The position is a temporary contract (12 months) to assist a Legal Team of solicitors and case workers during a period of maternity leave.  The role is based in Manchester, though currently working primarily from home.

The primary function of the role will be to manage a caseload of property transactions including residential and commercial sales and purchases, commercial leases and other Landlord and Tenant related queries, deeds of covenants and other related transactions under the supervision of the Legal Team Manager.

You will need to have:

• At least two years post qualification or equivalent experience, ideally with a working knowledge of Charity and Trust Law and related property transactions;
• Experience of residential and commercial property;
• Sufficient general background in legal practice;
• Efficient communication skills to contribute effectively within the Legal team; and .
• Although not essential, background knowledge of the Methodist Church and its structure would be useful.

The applicant need not be a member of the Methodist Church but must be sympathetic to the ethos of this denomination and exhibit a keen awareness of and respect for the priorities of those in contact with our organisation.

Due to the short term nature of the contact, training time will be limited: the successful candidate must be a fast learner, able to adapt quickly and follow tasks through with minimal supervision.

We are looking for four exceptional people to join us as trustees who can help ensure that we have a high performing Board during a period that we may end up looking back on as among the most crucial in our history.

We are hugely proud of the impact we have had on behalf of people affected by blood cancer. The £500 million we have invested in research over the last 60 years has saved many thousands of lives, and we are now in a position where the day we will beat blood cancer is finally in sight. But with the coronavirus crisis already having had a big impact on our income, it is more vital than ever that we have the strong strategic leadership to keep our mission to beat blood cancer on course.

As a Board, we know we need to become more diverse to better reflect the community we serve and share with us new ideas and opinions, so we would welcome approaches from the following:

• Individuals from black and ethnic minority communities.
• Younger people who may not have had previous board experience but have other experiences, for example: of committee work, associations and other team decision making experience.
• Individuals who have personally been affected by blood cancer who have the capacity to support us as a trustee
• Experience in the following fields would be of interest to us: Medical Research, Audit, and Finance.
• Individuals who have experience of information support for blood cancer patients and health policy.
• Influencers who have experience with fundraising and have celebrity or VIP connections that could be further explored.
• Members of a minority group through physical or cultural characteristics.

This is a challenging but very rewarding role and your contribution could assist the blood cancer community in a huge way.

If you would like an opportunity to make a difference and contribute in a positive way we would encourage you to apply to join us on our journey, please share with us your CV, along with a brief Cover Letter outlining your interest and how you feel you could add value to our cause.

If you would like to know more prior to applying please feel free to get in touch with Louise Keegan - Recruitment Officer at Blood Cancer UK for an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity. 

The closing date for this opportunity is: Midday on Saturday, 31 October 2020.

Thank you for your interest in Blood Cancer UK and we very much look forward to hearing from you!

Please note: Should we be successful in our search for suitable individuals prior to the closing date we reserve the right to close this opportunity early.

About upReach
upReach is a fast growing, award winning national charity that helps university students from the most disadvantaged backgrounds get top graduate jobs. We help these young people achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of career support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment.

Our work is important because right now those from comprehensive schools are 17 times less likely than those from selective schools to secure graduate roles at some top employers.

We are working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. Building on the success of the past five years, upReach’s current partners include Allen & Overy, Bank of America, the Civil Service Fast Stream, Deloitte, McKinsey & Company and Slaughter and May. We also partner with universities including Exeter, King’s College London, Liverpool, Warwick and Manchester.

This academic year, over 1600 undergraduates (we call them upReach Associates) are being supported through our unique programme of application guidance, soft skills workshops, video forums (small group, online seminar-style sessions), mentoring and professional experience. We aim to support 2,500 per year by 2022, while maintaining our personalised approach and expanding the support offered.

Our impact is clear; a 2019 analysis by the University of Exeter shows that the Exeter students we supported outperformed their more advantaged peers. Despite the many barriers to graduate success, upReach’s tailored programme of support is helping Associates outperform fellow students long after graduation.

upReach is a dynamic organisation. We have invested in class-leading technology to facilitate, deliver and evaluate our programmes. The upReach Graduate Employability Framework (GEF), against which all of our activities are mapped, enables students to understand their employability and plan their learning. We built getEmployable to provide all students with a means to measure their employability using the GEF. Our contextualised grade model, REALrating, is used to better understand academic potential rather than relying on grades alone.

The strength of our online platform and resources have enabled us to continue to support students throughout the Covid-19 crisis. Since lockdown began, there has been a significant increase in demand for upReach support; 100% of planned face-to-face events have been adapted into virtual equivalents or postponed to a later date. While we remain alert to the increased uncertainty about the economic outlook due to Covid-19, our ambition and growth strategy remain intact.

