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At Greater Manchester Youth Federation (GMYF), we are seeking our next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Are you passionate about empowering young people and creating lasting change in their lives? Do you possess the strategic leadership skills necessary to guide a thriving charity into its next chapter of growth and impact? If so, we want to hear from you!

About Us
For over 100 years, GMYF has been at the forefront of providing transformative youth services and empowering communities across Greater Manchester. We collaborate closely with volunteer-led youth clubs in some of the most marginalised areas, delivering positive activities, training, and support that help young people discover new opportunities, build confidence, and thrive. Our mission is to provide year-round recreational and educational experiences, ensuring that young people, volunteers, and leaders alike reach their full potential.

As we expand our services, including the construction of a new community centre, two additional youth centres, and a residential centre in the Lake District, we are looking for a dynamic, values-driven CEO to lead us into the future. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the helm of an organisation poised for substantial growth, where you will drive our strategic vision of increasing outdoor activities and enhancing our fundraising capabilities.

Key Details:

Role: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Greater Manchester Youth Federation
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time

The Role
As CEO, you will report directly to the Board of Trustees and hold overall responsibility for the leadership, strategy, and administration of the charity. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of GMYF by:

• Overseeing the development and expansion of new clubs and services across Greater Manchester, including planning and executing the build of our new community centre and additional youth centres, ensuring they are equipped to meet the needs of the young people we serve.
• Driving the growth and success of our residential services and outdoor activities. You will ensure that our offerings comply with all relevant safety and educational standards, while working towards specific participation growth targets, including establishing a Gold-level Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) group.
• Maximising the use of our Ormside Mill Residential Centre, promoting it as a hub for outdoor education, affiliated club activities, and residential trips, while encouraging affiliated clubs to take an active role in organising their activities at the centre.
• Building and nurturing strong relationships with local authorities, council members, and community stakeholders, as well as acting as a public representative for GMYF to enhance our profile and secure additional funding and partnerships.
• Ensuring robust governance, financial sustainability, and compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks while actively engaging in fundraising initiatives to support our growth objectives.
• Your ability to inspire and engage others will be crucial as you lead the organisation through this exciting period of expansion.

About You

We are seeking a candidate who combines strategic leadership with hands-on management experience, ideally within youth services or a related field. You will be a proactive leader, capable of developing and delivering long-term plans while remaining ready to "roll up your sleeves" and engage with the community when necessary.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Significant experience in a senior management role within youth services, outdoor education, or a similar sector, to include service development.
• A proven track record in leading organisational change, motivating teams, and fostering a positive culture.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, ensuring financial sustainability, and driving fundraising efforts, particularly in a charity setting.
• In-depth understanding of charity governance, regulatory requirements, and compliance, with the ability to navigate the complexities of public sector partnerships.
• Experience working with Boards of Trustees, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring effective governance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and represent GMYF with gravitas in the local area.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Why Join Us?
This is an incredible opportunity for an ambitious leader to make a profound difference in the lives of young people across Greater Manchester. We are in a strong financial position, supported by endowments and recent multi-year funding, which allows us to focus on our ambitious growth plans. As we aim to enhance our youth provision through new clubs and services, you will have the chance to shape our strategic direction and make a lasting impact in the community.

Join us at GMYF and be part of a transformative journey where your leadership can create tangible, positive outcomes for the young people we serve. Together, we can build a brighter future for our communities and empower the next generation to thrive!

If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this CEO role with full details, including how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills at Harris Hill, executive at harrishill co uk. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with suitable times to talk.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 4th November.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Trees for Cities is the only national charity dedicated to improve lives by planting, protecting and promoting urban trees. We do this by working closely with communities, landowners, partners and funders to deliver transformational change in towns and cities across the UK and overseas. We plant trees in schools, streets, estates, parks and open spaces to create nature-rich urban woodland, hedgerows, orchards, avenues and playgrounds. 

