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Are you interested in improving the lives of people who have been severely affected by their cancer treatment? The Pelvic Radiation Disease Association (PRDA) is seeking to recruit a skilled Services & Volunteer Coordinator to join its small team of staff and volunteers who are passionate about making a difference.
This is an exciting time to join the charity as we continue to develop our services. We are growing quickly as a charity while continuing to offer a personalised range of direct support services to people living with PRD.
The Role
The Services and Volunteer Coordinator will have two key roles – to develop and coordinate the delivery of our direct patient support services and to recruit to and manage our small team of volunteers in a variety of roles in order to enhance our work.
Who we are looking for
Our ideal candidate will be a skilled, empathetic communicator with excellent organisational skills who has experience in recruiting and supporting volunteers and managing services, preferably in a health charity.
The ability to gain and maintain volunteers’ confidence is essential, as is a commitment to equality and inclusion. Experience working within a support group or helpline type service would be advantageous, as would experience developing and delivering support services and/or project management experience.
Next steps
Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification for more details.
To apply please forward your CV and covering letter (of no more than 2 sides each) via the Charity Job website demonstrating how your experience matches the criteria set out in the Person Specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role description
The Communities Lead is a critical role in developing and delivering the Centre for Excellence in Community Investment, facilitating its national and local thematic networks, engaging with colleagues across and beyond the social housing sector and identifying potential opportunities for collaboration. We’re all about fostering communities of practice and supporting the sector to have a transformative impact in local communities it works alongside across the UK.
Working closely with the Head of Communities and Projects, the Communities and Network Lead will ensure that the activities of the Centre’s networks align with and inform the overarching strategy of the Centre for Excellence in Community Investment. Our networks are spaces for learning, collaboration, problem solving and building positive social impact.
As well as providing a light touch secretariat function to the networks, the post-holder will coordinate activities, identify potential speakers and liaise with network chairs to deliver programmes of work that engage and generate impact.
The Communities and Network Lead will be comfortable representing HACT and the Centre externally, identifying emerging trends and working with the Head of Communities and Projects, and other HACT colleagues, to support the delivery of a programme of work that delivers lasting impact across the social housing sector at a national level.
Key responsibilities
• Leading the development and delivery of the Centre for Excellence in Community Investment’s numerous networks, involving people across the housing sector in agreeing each network’s purpose, governance, membership and activity.
• Work closely with the Head of Communities to ensure that network activities align with and inform the overarching strategy and aims of the Centre for Excellence in Community Investment.
• Identify new opportunities for collaboration, working with network members to understand the outcomes they hope to achieve and with the Head of Communities and Projects and the Head of Business Development to develop potential project proposals.
• Developing and delivering project plans for each network, collating relevant metrics in order to report on progress internally and to project funders, as required.
• Support network groups, organising meetings, liaising with participants, involving them in key decisions, reporting on progress, shaping workplans.
• Identify new individuals, groups and organisations that will be of interest to the networks.
• Identify needs and opportunities across the community investment sector for capacity building support, consultancy and subscriptions.
• Collaborate closely with HACT’s marketing colleagues to share regular news and opportunities with our partners and to help share the stories of community investment.
• Represent HACT and the Centre in external sector events and other relevant forums
• Actively building your profile across the sector through speaking engagements, posts to social media, and HACT communications channels, by working with colleagues to identify and develop content out of your insights from network meetings.
• Staying abreast of social housing sector issues and discussions and feed these into HACT work.
Location: Remote working with travel to London and other partners of the UK to meet partners and colleagues as required
Person specification
Essential:
• Experience of group facilitation and effective chairing of meetings in multi-agency settings.
• Experience of organising events, meetings and networks.
• Experience working on projects that have a national reach.
• Excellent organisational skills and familiar with using project management tools to juggle multiple workstreams.
• An enthusiasm to work at the cutting edge of new thinking, to be curious and confident about new ideas and willing to learn.
• Experience of engaging, communicating and building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at different levels.
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable and to thrive on the challenge of working in a developing area.
• Knowledge of community investment and the role social housing plays in communities.
• At least three years’ experience working in social housing or an associated sector.
• Ability to identify, conceptualise and propose projects that respond to emerging opportunities.
Desirable:
• Ability to communicate complicated ideas in simple terms, including experience of developing content.
• Research and evaluation skills.
• Experience of working in a role or setting that supports training and learning & development
• Knowledge of co-production and community engagement practices.
HACT and community investment
Our reputation in this space is founded on:
• the Centre for Excellence in Community Investment, a virtual centre we established in 2018, through which we provide webinars, conferences and thematic and regional networks;
• our UK Social Value Bank, and Social Value Insight tool, that enables organisations to model, monitor and measure the impact of their community investment activities;
• our Local Data Insight tool that enables organisations to understand the needs of local
• the Green Skills Programme, established in 2023, through which we are working with local housing associations, local stakeholders and specialist training providers to deliver green skills training in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole;
• energy support for social housing residents: since 2020, we have distributed over
£5.75 million in energy support to social housing residents through a network of over 280 housing associations and charities across the UK.
• our research and consultancy services, including local needs analyses, service evaluations, community engagement and community investment strategies.
About HACT
Innovation in housing: it’s what we’ve always done
As the charity of the social housing sector, we have supported the transformation and development of housing providers for over 60 years.
We believe the provision of housing is about more than just bricks and mortar – it’s about enhancing peoples’ lives. To us, housing providers are at their most successful when focused on the social value they create and meeting the needs of their residents and investing in their thriving communities. We exist to help them do this.
• From our inception in 1960, we’ve been pioneers in driving change and creating key innovations – from the first HA’s to setting up Shelter to introducing Care and Repair
• We’ve created, supported and provided grants to numerous HA’s who are now part of the housing sector’s most respected organisations
• Our passion drove and continues to drive transformative action including the introduction of the Social Value Bank, the UK Housing Data Standards and the Centre for Excellence in Community Investment
HACT prides itself on its attractive Employee Value Preposition, which includes:
• Benchmarked salaries
• Working from home
• Flexi time working / TOIL
• Yearly annual leave increase
• Interest-free loans
• Christmas break
• CPI annual increase
• Personal development fund
• Mentoring and job shadowing
• Long service benefits
• Volunteering
• Continuous improvement
• Glasses and eye health
• Flu vaccinations
• Pension and life insurance
• Enhance maternity and sick pay
• Perkbox business rewards
To apply, please submit a copy of your CV and cover letter detailing what appeals to you about the role and how you are suitable.
