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- Exciting Communications Leadership Opportunity in the Social Housing Sector
- Join this purpose-led Ombudsman to lead the Comms & Stakeholder relations!
About Our Client
The Housing Ombudsman service investigates complaints and resolve disputes involving the tenants and leaseholders of social landlords (housing associations and local authorities), as well as for our voluntary members (private landlords and letting agents).
They are a free, independent, and impartial service, whose vision is to improve residents lives and landlord services through housing complaints.
Job Description
The post holder will provide leadership and line management to the Communications & Stakeholder Engagement teams, ensure delivery of key business plan commitments and contribute to the development, design and delivery of the corporate plan as well as key communication and engagement strategies and plans. The post holder will also provide strategic challenge, guidance and support to the Ombudsman and senior leaders to manage key stakeholder relationships effectively.
Responsibilities and Outcomes:
To manage the brand of the Housing Ombudsman - developing strategies for all our external communication channels and platforms to increase the visible impact of our work and proactively seek opportunities to raise awareness of the Housing Ombudsman and develop our offer.
Be responsible for a comprehensive internal communication programme which includes multiple engagement channels and all staff events - driving internal engagement with key strategic documents such as the business plan.
Be responsible for ensuring the delivery of the Ombudsman's external-facing events including the Member Responsible for Complaints (MRC) Annual Conference and the 'Meet the Ombudsman' events.
To deliver quality stakeholder engagement with our members, the Residents Panel and key third parties, such as advocacy and advice agencies.
To assist the Ombudsman to identify emerging issues within the sector and political landscape, including proposals for influencing key policy makers and responding to relevant consultations.
To provide the Ombudsman and senior leadership team with coaching on crucial presentations (such as giving evidence at select committees or inquests), strategic and tactical communications analysis, advice and support.
To build strong, agile relationships with peers to proactively facilitate cross-directorate working and ensure that strategic thinking about communication is built into everything we do.
To lead and manage teams of communication and stakeholder engagement specialists to deliver the work to high quality standards in a timely manner.
To contribute to the development, design and delivery of the corporate and business plans.
To produce critically important corporate publications, such as our required consultations and annual report.
Be responsible for a Communications Grid tracking all internal and external engagement and activities.
To assist and support the presentation and publication of our casework, systemic work, Centre for Learning and Code compliance work.
The post holder should strive at all times to adhere to HOS values of Learning , Excellence, Openness and Fairness.
The Successful Applicant
The candidate that secures the Head of Communications & Stakeholder Engagement opportunity at the Housing Ombudsman Service will be able to demonstrate the following:
Track Record:
A track record of leading, managing and motivating professional teams.
Professional, senior level communications experience in an organisation with a high public profile and a track record of advising at the most senior level.
Proven ability to develop and deliver high quality and innovative strategic communication campaigns and powerful storytelling communications internally and externally across a range of channels with a track record in evaluation to ensure efficient and effective use of resources.
Proven ability to translate complex and sensitive information and communicating it effectively and appropriately to a range of audiences.
Extensive experience of working with the media in a high profile, national organisation including an up to date knowledge of social media and the way it can work alongside traditional media.
Experience of managing change and achieving results.
Experience in business planning, quality assurance and risk management.
Budget management
Knowledge & Skills:
Ability and agility to work flexibly in a context of change and ambiguity.
Comprehensive understanding of government and the wider public service arena including its political decision making processes.
Understanding of the wider social, political and economic environment and their impact on the issues, implications and challenges facing public sector organisations.
Good resilience and proven experience of working well under pressure.
Communicate articulately and confidently with a wide range of people.
Write clearly and concisely for senior audiences.
Influence and persuade others.
Strong IT skills including use of Microsoft Office applications
Behaviours:
Willing to be viewed as an ambassador for HOS
Demonstrably able to collaborate with purpose.
Exceptional communicator - keeps all relevant parties informed in a meaningful and timely manner
Has a desire to learn - asks how can things be improved and is open to views and feedback
Able to see things from others perspectives - can represent the interests of stakeholders in internal discussions
Motivates and leads others to deliver
Inspirational and actively builds trust and confidence
What's on Offer
Competitive Basic Salary up to £70,717 depending on suitability
27 Day Annual Leave + Bank Holidays rising with service
remote working with offices available in London and Manchester
flexi time working scheme
one professional membership paid for annually
annual health assessment
opportunity to join the Local Government pension scheme
enhanced Maternity/Paternity and Adoption leave
personal allowance to spend on well being apps
employee discounts scheme
volunteer days policy - paid leave for volunteering
employee assistance programme
Cycle to Work scheme
payroll charity giving scheme
HOS is committed to equality of opportunity in all its practices, policies and procedures. It is our intention to promote a working environment that is free from harassment, bullying, victimisation or discrimination, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We expect all staff to behave respectfully with courtesy and consideration, whilst carrying out their duties.
Application - To apply for this post your application must include:
A CV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements. Please ensure you have provided reasons for any gaps within the last two years.
A Statement of Suitability (no longer than 1,000 words) explaining how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the criteria in the person specification. Please add this at the front of your CV
Interviews: W/C 22nd August 2024 and W/C 29th August 2024
The interview will take place virtually via Microsoft Teams. Further details will be released to candidates who are successful at shortlist.
Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Page Personnel.
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Do you feel motivated to help victims of stalking?
Do you want to shape the future of our response to stalking and personal safety?
Do you have resilience and flexibility, to meet the demands this role brings, and enjoy working in a sharing and learning environment?
If yes, then read on.