To find out more about upReach and how we support our students, visit our website and read our latest Annual Report.

About the Role
upReach are looking to appoint an additional trustee who can bring:

• A passion for social mobility
• A track record in delivering new technology projects and/or growing online platforms/products/websites

Previous trustee or non-executive experience would be desirable but not essential. More important is the experience, credibility and influencing skills which the individual can bring to the Board, along with a willingness to leverage their networks to support the charity’s growth, and a strong commitment to the Nolan principles of public life. We particularly welcome applications from women, ethnic minorities and applicants who would further enhance diversity at Board level.

About the Board

• The upReach Board consists of nine trustees including the Chair and three “upReach Alumni” who were formerly upReach Associates.
• There are 4 board meetings per year (normally held after working hours) plus an annual strategy day.
• Up to a further 2 days a year may be required to attend events or otherwise support the charity.

We are looking for new Trustees.

An opportunity to work with one of Barnet’s leading community organisations and to develop your own professional skills.

We are keen to recruit trustees who have specialist skills in the following areas: finance, fundraising, marketing, human resources, communications, management and other experience relevant to the development of our work and our organisation.  At this time, we have a particular need to recruit Trustees who have experience in digital / IT, marketing, campaigning, fundraising and finance areas.

In these extraordinary times, we are looking for an extraordinary person who has the passion, drive and determination to make a difference to the lives of girls in South Sudan.

Investing in girls’ education transforms communities, countries and the entire world.  Girls who receive an education are less likely to marry young and more likely to lead healthy, productive lives. They earn higher incomes, participate in the decisions that most affect them, and build better futures for themselves and their families.  Girls’ education strengthens economies and reduces inequality. It contributes to more stable, resilient societies that give all individuals – including boys and men – the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

Friends of Ibba Girls School, South Sudan (FIGS) is a UK charity set up to support the foundation of a girls’ boarding school in Ibba County, a remote rural area of South Sudan.  Amidst all the challenges facing the country, Ibba Girls School has not lost a single day of schooling since it opened in 2014, until the current pandemic enforced temporary closure.  The aim of the school is to provide high quality primary and secondary education for 360 girls aged 10 to 18 years, from across Western Equatoria State in South Sudan (an area the size of Scotland).  The long-term aspiration of the school is to educate girls to become knowledgeable and empowered women who are able to contribute to the development of their communities, and contribute to the leadership of South Sudan to secure its future stability.  

The Trustees of the Friends of Ibba Girls School, South Sudan are searching for a new Chair to lead it from a successful start-up into a sustainable and resilient organisation for the next 5 to 10 years.  The Trustees are keen to find the right person for the next phase of the Charity’s development and someone who will share our vision and values.  With the pandemic, all charities are facing challenges, but FIGS has risen to the challenges and has a great deal to offer for the future.  The aim is for the school is to become fully self-sustaining but for the time being, it is funded predominantly by charitable donations.  Securing donations remains a key focus for the Chair. 

This position offers a rare opportunity to lead a small and successful UK based organisation, which is already making a significant difference to lives of girls, their families and communities, and to national and international thinking and action about how to improve the quality of education in South Sudan.  At this pivotal time of change, the next Chair will need to act as ambassador for the school, fronting relationships with key stakeholders and providing strong leadership for the board. The new Chair will be expected to demonstrate a visible passion and commitment to girls’ education in sub-Saharan Africa, along with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

The Trustees would welcome applications from people of all backgrounds including from the South Sudanese diaspora. 

The role is voluntary and the time commitment is flexible.

For a candidate pack, please email Julie Lodrick on the application email stated

Hibiscus empowers and champions the rights of marginalised Foreign National, Black, Minority Ethnic and Refugee women in prison and the community, those in detention and families facing removal.

With over 30 years’ experience we provide advocacy, support and specialist services to reduce isolation, facilitate rehabilitation and provide effective advocacy within the criminal justice and immigration systems. We empower our clients to make informed choices and positive changes to their situation. We support over 1,000 clients from over 120 countries each year.

Trustees

London

Unremunerated

As some long-standing Trustees come to the end of their terms, we are looking for new Trustees that will play a vital role in inspiring and supporting us to continue to build upon our strong reputation and ensure our crucial and much needed support services are delivered to those most in need.