To support the social housing sector to unlock the full potential of its social purpose, for the benefit of residents & local communities
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This is a fantastic role for an ambitious fundraising expert who likes to roll up their sleeves and combine strategic thinking, with active fund raising and the leadership of a team.
This is an ideal role for someone who is wanting to advance their career by taking on a senior role within the international NGO sector as part of Global Health Partnership’s (GHP’s) Leadership Team.
GHP has a strong track record in securing institutional funding. Our priority now is to build on this track record and further diversify our funding sources and innovate in how we fund our work to achieve greatest impact.
You will enjoy considerable autonomy as you continue to grow GHP’s visibility with external partners and our income, working with the full support of the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.
Here are the top four things we think you can be excited about:
- Being at the heart of the UK global health community, supporting UK NHS and other health workers to engage internationally, working closely with diverse partners including WHO, UK Government Departments and the NHS.
- Developing your own strategy and team to deliver growth in income across major donors and corporate supporters.
- Working with the recently formed business development team and with colleagues from across the organisation (in the UK and overseas) to identify opportunities for funding and developing bespoke proposals.
- Taking on a leadership role within GHP, contributing to the quality and strategic direction of its global health work.
MAIN RESPONSABILITIES
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive as a member of the Leadership Team. Responsibilities for Fund raising are distributed across many roles in the organisation, but you will be responsible for the development and delivery of the organisational Fundraising Strategy, paying particular attention to the diversification of our funding portfolio and ensuring all teams are supported to achieve their fundraising goals.
Your main focus will be on diversifying our funding sources, growing our income from major donors and corporate supporters and increasing our effectiveness and reach with trusts and foundations. You will have the autonomy to shape the role and make it your own. We encourage the successful candidate to showcase their creativity and strategic thinking to enhance our profile, attract and retain new donors and to grow income.
You will have impeccable stakeholder management, ensuring our core Partners, Stakeholders, Donors and Trustees receive timely, engaging and trusted updates on our work and impact, and have a positive experience of creating change with GHP.
You will be a positive, flexible, and hands-on team player who is able to create a team around projects and campaigns, as well as build strategic relationships with strategic donors, philanthropists and partners.
WHAT WE OFFER
· Flexible working hours
· Remote working arrangements, with regular travel to London
· Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave benefits
· Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
· 25 days annual leave plus three days off between Christmas and New Year
· Annual learning & development allowance
· 5% employer pension contribution when an employee contributes 3%.
· Cycle to work scheme.
· A friendly, supportive work environment.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates can apply by submitting a two-page cover letter stating why they are interested in this position, what they would bring to the role and how they fit the person's specification. This letter should be submitted with a CV by midnight Monday 20th January 2025, with ‘Head of Fund Raising’ in the subject line. Applicants must be available for interview and assessment over the following two weeks. GHP is an equal-opportunity employer, and any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. The job holder must be able to live and work in the UK. Non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Remote in the UK with travel to London once a month (at own cost)
Who we are
Animal Equality is an international animal protection organisation working with society, governments and companies to end cruelty to farmed animals. Animal Equality has offices in the United Kingdom, United States, Germany, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Brazil and India.
Animal Equality releases investigative materials captured from inside factory farms and slaughterhouses, exposing the conditions that farmed animals face around the world. We publish our findings on television, in newspapers and online. We routinely secure mainstream media coverage, including on the BBC, ITV, Sky news, The Times, the Guardian, New York Times and many more.
Animal Equality also advocates for political change. Our current campaigns include a UK ban on foie gras imports, increased enforcement of existing animal protection laws, legal protections for farmed fish, and Government subsidies for transitioning towards a plant-based food system.
We focus on farmed animals because of the scale and severity of the issue. More than a billion animals are confined and killed for human consumption every year in the UK. Farmed animals also often suffer in some of the worst ways: pigs typically endure painful mutilations, many chickens die of heart attacks, fish are confined in underwater cages, and some farmed animals are victims of deliberate abuse and neglect. But the problem is solvable! By utilising effective campaigning strategies, Animal Equality is having an impact for animals around the world and building a future where all animals are respected and protected and are no longer exploited for human consumption.
About the role
An experienced advocate with a sound understanding of the UK political system and legislative process, the Policy and Advocacy Specialist will be responsible for leading on Animal Equality’s life-saving legal advocacy campaigns on behalf of farmed animals.
Working as part of a highly effective team, within a fast-paced environment, the Policy and Advocacy Specialist will develop and implement advocacy strategies that influence public policy with a goal to advance Animal Equality UK’s mission: to end the exploitation of farmed animals.
An excellent communicator, with an ability to convey complex information in a digestible way, the Policy and Advocacy Specialist will be a professional with a proven track record of policy programme delivery. The role involves engaging with policymakers, building relationships with coalition partners, overseeing public affairs initiatives, and influencing Government policy to create meaningful changes for farmed animals.
General responsibilities:
- Contribute to the organisation’s policy programmes: Garner reliable intel, conduct in-depth research, and carry out robust data analysis to inform Animal Equality UK’s ongoing policy and advocacy efforts for animals. Develop authentic, ambitious, and inspiring short-term and long-term policy goals that have the greatest impact for farmed animals. Maintain and develop the organisation’s policy statements, as required.
- Shaping policy initiatives: Influence decision-makers across the devolved governments. Identify ways to shape the debate, engage thoroughly in the legislative process to affect how farmed animal issues are framed, and maximise opportunities for targeted animal advocacy campaigns.
- Conduct stakeholder mapping: Identify and ensure regular engagement with key political figures and influencers, including ministers, politicians, civil servants, advisory bodies, officials, regulators, and local authorities. Propose ways to engage Parliamentarians and identify those with the potential to become champions for our cause.