ABOUT SUZY LAMPLUGH TRUST:
This post represents an opportunity for the right candidate to join the UK’s founding personal safety charity and leading authority on stalking.
The Suzy Lamplugh Trust was born out of the tragic story of Suzy Lamplugh, a 25-year-old estate agent who went missing whilst at work in 1986, was never found, and was eventually declared deceased in 1993. The Trust was set up in Suzy’s name and continues to be a pioneer in reducing the risk and prevalence of abuse, aggression and violence - with a specific focus on stalking and harassment – through education, campaigning and support.
You will be working for a growing charity that delivers high value impact to those we train, those we educate, those we support and to the general public through our campaigning and policy work. Our Stalking Helpline offers support and advice to thousands of victims of stalking every year, while our bespoke advocacy teams work closely with partners and stakeholders across the Violence Against Women and Girls’ (VAWG) sector, the criminal justice system, and both statutory and non-statutory services to ensure our clients can live a live free from abuse and fear.
We are an organisation that has:
- been responsible for training over one million lone and frontline workers across all sectors in personal safety;
- campaigned heavily and played a pivotal role in driving changes in the law to better protect people across the UK; and
- supported over 75,000 victims and survivors of stalking since the inception of our National Stalking Helpline and stalking advocacy service.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This role is about making a difference, supporting the most vulnerable, standing up against what is wrong, driving systemic change, and holding decision makers to account. We work hard so our beneficiaries sleep better at night, so families can reunite at the end of the working day, and so that victims of harassment and stalking are given the chance to regain control of their situations.
- As Director of Finance, HR and Governance, you will lead, continually improve and be held accountable for the Trust’s financial performance.
- You will have overall responsibility for HR and core areas of organisational support including IT, GDPR, and office administration.
- You will be a pivotal member of the Executive Team, providing strategic leadership in developing and managing Finance, HR and Governance.
- You will contribute to the implementation and delivery of the Trust’s strategy to secure long-term financial health and growth, enabling us to achieve our vision and mission.
Please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
As an Equal Opportunities employer, the Trust strives to maintain a diverse and inclusive culture representative of the communities we seek to support.
WHAT WE OFFER IN RETURN:
In return for our staff’s commitment and dedication, we offer a range of benefits, including:
- Hybrid working (minimum 40% in the office)
- Flexitime Policy
- 28 days annual leave (which increases after 3 and 5 years to a maximum of 33 days pro rata) + public holiday
- Special leave for life events, such as 1 day off for moving house and a paid day off for your birthday
- Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
- Health & Wellbeing App with access to advice, counselling, support and a wide range of discounts
- Occupational Sick Pay (which increases after 3 years)
- Cycle to Work scheme (cycle racks on site)
- Interest-free travel loan for annual season ticket
- Regular all-staff off-site meetings and events
DISCLAIMER: Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
To reduce the risk and prevalence of abuse, aggression and violence - with a specific focus on stalking and harassment
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This post-holder is important in acting as a first point of contact for the Director. As such, you will need to work efficiently under your own initiative and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders and partners, including significant figures in the worlds of music and the church. You will be able to work with attention to detail, and be a good completer-finisher.
The post is advertised as 0.7FTE but we are open to exploring other working patterns with appropriate candidates, including adding additional administration elements to the role. Some weekly presence in our Salisbury office is a requirement of the role.
Closing date: 17:00pm, Monday 29th July 2024
In-person interviews, Salisbury: Tuesday 6th August 2024
Appointment is subject to;
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Completion of the RSCM Safer recruitment process (including references and satisfactory completion of the RSCM’s Confidential Self-declaration Form). Safeguarding training to be completed once in post.
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Right to work in the UK
RSCM works to positively promote the importance of effective safeguarding, holding to the Christian belief of valuing each person as someone who bears the image of God and is loved equally by God, and therefore should be protected from harm.
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MLC Partners are proud to be recruiting a Director of Finance and IT for a Charity based in central London. This is a fantastic opportunity to provide strategic financial and IT leadership to a long-standing community focused Charity.
Our client is embarking on a major transformation of their internal processes and finance systems, giving you the opportunity to lead a transformation project and make a long-term impact on not only the finance team but longevity of the charity and the community they serve.
Key Responsibilities:
- Closely working with the CEO to forward plan, deliver on financial strategies and plan against future goals for the Charity
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the finance team, delivery monthly financial reports and revenue/investment recommendations to the SLT/Trustees
- Manage and work closely with the consultant leading the transformation project, providing valuable insight as to ‘what good looks like’ within an efficient finance function
- Lead on the strategy and management of the organisations IT infrastructure, and data protection and compliance
Skills & Experience:
- Qualified accountant, with extensive recent experience as a Finance leader
- Experience in the Charity sector is a must, ideally within medium, complex organisations
- Significant experience in financial strategy, governance and investment management
- Highly motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven ability to lead a team through organisational change and transformation
- Knowledge of IT systems and technology, with a strong background in leading the
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable Charity, entering an exciting period of transformation and growth. To confidentially discuss this opportunity, and your job search please reach out to Annabelle at MLC Partners.
About Us
School of Hard Knocks (SOHK) is a charity that exists to empower and support individuals who are living in complex and challenging circumstances. By fostering an environment of genuine acceptance and through the use of physical activity (rugby training) and group and one-to-one support sessions, SOHK enables young people to succeed in their education and reach their potential. All of SOHK's activities are underpinned by an evidence-based sport for development framework called the 5Cs.
