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Purpose of the post
To lead the development of Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise sector (VCSE) voice and influence in the Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership. To support good population health and health inequality ambitions, specifically relating to healthy minds, children, young people and families and healthy communities.

To lead the development of valuable feedback loops between advocates and the VCSE sector, and to collaborate with the VCSA Insight and Impact Manager to produce insight reports that can be used to further influence system decisions.

To develop and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders operating at grassroots and strategic levels to ensure Health and Social Care services are being designed and commissioned with insight from the VCSE.

Background
This is an exciting new opportunity to develop a strategic approach to VCSE voice and influence across the Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership to support good population health and health inequality ambitions, specifically relating to healthy minds, children young prole and families and healthy communities. These are three of the five priorities for our Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership.

Our Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership, in collaboration with Bradford Council and VCSE infrastructure support organisations, have commissioned a new transitional VCSE Activation Contract.

This contract will:

• Strengthen the Sector – through improving the capability of, and address weaknesses in, organisations that directly divert citizens from the statutory health and social care system.
• Activate the Voice and Influence of Citizens and the VCSE Sector to ensure insight and experience of diverse citizens and VCSE organisations inform and support activity which takes pressure off front line health and social care services.
• And will seek out the voices and insight of the most marginalised communities and those of the VCSE organisations that are working with and supporting those groups to achieve the outcome described above. This citizen voice is a key theme to how we make decisions across our place – Bradford District and Craven.

During this coming year we will work together as partners to focus on our shared ambition of people living ‘happy, healthy at home.’ Specifically, taking pressure off front health and care front line services, including children and young people’s services.

Special conditions
As part of this role, you will be required to work and travel across the Bradford District and Craven. While the VCS Alliance supports hybrid working, there is an expectation that you will be based at the office for at least two days per week.

Benefits
28 days annual leave per year (Pro Rata) plus bank holidays, an additional day of leave for your birthday, Employee Assistance Programme, hybrid working, workplace pension, opportunities for professional development and free office parking.

Notes
All jobs are subject to change from time to time and this job description will be reviewed regularly. This post is subject to a 3-month probationary period and will be subject to a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.

The main purpose of this role will be to provide clear, accurate and helpful retrofit and other related technical guidance in areas such as carbon foot-printing, building energy performance and renewable energy options to local and community organisations to help them tackle the climate emergency.

Pay and conditions

• The role is full-time (37.5 hours per week).
• The salary for the role will be £29,864 - £35,770.
• You will be entitled to 25 days paid holiday (plus statutory holidays).

CSE offer a range of benefits including, subsidised bike purchase and Tech Scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash plan, retail discounts and discounted breakdown cover and much more.

Specific responsibilities

An applicant appointed to the role will be expected to:

• Deliver training to local and community stakeholders on topics such as carbon literacy, retrofit, renewables and energy efficiency.
•  Develop and strengthen tools, guidance and other materials for community organisations that help to increase their ability to deliver beneficial local retrofit initiatives.
•  Undertake basic retrofit assessments of domestic and non-domestic buildings and provide useful guidance and recommendations on potential improvements.
• Provide carbon auditing, and recommendations for decarbonisation plans for community businesses.
• Support community organisations to design and deliver capital investment projects, develop funding bids, business cases and project delivery plans.
• Support community organisations to plan and deliver wider community engagement processes that help to foster leadership, consent and action.
• Facilitate learning, networking, and sharing between local and community organisations, staff and volunteers.
• Support CSE’s fundraising activities and the development of new models and approaches for the provision of retrofit activities and services at the local and community scale.
• Provide administrative support for timely delivery of project activities, accurate record keeping and robust reporting.
• Champion to key stakeholders (such as local authorities and funders) the importance of community engagement and the roles which local and community organisations can play in catalysing and enabling the decarbonisation of local homes and community buildings.
• Foster collaboration and deepen relationships with partner organisations who are active and interested in supporting similar areas of work.

To see a detailed list of responsibilities please see the supporting documents attached. These documents are also available to download from our website.

