Director Of Operations And Business Development Jobs

PDAP CEO ROLE

Location: Sites across Kirklees and Home Working

Salary: 50k-53k

Length of Contract: Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5 (negotiable down to 30)

Closing date: 5th September at 4pm

Interviews: w/c 16th and 23rd September

Overview

Pdap is the largest specialist domestic abuse charity in Kirklees, delivering services to victims of domestic abuse for over 20 years through our emergency accommodation and community outreach services. We are a values led organisation that places our clients at the centre of all we do. This is an exciting time to join us as we embark on a new refuge project and launch new community services in partnership with KBOP, and KDASS.

Over the last few years Pdap have developed a culture that firmly places the wellbeing of our staff and the voice of our clients at the centre of all we do. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Leader to take us to the next stage of our journey.

Our new CEO will be a visionary and strategic leader, who is passionate about ending domestic abuse and empowering survivors. Pdap is already a leading charity in Kirklees working in partnership to improve the response to domestic abuse, but we know we can do more to create positive change and make a tangible difference to the lives of those affected.

You will lead the development and delivery of the strategic plan for the organisation at a pivotal time in our history. Continuing to raise our external profile, you will develop strategic partnerships that further our mission. You will drive the organisation to long-term financial sustainability and nurture a culture that is kind, inclusive, compassionate, open, empowering, bold and never shies away from the challenges ahead.

To apply, please send your CV and a personal statement outlining how you meet the specification

Closing date for completed applications is: 5th September at 4pm

Interviews will be held w/c 16th and 23rd of September

If you have been shortlisted for interview, you will be informed by email. Regrettably, we are unable to acknowledge unsuccessful applicants. Pdap is committed to quality, equality, and valuing diversity. 

Please note this post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Would you like to work flexibly, remotely, and with a small, friendly team? We're looking for someone to help us with our ambitious plans to support bullied children and their families. 

The Head of Income Generation and Partnerships will help us to identify new partners, support and grow existing partnership arrangements, and explore innovative ways to boost commercial training income.

Why work for Kidscape? 

• We support flexible working 
• We work remotely
• We're a family-friendly employer
• We're friendly and approachable 
• You'll be contributing to an incredible cause

What are we looking for? 

• Demonstrable knowledge of creating compelling partnership and funding applications 
• Well-proven community fundraising techniques and approaches 
• Knowledge and understanding of managing consultancy work 
• Innovative and challenging spirit 

You can find out more about what we're after in our job description and person spec.

When does it close?

The vacancy closes at 23:59 on the 16th September. Interviews will be held online on the 3 rd October. 

If you can no longer see the vacancy on CharityJob, head to the Careers page on our website and it'll be there!

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Starting Salary: £55,000

Negotiable Benefits Package

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Location: Hybrid Working – Registered Charity Address, Station Road, Cottingham, HU16 4LL

R-evolution is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO) based across the Humber region, covering East Riding, Hull, North Lincolnshire, North East Lincolnshire and a small project in bordering Lincolnshire. We work with a large partnership of organisations to deliver programmes around being active outdoors, wellbeing and developing new skills.

We are looking for a Chief Executive to succeed our interim CEO at this pivotal time for our charity. 

The Chief Executive Officer will be instrumental in steering R-evolution through its next exciting phase of development. In collaboration with the Board of Trustees, the CEO will play a key role in defining the organisation’s strategic goals and objectives and will take the lead in driving their implementation. This leadership role will ensure that the organisation stays on course to fulfil its mission and reach its annual goals.

About us…

We are a team of individuals who are passionate about what we do. We have a shared vision that people have the tools and skills to develop themselves, their spaces and communities.

R-evolution’s mission is to create opportunities that encourage engagement, participation and fulfilment. Founded in 2015, we have an established track record of leading successful partnership projects and working with a wide range of locally based partners in the heart of communities to deliver programmes around being active outdoors, wellbeing and developing new skills. These programmes are primarily around cycling, cycle maintenance, horticulture and life-coaching.

Currently overseen by our Board of 7 dedicated trustees, our 15 fantastic staff and 27 committed volunteers currently work with partner organisations to deliver across a range of projects. R-evolution are budgeting for circa £750k turnover in 2024/2025.