Overview
SOHK will soon launch its new and ambitious organisational strategy to drive growth and impact. We want to reach and support more young people at a key point in their adolescence and help them to reach their potential. To achieve this, we need to increase our reach to new audiences and convert more people into donors. We also need to optimise our communications to existing audiences; from young people on our courses and their educational professionals to prospect partners and donors.
This role is key to the success of our growth fundraising strategy that will see us double our income. To achieve this we need to optimise our branding, develop new marketing channels and grow our reach. We are looking for someone as ambitious as we are, and willing to help move our charity into the next stage of our development.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver the Marketing & Communications strategy. Work with the Director of Fundraising and Marketing Consultant to contribute to the development of the the Marketing and Communications Strategy. Lead the delivery of the strategy, track progress and report risks and opportunities to senior leadership team.
- Brand management and development. Maintain and evolve the charity's brand identity. Ensure consistent messaging across all channels.
- Social media management. Plan, schedule and create content for multiple channels. Ensure timely publication and distribution of content. Develop and manage social media content and campaigns. Monitor social media engagement and analytics to refine campaigns.
- Digital marketing. Lead the development of all digital marketing to achieve audience reach and income targets.
- Analytics & analysis. Track and analyse the performance of campaigns by monitoring relevant analytics. Use data to adjust strategies and improve outcomes. Conduct regular competitor analysis to ensure we maximise reach. Develop routine end of campaign analytical reviews and reports.
- Stakeholder Engagement. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including ambassadors and celebrity patrons, providing them with all the assets and materials they need. Develop strategies for stakeholder communication and engagement. Work with partners to create mutually beneficial communications strategies.
- MarComms Advisory Panel Engagement. Engage with our voluntary MarComms Advisory Panel of experts to maximise success of our strategy.
- Graphic Design. Using design software, create promotional and programme delivery materials such as brochures, posters, challenge event packs and social media graphics in line with brand guidelines. Create visual content for all digital platforms.
- Video Content Creation. Conduct interviews with beneficiaries on camera to capture their stories. Edit video footage optimising for use in large-scale event films and for social media content. Develop engaging video content to promote the charity's mission and activities.
- Copywriting & Copy Editing. Write and edit inspiring and engaging content for various digital platforms including website, e-newsletters, and social media. Develop compelling stories and case studies to highlight the charity's impact. Write press releases where appropriate and quarterly ‘Supporter Updates’ for major donors.
- Website Management. Oversee the development of a new website. Update and maintain the charity's website content in line with best SEO practice. Ensure integrations are working correctly i.e. website is correctly integrated with Zapier and is pulling through subscribers to Mailchimp.
- Internal Communications. Develop engaging staff communications and opportunities to share successes and drive motivation amongst staff. Seek new opportunities to share information team-wide.
- Integrated digital processes. Maximise efficiency by building integrated digital systems and processes wherever possible.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Experience of creating and delivering multi-channel marketing acquisition strategies
- Experience delivering budgets and annual operational plans
- Highly-skilled copy-writer, editor and proof-reader
- Experience of digital marketing and proven record of delivering growth and achieving campaign goals
- Experience of managing external media and creative agencies
- Excellent GDPR knowledge and practice
- Experience of new product development, innovation and project management
- Good understanding of Google Analytics and other reporting tools.
- Experience of integrating platforms where possible to drive efficiency and optimise the customer experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of the charity sector and understanding of Sport For Development
- CRM experience
- Experience of project managing the delivery of new websites
- Experience of using creative design platforms such as Canva and video editing software.
Personal attributes:
- Responsive to the ever-changing digital landscape and trends
- Willing to be part of a fast-paced and ambitious team
- Detail orientated
- Growth mind-set and continually seeking to learn
- Strong stakeholder management skills (internal and external)
- Ability to adapt verbal and written communication skills to suit different audiences
- Confidently manage, influence and negotiate with senior stakeholders
- A highly motivated self-starter able to work proactively, independently and manage multiple priorities
- Able to work flexibly, adapting to the needs of the role and the wider team
Terms of Appointment
- Permanent contract
- Full-time (4 days considered)
- Salary £32,000 - £35,000 pro rata (dependant on experience)
- 25 days holiday plus 3 working days between Christmas and New Year extra. Employers also earn an additional day of annual leave per year of service up to a maximum of 5 days.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- 3% employer pension contributions.
- Opportunities for personalised training and development.
- Dynamic, entrepreneurial working environment with flexible approach to working hours and locations where possible.
How to Apply
The closing date for applications is 9am Monday 5th August.
Interviews will take place online on Friday 9th August, so please keep this day free in your diary!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Service Manager
Location: Wellingborough - Hybrid
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Salary: £44,000
Benefits: 24 days holiday + bank holidays increasing with service (pro-rata) Health Cash Plan Life Assurance
Are you a people focused Service Manager, Head of Operations looking to lead the charity strategy with their support to unpaid carers?
Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll oversee the day to day operation of key services in health and the community. Managing contracts for high quality services and reporting requirements.
They offer a comprehensive support service to unpaid carers within Northamptonshire in collaboration with organisations that complement the service they deliver. They recognise the vital contribution carers make to society and empower carers in improving their health, wellbeing and quality of life. They recognise the diversity of their communities and are committed to supporting all carers.
What you'll be doing:
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Lead, develop and coach the staff team to support Service Users
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Maintain service performance targets
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Lead effective recruitment, induction and ongoing support/development of staff and volunteers
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Provide planning, leadership and direction, meeting statutory and organisational quality standards
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Support business cases/ tenders / funding bids
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Workstream oversight for Ageing Well Services, Community Asset Groups, Prevention and Development
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Ensure great communication throughout the organisation
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Support the CEO and Finance Manager to develop organisational budgets and business plans
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Be part of the Senior Leadership Team overseeing the day to day operation of key services in health and the community.
