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The post holder will lead the design, development and delivery of services and associated strategic objectives and, as part of the Senior Management Team, contribute to the ongoing development of the charity. A key part of this role will be conducting feasibility studies and /or pilot projects to develop new services arising from the current strategic review.
Principle Responsibilities
Manage the development and delivery, to agreed levels of quality and effectiveness and within agreed budgets and timescales, of:
- Programmes to provide mobility equipment and to support families in need of such equipment through advocacy and other activities;
- Programmes to support disabled young people into work and long-term volunteering, including employer partnerships and work with employers;
- Programmes to prepare disabled young people for independent living;
- Programmes of work with the families of disabled young people;
- Student and trainee self-advocacy, participation and co-production within my AFK;
- Contracts to provide services to and/or on behalf of public sector organisations;
- Programmes to recruit, train and deploy volunteers within my AFK.
- Design and undertake feasibility studies into new service areas
In support of the activities listed above:
- Build effective relationships with senior management with partners to ensure that my AFK’s services meet the needs of disabled young people as they prepare for work and independent living;
- Ensure that my AFK’s services are delivered in line with evolving best practice in the delivery of support, and training for disabled young people and that my AFK staff are adequately trained in such current best practice;
- Ensure that appropriate reports on my AFK’s services are prepared and submitted on time, as required by AFK’s trustees, funders and other relevant stakeholders;
- Ensure that appropriate personal, activity and outcome data recording systems are in place and used effectively including ensuring, in co-operation with the Director of Finance & Corporate Services, that data protection laws and regulations are adhered to;
- Review and evaluate the effectiveness of my AFK services, including the development and implementation of an appropriate outcomes framework;
- Work with the Chief Executive to develop, and where relevant implement, approaches to charging users and/or partner organisations for the provision of individual services;
- Ensure that services provided by external organisations are appropriate for my AFK’s needs; represent best value; and are delivered on time, within the agreed budget and to the appropriate quality;
- Establish strong partner relationships with relevant agencies, organisations and individuals;
- Work collaboratively with the Fundraising team to develop funding for projects and to promote my AFK’s work to stakeholders and the wider public;
- Work collaboratively with the Finance & Corporate Services team to manage the finances of my AFK’s services programmes and projects, including the appropriate control of income and expenditure, accounting and reporting of restricted funds;
- Work with the Chief Executive and other members of the Senior Management Team to develop my AFK’s budgets and strategic plans;
- Keep abreast of new legislation and initiatives for SEND and support disabled young people and ensure that my AFK responds appropriately;
- Be part of and contribute to the Senior Management Team.
- Any other duties as may be specified by the Chief Executive Officer.
Please include the following with your application:
• A comprehensive CV that includes your recent achievements and the details of two referees including your current or most recent Line Manager
• A supporting statement that addresses the headings in the Person Specification, along with your motivation for applying
my AFK is a national charity, helping disabled young people to develop their independence.
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Graduate Trainee Certified Accountant (ACCA)
Looking to build a long-term career in accountancy? Then look no further!
Apply for a Level 7 apprenticeship with BMS World Mission and you will gain valuable workplace experience while studying for the ACCA professional qualification.
At BMS World Mission we recruit high-calibre people with the skills, knowledge, and commitment to meet the demands of a diverse international charity.
We are looking for a graduate trainee accountant for our small, fast-paced Finance Team. We will provide a structured training programme covering all aspects of accounting, developed to complement your study schedule. There will also be opportunities to increase your skillset and knowledge of the not-for-profit sector in the UK and internationally.
Graduate Trainee Accountant role: As part of our Finance Team, you will gain experience in all areas of work including the processing of financial transactions, working with budget holders on budget preparation and interpretation of monthly management reports, assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts and the year-end financial statements, supporting overseas partners in strengthening their financial capacity, and reviewing internal controls across the organisation.
You will also gain in-depth experience of the systems used across the organisation. Through working with other departments, including on collaborative projects, you will gain invaluable experience and build your confidence with senior staff. You will develop adaptability through working with a diverse range of cultures and experiencing different ways of doing things.
Alongside your work, you will receive first-class professional training as you study for the Associate Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) qualification, enabling you to gain a full understanding of the technical aspects of accountancy.
Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire
Hours: 35 hrs per week / full time
Starting salary range: £19,560-£20,405
Closing date: 9 am, 30 June 2021
Interview date: Week commencing 12 July 2021
To discuss this role, please contact Caroline Trimble, Head of Finance at BMS World Mission.
BMS World Mission is a Christian mission organisation, working in around 30 countries on four continents. BMS believes in holistic mission, an ... Read more
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Full-time, two-year contract
Unlocked Graduates is an award-winning organisation that aims to change the way we develop society’s future leaders, as well as how we think about prisons and prisoners by focusing on rehabilitation and addressing the damage and cost of reoffending.
As a trainee assistant accountant at Unlocked, you will get an excellent start to your career in accountancy working in a dynamic, mission-driven charity. You will be mentored and line managed by the Financial Controller, with real responsibility and development opportunities from day 1. While working, you will complete an Apprenticeship in accountancy and bookkeeping. We will work with you to select the right apprenticeship (Level 2, 3 or 4) dependent on your experience to date. We will fully fund and support your studies, including offering 20% time to complete your study during work hours.
As a charity with a headcount of around 40 employees and income of over several million, the finance team is the perfect size to for the start of your career in accountancy: big enough to have significant work to do but small enough that you can see all elements of the finance function. We are growing each year with new experiences and opportunities available for our staff as we do.