Essential attributes for this role include:

• O’ Level/GCSE maths, Science and English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to relay and translate technical information for non-technical audiences.
• Relevant vocational or degree level qualification or equivalent work experience.
• Experience of assessing technical options for improving the energy performance of buildings.
• Experience in the repair, maintenance and home improvement sectors.
• Experience of working on community (non-domestic) buildings.
• An understanding of the design and construction of both modern and traditional buildings.
• The ability to write technical reports and provide recommendations and guidance to non-expert stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the broad themes driving the work of CSE.
• An enthusiasm for learning and problem solving.
• An understanding of the importance of effective administration and coordination to the successful delivery of projects.
• Empathy and understanding of different stakeholder situations.

Please note, the above is an overview of the skills required for this role. To see the full list of essential and desirable skills please see the attached job description.

How to apply

To apply, please download and complete the application form available on our website. Your application should demonstrate your suitability for the role against the criteria outlined in the person specification.

The closing date for applications is midnight, Sunday 21 July 2024. If you have not heard from CSE by 25 July, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Interviews are expected to take place Wednesday 31 July and Friday 2 August 2024 at our offices in Bristol.

If invited to interview, we will ask you to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.

Summary

• Strive for Excellence
• Show Compassion
• Respect others
• Collaborate
• Act with Integrity

• Work with the programme co-ordinator and additional administrative support to deliver the SLDP discernment process from initiation to completion at the moderation panel and the subsequent communication of outcomes and feedback. This will include serving on the panels, working with all key stakeholders associated with the discernment process and ensuring accurate information is provided and recorded across the entire process.
• Drive the approach and continual evolution for the SLDP programme ensuring the design, development and implementation of a high- quality L&D curriculum for the learning community.
• Shape, plan, schedule, implement and evaluate each element of the learning design including residential modules, mentoring, senior leadership and pilgrimage experiences and projects linked to the national vision and strategy of the Church of England.
• Manage the programmatic complexity of having multiple cohorts at different points in the learning journey.
• Act as the lead facilitator on each module to provide 'sign-posting' throughout the agenda plus expert input where relevant.
• Ensure high quality input through the identification, commissioning, briefing, supervision and review of internal and external experts as faculty and facilitators in the modules, or in the provision of mentoring, or learning experiences.
• Engagement and supervision of external coaches to provide role coaching at agreed points across the programme.
• Collate trends and data from the evaluations and participants to inform future design, and to demonstrate the impact of the programme.
• Present at governance meetings and any other relevant project boards, to consult with and influence senior leaders across the Church.
• Manage administrative support which is provided by a Project Co-Ordinator.
• Contribute to the development and facilitation of bespoke learning interventions for various groups as needs emerge e.g. action-learning groups, development for BAME clergy and Church Traditions, or the design of cross learning community events.
• Help to build and maintain a high-quality pool of external coaches and teaching faculty.
• Coach senior leaders from any of the leadership programmes as the opportunities arise.
• Contribute to writing reports for key bodies when required, including the House of Bishops, the College of Bishops and General Synod if required.
• Deputise for the Head of Senior Leadership Development in internal and external meetings if required
• Contribute to the 'knowledge capital' on leadership in the Church and to the organisational learning that arises from the programmes.
• Any other duties as required and commensurate with the post.

• Integration of the riches of the Christian tradition with the best of wider leadership development thinking and practice.
• Ongoing development of the new 'Learning Practicum' virtual learning system.
• Developing partnerships with theologians, TEIs, business schools and other leadership development providers and coaches.
• Playing a full part within the Ministry Development Team and wider Church.
• Wise investment of the available budget and good financial controls.
• Sharing good practice and learning with/from other parts of the Church and other partners.

• A salary of £66,186 plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of salary.
• 30 days annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays and 3 NCI days)
• Flexible working hours and location, with an expectation of just 1-2 days per week in our office in Westminster
• Structured induction programme and access to a range of development opportunities including apprenticeships
• Access to Occupational Health, and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, and get involved in a range of staff networks, groups and societies

About Us: 

Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people’s lives and strengthen our local community.