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Ensure contracts are managed and delivered with high quality services and required reporting arrangements
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Joint Organisational Development as part of Senior Leadership Team
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Promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The right candidate:
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Full driving licence and access to own car for work purposes
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Experience of staff team management, including recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal, and training
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Great oral, written, administration and IT communication skills
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Proven experience at Senior Manager capacity as Service Manager, Head of Operations, Assistant Director, ideally within the Charity sector
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Have DBS and the right to work in the UK
What they'll offer in return:
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37 hours per week
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Death in Service benefit (should the worse happen, your loved ones will be supported)
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Simply Health Cash Plan
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24 days holiday, increasing to 29 days, plus bank holidays
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“Leeds Mind has been invaluable to my recovery” [Lauren, 28]
1 in 4 people will experience mental health difficulties at some time, and Leeds Mind provides invaluable help and support to those who need it. The charity promotes positive mental health and wellbeing, and with their core values at the heart of all they do, Leeds Mind is not just positively impacting communities across Leeds, but is also a wonderful place to work.
Do you want to play an integral role in an organisation enabling people across Leeds to live life independently and form part of a team that is dedicated to transforming lives for the better?
We are looking for a Business Development Director to take on this pivotal role and lead this integral team.
The Role
As Business Development Director you will have strategic responsibility for income and growth across the charity. Duties will include:
- Leading on the income generation, communications and marketing strategy.
- Developing key partnerships with new and existing stakeholders.
- Leading the tendering and partnership processes to fulfil strategic objectives.
- Developing and implementing strategies to drive all income streams to achieve growth.
- Inspiring and motivating a team of dedicated, ambitious and talented individuals.
The Person
We are looking for a visionary leader! An experienced, motivating and influential individual who is passionate about the values, ethos and mission of the charity. The skills and experience we are looking for include:
- Experience in a leading and delivering an organisational growth strategy, in either a charity or business context.
- A good understanding of bid framework, commissioning and tendering.
- Proven experience of devising, managing, and implementing a budget and of financial modelling.
- Experience developing and implementing income generation strategies and of diversifying income.
Perhaps most importantly, you should possess a commitment to the invaluable work of this incredible charity, and a desire to live the charity’s values of being Open, Supportive, Brave, Connected, and Resourceful.
Why Leeds Mind
Not only is Leeds Mind hugely passionate about the incredible impact it has on changing lives across Leeds every year, the charity also puts significant emphasis on staff welfare. Leeds Mind has a hugely reputable, positive organisational culture and is known for being compassionate, kind and supportive, ensuring all staff feel valued and respected in their roles. The charity also has a focus on personal welfare and promotes a positive work life balance through its inherent flexible approach.
If this sounds like the type of role and charity that could suit the next phase of your career, then do get in touch. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Charlie or Leanne at Charity Horizons.
Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format, such as audio or video upload, please contact either Charlie or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this. Also, please let us know if you require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us.
Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.
Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.
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PiP's philanthropic income has doubled in the last 16 months and this role is the next investment in our Development & Engagement team to steward our funders, secure new funders to maintain income levels, and better communicate our impact.
The role has three main areas of responsibility:
- Managing funding partners - primarily trusts & foundations but corporate income is growing
- Identifying and securing new income – primarily partners in the £5-25K p.a. range
- Manage PiP communications – focused across audiences including non-philanthropic
We're looking for someone with experience in:
- Stewarding existing funders in the £5-25K p.a. range as part of a team including writing compelling impact & evaluation reports
- Developing and pitching concepts to funders to grow existing relationships and secure new partners
- Devising a communication strategy for an organisation and able to deploy this across channels e.g. print, social, and digital
- Being based on-site with service delivery and able to utilise this towards fundraising and communications goals
- Handling all elements of a project or delivery, PiP is a small charity so mucking in is essential
- Working across structures from senior management to delivery staff internally and externally
We're offering the following benefits:
- A salary between £29,500 & £33,500, dependent on experience
- You'll get 25 days holidays + bank holidays ever year. We're closed for Christmas but the rest of the year you may take leave whenever you wish.
- An extra day of annual leave for each year you've worked with us up to another 5 (30 in total)
- We offer a travel subsidy of £7.50 per day to help with commuting costs.
- We provide a 4% pension contribution
- It's an early finish on Fridays - we close once all students leave around 4pm.
We recognise not all candidates will match the above criteria, we actively encourage all candidates who meet a majority of the criteria or who believe they could bring transferrable skills to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Vacancy
Executive Director of Operations and Quality
Up to £85,000 - £90,000pa depending on experience, plus £5,750 car allowance pa.
Full time 37.5 hours per week.
Following an internal promotion, we are excited to share that we have a rare opportunity for a new Executive Director of Operations and Quality. FitzRoy is a pioneering national charity, committed to transforming the lives of adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs in over 100 services across England. Our vision is a society where people are treated as equals, regardless of disability. Our mission is to transform lives by supporting people with learning disabilities to lead the lives they choose. FitzRoy have successfully faced the challenges within the social care sector and the charity has grown year on year to now support over 800 people, across 70 local authorities.
We were founded more than 60 years ago by parents of children with learning disabilities, who pioneered an alternative to institutionalised care. This is still a core element of our work today. ‘Seeing the Person’ is at the heart of the charity, and everything we do is focussed on transforming the lives of the people we support.