About you…

We are looking for someone who is a strong leader, is approachable, and that has a desire to manage the opportunities that exist for our organisation.

You will have proven experience in a senior management role, leading successful teams, as well as a strong track record of financial management.  You will bring experience of successfully applying for funding and will have strong skills in project implementation and management.

The successful applicant will be able to think clearly and make good judgements under pressure.  You will work effectively, whilst also leading with compassion for others.

Interested?

If this sounds like the kind of place you’d like to work and you feel you are a good fit for the role, we’d love to hear from you. A full Recruitment Pack including the Job Description and Person Specification is available on our website, R-evolution, along with an Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form so we can analyse the reach of our opportunities.

To apply you should submit your CV with a comprehensive covering letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the Job Description and Person Specification.  We compare applications to the person specification, so your application should explain how you meet each element of the person specification, and how your skills, attributes and experience make you ideal for the role as outlined in the job description. Details of where to send your CV and cover letter are in the Recruitment Pack available on our website.

We want all those that believe they are a strong candidate for this role to be able to show us, so please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you with this.

The closing date for applications is Monday 16th September 2024. If your application is successful, we will be hosting interviews in person at Aura Innovation Centre, Bridgehead Business Park, Meadow Rd, Hessle, HU13 0GD on Wednesday 2nd October or Thursday 3rd October.  If you apply, please keep these dates available for interview. 

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!

We are looking for Senior Service Manager – Prison Services

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 pro rata

Location: HMP Peterborough and HMP Bronzefield

Hours: 21 hours per week – with a possibility of increasing hours; to be confirmed at interview

Contract: Fixed Term – until 31st March 2025 with a possibility of an extension to March 2026

This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting.

About us

Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.

We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.

Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

About the role:

As an experienced senior manager with a proven track record of leadership in providing services in prisons and possibly, to women in contact with the Criminal Justice System as well as working collaboratively with other partner organisations, criminal justice services, Ministry of Justice and HMPPS. The post holder will manage the prisons advocacy services and teams for unsentenced and sentenced women within the custodial settings at HMP Peterborough and HMP Bronzefield. She will have a great understanding of the prison systems and regime including some of the challenges faced.

She will build and maintain key relationships, partnerships and contracts with relevant partners and funders, together with the Head of Criminal Justice Services and Director of Criminal Justice Services.

She will be an inspirational leader, responsible for recruiting, developing and managing her team and will be responsible for coordinating, reporting, and the delivery of the related services as commissioned by the Ministry of Justice. She will be accountable for managing her teams safely and securely whilst carrying out all activities within the prison setting.

The post holder will be working primarily from HMP Peterborough with travel across the regions to HMP Bronzefield; twice per month. She will be working 3 days across the week, and the working days will be specified at interview.

A car may be desirable for this role, though not essential

About You:

To be successful as the Senior Service Manager for Prison Services you will need the below experience and skills:

• A thorough understanding of and knowledge of the issues relating to women in the criminal justice system
• A sound knowledge of safeguarding adult and children principles, child abuse, child protection issues and safeguarding
• Experience of working within a custodial setting
• Significant experience of working with women and/or service users with a complex range of needs, particularly within the criminal justice system, in custody and/or community.
• Experience of developing relationships with funders/commissioners and achieving required outcomes.
• Experience of implementing quality assurance frameworks, monitoring, evaluating and measuring impact.
• Strong influencing skills, enthusiasm, self-confidence, excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills , and a can do proactive solution focussed approach
• Strong negotiating skills and the ability to build strong and effective relationships and partnerships, dealing with ambiguity and resolving conflict effectively, achieving the right outcomes for the organisation, collaborating and networking.
• Able to think, act and plan strategically to develop practical and creative solutions to the management of existing and new services and complex problems that may arise while maintaining high levels of diplomacy and professionalism

How to apply:

Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered.

Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 8th September 2024

Interviews are taking place on: Interviews to take place w/c 16th September 2024

*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate.

What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:

A 35-hour working week

An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!)

Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home

Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more

Pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/adoption provision

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Employee eye-care scheme

Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles

Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation

Organisation wide away days

Thorough induction and training

Career development pathways

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Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.

Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.

Safeguarding

Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.

Are you passionate about supporting the mental health and wellbeing of young people?

Is making a difference important to you?

Do you have the skills and expertise to lead a small charity?

If so, we want to hear from you!

Off The Record South East Hampshire, a leading provider of emotional wellbeing and mental health support services for young people in the South East Hamphsire area, is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead an organisation that supports the local youth community.

Off The Record (OTR) has been active within the Havant and Portsmouth area for nearly fifty years and has a proven track record of delivering effective services through individual counselling and group work, including family counselling. The issues our young people often face include anxiety, family/friendship & relationship problems, anger, low self-esteem or mood.

The Chief Executive will be someone who has the skills and expertise to lead all aspects of the charity as it explores new directions, service lines and partnerships. The successful candidate will work with the board of trustees to help establish a community where young people are happy, independent, cherished and nurtured with a significantly improved sense of wellbeing.

We are looking for an influential and inspirational leader with a strong external focus and natural ability to engage. Excellent leadership, communication, administration, outcomes management and team-building skills are all a must.

To be considered for this post you must have proven management experience, professionalism, the ability to implement projects and plans to achieve targets and results, excellent communication skills, and the energy and commitment necessary to lead a busy charity at a key time in its development.

The successful candidate will have a strong track record of senior level operational and strategic leadership ideally, but not essentially, within the charity/social enterprise sector. You will also need experience of the financial management of an enterprise working with annual revenues in excess of £400k.

Experience in social care, well being and the mental health of young people is not essential but would also be a strong advantage.

We are looking to recruit a creative and ambitious Fundraising and Communications Manager for our community based organisation based in West London. A key focus of the role is the development of our donor management systems, event organisation, digital appeals, and corporate partnerships, whilst providing strategic oversight of the charity’s internal and external communications.

Bid-writing expertise is desirable but not essential. We are looking for a highly effective individual with demonstrable and relevant fundraising experience, as well as excellent planning, organisational and people skills. The Fundraising and Communications Manager will work alongside the Senior Leadership Team to ensure we take a strategic approach to fundraising that ensures the charity’s income will support our growth and development in the years ahead, in line with our 2030 Strategy.

This is a great opportunity to bring established skills and experience to bear in a local organisation undertaking groundbreaking work in a range of exciting areas. The Fundraising and Communications Manager will collaborate closely with the local community and a wide range of local partners and donors. Your input and collaboration will support the charity’s work developing innovative food access models and civic engagement programmes, as well as our efforts campaigning to change the policies that perpetuate poverty.

Fairhive is exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell in our search for a Financial Services Manager to join our lovely team on a permanent basis. Our mission is to provide quality homes, support people and create thriving communities. Residents are at the centre of our purpose so our income is invested back into the communities where they live. If you’re driven to make a real difference to lives and neighbourhoods then you’ll love working for us.

Managing a team of two direct reports, and a wider team of eight, this role will be responsible for the management and control of the Financial Services function. Reporting into the Assistant Director of Fnance, you will be involved in all things cashflow, rent accounting, payroll, income and expenditure, whilst also driving process automation and financial system enhancements to boost the team’s working efficiencies.

The Organisation:

Fairhive is a Community Benefit Society and not-for-profit landlord that provides 9,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and South Northamptonshire. Our 20,000 residents are at the heart of everything we do, providing good neighbourhoods and safe homes for everyone to lead fulfilling and enjoyable lives. Our services are shaped around residents and community needs and their feedback, to enable social inclusion, reduce poverty, and protect more vulnerable residents through our Welfare Help & Advice.

