Event Manager Jobs in London
We are the charity who look after and bring to life 2,000 miles of waterways across England and Wales, because we believe that life is better by water. Every role across the Trust plays its part in transforming our canals and rivers into spaces where local people want to spend time and feel better, bringing wellbeing benefits to millions.
We’re looking for an Enterprise Manager to join our London & South East regional team. You will cover waterways from the busy Regents Canal, Lee Navigation, parts of the Grand Union Canal and Oxford Canal. Our miles of canal provide active travel corridors, opportunities for our communities to improve their wellbeing and blue-green wildlife habitats.
As Enterprise Manager, you will secure external funding through partnerships and bid writing, and support delivery of projects which ‘transform places and enrich lives’. You will work with internal and external stakeholders to develop potential projects in line with our strategic priorities and be responsible for securing funding to make them happen. You will support our Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle from inception to closure in line with the Trust’s financial reporting process, acting as first point of contact for external funders throughout. You will also act as point of contact and support project development for third parties carrying out active travel and public realm improvements on our land.
At any given time, you will hold a portfolio of varied projects, from towpath and access improvements, as well as habitat improvements, community engagement and heritage conservation.
Location
The role will be based working from home, with the allocation of a nearby Hub for collaborative working in Little Venice. Travel required within the region for site visits, media calls, social media moments, events and meetings.
It is therefore essential that you are able to effectively work from home, whilst also having the flexibility to be mobile when necessary.
Canal & River Trust have a flexible working policy and are open to considering part-time applicants.
Knowledge, Skills/Qualifications & Experience
Key responsibilities:
- To support activity and work in the region by securing funding for a range of strategic priorities.
- To represent and promote the work of the Trust to key external stakeholders, Government departments, regional agencies, lottery distributors, key statutory funders, trusts and foundations, charitable trusts and other regional and sub-regional partnerships.
- To develop and manage relationships with statutory, charitable, and key partners.
- Lead or contribute to partnerships that generate resources that further to the region’s delivery of waterway maintenance and health and wellbeing outcomes.
- Manage the financial aspects of projects and the funding risks of externally funded projects throughout the entire project lifecycle.
- To be responsible for output, outcome and impact monitoring and reporting.
- To keep abreast of the funding environment to enable rapid reaction to emerging opportunities.
- Display the Trust values and behaviours at all times.
- Ensure that diversity and inclusion are integrated into all aspects of Trust life and promote inclusion by challenging behaviour, practices, actions, or decisions that are counter to the objectives of the Trust’s policies and values.
About you:
This role is based with our London & Southeast team, and we are looking for someone with particular experience and developed networks across this region.Our successful Enterprise Manager may previously have worked in roles such as Partnerships Manager, Development Manager, Fundraising Manager, Partnerships & Fundraising Manager, and will ideally have good knowledge and confidence in identifying and successfully bidding for project funding via government departments, regional agencies, statutory funders, and charitable trusts. Prior experience of statutory funded active travel schemes is desirable.
Technical:
- A proven track record of developing and writing successful funding bids.
- Knowledge of funding environments, including lottery distributors, key statutory funders, trusts and foundations, charitable trusts.
- Experience of strategic relationship, partnership development and management.
- Innovation and creativity, to develop projects from concept to delivery and to match trust priorities with funding.
- Budget and project management experience with the ability to manage financial risk.
- Experience of financial reporting
General:
- Ability to influence, persuade and negotiation skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills – strong presenter.
- Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- A collaborative team player.
Valid driving licence as your work will require you to reach locations not easily reached by public transport. Access to a vehicle is essential.
Interviews: Initial interviews will be conducted virtually.
What We Offer
In adition to your annual salary of £39,588, we also offer a Car Cash Allowance (£425 per month), an Inner London Allowance (£4,000), a competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, and numerous other employee benefits, including several salary sacrifice benefits.
- Competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, where we will double your contribution to a maximum of 10%.
- 25 days paid holiday (plus paid Bank Holidays), increasing to 30 days after 5 years.
- Home working status with ‘hub’ facilities available should you need the flexibility to work outside of home.