For further details and how to apply, please click the apply button to be re-directed to our job’s portal.
Closing date: Noon on 5th July 2021.
First round interviews will take place online on the 8th and 9th July. There is space on the online application form for you to indicate limitations to your availability in this time.
We are seeking to appoint a further part-time Deputy Director to work with the Director and the other Deputy Directors to provide leadership for the Minster Centre and specifically for the development and delivery of the finance and operations functions (including HR and IT) and the development of new income streams.
Candidates will have previous experience of a leadership and management at a senior level roles and the ability to adjust style and approach to maximise team and individual performance and foster good working relationships across diverse groups.
THE MINSTER CENTRE
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Are you passionate about transforming care for children with neurological conditions around the world? BPNA works with a global network of experts to do exactly that. We're looking for an International Programme Assistant to support our growing programme of international activities.
With a focus on short courses in epilepsy, you'll ensure that healthcare workers around the world have the training they need to diagnose and treat the condition effectively. You'll support colleagues across 5 continents to organise these courses, working through challenges and solving problems as you go.
We are looking for someone with a positive mindset and 'can-do' attitude who has an interest in international development. Experience of supporting a team or working in a similar administrative role is essential. Your strong relationship-building skills will be central to this role, as will your willingness to learn.
The successful applicant will initially be employed until 31 March 2024, with the possibility of this being extended for the right candidate. In the short-term, this post will be based remotely. In the longer term, hybrid working is expected, with some days being worked from home and some days being worked from BPNA’s London office. The successful candidate will need to live within a commutable distance of this office.
To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) through CharityJob. Your covering letter should detail how your skills and experience meet the person specification. You must have the right to work in the UK.
First round interviews will take place on Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th July. Second round interviews will take place on Tuesday 20th July.
Please note that we will only be able to provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
The British Paediatric Neurology Association is a registered charity and is the professional organisation for doctors who specialise in th... Read more
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The Bar Human Rights Committee of England and Wales (“BHRC”) is seeking an energetic and experienced professional with confidence in project management, fundraising and governance to join the team as Project Officer as part of a job share.
The successful candidate and their job share partner will be jointly responsible for the day-to-day coordination of BHRC’s varied programme of projects and interventions. This involves a combination of long-term project work and short-term reactive work, often in response to urgent and developing situations.
This is a wide-ranging role. As a result, the successful candidate must be able to work independently but also productively as part of a small team, with strong administrative, communication and project management skills to support the delivery of the activities of BHRC’s Chair, Office Holders, Executive Committee and wider membership. We are looking for someone who is proactive and efficient with an eye for detail, who has experience working with smaller organisations.
Please read the job description for further information.
About the Bar Human Rights Committee of England and Wales
BHRC is the international human rights arm of the Bar of England and Wales, working to protect the rights of advocates, judges and human rights defenders around the world. BHRC is concerned with defending the rule of law and internationally recognised legal standards relating to human rights and the right to a fair trial. It is independent of the Bar Council.
Application process
Please provide:
- CV (maximum 2 sides of A4) outlining previous experience; and
- Cover Letter (maximum 500 words) explaining why you applied for this job and how you meet the person specification.
Applications sent without a cover letter will not be considered. The names and contact details of two referees will be sought prior to any offer of employment. Please do not include them in your application.
Please send your application by email. Please indicate “BHRC Project Officer (Job Share) Application” and your name in the subject heading.
Please provide all documents as PDF files.
You must already have the right to work in the UK.
Applications must be received by Monday 5 July at 9am. Late applications will not be considered.
Interviews will be conducted remotely.
No agencies please.
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The Bar Human Rights Committee of England and Wales (BHRC) is the international human rights arm of the Bar of England and Wales, working to pr... Read more
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Volunteering and a good public spirit are at the heart of every successful community and every contented individual. Watford & Three Rivers Trust have worked for over forty years to ensure that the local community benefits from voluntary groups that are welcoming, effective, accountable and sustainable, and to ensure that people can contribute to the design and delivery of the services on which they rely.
Watford & Three Rivers Trust promotes, supports and delivers activities that strengthen the local community. They run the CVS service supporting Watford charities on fundraising and governance, their Dragon's Apprentice Challenge has raised over 100k for Watford charities and every week they provide activities and contacts for 200 older people within the community. Each month, Watford & Three Rivers Trust complete around 200 interventions to help vulnerable people living at home and each year their volunteer drivers complete around 20,000 miles taking people to urgent appointments. In total, they manage two community centres hosting 2,500 community activities each year, and lead a partnership aimed at supporting 14,000 people a year to relieve pressures on the NHS and adult care services.
They are now looking for a Wellbeing Development Co-ordinator to join the team on a permanent basis.
Watford & Three Rivers Trust - Wellbeing Development Co-ordinator
Location: Watford - Hertfordshire
Salary: 30,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
The post-holder will be responsible for developing and delivering an innovative programme of health and wellbeing and social activities to successfully engage older people aged 55 years+.
Person specification
* Promote W3RT and its activities, and act in accordance with its principles.
* Attend meetings and events and represent W3RT as required.
* Contribute to fundraising and to project management.
* Work within agreed procedures, regulations and systems, including for accounting, expenses, communications, data collection, monitoring, and quality assurance.
* Establish and maintain professional and supportive relationships with colleagues and with partner organisations.
* Undertake such other work as may reasonably be required from time to time.
Closing date for applications: Monday 7th June at 5.00pm
We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.