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Lewisham Local connects the community to give, share and work together to create happier and healthier communities. We are growing and want to engage local people to give their time, money and skills to make a difference in Lewisham.
You will lead an exciting and unique local giving programme, engaging new communities of givers, leading impactful campaigns to raise awareness of the good causes and needs in Lewisham and develop a legacy of local giving in Lewisham.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
· Work closely with the Committee and key stakeholders focusing on a shared vision, mission of Lewisham Giving and to successfully deliver the strategy.
· Produce an annual plan of work that sets out the key priorities and activities for Lewisham Giving and is approved by the Committee
· Proactively establish and nurture a network of businesses, residents, community organisations, and individuals who will contribute time, money, skills, opportunities and connections to ensure a sustainable Giving model for Lewisham.
· Commission or carry out research as necessary to understand unmet need and inform plans to maximise impact.
· Further develop the giving model for Lewisham through co-design with residents and other relevant agencies and monitor and report on their impact.
For futher information please refer to the full job description and person sepcification attached below.
Closing date: Sunday 25th August 2024
Interview date: Thursday 5th September 2024
About the recruitment:
We are committed to our staff team reflecting the diversity of the communities we serve and strongly welcome applications from minority communities.
Shortlisted candidates who outline their skills and experience in the 2-page covering letter that matches the essential criteria will be interviewed. Two references from the previous and current employer will be taken up for the successful candidate, and where necessary employers may be contacted to gather further information.
We are committed to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults and children, where appropriate may require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Shortlisted candidates who outline their skills and experience in the 2-page covering letter that matches the essential criteria will be interviewed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A little bit about the role
This advert will close at 9am, 7 August 2024
We seek a dynamic leader with excellent interpersonal skills to join our team as Head of Partnerships and Placements on a 12 month fixed-term contract basis. The ideal candidate must excel in building and sustaining partnerships, managing strategic projects, and leading a team to achieve significant results.
You will be allocating 500 placements for Approach Social Work participants and recruiting leaders for and sell other Frontline programmes or services. This is directly linked to achieving Frontline’s organisational objective of having 4,000 impactful Fellows by 2025, who will create social change for children without a safe or stable home.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Meet sales targets
- Provide a great experience for partners
- Systems, project management and compliance
- Support wider organisational objectives
- Excellent team leadership and people management
A little bit about you
The ideal candidate will be an experienced account management and sales professional, skilled in setting and achieving demanding sales targets. We are looking for someone with a strong track record in managing complex projects, leveraging external stakeholder relationships, and and balancing different needs. With excellent people management skills, you will balance support and challenge, and be adept at using data and CRM systems to manage relationships and generate insights.
We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own.
If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities. Please let us know how we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you.
We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Talent Set are delighted to be working with a fantastic Health Charity to find their brand new Individual Giving & Acquisitions Lead.
The charity offers a flexible working environment, with hybrid working from either of their London offices.
The Individual Giving & Acquisitions Lead is a new role in their Marketing & Communications team. The postholder will play a key role in developing and delivering the Individual Giving Programme to drive income growth, engage new audiences and retain existing supporters. This role would suit a candidate looking to harness their skill set in direct marketing and use their ability to create new fundraising products to set up an Individual Giving Programme from scratch, with support from the Head of Marketing & Communications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on creating and implementing a strategy to support the development of a new Individual Giving and Acquisition Programme in collaboration with the Head of Marketing & Communications.
- Plan, develop and implement a range of direct marketing campaigns to support the acquisition of new donors and the retention of existing supporters, ensuring that all campaigns are managed effectively and delivered on time and within budget.
- Deliver personalised and tailored content to increase engagement with existing and new supporters.
- Enhance supporter journeys by using data insights to develop segmentation and improve targeting for IG activities.
- To effectively manage the end-to-end creative process from inception to execution of direct marketing campaigns.
- Working with the database manager, report on post-campaign data analysis to evaluate effectiveness and understand ROI.
- Working with the Head of Marketing & Communications to deliver an excellent supporter experience across all communications and fundraising activity, working with colleagues to ensure consistency with other fundraising programmes.
- Brief, monitor and manage internal stakeholders’ relationships for Individual Giving campaigns and projects, maximising opportunities to cross sell across all audiences.
Person Specification:
- Proven track record of DM campaign management experience.
- Proficient experience of working with data selections, segmentation and campaign analysis.
- Significant experience in managing the end-to-end creative process and proven success in donor acquisition and retentions.