The charity is experiencing an exciting period of growth and development, with expansion in both their programme activities and income. As we adapt to this growth, we are also enhancing our internal operations by strengthening systems and improving efficiencies. We are in the process of shaping our latest organisational wide strategy, set to launch in April 2025, which will focus on broadening our reach and impact across the UK.

In addition to leading a small team and overseeing day-to-day financial management, this role will contribute to key initiatives such as enhancing our fund accounting and management reporting, refining project cost modelling, and reviewing finance policies and processes. As a business partner to budget holders, the role will provide leaders with the knowledge, insights, and tools to strengthen budget management and forecasting, building on the supportive and engaged relationship the finance team already fosters across the organisation. You will work closely with the Director of Finance and Operations on finance strategy and change management projects.

This role presents an excellent opportunity for someone eager to make a lasting impact within the finance function and wider organisation. It offers the chance to develop your strategic and leadership capabilities while advancing your career. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified accountants who bring strong technical accounting expertise and project management skills, ideally gained in practice navigating complex financial accounting management and reporting. A passion for proactive collaboration with staff in leadership and advisory roles is essential, as is an interest in the vision and mission of the charity.

To learn more about the role and organisation, please download the full appointment brief below, which also outlines how to apply.

Are you an inspiring and compassionate leader who wants to make a tangible difference to people affected by rare bone marrow failure? The Aplastic Anaemia Trust (AAT) is seeking a dynamic CEO to guide our organisation into its next chapter, deepening our impact and driving progress towards a cure for aplastic anaemia.

About Us

The Aplastic Anaemia Trust is the UK’s only charity focused on aplastic anaemia and related rare bone marrow disorders. Aplastic anaemia is a rare, serious blood disorder where the bone marrow fails to produce enough blood cells. This can lead to fatigue, infections, and excessive bleeding, requiring urgent medical treatment. Our mission is to enable life-saving research, provide expert support, and build community networks for those affected. We are small but ambitious, working closely with clinicians, researchers, and patients to ensure people can live fulfilling lives despite their condition.

The Role

As CEO, you will lead our dedicated team, oversee the delivery of our strategic goals, and act as the public face of the charity. You will work directly with the Board of Trustees, the clinical community, and key partners to shape the future of the AAT. From leading high-level strategy to engaging with our warm and passionate patient community, this role offers both challenge and reward.

Key details:

• Role: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Aplastic Anaemia Trust

• Salary: £65,000 per annum

• Contract: permanent, full time

• Location: Remote (UK-based)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of AAT’s strategic plan and business objectives.

• Foster relationships with clinicians, researchers, donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries.

• Serve as an ambassador for AAT, representing the charity across healthcare, research, and fundraising sectors.

• Provide leadership to a small but expert remote-working team, ensuring effective collaboration and empowerment.

• Drive sustainable growth and innovation, ensuring financial health and strategic impact.

About You

We are looking for someone with strong leadership experience, ideally from the charity, health, or social care sectors, but most importantly, a passion for our mission. You will have:

• A proven track record in leadership and strategy development.

• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.

• Experience in fundraising, organisational growth, and stakeholder management.

• An understanding of or lived experience with serious or rare diseases is a bonus, but not essential.

What We Offer

• Salary: £65k per annum

• 34 days annual leave, including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time)

• Remote working with bi-annual in-person staff events

• Pension contribution up to 5% and Death in Service insurance

• A supportive, inclusive work culture that values flexibility and work-life balance

If you’re ready to lead a dedicated charity that’s making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. To receive an Information Pack for this CEO role with full details, including how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills at Harris Hill, executive at harrishill co uk. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with suitable times to talk.

Closing date for applications: 9am Thursday 14th November 2024.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

The Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Refugee Forum (NNRF) is an independent registered charity established in 2000. They work with and for refugees and asylum seekers in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Their vision is a society where asylum seekers and refugees are welcomed, receive fair and compassionate treatment, and have the support to rebuild their lives.

