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At St Stephen’s we are ambitious to reach as many children as possible with the good news of Jesus and then to enable them to grow as disciples. We already have a thriving Kids & Families ministry and work in local primary schools, but we know there is so much more that God is calling us to in this next season.
Might you be the person to help us with this?
The Associate Children’s Pastor will be vital in enabling this growth to happen by working alongside the Children’s Pastor, Lauren Goodall, taking responsibility for certain areas of the ministry as well as developing new initiatives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
Family Action is a registered charity, building stronger families since 1869. Today we work with more than 60,000 families in over 150 community based services, as well as supporting thousands more through national programmes and grants. We transform lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Project Indigo, an LGBTQIA+ youth project run out of Off Centre at Family Action that fosters a safe space and sense of community amongst LGBTQIA+ young people in Hackney. We support young people aged 16 to 25 through offering them a weekly facilitated social space and 1-to-1 support and advice sessions. Having run for almost a decade, Project Indigo is well known in Hackney, and works alongside local LGBTQIA+ projects, as well as mental health and youth services. Project Indigo maintains a youth-led and person-centred approach, with this role being developed in consultation with our members to address the barriers they face in accessing sensitive therapeutic support.
We are seeking a motivated and empathetic counsellor/psychotherapist to offer therapeutic support to members of Project Indigo, our LGBTQIA+ youth group. The counsellor will make a positive impact and expand Project Indigo’s offer to include 1-to-1 counselling, including sessions up to 24 weeks and therapeutic drop-ins.
Off Centre is a service that provides a range of targeted mental health focused support services to young people aged 16 to 25 who registered with a City and Hackney GP. These include: individual, counselling and psychotherapy, individual and group art psychotherapy, key-work support, out of hours drop-in service on Thursday evenings, targeted provision for children and young people of African, Caribbean and mixed heritage (ACH), and an Information and Advice provision.
Main Responsibilities:
· You will provide affirmative therapeutic support to our LGBTQIA+ young people who identify under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella or are exploring their sexual orientation or gender identity; including 1-to-1 therapeutic support, sessions up to 24 weeks and therapeutic drop-ins.
· You will enrich Project Indigo’s holistic offer by providing a safe, confidential and affirmative therapeutic space for our members; supporting young people with a range of difficult life and/or mental health issues, which may include bereavement, domestic violence, relationship difficulties, sexual abuse and trauma.
· You will maintain an in-depth knowledge of issues facing young LGBTQIA+ people, in particular trans and gender diverse people, and will have clinical experience working with this group.
· You will maintain an understanding of LGBTQIA+ identities, as well as intersectionality and the multiple oppressions faced by our diverse group members, in particular racialised, neurodivergent and/or trans and non-binary people.
· You will address the diverse needs of our young people by maintaining an intersectional and person-centred approach.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
· You are BACP /UKCP (or equivalent) registered with proven experience of working affirmatively with LGBTQIA+ young people in a clinical setting and/or evidence of in-depth knowledge of how to support LGBTQIA+ young people, in particular trans and gender diverse young people.
· You are empathetic with a good understanding of the social and political issues impacting LGBTQIA+ young people.
· You identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community in line with Project Indigo’s peer-led service model.*
· You have an understanding of risk management, with the ability to act in accordance with local and organisational safeguarding policies.
· You have the ability to organise workload, meet competing priorities and flexibility to adapt to changing work schedules.
· You have the ability to build positive relationships, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and teams.
· You are committed to equal opportunities, diversity and equality.
· You have the ability to align with and support Family Action’s mission and values.
· Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
*In accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the successful candidate to identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days, rising each April by one day, subject to a maximum of 30 working days plus bank holidays
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers, and cycle to work scheme
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
· Closing Date : Thursday 24th October 2024 at 23:59
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and Family Action has a Trans, Intersex and Non-Binary Inclusion Policy. Also, we welcome applications from disabled individuals, and those from ethnically diverse communities because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum scoring criteria and we will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an in person interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
An exciting opportunity for a proactive communications professional to join our team.