The Role
As we look ahead to the future, we are seeking to recruit a new Executive Director of Operations and Quality to bring the strategic thinking needed to help steer the path forward. As a visible leader, with accountability for Operations and Quality, you will navigate the ongoing challenges that exist within our environment, continue to drive forward on our ambition for outstanding quality, and first and foremost focus on enabling the people we support to realise their goals and dreams.
We are looking for a strategic and collaborative leader who can challenge and enable us to continue to be creative, agile and responsive in the delivery of our services. You will strengthen our reputation through our new three-year strategy which includes amplifying the voice of our stakeholders, and collaborative engagement partnerships with the people we support and their families. This will ensure those with lived experiences are heard and influence our decisions. You will lead teams to showcase our successes in a tangible way and ultimately drive our journey to outstanding. Development and planning for the expansion of our clinical leadership and expertise will enable our new mental health provision to become fully embedded in the organisation.
The Person
Essential Experience
- Substantial strategic leadership experience in a complex health or social care organisation.
- A proven track record of delivering significant, successful business development and growth within the social care sector at a senior level.
- Experience of leading service delivery and understanding the complexity of managing a geographically dispersed and multi-disciplinary staff team.
- Experienced in working collaboratively with a high-performing senior leadership team.
- Demonstrable experience of managing a quality agenda; driving innovation, development, and continuous service improvement.
- Experience in the delivery of strategic growth, and analysis of relevant opportunities.
- Good market knowledge of the disability and broader social care sector.
- Demonstrable experience of working at a senior level within a regulated environment.
- A proven track record as a credible ambassador.
- Significant financial acumen and experience in managing budgets.
- Substantive experience of leading impact monitoring and evaluation.
- Experience of board report writing and presenting at a senior level.
Skills, Knowledge and abilities
- Excellent understanding of CQC standards and delivering high-quality care
- A degree or an equivalent advanced academic achievement in a relevant field is preferred.
- A willingness to undertake an advanced academic achievement.
- Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
- An exceptional strategic thinker who can translate strategy into operational delivery.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to negotiate and influence.
- An understanding of how digital and IT can enhance effective operational delivery.
- An energetic and resilient leader.
- Person-centred with high levels of emotional intelligence and empathy
The role will require travel to our services and any other off site meeting location. Therefore, a full licence that allows you to drive in the UK is essential, as is access to your own vehicle for business travel.
The role will require nationwide travel, including regular attendance in person for meetings at our head office in Petersfield, Hampshire.
Our values of See the Person, Be Brave and Be Creative are inherent in the decisions we make every day and visible in the actions of everyone who works for FitzRoy. If you share our values and really want to make that transformative difference, we look forward to hearing from you.
About Us
FitzRoy is a national charity, set up 60 years ago by brave parents as a pioneering alternative to institutional care. Their values remain the values of FitzRoy today – we see the person, we are brave and we are creative – and they thread through everything we do.
We support hundreds of people with a range of needs. You could be supporting someone with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries or mental health support needs. Many of the people we support also have physical impairments or other health issues. Working for us will give you an opportunity to learn, to grow and to transform lives. Join us today.
We are looking for a talented Communication and Marketing Assistant to join our fantastic team – and to help us continue to grow so we can change more lives across Wales.
This is a new role that will support the growth of Community Foundation Wales and the implementation of our marketing and communications strategy.
You will assist in creating compelling content and capturing diverse and compelling stories from our grantees and donors, helping the Head of Communication and Marketing to communicate the importance of our work and share its impact to help grow the reach and brand awareness of Community Foundation Wales.
From research to creation to publishing, you will work with the Head of Communication and Marketing to produce engaging and inspiring content and stories that will engage Community Foundation Wales’s key audiences.
You will help organise events and external meetings with our stakeholders that will help us to connect and build our supporter base.
This post requires someone who is eager to take on a degree of responsibility and wants to develop their creative skills. The ideal candidate will enjoy variety and be a self-starter with excellent organisational skills who is keen to learn.
You will ideally be able to work in English and in Welsh, helping us to share stories and communicate with supporters across all of Wales.
Key Skills and Experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level, or equivalent experience working in a communications, marketing or digital marketing role.
- Experience of using social media in a professional context and working knowledge of the different types of social media and their best use.
- Experience of editing websites, using content management systems such as WordPress.
- Creative, with an eye for design and layout.
- A high level of IT competency.
- A great communicator and writer, with a high level of attention to detail.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise.
- Appetite and willingness to learn new skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
- The ability to speak and write in Welsh. We are a bilingual organisation and the ability to work in Welsh would be a strong advantage for a candidate with all the skills and experience we are seeking.
- Experience of using Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Experience of using design platforms such as Canva to produce digital assets.
- Basic video editing skills using apps such as CapCut.
- Experience of using e-newsletter software such as Mailchimp, or equivalent.
- Experience of working in the third sector.
Rydym yn chwilio am Gynorthwyydd Cyfathrebu a Marchnata talentog i ymuno â’n tîm gwych – ac i’n helpu i barhau i dyfu fel y gallwn newid mwy o fywydau ledled Cymru.
Mae hon yn rôl newydd a fydd yn cefnogi twf Sefydliad Cymunedol Cymru a gweithredu ein strategaeth farchnata a chyfathrebu.
Byddwch yn cynorthwyo i greu cynnwys cymhellol a chasglu straeon amrywiol gan ein grantïon a’n rhoddwyr, gan helpu’r Pennaeth Cyfathrebu a Marchnata i gyfleu pwysigrwydd ein gwaith a rhannu ei effaith i helpu i dyfu cyrhaeddiad ac ymwybyddiaeth brand o Sefydliad Cymunedol Cymru.