- Influence decision-makers: Foster and maintain relationships with individuals critical to achieving successful outcomes for animals. Build on established relationships with individuals and bodies in a position to create lasting change for animals and convince influential political decision-makers to prioritise farmed animals in their funding and policy agendas.
- Produce compelling briefings: Develop high-quality, evidence-based responses to new policy developments, animal agriculture industry reports, Government consultations, and more. Craft politically persuasive briefings, including formal policy submissions, briefings, blogs, and press statements. Lead on the dissemination of relevant information to key political stakeholders.
- Work closely with campaigning colleagues: Work with colleagues in the Communications, Marketing, and Campaigns Departments to support the effective execution of public awareness campaigns that raise Animal Equality UK’s public profile and inform members of the public about the plight of farmed animals. Keep abreast of relevant political developments and maintain Animal Equality’s strong external policy presence through coordinated, proactive, and reactive lobbying and campaigning efforts.
- Grow strategically aligned partnerships: Liaise with and, where appropriate, convene fellow experts and advocacy organisations to gather intelligence, share best practice, and canvas opinion to inform policy positions. Support Animal Equality’s engagement in coalitions.
- Support in the organisation of events: Assist in the organisation of key events to inform and influence policymakers. Represent Animal Equality, where appropriate, at policy and networking events.
- Monitor outcomes: Measure, track, and critically evaluate policy developments, ensuring internal alignment on key issues and opportunities associated with our current campaigns. Manage against a set budget and agreed deadlines, reporting on the performance and progress against set deliverables. Share learnings with colleagues and fellow advocates.
- Support with other ad hoc duties, as requested by your line-manager.
Individual attributes required:
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Agile.
- A natural problem-solver.
- Data-driven, with strong analytical and research skills.
- Highly organised and comfortable multi-tasking.
Position requirements:
- Minimum of three years of related experience in policy development, advocacy, public affairs, or a related role, preferably within a non-profit organisation.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Docs and in the use of databases and spreadsheets. Experience of using Salesforce is a plus.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Adherence to a vegan diet.
- Thorough knowledge of farmed animal issues.
- Plays an active role in supporting Animal Equality’s fundraising and philanthropic efforts.
- Commitment to the objectives of the organisation.
- Professional manner.
Salary and benefits
Salary band £32,500-£35,000, depending on experience. This is a remote working opportunity (UK-based candidates only); colleagues are expected to attend mandatory monthly meet-ups in central London.
- Holiday entitlement equal to 33 days per year (including standard public holidays).
- Personalised Employee Assistance Program (EAP): an Animal Equality-funded benefit that offers employees confidential counselling and advice on a wide range of work and personal issues. The program offers several services, such as a 24/7 confidential helpline and expert Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
- Flexible hours, with the option to start between 8am-10am and finish between 4pm-6pm.
- Able Futures Support: The service is a nine month, practical and confidential support service for employees whose circumstances or mental health may impact their wellbeing or work. Employees can work with a mental health professional to deepen their understanding of how their mental health may impact them and will build coping skills and resilience to thrive at work.
- Yearly stipend to access learning and development resources, to help employees further grow their personal and professional skills.
- A free vegan lunch every month at the Animal Equality monthly meetups.
For more information and to apply, please visit our careers page.
Closing date: 5.00pm GMT on Monday 3rd February 2025.
The interview process will comprise a multiple-stage interview and Skills Test, which will take place throughout February.
Chief Executive Officer
We are seeking a new Chief Executive Officer to provide confident strategic leadership while act as an external ambassador for our organisation with stakeholders and partners.
Position: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Manchester
Salary: £41,506 per annum (£51,882 FTE)
Hours: Part time, 4 days per week (30 hours)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday 2nd February
About the role:
As Chief Executive Officer you will have overall responsibility for operational delivery and strategic development. This involves people leadership, financial planning including fundraising, internal and external communications and partnerships, effective use of data and information, and organisational development.
The charity has a unique approach to supporting its participants by providing a diverse, socially
engaged arts programme, responding to the needs, ambitions and cultural aspirations of male, trans and non-binary people who sex work. We also provide one-to-one support and advocacy, primarily relating to housing and homelessness.
Your main duties will include:
• Develop, implement, and oversee the vision and strategy in collaboration with the Board of Directors.
• Work closely with the Head of Creative to oversee delivery of creative provision, supporting and guiding staff to develop a high-quality programme for participants.
• Develop and maintain key strategic partnerships, including with leading cultural institutions and with the health and social care sector.
• Lead the staff team, including maintaining responsibility for recruitment, staff development and supervision, enabling the team to deliver high quality support and programmes for participants.
• Responsible for ensuring that organisational change is delivered successfully, with a focus on maintaining a positive culture where staff, volunteers and participants feel heard and involved.
• Financial management, fundraising, budgeting, monitoring and reporting.
• Charity and organisational compliance, including Charity Commission requirements, health and safety, safeguarding, employment and GPDR legislation.
About you:
We are looking for a confident leader who wants to work with us to ensure we are a high performing, sustainable organisation. You will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:
• Knowledge and understanding of the challenges and barriers to accessing services faced by LGBTQ+ people, people who sex work and those experiencing homelessness, often in combination with other needs.
• Experience of working at a senior level within either an arts and/or health and social care charity.
• Knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures.
• A strong track record of fundraising for either arts and/or or social care provision.
• Knowledge and understanding of the VCSE sector, health and social care support and provision for marginalised communities.
• Experience of leading, managing, and motivating teams at all levels, building working relationships with colleagues, and demonstrating personal commitment to organisational and staff development.
• Excellent communication, influencing and presentation skills, with an ability to represent the charity externally and work with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experience of managing multiple funding streams, working within tight financial parameters, and producing detailed financial budgets.
You are asked to submit your CV and a Supporting Statement of no longer than two pages as part of the application process.
About the Organisation
This public support charity is a collective, creative space for male, trans and non-binary sex workers. We are an arts and social care charity where creativity is at the heart of all we do. Through playfulness, challenge and creative adventures, we offer people a safe and welcoming space in which to try new things and become inspired. Our artistic work is underpinned by practical support and advocacy, working with people on interconnected issues such as: housing, substance use, LGBTQIA+ rights, education & training, volunteering and money management.