At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best. On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive:

  

Benefits: 

• 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), 3 additional free days off at Christmas
• Life Insurance
• Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work)
• A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc)
• Free Gym Membership
• Free breakfasts/snacks

Role Title:Research & Development Manager 

Reports to:Head of Growth & Branding 

Based: Battersea Park

Salary:£40,000 - £50,000 

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Work Arrangement:  40 hours per week, Hybrid Work Environment

DBS: Basic 

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Head of Growth & Branding, the Research & Development Manager will be responsible for leading Research and Development function at Enable. 

Working closely with colleagues in the Growth Team and managing the R&D Officer, this person will manage conduct research, summarise findings and make recommendations in line with Enable’s strategic plan. 

The Growth Team is a newly created team at Enable. They will be responsible for accelerating growth and development throughout our services and bringing Enable’s Strategic Plan to life! As a member of the Growth Team, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of our company, working collaboratively across departments to identify new opportunities, develop solutions, and implement strategic initiatives. This team is creative, innovative and always hungry for more.

Main Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Use quantitative and qualitative research methods to develop and support research across Enable’s many product and service offerings
• Work collaboratively with Business Development colleagues to understand Enable’s business model, current projects and potential growth areas
• Review and summarize data and research findings and make recommendations to Enable teams and services 
• Analyse current and prospective bids and grants, gathering supporting evidence and presenting findings to the Leadership Team 
• Work closely with the Business Development colleagues and other well-connected Enable colleagues to identify and engage with stakeholders who can support aspects of the R&D process (for example, community organisations, universities, think tanks). 
• Lead the development of an R&D Strategy and R&D Action Plan to guide Enable’s and the R&D Team’s approach to R&D. 
• Conduct and lead feasibility assessments of initial R&D ideas (sourced from Business Development, broader Enable colleagues, and/or community) to determine feasibility of an idea to progress to the proceeding R&D stages (i.e. research, design, development) 
• Lead data gathering and design-thinking workshops with internal and external stakeholders (i.e. potential consumers) to feed into the research, design and development of new products or services and/or the expansion of current products or services. 
• Test prototypes or early-stage versions of product/service with potential consumers and stakeholders and iteratively refine based on feedback and testing. 
• Lead analysis of qualitative and quantitative data collected through research, design and development stages (including monitoring and evaluation, and consumer testing feedback) and summarise into recommendations presented to Leadership Team / Growth Team to assist with the implementation of proposed R&D projects. 
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to develop communication and marketing products (i.e. emails, flyers, consent forms, presentations) to support R&D activities. 
• Collaborating with services to ensure social impact other tangible outcomes are being measured 
• Budget and forecast new research plans and developments.
• Line management and leadership of the Research and Development Officer, including performance and workload management, skills analysis and identifying and supporting opportunities for professional development. 
• Represent R&D as a legitimate and integral function in internal and external engagements. 
• Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks for prototypes and the launched product and/or service, and lead quality assurance.
• Any other relevant duties that the Head of Growth & Branding may see fit

Skills and Experience: 

• 3-5 years of experience in a Research and Development role and  Experience designing and leading research studies through mixed-methods (quantitative and qualitative) with diverse community groups
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills (internal and external) through a range of engagement pathways (i.e. roundtables, meetings, emails) and platforms (virtual, in-person)
• Strong Project Management skills for research studies and interventions (including resource identification, workflow management, and budgeting)
• Experience developing strategies and action plans to guide work processes.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and efficient time and workload management.
• Experience managing research projects or programmes within timeframes and budgets
• Excellent communication, spoken and written skills 
• Experience developing monitoring and evaluation frameworks to measure performance. 
• Proficient written and oral communication skills, including evidence of writing for a range of audiences and translating technical information into comprehensive and accessible communication materials and products.
• Managerial and leadership experience, including managing and leading teams in the development of quality products and/or services
• Degree- or Masters-level qualification in research, with strong academic background. 

