Corporate Development Partner Jobs

Childhood Cancer International (CCI) is a global association made up of  parent, survivor and civil organisations dedicated to improving the lives of children and adolescents with cancer, along with their families. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced International Fundraiser to join our team. This position will play a crucial role in securing international grants and funding to support our programmes and initiatives around the world. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising, particularly in successfully obtaining international grants and securing funding from diverse sources.

Base: International Scope, Home-based (with preference to individual based in upper-middle or high income country), with occasional travel.

Responsibilities:

1. Research and Identify Funding Opportunities

• Conduct thorough research to identify international grant opportunities, funding agencies/foundations/institutions and other potential donors.

• Monitor international grant databases, donor directories, and relevant funding portals to stay updated on available funding opportunities.

• Evaluate eligibility criteria, guidelines and application requirements of potential grants and funding sources

2. Grant Proposal Development

• With the ED and the CCI Board (and in collaboration with the global Programme Manager) to develop targeted and compelling grant proposals, ensuring alignment with the organisation's strategic goals.

• Prepare high-quality proposals/grant applications, including budgets, project narratives, monitoring framework for impact assessments, and any additional documentation required.

• Tailor proposals to meet the specific requirements and expectations of each funding opportunity.

3. Relationship Building and Networking

• Cultivate relationships with international funding agencies, philanthropic organisations, corporate partners, and other potential global donors to expand CCI's network and funding base.

• With the ED, identify and create new relationships with high net-worth individuals to expand CCI's funding base. 

• Utilize networks, platforms and other avenues to enhance the CCI brand and increase our network and relationships towards attracting potential donors.

• Assist the ED in developing an effective fundraising strategy aligned with CCI's strategic plan.

• If and when required, attend conferences, workshops, and fundraising events to build connections, to identify and develop funding opportunities.

• With ED, maintain regular communication with existing donors, keeping them informed about CCI's progress and impact.

4. Grant Management and Reporting

• Ensure compliance with grant agreements, including tracking deliverables, reporting deadlines, and financial requirements.

• Work closely with ED and CCI members to provide accurate and timely progress reports to donors.

• With the ED, maintain records of grants, funding applications, and donor interactions. 

5. Marketing 

• With the ED, evaluate the effectiveness of marketing and communication techniques and assist in make necessary adjustments.

• Reach a greater number of supporters and donors through innovative marketing strategies; including, with the ED, the creation of new and innovative fundraising campaigns, or the linking of current events and campaigns to fundraising outcomes. 

• Collaborate with the ED and the Communications Manager  on the development of communications and marketing materials. 

6. General Fundraising Responsibilities

• Stay up to date with current trends, strategies, and best practices in international fundraising and grant writing.

• Participate in professional development opportunities, training sessions, and workshops to enhance fundraising skills and knowledge, as well as knowledge and understanding of the childhood cancer sector.

• Any other fundraising activity as requested by the ED. 

Qualifications:

• A tertiary qualification, degree (or higher qualification) in a relevant field (for example in international development,  marketing or communications).

• A minimum of proven four years’ experience in international fundraising, grant writing, and securing funding from diverse sources.

• Familiarity with international grant databases, donor directories, and funding portals. You should have an existing network of funders and donors. 

• Research and analytical skills.

• Strong writing skills with the ability to craft persuasive and compelling grant proposals.

• Experience in developing budgets for grant applications.

• Ability to work independently, under pressure and to meet deadlines.

Remuneration and working conditions:

• Remuneration package of €55 000 (Euros) per annum, excluding incentive bonuses 

• 38 hour week, remote work 

• Contract position

• 22 days leave per annum 

• This position may require occasional travel to attend conferences, meetings, and fundraising events (costs of which will be covered by the organisation).

• Work hours usually 9 to 5 but will vary depending on deadlines and time zone differences when dealing with members, international partners and donors.

Application and closing date: Please apply by sending your CV/Resume as well as a covering letter by 25th of September, 2024.

Join our global community and the passionate team at Childhood Cancer International (CCI) and contribute to improving the lives of children and adolescents with cancer worldwide. Apply today!

