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Hibiscus Initiatives is a passionate, women’s organisation, delivering high impact advocacy and advice services for more than 35 years to those at the intersection of the Criminal Justice and Immigration systems. As an organisation, we have distinct expertise in working with Black and minoritised women in prison, in the community and in immigration removals centres.

Our holistic and trauma informed approach makes a real and lasting impact on women's lives. We aim to make a difference within the criminal justice and immigration systems too by working with women and amplifying their own voices, so their experience is recognised by those making policy decisions

We are particularly keen to attract talent from Black and minoritised communities and those with lived experience of immigration, the criminal justice systems, and/or gender-based violence.

Hibiscus adopts anti-racist; anti-oppression, and feminist principles and believes in the importance of nurturing a diverse team who can embody these principles.

We are committed to the wellbeing and development of our staff. We provide regular training and other learning opportunities and offer wellbeing classes and activities, clinical supervision, an Employee Assistance Program and other benefits to support staff wellbeing.

This post is restricted to women only as a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 paragraph 1, Equality Act 2010.

About the Role

We are now recruiting for an experienced Director of Operations to play a crucial role in guiding our driven and committed team as we shift our culture and infrastructure, upholding our vision, mission, principles, and values.

The post holder will work with colleagues to develop, implement and review Hibiscus’s strategy and plans, particularly as they impact our operating and finance models. They will be responsible for developing and monitoring the annual business plan, reporting progress and providing reliable structural, financial and people management. They will support the CEO in building and instilling a sense of unity and purpose into the work of the organisation, and represent the operational work to the Board. They will be responsible for the efficient running of operations and central functions, conducting risk assessments, monitoring performance and reviewing procedures, with a particular focus on overseeing the effective financial management of the organisation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for financial planning and producing financial budgets for the organisation, alongside monitoring projects from start to finish, preparing costings for funding applications, agreeing contracts and grant terms, monitoring deliverables and co-ordinating timely reporting. They will oversee the production of quarterly management accounts and yearly finance audits, and communicate the financial landscape of the organisation to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Board. The Director of Operations will play a key role in risk and compliance, with a focus on data, safeguarding, policies and procedures, and legal and statutory requirements. They will work to increase the effectiveness of our operations, whilst supporting and contributing to the fundraising efforts of the organisation. A key element of the role will be to work to integrate our workplace culture into HR processes and procedures, modelling a fair and open management approach that ensures trusted relationships are embedded throughout the organisation.

[Please note: Successful candidates will need to have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years to ensure the clearance process is authorised.]

Salary
£60,000 – £65,000* per annum

*Salary negotiable up to the mid-point of the band, depending on experience

Team
Operations

Duration
Permanent 

Hours
Full-time (35 hours per week)

Location
Hibiscus’ main office in Islington, London, for between two and three days a week. Flexible working arrangements available for the remaining days.

Reporting to
CEO

About you

We are particularly keen to attract talent from Black and minoritised communities and those with lived experience of immigration, the criminal justice systems, and/or gender-based violence.

The successful candidate will have significant experience of strategic financial planning and managing organisational finances. The candidate will have a clear commitment to Hibiscus’ vision, mission and values, and a strong commitment to anti-racism. They will have a willingness to deepen their understanding of our work and show a commitment to personal growth.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, data protection, Charity Commission and Companies House requirements, alongside other major compliance areas. They will have highly effective communication and presentation skills, and will be confident liaising with Hibiscus’ teams, the board and a wide range of contractors and partners. This will include demonstrable skills around change management and a strong understanding of risk management. Experience of writing and contributing to fundraising bids is desirable, as is prior experience of the charity sector.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to Hibiscus's ethos aims and objectives, including having an intersectional and anti-racist approach to the work and a comprehensive understanding of one of more of Hibiscus’ key work areas.

It is often a role experienced fundraisers progress to but will suit a person with the right transferable skills. You may have experience of major donors in another fundraising role, or perhaps you’re an animal-loving fundraiser, sales or business development professional with a strong track record of understanding clients and listening to their motivations.