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts. 

Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website. 

Charity People is delighted to be working with National Brain Appeal to recruit for an Individual Giving Manager

The post holder, reporting to the Director of Fundraising and leading the Individual Giving Team, will collaborate closely with colleagues across the fundraising team to design, test, monitor, and evaluate campaigns. They will work towards ambitious income and expenditure targets, provide regular reports, and ensure that supporters have a positive experience with the charity.

Job Title: Individual Giving Manager

Location: London, hybrid/flexible working, with 2 days in the office

Contract: Perm, Full Time, 35 hours

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum

About the organisation

The National Brain Appeal funds pioneering research, innovative treatments, and world-class facilities to benefit patients with neurological and neuromuscular conditions. They support The National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery and the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology, collectively known as Queen Square. This is one of the world's leading centres for diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients with conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, brain cancer, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and dementia

The Role

The role aims to drive and implement ambitious fundraising strategy to support the work of Queen Square. The Individual Giving Manager will shape and deliver the complete experience for new and existing supporters, lead marketing and communications efforts, and oversee Legacy giving.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and implement a cohesive supporter journey strategy focussed on supporter needs and continuous re-engagement
• Champion best practice and stewardship with individual supporters
• Grow one-off donations and regular gifts and maximise the acquisition of new supporters through direct mail and digital marketing
• Co-ordinate all communications and messaging targeted at existing supporters
• Measure performance against campaigns and appeals
• Lead on marketing and communications around Legacy giving
• Ensure that GDPR policies and procedures are regularly reviewed and updated and adhered to across the organisation
• Support data benchmarking, prospect research and audits as required
• As part of a new organisation-wide approach, identify and embrace new digital opportunities, trends and technologies in relation to supporter experience and direct marketing

Individual Giving, Core Fundraising Activity

• Plan, organise and deliver a broad range of ongoing and specific fundraising campaigns and activities
• Regularly review campaign deliverables to ensure targets are on track or adjustments are put in place to mitigate any shortfalls etc
• Regularly report back to the Director of Fundraising on plans and activities
• Lead and manage the Supporter Journeys mapping and implementation programme across a range of channels and products

Research & Service Development

• Identify individual giving trends and use this knowledge to continually develop new products for the charity
• In line with GDPR and complying with all legislation and the Code of Fundraising Practice: ensure fundraising and campaigns are insight-led and focused on long-term growth
• Oversee the compliance of third party agencies to ensure activity is carried out in line with the value of The National Brain Appeal, the Fundraising Code of Practice and the law

About You

We'd love to hear from you if you fell you have the following skills and experiences

• Proven relevant professional fundraising experience with a successful track record
• Extensive experience of designing, delivering and reporting on individual giving fundraising activities.
• Proven experience of creating and monitoring budgets
• Ability to prioritise and manage a demanding workload
• Inspiring team leader with line management experience

For more information and for the full Job Pack, please contact Seema Choudhury at Charity People.

The application process is to submit a CV and Supporting Statement.

If you require any assistance or adjustments during the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

The Fundraiser will play a key role in raising funds and awareness for the Friends of Bereaved Families Forum, a UK charity established to support the work of the Parents' Circle in Israel and Palestine. 