- Annual £200 personal learning & growth award to spend on any learning related activity.
- Free access to specialist counselling on a range of issues, e.g. health, financial, well-being and domestic matters.
- Access to a range of employee benefits including store discounts, boating holiday discounts and holiday purchase scheme.
- 2 days paid volunteering leave per annum, allowing you to volunteer for a local community project etc.
- Free fishing facilities across our canal network.
At the Trust we care passionately for our waterways, and as importantly, for those who look after and use them. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do as a Trust. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we are a part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community.
All candidates will be treated on the basis of their merits, skills and abilities and solely by being assessed against the requirements for the job.
When you join the Canal & River Trust you become a member of an engaged team working to preserve our heritage for future generations. Come and share your passion and knowledge with a team that makes a difference to millions of people every day.
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CISV International are looking for an experienced administrator to join the Risk Management and Safeguarding team as the Risk Management Support Officer.
The role will focus on supporting the International Risk Management and Safeguarding Lead and the Safeguarding Support Officer to handle the smooth running of the department as well as to help develop the Risk Management provision for our global members.
The key responsibilities of this role include:
- Leading on Risk Management administration projects
- Being the gatekeeper for the incident case management system, ensuring all reports and evidence are logged appropriately
- Helping to ensure volunteers comply with training requirements and supporting the development of training resources including online training packages
- Analysing data and statistics to assess seasonal performance of programmes and events
- Using standard Microsoft Office software to produce accurate reports and spreadsheets
We are looking for someone who is experienced and enthusiastic about joining an exciting, international organisation. You will need to be sensitive to working with people from different cultures all around the world. An understanding of working with volunteers would also be of benefit. As this role will be part of the Risk Management and Safeguarding team there is sometimes the potential to be dealing with very sensitive material involving safeguarding or child protection issues so you will need to be both resilient and adaptable.
Please see the full job description for more detail.
ABOUT CISV
CISV International is a global organisation dedicated to educating and inspiring for peace through building inter-cultural friendship, cooperation and understanding. Founded in 1950, today we are a federation of over 60 National and Promotional Associations with over 200 Chapters or local groups.
Through our innovative, fun, non-formal ‘learning by doing’ programmes we help our young participants develop to their full potential as future leaders and active citizens, to make a difference in their communities and the world. We also give them the opportunity to build global friendships and networks that will last them a lifetime.
Salary: £25,000-27,000 per year, depending on experience.
Hours: full time, 35 hours per week
Annual leave: 23 days per year pro rata
Closing date: please apply as soon as possible - we will be interviewing on a rolling basis with the intention of filling the post by the beginning of November ideally.
How to apply: Please send a copy of your CV and cover letter. If you would like to discuss the role please contact Angela Forster, International Safeguarding and Risk Management Lead.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you want to help build a world where everyone feels part of a community?
Do you drive reliable delivery and ongoing improvement of programmes?
Are you a strong and highly motivated team leader?
If you answered yes to all of the above, this could be the role for you! We’re looking for an experienced part-time programme manager to develop the delivery of key projects: our community & children’s offer; intergenerational initiatives; events and communications; and corporate partnerships
What we do
Time & Talents is a lively, busy community centre in the heart of Rotherhithe, SE16. Set in a leafy heritage building, and ‘T&T2’, our second venue in Surrey Quays Shopping Centre, we offer something for everyone. With a history of 137 years of supporting people of all ages in Rotherhithe and Bermondsey, we bring people together for mutual support, fun and friendship, with a wide range of services and activities for older people and other adults, along with volunteering and children and families’ projects. Since resuming services post-Covid, we have realized the needs and wants of the community have shifted from our previous offer. We have a strong Community Development programme to connect with and rebuild our offer, including some big changes to pre-Covid ways of working. Building on a strong track record, we intend to continue working with the community to deliver activities and events that meet local needs while also providing opportunities for fun and friendship. Our community offer includes activities connecting children to nature and tackling food insecurity; accessible community fitness and wellbeing activities; and intergenerational activities and events. We are re-developing our offer whilst staying focused on our aims: ensuring that everyone feels part of a community and that no one is isolated or lonely. We are looking for a fresh pair of eyes to help us evolve this work.