- Experience in designing and delivering supporter journeys for a variety of audiences.
- Experience of delivering excellent results within agreed budgets and on schedule.
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 practises 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.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The role of Volunteering Manager will work to review and expand Concordia’s Volunteering programmes to ensure a variety of attractive opportunities both in the UK and abroad. They will ensure effective management and administration of all opportunities, initiate new partnerships with UK charities and hosts, and represent Concordia at international events and network meetings.
This role requires an individual with highly effective organisational and administrative skills, as well a strong aptitude to identify and act on new opportunities.
We are looking for a creative individual who possesses high standards, and a commitment to quality volunteering placements. The right candidate will communicate with passion and enthusiasm and have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
ROLE OBJECTIVES
- To maintain, review and develop current Concordia volunteering programmes and partnerships
- To actively research & seek out new partnerships for hosting volunteers coming to the UK and UK volunteers travelling overseas
- To ensure the creative promotion of inclusive and appealing volunteering opportunities to a wide audience
- Responsible for the recruitment, training and management of voluntary coordinators for delivery at our UK and overseas volunteering projects.
- To establish effective and proportionate user-led processes to ensure the smooth administration and induction of new volunteers
- To ensure effective monitoring and evaluation systems are in place and to ensure regular summary reports of impact and statistics are produced.
- To provide clear information, support and advice for all volunteers travelling abroad/coming to the UK
- To develop and maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders, locally and internationally
- To coordinate delivery carefully and within budget
- To work with the senior team to ensure financial sustainability of programmes and responsiveness to new project and funding opportunities
- To deliver or commission volunteer training as required
- To input and manage personal and sensitive data, keeping all individual records up to date
- To work according to all Concordia’s policies, including data protection, health and safety, equity, diversity and inclusion and safeguarding
- To be available to work evenings, weekends and residentials where necessary
- To be a team player working cohesively with Concordia colleagues, volunteers and supporters
- To undertake duties and provide support to the Head of Youth Programmes on other tasks and activities as needed.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential experience:
- Highly organised professional with the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Significant experience in establishing and maintaining impactful international volunteering schemes
- Experience of creating new ambitious and inclusive programmes and opportunities for people of all ages, in particular young people
- Demonstrable and relevant experience in Health & Safety
Essential technical competencies
- An understanding of the data protection requirements in respect of volunteers
- Excellent IT skills, including experience of using Microsoft Excel and Word
- Experience of web-based platforms for recruiting volunteers and working with CRM databases
- Good knowledge of social media platforms and how they can be used to engage with stakeholders, both existing and potential
Essential Skills
- Ability to set and achieve ambitious targets
- Excellent communication skills in a variety of forms and contexts, including training and presentations
- Excellent administrative, planning and organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and to prioritise and manage workloads
- Ability to work on own initiative and in different teams working to the same purpose
- Sound decision-making
- Adaptable, innovative and ambitious in relation to volunteering
- Have an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of young people and adults at risk
- Have an understanding of and be able to demonstrate a commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Desirable Criteria:
- Charity VISA application processing experience
- Project management
- Emergency First Aid or First Aid at work
- Personal experience of international volunteering or community volunteering
Other
- Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as required
- Willingness and ability to undertake travel in the UK and abroad as required
- A full driving license and use of a suitable vehicle
How to Apply: Send cover letter stating how you meet the person specification criteria (no more than 2 A4 pages) and a CV.
Closing date for applications: 2nd August 2024
Shortlisting: W/C 5th August 2024
Interview Date: W/C 12th August 2024
to foster cross-cultural understanding by providing people with quality opportunities for international volunteering and work experience
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Tender is an arts charity working with children and young people to prevent domestic abuse and sexual violence through creative projects. Our programmes are safe, enjoyable, age-appropriate spaces where young people can engage with sensitive topics and “rehearse” for real-life scenarios. Participants are encouraged to be both consumers and producers of learning through script-work, role-play and creative media such as films and art. Throughout, we enable young people to explore their choices, rights and expectations in relationships and to recognise the early warning signs of abuse.
We have grown rapidly in recent years, and now have an exciting and varied programme of work which is funded from a wide range of sources. We have long-standing, high-value relationships with organisations such as the Mayor’s Office, Esmée Fairbairn and Clifford Chance, and continue to grow our income from a range of supporters from trusts, foundations, corporates, individuals and community fundraisers.