You need to be an effective and inspiring relationship builder, well organised, an excellent communicator, attentive to detail, and able to think on your feet. A love of animals, a passion for animal welfare, and an understanding of the special human-animal bond would be highly desirable for this role.

It is an exciting time to join the fundraising team at Raystede as we enter our third year of building our partnerships programme. You will work closely with the Corporate and Trusts Fundraisers, as well as the wider team, including the Community and Individual Giving teams.

You will also be working closely with our animal care teams on animal welfare related projects as well as our estate teams, trustees and senior management team.

We are growing our income generation to meet the challenges on behalf of the animals in our care who do not have a voice of heir own. The role of Major Donor Fundraiser is crucial to ensuring our supporters are engaged deeply with our cause, through strong stewardship and cultivation activity.

The Major Giving programme is well underway, and you will be supported to deliver excellent stewardship and design a personal stewardship programme. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, you will have autonomy, be encouraged to take an innovative approach to stewardship and be supported to continue your professional development.

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Are an experienced fundraiser or account manager with excellent relationship development skills.
• Can inspire and influence supporters to deepen relationships.
• Can work with discretion, tact and sensitivity.
• Have excellent networking skills, able to network at the highest level and work closely with our CEO, Trustees and Senior Management Team.
• Have good IT skills, including CRM databases and MS Office applications.
• Want to make a real, tangible impact to the lives of animals.
• Have the passion and drive to go the extra mile, keeping excellent donor care and animal welfare at the heart of everything you do.

About Raystede

Raystede is a charity that aims to give animals a better life through rehoming, rehabilitation and sanctuary, and give people the support and knowledge they need to treat animals with care and respect. Raystede is Sussex’s biggest animal welfare charity, with nearly 70 years’ experience of caring for and rehoming animals. Uniquely, we care for a huge range of animals - from dogs, cats and donkeys to rabbits, parrots and alpacas. Our experience, expertise and partnerships enable us to deliver an exceptional quality of care for the animals we help. Many of the animals have been neglected, abused or exploited. Raystede helps most of the animals find new homes but also provides life-long sanctuary for elderly horses and other animals that cannot be rehomed. Raystede provides love and safety to those animals that would have nowhere else to go.

To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please refer to our website for contact information.

Closing date for applications is 19 December 2024, however interviews are being conducted on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

Chickenshed Theatre seeks a dynamic Head of Theatre Management to oversee the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and security of our premises. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, upkeep, and functional integrity of Chickenshed’s buildings and grounds. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant, creative environment.

If you're ready to take on a leadership role in maintaining and enhancing our theatre’s infrastructure, while contributing to a creative and collaborative culture, we’d love to hear from you.

Application Deadline:  1 December 2024.

The Head of Fundraising is an exciting new role developed for the Society to increase fundraising and develop additional income streams to enhance the sustainability of the Society. They will help deliver the Transformation Plan, an exciting new project for Scotland’s oldest learned antiquarian Society to help deliver the Society’s vision: “Scotland’s past is for everyone to research, share, enjoy and protect, home and abroad”.

The Transformation Plan includes the acquisition and redevelopment of a B-listed building in central Edinburgh to co-create the most inclusive, low-carbon and heritage-rich space to work, visit and participate. This will become a heritage hub for Scotland’s past, helping to bring heritage alive for a wide range of public audiences. This role will provide the necessary vision, leadership, and fundraising skills which will enable the Society to achieve its fundraising targets and enhance its development program.

They will be an effective fundraiser and key contact for grant giving organisations, personal donations and legacies. They will report directly to the Director sharing collective responsibility to deliver the Society’s strategy and vision.

Initially on a 2.5-year fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension subject to funding, the post will work as part of the senior management team and liaise directly with staff, Councillors (trustees), members (known as Fellows) and other organisations and individuals to ensure the successful delivery of their responsibilities.