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here. 

The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.

About the role

This is a new role joining our well-established, flourishing digital team. The team is made up of product, engagement and marketing specialists who are committed to empowering people who are affected by breast cancer.

Breast Cancer Now has transformed our digital offering over the last couple of years. Creating a unified, supportive and inclusive experience for those who want to know more about breast cancer at every stage. And to access vital support services to inspire individuals to help us increase our impact through fundraising and campaigning as well as continuing to expand the reach of our world-leading research programmes.

This role will bring leadership, vision and a deep knowledge of user-centred research and UX, UI and content design. To create exceptional experiences for our supporters and service users across multiple digital platforms and channels; keeping their needs at the heart of everything we do.

About you

We're seeking a passionate and experienced user experience (UX) leader to spearhead our user-centred design initiatives. You'll champion a culture of evidence-based optimisation, manage analytics to blend qualitative and quantitative insights and collaborate with our lived experience team to ensure inclusive product development. You'll lead upstream product activities, partnering with various teams to align digital strategies with organisational goals. Your responsibilities will include conducting discovery activities, supporting downstream development, and contributing to product vision and roadmap creation. You'll also oversee user research, usability testing, and the implementation of a comprehensive content strategy.

We are looking for candidates who’ve a strong background in user centred design, analytics, and product development. With a particular focus on accessibility and inclusivity.

You’ll need a proven track record in a head of user experience position or be a lead user experience designer, prepared for your next career step. You should be driven by a desire to create positive change through your work and possess strong leadership skills to mentor and guide team members.

We value a collaborative and proactive approach, coupled with expertise in conducting research with marginalised groups on sensitive topics. Experience of working with external design and development partners is a plus. You should have a comprehensive understanding of UX, design accessibility, information architecture, content strategy, SEO, and product development best practices.

Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management abilities are essential. We're looking for someone who stays current with the latest tools, trends, and technologies in the field, bringing fresh perspectives to our team. If you're a clear and compelling communicator with a passion for user-centred design and a drive to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.

Primary location of role and hybrid working

This role can be primarily based in either our Cardiff, Glasgow, London or Sheffield office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.

When applying

We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact the Breast Cancer Now Recruitment Team. 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.

Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday 10 September 2024

Interview date: Week commencing 23 September 2024 via Microsoft Teams

Fairhive is pleased to be exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell in our search for a Financial Reporting Manager to join our team on a permanent basis. Fairhive is a Community Benefit Society and not-for-profit landlord that provides 9,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and South Northamptonshire. We exist to support residents and neighbourhoods, maintain quality homes, build new ones, and ultimately create thriving communities where people want to live.

Reporting into the Assistant Director of Finance and managing a team of three, this role will be responsible for the day-to-day management and control of the Financial Reporting function within the group. This will include providing direction and hands on support in all things budgeting, forecasting, statutory accounts, business partnering and monthly management reporting, whilst also offering exceptional scope for project work and process automation.

The Organisation:

Our 20,000 residents are at the heart of everything we do, providing good neighbourhoods and safe homes for everyone to lead fulfilling and enjoyable lives. Our services are shaped around residents and community needs and their feedback, to enable social inclusion, reduce poverty, and protect more vulnerable residents through our Welfare Help & Advice. That’s why we involve our residents as much or as little as they want.

We're a proud, certified Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and we believe that people are our greatest asset – their dedication, hard work and continued learning is what allows us to deliver the services residents need – now and in the future. That’s why we invest in employee development and actively support wellbeing. This includes enrolment in a defined benefit pension scheme, opportunities to work from home up to four days per week, ongoing support for professional development, plus lots more!