We now have a need for an Officer to work closely with the Development Director and CEO in developing our corporate income stream, building on strong, established corporate partnerships and developing new ones, to generate both earned income and corporate donations. You will also work closely with our Corporate Advisory Board, which includes a diverse, ambitious group of professionals who are supporting us to maximise our corporate income stream. This role will involve a diverse range of work, from identifying prospects, creating compelling funding approaches and workforce training pitches, through to successfully managing relationships with corporate partners.
The main purposes of the Development Officer role are:
- Working with the Development team to collectively achieve annual fundraising targets exceeding £2m per year
- Selling workplace training and donation opportunities to corporate partners across a range of industries, but in particular the legal and financial services sectors
- Supporting the CEO and Development Director to increase Tender’s workplace training delivery in order to achieve income targets through sales
- Contributing to applications and events in support of fundraising from other sources
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about evidence-driven practice and high quality data?
Do you enjoy translating complex data into logical conclusions?
This role will work closely with the Head of UK Social Impact, the Programmes, Policy and Impact Directorate, the wider organisation, and Network Partners to improve Carers Trust's monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) practice and our wider evidence and impact proposition. This role will oversee a range of evaluation projects including communicating our impact and insights in a timely way, through research and data analysis and visualisation.
Understanding the evidence for the effectiveness of our work is vital to Carers Trust mission and strategy. Impact evidence will be fundamental to shaping our programmes, informing our advocacy and shaping our internal culture.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Area Support Shop Manager (Wiltshire and Berkshire) (TRD4808)
Location: Wiltshire and Berkshire
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £27,671 per annum
Job Type: Open ended
Closing Date: 7 August 2024
About our Oxfam Shops
Open for business since 1948, Oxfam shops are at the heart of the charity and their community, raising vital funds and increasing public awareness of what we do. They are always guided by our values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness and focussed on making as much money as possible.
Join Our Vibrant Retail Team and Make a Difference!
At Oxfam, our shops have been at the heart of our charity since 1948, contributing significantly to our mission. Our shops play a crucial role in raising funds and increasing public awareness of our impactful work, guided by values of empowerment, accountability, and inclusiveness.
Team Purpose:
Join our dynamic team with the purpose of maximising income through retail sales, adhering to the retail strategy and embracing growth opportunities. As a member of this team, you'll contribute to the heart of the charity and community, guided by values of empowerment, accountability, and inclusiveness. Your role is to be commercially aware, creative, and innovative to make a significant impact.
Job Purpose:
As a key member of the area team, your role is to coordinate and provide operational support to our shops within a defined geographical area. Covering short-term shop manager absences, you'll ensure uninterrupted trading and maximise income generation. No two days are the same – expect variety and collaboration with diverse communities. This role is a fantastic stretch opportunity for those with shop manager experience, serving as a potential stepping stone toward an area manager role.
The role will support shop cover in our Oxfam shop network across Wiltshire and Berkshire. This includes Oxfam Shops in the following geographical area: Corsham, Chippenham, Malmesbury, Marlborough, Devizes, Royal Wootton Bassett, Newbury, Pangbourne, Reading. Whilst travel expenses will be covered, candidates will need to be both willing and able to commit to extensive travel across this defined geographic region
Key Responsibilities:
• Create and maintain inclusive, respectful, and safe environments in the shops.
• Collaborate with Area Manager and shop managers to allocate shop cover effectively.
• Build trusting relationships in each shop to maintain engaged and motivated teams.
• Maximise Net Sales Contribution (NSC) and Gift Aid (GA) in all covered shops to agreed targets.
• Deliver continuous improvement support against specific KPIs.
• Develop and deliver a framework for feedback and handovers.
• Actively contribute to the local community and wider Retail network.
Qualifications:
• Previous retail or operational management experience
• Agile and adaptable working style
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Join us in making a positive impact on communities and showcasing our values in action
Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
How to apply
As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB takes its obligation to protect the rights of children and vulnerable people very seriously; therefore, the successful candidate for this post will be also subject to extensive background checking, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), as this role involves unsupervised access to the above-mentioned groups.
For full information surrounding DBS and the vacancy, please view the full job description.
A thriving diverse Oxfam:
It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.
To do that:
- We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
- We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
- We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.
Maternity Cover Opportunity: Level 1 Youth Worker
Are you enthusiastic and passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you believe in empowering youth to shape their own services? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Benefits – Company Pension, free parking, reduced access to the Gym, C2W
We are seeking an experienced Level 1 Youth Worker to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience working with young people, primarily aged 11-19, up to 25 with disabilities, and from diverse backgrounds.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead and deliver activities and events to support and engage young people.