The role
In this role, you’ll be responsible for:
• Strategic development and oversight of community programmes for children, adults and across multiple generations
• Leadership and line management of team; oversight of sessional facilitators and contractors used by team
• Setting programme budget and service targets; monitoring and evaluation to ensure delivery against these
• Playing a key part in building, broadening and developing new funding for these programmes and maintaining relationships with current funders
• Lead role in planning and execution of community events
• Development of corporate partnerships and CSR relationships
• Responsibility for general outward communications, including social media
• Contributing to the wider organisation as a member of the Senior Management Team
• Acting as Deputy Safeguarding Lead
About you
You have a track record of developing and delivering excellent community programmes in the third sector. You’re a seasoned team leader with experience of change management. You have an outwardlooking approach and are passionate about building programmes with community buy-in. You’re flexible, accountable, take responsibility, are highly organised and skilled in multitasking and balancing priorities. You have experience of fundraising and maybe other types of income generation. You have strong relationship building skills – internally and externally - and build trust and credibility easily. You are passionate about the power of community to connect and support people.
About us
We are an energetic, experienced, and passionate team of 17 mostly part-time workers with a strong sense of shared purpose and a lively sense of humour. You’ll have the chance to make a big contribution to a strong and innovative organisation which has doubled its reach and impact in recent years. This role is four days per week, with flexibility for regular evening and occasional weekend working. Time & Talents is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity, and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person that they are. We actively encourage applications from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.
If you would like an informal chat about the job, please email recruitment @ timeandtalents. org. uk with your phone number and a suitable time for us to call. The closing date is 09:00 Wednesday 23 October 2024.
All applications to be submitted online through CharityJob. Send a CV and a cover letter of
no more than two sides of A4, explaining why you want the job and how your experience relates to the
job description and person specification.
IMPORTANT: We’ll use cover letters to assess applications alongside CVs. Please ensure you take the
time to include a well-written cover letter as detailed above. We won’t assess applications without
one.
INTERVIEWS: First round interviews will take place week commencing 4th November.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Smart Works is a dynamic, high profile and fast-growing UK charity that dresses, coaches and empowers unemployed women for success at their job interview. After visiting Smart Works, 69% of clients secure a job within a month.
The Smart Works service is delivered in London, Manchester, Stockport, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Reading and Leeds. Over the past ten years, Smart Works has helped over 35,000 women. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre.
In April 2022, Smart Works launched a Three-Year Plan that will see the charity double the number of women helped annually from 5,000 to 10,000 women a year. We are on track to achieve this by expanding the reach of our existing centres and opening new centres in areas of need including Bristol; set to open in early 2025.
This role
As Smart Works moves into our next strategy phase, we are looking to strengthen our commitment to being led by data and using technology to enhance the service we provide. The Database Manager will play a key role in guiding this mission.
Smart Works is looking for an experienced and motivated database manager passionate about using data for good. This role will be crucial in managing and developing Smart Works' CRM systems that underpin the running of our key functions, ensuring data integrity, providing support to all users across the UK and enabling strong outcomes for the women we support. The post holder’s work will be essential in allowing staff across the charity to use data to improve our operations and outcomes for the women we support as we enter our new strategy cycle.
You will also play an important role in training and supporting staff across all Smart Works locations to use these systems, enabling them to harness the power of data in their day-to-day work. Your ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical staff will be vital to the success of this role.
The role will be a hybrid position, based out of one our UK Smart Works centres. but the role will work across Smart Works, providing support and maintaining digital infrastructure across all the teams.
There may be occasional evening and weekend work as the successful candidate will be part of the wider centre team, supporting with networking and key events support. The post holder, if not based in London, will also be required to travel into London on occasion for training and team meetings.
How to apply
To apply for this role please visit our website to read the full job description attached and then submit a CV and answer the following questions by 5pm on Monday 7th October. Your application should be addressed to Melissa Pittman, Head of Data and Impact
- Why are you interested in working at Smart Works, and how do you see your role as a Database Manager contributing to our mission? (Max 250 words)
- What is your approach to ensuring data accuracy and integrity within a database? (Max 350 words)
- How do you ensure effective communication with non-technical colleagues when discussing database issues or needs? (Max 350 words)
We exist to give unemployed women the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed at interview and get the job.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Talent Set are delighted to be working with a fantastic Health Charity to find their Events & Community Fundraising Manager.