The key duties of this role are as follows:

• Production of the group’s budget in consultation with budget holders.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts in conjunction with budget holders to ascertain required explanations / proposed actions.
• Preparation of quarterly financial reports for the Executive Management Team and the Board, including a meaningful analysis of variances to budget and forecast.
• Lead on the preparation of Annual Statutory Accounts and being a key point of contact for the external auditors.
• Oversee timely submission of the regulatory returns.
• Work closely with the Financial Services Manager on finance system development and enhancements.
• Oversee provision of proactive and value-added finance business partnering services to operational teams.
• Lead, motivate and support the Assistant Management Accountants and Finance Business Partners to provide a professional and high-quality customer focused service

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified as an accountant with five years’ post qualification experience.
• Proven experience of competently producing budgets, forecasts and management accounts.
• Proven ability of producing statutory accounts and leading the annual external audit.
• Experience of managing staff, including setting objectives and monitoring performance.
• Proven ability to build relationships and work effectively with the wider finance team.
• Ability to produce concise information and analysis to support decision making.
• Experience of working in a medium-sized or large organisations in the social housing or property sectors.
• Strong verbal, written and presentational skills, with the ability to communicate with people at all levels.

The deadline for applications is on Sunday 8^th September, but applications will be under continuous review in advance of this date, so apply today to make sure you don’t miss out! 

This is a permanent opportunity to join our Finance Team as an Accountant, working within a team of 4 Accountants, based in our Head Office, Birmingham.

As a Finance Team we are committed to working collaboratively and are looking for someone with great communication skills and who is a team player. 

Reporting into the Finance Business Support Manager, you will provide support to the 4 Finance Business Partners in delivering accurate and insightful financial reporting and planning for the Fund. Alongside this, you will provide support to colleagues to ensure there is cover across all processes in the Finance Team. The Fund pride themselves on developing individuals, this role allows for an Accountant or Finance Assistant who is part qualified and growing to be supported with the next step in their career. 

Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

• Support the delivery of timely, accurate and insightful financial reporting
• Support the key monthly reporting deliverables ensuring grants, salary, operating cost and headcount transactions are posted and recorded accurately in the Management Accounts
• Undertaking financial system reconciliations 
• Support the quarterly forecasting and the annual budget reporting
• Support the statutory year end reporting
• Review and improve current processes and reporting
• Support the Finance Business Partners to drive efficiencies and contribute to the strategic direction of the Fund 

The ideal candidate should have experience working within a finance department and have an enquiring mind and demonstrate good attention to detail, along with strong analytical and communication skills. The role takes a hybrid approach to working with at least 1 day per week in the Birmingham office. A study package is available.

Interview Date: Wednesday 11th   September (afternoon) and 12th & 13th September (all day), online competency based questions (60 minutes max)

Location: Birmingham, 1 day per week in the Birmingham office. We have a hybrid flexible approach to working and work pattern will be agreed with the successful candidate.

On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below

Essential criteria

• A minimum of three years working in a finance or other relevant role.
• Part qualified and looking to actively progress towards a suitable accounting qualification.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and organise and prioritise workload.
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy and good attention to detail
  for producing written and numerical information.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel to manipulate, interpret, analyse and report on large volumes of data

Desirable criteria

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Proactive approach to identifying and implementing improvements. 

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.  

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages. 

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.) 

Location: Hybrid working in Cardiff. There will be some travel around Wales, with travel outside of Wales only required once or twice a year

Interviews: 16/09 over MS Teams

Government Affairs Manager - Make a Difference in Wales

Are you driven by a desire to create positive change for young people in Wales? As a Government Affairs Manager at The Prince's Trust, you’ll be at the heart of our efforts to align with Welsh Government and local policy, ensuring that our work has a lasting impact. In this role, manage high-profile meetings with senior politicians, and produce insightful policy responses on critical issues like education, employment, and mental health. Your expertise will guide our strategy and ensure we remain a key influencer in the policy landscape, and help us to secure multi-year public sector funding,

With your deep understanding of government processes, excellent communication skills, and a knack for building strong relationships, you’ll keep our team informed and proactive in a fast-moving political environment. If you’re ready to use your skills to help shape the future of young people across Wales, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The Prince’s Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need Government Affairs Managers? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of ​​​​​​​Government Affairs Managers! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The Prince’s Trust Awards, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – PT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), PT GEN (Gender Equality Network), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The Prince's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Diversity Champion and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by PT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), PT GEN (Gender Equality Network), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and Pulse (LGBTQIA+ Network).