· Understand and address the needs and challenges faced by youth.
· Positively engage with young people to improve behaviour, skills, and confidence.
· Plan and deliver sessions to a diverse group of young people.
· Ensure adherence to safeguarding practices and procedures.
Why Join Us?
· Make a real impact on the lives of young people.
· Work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
· Opportunity for further career development.
A Little Bit About Us!
Youth Moves is a youth work charity deeply committed to the transformative power of youth work relationships. We collaborate with young people, families, schools, and communities across South Bristol, focusing on those who need our help the most, particularly in the UK's most deprived areas. We empower young people to take responsibility for their actions, make positive choices, and achieve self-sufficiency.
We offer a range of services, including:
· Youth Club Provision
· One-to-One Mentoring
· Youth Participation Programmes
· Targeted Outreach and Group Work
· Positive Activities
· Social Action and Volunteering Opportunities
Our mission is to support young people in making a successful transition to adulthood by providing high-quality programs that foster long-term, positive changes in their lives.
We are dedicated to equality of opportunity for all staff. Applications are encouraged from individuals of all backgrounds.
Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
If you are committed to youth work and want to be part of a team that values the voice of young people, apply now and be a part of something meaningful.
Apply Now and Join Us in Making a Difference!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our teams are made up of people who are committed to our ambitious goals – you do not need to be degree educated to secure a role, but you should be able to demonstrate a combination of experience and competence that meets the requirements of the role. Previous experience in business development, sales, or account management role required and ideally experience in the automotive industry or working with SMEs is advantageous. Experience in managing client relationships and partnerships at a mid or senior level and able to contribute constructively and generously as part of a wider team. You must be passionate about driving growth and making a positive impact through strategic partnerships. Able to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
You will be responsible for:
- Growth (income, partnerships, promotion, participation and advocacy) in a designated geographic territory, or sector, within the UK automotive industry
- Identifying and pursue growth opportunities spending 60-80% of your time ‘on the road’ visiting and pitching new prospects and existing partners, and attending networking and industry events
- Agree new income-generating partnerships ensuring Ben’s employer proposition, fundraising events, products, and campaigns are consistently promoted to all employees
- Deliver targeted income growth by agreeing and facilitating corporate donations and fundraising to support our ambitious plans based on defined KPIs and targets
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within automotive companies and other industry organisations
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions and proposals that meet the needs of potential partners
- Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to identify strategic opportunities and challenges
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Research, qualify, prospect and pitch potential business opportunities with mid and senior level contacts in SLT, HR, People and Health & Wellbeing and relevant functions
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Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve revenue goals and targets
- Build and maintain a balanced pipeline of prospective clients and partners through proactive networking and relationship-building activities
- Lead the development and presentation of proposals, pitches, and partnership agreements in line with Ben’s strategic ambition
- Negotiate and agree ad-hoc and continuing corporate donations and fundraising in line with individual, team and organisation targets
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of growth strategies and initiatives, using a ‘test and learn’ approach to ensure maximum success
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role Title: Retention Manager
Salary: up to £47,822 P/A
Location: London
Tenure: Permanent
ActionAid UK is a member of the ActionAid Federation, an international charity that works with women and girls living in poverty. As part of the ActionAid Federation, we work with women and girls, our partners, and dedicated staff in 43 countries to end violence and fight poverty so that all women, everywhere, can create the future they want.
Are you a keen advocate of women and girls’ rights in emergencies?
Are you a strategic thinker passionate about making a difference?
Then we'd love to hear from you!
ActionAid UK is looking for a dynamic and dedicated Retention Manager to join our Public Fundraising team.
This role offers the chance to work on impactful campaigns and contribute to our mission of social justice and equality. As Retention Manager, you will collaborate with the Head of Supporter Retention to plan and execute retention strategies, focusing on maximising supporter value through trading activities and virtual giving. You’ll manage all aspects of direct marketing campaigns, ensuring they are on brand, on time, and within budget.
Within this role you'll have the opportunity to analyse supporter and behavioural data; spotting trends, reporting and analysing fundraising data will be really important in helping you understand our audiences and supporters. You will do this by working with a diverse stakeholders including Retention, Acquisition, members of supporting teams, AA-federation members, suppliers, and agencies.