Role Overview:

NNRF is seeking a new Chair of Trustees to lead the organisation into its next phase of development. We are looking for someone with excellent leadership skills, strategic and governance experience, who is passionate about the needs of refugees and asylum seekers. The Chair will work in partnership with our members and Trustee board to ensure the charity runs according to its constitution and statutory obligations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring effective governance of the charity.
• Support the Director and ensure the Board functions as a unit, working closely with the entire workforce, including volunteers, to achieve agreed objectives.
• Act as an ambassador and the public face of the charity in partnership with the Director.
• Chair Board meetings effectively and efficiently, ensuring decisions are taken in the best long-term interests of the charity.
• Ensure the Board regularly reviews major risks and associated opportunities, and that systems are in place to manage and mitigate risks.

Essential Qualities, Knowledge, and Skills:

• A strong and visible passion and commitment to NNRF and its cause.
• Governance experience and effective chairing of strategic meetings either gained as Trustee/Chair, or as a senior leader within a non-profit organisation
• Experience managing, supervising, and supporting senior staff.
• Financial management knowledge and a broad understanding of charity finance and regulatory principles.
• Commitment to inclusivity and knowledge of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles.
• Broad knowledge of the challenges facing asylum-seekers and refugees.

Terms:

• The Chair will serve a three-year term and be eligible for re-appointment for one additional term.
• Board meetings held bi-monthly in person in Nottingham
• The role is not accompanied by any financial remuneration.
• Estimated time commitment is around 2 to 2.5 days each month, with flexibility for sub-committee meetings to be arranged to coincide with the Board.

To apply for this role, please reply to this advert putting NNRF the title, with an updated version of your CV. For further details please contact Lisa Ross, Matt Adams or Lenrick Greaves at TPP Recruitment. Deadline 9.00am 18th November 2024.

NNRF is fully committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We particularly welcome applicants with lived experience of the asylum process.

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

Are you passionate about heritage, architecture, and community? Do you have the leadership skills to protect one of the UK’s most iconic garden suburbs while steering a forward-thinking, community-focused organisation?

The Hampstead Garden Suburb Trust (HGST) is seeking a visionary and dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead the Trust into its next chapter. Since its founding in 1968, the Trust has been dedicated to preserving the architectural integrity and unique character of Hampstead Garden Suburb, a stunning model community conceptualised in the early 20th century by Dame Henrietta Barnett. Today, the Suburb remains a landmark of urban planning, known for its architectural richness and environmental harmony, as well as a vibrant and sustainable community for its 16,000 residents.

As CEO, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the Trust, overseeing a dedicated team of experts and ensuring the effective management of the Suburb’s properties, landscapes, and communal areas. You will act as the primary representative of the Trust, engaging with residents, local authorities, and professional bodies to uphold the architectural vision of Hampstead Garden Suburb, addressing the contemporary needs of its community while preserving it for future generations.

Key details:

Role: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Hampstead Garden Suburb Trust
Salary: circa £80,000
Location: Hampstead Garden Suburb, London, NW11 (4+ days in the office or on the Suburb)
Contract: Permanent, full time, with approx. 25 evenings per year

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Trust, implementing the strategic decisions of the Trust Council and ensuring organisational objectives are met.
• Represent the Trust in all public matters, fostering strong relationships with residents, external partners, and stakeholders, including professional bodies and local government.
• Ensure the Trust's financial sustainability, including effective budgeting, forecasting, and resource management.
• Oversee the Scheme of Management, ensuring alterations to properties adhere to the Trust’s guidelines and contribute to the preservation of the Suburb’s heritage.
• Lead and develop the Trust’s staff, promoting a collaborative and supportive culture that encourages professional growth and operational excellence.