To achieve all of this, we have a passionate and dedicated multidisciplinary team who are motivated by working collaboratively, openly and creatively. We consider the environmental impact of our work and aim to support and strengthen the sectors we work with by sharing our knowledge, experiences, and ideas.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Charity Director, CEO, Chief Executive, Chief Executive Officer, Senior Director, Finance Director, Corporate Services Director, Human Resources Director, IT Director, General Manager, Operations Director, Partnerships Director, Managing Director, CFO, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
RIVET is a new social enterprise bringing together brands, influencers, and NGOs to fund and amplify youth-led social change. With 100+ years of experience elevating young changemakers, RIVET’s founders have seen firsthand that young people don’t lack talent or imagination; they lack access to resources.
In response, we have created the world’s first micro-finance platform focused on young social innovators, funded by youth themselves. This engine will transform young people’s everyday purchases into philanthropic power for their generation’s ideas to change the world. Created by, for, and with young people, RIVET represents the largest investment in youth-led social change. Ever.
As RIVET’s inaugural Director of Donor Engagement, you will help build and then lead the stewardship implementation for our 70+ major donors who serve on our Leadership Council, Youth Impact Council, and Youth Impact Fund, providing them with a meaningful experience that reflects our shared values and desired impact. RIVET’s operating budget is $2.5M, with most of that currently coming from philanthropic support. Our four-year sustainable business model strategy reflects an increasing reliance on brand revenue. The Director of Donor Engagement plays a critical role in helping us secure the capacity building funds needed to help the RIVET rocket get into orbit in the meantime. Your success is largely defined by donors renewing and deepening their support, and increasingly serving as an engine for RIVET’s expanded global impact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Working as part of Signpost Stockport for Carers’ team to provide high quality support to unpaid carers. Working in partnership with Age UK Stockport’s Hospital Discharge Support team to contribute to, and in close collaboration with, the NHS Integrated Care Business staff team and other partners and stakeholders within the system.
To work positively to provide appropriate services to the unpaid carers of those Stockport residents who are being discharged from Hospital. The role is focused on working with carers, within their homes or other setting(s) that is appropriate and convenient for the carer, to ensure that they have the information and support they need when the person for whom they care is discharged, not only in that moment but for up to six weeks following that discharge.
The Hospital Discharge Community Carer Support Worker will need to demonstrate alignment with our organisation’s values:
CONNECTION – This person must be able to build relationships with a variety of people, including service users, stakeholders and staff. This is a key role in a small and busy team and this person must be willing to share with, and learn from, colleagues offering peer support and training, and cover for other staff on an occasional basis.
COMPASSION – To have an understanding of the issues faced by those with a caring responsibility and how this may impact the carer’s ability to engage with the process.
EMPOWERMENT – To recognise the role of the carers assessment review in facilitating change and celebrating what the carer is doing well.
RESPECT – This person needs to maintain boundaries, acknowledge difference and recognise the individual. They need the ability to build relationships with a variety of people, with an ability to draw out information, record accurately and without prejudice.
EXCELLENCE – To have high-quality, strengths based and outcomes-focused conversations with carers. The person needs to have pride in their work and be passionate about being the best that they can be. They will be an advocate of Signpost and for unpaid carers and feel excited about delivering a service of the highest quality.
Key tasks
To work as part of the team to deliver meaningful carer and service outcomes, within the remit of the contract specifications and requirements and current Hospital Discharge policy, as updated from time to time.
The key aspects of the role, include:
• To deliver statutory Carer’s Assessments as directed by the Signpost Carer’s Assessments Team Manager
• To provide targeted support for carers, helping them to overcome challenges, forge links with support services as appropriate and help them prevent their cared-for person being readmitted to hospital
Responsibilities
• Working with carers to identify and access the support, social and learning opportunities available to them online and face-to-face and use this to develop support and contingency plans
• To ensure that Stockport’s adult carers receive a comprehensive, informed, tailored and consistent service with regards to all that is available to support them in their role, in an appropriate and accessible way.
• To work as an effective team member, sharing skills and supporting colleagues
• To ensure that statutory responsibilities of this role are met on a day-to-day basis, including GDPR, safeguarding and health and safety
• To prioritise own workload, working closely and positively with the Team Lead/s to ensure the smooth and effective delivery of the Service.
• Collect and record information and data and to undertake monitoring, and evaluation as required to support required reporting
• Contribute to the requirement to maintain comprehensive information, knowledge, and intelligence in respect of carers information and support needs following a discharge from hospital.
• Liaise positively, with the statutory, private and voluntary sector as associated with the service. Understand the current issues and requirements generally and specifically regarding hospital discharge.
• Assist with maintaining appropriate administrative systems and records to ensure a quality and effective operational service.
• Gather and collate statistical and other information and data as and when required and contribute to regular reporting on outcomes, statistics, and case studies
• Undertake Carer Experience Reviews / Feedback Reviews
• Assist with the effective promotion of the Service through voluntary and community sector networks, health and social care services and other services as required.
• Attend and participate in relevant conferences, meetings and training events or other meetings as required in line with the scope of the role.
• To be aware of all Signpost for Carers and Age UK Stockport activities and always positively represent the organisations
• To ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with the aims and values of the agencies involved and in accordance with all relevant policies
• To carry out such other duties as the Senior Management Team may reasonably require in line with the role
Caring for Carers: Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of all carers in Stockport by listening, supporting and connecting.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Part Time (21 hours) Learning and Development Officer. Aligned to East Anglia District
Are you passionate about helping to further the mission of our churches, circuits and districts? Are you an excellent facilitator and educator? Do you have imagination, creativity and a pastoral heart for understanding rural communities and those living on the edge? If you are, we would like to hear from you. As an experienced professional with a proven track record in learning and development, you will be part of the GB-wide Learning Network of the Methodist Church, encouraging and resourcing life-long learning.