We're looking for an ideas person, able work quickly and without assistance to source London, higher education and research content, and to deliver this to a wide range of audiences across different media, as well as to further develop our current campaigns, website reach and social media channels.
We're looking for someone who is happy networking, to help us discover further opportunities for us to get our work out there. Experience in dealing with media and members' communications teams is essential. Ultimately, the Head of Communications is there to ensure that London Higher is engaging with its key stakeholders regularly, positively and consistently.
About London Higher
We are the membership organisation for universities and higher education institutions across the capital. As the largest representative body of its kind in England, London Higher represents the full diversity of the capital’s higher vibrant education sector, from small, specialist conservatoires and research institutes to large, multi-faculty universities.
We have three divisions: London Higher, London AccessHE and London Healthcare & Medicine. Each division has its own membership.
London’s universities and higher education colleges are powerful engines of economic growth, collectively educating over 507,000 students, employing over 223,000 people across all sectors of the UK economy and generating over £27bn in economic impact.
At London Higher, we are the place where London’s higher education institutions come together to unleash the collective power of London’s higher education sector for the benefit of our capital and country.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are delighted to be working with Katharine House Hospice Trust who, in partnership with the Oxford University Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust, provide specialist palliative care for adults with an incurable illness across Oxfordshire and South Northamptonshire. At Katharine House, the care is delivered by a multi-professional team who have specialised in this field and take a holistic approach, considering physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs.
The charity is seeking a Director of Finance and Resources who will be a key member of the Hospice’s Senior Leadership Team and instrumental in helping to shape the organisation’s strategic direction.
The postholder will be responsible for the effective financial management of the Charity, including robust assessment of risk, providing sound financial advice to the Board of Trustees and Senior Leadership Team.
The successful individual will demonstrate the following skills and experience:
- A fully qualified accountant, (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent higher degree in finance
- Demonstrable understanding of Charity SORP accounting
- Ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team
- Strategy and change management
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Whilst the postholder’s key qualification and skill will be as a qualified accountant, the role is designed to be a broad leadership role. As such, it includes operational oversight of estates/facilities, health and safety and IT provision, where the post holder will be active across the organisation, driving efficiencies and organisational effectiveness.
A motivational and compassionate leader, the post holder will inspire colleagues to constantly strive for continuous improvement, aiming to deliver an outstanding service.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your CV and supporting statement, to Sandra Smith, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Closing date for applications: 10 November 2024
First Interview dates: 26 and 27 November 2024
Second Interview dates: 4 December (PM) and 6 December (AM)
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by 15 November, prior to shortlisting on the 18 November
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the Role:
As Head of Digital Mobilisation and Engagement, you'll lead a dedicated team of digital experts to implement the charity's innovative strategy and oversee the digital mobilisation programme. Your expertise in social media, email, website, content, paid media, and digital tactics will be instrumental in achieving their goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the charity's digital engagement and mobilisation efforts.
- Implement the Digital Engagement and Mobilisation Strategy.
- Oversee digital channels, including the website, social media, and email communications.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop and deliver a supporter mobilisation programme.
- Work closely with Fundraising teams to support income growth through digital channels.
- Oversee the Digital Engagement and Mobilisation Team.
- Collaborate across the Fundraising and Communications leadership team.
- Oversee production of high-quality digital content.
- Deliver significant growth in engagement with new audiences.
- Use digital to help deliver key strategic priorities.
- Manage budgets and ensure strong financial reporting.
- Report and action insights to improve programme performance.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
- Enhance personal capability through continuous development.
- Ensure data security and confidentiality.
About You:
- Substantial experience leading and managing digital teams.
- Proven track record of developing and delivering effective digital strategies.
- Deep knowledge of digital engagement, campaigning, and fundraising.
- Strong expertise in digital platforms and technologies.
- Excellent data literacy and analytical skills.
- Experience in agile management processes.
- Ability to manage budgets and financial planning.
- Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative approach.
- Passion for making a positive impact.
What’s On Offer:
- An initial 3-6-month contract, 4 days per week.