Safeguarding 

The Prince's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Req ID: 3093

Classics for All

Unlock the Power of Classical Education

Classics for All is at the forefront of a transformative movement, bringing the rich, timeless benefits of Classical education to state schools across the UK. Our mission is to ensure every pupil has the opportunity to explore the ancient world, fostering critical thinking, cultural understanding, and a love for learning.

Since we started, Classics for All has introduced Classical subjects to over 900 schools, reaching more than 80,000 students.

At an average cost of £50 per pupil, we know from our national network of teachers that we are helping deliver significant educational impact whilst being kind to school budgets.

The Role

This exciting new role offers a unique opportunity for a strategic and dynamic fundraiser to significantly impact the educational landscape. We are looking for an entrepreneurial individual to lead and expand our network of high-net-worth supporters and develop new partnerships within the foundation space. This role is crucial as we seek to diversify our income streams and secure philanthropic income to grow and build capacity within our initiative.

Working closely with our dedicated senior leadership team and trustees, you will spearhead fundraising strategies, manage significant donor relationships, and develop compelling project budgets for funding bids. Your efforts will ensure that our programs continue to thrive and reach more students nationwide.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a proactive fundraiser with a proven track record in securing major gifts and engaging with high-level donors. You should be comfortable managing budgets, devising strategic fundraising plans, and working on complex, impactful educational projects. Your ability to navigate and build relationships with creatively-minded philanthropists and foundations will be key to our continued success.

At Classics for All, we believe that everyone plays a part in fundraising. You will have the support of our passionate team, including our directors and trustees, all committed to enhancing our philanthropic efforts.

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in education and have the skills to engage influential donors, we want to hear from you. Join us and help shape the future of Classical education and social mobility in the UK.

Apply now and be a part of our journey to inspire the next generation through the power of the Classics.

Diverse and Inclusive Recruitment

At Classics for All, we take inclusion and diversity seriously. We believe that getting this right is essential to delivering on our organization’s priorities: accessibility, inclusivity, sustainability, and excellence in Classical education.

We are constantly striving to improve our approach to be more inclusive and equal. This commitment is fundamental to our mission, ensuring that our organization and the changes we seek to make in the world are impartial, neutral, and universal.

As an anti-racist organization, we are dedicated to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity across all of our teams. We value diversity and believe it strengthens our efforts to inspire and educate the next generation through the study of the ancient world.

We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background, ethnicity, identity, orientation, age, or ability, because we recognize that diverse perspectives and experiences are vital in helping us achieve our goals and deliver the highest quality educational outcomes for students.

How to apply

Click apply and you’ll be taken to the advert and application form on the Bamboo Fundraising website.

Here you can download the application pack, submit your details, or contact one of the recruitment team to discuss the opportunity further, we also welcome an informal chat! 

At EIDA, we equip employers to support their employees affected by domestic abuse and to share best practice with others. We endeavour to bring about constructive change, leading to a society where survivors thrive, and where domestic abuse is not tolerated.

As Membership Coordinator, you will work closely with our small team to support all aspects of EIDA membership, ensuring that members are provided with the tools and support they need to respond to domestic abuse within their organisation.

You will support the team to develop EIDA’s membership of UK employers at all levels, from engaging smaller members (who join EIDA for free) to large corporate organisations who join as paying members at the level of Strategic Partner or Beacon member.

You will play an integral role in building the sustainability of the organisation and expanding our reach to many more UK employers, engaging with our members and creating and sharing tools and good practice to achieve our vision of every employer taking effective action on domestic abuse.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

Salary: £28,000 to £32,000 FTE

Contract: Fixed term for 2 years

Hours: Full time (37.5 hours). We are happy to consider flexible working arrangements

Location: London, hybrid position with one office-based day in an average week

Reporting to: Head of Membership & Partnerships

Direct reports: None

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• NEST pension with 3% employer contributions
• 25 days annual leave + public holidays

Closing date Tuesday 3 September 2024, 9am

Interviews will take place on or before 11 and 12 September 2024, in London or remotely. We may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so early applications are appreciated.