This position is aligned to the East Anglia Methodist District and will work with circuits and churches in rural, coastal and urban settings. The role includes a wide range of learning and development activities within the life of the church. These are aimed at supporting, encouraging and inspiring the church in living out ‘Our Calling: to respond to the gospel of God’s love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission’. The Learning Network works primarily with lay and ordained church leaders, equipping them as they in turn seek to equip all God’s people.
As the successful applicant aligned to the East Anglia District, you will work with other team members across Learning Network and the wider Connexional Team, to support, encourage and inspire Methodist people in all aspects of their calling as together we seek to be an inclusive, justice seeking, evangelistic and growing church.
About you
The role includes:
enabling, equipping and resourcing through preparation, delivery and evaluation of a wide range of contextually relevant learning and development activities, events and initiatives, both for onsite and online contexts;
supporting circuits in exploring vision and developing mission plans;
facilitating effective and potentially transformational conversations on a variety of subjects;
helping churches in their commitment to support the Church’s aspiration to be inclusive, justice seeking, evangelistic and growing;
working collaboratively with colleagues to plan, develop and review learning and development programmes;
contributing your particular gifts and experiences to enhance learning and development across the connexion
a requirement to travel, and work during some evenings and weekends
a requirement to live within the East Anglia District of the Methodist Church
a requirement to be a member of a church in good standing with Churches Together in Britain and Ireland or equivalent.
Key skills include:
Building good relationships with the Districts and with individuals and communities across the church and beyond;
Good communication (including digital mediums), planning, organising, and leadership skills;
An understanding of safeguarding;
Supporting adult learners;
Theological thinking and the ability to facilitate others in developing theological conversation;
The ability to work with people across a broad demographic;
Flexible and creative approach.
You will have significant experience in offering learning and development support and theological reflection in a relevant context.
Our Culture, Values and Benefits
Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing.
We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), annualised hours and a Wellbeing Adviser service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme, where the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution.
The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups. We also welcome applications from people living with disabilities.
The successful applicant will be required to live within the geographical area of the East Anglia Methodist District and will be expected to travel for work purposes.
Closing date: 15 January 2025
Interviews to take place on: 3 February 2025 in Thetford
N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
Would you like to join a small but mighty charity, working as part of an inspirational team delivering real change for women and girls? Are you highly organised, and looking for a new challenge? If so, we are looking for a brilliant Data and Operations Officer who can support us to deliver our ambitious 3-year Strategy.
About the role
- You will provide a mix of data control and broader operational tasks, supporting the Senior Operations Manager in their day-to-day operational management of the Charity, enhancing the charity’s ability to grow and adapt.
- You will supports ongoing GDPR compliance and data security by maintaining and updating data policies, participating in reviews, supporting teams, and assisting with the effective management of data subject access requests and data breaches.
- You will provide administrative support to the training team, using Salesforce to follow up and report on enquiries.
- You will assist with the documentation and tracking of partnership agreements and deliverables, and onboarding requirements of clients and funders.
- You will provide ad hoc support to the wider team with administrative tasks to ensure smooth operational delivery
About you
- You will have proven experience in a busy operations support role; excellent organisational and time management skills, with attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively and meet deadlines.
- You will have experience with data protection and privacy requirements, including implementing GDPR-compliant processes, managing sensitive data securely, and providing practical guidance and training to others.
- You will have experience of using Salesforce or another similar CRM to manage and report on data.
- You will have exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, including the ability to present data insights visually and clearly.
- You will have experience in supporting operational processes, such as managing expenses, coordinating logistics, and contributing to process improvements.
About SEA
Surviving Economic Abuse (SEA) is the only UK charity dedicated to raising awareness of economic abuse and transforming responses to it. Our vision is a world in which all women and girls are economically equal and live their lives free from abuse and exploitation. Economic abuse is a form of coercive and controlling behaviour. 4.1 million UK women experienced economic abuse from a current or former partner in the last year. Not only does it limit their choices and ability to access safety, but it has an ongoing impact. It damages future dreams and aspirations, and, in some cases, it takes lives.
What we offer
- 25 days annual leave, plus 5 Wellbeing Days and Statutory Bank Holidays
- Flexible working
- Working from home
- 3% Employer Pension Contribution
- Reflective practice and Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced sick pay, family leave and carer’s leave
- The chance to be part of our highly professional, supportive team
To apply
If you are passionate about making a difference and think you have the right skills and enthusiasm for the job, please apply via our website. Interviews will be held online week commencing Monday 27th January 2024.
Surviving Economic Abuse is committed to developing an inclusive team which reflects the diversity of the communities we support. Our culture celebrates diverse voices, and we particularly encourage applications from black and minoritised women and disabled applicants who are under represented at SEA.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Director of Finance
Location: Remote, with visits require to Horsham, West Sussex
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
About Roffey Park Institute
Roffey Park Institute is a pioneer in leadership and organisational development, with over 70 years of experience empowering individuals and organisations to reach their potential. Known for its innovative approach and deep expertise, Roffey Park is now seeking an exceptional Director of Finance to join its leadership team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of the Institute.
The Role
The Director of Finance will be a key strategic leader within Roffey Park, responsible for overseeing and managing the financial operations of the Institute. Reporting to the CEO, the Director will have the opportunity to influence major financial decisions, ensuring the organisation’s long-term sustainability, compliance, and success. The Director will work closely with the senior management team and the Board of Trustees to provide strategic guidance, turning financial insights into actionable plans that drive growth and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Financial Strategy: Develop and execute financial strategies that align with Roffey Park’s vision and ambitious goals, ensuring sustainable growth and financial stability.
- Oversee Financial Planning & Reporting: Manage the budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting process, ensuring Roffey Park’s financial health remains strong and compliant with all regulations.
- Ensure Financial Excellence & Compliance: Lead the implementation of effective financial controls, audit processes, and ensure adherence to financial regulations and best practices.
- Inspire and Lead the Finance Team: Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Who They’re Looking For
Roffey Park is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking finance professional to join their leadership team. The ideal candidate will bring:
- A degree in finance/accounting and a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
- 10+ years of senior finance experience, with expertise in both the charity and commercial sectors.
- Proven leadership experience, with a track record of driving transformation and managing financial functions through digital change.