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

The key duties of this role are as follows:

• Work closely with the Financial Reporting Manager on the preparation of annual statutory accounts.
• Overseeing the preparation of daily and medium-term cash flows, to ensure that the Group has sufficient funds to meet obligations.
• Develop the housing management and accounting systems and associated interfaces and reports to gain maximum effectiveness.
• Review the monthly payroll reconciliations and ensure that all related returns (e.g. pension) are produced and submitted on time.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of tax compliance returns, including VAT.
• Ensure that the annual rent and service charge increase proposal is submitted to the executive management team and board for approval.
• Regularly review outputs from the accounting and related reporting systems in order to identify routine accounting matters affecting the General Ledger and its processing.
• Ensure accurate and up to date Fixed Asset registers and Assets and Liabilities Registers are maintained and are accurately reflected in the Financial Statements.
• Develop and maintain robust supplier payments and rent accounting procedures and controls.

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified as an accountant, with five years’ post-qualification experience.
• Substantial experience of managing a team of staff, including setting objectives and monitoring performance.
• A practical understanding of internal controls and experience dealing with Auditors.
• Experience of payroll systems and requirements.
• Experience of complex accounting/financial systems and proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• A high degree of initiative and innovative thinking with the ability to identify areas for improvement and implement changes.
• Experience of working in a medium-sized or large organisations in the social housing or property sectors.
• The ability to produce tax compliance returns.

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

The role of the Trusts and Grants fundraiser is to build on-going relationships with Charitable Trusts and Foundations, whether those Trusts/Foundations are local to Birmingham and the West Midlands, or based elsewhere in the U.K., so as to continue to source financial support for St Basils in terms of grants for both revenue and capital purposes.

Battersea’s Income Generation department works across the organisation to provide members of the public and organisations with opportunities to engage with Battersea and to support our work. Through our hard work, Battersea is able to make sure we can be here for every cat and dog, now and in the future. Our talented and award-winning team is vibrant and ambitious, and it’s an exciting time to work at one of the country’s most loved and best known animal charities.

We are looking for someone to join our Public Fundraising Team as an Event Project Manager, to independently manage and have overall responsibility for leading on the planning and delivery of a pilot bespoke running event happening in May 2025.

The ideal candidate will have experience of project managing large-scale events with exceptional organisational skills; developing multi-channel marketing plans; developing and delivering complex stewardship journeys, and have strong relationship management skills. You will need to have a full, valid UK driving license.

Please note that this is a 9-month opportunity, of 21 hours per week.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 1st September 2024
Interview date(s): 9th - 10th September 2024

For full details, please download our recruitment pack.

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Stock & Retail Supervisor in our Retail team at St Joseph’s Hospice.

We are looking for someone who has exceptional retail experience to work 4 days a week, including weekends. The successful applicant will have retail experience, brand, and fashion knowledge, will be able to drive sales through commercial awareness and will be a team player who will support volunteers to be able to maximise donation sales.

About You

You will need:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• To oversee donation bins daily from the public which are then sorted and distributed to our three existing shops.
• Knowledge of brands and fashion.
• Sourcing and processing sufficient donations of the appropriate quality to keep all shops fully stocked, through door to door and clothing bank collections.
• Maximise donated stock, understand brands and fashion.
• Work closely with the senior retail team and shop supervisor to understand their stock requirements and be responsible for overseeing the maintenance of our van.

Why work for us

• Continuation of NHS Pension Scheme or an excellent salary-exchange pension scheme.
• 27 days' holiday plus public holidays, increasing up to 33 days with service.
• Season ticket/Welfare loans.
• Subsidised café and early access to retail sale events.
• Santander cycles discount and cycle to work scheme.
• Health Cash Plan and access to the EAP services.
• Join St Joseph’s team and find out more.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the ‘Apply’ button.

Closing date: Sunday 8th September 2024.

We are an equal opportunities and a disability confident employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 

Salary - £50,000-£60,000 based on experience 

Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust (DCTT) are looking for a committed and highly motivated CEO, who is confident and excited about leading an ambitious and award-winning Charitable Trust and Cultural Heritage attraction. We have been in operation over 60 years, caring for and engaging the public with ancient scheduled monuments and industrial heritage, waterways and mines, by offering educational and entertaining guided boat trips underground below the heart of Dudley.

In recent years we have expanded our offer to include catering, retail, and special events, as well as offering a range of local community initiatives and events to ensure everyone can engage with our unique underground site and offer. 