We are looking to recruit three Trustees who bring a strategic insight in one or more of the following areas:

• Fundraising – Experience of statutory fundraising and grants/trusts.
• Legal – Knowledge of immigration/human rights/family law/legal aid.
• Communications/Marketing – Communications experience of supporting nuanced messaging to different audiences, extending our reach and understanding reputational risk.
• Policy – Understanding how to influence and achieve policy change at government level.
• Human Resources/Organisational Development

Hibiscus is committed to achieve greater diversity in its Board and actively encourages applications from Foreign Nationals and Black, Minority Ethnic and Refugee individuals. We also welcome applications from individuals who bring an empathy, knowledge or understanding of working with marginalised women in numerous settings including the criminal justice system, in community, in court, and in detention. We also offer training and support to individuals who have not been Trustees before. 

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.

Deadline for applications: Sunday 4 October at midnight

Interviews with Prospectus: w/c 12 October/ w/c 19 October

Final Panel Interviews with Hibiscus: w/c 2 November

London Community Foundation exist to help develop strong and connected communities. They do this by inspiring individual and corporate philanthropy - as well as public sector funds - to invest in London's grassroots charities. The Foundation has unrivalled access to small charities and community groups across London and their role is to inspire London's wealth to support them. Having now made grants totalling £80 million since their founding in 1995, the Foundation has seen their annual grant awards grow from £60,000 to £9.5 million over this period.

Trustees

Unremunerated

London

London Community Foundation now seeks to grow the size of their Trustee Board to greater reflect their role in London's communities. This is an exciting time of growth for the Foundation as they continue to make more grants than ever before and are in the process of establishing a pro-bono advisory network to strengthen their reach into the City and its leaders.

The Board of London Community Foundation seek to recruit four new Trustees to support the continued ambition of the foundation in inspiring the Capital's generosity and investment in frontline, grassroots community organisations.

Specifically, London Community Foundation is interested in candidates who bring a background in one of the following areas:

• Experience of navigating London's philanthropy networks and working closely with donors

• CEO experience in a London based community focussed charity

• A strategic assurance background with experience of managing complex operational risk

• Local authority leadership experience in a London Borough

The successful candidates will be deeply invested in London, its diversity and its communities.

At LCF, we are committed to ensuring that how we are governed, our team and our partnerships all reflect the true diversity of London. We need to challenge ourselves and be challenged. We will fall short at times, but we will continue to learn and to support pro-active long-term change for grassroots organisations and the communities they serve. We actively encourage applications from those that have lived experience of benefitting from community projects in London. We strongly encourage applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups will shortly be under-represented on our Board due to the expiry of Trustee Terms.

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.

Closing date: Sunday 25 October 2020

Initial Interviews with Prospectus: w/c 2 & w/c 9 November

Final stage interviews with LCF: w/c 23 November

Quaggy Development Trust (QDT) is a Charitable Trust organisation based on the borders of Greenwich and Lewisham delivering services through nurseries, children’s centres and a café.

Formed in 2003, we have demonstrated consistent growth, and currently have annual income in excess of £2 million, net assets of over £1.5 million, and 60+ dedicated employees.

We are looking for a fully qualified Finance Director to report to, and work closely with, the Chief Executive and the Board of Trustees.  Responsibilities will include all aspects of financial management, active development and support of organisational strategy, and monitoring systems, controls and grant proposals to secure and maintain the long-term health of the Charity. You will lead the reporting and analysis of all financial information and will develop and implement recommendations aimed at delivering the most cost effective outcomes consistent with the Charity’s constitution.

You must be a fully qualified member of a recognised UK (or equivalent) professional accounting body (defined as CCAB or CIMA). Previous experience in the charity sector would be an advantage but not essential.

The position is part-time, working 2 - 3 days per week. Salary range (based on full-time earnings) is £44,916 to £55,941 per annum. Some evening and occasional Saturday working will be required.

Quaggy Development Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding, and promotes the welfare and confidentiality of all service users. If successful, you will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. All interested applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Executive Director

The Linacre Institute

Home-based or office-based in Sheffield , (location flexible). 

£39-41,000 per year (this may be negotiable)

Permanent, Full time or 4 days a week

Job Description

Closing date: Thursday 8 October at 5pm

Job pack with further information: available here

We’re looking to appoint a dynamic, driven leader as the new Executive Director of our ground-breaking social-mobility charity.

Reporting to the Trustees, this leadership position provides a real opportunity to drive and develop our 5-year strategy - and to change many lives for the better.

This is an exciting moment to lead the charity. Since 2014, we  have pioneered an independently proven and very successful model of helping students in the ex-industrial North reach the world’s best universities. Our success rates match those of the UK’s leading schools, and many students have described Linacre as life-changing.

Now we want you to lead on growing the charity, to give that life-changing chance to many more young people.