- Deep knowledge of UK financial regulations, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.
- Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to turn complex financial data into strategic insights.
- Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., SAGE, MS Excel) and a passion for embracing digital solutions.
Why Roffey Park?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking organisation at a time of growth and transformation. By joining Roffey Park, the successful candidate will:
- Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a leading organisation in leadership development.
- Work in a dynamic, innovative environment where new ideas and continuous improvement are valued.
- Lead and inspire a talented finance team, contributing to their growth and success.
- Be part of an organization that makes a real impact, empowering leaders across industries.
- Remote working is available along with great benefits.
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £23,655 - £28,090 (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
If you are a talented digital marketing professional looking to utilise your skills within the charity sector, this could be the role for you!
Canine Partners' mission is to change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.
To help us create amazing partnerships, we need amazing people. Canine Partners has an exciting opportunity for a Digital Marketing Officer to join our dedicated Marketing Communications team.
This is an incredible role at a prominent assistance dog charity where your role will be a part of our essential work that transforms lives every day.
What You Will Do:
You will be responsible for optimising our social media channels, website, and paid digital marketing, to help the charity achieve its goals to increase awareness, engagement, and income.
You will help to build, implement, and manage the charity's digital marketing strategies and work collaboratively across all areas of the charity (internal and external).
It is an exciting time to join us, as the charity marks its 35th anniversary this year and we will be doing lots to celebrate! This includes embarking on ambitious projects such as a website rebuild and strengthening our VIP supporter scheme, which you will play a key part in supporting.
What We Are Looking For:
• Experience managing and moderating social media channels
• Experience of planning, running, and reporting on paid-for advertising on Meta
• Experience of website marketing including SEO principles and GoogleAds
• Website CMS management experience
• Digital copywriting experience for a range of social media channels and for websites
• Experience of reporting tools such as GA4, Meta Business Manager, or Hootsuite
• Knowledge and experience of analysing the results of marketing activities, identifying key insights, and reporting
• Knowledge of creative software including Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop), video editing software (Adobe), and Canva
Ideally, you will have experience working as part of a team on a website rebuilding project. You will be a proactive and self-motivated professional with the ability to plan, prioritise, and manage tasks.
Most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative impact our assistance dogs provide to our beneficiaries.
We Can Offer You:
• 33 days annual leave allowance (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Salary exchange pension scheme (matched up to 5%)
• Charity (occupational) sick pay
• Life assurance
• Wellbeing portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Free on-site parking (for site-based or visiting roles)
• Dog-friendly offices (for site-based roles)
• Flexible working hours
• Claimable business/travel expenses
This role can be delivered from our purpose-built training centre in the rural countryside of Osgathorpe, Leicestershire (hybrid), or remotely from home with occasional travel.
Travel for this role is ad hoc, based on the needs of the charity and typically to facilitate content creation (e.g., photoshoots, videos with beneficiaries, volunteers, etc.). Any travel required is distributed amongst the team in relation to location and capacity (claimable expenses for business travel as required). We will provide a laptop, additional screen, and iPhone for use in the role. Other relevant equipment will be made available as required.
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online with a comprehensive CV and supporting statement explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role.
Closing Date: Wednesday, 29 January 2025
First Interviews: Online (via MS Teams) on 06 February 2025
Second Interviews: At our National Training Centre, Osgathorpe, Leicestershire, on 13 February 2025
(Subject to changes)
We recognise the benefit of diverse experiences and welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are a disability-confident committed employer.
Please note we may choose to close this advertisement early should we find a suitable candidate or if we receive a high volume of applications. Please be assured that we contact all candidates regarding the outcome of their application, though this may take longer if we receive high volumes of applications.
You may also have experience in the following: Digital Marketing Executive, Social Media Manager, SEO Specialist, Content Marketing Specialist, Digital Campaign Manager, Online Marketing Officer, Website Manager, Marketing Communications Officer, Paid Media Specialist, Marketing Coordinator, Digital Advertising Manager, Social Media Specialist, Google Ads Manager, Content Strategist, Email Marketing Specialist etc.
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We will change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional and social wellbeing.
We're looking for an enthusiastic individual with project administration experience, or experience of supporting complex processes, to join us as Governance, Risk and Policy Officer (internally known as Governance, Risk and Policy Senior Associate) on a permanent basis.
You'll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of our governance, risk and policy systems, ensuring Ambition is well-positioned to deliver on its refreshed, long-term strategy. You'll also provide administrative support to leaders across the organisation and thrive in a busy, dynamic environment.
Who are Ambition Institute?
A great teacher changes the future every day. Especially for children who have had a tough start in life, a teacher can be the critical factor in their success.
At Ambition Institute we help schools tackling educational disadvantage to keep getting better and help their teachers and school leaders to become more expert over time.
That’s how we’ll make sure every child gets a great education and the best possible start in life.
- We train teachers and leaders at all levels to get better at the things that make the biggest difference: what you teach, how you teach it, and how you create the conditions for schools to thrive.
- We share what works. Everyone can benefit from evidence of how great teaching and leadership can improve schools and change lives, so we connect people to the latest research and best practice.
- We champion every teacher and school leader’s potential to develop, as the driving force for sustainable school improvement.
This is an exciting time to join Ambition Institute. In the past few years, we have grown to become the biggest provider of professional development for teachers and school leaders, with around 1 in 10 participating in one of our programmes. We are proud of the way in which we are contributing to tackling educational disadvantage and are looking for an individual who is equally as enthusiastic about our mission to join the team.
We would like you to:
- Work closely with the Governance, Risk and Policy Managers to drive and support projects that rationalise and/or improve our governance, risk and policy systems
- Develop and own efficient administrative practices to ensure the effective delivery of business-as-usual processes
- Contribute to the development of supporting resources, such as guidelines, templates, and training materials, to facilitate the adoption of best practices across the organisation
- Manage logistical arrangements for internal and external events, including meetings, away days and residentials.