- A flexible working set up/ some travel to the charity's office in London.
- A day rate of up to £231.15 PAYE per day (£205.57 daily rate + £25.58 daily holiday pay)
Note: Whilst we do our best to get back to every application, due to the volume of interest this is not always possible.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Mental Health Support Worker
We are looking for values driven Mental Health Support Workers / Personal Assistants who always go the extra mile and love what they do!
We are looking to add to an already amazing team in Preston so they can continue to create happy and fulfilling lives for the people supported.
Position: Mental Health Support Workers / Personal Assistants
Location: Samlesbury, Preston.
Salary: £25,028.64-£26,071.50 per year
Contract: Permanent, 16 – 40 per week
About the role:
Working for an organisation that is rated by employees as 4.5 stars on Indeed, their values are: Put People First, Be Transparent, Go the Extra Mile, Be Creative, Be Adaptable.
This is a rewarding and exciting opportunity to join the team in Preston!
In this active role you will help and support with personal care duties, household chores and meal preparation. A good sense of humour is essential for this role as the people supported will keep you on your toes and always try to amuse you.
About you:
To be successful in this role you must be caring, have good communication and have the ability to adapting changing health needs. You will be fully flexible so we can continue to support people around the clock.
Due to the nature of the role you will need to have a UK or International manual driving license.
All successful candidates will be required to complete a fully paid induction, including travel expenses, which will take place at either Stanley Grange, Samlesbury (PR5) or Chadderton (OL9). This is a 9 day induction over 2-3 weeks and we require all successful applicants to attend all days.
In return:
- Waking Nights salary - £30,033
- Competitive salary
- Double time for Christmas & New Years
- Full & part time contracted hours available
- £350 refer a friend scheme
- Fully paid induction including travel expenses
- Paid DBS check
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Whilst experience is not required we very much welcome previous experience of working with adults with learning disabilities, Outreach Support Worker, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurses, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, Mental Health Care Worker, Voluntary Worker. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
I’m partnering with an international animal welfare charity, to find their new Communications Officer, who will deliver and support the charity’s press, communications and campaigns projects. In this remote based role (with ad-hoc travel to London), you will ensure their work is in the global news agenda, raising awareness and understanding and generating income activities for the charity.
The Communications Officer will deliver local, national and international PR, both online and offline, and will report into their newly appointed Head of Communications and Campaigns.
If you have the following experience, I’d love to hear from you;
- Knowledge of charity/ not for profit communications
- Knowledge of the UK media environment (including print, broadcast and digital)
- Experience working in a busy press or comms environment
- An experienced writer, who can produce persuasive engaging copy
- Experience of writing for the web and social media
- An understanding of international development issues is highly desirable
If you want to join a forward-thinking, growing organisation, please get in touch!
- Salary £33,000
- Full-time, permanent
- 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Flexible working styles
- Remote based with travel to London head office (roughly twice a month) when required
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, please get in touch for more information today!
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Harris Hill are thrilled to be working with a social welfare charity with a focus on the armed forces, find a new Corporate Partnerships Executive.
Title: Corporate Partnerships Executive
Hours: Full time, permanent. Flexible working hours available
Salary: £34,500
Location: At least 2 days per week in their London office
Closing date: Friday 25th August
Interviews will be on Thursday 7th November
What this role entails?
- Support the delivery of benefits, reporting and communications to existing corporate supporters.
- Identify opportunities to add value to existing supporters and increase income.
- Manage relationships with select corporate partners, helping to develop and delivering on partnership plans.
- Identify and research prospective corporate supporters, contributing to the continuing development of a strong pipeline of potential supporters.
- With the support of the Corporate Partnerships Manager, engage prospective supporters,developing and delivering on cultivation plans.
To be successful in this role:
- Corporate or Major Donor Fundraising experience as part of a fundraising team.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact and work effectively with all elements of the Charity and supporters.
- A self-starter, proactive, collegiate, with drive and commitment.
To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and person specification, please email Hannah at Harris Hill on or call her on 02078207331.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Harris Hill are delighted to be working with an international animal charity to recruit their new Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships.