The post will have the following immediate priorities:

· Helping develop and submit a major stage one Development Phase National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) grant application in collaboration with the Director and others, creating an engaging and successful proposal and case for support (part of an overall c£6m Transformation Plan project)

· Development and delivery of a major fundraising campaign based on personal giving, grant applications and other fundraising activities

· Working with staff and Councillors to develop the required transformation of the Society to deliver maximum public benefit in line with the Society’s vision and mission

· Line managing staff as required

Main Responsibilities

Strategy and planning

· Development and delivery of a fundraising campaign (including grant funding, individual and organisational donations, and other fundraising activities) for a c£6m project, setting targets in collaboration with the Director and meeting them, creating engaging and successful proposals and cases for support

· Lead the annual fundraising planning process to produce effective strategies to achieve income targets across a range of revenue streams

· In cooperation with the Director, lead the development of a long-term fundraising strategy to achieve agreed long term Society goals and vision

· Identify new potential income streams and produce strategies to access these funds

Fundraising

· Build and manage an effective fundraising team (across the Society staff and volunteers as required) that delivers fundraising income meeting set targets

· Oversee the management of a grant and trust income programme, supporting staff as necessary and ensuring production of effective, high-quality proposals and reports

· Oversee the management of an individual giving programme, supporting staff as necessary and ensuring production of effective, high-quality donor development and reports

· Lead on development of new funding streams

· Develop and maintain effective supporter journeys for the development of relationships and retention

Senior Management

The Head of Fundraising is a member of the Society’s Senior Management Team (SMT) and as such the post-holder will be expected to play a proactive role in the management of the Society including:

· Organisational strategic planning and development

· Income and expenditure budget planning and management

· Advising members of SMT on the availability of funds and the viability of obtaining funds to support initiatives

· Contribute to leadership decisions on all aspects of policy, development and organisation

· Playing a significant role in the preparation, implementation and monitoring of Society strategy and action plans

· To participate as an active member of the SMT, attending meetings and producing reports as required

· Attending Finance, Audit and Risk Committee meetings to report and give advice on fundraising matters

· Attending and participating in Council (trustee meetings) and producing reports as required

· Contribute to establishing and delivering on the core values of the Society

· Attend and participate in relevant events

A full job description is available.

Person Specification

The Head of Fundraising will have substantial fundraising and management experience, a talent for building relationships and a proven track record in securing funds from statutory sources, foundations, trusts and major donors. They will be a key contact for grant giving organisations, personal donations and legacies. They will report directly to the Director sharing collective responsibility to deliver the Society’s strategy and vision. As such they will need the following:

Requirements - essential

· At least three years’ experience in a similar role

· Demonstrable record of major capital fundraising leadership and delivery, ideally within a charitable organisation but others will be considered

· A track record of successful fundraising, including sizeable NLHF applications

· Experience of utilising the strength of an organisational brand for charity/business development

· Proven track record of meeting challenging income targets

· Proven ability to build, manage and develop key stakeholder, client and donor relationships including developing and managing individual donors and development of legacy giving

· Experience of developing and implementing strategic and business plans

· Strong leadership skills

· Track record of bringing innovative creative thinking and fresh ideas to an organisation and/or its services

· Knowledge of the fundraising environment including regulations around due diligence and compliance

· Knowledge of a range techniques and disciplines which will support the cost-effective generation of income for the Society

· Excellent interpersonal and networking skills

· Exceptionally convincing and persuasive written and oral skills with the ability to present and convey complex ideas and issues clearly and coherently to a diverse range of audiences

· Ability to secure Senior Management and Board approval for strategy

· Demonstrable ability to evaluate the type of initiatives and programs within the scope of the post and initiate, develop and deliver new initiatives that build on their successes

Aptitude

· Inclusive management style with experience of line management

· Ability to work flexibly, including occasional weekend and out-of-hours work

· Strong commitment to the values and ethos of the organisation

· The ability to drive and embed lasting change

· Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously, take initiative, make decisions and achieve ambitious targets

· Demonstrable commitment to inclusive working, ensuring equality and valuing diversity