Working in a hybrid way, you’ll be attached to either our Birmingham, London or Manchester office and will report to the Governance, Risk and Policy Manager. In line with our current ways of working, you’ll be expected to be in the office at least 1 day a month, in addition to team days and this may be reviewed by Ambition.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
To succeed in this role you'll be proactive, detail-oriented and possess strong organisational skills. You will excel at building productive working relationships with colleagues across the organisation, including in a hybrid working environment.
Knowledge or some exposure of governance, risk or policy would be beneficial.
If you are someone who thrives in a busy, dynamic environment and this role has sparked some interest, we'd love to receive an application from you.
What’s in it for you….?
- Competitive annual salary
- Professional development for all staff
- 25 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays and 'winter shut down’ at the end of December/beginning of January
- Employer pension contribution of 11%
- Agile, hybrid working culture, so you can manage when and where you work
- Staff affinity networks that help keep equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work
- Blind recruitment process to ensure equality and fairness in our hiring
- Enhanced maternity pay after a year’s service
- Shared parental leave package
- Access to free, confidential 24/7 wellbeing and support line
- Comfortable and collaborative workspaces in the city centres of Manchester, Birmingham and London
- Work-from-home technology package to support hybrid working
- Interest free season ticket / bike loans
We don’t expect the person we hire to have all of the following, but this should give you a sense of what would enable you to thrive in this role and in our organisation:
You should apply for this role if:
- You care deeply about educational disadvantage and being part of an organisation that challenges inequality
- You have a good work ethic and strive to make a difference in the job you do
- You always give maximum effort to understand and meet the needs of our partners and participants
- You always have a great attitude so we “can do” for all our colleagues, partners and participants
- You are open to feedback and learning because we want to keep getting better
- You work with your initiative to bring new ideas and a fresh perspective
- You are well organised and can prioritise work that will have the greatest impact
You'll love working at Ambition if…
- You want a career with a person-centred organisation with a cause at its heart.
- You have a collaborative work ethos, bring warmth and good humour to work and constructive outlook to every situation
- You enjoy working in a fast-moving workplace, with a great support structure around you
- You would like to grow with an ambitious organisation as it progresses over time
- Want flexibility in how you work – splitting your time between one of our offices and remote working and managing your own working patterns to get the job done.
How to apply…
Applications will be considered for all office locations.
All applications must be received by the closing date 23:59 on 20 January 2025. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 3rd February. Please note when you click apply, you'll be taken to the Birmingham posting of the role. You can still apply via this posting as it won't determine your location if successful.
Equality and diversity matters to us. If you think you’d be suited to one of our roles we’d love to hear from you regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexuality.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and the most vulnerable in our society and, as such, we are unable to employ individuals with relevant convictions, including the following: a conviction for an offence involving violence or dishonesty, of a sexual nature or against minors, or for any other offence that is relevant to the nature of the services provided by our organisation.
As an employer, we have a responsibility to prevent illegal working in the UK by ensuring that our employees have the right to work in the UK. Therefore, as part of the recruitment process to verify your eligibility you will be required to produce relevant documentation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
SCIE Vision
We are committed to building a society which enables people who draw on social care to live fulfilling lives.
At the SCIE, we are driven by our values:
· Progressive – always learning and developing.
· Inclusive – working together for equality, diversity, and fairness.
· Credible – evidence-based, robust, and reliable.
· Transparent – open and honest.
The role:
A great opportunity for you to join our small friendly team and make a real difference to people’s lives by:
· Ensuring that SCIE’s evidence, drawn from research and people’s lived experiences, influences social care policy and practice.
· Developing and delivering influencing strategies, drafting policy papers and legislative briefings, and managing relationships with various stakeholders and key partners.
· Growing SCIE’s profile as an influential, informed, and powerful voice in the social care sector.
· Positioning SCIE to work as a partner to government, responding independently to new government policy, supporting and advising on a range of national policy programmes, initiatives, and influencing guidance and practice.
· Producing high-quality research and evaluations demonstrating what works and makes a difference in social care, promoting evidence-based good practice.
What we are looking for:
· Knowledge of the policy and political landscape developed from previous experience working in a policy or public affairs role, either in government, the civil service, charities, or non-governmental organisations.
· Proven experience developing and delivering public affairs strategies and leading influencing activities.
· Proven experience producing policy papers and applying policy research skills, such as evidence gathering, analysis and reporting.
· Proven experience as a strategic and analytic thinker who can influence policymakers with persuasive arguments, policy ideas and campaigns.
· Proven ability to manage a wide range of internal and external stakeholder relationships, including at senior levels, and to engage with people with diverse viewpoints and backgrounds.
What we offer in return.
We offer excellent staff benefits including a competitive salary and homeworking allowance. We provide an employer pension contribution above the statutory minimum, an award-winning employee assistance programme, and an attractive holiday package which rises with length of service.
If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us. (You can find our contact email in the 'How to apply' section)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Charityworks is a 12-month, talent programme where you will deliver a full time paid job in a partner charity or housing association and have the opportunity to make real social impact.
Alongside your placement, you will also take part in an acclaimed development programme recognised by the Institute of Leadership and Management; this has been designed to accelerate your career development and provide you with the skills needed to launch your career in the social sector.
Throughout the process you’ll be supported and challenged by our programme team, an external mentor from the sector and a peer coach to help you make the most of the year. You’ll come together regularly with your fellow trainees and professionals across the sector to explore key issues affecting your work and society as a whole. Individually, you’ll explore the sector and deepen your understanding of your environment even further by producing your own enquiry and research project.
At the end of the 12-month programme you’ll have the experience and skills to kick-start your professional career in the UK social sector and beyond!
For more information before you complete your application, take a look at our website
Key Information
Applications are now open and will close on the 11th February 2025.
Job Description
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Job Title: Charityworks Trainee
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Employer: One of our Charityworks partner organisations. These organisations are subject to change each year but often include a range of non-profit partners from NSPCC, Guide Dogs, Barnardo’s, Christian Aid, Network Homes, Accent Housing and many more.
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Location: Placements will take place in leading non-profit organisations across a number of locations across the UK. There will be a range of working patterns available including partly remote or blended working possibilities.
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Hours: Usually 9am - 5pm with some flexibility according to the requirements of the placement and your host organisation.
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Contract: Fixed term, 12 months.