The charity offers a flexible working environment, with hybrid working and an expectation of working from their London office 2 days per week.
As a key part of our ambitious fundraising strategy, the Fundraising & Events Team Manager will lead on, shape and deliver activity to generate income around key areas including events, community, challenges and volunteer-led fundraising.
The post-holder will lead on a review of the business model of our events programme leading to recommendations as to the future direction of the programme, as well as leading on the delivery of the programme in areas under management.
Key Responsibilities:
· To manage and deliver a portfolio of key income streams as outlined in the Charity’s fundraising strategy including the Charity’s annual programme of fundraising events, community and challenge event fundraising and fundraising activity led by volunteers
· To act as a member of the fundraising management team alongside 3 other fundraising managers, leading on the delivery of the fundraising strategy
· To act as a senior project manager for some specific activities, including major events within the programme
· To develop and deliver a robust programme of fundraising events in line with the fundraising team’s needs, working closely with colleagues leading on major appeals and work with high value donors and institutional funders
· To lead on stewardship activities for supporters across events, community and challenge events, managing team members who are directly responsible for these areas
· To lead on a review of the charity’s existing programme of events aimed at improving return on investment and delivering a programme of events in line with wider strategic objectives
Person Specification:
· Excellent experience with a successful track record of charity fundraising across a broad range of disciplines including events and legacy giving
· A thorough understanding of GDPR, ICO and Fundraising Regulator guidelines and legislation around prospect and donor development
· Successful track record of recruiting and stewarding event participants
· Able to manage expectations of a number of stakeholders with competing priorities
· Proven ability to successfully influence and engage with a range of audiences and stakeholders
· Able to communicate with empathy to patients and their families, and with passion and influence to potential supporters
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process
The main purpose of the job is to support the Conference and Events Manager with the conference. You will additionally provide administrative support to the office for the database.
This position reports to BERA’s Conference and Events Manager.
Working with colleagues to support BERA’s meetings or events
- Supporting the Conference and Events Manager on BERA’s flagship annual conference (over 900 delegates), including administration, promotion, scheduling, abstract submission, programming, delegate registrations and the smooth running of the event itself
- Supporting queries and updates on the abstract management system.
- Managing author submissions to ensure their needs are identified and met within agreed arrangements
- Assisting with the peer review system for abstracts to be reviewed and pursuing reviewers
- Supporting the Conference and Events Manager building the programme in the abstract management system
- Supervising delegate liaison to ensure their needs are identified and met within agreed arrangements.
- Assisting the with conference awards administration including collating applications and scores from judges
- Assisting with the development of the mobile app with an external provider that all information is effectively transferred
- Ensuring excellent customer service and quality delivery
- Managing liaison with speakers and other participants.
- Facilitating with the management of the conference onsite
- Producing after conference reports, certificates, data, administration wrap up
- Working with both the Conference and Events Manager and the Membership & Engagement Manager to assist BERA’s overall events programme
- Supporting the Membership & Engagement Manager with running the virtual SIG (Special Interest Groups) Forum Meetings, including setting these up, advertising and attending and taking notes during the meeting
Other duties and general responsibilities
- Producing and drafting correspondence, reports and other documents as required
- Testing new developments on the CRM system and upgrade of the website in relation to the Conference
- Acting as first point of call for event enquiries, responding, filtering and referring as appropriate
- Providing support to the Events and Membership Team in absences and on an ad hoc basis
- Undertaking general clerical and other such duties as may reasonably be required, including providing ad hoc secretarial support for other managers as required
Please visit our website for the full job description and person specification.
If you think you have the correct skills and experience for this Conference and Events Administrator role please apply today on our website.
Timeline:
- Closing date: 12pm, 7th October 2024
- In person interviews: w/c 14th October 2024
The BERA office operates on a flexible working arrangement with some core days in the office (currently based in Camden) required of all staff. The core days in the office for this post will be Tuesday and Thursday.