Requirements - desirable

· Experience of working in a charitable organisation

· Experience of working in a membership organisation

· Experience and understanding of working with heritage organisations

· Understanding of the main issues facing the heritage sector

· Entrepreneurial outlook

· Experience of matrix management

· Evidence of Continued Professional Development relevant to the role purpose and level

Further Information

This post is an initial 2.5-year (30 month) full-time contract which will be extendible subject to funding. There will be a short probationary period during which time your skills and suitability for the position will be assessed. Development of fundraising for the Transformation Plan will be the immediate priority. A lot of work has already been undertaken by the Society in preparing for an NLHF application as part of this, but the skill and experience of this post will ensure it has the maximum chance of success. This will include liaising with others, including NLHF staff and our consultants, the More Partnership.

The tasks and role will develop in line with the requirements in that application and the implementation of the Transformation Plan and will be reviewed after the submission of the initial NLHF bid. However, the core responsibilities will remain the development and delivery of successful fundraising strategies, increasing income to the Society.

The Society of Antiquaries of Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and believes that diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and encourage all interested individuals to apply.

A full job description is available.

The Society of Antiquaries of Scotland

The Society has been around for over 240 years, actively supporting the study and enjoyment of Scotland’s past, ensuring everyone to research, share, enjoy and protect its heritage, home and abroad. We are now looking to contract a new role created to help us enhance the organisation and increase its sustainability into the future.

What we do

The Society of Antiquaries of Scotland is a heritage charity (SC010440) with global membership providing expertise, support and resources to enhance and promote the understanding and enjoyment of Scotland’s past. It empowers and facilitates research and innovation, advocating as an independent voice for heritage, and sharing knowledge of the past with everyone. For more information please refer to our website.

Job Purpose

This position will lead the established department/s in order to deliver on key priority areas of the Strategic Plan in the areas of: breeding for unfavorable environments, breeding for favorable environments, quantitative genetics and biometrics (related to plant breeding), seed and delivery systems, and germplasm evaluation, host plant resistance, and including market access and nutrition traits and abiotic stress tolerance. The position will have a key role in strengthening the Institute’s role as a key provider of dynamic and innovative pre-breeding and breeding research outcomes leveraging IRRI’s scientific expertise, international convening role, trusted advisor status, and extensive partnerships network. This position provides the overall leadership for accelerating the development of new rice varieties and hybrids in all major rice-growing environments, with a particular emphasis on targeted product development pipelines that, based on clear product profiles, utilize molecular breeding approaches and distributed germplasm evaluation networks to maximize genetic gains. New breeding systems and tools have been put in place in the Rice Breeding Innovation department, however further innovative and cost-effective tools and breeding systems will need to be identified, developed and implemented to achieve the goals of making the IRRI breeding program the pre-eminent public sector cereal breeding program globally.

The Rice Breeding Innovations Research Director is responsible for assuring success in a global context, while focusing on South Asia, Southeast Asia and Eastern and Southern Africa. The position also requires an understanding of breeding information management systems, intellectual property, and an ability to work with the private sector with the assistance of business development specialists. In addition to being a recognized international expert in the field, the successful applicant will have the leadership and change management experience, standing and personal qualities required to provide inspirational leadership to a group of Research Unit Leaders, and provide strategic guidance in research innovations, partnerships and delivery of programs and projects. Department Leaders have a critical role in shaping IRRI’s research for development agenda by bringing together discipline based teams organized through Research units with cross-institutional functions, in order to ensure both the research and delivery imperatives of IRRI are met.