How to applyPlease send us a brief covering letter (maximum 2 pages A4) or a short video, outlining why you think your skills equip you for this role and why you want to work at EIDA, along with your CV.

MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Membership engagement

• Manage and build relationships with prospective, new and existing EIDA members.
• Manage the member experience, including responding to queries from prospective and existing members, acknowledging receipt of new member forms and overseeing follow up contact with new and existing members.
• Identify key trends, gaps and topics, as well as opportunities for cross-pollination and member introductions.
• Support the Head of Membership & Engagement to respond to EIDA’s Beacon and Strategic Partner members, assessing their needs and generating plans to improve their membership experience.
• Support the planning and implementation of EIDA events, including coordinating and delivering EIDA’s Lunch and Learn sessions with members.
• Working with the Communications and Engagement Coordinator, ensure the membership receive regular, up to date, engaging information on domestic abuse as it relates to employers, including via newsletters, social media and ensuring the website is up to date.

Membership growth

• Drive membership growth; proactively identify and develop projects for member recruitment, promoting EIDA to prospective and lapsed members.
• Develop opportunities to widen our membership market for example through industry-based forums, groups, conferences and fairs, trade unions, health & wellbeing and diversity & inclusion communities.

Partnership development

• Develop a good understanding of the national and regional landscape of domestic abuse support available to employers, to signpost members effectively to appropriate partners.
• Formalise partnerships with new and existing members, including conducting due diligence and putting in place partnership agreements.
• Attend events to develop new contacts and seek new opportunities for EIDA to engage in.

Data and systems

• Oversee membership information on EIDA’s database, generating reports on interactions and statistics.
• Perform membership analysis and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain routine data cleansing, to ensure member and partner data is accurate, complete and up to date, ensuring all data is handled in line with GDPR.
• Support the team to keep accurate membership engagement records on the CRM system.

Other duties

• Participate in training, regular supervision and appraisals.
• Collaborate on special projects as needed.
• Carry out general administrative duties as required to support the running of the charity 

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Good academic performance in English and Maths
• An understanding of domestic abuse including key policies and legislation
• Good understanding of best practice in relation to data protection
• At least three years’ work experience in a client/customer-facing role
• Experience using CRM databases
• Demonstrable success in engaging new members/clients/customers
• Experience of managing relationships and partnerships

Desirable

• Knowledge of employer best practice in relation to domestic abuse
• In depth knowledge of GDPR
• Knowledge of best practice in relation to managing membership networks
• Experience of designing, managing and maintaining CRM databases.
• Experience in creating retention plans for current membership
• Experience of developing and implementing partnership agreements
• A commitment to tackling domestic abuse

Skills and attributes

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adjust your style for a range of audiences
• Strong project managements skills
• Ability to manage complex workstreams with competing deadlines. Organised, with ability to prioritise
• Ability to adjust course and thrive in a small team, working closely with a wide network of employers, sector partners, government representatives and others
• Strategically minded, with the ability to both see the big picture and roll up your sleeves
• Calm and resilient, comfortable handling tasks in a fast-paced environment

Qualities we look for

• Fostering a co-operative and supportive team, participating in team meetings and activities
• Ensuring EIDA’s vision and values are at the heart of everything we do
• Actively promoting equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of work

Associate Director

We are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. The Associate Director – East of England will lead the Stroke Association’s work in East of England to significantly increase their reach and impact, making a positive difference to the lives of people affected by stroke.

If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

Position: S11194 Associate Director – East of England

Location: Home-based, East of England. Extensive travel will be required as part of this role (including team meetings in the East of England and other work related meetings)

Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week (but applications from those seeking 14 to 21 hours per week will be considered.

Salary: circa £36,637 per annum for 21 hours per week, pro rata for less hours. Inner London weighting £2,370 per annum, pro rata for less hours or outer London weighting £1,260 per annum, pro rata for less hours may be applied in accordance to where you live

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.

Closing Date: 16 September 2024

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

Interviews will be held via Teams. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.