Reporting to the Head of Supporter Retention, you will plan and deliver integrated appeals including virtual giving trading products, retention campaigns, and developing engaging supporter journeys (including nursery/first 12-months supporter life-cycle).
Leading by example, you’ll support team members’ development and work with Data, Analysis, and Insight teams to create high-quality supporter journeys. Additionally, you’ll provide support for budget processes and present innovative business proposals. You will deputize for the Head of Supporter Retention, engage with various departments to achieve organisational objectives, and promote a positive and innovative working environment. As a line manager, you’ll coach team members, conduct regular 1:1s, set objectives, and manage performance issues proactively.
We’re looking for someone with a strong affinity for ActionAid’s vision, proven experience in donor journeys and direct marketing, and excellent interpersonal skills. Desirable skills include experience in the not-for-profit sector, knowledge of digital channels, and familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics CRM.
Join us for impactful work, professional growth, and an inclusive environment committed to feminist behaviours and anti-racist storytelling. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference, apply now to join ActionAid UK as our next Retention Manager!
Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be asked to participate in criminal records checks at the point of offer.
Additional Information:
Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging:
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging are key to our organisational culture. We are on a journey to become not only an anti-racist organisation but one that proudly celebrates the diversity of all applicants and employees. We look forward to you bringing your full self to work, proudly sharing your unique perspective and helping us to shape our combined future. We especially welcome applications from those from underrepresented/marginalised communities.
AAUK is a disability Confident Committed organisation and as such any candidate that declares a disability will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria for the role.
Referencing and Safeguarding:
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include safeguarding, criminal records and terrorism finance checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
ActionAid UK is committed to preventing any form of sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse (including child abuse and adult at-risk abuse) and responding robustly when these harms take place. We expect all ActionAid UK Staff and ActionAid UK Representatives to share this commitment. We will not tolerate our Staff or other representatives carrying out any form of sexual harassment, exploitation or abuse towards anyone we come into contact with through our work.
Working practices:
ActionAid is committed to supporting flexible working. If you would like to discuss flexible working options, including the possibility of a job share for this role, there will be space to do so during the interview process.
ActionAid UK has a hybrid working policy for many of our roles. The requirement will vary from team to team and the responsibilities of individual roles. As a minimum, all colleagues are expected to attend the office 12 days per year, plus additional time for induction, training, and “Company Connection days.” Some roles may require in-office attendance on all days and if so, these will clearly be marked as in-office roles.
Please note that ActionAid UK does not offer fully remote working options. We encourage you to discuss hybrid working expectations at interview.
Recruitment Processes:
Please note that ActionAid UK may review, shortlist and interview candidates prior to the closing date so we encourage all candidates to apply as soon as possible.
If we receive a very high response, we may close the vacancy early and will not accept further submissions.
Do you want to work for a dynamic, creative, fast-paced charity?
At Action Together we see the amazing things people achieve when they work together to make the lives of others better. If you share our values: believe it’s possible, strengthen others, and be true, we’d love you to consider joining our team.
Volunteering Support Officer
The role
Working within Tameside’s volunteering team to raise the profile of volunteering in the community, the Volunteering Support Officer will support the delivery of a high-quality service both to individuals interested in volunteering, and to volunteer managers working within Tameside’s VCFSE sector.
The ideal candidate
The ideal candidate for this role will be someone who is passionate about volunteering and its impact on individuals, organisations, and communities. You will enjoy meeting and interacting with people from diverse backgrounds and communities. You will be someone who likes to work collaboratively and is organised and skilled at following systems and processes.
Salary: £14,171- £15,154 per annum
NJC Scale: Grade 4 SP 7-11
Hours: 21 per week Monday to Friday (occasional weekend and evening work may be required)
Length of contract: 6 months fixed term
Location: Tameside Borough, with some homeworking
The closing date for applications is 9:00am on 12 August 2024
Interviews will be held on 22 August 2024 and will include a panel interview and task.
Previous applicants for this post need not reapply.
Please note, the successful candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and barring Service (DBS) check. A positive Disclosure of Offences will not automatically bar an applicant from being appointed and suitable applicants will not be refused employment because of offences that are not relevant.
At Action Together we value diversity, promote equity and challenge discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to ensuring that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race.
Action Together is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We expect all of our employees to demonstrate this commitment.