This job is offered on a 0.8 FTE. In return you will receive a competitive salary of £25,588 (pro rata).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to work with Eldon Housing Association. We are looking for a skilled People and Resources Manager to support Eldon Housing’s Head of People and Resources and the wider team.
Initially on a 12 months fixed term appointment, you will make a significant contribution to the future direction of Eldon, adding value, ideas, inspiration and really drive forward our continued success. There are fantastic opportunities to take forward an independent and sustainable organisation with future development plans.
This is a varied and exciting role, with responsibilities for:
- Providing a first-class people-first HR service; implementing policies and procedures.
- Managing day-to-day employee relations issues, providing guidance to managers on disciplinary and grievance procedures, sickness absence and other ER cases.
- Developing staff engagement and wellbeing initiatives, including forums and internal communication strategies.
- Manage the day to day running of the office, acting as Office Manager
You will be joining Eldon Housing at an exciting time in its development and transformation. We have a new People and Resources Team, with the Head, HR Officer and Central Services & Resources Administrator, and we are looking for someone to support us on our journey to be the best that we can be in all that we do.
To find out more about our work please visit our website.
The ideal person for this role will have strong experience in a HR Manager or Advisory role, and used to leading on ER cases, with a “can-do” attitude. Knowledge of HR systems is a must.
We have some great staff benefits here at Eldon, including:
- Healthcare Cash Back Plan worth up to £1,300 per year on your routine healthcare costs.
- Employee Advice Line, offering a 24-hour confidential advice service.
- Reward Me Now membership (exclusive discounts),
- Employee Recognition Schemes, including Employee Excellence Award Additional annual leave with qualifying service.
- A comprehensive induction and training programme with ongoing development.
- Genuine career development opportunities
We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis therefore early applications are advised. We reserve the right to close the job early if we receive a high quality or quantity of applicants.
Upon receipt of a CV, long-listed candidates will then be invited to complete an application form, detailing full employment history and suitability for the role.
Strictly no contact from recruitment agencies
An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required
Eldon Housing is committed to Equality & Diversity
We will process your data for recruitment purposes only.
Eldon Housing Association – Passionate – Professional - Caring
Our Vision: To be the best provider of affordable housing for older and vulnerable people within our area of operation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As part of the newly formed Stewardship function, we are excited to share a new role - Stewardship Events Executive (London-based).
Working with Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy teams to deliver sector-leading experiences for our supporters, this is an excellent opportunity for someone to manage their own events and take the lead on all things logistics to deliver seamless engagement opportunities for our supporters.
Alongside your own portfolio of events, you will also support the Stewardship Events Manager to deliver stand-out moments such as The Prince's Trust Partnership Awards, Technology & Digital Leadership Forum, and the Million Makers National Final.
If you're organised and love to inject creativity into your work, this could be the perfect role for you.
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.
We are looking for a Senior Delivery Manager to join our amazing team.
Location: Gilwell Park, Chingford, London -(successful candidate to attend the office 1-2 times per month with the rest of the time being remote working)
Salary: £69,500 per annum Band H, Level 3 (Inclusive of Market Supplement and Outer London Weighting)
Term: Permanent
Working Hours: 35 hours per week
We’re Scouts and everyone’s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. We help them speak up, play their part and shine bright.
About the Senior Delivery Manager Role:
It’s an exciting time at The Scouts. Our digital transformation programme is an ambitious part of our Skills for Life strategy which aims to enable Scouts to become a digital first organisation.
As a Senior Delivery Manager you will play a critical part in this transformation as our core infrastructure is being upgraded, existing products enhanced and new systems and platforms are being rolled out to meet strategic objectives. You will be delivery and results focussed, passionate about digital, technology and achieving great outcomes for our users.
You will manage a team of Delivery Managers, oversee a variety of Digital and Technology projects and ensure all phases of the projects are executed to the highest quality, putting the user at the heart of the product. You will bring diverse stakeholders together to work towards a common goal which will deliver fundamental change in our movement. You will apply your analytical skills to identify opportunities and gaps and come up with innovative solutions and enjoy working in a cross-functional and multi-disciplinary environment, and the challenges that this can bring.