As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate:

• A passion for heritage and conservation, with the ability to navigate complex issues and find innovative solutions to preserve and enhance the Trust’s legacy.
• Proven leadership experience at an executive or senior management level, ideally within a not-for-profit or heritage-related organisation.
• Strong governance and organisational management skills, with experience working with trustees or a similar governing body.
• Excellent financial acumen, with a track record in managing budgets, forecasting, and organisational risk.
• A clear, articulate communicator with experience engaging with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this CEO role with full details, including how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills at Harris Hill, executive at harrishill co uk. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with suitable times to talk.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday, 21st October 2024.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Role: Senior Regional Coordinator (Francophone Africa)

Salary: Location specific, based on global equity scales, Senegal $57,209, Chad $61,976, Niger $59,252, for other locations please enquire

Contract: Permanent full-time, 35 hours per week

Location: Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Congo, Cote d’Ivoire, DRC, Gabon, Guinea, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Senegal or Togo

Prospectus is delighted to be working with a UK-based charity that operates globally, to recruit for a Senior Regional Coordinator (Francophone Africa), building relationships with a range of stakeholders to support regional advocacy initiatives.

Building on two decades of work on extractive industries transparency and accountability, the organisation's network of over a thousand organisations from more than 50 countries is campaigning for a just transition to a fairer, cleaner energy future. The organisation's global strategy, Vision 2025, lays out a roadmap for a powerful and connected global network that can challenge the vested interests of oil, gas and mining companies.

Reporting to the Director of Member Engagement, the Senior Regional Coordinator (Francophone Africa) will build relationships to advance regional advocacy initiatives to foster movement building, member growth and diversity. The postholder will lead consultations with members and partners throughout the region, identifying strategic priorities, managing sub-granting and regional fund-raising. The successful candidate will map and coordinate members’ engagement in regional advocacy, and implement monitoring, evaluation and learning practices to inform strategic planning.

To be successful, you will be fluent in both English and French (written and spoken), with excellent relationship building and advocacy skills. You will have experience working with civil society on capacity building and/or natural resource governance and have familiarity with global extractive industry transparency. You will have experience of working with networks or coalitions, with knowledge of the political contact and stakeholder landscape in Francophone Africa.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.  

In order to apply please, submit your CV and Covering Letter. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call to brief you on the role.

All CVs and Covering Letters must be in English to be considered.

Reed Finance are proud to be working exclusively with London Design & Engineering University Technical College in appointing a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee all financial aspects of their educational institutions, including the UTC, the 6th Form, and the Engineering Skills College. The CFO will be responsible for strategic financial planning, managing financial risks, financial reporting, and ensuring sustainable economic health.

This is an exciting time to be joining when significant and substantial growth is being planned, which you will be pivotal in supporting the delivery of. We are seeking an insightful and highly strategic individual who has the ability and appetite to influence at both micro and macro level. An engaging individual, comfortable with leading day-to-day operations and presenting to trustees and external organisations.

Key deliverables of the role:

• Advise the CEO and board on financial strategy and operations.
• Develop and implement the trust’s strategy, providing financial analysis and guidance on all activities.
• Conduct financial due diligence on potential new members of the trust and report recommendations.
• Manage the budget process, ensuring alignment with the trust’s strategic objectives.
• Develop and monitor the trust’s business plan using effective financial and budget modelling.
• Ensure robust financial management through the development and monitoring of financial policies and procedures.
• Manage internal and external audit procedures, ensuring compliance and addressing any recommendations.
• Oversee the trust’s commercial contracts and procurement procedures to achieve financial efficiencies.
• Complete and submit financial returns as required by regulatory bodies.
• Manage the central finance team, ensuring professional development and best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role within a similar sized organisation.
• Demonstrated success in financial planning, analysis, and strategy development.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with strong project management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, standards, and best practices.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Contribution to significant educational initiatives.
• Hybrid working available, typically one day per week working from home, though consideration for two working days from home will be given for the right individual.

The closing date for applications, which will require a tailored CV and supporting statement is midnight on Sunday November 3rd.