O ymchwil, i greu, i gyhoeddi, byddwch yn gweithio gyda’r Pennaeth Cyfathrebu a Marchnata i gynhyrchu cynnwys a straeon diddorol ac ysbrydoledig a fydd yn ennyn diddordeb cynulleidfaoedd allweddol Sefydliad Cymunedol Cymru.
Byddwch yn helpu i drefnu digwyddiadau a chyfarfodydd allanol gyda’n rhanddeiliaid a fydd yn ein helpu i gysylltu ac adeiladu cefnogaeth.
Mae’r swydd hon yn gofyn am rywun sy’n awyddus i ysgwyddo rhywfaint o gyfrifoldeb ac sydd eisiau datblygu eu sgiliau creadigol. Bydd yr ymgeisydd delfrydol yn mwynhau amrywiaeth ac yn hunan-ddechreuwr gyda sgiliau sefydliadol rhagorol sy’n awyddus i ddysgu.
Yn ddelfrydol, byddwch yn gallu gweithio yn Saesneg ac yn Gymraeg, gan ein helpu i rannu straeon a chyfathrebu â chefnogwyr ledled Cymru gyfan.
Y person yr ydym yn chwilio amdano:
Profiad, gwybodaeth a sgiliau hanfodol
- Addysgwyd i lefel gradd, neu brofiad cyfatebol yn gweithio mewn rôl cyfathrebu, marchnata neu farchnata ddigidol.
- Profiad o ddefnyddio'r cyfryngau cymdeithasol mewn cyd-destun proffesiynol a gwybodaeth weithredol am y gwahanol fathau o gyfryngau cymdeithasol a'u defnydd gorau.
- Profiad o olygu gwefannau, gan ddefnyddio systemau rheoli cynnwys fel WordPress.
- Creadigol, gyda llygad am ddylunio a chynllun.
- Lefel uchel o gymhwysedd TG.
- Cyfathrebwr ac awdur gwych, gyda lefel uchel o sylw i fanylion.
- Sgiliau trefnu ardderchog gyda'r gallu i flaenoriaethu.
- Parodrwydd a pharodrwydd i ddysgu sgiliau newydd.
- Y gallu i weithio'n annibynnol ac fel rhan o dîm.
Profiad, gwybodaeth a sgiliau dymunol
- Y gallu i siarad ac ysgrifennu yn Gymraeg. Rydym yn sefydliad dwyieithog a byddai'r gallu i weithio yn y Gymraeg yn fantais gref i ymgeisydd gyda'r holl sgiliau a phrofiad rydym yn chwilio amdanynt.
- Profiad o ddefnyddio Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Profiad o ddefnyddio llwyfannau dylunio fel Canva i gynhyrchu asedau digidol.
- Sgiliau golygu fideo sylfaenol gan ddefnyddio apiau fel CapCut.
- Profiad o ddefnyddio meddalwedd e-gylchlythyr fel Mailchimp, neu gyfwerth.
- Profiad o weithio yn y trydydd sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The International Programme Officer will report to our Global Operations Director and will work closely with personnel and partners in different countries where WW supports development programmes, to ensure the work we support is aligned with WW’s strategy, and that the delivery of our work has impact, is on track and is in line with donor agreements and budgets.
Specific responsibilities will include:
1. Programme coordination, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and learning
• Support organisational and programme planning, ensuring alignment with agreed delivery targets, outputs and outcomes.
• Support partners to ensure MEAL systems are effective in tracking, supporting and learning from delivery of workplans.
• Monitor financial and material resources relevant to project needs, flagging any concerns to the line manager and UK Director of Corporate Services.
• Champion learning, supporting teams and partners to analyse, package and deliver learning internally and externally for advocacy and communications, focused on driving system change at scale.
• Proactively seize opportunities and troubleshoot problems that arise in the course of the work. Deliver proactive management interventions that keep work on track and maximise impact.
• Ensure social inclusion, where the needs of vulnerable people are clearly heard and acted upon, is at the heart of our work.
• Support effective communication across and with the UK team, and partners in other countries.
2. Technical delivery and quality assurance
• Provide technical advice and support partners with delivery, investigations and assessments.
• Identify or co-develop appropriate methods and guidance to support delivery of key tasks within the programmes.
• Liaise both diplomatically and effectively with stakeholders.
• Ensure quality documentation and record keeping.
• Support country teams to undertake desk studies and literature reviews and produce and issue background reports.
• Support organisational capacity building and training of partners, including compliance with internal policies and best practice.
3. Documentation, learning and advocacy
• Mentor and support teams to collate, analyse and synthesise knowledge generated.
• Mentor and support teams in documentation, including writing and reviewing high quality, timely reports programme reports that respond to donor requirements and illustrate impact.
• Develop, co-author and disseminate knowledge products, including case studies, training modules, and guidance materials in support of programmes, liaising with the Director of Public and Political Engagement.
• Support our partners to develop powerful evidence-based stories and narratives to engage media, specific targeted groups, our wider networks and new audiences, including press, multi-media and website content.
• Coordinate and support the effective use of Information and Communications Technology across teams.
• Identify opportunities to increase programme visibility and raise the organization’s profile by disseminating results within and beyond the development community and water sector, liaising with the Director of Public and Political Engagement.