This individual will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, and ensuring the sustainability and growth of our programs. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and a passion for the peace mission and values of the Bereaved Families Forum.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Fundraiaser will work in close consultation with the Chair, Trustees and with members of the Steering Committee in carrying out the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with the organization's goals. Develop strategies to expand, enhance and cultivate the current donor base. Set targets for fundraising and report against targets.
• Identify new donors and cultivate existing donors. seek new sources of funding such as charitable foundations and trusts. Submit grant applications and reports, as needed.
• Develop and maintain database of donors and donations.
• Constantly follow PCFF activities, projects, achievements, and evolving content matter. Work closely with the PCFF Israeli-Palestinian fundraising team to address needs and identify opportunities.
• Organisation of speaking visits to the UK by PCFF representatives. Plan programme of events and manage relevant arrangements, bookings, etc. Designing and executing a programme of awareness-raising and fundraising events, marketing, and alumni engagement.
• Maintain and increase FBFF’s media presence – in Jewish, Christian, Muslim and national press.
• Field general queries from external groups and individuals.
• Newsletter - produce and distribute periodic written/visual material about FBFF activities for the newsletter and translating/adapt relevant PCFF materials for UK audiences. Constantly increase distribution and readership.
• Constant update of social media and website – [may work with website maintainer on improving design]
• Steering Committee - set up and attend meetings, prepare agendas, reports, minutes, and other relevant documentation – and work closely with members to initiate and develop activities.
• Reporting - monthly, in a format to be agreed to the Chair and Trustees on activities, achievements, and future plans.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

Educated to at least degree level or equivalent experience - Desirable

Values

Believe in and share the core values of the organisation - Essential

Experience

Essential

- Experience in fundraising administration, researching potential donors/trusts and assisting in creating fundraising opportunities

- Experience in organising events

- Experience of working successfully as part of a team

Desirable

- Experience in writing trust applications 

- Experience of using a fundraising database

- Experience in writing articles, newsletters or copy for magazines or similar 

Skills and Abilities

Essential

- Strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills

- Highly developed organisational skills, able to meet deadlines and manage a varied workload

- Good verbal and written communication skills. You must be able to write clearly and expressively

- Attention to detail

- Ability to identify, initiate and sustain effective relationships with donors, other professionals and organisations.

- Excellent interpersonal skills that demonstrate a balance of warmth and boundaries

Desirable

Excellent presentation

Knowledge of history of Middle East and in particular Israel/Palestine desirable

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

The CRM Project Manager will oversee the successful implementation and enhancement of the organisation’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.

This role encompasses the management of additional systems like Business Central post-CRM project delivery, and includes technical oversight, troubleshooting and integration management.

The position involves supervising an overseas developer and ensuring effective collaboration across departments to deliver projects on time and budget.

About the Role:

1. Lead and manage end-to-end CRM implementation and enhancement projects, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
2. Manage additional systems such as Business Central, ensuring seamless integration and coherence with existing processes. Accurate data entry of HR information systems to maintain data integrity.
3. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
4. Work closely with the IT team to ensure all systems are secure, up-to-date, and performing optimally.
5. Identify and resolve technical issues related to CRM and other integrated systems efficiently.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including ICT, Fundraising, International Programmes, and Support Services, to gather requirements and ensure alignment with organisational objectives. 

 About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Understanding of development programmes design, implementation and evaluation.
3. PMP, PRINCE2, or other relevant project management certification.
4. Proven experience in project management, with a strong emphasis on CRM systems Strong ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
5. Strong understanding of CRM systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics).
6. Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with people at various levels.

 Why you should apply:

Join Muslim Aid as a CRM Project Manager and make a meaningful impact by leading the implementation and enhancement of our CRM system, ensuring it aligns with our organisational objectives. If you are passionate about utilising technology for a greater cause and aspire to work in a values-driven organisation dedicated to making a positive difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits you will enjoy working for us: 

• 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Privilege days) 
• Hybrid working
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV.

Hours: 35 hours per week (full-time)

Annual Leave: 28 days per annum, excluding bank holidays

Location: Hybrid working (Barnet / Brent and homeworking)

CB Plus is seeking to recruit a talented and creative Director of Strategic Development to join its newly formed Director’s Group.  The post holder will take responsibility for overseeing corporate performance, leading on fundraising and supporting the development and implementation of our strategy. We seek a sharp, dynamic, and experienced individual to join our team. The Strategic Development Director will be responsible for implementing the strategic vision of CB Plus through their role in corporate performance, development and fundraising. The successful candidate will be well networked in the charity sector, an experienced fundraiser, an effective presenter, and devoted to our mission.

Please see the job description for further information about the role.