As a social enterprise and registered B-Corp, Impact Hub London is a home for positive change. Our purpose is to accelerate entrepreneurial action that benefits people and planet. Through our workspaces, business support programmes, membership community and events, we bring together impact-driven individuals and organisations to build a more fair and sustainable future. We are part of the world’s leading network for building communities and ecosystems for change through social and environmental entrepreneurship, with 120 Impact Hubs across 67 countries hosting 25,000+ members.

Impact Hub London currently operates two fully hosted flexible workspaces in King’s Cross and Euston, offering co-working, team desks, micro-offices, meeting rooms and two unique event spaces for hire. We have supported hundreds of social enterprises to incubate and scale from our King’s Cross premises since 2008, and in April 2024 we opened a new state-of-the art innovation hub within British Land’s flagship life sciences district in Euston, which has quadrupled our capacity.

CEO

Impact Hub London

London (King’s Cross/Euston) – with one day working from home

£85k + plus training allowance, pension, medical cash plan and profit share scheme.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a highly motivated individual who can combine passion for our purpose; motivational, inclusive team leadership; and the commercial acumen to secure strong financial performance. The opening of our new Euston premises unlocks the opportunity to step change our revenue and our impact. The new CEO will look and plan ahead for the future growth of the organisation across London.

We are looking to appoint an inspiring and leader who:

- Is a champion for our purpose with a track record of successful leadership from a social enterprise, commercial       organisation or brings cross-sector charity experience

- Has a scaling mentality, underpinned by process discipline and entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on impact

- Is an engaging, inclusive and supportive leader, enjoys building teams and developing talent

How to apply:

If you are motivated to join a B Corp and social enterprise that’s accelerating entrepreneurial action for people and planet and possess the skills and experience we're looking for, we would love to hear from you. For further information about this brilliant opportunity and to review the dedicated microsite, please click 'apply via website'.

IHL will not tolerate direct or indirect discrimination against any person on grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity or paternity, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, socio-economic background or other factors which do not affect the ability of an individual to undertake the job. We seek to go beyond the protected characteristics listed in the Equalities Act 2010 and also to take into account the effects of intersectionality and systemic bias. 

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the application and interview process.

Timeline:

Deadline for applications:                          22nd October 2024

We are currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to withdraw at any time.

Are you interested in playing a major role in supporting people internationally who are in need of emergency support? That’s why we are supporting an organisation who focus their work around supporting women and young people with the recruitment of a Digital Analyst.
 
This is a permanent role on a part-time basis (24.5 hours a week) and the salary is £33,517.39 (£47,882.00 FTE). This is a hybrid role, with travel to the office in either London or Chard.
 
In this Digital Analyst role, you will report to the Deputy Director of Digital and help to increase reach, engagement and conversion across digital channels through monitoring and analysis of user data. You will manage tracking and tagging across websites platforms. You will enhance digital marketing results by building audience insights and implementing technical functionality required. You will provide regular and timely reports on digital performance. You will provide strategic direction around online privacy and marketing consent.

You will have advanced experience of website analysis including using Google Analytics and Google Tags Manager. You will have knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, CSS.  You will have experience of using Power BI and/or Google Looker (Data Studio), and experience of data visualisation. You will have advanced experience of using SEO tools and techniques and knowledge of social media analytics. You will have experience of using keyword research tools, including Google Trends and Keyword Planner. You will also have a strong understanding of ecommerce, digital marketing, including Google Ads and PPC advertising.

Desirably, you will have an understanding of SQL to query data in Big Query.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

This is a fast-moving process, and applications will be sent across on a rolling basis, please apply using your CV to avoid disappointment.

We are actively recruiting for an Interim Head of HR Operations to join our education client for an initial period of 6 months. Reporting directly to the Director of People and Culture, this role is a key member of the People and Culture leadership team.

You will have lead responsibility for managing the delivery of our Human Resources operational services, ensuring efficient, effective and high quality transactional and recruitment services are delivered across the whole employee lifecycle.