You will shape this exciting growth of our core programme, and drive the fundraising to pay for it. You will get stuck in as well as stand back and see the bigger picture. You will shape a growing team, which includes former Linacre students.

In doing that you will make a lasting impression on a charity recognised as one the UK’s most promising drivers of social-mobility.

The Executive Director has four key accountabilities: for delivery of our mission and strategic objectives; for finance; for shaping a successful and happy team; and for the wellbeing and performance of the charity.

What we’re looking for

We‘re looking for a driven, highly capable candidate who can lead growth. You will have an eye for operational detail as well as the big picture, and an ability to form the strong partnerships that growth will depend on. You will produce creative ideas rooted in a sensitivity to the lives of young people in northern England, as well as to the operation of the universities they aspire to.

We are open to candidates with these skills from a range of fields.

The successful candidate will share a commitment to our values.

If this sounds exciting, we’d love to hear from you.

A full job pack with more information is available here

Apply

Send a CV and Cover Letter to Jenny Upton outlining

(a) your suitability for the role AND

(b) practical ideas for the implementation of the Institute’s vision (see 5-year strategy)

The closing date is 5pm on Thursday 8 October.

The Linacre Institute, is a charity registered in England (1156821).

We are looking for an experienced and talented Fundraising Manager who can develop and execute an effective fundraising strategy to deliver growth across a wide range of existing and new income streams.

You will have the proven ability to research and develop winning fundraising applications, negotiate sponsorship deals and develop and maintain positive relationships with donors. A natural multi-tasker, you will have the flexibility to manage a varied workload, juggling responsibility for meeting bid deadlines, ensuring delivery of fundraising events, reporting to funders and managing key corporate accounts. With attention to detail and excellent written and verbal presentation, you will also have the negotiation and project management skills to co-ordinate the production of complex bids and budgets.

Age UK Hammersmith and Fulham works to improve the quality of life and enhance the status and influence of older people. Between now and 2022, we intend to diversify our income, particularly from unrestricted sources, to sustain and develop our work. The Fundraising Manager role is a new management post, working closely with the CEO and sitting on the Fundraising Committee with Trustees.

The Trustees of Waterhouse and Mackintosh Memorial Homes wish to appoint a Lead Warden and Assistant Warden to support the Residents' of Waterhouse and Mackintosh Homes, Halifax.

If you are looking for a new challenge, come and join our Community and Team at Waterhouse and Mackintosh Homes, Halifax!

The Trustees of Waterhouse and Mackintosh Homes are seeking to fill the roles of Lead Warden and Assistant Warden (which may be part-time) commencing early 2021. For further information regarding the Charities please visit the Charities' website to gain an insight into our warm and welcoming community.

The roles would suit a couple, two people with the appropriate skills who are used to working together in a similar environment or the two roles could be considered independently. The roles are rewarded by an attractive renumeration package including accommodation (Lead Warden), pension contributions and holiday entitlement.

The Lead Warden has historically been a live-in role. The Trustees are looking for a warm, engaging and approachable person with experience in providing high standards of compassionate care for older people. They will have good IT skills, preferably be qualified in First Aid and Manual Handling or have a willingness to gain the relevant qualifications. They will be able to foster good working relationships with other members of staff and Trustees.

The Assistant Warden will be equally approachable, have IT, maintenance and gardening skills, the ability to supervise visiting contractors and note the general maintenance of the properties. They will have a willingness to gain qualifications in First Aid and Manual Handling and will be able to foster good working relationships with other members of staff and Trustees. This does not have to be live in role but the Assistant Warden must live within a reasonable distance of the Homes in case of emergency.

Both roles will include a degree of 24hr cover for the Residents’ of the Homes; additional cover is in place for when Wardens wish to take holiday entilitement.

Both roles will be subject to an enhanced DBS check

The closing date for Applications is 5pm on 18th September 2020.

If you require any further information please contact The Clerk via email through the Charities' website

The current Wardens retire following a twenty seven year period of service in January 2021; it is anticipate that interviews will be held on October 8th 2020, Covid-19 restrictions permitting.

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated individual to lead and develop this well-established and highly respected local charity situated in North Nottinghamshire. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, have a management background, be passionate, creative and committed to the work of the charity.  Recently the charity has completed a major build and refurbishment project at the Hospice. This now presents a unique and exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to work with the board to develop the role of the charity to meet the challenges ahead and support the provision of palliative care for the future.

Main purpose of the role:

• To lead the charity with innovation, motivation and inspiration

• To achieve the strategic objectives and business plan set by the board of trustees.