To strengthen the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise sector. To enable positive social change and promote social justice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Head of Finance – Global Shared Services
About Us:
Registered in the UK and working globally, Future-CFO is a consultancy firm acting as one-stop shop for Accounting and Finance for NGO’s & NFP start ups. Our client base is a range of change making and social impact not for profits mainly across Europe, North and South America and Africa.
As a forward-thinking organization, we are looking for a dynamic Head of Finance to join our management team. The Head of Finance will oversee all financial aspects of Future CFO’s NFP clients. This includes FP&A, strategic decision-making and donor reporting. The Head of Finance is responsible for managing, supervising, and directing financial activities that our charity clients buy into. Other duties include strategic support to the management personnel and their Board members.
The ideal candidate will have Non Profit and NGO experience and possess a blend of strong financial accounting skills and the ability to manage complex month-end processes across clients that are based globally. They will be confident and a self-starter with excellent people skills, possess a passion for growth and creating a powerful and connected team culture.
Key Responsibilities:
● Oversee and manage a timely month-end closing process across various clients
● Be involved and proactive in comprehensive financial reconciliations that are performed for each client.
● Support the donor reporting process funders alongside our clients programme teams
● Coordinate with various teams and clients to ensure a smooth flow of financial information and to support decision-making processes.
● Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting, managing and complying with government reporting requirements and tax filings.
● Develop and implement financial policies and procedures that improve efficiency and internal controls across Future CFO and aligned to the various clients.
● Prepare and review financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements as well as be key lead of client audit.
● Manage comprehensive donor reporting, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting to donors, grant providers, and other stakeholders.
● Liaise with external auditors, facilitating audits and implementing recommendations as required.
● Monitor financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts, identifying trends, and recommending actions.
● Process standardization for running effective finances across our clients, working with other Future CFO leaders to create KPIs and contract management procedures.
Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) is highly preferred.
● Excess of 5 years experience in a financial management, with a strong background in financial accounting and month-end closing processes.
● Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and standards, with the ability to oversee and ensure accuracy in financial statements and reports.
● Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
● Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with an aptitude for building relationships with internal teams and external clients.
● Proficient in donor reporting and understanding in programmatic activities across the not for profit landscape.
● Proficiency in financial software’s and advanced Excel skills.
What We Offer:
● A dynamic and supportive work environment where you can develop your career.
● Competitive salary and benefits package including Health Insurance and 8% private pension
● Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
● A culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and work-life balance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Internally your job title will be Social Enterprise Lead.
Your proven experience of working with young people between 18-25 with mental health Issues includes having had some management or supervisory responsibility. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Aquarius as a Social Enterprise Manager.
Based in Edgbaston, Aquarius is a charity that helps people and communities overcome the harm caused by alcohol, drugs and gambling. This brand-new role involves working at our social enterprise café, Evolve, housed in Digbeth’s iconic Adam & Eve, a former pub and music venue.
Evolve provides young people who have faced barriers into employment with training and job opportunities – all whilst serving up stellar coffee, freshly prepared sandwiches, and tasty treats. Your challenge will be to take responsibility for the development and growth of Evolve and oversee the running of three sites in Birmingham - Digbeth, Selly Oak and St. Paul's. As well as creating and implementing new pricing and menu structures, we’ll look to you to line manage supervisors and manage their progression. Overseeing the support of young people, budgeting and finances, creating and implementing new marketing strategies and building relationships with suppliers and sponsors – these are just some aspects of this brilliant opportunity.
To succeed, you’ll need to be a multi-tasker with excellent timekeeping who’s flexible over working hours and willing to travel to various locations as required. Professional and presentable in appearance, you have an enthusiastic approach to all aspects of work, coupled with good customer service skills and a real team ethos. What’s more, you’re comfortable working within policy and procedural requirements and following instructions but can also use your initiative. Keen to learn new things, an understanding of costs and trading margins would be useful, while relevant experience and a passion for working in the hospitality industry is essential.
An enhanced DBS check will be required for this post.
This is a permanent full-time role requiring the post holder to work 37 hours per week.
We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience.
This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.
Aquarius was a subsidiary of Richmond Fellowship, with both organisations being part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. On 1st June 2024 Richmond Fellowship merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. At the same time, Aquarius became a subsidiary of Humankind, with no impact to terms and conditions of employment. In October 2024, Humankind will be renamed to reflect the new organisation, of which Aquarius will remain a subsidiary.
Ecommerce Manager
Salary: £25,959 to £29,217 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Sunday
Location: Unit 11, Canal Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 2PA
Are you an experienced ecommerce manager looking for an opportunity to support your local charity?