The Role

Reporting to the Executive Director of Locality Impact our Locality Impact Directorate is responsible for the effective delivery of high quality commissioned and non-commissioned support to stroke survivors and carers. We provide a range of support for people from the early days after stroke throughout their recovery and into the longer term, working closely with our network of volunteers, Stroke Association support groups, and independent groups as part of the Stroke Group Network.

You’ll lead a motivated and engaged team of staff and volunteers to:

· Champion and support improvements to NHS stroke services, building effective relationships with key stakeholders and influencing local stroke policy and practice

· Increase the reach and impact of locality delivered services to ensure all new stroke survivors in the East of England receive the support they need to rebuild their lives after stroke

· Engage with the wider stroke community to put stroke on the map and ensure stroke survivors have the support they need, with a focus on addressing health inequalities

About You

You will have:

· Senior-level experience in advocacy/influencing; service delivery or community engagement and development.

· Senior level experience influencing local or national policy change, ideally in health and social care.

· Substantial experience of holding senior-level relationships with partner organisations, ideally in health and social care / the NHS and a strong understanding of systems leadership.

· Substantial experience of leading high performing teams and large distributed teams (paid staff and volunteers) and an inspiring and motivational approach to leadership.

The East of England comprises of the areas within the Integrated Care Boards of: Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, Norfolk and Waveney, Suffolk and North East Essex, Mid and South Essex, Hertfordshire and West Essex, Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.

This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.

To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.

When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.

Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.

About the Organisation

Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.

When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.

We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.

We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.

We’re working to improve the diversity of our team.  Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.

We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. 

Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.

In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

You may also have experience in areas such as Engagement, Community Engagement, Health Policy, Advocacy, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Sales Manager to support Clean Break’s commercial income generation, managing sales and marketing to maximise income potential. If you feel excited about increasing hires of our newly refurbished spaces and expanding the reach of our exceptional expertise, we want to hear from you!

You will bring experience of sales and marketing in the cultural, charitable or social enterprise sector and a proven track record of achieving sales with new and existing customers. Your will understand the close connection of our charitable cause to our need to generate revenue to continue our work.

You’ll have excellent skills in engaging customers, with experience of converting interest into sales and a talent for writing sales copy for different target markets. You’ll have a hands-on approach to sales with experience of working towards targets and will be skilled in monitoring finances for the development of concise reporting and sales projections.

You will be pivotal in securing new business for Clean Break’s training and hires offers, delivering marketing plans that work alongside our creative ambitions and developing lucrative relationships with a variety of organisations and businesses.

The deadline for submitting applications for this role is 12 midday on Monday 9th of September.

Please read the full recruitment pack before applying.

Because our work is about highlighting women’s experiences and providing gender-specific services to women, all of our positions are open to women only (exempt under Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, part 1).

The Football Foundation are partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell in their search for a permanent Head of Finance. The Football Foundation are the Premier League, The FA and the Governments charity that helps communities improve their local football facilities through football grants.

The Head of Finance will lead the finance team, ensuring robust financial management and sustainability to support our charitable objectives. With responsibility for a team of five you will lead and provide statutory, financial and management accounting, including all financial planning and analysis, for the Football Foundation (Foundation) and the Premier League Stadium Fund.

The role:

• Develop and implement financial strategies that support the organisation’s visions e.g. treasury management, developing long term cashflow strategies to maximise returns to the organisation.
• Lead and work with the SMT, Management Group, PMO Lead, and Data & Insight team to create and maintain financial and cost models to support the development and finalisation of strategic plans, budgets, and forecasts, focusing on the relationship between services, resources, and productivity.
• Work with the CFO in preparing and presenting the consolidated budget and plan to the SMT and ARG Committee.
• Develop high level models to support strategic and operational decision making, e.g. assessment of financial sustainability of grant applications and monthly reporting to funders in line with contractual obligations.
• Continue the development and transitioning of the finance team from a mainly transactional team to a team providing forwarding looking information. Enhance collaborative decision making through improved business partnering and transparent reporting.
• Ensure all legal entities comply with relevant legislation and prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax, VAT, Charity Commission, and other statutory financial returns as appropriate. 
• Lead and manage the finance team, motivating and developing them so that that they are clearly focused, competent, and work effectively and efficiently.