As the Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships you will pro-actively develop and implement a strategy to grow fundraised income from major donors, corporates and trusts and foundations. You will also manage the legacy marketing programme.
Key responsibilities will include;
Leading on the development and operational delivery of the philanthropy and fundraising partnerships strategy across high value income streams.
- Leading on maintaining relationships with existing high-value donors and funders, through exemplary stewardship
- Overseeing the continued development and growth of a global legacy programme, including the production of legacy mailings, telemarketing, offline and digital advertising.
- Developing and managing a yearly activity plan for the Philanthropy and Fundraising Partnerships team within and agreed budget
- Providing supportive and dynamic line management for members of your team, including facilitating regular supervision meetings and supporting personal development and training
This position would ideally suit a candidate with;
- Excellent knowledge of high-value donor, trusts, corporate and legacy fundraising strategies and activities.
- Comprehensive understanding of fundraising techniques, including audience and donor segmentation, analytical modelling and the use of insight to drive performance.
- Demonstrable experience of managing fundraising or income-generating campaigns, nationally and internationally, including in coalition with other organisations where applicable
- Experience of managing and overseeing high-value giving, legacies, trusts, statutory and corporate fundraising programmes and activities, to maximise income.
- Experience of developing new products/activities and taking them to market.
- Knowledge of global animal welfare, within an international development context would be beneficial
This position can be hybrid or largely remote with travel to the London head office as required.
Applications for this position will be reviewed and interviewed on a rolling basis so please apply now for more information and next steps.
For more information about this position and next steps please apply here now.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Harris Hill are delighted to be partnering with a national veterans charity in their search for a Trust and Corporate Fundraising Manager.
As Trust and Corporate Fundraising Manager, you will support the development and delivery of the fundraising plan, proactively researching and pursuing new income opportunities, with targets for fundraising applications to trusts & foundations, military charities, and corporate foundations. You will develop strategic and collaborative relationships with funders to maximise income and ensure excellent supporter care. You will write and submit compelling, evidence-based funding applications, targeted to the priorities and criteria of the funder. You will also provide excellent stewardship of all funders, building on the existing stewardship framework.
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- A strong track record of achieving fundraising targets, with demonstrable experience in grant fundraising, charitable foundations, corporate foundations, lottery or statutory sources.
- Excellent research and prospecting skills to create a pipeline of relevant opportunities.
- Proven ability to tailor and personalise applications and presentations that reflect the individual priorities of the funders whilst accurately and clearly describing our work and impact.
- Demonstrable stewardship experience, with the ability to manage and prioritise a portfolio of supporters working to deadlines and agreed targets.
If this role sounds of interest to you and you want to have a chat and review the full job description, please do contact Dominic at Harris Hill on [email protected] or call him on 020 7820 7332.
Salary: £40,000
2 year Fixed-Term contract, Full-time
Location: Richmond with hybrid working or remote
Deadline - Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please send your CV to Dominic ASAP.
Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships
Let's make every day a chance to create a brighter future for the next generation!
Would you like to be part of the coolest team in town, collaborating with our Outreach and Marketing legends and our friendly customer service team here at The Prince’s Trust? Together, we'll ensure that our young people get onboarded and engaged in our programmes safely and with style.
Dive deep to uncover any barriers that stand in their way, helping to remove those barriers to enable them to shine and propelling them on their journey towards amazing outcomes. Responsible for a group of young people, for one-on-one support and guidance or just gently pointing them in the right direction. You'll be on a mission to assist with travel expenses and find clever ways to handle their other commitments. You'll champion their support and learning needs with employers, and you'll be the ultimate liaison, working alongside partners like the job centre to ensure that nothing stands in the way of their success!
You’ll also be the guiding light for our delivery partners and service providers as we want them to deliver the best experience and outcomes for our young people. High-fives all around! Roll up your sleeves and deliver employability sessions directly to our incredible young people. You'll also help our Delivery Partners and volunteers do the same, both in person and virtually through our trusty MS Teams. When we're doing things face-to-face, you’ll need to hit the road and be there in person to help with programme delivery or programme visits to make sure all is running as smoothly as possible.