4. Organisational development
• Represent Water Witness and the interests of its stakeholders at local and international meetings as required, and develop strategic relationships with partners.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the organisation including through supporting the development or support of funding proposals, bids and efficient back office support and management.
• Provide advice, support to the Director, Senior Leadership Team, team, partners and the Board of Trustees.
• Help secure and deliver consulting and other work assignments globally as required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Executive Assistant to the Chief Development Officer and the Director of Development (EA to CDO and DoD) will provide proactive senior-level support within a busy office and theatre environment.
The EA to CDO and DoD will support the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and the Director of Development (DoD) in delivering their roles efficiently and effectively, focusing on comprehensive inbox and diary management to ensure strategic prioritisation of commitments. They will source and / or draft briefings as needed for donor meetings and events and ensure prompt and sensitive follow-up is carried out.
As an engaged and diplomatic communicator, they would act as first point of contact for all matters relating to the CDO and DoD, working in partnership with colleagues in the Development team, and more widely across the organisation. They will understand the nuances of the external relationships the CDO and DoD hold to enable co-ordination of supporter correspondence on the CDO and DoD’s behalf, ensuring that conversations progress sensitively and at pace.
The role also manages the co-ordination and communication with the Development Board and other fundraising committees.
The successful candidate will have the following:
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Significant experience in an assistant role, including complex diary management and an understanding of the requirements of interacting with high-level external stakeholders.
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Substantial experience in a dynamic, busy environment, preferably in the fundraising sector
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Excellent written communication skills with a high level of attention to detail.
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Skilled multi-tasker - both independently and within a team - with ability to adjust to varied deadlines and work quickly and accurately to tight deadlines.
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A positive disposition, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal confidently with a wide range of internal and external contacts, including building and maintaining key relationships in a senior space.
If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 12th August 2024 at 12 noon
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
- Would you like to lead the political and government engagement strategy for the largest membership body representing the NHS? This includes exploring new relationships across both central and local governments, as well as how we can deliver consultancy support to our members and partners?
- Do you have a high degree of political awareness, a deep interest in current affairs and strong networking skills?
- Can you demonstrate excellent project management skills, with the tenacity to drive forward projects from inception to completion?
We would love to hear from you if have:
- significant experience in public affairs, either in-house, for an agency, or having worked in government or Parliament
- strong experience of providing communications counsel to senior colleagues, including the ability to deliver this advice autonomously and at short notice
- the ability to consistently horizon scan, model best practice and learn from success and failure to drive continuous improvement
- experience in line management and developing team performance.
About the role
The Senior External Affairs Manager is responsible for overseeing the NHS Confederation’s strategy for how it engages with central government, parliamentarians, political parties and national stakeholders so that the organisation can effectively influence on behalf of its members.
This post will support the expansion of the organisation’s political and cross-Whitehall connections and its public affairs ambitions following the 2024 UK General Election. The NHS is a major priority for the new government and we will increasing our political engagement on behalf of our members – both nationally and regionally as we respond to the government’s devolution agenda.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be influence changes that could be in place for a generation. As such, we are looking for someone with experience in steering Parliamentary discourse, and on engaging constructively with the Government.
About us
The NHS Confederation is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive environment for our staff. A place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We offer a range of inclusive employment policies including family friendly policies and flexible working and we have range of channels to support staff from different backgrounds including our staff networks and a staff forum.
The NHS Confederation is committed to being a flexible employer. We understand the value and benefit to our employees being able to work flexibly to respond to changing circumstances and we want to ensure we do as much as possible to help support a work life balance and take care of employee health and wellbeing.
You will receive an excellent benefits package, including 30 days annual leave, pension scheme, flexible working, salary sacrifice schemes and travel season ticket loans.
Are you looking for an impactful role where you can lead marketing and communications initiatives across Asia Pacific and Latin America, helping to drive positive change in farm animal welfare? Join Compassion in World Farming International in our mission to transform the global food industry and make a lasting difference. As the Marketing and Communications Manager for Asia Pacific & Latin America at Compassion in World Farming, you'll lead strategic initiatives to help end the use of caged systems and promote sustainable farming.
About us:
Compassion in World Farming International was founded in 1967 in England by Peter Roberts, a British farmer who became concerned by the development of intensive factory farming. Over 50 years ago, Peter decided to make a difference and take a stand against this farming system. In his lifetime, Peter saw the demise of barren battery cages, veal crates and gestation crates in the UK, and in Europe achieved recognition that animals are sentient beings.
Compassion in World Farming is the leading international farm animal welfare charity, campaigning to improve the lives of millions of farm animals through advocacy, lobbying for legislative change, and positive engagement with the global food industry. Our established international Food Business programme aims to drive transformational change for animal welfare enabled by a reduction in the reliance on animals sourced foods and a shift towards regenerative farming. The Food Business team operates in Europe, the US, China and APAC LATAM, and more globally through the supply chains of our corporate partners.
About the role:
As our Marketing and Communications Manager, you’ll help build the strategic vision for helping to influence the global food industry. As part of this exciting position, you'll spearhead vibrant marketing and communications strategies across Asia Pacific and Latin America, championing the end of caged systems and promoting sustainable farming practices. Your responsibilities will include proactive and reactive PR, content management, event coordination, supplier oversight, and budget management. As our Marketing and Communications Manager (Asia Pacific & Latin America) you’ll collaborate closely with the Head of Food Business APAC LATAM and regional teams, ensuring transparency through regular reporting on achievements.
About you:
We're seeking an exceptional candidate for the role of Marketing and Communications Manager (Asia Pacific & Latin America), at CIWF, who brings with them a proven track record in developing impactful strategies, especially in digital and social media.