As an ecommerce manager, you will have a background in ecommerce operations and experience managing multiple sites. You will lead teams across various locations to optimise ecommerce operations and achieve strategic objectives and targets.
ellenor is a hospice charity in Gravesend providing palliative and end-of life care within the local community. At ellenor, we value inclusivity and focus on providing high-quality services with compassion and care.
We offer professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme (with the option for NHS Pension Scheme members to transfer their pension), an employee assistance program, discount schemes, a generous annual leave allowance, and much more.
Key Responsibilities of the role include:
· Collaborate with the Head of Retail to plan, set, and manage the annual ecommerce operating budget, taking corrective actions as needed.
· Ensure your teams are delivering as per the strategic plan and in line with company policies and procedures.
· Monitor and evaluate the performance of ecommerce operations.
· Oversee ecommerce performance, and management, ensuring compliance and maintenance of databases.
· Work with internal teams for campaigns and digital marketing.
· Ensure product offering and pricing is competitive across markets.
Essential requirements:
· Proven experience in managing, supporting, and resourcing a geographically dispersed team through setting and monitoring objectives and targets.
· Proven experience in managing and setting budgets.
· A good understanding of ecommerce management and the challenges of working within the voluntary sector.
· Sound knowledge of
· Excellent customer service skills.
· Good organisation and planning skills with the ability to manage and prioritise workload.
How to apply:
By application form either online, downloadable from our website or by submitting a CV and cover letter. CVs without a cover letter will not be considered.
Application Deadline: Sunday 11th August 2024
Interviews will take place on Monday 19th August 2024
ellenor is committed to recognising and valuing people's differences and promoting an inclusive environment for everyone. We are committed to recruiting and retaining an outstanding and diverse team of individuals who will work together to support our patients and their families at one of the most difficult times of their lives.
Property Manager & Estate Administrator
We have an exciting opportunity for a Property Manager & Estates Administrator to join a fantastic charity and oversee the management of half of the Trust's direct let residential property portfolio of around 160 homes.
Position: Property Manager & Estate Administrator
Location: Fairford, Gloucestershire – with scope for occasional hybrid working.
Salary: £29,000 – £33,000
Contract: Permanent, Full time (35 hours per week)
Closing Date: Tuesday 13 August 2024 at 17:00
Interviews: Wednesday 28 August 2024 & Wednesday 4 September 2024
About the role:
As Property Manager & Estate Administrator you will help the Trust uphold the highest standards of property management. You will provide general estate management administration and working closely with the Managing Agents and Finance team you will drive improvements in property management.
The role involves completing timely rent reviews within the residential portfolio, as well as effectively managing debt levels, minimising void periods, maintaining strict compliance with regulatory standards, and efficiently overseeing repairs and maintenance within budget constraints.
The role offers a blend of administrative duties and engagement with various stakeholders across the estates, playing a pivotal role in ensuring efficient operation, by offering day-to-day support to the Managing Agents.
About you:
We are seeking a motivated and results-driven individual, with excellent organisational skills to take on this interesting and varied role. You will also need to bring with you the following experience:
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
- Previous experience in lettings and property management
- Proven track record in handling tenant and contractor relationships
- Familiarity with property laws and regulations
- Previous experience in management and administration within a property, rural estate or rural business
- Professional qualification, training or experience in property and tenancy management
- Professional qualification, training or experience in property and tenancy management
- Negotiation skills and diplomacy in tenant relations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and property management software (eg. Landmark)
If you feel you have the relevant skills and background, we would love to hear from you!
About the organisation:
The charity’s mission is to improve life chances of children and young people through a range of Outdoor Learning experiences, enabling them to learn from nature, empowering them to have a positive impact on the environment.
They are committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives, regardless of background. Safeguarding is our priority, and all appointments are subject to relevant checks.
Apply today and you will be joining a dynamic and welcoming team, where every member is valued and supported. Enjoy competitive benefits and a chance to make a real impact.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Tenant Liaison Officer, Tenancy Management Officer, Estates Management, Property Manager, Head of Estates, Tenancy Solutions Officer, Lead Tenancy Officer, Housing Management Officer, Tenancy and Estates Manager, Housing Officer, Land & Property Officer, Property Service Manager, Property Management Assistant, Lettings Officer, Property Compliance Officer, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by Social Care People on behalf of the organisation.