And if that’s not enough to keep you busy, you’ll also be keeping meticulous records of information and data on our young people, volunteers, and partners. It's all about making sure every step of their journey is accurately reflected in our systems so that it complies with our funding contracts.
We are a massive advocate of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion so it would be amazing if you could lead the charge in creating an environment where everyone feels seen, by implementing a local action plan that supports our big-picture EDI goals. Let's make positive change happen!
Be ready for anything and everything. Alongside all these fantastic responsibilities, you might find yourself wearing different hats and rocking them like a pro, this could even include deputising when the need arises.
Join the Princes Trust Team and let’s make magic happen!
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Step Up Hub
Established in 1996, Step Up Hub is a grassroots charity in the London Borough of Brent dedicated to addressing the root causes and consequences of poverty and inequality within disadvantaged communities, especially within the global majority. It offers an array of services covering welfare, education, training and skills development, as well as on mental health, cost of living, and physical wellbeing. It adopts a whole village approach in its work and values working together to secure a shared sustainable future for all.
‘I AM Brent’ consortium
Step Up Hub leads a consortium, known as I AM Brent, that consists of six well-respected local charities who are working together to address the root causes and effects of violence affecting young people in the London Borough of Brent.
Programme Description
The programme is part of the Mayor of London’s flagship violence reduction programme, known as MyEnds. It is a place-based violence reduction initiative that adopts a public health approach. The consortium is providing an array of positive opportunities for young people and support for families, including through tailored interventions. The programme also aims to improve statutory and voluntary organisation networks and access to referral, and to ensure the voices of young people and community members are built into provision. The work is focused on the Church Road Estate, Stonebridge Estate, St Raphael’s Estate, Chalkhill Estate and Harlesden Town Centre areas.
The Role of the Community Engagement Lead
The Community Engagement Lead will be a key member of the team delivering the I AM Brent MyEnds programme. They will develop and maintain strong relationships with the breadth of young and older community members, and local businesses to conduct community engagement. They will subscribe to the values of co-production and work positively in accordance with I AM Brent’s Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding, Data Protection and Health and Safety policies.
In addition, the Community Engagement Lead will:
· act as the primary contact for requests from the community for information about I AM Brent’s services and events,
· disseminate to the community information about I AM Brent’s services, community fund, and events,
· organise, and support the delivery of, community engagement events, youth forums and community forums,
· encourage community participation,
· provide status reports regarding upcoming community outreach, engagement, events, and initiatives to consortium members and community members, and provide end of community activity reports to the Programme Manager,
· summarise views of community members about their needs and ideas to improve safety,
· signpost community members to support following outreach activities,
· process referrals to the I AM Brent programme,
· support the organisation and administration of talks at community centres, places of worship, and community events, on supporting young people’s safety,
· support the organisation and administration of parenting programmes,
· represent I AM Brent and Step Up Hub at meetings, forums, roundtable discussions and related events,
· help recruit and line manage community volunteers.
The Community Engagement Lead will be supported by the I AM Brent MyEnds Programme Manager, Step Up Hub senior leadership team and consortium members, and will work closely with I AM Brent’s Network and Communications Lead.
We are proud to be partnering with an education focused charity that work with social entrepreneurs, organisations and philanthropists that share their vision to ensure young from lower socio-economic backgrounds are given opportunities in education and beyond, helping them reach their true potential
As the Foundation prepares to recruit its third cohort of Scholars, we need an organised and proactive individual to take on the administrative work needed to support their growth. You will work closely with the Head of Strategy and Operations on a day-to-day basis to ensure the Foundation’s operational functions run smoothly. This role will initially be offered on a temp basis for a minimum of 3 months with potential to become permanent. You will be required to work in their London office on Tuesdays and Thursdays with 3 days working from home.