Our organisation is supported by a dedicated team of staff and trustees. We also work closely with neighbouring attractions, stakeholders, and partners such as Canal & River Trust and Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, as well as tourism and destination marketing organisations. 

You will be driven by a desire to work with our team, partners, and trustees to ensure the success of the charity, as well as develop its forward-looking plans and activities to ensure its ongoing sustainability and development. 

Responsibilities 

• Strategic Leadership: Providing visionary leadership and direction for the charity. 

• Team Management: Motivating and leading the staff to achieve our mission and objectives. 

• Financial Management: Forecasting and monitoring financial activities, and seeking funding opportunities. 

• Legislation Compliance: Ensuring compliance with numerous external body requirements. 

• Board Support: Supporting and working with the volunteer board of Trustees. 

• Representation: Acting as the primary spokesperson for DCTT to supporters, partners, and industry specialists and organisations. 

• Guardianship: Ensuring the care and conservation of assets and the Ancient Scheduled Monuments, which are part of the UNESCO Black Country Geo Park. 

• Networking: Liaising with and representing our charity and attraction within regional and wider networks, making connections and forging collaborations with a range of supporters, funders and advocates for DCTT. 

Person Specification 

The successful candidate should have the following attributes & skills: 

A proven track record of leadership, in an organisation with a turnover around £1 million.

Experience of working with a volunteer Board.

Experience of business objective delivery.

Experience of team management.

Expertise in developing and managing budgets.

Experience of developing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators.

Exceptional communication and advocacy skills.

Familiarity with charity governance, charity law, company legislation and health & safety.

Ability to think creatively and be a sound problem solver.

Demonstrate sound judgement, in strategy, leadership and management.

The ability to control personal time management and to effectively delegate.

Show commitment to our vision, mission and aims.

An ambitious and energetic leader who can see opportunities, and prepared to roll-up their sleeves when needed. 

The role is full time, 37.5 hrs per week, primarily office based in Dudley with the option for occasional work from home and flexible working as required, which will include some weekends, evenings and bank holidays. 

The Trust offers 28 days paid holiday and a contributory NEST Pension Scheme. 

The Board of Trustees are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community. 

Hybrid working is available for this role. Full details to be discussed at the interview stage

About us

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

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

About the role

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

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

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

About you

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

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

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

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

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

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.

Primary location of role and hybrid working

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

When applying

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

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

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

Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday 10 September 2024

Interview date: Week commencing 23 September 2024 via Microsoft Teams

Do you work in an information, advice, guidance, or a support setting? If so we’d like to hear from you! We are looking for an individual who is passionate about welfare rights and supporting students. Being a Senior Advisor at the University of Manchester Students’ Union is all about empowering students to exercise their rights and options if they encounter problems during their time at university.

The Students’ Union Advice Service supports a student population of over 40000 with case numbers averaging over 3000 per year. You’ll be giving one-to-one advice on academic issues, housing, money issues and student life. You’ll enjoy this role if you’re interested in the law and getting to grips with regulations, policies and procedures, so you can help people to understand their rights and challenge poor practice. Through your work you will directly contribute to the Students’ Union strategic theme that students feel well supported. As a Senior Advisor, you’ll also be there to ensure we are providing a great experience service.

We are looking for someone who will be able to support students professionally and with a high level of empathy. Our Advice Service is used by students who are facing difficult or complex circumstances including mental ill health, disabilities, financial hardship or who have experienced sexual violence or domestic abuse. As a Senior Advisor, you will be able to respond sensitively and compassionately to students in distress or facing crisis and will have an ability to give practical and emotional support. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Alongside maintaining advice provision, the Senior Advisor will contribute to the management of the service. We believe in improvement and progression, and we want our Service to be the best it can be for students. The Senior Advisor will help us achieve this through taking initiative, problem solving and making decisions on day-to-day operational issues and duty management of the service, as well as making wider improvements to service policy, processes, and systems. This role will really suit you if you’re enthusiastic and approachable and would enjoy speaking to students and our stakeholders in a variety of settings.

You’ll be working with a supportive team, and we ensure that there are regular opportunities for reflection and support for wellbeing, including access to external restorative supervision with an independent practitioner. You’ll have access to training and continuing professional development across the range of advice we offer to help you excel as a Senior Advisor.