• Work closely with all stakeholders to develop and deliver excellence in all aspects of the work of the charity

• Promote and enhance the values and reputation of the charity within the community

• Ensure that the charity fulfils its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibility

Principal duties and responsibilities

• Work closely with the board of trustees to develop and deliver the operating strategy and business objectives in order to manage the charity effectively.

• Positively lead and manage fund raising and social media opportunities raising the profile of the charity within the community

• Lead, manage and develop the team of staff and volunteers.

• Prepare and deliver the financial and legal objectives of the charity

• Effectively liaise with stakeholders in all aspects of the work of the charity.

• Manage the estate of the charity, including the hospice building, shops and office

The role is about being a visible part of the day to day running of the charity, getting involved, supporting the staff and volunteers and making a difference. 

Bassetlaw Hospice is committed to promoting equality and diversity within the organisation.

Are you a qualified accountant with experience of managing public sector and charitable funds?  Do you have the knowledge, experience and confidence to be the lead finance professional advising senior management and the Trustees?  Are you seeking a new challenge in an organisation that is financially stable, operationally dynamic and team oriented?  Do you want to make a difference in the lives of those who serve in the Armed Forces and the communities that support them?  If so then we invite you to consider joining our team as the charity’s first Director of Finance and Operations. 

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) supports the Armed Forces Covenant by delivering grant programmes that create real change to Armed Forces communities across the UK.  It is a charity and is classified as a Non-Departmental Public Body (NDPB).  The Trust manages the Covenant Fund which has an annual commitment from HM Treasury of £10M, as well as other funds on behalf of government and external organisations.  To find out more about our work please visit our website

The Role 

The Director of Finance and Operations will be responsible for oversight of the Trust’s sound financial and operations management, including HR operations, office management and aspects of governance.  The successful candidate will take the lead as the Trust formalises its finance, HR and governance processes.  Also crucial is supporting the Chief Executive to execute her responsibilities as Accounting Officer of the NDPB and to ensure compliance with the HM Treasury (HMT) Managing Public Money handbook. 

Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Director will work collaboratively with the Director of Grants and the Director of Policy and Communications as part of the Executive Management Team (EMT).  The EMT in turn work together with Trustees to develop the organisation’s strategic direction, and the full staff team from across the UK to ensure its execution.

The role has the following key responsibilities: 

• Develop and monitor the Trust’s financial strategy and the associated governance framework

• Compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, including all requirements related to charity, company and NDPB status and all requirements of a UK employer 

• Financial reporting to MOD and HMT in respect of the Trust’s grant-in-aid, incidental grants and NDPB obligations 

• Champion and ensure compliance with policies and procedures designed to safeguard the Trust’s assets and employees 

• Oversee the overall risk and control environment, including procurement and business continuity 

• Delivery timely and informative analysis of actual results against budget, with specific responsibility for non-grant expenditure 

• Management of HR operations and aspects of governance, including appropriate policies and procedures to safeguard the Trust and its employees

The Successful Candidate 

You will be a fully qualified accountant with experience developing, delivering and monitoring financial strategy in a UK charity or public body, ideally a grant making charity or public body.  You will have experience managing and reporting on the use of public funds, and ideally have experience of compliance with the HMT Managing Public Money handbook and OJEU procurement requirements.  You must be able to demonstrate an ability to manage HR operations, governance and office management, ideally through past experience.  You will have led financial and management account functions, as well as the statutory audit of accounts prepared in compliance with the charity SORP.

You will be a highly organised team player who is able to provide leadership across the organisation.  You will have the ability to manage several priorities and be comfortable representing the organisation at a senior level.  You will be proactive in the execution of your responsibilities, with proven experience to lead others through a process of change.  You will have a professional approach to work and be comfortable being hands-on operationally as needs require. 

The Offer: 

This part-time position is being offered at 2.5 – 3 days per week, or if additional flexibility is desired this can be worked as 11 – 13 days per month. 

The salary is £60,000 – £65,000 on an annualised basis, pro-rata for part-time.  The salary offered will be dependent on experience. 

Other benefits include 30 days of leave plus 2.5 hours per week protected time for personal development, both pro-rata for part-time, 8% employer pension contribution and medical insurance. 

Applications are welcomed from those who wish to work remotely, with occasional attendance at the Trust office near Victoria Station in London.  Since March 2020 the whole team has been working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The Trust is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and to providing development and training opportunities. 

This is a new role created to work closely with and in support of the Director in the core function of delivering an effective and efficient grants programme. The Grants & Development Officer will liaise with grant holders,applicants and other stakeholders, complete the grant assessment process, prepare papers for Trustees and support the Director in the development of new strategic funding models and programmes.