity has arisen at Cornwall Mind for a new CEO to head this amazing and successful fully independent mental health charity. Cornwall mind is a newly merging Mind which was formerly known as Carrick Mind & Restormel Mind.These are exciting times for our charities to form one large charity, enabling us to be more competitive across the board. Our charities have been leaders in supporting and educating the local community and aim to reduce stigma and discrimination around mental health issues by raising awareness.

We have been the leading mental health charities in Cornwall for 26 years and have a great public and online profile. We host events each year across Cornwall reaching many diverse sections of our community. Our programs and projects support hundreds of people each year.

Location: Mid Cornwall

Expected Interview date: Week Beginning 13th April

The client requests no contact frommedia sales.

Please send

Cv

Covering letter

Statement explaining interest and what you would bring to the role

References

DBS information 

Closing date: 3.4.20

VSO is the world's leading international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty. Working in 24 countries around the world, our unique role in international development is to place committed volunteers with carefully selected organisations where their skills can have the greatest impact. Our extraordinary volunteers live and work in some of the world's poorest communities. Sharing their unique skills and experience to generate new ideas and new ways of doing things, helping the communities they work in lift themselves out of poverty. We're not about delivering quick fixes, but instead we focus on long-lasting, sustainable change, that will impact generations to come. Join us and help us work towards our vision of a world without poverty.

The answers to poverty, inequality and discrimination are already out there. They are the Changemakers, and they are living in developing countries across the world. VSO provide the training. We unlock the potential in others - the people who have the power to transform their own lives. What's more, when they pass their training on, its impact will grow and grow. Together, they will change the world for the better.

VSO is at a crucial point in its development. It is shifting its approach to place volunteering for development at the heart of its programmes and to create clear pathways for change, relevant to global thematic areas of focus and products. To underpin this, there is a requirement for funding to increase and diversify in order to deliver ambitious growth plans. At the heart of our Public Fundraising Strategy is the delivery of the best supporter experience to engage our loyal supporters and reach out to new audiences and to motivate the public to engage with our vision and purpose: A fair world for everyone: Creating lasting change through volunteering.

If you're a passionate fundraiser, then VSO is somewhere you can shape fundraising strategy and plans within an ambitious, friendly and inspiring culture. We are looking for an experienced Senior Supporter Engagement Officer to contribute to the development and delivery of a rich donor acquisition programme, helping us understand and attract new, committed supporters who are inspired by VSO's work.

You will play a vital role in the Acquisition Team within VSO's Supporter Engagement Team. You will support the delivery of a long-term fundraising and brand engagement campaign, leading on digital fundraising and DRTV. You'll support the development of a new fundraising product as well as helping to recruit new donors to our existing regular giving product through new and existing channels. You'll also need to develop strong relationships with teams across VSO raising the profile of the Fundraising team and campaigns, including working with the retention team on supporter journeys to increase the lifetime value of each new supporter we acquire.

In return we offer a range of benefits:
* A friendly and supportive office environment
* Opportunities for flexible working and working from home
* Generous annual leave of 37days (inclusive of public holidays)
* Competitive pension (matched at 5%)
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Lunch time activities
* Professional development
* Assistance programme

VSO believe progress is only possible by working together. Our selection process includes an assessment based on the ability to:
* be open minded and respectful
* be resilient and adaptive to new situations
* facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
* seek and share knowledge

VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply

VSO reserves the right to close this job early

Blue Triangle Housing Association is a provider of accommodation and support to vulnerable people across the West of Scotland. The mission of the organisation is to support, accommodate and assist vulnerable people to achieve better lives. The organisation works with people of all ages and backgrounds and provides access to learning and development, training, housing and additional support to those affected by drugs and alcohol.

Blue Triangle Housing Association is an award-winning charitable organisation that works with individuals with challenging behaviours and needs and helps them to build better lives that lead to better futures.

Harris Hill is working with Blue Triangle to recruit a new Chief Executive that will lead them into the next stage of the organisation’s growth and development in order to further impact their service users.

The new CEO will have the wide-reaching task of developing new income streams, digital transformation and providing strong and effective leadership that impacts performance and leads to the best possible outcomes for service users. Ideally the preferred candidate will have experience within the charitable sector as well as knowledge and experience of the homeless sector and regulatory issues in Scotland.

As many of the organisation’s employees are based in regions across the West of Scotland the new CEO must have strong communication skills and have a flexible and entrepreneurial approach to take the organisation forward in line with its strategic objectives.

The closing date for applications: Friday 17th April 2020

1st stage interviews: Tuesday 28th April 2020

2nd  stage interviews: Tuesday 5th May 2020

If you would like to submit an application or would like to learn more about the role and the organisation then please contact Jason Jederon, Senior Consultant or Aled Morris, CEO at Harris Hill.

Position: Head of Supported Employment
Location: Open to flexible working options, with an expectation to base some days at the central office in Epsom, Surrey. 
Salary & Details: £40,000, permanent
Company: SeeAbility, charity, learning disabilities, autism, supported employment.

In 2020, SeeAbility will be launching its first supported employment programme with the aim of enabling people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss to secure and retain work that matches their talents and meets their career ambitions.

We’re now looking for a Head of Supported Employment who will lead and establish this exciting programme to create real opportunities that will make a tangible difference to people’s lives.

Scope of the Job

• To develop a supported employment programme for SeeAbility based on the National Occupational Standards for supported employment and the British Association for Supported Employment guidelines
• As the programme develops, lead a team of Job Coaches who are trained in the National Occupational Standards for supported employment
• To develop a portfolio of employers and to secure funding to ensure the sustainability of the programme

If you share our values, believe passionately that paid work is positive and possible for everyone and have a successful track record of delivering and securing funding for supported employment programmes – we’d love to hear from you!

In return: We offer a range of benefits including flexible working options, season ticket loan, company pension, life assurance schemes and discounts and cashback at hundreds of shops, restaurants and activities.

For the full list of our extraordinary benefits please visit our website.

*Please note. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found