To succeed in the role of Marketing and Communications Manager (Asia Pacific & Latin America), you will need to have previous experience in demonstrating a proficiency in devising impactful strategies, particularly within the domains of digital and social media. You’ll have a proficiency in English, complemented by skills in languages such as Thai or Japanese, is not essential, but is advantageous. You’ll have to have strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with a sophisticated grasp of budget management and a genuine dedication to farm animal welfare. Previous skills and qualifications encompass an advanced degree or pertinent experience in PR, marketing, or communications.
Join us on a collective mission to shape a compassionate future for farm animals worldwide, while experiencing a workplace that truly cares for you:
• Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays *
• Free onsite parking at HQ
• Optional savings schemes * Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying Excellent Development opportunities
• Hybrid working model
• A defined Contribution Pension Scheme
Applications:
Cutoff date: 9th August 2024
1st Stage Interviews: W/C 19th August 2024
Please complete the online application form to upload your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description.
Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme.
Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
* dependant on role and location
To comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.
Location: HQ based (hybrid flexible working available with at least two days in office per week)
Job Type: Full-time, fixed term contract till 31st March 2025 (with possible contract extension, subject to additional funding)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £37,000-£42,000
You may also have experience in the following: Communications Officer, Internal Communications, CRM, Marketing Assistant, Marketing Executive, Marketing Officer, Communications Executive, Communications, Public Relations manager, PR Manager, Marketing Management etc
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We’re a team of creatives that shape and disrupt policy narratives.
Policy shapes the world and our future. It matters. This might be why you started working in policy yourself. And it might be why you, like us, believe that getting policy unstuck is among the most important challenges of our time.
You can check out our website to find out more about us, what we do, and examples of past work. But as someone thinking about working with us, there are two things in particular you should know.
The first is that we care about what we do. Our clients matter to us, as does the quality of our work, and, most importantly, the impact our work has on the world. We want to shape policies that benefit people, and we’re ready to go the extra mile to achieve that. This means that we’re always in a brainstorm mode, we think beyond the scope, and we put the hard work in to bring our ideas to life.
The second is that we care who we work for – and with. We want to work with people and organisations who share our vision and have a similar drive and ambition. And yes, sometimes that means we reject work if we don’t think it fits. We want to build long-term relationships with our clients (most have been working with us for 3+ years) and we work together as part of one team with them. We want you to fit in that dynamic – and we’re looking for someone who can show that that’s how they work too.
The job
We’re looking for someone to wear two hats.
The first hat you’ll wear is that of a client lead. You’ll have full responsibility for the clients and projects that you and your team are working on. One day you might be working on ocean policy campaigns, helping technical clients adapt their language to make it engaging and influential, and in doing so helping to push the ocean agenda forward. The next you could be working with a not-for-profit, leading the creation of their brand identity, marketing strategy and overseeing the launch of their new website.
We’re on the hunt for a seasoned communications strategist and a creative campaigner. You’ll be someone who feels at home bringing your knowledge and experience to any communications challenge: from campaign strategy to brand strategy, from policy communications to digital marketing.
You should be a creative thinker, a problem solver, and someone who knows how to run projects profitably – and grow client relationships at the same time. You’ll be able to build relationships quickly, with clients and colleagues. You’ll spot mistakes, tactfully ask difficult questions, and tell us and our clients how to improve things.
The second hat you’ll wear is that of a new business lead. You’ll work with the CEO, Head of Strategy and other colleagues to identify, respond to, and win new business opportunities. We’re looking for someone who has directly relevant experience here – so you’ll have had experience in new business for an agency or consultancy, or have supported that function.
You’ll have experience responding to RFPs (and hopefully winning them – definitely tell us if you have a good hit rate), you’ll be excited by the idea of travelling abroad to give presentations to prospects and convert them to clients, and you’ll have ideas about how we can improve our marketing to generate more inbound leads. Where some see new business efforts as taxing and draining, you’ll be energised by it, and see new business as a game that is fun to play, and win.
Key skills and experience
The core things we are looking for are:
- Minimum 6 years experience, with at least three years in an equivalent agency setting
- Have communications expertise in creating stories, shaping narratives and social/policy campaigns and/or public affairs
- Experience and expertise in brand communications and/or strategy development
- Ability to produce creative and engaging communication materials: reports, websites, social media and print
We’re also looking for a mix of the below. We don’t expect you to have all of them, but you should be nodding to most of the things on the lists below.
Project management
- Excellent account and project management skills
- Finding creative solutions to complex problems
- Ability to break down large strategy and campaign projects into phased deliverables, guiding clients through the process
- Strong timeline and budget management skills
- Ability to identify areas of improvement/efficiencies, for yourself and your team, both in terms of process, training, and any other areas you identify
Team management
- Experience managing a team, growing their skills and ability (this role will have line management responsibilities)
- Onboarding new team members
- On an ongoing basis, identify future recruits for the company/build a wide network around the industry
Thought leadership
- Write thought leadership articles for the CFC website, at least once per quarter, ideally one a month promoting our thinking and best practices
- Participate in CFC training and knowledge sharing (webinars etc.)
- Attend events and conferences on behalf of the company
New business & sales
- Identify and respond to appropriate RFPs; lead pitch approaches
- Identify opportunities for future work with existing clients, write proposals to win that work
- Identify and pursue new leads
- Identify and shape new product offerings to take to market
If you're still interested, you can find out more about the application process on our website (Google "cast from clay lead consultant"). We look forward to chatting.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.