Interviews will be held via  Zoom

You will work alongside the Head of Research, Evidence and Learning to help improve the collection, management and analysis of data from THET’s programmes and external engagement. THET is experiencing an exciting time of growth, and you will play a critical role in improving learning within the organisation, ensuring that the impact of the work we do is accurately captured and analysed, helping us sustain and improve crucial Health System Strengthening and Health Workforce Strengthening initiatives across the globe.

You will play a leading role in the operation and improvement of our data capture and analysis tools, including our Salesforce-based programmes MEL portal. You will contribute to the development of a data strategy for the organisation, and associated process improvement. You will help to ensure the quality of data, and contribute to research, programmatic learning, advocacy and more. To be successful in this role, you will be a fast learner, get things done and excel in working across teams as well as managing a varied portfolio of work. You will be a strategic thinker with an ability to manage complex problems in situations with significant uncertainty.

Key Responsibilities

1. Data Management and Analysis:

• Review and oversee data management processes, including storage and retrieval of data.
• Support the quality assurance of data across platforms, including data cleaning and audit, and providing input to the improvement of data collection.
• Lead on the development of data analysis reports as required, for programmes, research or advocacy.
• Contribute to the analytical design of research initiatives and knowledge products.
• Lead on the oversight and analysis of strategic data points over time. Create and maintain dynamic data visualisations.

2. Organisational Improvement

• Contribute to the development of a data strategy aligned with THET’s wider learning agenda.
• Identify issues and lead on the improvement of data related processes. Develop tools/guidance and engage in staff capacity building.

3. Programmes MEL Portal (Salesforce based)

• Ensure best practices are embedded across the use of the portal for quality, relevant data capture.
• Lead on the capacity development of staff and partners on use of the portal for data collection and extraction.
• Ensure the portal is fit for purpose, including interacting with service providers on troubleshooting and improvement.

How to apply

Candidates can apply by submitting a two-page cover letter stating why they are interested in this position, what they would bring to the role and how they fit the person's specification.

This letter should be submitted with a CV to THET by midnight Sunday 14th July THET is an equal-opportunity employer, and any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. See Job pack for full instructions and details.

This post is UK based. Non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.

Location: Wickford, Essex - Hybrid
Contract: Permanent, Full time
Salary : £50,000 - £60,000 pa dependent on experience

Parents 1st, a national charity dedicated to enabling quality peer support during pregnancy, birth and beyond. The evidence is clear - effective and sustainable peer support nurtures the emotional wellbeing of mothers, fathers, partners, and babies, and builds strengths in communities. We have extensive experience of delivering quality perinatal peer support. We also support commissioning organisations (public and voluntary sector) with the practicalities and planning of perinatal peer support, including design, implementation, and evaluation.

We are seeking a new Chief Executive to build on our history and unique strengths by developing our future strategy to grow our services and partnerships to meet the ever-increasing demand for the services and programs that we deliver so effectively.

As the CEO of Parents 1st, you will play a pivotal role in restructuring the organisation following the change in our constitution from CIC to a registered charity in 2023. Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering unity and cohesion, creating operational resilience and guiding the organisation towards sustained success in delivering vital services to parents, families and our partners.

The role

You are responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership across the organisation. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will support the mission of the organisation through development of strategic plans and strategies.

You will play a crucial role in creating a positive organisational culture that values diversity and inclusion and demonstrates a commitment to making a difference to our clients as well as working with our partners to realise both our and their potential.

You will ensure the organisation is managed effectively with good governance and financial processes in place, which are compliant with relevant legislation. As CEO you will report to the board of trustees, provide regular updates on the organisation's performance, challenges and progress towards strategic goals.

The following is not an exhaustive list but identifies the most significant duties which link to the responsibilities described above.