This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baños, Philippines and is open for international applications.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary and cross-functional groups to ensure that the Department and Research Unit goals and priorities are aligned with IRRI’s overall strategy, priorities, target goals, and values
• Contribute collaboratively to the Institute-wide research management team reporting to the Deputy Director General for Research in order to ensure cross-disciplinary, cross site, and cross functional collaboration across all of IRRI
• Ensure accountability of Research Unit Leaders to deliver research outcomes in compliance with donor requirements and IRRI’s policies and procedures
• Work as part of a team to bring in new resources to support IRRI’s research for development objectives
• Facilitate the identification of research priorities and optimum usage of IRRI’s resources
• Promote, sustain and develop new strategic partnerships and alliances with public and private stakeholders to cultivate collaborative research programs
• Act as a catalyst and champion of IRRI-wide changes to achieve IRRI’s mission and goals
• Coordinate with IRRI’s Leadership Team, through the DDG-R, in the execution of the Department and Research Unit goals and priorities
• Represent IRRI in research fora, local and international conferences to sustain and develop working relationship with new target investors, donors, government partners, communities and private institutions
• Advocate IRRI’s research for development in international research fora to enhance the IRRI’s brand across different regions
• Engage with IRRI’s national and regional partners to understand their needs and objectives and to provide complementary research for development capacity and programs fulfilling their identified needs
• Facilitate the development, alignment and integration of Research Units operational plans, objectives and key performance indicators 
• Lead and facilitate the completion and delivery of research for development outcomes and ensure compliance to funder requirements within agreed timeframes
• Harness the synergy and nurture the creativity of individual staff, multidisciplinary and cross functional research teams to generate innovative research programs and secure new sources of funding
• Ensure high performance research for development delivery from the department in order to achieve maximum success with investors, donors, partners, and users
• Manage, develop and monitor the performance of Research Unit Leaders to ensure the quality and continuous growth of human resources and to build high performing teams

Qualifications

• PhD degree and subsequent experience in plant breeding
• Recognized as an innovative international leader in a relevant science field
• Significant multicultural and multidisciplinary management experience

Skills Required

Mandatory

• Understand research for development challenges and opportunities
• Excellent people management skills
• Excellent advocacy, presentation, influencing and entrepreneurial skills
• Excellent project management skills
• Proven ability to establish high level of cooperation and alliances

Preferred

• Work experience in Asia or Africa

Applications

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the qualifications, competencies, skills together with a detailed curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources and Organizational Development Office, Ms. Anna Junsay with a subject: Application – Research Director, RBI - your full name.

The position is urgent and will be filled as soon as suitable candidate is found. Only qualified applicants with relevant skills and experience will be contacted. We recommend applying as soon as possible and not later than 4 December 2024.

Robertson Bell are working on behalf of The King’s Trust to recruit to a Finance Manager position on a permanent basis. At The King’s Trust, we believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing. We help young people from disadvantaged communities and those facing the greatest adversity by supporting them to build the confidence and skills to live, learn and earn.

The role of the Finance Manager is to ensure finance operations processes are fit for purpose, documented and communicated; to monitor and report on the performance of the team and to identify opportunities and support the implementation of improvements and efficiencies. This is a key role in delivering financial support and information to the Trust to ensure its continued delivery

of programmes and support for young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and document financial controls framework relating to Sales, Purchase and General ledger as agreed with the Financial Governance & Control team or in response to audit findings.
• Support the Head of Finance Operations to embed a “right-first-time” approach; review, enhance and streamline processes and respond to regulatory or technological changes that impact Trust.
• Set, agree and monitor service standards in conjunction with stakeholders and finance colleagues; and provide regular reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop a suite of KPIs with stretch targets for the Finance Operations Team, work with colleagues to embed, monitor and report to senior management with actions required to achieve target where required.
• Document all Finance Operation processes and procedures.
• Prepare the VAT return for The King’s Trust VAT group.
• Ensure Finance Operations processes are compliant with VAT regulations; provide advice and support to the GL team to ensure all transactions have the correct VAT treatment applied.
• Maintain Finance pages of the Intranet ensuring colleagues have access to all information and documentation to interact efficiently with finance processes.
• Identify training needs for non-finance colleagues; plan and agree on targeted training programmes with non-finance colleagues.
• Network with peers (internal and external) to keep up to date with sector and organisational changes and best practices.
• Work with the internal and external audits as required.