As our interim Head of HR Operations, you will act as our internal expert on pay, reward and HR information systems as well as managing the HR operations team. You will be tasked with researching , developing and implementing reward solutions that support our business, help development of our Recruitment and onboarding and be a lead on HR data using our Core HR system (Midland HR's iTrent and Stonefish) meet organisational and user needs and help ensure that as an organisation we are compliant with legislative and regulatory requirements.

Hybrid working available of 2/3 days in the London offices.

Ada, the National College for Digital Skills, is dedicated to bridging the gap between education and the tech industry.  They seek to harness tech as a positive tool for social mobility and improve the gender and ethnic diversity of the tech workforce.  Their relationships with their corporate partners are truly strategic, not only forming 100% of their fundraised income, circa £1 million, but providing key parts of the curriculum aimed at bringing the tech industry to life, ensuring students are workplace ready and providing a range of other meaningful and fully resourced volunteering opportunities across the organisation. 

This newly created role of Corporate Partnerships Manager reflects their ambitious growth plans, being 100% new business focussed. We are looking for an experienced new business specialist to help them achieve their targets. The role will inherit a warm pipeline and utilise extensive networks to secure new partnerships, providing meaningful impact for the student body. You will report to the to the Director of External Relations, forming part of a small but talented team, where corporate partnerships mean more than just money.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and expand a portfolio of corporate partnerships, including one-off donations, multi-year grants, and strategic impact partnerships.
•  Establish and maintain a network of contacts within corporate partnerships and the commercial sector
• Working with the wider corporate partnerships team to develop and implement the corporate partnerships strategy
• Collaborate across the organisation to ensure all teams are informed and supportive of the corporate partnership team’s efforts.

Person specification

• Demonstrable track record of corporate fundraising, with a focus on new business activity
• A proven corporate partnerships manager looking to transfer their experience and a passion for Ada’s mission or at senior officer level looking for their first manager role
• Ability to develop and cultivate a pipeline of corporate prospects, successfully making asks/pitching to secure new partnerships
• Confident communicator with a friendly, collaborative manner both with partners and the wider team

Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience

Flexible working patterns offered and part time working considered

3 days at week in their Victoria campus office

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process

The Talent Set are working with a brilliant Animal Charity to recruit a Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships to lead a newly structured team, leading income growth across Major Donor, Corporate, Trusts and Legacy gifts.

What’s on offer:

Salary: circa £55,000 dependant on experience

Working pattern: Hybrid or Remote, with quarterly travel into Central London

Key duties include:

· Lead on the development and operational delivery of the philanthropy and fundraising partnerships strategy, encompassing work across the high-value donor, legacies, trusts and corporate fundraising income streams.

· Maintain relationships with existing high-value donors and funders, through the provision of exemplary stewardship including reports, mailings, phone calls and face to face meetings.

· Oversee the continued development and growth of the charity’s global legacy programme, including the production of legacy mailings, telemarketing, offline and digital advertising, and features, as well as correspondence with supporters, solicitors and other stakeholders.

· Drive the development of the corporate fundraising programme, working with Global Programmes colleagues and partners based in the countries where the charity operates in.

· Provide supportive and dynamic line management for the Philanthropy and Fundraising Partnerships team.

· Support the Chief Executive, Directors and senior colleagues to build new funding relationships with key stakeholders.

· Work closely with the Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications to develop and drive the Philanthropy & Partnerships growth plan.

We’re looking for the following skills & experience:

· Demonstrable experience of managing multi-faceted, high value fundraising campaigns across Major Gifts, Trusts, Corporate or Legacy fundraising.

· Experience of developing, building and maintaining relationships with high-value stakeholders.

· Experience of line management and building a collaborative, high-performing fundraising team.

· Experience of developing and driving income growth across high-value fundraising income streams.

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

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

Building on exceptional funding partnerships and articulating the incredible impact and energy of Unitas, the new Philanthropy Executive will develop, enhance and grow philanthropy, placing relationships at its core.

