Think Ahead is a national charity, working towards a society where everyone with mental health problems can flourish. This goal is more important and more challenging than ever, at a time when the coronavirus pandemic is putting people’s physical and mental wellbeing at greater risk.
We are looking for a senior finance and operations professional, with a track record of leadership in successful, growing organisations, to become our Finance and Operations Director. This role is part of our senior management team, working closely with the Co-Chief Executives, the other three Directors, and our board of trustees to lead the organisation.
This is an exciting moment for Think Ahead. Since becoming an independent charity in 2016 we have expanded our first programme – a graduate scheme providing talented graduates and career-changers with a new route into frontline mental health services – into every region of England. With the programme now well-established and secured by long-term Government funding, we are set to embark on a period of expanding and growing our activities and impact.
We need someone with the experience, skills, and passion to support and drive forward this strategy – not just leading first-class finance and operations functions, but also taking leadership roles in new projects and developing our overall infrastructure to support growth. If you’re excited by this opportunity, we are keen to hear from you.
Applications must be received by 9am on Monday 18 May 2020.
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THE BRENT CENTRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE:
The Brent Centre for Young People (BCYP) exists to improve young people’s lives so they can manage their challenges now and become happy and healthy adults. Our trained therapists are specialists in the provision of effective mental health treatment of young people who need it most.
Currently, the BCYP is the leading mental health charity for young people in North West London, supporting over 700 young people a year with a wide range of issues. We offer specialised treatment in the areas of suicide prevention, tackling self-harm, eating disorders, exam anxiety and more.
Set up over 50 years ago with focus on preventing suicide amongst adolescents, and working in the heart of the community, we expanded into schools in the 1990s, and work closely with the NHS and CAMHS. The Brent Centre is also an important Research Centre on Adolescent Breakdown and Psychotherapy.
Last year the Centre initiated an exciting process to prepare the next stages of growth. We are now searching for an outstanding Communications and Media Officer to develop the communications function, working together with the new management team. You will work with programme leads and teams to establish our voice amongst different partners, and support the Centre build its reputation.
Contract: Permanent, Full time.
Part time (4 days a week will be considered for the right candidate)
Location: Brondesbury Park, London NW6
Salary: £28,000-30,000 (dependant on experience)
Reporting to: Head of Development and Communications
Overall role
The ideal candidate will have an excellent track record of communication’s skills (strategy development, writing and storytelling skills), media relations and experience supporting the Leadership team and Board of Trustees. We are essentially seeking someone who has a flair for pursuing potential opportunities and who has a proactive and solutions focussed approach.
- Content and materials development - produce high-quality, engaging materials, resources and content that is in line with agreed branding and messaging; and effectively support the organisation’s communications strategy and activities (including content for website, press and social media)
- Events - plan, manage and deliver the communications activities around key events and global moments (for example World Mental Health Day, Marathon events, local community events).
- Stakeholder and partner relationships - manage relevant internal and external relationships with key partners
- Support the Head of Communications to build the Centre’s reputation with different stakeholders by creating targeted communication elements that speak to their values and ensure the BCYP is a relevant partner in the national and international debate about young people’s mental health.
- Develop a storytelling strategy to help our team engage with different audiences – funders, partner organizations and our community.
About you
The candidate should possess at least a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience of working in Communications at a respected social impact, government or international development organisation.
You are a creative and determined individual who can effectively utilise your genuine interest and demonstrable experience in communications. You are able to communicate effectively to a range of audiences in a variety of media. You are passionate about mental health in young people in the UK and would like to make a contribution to sharing knowledge about effective long-term treatment.
Deadline for applications: 5th April 2020
First round of interviews: Week commencing on April 20th 2020
Second round of interviews: Week of April 27th 2020
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.