The successful candidate will:

• Have extensive experience overseeing accounts payable and receivable ledgers in a senior capacity, with the knowledge to proactively identify process improvements.
• Naturally analytical and have the desire to drive efficiencies, implement KPIs and contribute to the team’s development strategy.
• Have an understanding of VAT calculations and regulations. Ideally have exposure to partial-exemptions relating to the non-profit sector.
• Be a confident communicator and have the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be based in their Birmingham office, requiring you to go into the office three days per week. You will also benefit from a fantastic holiday package, including 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and closure over Christmas and New Year.

Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!

Prospectus are delighted to be supporting this wonderful health organisation in their search for a Corporate Partnerships Manager. They are leaders in empowering individuals who have experienced life-altering mobility injuries to reclaim their independence and embrace a fulfilling life. For over three decades, they have provided invaluable support to individuals and their families, helping them navigate the challenges of recovery and adapt to new circumstances.

In this role, you will lead the development and execution of a dynamic corporate fundraising strategy. Working closely with trustees, fundraising boards, and committees, you will focus on securing impactful, long-term partnerships with a diverse range of organisations while fostering and growing existing collaborations.

They are seeking a motivated individual with a proven history of securing corporate funding and a talent for creating and delivering persuasive pitches. Proactive and results-oriented, you’ll excel at identifying opportunities and turning them into meaningful outcomes through new business development and exceptional relationship management.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Jessica Stoddart.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon. 

MLC Partners are working with one of the leading conservation charities in the UK to recruit a Commercial Reporting Manager to join their high-performing team. After a period of significant growth over the last few years, the organisation has diversified their income streams from both a charitable and commercial perspective. This high-profile position reports into a Head of Finance who has a keen focus on developing people and comes about following a promotion of the current postholder.

Main responsibilities include:

• Continue the promotion of a strong business partnering culture between finance other stakeholders across the organisation, including SMT members.
• Lead the annual budgeting and business planning process, including delivery of executive reports and presentations, ensuring strategic directional alignment.
• Manage the financial reporting, supporting the Financial Accountant with year-end and the annual report and lead a further team of three business partners.
• Oversee the monthly management account production with a specific focus on the commercial analysis and insight.

The successful candidate:

• Must be a fully qualified accountant with significant experience working in either another charitable organisation or in a commercial business.
• Will have demonstrable experience delivering slick reports and presentations to SMT, clearly displaying information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Display proven experience in leading a team covering financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Understanding of data visualisation tools such as Power BI will be beneficial but is not essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Senior FBP or FP&A Manager looking for their next move into a broader position as step towards a future director role.

Applications will be reviewed daily, and the role may close before the advertised date. For more information or an informal discussion about your job search, please contact Jamie Elliott at MLC Partners.

Full/Part-time (minimum 30 hours per week), 52 weeks per year

Location: Central Services Office in Marlow

This is a newly created role which is being introduced to support the centralisation and future growth of the Trust. This hands-on role will be responsible for preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring all transactions and month-end processes are carried out, preparation of balance sheet, capital projects and fixed assets reconciliations , line management of finance officers and assistants, as well as oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable and VAT returns. You will be involved in cash flow forecasting, treasury/banking processes, budgeting/forecasting process, monthly reporting, variance analysis and more. You will support the CFO and the Business Manager, and work closely with all schools’ leadership teams and Headteachers. 

The successful candidate will have previous financial experience and recognised accounting qualification, ideally in a school environment, and will be flexible and able to demonstrate an ability to adapt to a changing environment. You will be professional in your approach to all aspects of the role, extremely well organised, a team player and competent with accounting and procurement software, MsOffice and Google Suites. 

Please see attached job description for full details. Please note that application should include a complete applicaton form. 

Closing date: 9am, Monday 9 December 2024.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should suitable candidates apply before the closing date.

The school is fully committed to the DfE guidance on Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education and all candidates for the post will therefore be subject to vetting procedures following Buckinghamshire Council’s guidance and the Trust’s Safer Recruitment Policy. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of the safer recruitment process. 

Senior Finance Administrator

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Administrator to join a dynamic and supportive team. 

The role offers hybrid and flexible working and part-time hours.