Applications close at 9 a.m. Thursday 24th October.

Who we are.

Barnet’s Youth Zone, named “Unitas” by local young people, opened in summer 2019 as the second OnSide Youth Zone in London.

At Unitas, we believe that all young people in Barnet should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose, to find out what they’ve got and where it could take them. Our Youth Zone is a purpose-built space fizzing with energy and crammed with incredible facilities. It is staffed by skilled and dedicated youth workers who truly believe in young people – helping them see what they could achieve and giving them the skills, confidence and ambition to achieve their potential.

Since opening, we’ve delivered life-changing support to help over 12,000 young people aged 8-19 (and up to 25 for young people with additional needs) from a diverse range of backgrounds to thrive.

About the role.

An exciting opportunity has been created at Unitas Youth Zone for an ambitious fundraiser eager to share our story and secure funds from individual and corporate donors. Working alongside our experienced Director of Fundraising, and as part of a small, supportive team, you will significantly contribute to securing a legacy for thousands of local young people through the generation of new income.

Experience is great, but what we really want is someone with strong integrity, a passion for serving young people, and an entrepreneurial spirit who will fearlessly engage the Unitas community to generate more funding for our critical mission.

If you are that type of person, we want to hear from you!

You will be responsible for creating and executing strategies to develop significant mid-level and major donor income (£1k – £25k), primarily by leveraging our existing strong networks. At the same time, you will support the Director of Fundraising and CEO by effectively stewarding existing major donors, ensuring that we continue growing strong relationships and sustained revenue.

Who we are looking for.

We are looking for candidates who want to join a brilliant organisation and work with an inspirational Director of Fundraising who will support and guide them in enhancing their careers.

We are searching for confident and passionate individuals who love meeting people and building relationships and can articulate an impactful cause.

Candidates who have a major donor or philanthropy experience will be looked upon favourably; however, we will consider candidates who have other fundraising experience. We also strongly encourage candidates with limited experience to apply given the commitment to training and development at the organisation.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Thursday 24th October.

White Ribbon UK seeks an inspirational strategic leader to join us as our new Chief Executive Officer as we work to prevent men’s violence against women and girls. 

We are the leading organisation engaging men and boys and organisations to prevent gender-based violence. We have achieved considerable success in raising the importance of Primary Prevention with decision makers, organisations and the general public through our campaigns, advocacy and work with organisations. 
 
We engage with organisations from all sectors including business, transport, sports, venues, and education providers, as well as decision makers, specialists, and individuals. The organisations and individuals that support our work are committed to creating positive culture change and preventing violence. 
 
We’ve built a strong reputation for delivering impactful programmes and campaigns. We need to build our capacity so that we can meet our ambition to grow and take advantage of opportunities. 
 
Our new CEO will be an agile leader, who values the culture we’ve created—collaborative, adaptable, and committed to positive change, with the ability to be hands on where needed. We’re ready to grow, innovate, and continue our mission of preventing men’s violence against women and girls. 

Key details:
Role: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – White Ribbon UK
Location: Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire / hybrid (2 or more days per week on average on site)
Salary: £50,000 to £60,000
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate:

• Leadership & Strategic Vision: Proven leadership able to deliver strategic plans.
• Operational Management: Managing daily operations and a small team.
• Financial Management: Strong financial acumen and an ability to evaluate, assess and manage risk.
• Stakeholder Engagement: High level of experience representing an organisation and building relationships.
• Representation and Influencing: Successful engagement in advocacy, public and media relations
• Growth and Development: Driving growth, expanding networks, and influencing public policy.
• Governance: Experience of working with a Board of Trustees and ensuring effective governance.
• Personal Attributes: Commitment to WRUK’s mission, interpersonal and communications skills and commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI).

 
If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this CEO role with full details, including how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills at Harris Hill, executive at harrishill co uk. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with suitable times to talk.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 28th October 2024.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.