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Salary: The salary will meet the Living Wage as set by the Living Wage Foundation at the time of writing. This is outlined above.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a highly skilled finance professional to perform this essential senior leadership, strategic financial and management position in our London headquarters. The approximate annual income for Internews Europe and its subsidiaries, of which the post-holder has oversight, is c. £20m.
The post-holder will report directly to the COO for Internews Europe. The post-holder will be a leader on matters of corporate financial strategy, inter-Alliance financial accounting, budget management, and overall accounting operations.
This is an exciting opportunity to drive systems and process improvements in corporate financial management and planning, whilst also ensuring the smooth running of the financial service centre of the organisation.
The Finance Director is a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) in London, in addition to other international management units.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Key Strategic Deliverables will include the following:
· Lead on strategic financial management of Internews Europe, promoting effective and efficient processes to ensure the financial health and sustainability of the organisation.
· Oversee and deliver on the statutory audit and delivery of the Annual Report and Accounts in line with UK charity requirements.
· Act as the focal point in all financial matters for the Internews Board of Trustees, Finance and Audit subcommittee and the Senior Management Team (SMT)
· Act as the primary Finance Team representative of Internews Europe in the relationship with Alliance partners, modelling and implementing improvements in the recording of financial data and transactions and improving financial reporting to the Programme Management Units.
· Ensure timely production of financial management information to key stakeholders across the organisation to enable informed decision making and alterations to existing plans where required.
· Co-ordination of the annual organisational budget preparation process and ensure effective budget oversight and management by project and department managers
· Promote strong collaboration with colleagues from Grants and Contracts and Development Teams to reforecast and test progress towards annual targets for income and expenditure.
· Ensuring professional and compliant delivery of all Internews Europe financial processes, to drive improvements in processes and ensure all staff understand and adopt such processes
Finance Department operations Specific duties with support from the Finance Team will include the following:
· Management of the Finance Team, providing effective leadership and creating an environment where Finance staff can learn and develop professionally
· Oversight of core accounting processes including cash-flow planning and management, accounts payable and receivable, and analysis of the balance sheet debtors and creditors
· Management of the relationship for resource sharing and associated accounting transactions arising with the other entities in the Alliance network to facilitate combined management/programmatic reporting when required, while ensuring sufficient financial controls to ensure distinct financial reporting and protection of separate legal entity status.
· Oversight of international banking processes (GBP and foreign currency, income and payments) and Treasury management to minimise organisational risk and negative foreign exchange valuations.
· Primary holder of the Banking relationship, including monitoring banking arrangements in international offices
· Co-ordinate the monthly payroll process with HR colleagues and the external payroll bureau
Oversight of subsidiary financial processes
· Currently Internews Europe has two subsidiaries, Internews International (II) based in France and Internews Media Development based in Ireland, currently dormant.
· Oversight of financial processes including relevant controls, policies and procedures
· Oversight of financial reporting in accordance with relevant GAAP and regulatory requirements.
· Monitor local regulatory requirements and ensure compliance with relevant tax and reporting and audit requirements
Key Stakeholder Engagement and Compliance
· Primary advisor to SMT of ramifications of strategic decisions, including financial, tax and other regulatory impacts
· Input to strategic development initiatives regarding appropriate application of donor funding mechanisms and utilization of subsidiaries.
· Ensure compliance with the UK regulatory regime and with the requirements of our principal funders and other supporters
· Lead responsibility for ensuring the maintenance and regular review of all statutory and best practice policies and procedures, staff training and socialization of changes
· Assisting the Programme teams with interpretation of donor compliance requirements, their translation into Internews Europe operational and/or financial procedures, and their effective implementation
Participation in global business operations leadership
· Collaborate with other members of the global senior leadership team for efficient operations and execution of the mission
· Collaboration with Information Technology and Solutions for effective implementation of software and other technology solutions, providing information and expertise and support for appropriate budgeting and expense allocation.
· Collaboration with Enterprise Risk Management and Security team regarding identification and mitigation of financial and other risks, as well as preparing policy and reports in accordance with Charity Commission guidelines
· Collaboration with People and Culture team to ensure appropriate labour regulations, Internews policies, procedures and financial controls are adhered to in the processing of payroll and other benefits; includes oversight and development of payments to employees and consultants working outside of the UK on Internews projects.
· In all duties, uphold Internews’ Core Values and demonstrate commitment to fostering a culture of Belonging, Dignity, and Justice.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Role carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities including training employees; managing, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
*Direct Reports: Deputy Finance Director and Finance Business Partner Lead
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
The criteria below are the minimum necessary for effective performance in the post. The applicant must demonstrate how they meet each of them through the application form and, when necessary, through job-specific tasks and at interview.
· Experience of managing financial and management accounts processes, including annual accounts for UK charitable entities, audits and external reporting
· Experience in a management capacity within an organisation of at least similar size and complexity to Internews Europe
· Experience of liaising with and advising non-financial managers and
· Experience of line management and leadership
· Experience of being key Board contact and engagement point
· Experience of managing external professional and service provider relationships
· Experience of major multi-lateral and bi-lateral donor requirements
· Experience of managing the external reporting and/or compliance functions of a comparable size of organisation
· Experience of working in, or dealing with, developing countries and fragile states
· Good understanding of charity finance regulations and systems
· Professional qualification in finance or accounting
· Knowledge of UK SORP
· High degree of proficiency in Excel
· Knowledge of ERP (or equivalent), particularly reporting tools usage and functionality
Person skills / aptitudes
· A willingness and ability to adopt a hands-on approach to your work
· A contemporary, supportive and transparent approach to management and leadership
· Be comfortable working in a collaborative, highly diverse and mutually accountable environment
· Strong communication, liaison and interpersonal skills to work effectively with people at all levels, and represent the organisation
· Strong analytical, problem solving and creative thinking skills
VACANCY TIMEFRAME:
Deadline for applications: 05 February 2025
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or may be encountered by an employee performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable adjustments may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Expected business hours are generally Monday through Friday from 09:00am to 5:30pm. We operate a hybrid working model with attendance in the London office nominally one day per week on average.
The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of their position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.