The organisation:

Since we kicked things off in 2000, we’ve been privileged to make a truly transformative difference to grassroots sport across the country. As a result of our funding partners investment, every day we see the incredible impact of the game on physical fitness, mental wellbeing, bringing communities together and the local economy. With the investment from our funding partners the Premier League, The FA and the Government, we are making a big impact. We're helping to transform communities and the lives of individuals through delivering outstanding grassroots sport facilities.

Essential criteria:

• Professional accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant post-qualified financial and operational management experience.
• Proven experience at a senior level in a finance role with responsibility across the entire finance function, including hands on experience in delivering business partnering.
• Knowledge of the legislative, tax and regulatory framework of companies, ideally in the not-for-profit sector.
• Leading an end-to-end external audit process.
• Developing/improving and implementing financial procedures and controls. 
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and interpret complex issues at Board level, and to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organisation including experience of working with non-executives.
• Can demonstrate a ‘can-do’ attitude to delivering organisational change and improvement.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and develop team members.

The position will be based at The Football Foundation’s head office at Wembley Stadium and requires on average 2 visits per week to the office, dependent on business need. The closing date for applications is 8^th September with first stage interviews taking place on the 19^th September.

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

About the role:

We understand that a spinal cord injury can be devastating, but we believe it shouldn’t prevent anyone from getting the most out of life. And we’re here to help make sure that can happen through our range of services that are designed by, and delivered for people affected by spinal cord injury.

The role of Head of Services is a new one and reflects the growth and diversification of how we reach our audience and offer them support. We want to reach everyone affected by spinal cord injury across the UK.

As our Head of Services, you will lead the development, quality and sustainability of an award-winning portfolio including our Mentoring, Digital, Courses and Vocation Services – as well as providing support to oversee our vital Volunteer Development Programme.

As the only charity in the UK with dedicated services for children and young people with spinal cord injury, you will also use your expertise to guide this key area of our work.

Reporting to the Director of Services and working with the Head of Strategic Engagement, you will play a key role in the strategic leadership of the directorate.

You will be naturally driven to achieve the best outcomes for people affected by spinal cord injury. Above all, you will be passionate about being able to demonstrate the impact of what we do, and you will see for yourself how Back Up quite literally transforms lives every day.

About us:

At Back Up, we have big ambitions. Over the next few years, we’re going to be transforming the lives of even more people affected by spinal cord injury.

Together we’ll be working hard to make sure everyone affected by spinal cord injury has access to the support they deserve; and we are the only spinal cord injury charity in the UK providing dedicated services to children and young people. 

At Back Up, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. Please read our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy Statement. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. We particularly welcome applications from those from black, Asian or ethnic minority backgrounds or those with higher level spinal injuries.

In 2024 Back Up won The Times and The Sunday Times Spotlight Award for Best place to work for disabled employees. As well as this, Back Up has been voted one of the top ten charities to work for (Third Sector Best Charities 2020). The enthusiastic, inclusive and supportive spirit of our very skilled staff ensure excellence in the services we deliver.

Reserves Officer (North Hampshire) 

Salary: £27,500 - £30,000 depending on skills and experience 

Location: Rotherwick, Hook, RG27 9AU 

Full Time – 35 Hours per Week  

Permanent Contract 

Closing date:  08 September 2024

Interviews:  17 September 2024

The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is a grassroots movement working for nature’s recovery and to bring people closer to nature. 

‘Our vision for a wilder future is beautiful and vital!’ 

Our future has to be wilder! 

We are seeking a Reserves Officer (North Hampshire) to join our cause.  

Reporting to the Senior Nature Recovery Manager (North Hampshire) and functioning as a key member of the North Hampshire Area Team, this post is responsible for the habitat management of five MoD sites in the northeast of the County which form part of the Thames Basin Heaths, and the nationally important Greywell Moors near Hook. This portfolio of sites includes a diverse mixture of heathland and Fen habitats; all of which are being managed or restored to favourable condition with support from the team and in partnership with organisations such as the MoD, NE, EA, external graziers and our inhouse grazing team. 