Your role will include minuting meetings, diary management, booking travel and accommodation for the team, applicants and Scholars, and overseeing expenses claims for applicants and Scholars. Your role will include supporting assessment centres across the UK. You will work collaboratively with the wider team in support of their recruitment campaigns, assessment centres and events, and play a key role in their work to ensure family income is not a barrier to postgraduate study.
Key Responsibilities:
• Book online and in-person meetings for the CEO and Head of Strategy and Operations as necessary, including communicating with external stakeholders
• Book travel and accommodation for the team, Board members and other stakeholders as necessary
• Schedule Advisory Board meetings
• Schedule Student Advisory Board meetings
• Minute meetings ranging from quarterly Advisory Board to weekly Team meetings, and provide high quality notes and actions log to support smooth running of the organisation Expenses management
• Take on the administration of applicant and Scholar expenses in collaboration with Programme Officer and Purposeful Ventures’ finance team
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a call to brief you on the role. We are looking forward to connecting with you.
Prospectus is excited to be partnering with the RSPCA in the search for a new Philanthropy Lead to join their collaborative and ambitious Philanthropy and Partnerships team.
RSPCA is the largest animal welfare charity in the UK supporting the rescue and welfare of all animals whether they live in homes, farms, labs, or in the wild. With a wide range of activity to achieve this including, animal rescue, campaigning, supporting industries to end cruel practices that cause harm to animals, shifting the understanding of how animals and people are connected, and much more.
As the Philanthropy Lead, you will be responsible for generating income from new relationships with high-net-worth individuals and trusts and foundations. Focusing on securing six and seven figure gifts from high value donors, this role will look to achieve this through new relationships. With some exciting projects and campaigns upcoming, there will be some excellent and tangible engagement points to interact with donors on. With support from the team and a prospect research function, this role will truly get to focus on lead generation and relationship building.
To be successful as the Philanthropy Lead you will be experienced in building upon existing and new relationships with high-net-worth individuals or trusts and foundations. You will be able to demonstrate securing gifts or income from individuals of a six or seven figure level. This person can come from a commercial background, but ideally they will have some understanding of the charity sector or fundraising.
This role is a full-time permanent position that will have hybrid working in the London offices one day per week. The salary for this role is £60,000 to £65,000.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know if we can help you with the application process in any way. We are more than happy to make any reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. If you have any disability and would like assistance with completing an application then please contact Rhiannon Mehta at Prospectus.
If you are interested in applying to this Philanthropy Lead position, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You’ll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are delighted to be working with Valley Leisure Ltd (VLL), an independent charitable trust, with a 35-year history of improving people’s health & wellbeing. Due to retirement, VLL are looking for a new Head of Finance, providing a great opportunity for a qualified accountant to lead on the strategic and operational financial management of the charity.
As an income generating charity, with little reliance on grants of funding, VLL deliver their charitable objectives whilst being commercially minded. With values that align with those of VLL, you will be experienced in all aspects of finance, a qualified accountant (or part-qualified with relevant experience) with a passion for improving health and wellbeing in the community. With one direct report, you will play a pivotal part in an experienced and established Senior Leadership Team and a wider, collaborative and energetic team.
With strong leadership qualities you will:
- Be a qualified accountant or part-qualified with relevant experience (CIMA/CIPFA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent) with strategic and operational finance management experience, including financial process, income and expenditure management, reporting, year-end, audit, statutory and management account production, establishing and monitoring effective financial controls.
- Understand the charity environment and wider landscape, with a successful track record of working with a Trustee Board or a leadership team.
- Demonstrate experience of costing projects with a full-cost recovery approach as well as a high level of IT competency, including the use of Technology, Microsoft Office and SAGE
- Up-to-date knowledge of charity SORP regulations and requirements, and experience of payroll and pensions is desirable.
Responsible for the VLL’s day to day finances, you will have a hands-on approach, excellent time management skills, and able to work to tight deadlines in order to make an active contribution to the success and growth of the charity.
For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Location: Andover / Hybrid with regular remote working to be agreed
Closing date: 1 November 2024
Interviews will take place on: 19th 20th and 21st of November