- Working with the Chair and Board of trustees
- Strategic leadership and management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Operational excellence, planning and delivery
- Financial stewardship

Person Specification

Essential experience, qualifications and attributes for the post are demonstrable

Ability to:

- Significant leadership and management experience, ideally within the non-profit, social services or healthcare sectors
- Ability and solid experience of motivating, supporting and developing people to achieve success as well as personal and organisational goals
- Exceptional interpersonal, influencing and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders internally and externally
- Experience of developing and implementing strategies and operating plans
- Experience of managing external relationships at a senior level on behalf of an organisation
- Experience of bid writing, securing funds and working with funding partners and grant making organisations
- Experience of growing new projects, services and income
- Evidence of being a strategic thinker with the proven ability to drive service innovation through resourcefulness and creativity
- Evidence of having strong financial acumen, with a track record of managing budgets and navigating financial challenges
- Experience and confidence in public speaking and dealing with press and media
- Evidence of continual professional and personal development
- Resilient, calm and rational in decision making including when under pressure
- Demonstrate a good level of knowledge of charity regulations and of the role of the Charity Commission
- Passionate commitment to the vision and mission of Parents 1st

Eastside People is supporting Parents 1st UK in the recruitment for this role. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter, which should address the points in the Person Specification.

Please note that we will focus on your demonstrable experience and potential in the above areas and do not expect candidates to have experience in all responsibilities outlined in the Job Description.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustments so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 22 July 2024. Initial longlisting discussions with Lucinda will take place that week and interviews will take place with Parents 1st week beginning 5 August 2024.

Closing date: 22-07-2024

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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

If you enjoy being part of a team that works to execute exciting campaigns, contribute to the retention of valued supporters, and ultimately raise money for a great cause – then we’d love to hear from you.

This role is focussed on the effective delivery of our fundraising campaign, wear it pink. Along with the Mass participation team, this role will play a key part in the planning and execution of a campaign that reaches thousands of people and raise millions of pounds each year. 

You’ll be responsible for building long-lasting relationships with our valued supporters, accurate delivery of processes, assisting in the design and creation of fundraising materials and working across teams to deliver a high-quality fundraising product. 

We’re looking for a passionate, efficient and creative executive who is ready to help and who’s keen to be part of a fun and energetic team. 

About you 

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in the world of mass participation fundraising, project management and the charity sector. To do this you will have an understanding of mass participation fundraising with excellent multi-tasking skills and attention to detail.  Helpful and collaborative in your approach, an interest in relationship fundraising is essential.

As well as your keen interest in project management and relationship-building, this role will allow you to hone your excellent planning and time management skills as you will lead on several projects from start to finish. 

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.

Primary location of role and hybrid working 

This role is primarily based in our London 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 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 9am on Tuesday 16 July 2024 

Interview date Week commencing 22 July 2024

Working Well Trust is a mental health, learning disability and neurodiverse and employment focused charity in London.  All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, or who have learning disabilities and/or who are neurodiverse through training and employment.

This new role of HR Manager will be working with our team to support their employment and wellbeing, as well as providing the key structure and systems to enable the Trust to deliver to our clients and funders.  Over the last couple of years we have expanded and although we are proud of how we support our clients and colleagues it is now clear that we need in-house support to ensure that this continues and to help drive improvements. 

As this is a stand alone post we do need someone who is experienced and CIPD qualified.  Experience of the charity/third sector is not essential nor is management experience. Commitment to promoting welfare and inclusion are essential requirements for the role.

You will be reporting to the CEO but also be the key employee on the People and Culture sub committee which brings together trustees, including a HR professional, and staff to discuss and plan work priorities.

The role we are recruiting for is as follows: 

Full time: 28 hours per week but we can be flexible what hours and days these are worked.

If you would like to discuss this role please see the Job Description for contact details.

Please click apply to send your CV after answering the screening questions. 

Candidates need to clearly outline how they meet the person specification points in their personal statement.

Employee benefits include an employer contribution to a personal or workplace pension equivalent to 6% of gross salary. 30 days annual leave plus paid public holidays (FTE). 

Working Well Trust is an equal opportunities and Confident about Disabilities.