Position: Senior Finance Administrator

Location: Remote 

Hours: Part-time working, 16 hours per week with the option to work up to 22.5 hours

Salary: £28,626 - £34,544 pro-rata (plus London weighting if applicable)

Benefits: 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata), day off for your birthday, 5% pension contribution

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 16th December 2024. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advert early

The Role

The Senior Finance Administrator is essential to the financial operations of the organisation and is responsible for preparing and sending accurate invoices, managing AR/AP, preparing budgets and reports, improving internal processes and handling finance-related enquiries.

Working closely with the staff team and board, the Senior Finance Administrator provides business support, while ensuring that all financial processes align with the co-operative’s values and strategic goals.

Main duties include:

• Ensure the effective day-to-day running for financial operations in line with processes and procedures

• Regularly review finance systems and processes, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.

• Use CRM and accounting software (Xero) to ensure accuracy of data to manage financial data and information.

• Create financial reports and support business development.

• Create and check invoices for accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness, and cash flow.

• Set up new suppliers and maintain strong relationships with purchasers, manage contract renewals, ensuring all contracts are up-to-date and compliant.

• Support payroll and expense claims

• Handle finance-related enquiries, providing accurate and timely responses.

The position is grounded in the co-operative’s ethos, ensuring financial processes align with the organisation’s values and strategic objectives. The co-operative is co-run and co-owned by its members, who are Deaf people and communication professionals. As an employee, you can become a worker member and have a say in how the business is run. 

About You

You will have demonstrable experience of working in a finance administration role with an excellent understanding of financial principles and practices. 

You will also have experience of:

• Using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel including formulae and data analysis

• Using Xero

• Dealing with income

• Using a sales CRM database

Join the team and contribute to a meaningful and impactful mission while developing your career in a supportive and inclusive environment. 

To fulfil the role, you must have the right to work in the U.K. 

About the Organisation

The co-operative develops ethical tech to support the provision of British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreters and other communication professionals. The organisation values diversity and promotes equality and encourages and welcomes applications from all sections of society and are keen to receive applications from members of the Deaf community. We are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. 

You may also have experience in areas such as Administrator, Admin, Administration, Finance Administrator, Finance Officer, Finance Coordinator, Finance Support Administrator, Finance Lead, Senior Finance Administrator. #INDNFP

Please note NFP People are advertising this role on behalf of our client.       

The Talent Set are delighted to be working with Guts UK to find their new Philanthropy & Trusts Manager.

The charity offers a flexible working environment, with offices in London (NW1) and Huddersfield (HD1) and are open to working arrangements that allow a presence in either location 1dpw.

Philanthropy & Trusts Manager
£39,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience
London/Huddersfield (hybrid with min. 1dpw at either office)

Guts UK supports those with digestive diseases, funding life-saving research into the digestive system, including the gut, liver, and pancreas. Since 1971, they’ve invested over £16 million in studies to improve diagnosis and treatment. The charity also provides expert information, raises public awareness, and empowers individuals to seek help for digestive conditions.

Research shows that 58% of people are embarrassed to talk about their digestive condition or symptoms and 51% of people delay seeking advice for their symptoms for over 6 months. Guts UK’s vision is of a world where digestive disorders are better understood, better treated, and everyone who lives with one gets the support they need.

The charity has big ambitions for the future, with the Philanthropy and Trusts Manager playing a key role in supporting the charity to increase income to deliver greater impact through services and support. You'll work as part of a close-knit team, leading the development of the Trusts & Foundations portfolio, alongside identifying opportunities for corporate partnerships. 

As Philanthropy and Trusts Manager you will craft compelling proposals, identifying new opportunities for funding and applying a relationship-led approach to ensure long-term, impactful support. You will have autonomy to think creatively and strategically, working closely with the senior team to proactively identify funding opportunities that support the strategic aims of the charity. 