If you like a challenge, enjoy problem solving, working independently and thrive in a setting where no two days are the same, then this is the role for you, and we’d love to hear from you.

Setting direction. Meeting targets. Implanting endless pride.  

£55,000 - £65,000 plus

Reports to: Head of Strategy

Directorate: Strategy & Philanthropy

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time 35 hours per week (Will consider flexible working requests such as compressed hours e.g. 9 > 10 day week)

Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)

Closing date: 01 September 2024 23:55

This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. 

Recruitment process: 2 stage interview process

Interview date: First stage w/c 23rd September, 2nd stage w/c 30th September

Please note: Cancer Research UK can consider visa sponsorship for this vacancy. If this applies to you, please ensure that this is clearly marked on your application.

Cancer Research UK's mission is to bring about a world where everybody can lead longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.

We are looking for a Senior Strategy Manager to join our in-house Strategy Team

The Strategy Team supports leaders at Cancer Research UK to set the long-term strategic direction for the organisation, to make choices about its future, and co-ordinate its plans - to help beat cancer, faster. We bring insight, structure and creativity to complex issues and have a strong focus on learning and development.

As a Senior Strategy Manager, you will work closely with senior leadership teams including Council, Executive Board and other key stakeholders, leading projects to develop and assess options for how Cancer Research UK could evolve to more effectively deliver its mission. It's an exciting time to join the team as we get ready to review our 10-year .

We are the world's largest independent cancer research organisation, with 4000+ staff bringing in £700m+ revenue through a world-class fundraising and philanthropy operation and a network of 550+ shops. Our income enables us to fund scientific research through a network of 4000+ scientists, 90 research institutions and global partnerships. We also use evidence to influence public policy and to provide information to patients. Through our commercial arm - Cancer Research Horizons - we invest and partner to take scientific breakthroughs from the lab to the bedside, translating them into effective treatments and diagnostics for cancer patients.

We are looking for candidates who are excited and motivated to work across the full breadth and variety of all that Cancer Research UK does. You'll be an experienced strategy professional with a background of working with senior leaders as well as developing strategy at pace, for example through consulting experience or an in-house strategy role. Ideally you will have experience and interest in one of the following: fundraising/not for profits, pharma/life sciences, healthcare.

What will I be doing?

• Manage and deliver strategic projects and programmes of work from initial scoping through to making recommendations and handover to delivery teams

• Identify key strategic questions and decisions and drive clarity on project scope and frame

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis and research to understand and explore the strategic questions,

• Synthesise insights into clear and actionable business recommendations and work directly with senior stakeholders to communicate them

• Prepare impactful papers and presentations for a variety of stakeholder groups, including Executive and Trustee meetings

• Contribute to an outward-looking culture, helping identify and understand shifts in the external landscape and their strategic implications

• Build and develop internal and external relationships with stakeholders and networks

What are you looking for?

• Experience of developing strategy at pace - leading, managing and delivering strategic projects and programmes of work from initial scoping through to making recommendations and handover to delivery teams - supported by strong project management and planning skills

• Excellent oral, written communication & presentation skills, with the ability to interpret and explain information clearly, and in a way that delivers actionable insight

• A strategic thinker, interpreting complex information, putting it in context and having a clear view of the "big picture", utilising data analysis, sound financial and business acumen, and logical reasoning to manage complex trade-offs and support your conclusions.

• Numerate, financially literate and comfortable with data modelling and data analysis, with the ability to make complex data easily understood

• A lateral and creative thinker in tackling complex tasks using own initiative

• Well-developed interpersonal skills and be able to interact confidently with senior stakeholders and colleagues, specifically with Executive Directors and other senior stakeholders

• Comfortable with working flexibly and in a rapidly changing working environment. A strong team player, able to work independently, lead, support and coach more junior team members, listen and collaborate - within and outside of the Strategy team.

Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.

Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination

Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism

Human: Act to have a positive impact on people

Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively

We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.

If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you.

What will I gain?

We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.

You can explore our benefits by visiting our .

How do I apply?

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.

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