Closing date: 9am Friday 12 July

Telephone interviews: During week beginning 15 July but may be held earlier

Final Stage interviews: 26 July

We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual with office administration and customer service experience to join us as an Administrator and provide the support we need to help us deliver an effective local service. This is an exciting opportunity and you will play a key part in standing up to the housing emergency.

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything,

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

About the team 

In Norfolk we have provided housing advice for over 25 years, with offices in Norwich and Kings Lynn as well as Court Desks in Norwich, Kings Lynn and Great Yarmouth County Courts. We work within communities to understand and respond to the housing issues they have and work in partnership to deliver our priorities: supporting people with additional needs, combatting discrimination and disrepair in the private rented sector and fair access to and delivery of social housing throughout Norfolk.

About the role

You will be the first point of contact for in-person and telephone callers to the service which involves taking client details, providing information and working with advisers to direct enquiries to the right people. You will provide administrative support functions and have responsibility for designing and developing office systems and processes, data input, extraction and analysis and finance administration.  Helping the front line team with case administration, assisting the Hub management with ad-hoc projects and making sure that our office equipment is properly maintained – these are all aspects of this interesting, varied and vital role.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

About you

With proven office administration and customer service experience, you’ll be a confident user of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Someone with a passion for social justice, who thrives in a fast paced and busy office environment, you have a flexible and tenacious approach and enjoy learning new skills. You will be able to input, extract and analyse data and be able to review processes, introducing new ways of working where needed.

In return we can offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

Home is everything. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Join us in ending the devastating impact the housing emergency has on people and our communities.

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

CVs without supporting statements will not be considered. 

We are looking for a highly organised programme manager to join our innovative school-based outreach team. You will need to be passionate about resolving educational inequality and have a commitment to raising (and measuring!) outcomes for young people.

Chrysalis East seeks to help young people in Tottenham flourish educationally and make better informed choices about their futures. We want to support more young people to achieve the grades to be able to progress to sixth form ensuring our school is accessible to as many young people locally as possible. Whilst based at LAE Tottenham, we work in partnership with a network of local schools and our programme includes academic enrichment, small group teaching, university preparation and careers guidance.

Our team consists of subject-specialist teachers, careers professionals and recent grads, who together are responsible for designing and delivering innovative and inspiring sessions that ultimately raise confidence and attainment and increase the number of Tottenahm students aiming for ambitious university destinations and exciting careers. 

We are seeking an experienced manager to support us in refining and developing our programme offer, think imaginatively about measuring impact and improve how we communicate our work both internally and externally. 

LAET is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We actively welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates and we welcome applicants with varying part-time requirements..

For more information on the school and the Chrysalis East programme please see our website.

We are looking for the right person to fill this important and exciting role so we will consider full time, part time and term time applications.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure our work is delivering on the objectives of the programme

• Monitor multiple strands through their entire programme cycle in line with budgets

• Amplify the impact of our work at all levels; from primary through to alumni of LAET

• Develop a communications journey to maximise school engagement and share programme successes

• Support the Programme Director and Partnership Teaching Coordinator in setting the strategic direction of the programme

• Support the Programme Director in funder engagement.

Specific tasks 

• Manage the communication plan with schools, parents and students and liaise with the Programme Coordinator in delivering that plan

• Oversee the content for social media, bulletins and for the website

• To closely monitor school progress and evaluate the impact of the programme

• Collate and compile funder reports and reports for governors 

• Lead on sharing stories from our first Impact Report due this Summer

• Oversee strands of Chrysalis East work to ensure high quality delivery

• Support in the planning and delivery on aspects of the programme, summer schools, event university mentoring schemes 

• To provide a high level of support to Chrysalis East team members and partner schools; being organised, professional, and responsive

• Contribute to new staff induction and staff development 

• Deliver to a high standard all project actions in line with school policies and procedures, for example safeguarding and GDPR. 

Some of the Benefits

• Join an enthusisastic and motivated team

• Access to Beneden Healthcare and Local Government Pension

• Free lunch when you are in the office

Please see the attachment for the full person specification