The Role:

• Develop and implement strategies for trusts, foundations and corporate fundraising, growing a prospect pipeline by identifying opportunities to secure multi-year/high value support from these audiences.
• Create compelling proposals/pitches, targeting high value funders and showcasing opportunities for innovative partnerships/funding. 
• Foster a relationship-led approach, enabling strategic stewardship and account management of new/existing funders to maximise funding opportunities. 
• Collaborate with key stakeholders (internally and externally) to support long term plans and enable long term, sustainable growth of income. 

About You:

• Experience of trusts/corporate fundraising, with a proven track record of identifying and securing 5-figure donations.
• Strong account/relationship management skills, with a proactive approach to maximise opportunities and develop long-term relationships.
• Skilled in pipeline management and prospect research, including working closely with key stakeholders to identify network opportunities. 
• A creative and collaborative nature, with the ability to work as part of a small, ambitious team, to propose and initiate new ideas/projects. 

Closing Date: Thursday 5th December
Interviews: First interviews w/c 9th December

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Prospectus is excited to be supporting our client with their search for a Head of Corporate Partnerships.

The organisation is a pioneering breast cancer charity committed to delivering psychological, practical and emotional support to those diagnosed with the disease throughout the UK. They also raise awareness of the importance of early detection and diagnosis through our breast health masterclasses, equipping individuals, institutions and corporates with knowledge of signs and symptoms of breast cancer.

This a permanent position, paying a salary of up to £55,000 per annum and the postholder will be working in a hybrid model in King’s Cross, London. 

The Head of Corporate Partnerships will identify and research potential corporate partners that align with the charity's mission and values. You will develop and implement strategies to approach and secure new corporate partnerships and craft tailored proposals and presentations to effectively communicate the benefits of partnering with Future Dreams.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in corporate fundraising or business development preferably within the charity sector. They are looking for someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.

We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Ariha Semontee at Prospectus.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. Please in the first instance share an up-to-date CV with us and should your experience be suitable, we will look to arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You will then have all the information you need to finalise your formal application. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

About us

Dementia Together Wirral is an established charity, currently in a period of rapid growth and strategic development and now have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, forward thinking and experienced Operations Manager to join our team of paid staff and volunteers. The Steve Morgan Foundation has generously agreed to provide a grant towards the salary costs of this new fixed term post for 3 years.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking somebody who is a confident communicator, with strong analytical, IT and critical thinking skills, able to build and maintain relationships internally and externally, write accurate and concise reports and with excellent interpersonal and financial management skills. You will provide the 'link' between the paid staff and volunteers, and the Board of Trustees, and be comfortable as the public face of the charity when needed. Yes, we asking for a lot but in return we are offering a competitive salary, plus 3% pension contribution and the chance for you to join a friendly, supportive charity at a pivotal point in our development where your input can help shape our future direction. 

This is a remote working position but will involve regular travel to meetings and locations where our user activities are held.

Please see the attached job description for full details.

If you think you have the skills, experience and the 'can do' attitude that we are looking for, send your CV and covering letter by the closing date of 28th November 2024.

Customer Journeys Transformation Lead
Type: Part-time (17.5 hours a week), fixed term contract until 30 April 2025 (maternity cover)
Location: Office-based in London with the flexibility to work remotely
Salary: £25,873 (FTE £51,747) per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 3, Profession / Technical

About us

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.

About this job

The MS Society is undergoing a major transformation, investing in data, technology, services and engagement to better serve the MS community. Our goal is to create a more connected and inspiring experience that deepens relationships and boosts engagement, income and impact.

As Customer Journeys Transformation Lead, you will play a key role in this change, leading efforts to map and improve customer journeys across all touchpoints.

You will work with technical teams, subject matter experts, senior leaders and the community to design future journeys that enhance the customer experience and support our transformation goals. Using customer research and person-centred design, you will identify key moments, pain points, and areas for improvement.

Your focus will be on service journeys, volunteering, income generation and campaigning. You will also define a strategic approach to integrate these journeys across all areas.

Additionally, you’ll work closely with governance and business intelligence teams to make sure changes are planned and delivered effectively and impact is measured.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Tuesday 3 December 2024

Interested? 

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Equal Opportunities 
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.