The suite of sites includes a significant acreage of the MOD training estate, which is comprised of internationally important lowland heath; there are also an exciting range of fen, woodland, wood pasture, also neutral and acid grasslands within the wider Northern estate. 

The Reserve Officer (North Hampshire) will deliver Countryside Stewardship Scheme and other work plan objectives, working with fellow staff, volunteers, contractors, project partners and the grazing team to implement habitat management activities. Estate management will also include the maintenance of reserve infrastructure and gathering ecological data through working with partners and carrying out surveying when required. 

Alongside the practical and administrative delivery associated with reserve management and general estate management tasks; this role will also be working closely with the wider team to ensure the northern estate and its staff are being as effective as possible, while maintaining a close and supportive relationship with our grazing team. 

Wild About Inclusion! 

As an inclusive employer we recognise that our workforce needs to better reflect the communities in which we live and work.  We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those underrepresented within our sector, including people from black, Asian, minority Ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. 

We offer a wide range of benefits including a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance, a contributory pension scheme, life assurance, learning and development support, 24-hour access to our employee assistance programme, discounted staff travel with our corporate partners Wightlink (subject to T&Cs) and more. 

To apply for the role, please click on the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page. In the ‘supporting information’ section, you’ll need to demonstrate, with detailed examples, how you meet the job requirements using the Job Description and Recruitment Pack below. 

Please do not use artificial intelligence tools to assist you to complete the application form. We may not accept applications that have been completed utilising AI tools. If you would usually use tools such as these to assist you in filling in a form, please contact us to discuss this further and understand other options. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced social and digital media professional to join the leading international horse charity World Horse Welfare. 

The Social and Digital Media Officer plans, creates and publishes the charity’s social media and digital communications, ensuring accurate content and the right brand look, feel and messaging.  Working to the Head of Communications and with the wider team, you will organise and proactively seek out stories and other content from across the charity to engage audiences through our digital media channels, including social platforms, the website and email. A key part of this role is testing and refining approaches to increase reach, engagement, website traffic and donations and to rigorously monitor and evaluate results to inform further activity. 

We are looking for someone who has experience in the management of social media channels, a passion for social and digital media with a creative approach to engaging online audiences.  You will possess first-rate written and oral communications skills, digital content creation including images and video, excellent attention to detail and the ability to write quality copy in a variety of styles quickly.  You must be proactive, confident and capable of working with people at all levels in a variety of spheres. You must have a flexible approach to your work and be willing to work outside of normal office hours where necessary.  Equine knowledge and experience is highly desirable.

The role is based in Norfolk and is a hybrid split of 2 days in our head office in Snetterton and 3 days at home.  You may be required to attend events around the UK. 

Benefits include a generous pension scheme and cash health plan, paid employee sickness absence scheme and a minimum of 31 days’ holiday (including bank/public holidays and mandatory shutdown between Christmas and New Year).  Death in service, free parking and bike to work scheme.

World Horse Welfare is committed to championing equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and in the services that it provides. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ and disabled people.

World Horse Welfare takes great pride in being realistic, compassionate and forward-thinking and the successful applicant will be expected to share these values.

The Change Foundation

The Change Foundation is an award-winning charity that uses sport to change the lives of marginalised young people.  Throughout the past 42-years we have successfully delivered sport and mentoring intervention programmes to change the lives of vulnerable young people living in the UK and abroad. 

We were born in 1981 following the Brixton Riots in London.  Originally called the London Community Cricket Association, we used cricket as a tool to promote community cohesion and peace within the Lambeth community.  Throughout the next four decades we have developed an array of innovative sport and social change programmes by listening to the voices of our young people.  These range from Street Elite, working with young people on the edge of gangs and criminality to Fencing for Change, using fencing to work with young people with a learning disability. 

Our Mission is to change the lives of marginalised young people through the power of sport.