What we are looking for in our Senior Delivery Manager:
- Ability to apply project management methodologies (eg Prince 2, ITIL, Agile etc) in a flexible manner appropriate to complex change programmes and projects
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Interpersonal skills and relationship management, including proven ability to engage senior management and stakeholders
- Excellent supplier management skills with the ability to gain the best value and adherence to agreed delivery deadlines
- Persuasion and negotiating skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and demonstrate flexibility
As our Senior Delivery Manager in return, we offer you:
- Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department
- Be proud to say you’re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold)
- Plenty of opportunity for learning and development
- 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years
- Four extra days to look after your family when they need you
- Three extra days over Christmas
We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer…
- Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Flexible working hours
- Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits
- Study and volunteer leave
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join our fantastic team! Click ‘Apply’ now!
Closing date for applications: 11:59pm Sunday 29th September 2024
Telephone Interviews will be held on Tuesday 8th or Thursday 10th October 2024.
Panel Interviews will be held on Monday 14th, Tuesday 15th or Wednesday 16th October 2024.
The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.
Strictly no agencies.
LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university.
Philanthropy and Global Engagement Division (PAGE)
Senior Corporate Engagement Manager
Salary from £57,606 to £65,505 pa with potential to progress to £72,157 pa, inclusive of London allowance.
This salary is inclusive of a £7,000 market supplement.
Are you looking for a role that directly contributes to the betterment of society? To work alongside globally respected experts in diverse subjects such as climate change, data science, sociology, marketing, geography, economics or politics? To be part of a forward-thinking community where assumptions are challenged, and new ideas encouraged?
We are seeking a Senior Corporate Engagement Manager, responsible for developing and overseeing the School’s relations with business and external third parties (public sector and not-for-profits). This is a key member of the team, responsible for building and nurturing relationships with external partners in the UK and internationally to deliver on LSE’s 2030 Strategy. We are seeking someone with experience of developing projects and funding proposals with corporate partners and/or an understanding of the nature of business partnerships.
Candidates should have solid experience of working in business relations, ideally within a not-for-profit or public sector environment, and with a strong track record of delivering fundraising/income generation or other mutually beneficial partnerships. You should be able to navigate complex relationships and have the drive and tenacity to negotiate and see through partnerships through to completion. We are seeking a self-reliant, motivated and collegiate individual who is a good team player, able to build positive relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally. You should be creative and resourceful, able to spot opportunities and be innovative in your approach, as well as have strong communication skills to persuade and bring others along with you.
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities.
For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification.
If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” link at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email Sarah Anderson.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 13 October 2024 (23.59 UK time).
Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
Job Title: Administration Manager
Salary: £27,914 per annum + £750 Home Working Allowance per annum + £4082 London Weighting per annum (if eligible)
Hours & Contract: 35 Hours per week - Permanent Contract
Location: Homebased East, North East or North London, or the borders of Essex or Hertfordshire with a requirement to travel for in person meetings at least once a month
As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.
As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding TACT Education Service and our new Health Service. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.
TACT achieved 16th place in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results in 2023, with 91% of employees acknowledging that the organisation is run on strong values and principles and 94% stating they feel proud to work for this organisation.
The TACT London & The East Administration Manager will be an integral member of the Management Team with operational responsibility for three highly dedicated and experienced administrative staff. Joining the team now will mean you will be integral to reviewing existing systems and processes and ensuring administrative tasks consistently facilitate activities for social work colleagues, carers, children and young people.
The Administration Manager will be experienced in leading a small team who work digitally using the Microsoft Office Suite while being fully home based. The Administration team undertake a wide range of admin tasks including crucial compliance processes, timely statutory reporting, regular minute taking, event organising, fostering panel administration, team wellbeing activities, and coordination of essential communications and much more.
Working closely with the Area and Deputy Area Managers, and in accordance with regulatory and safeguarding requirements, the Administration Manager will role model Our Values with a collaborative approach, and curiosity, to aid innovation while coordinating all admin activities including cover for and gaps and absences. The ideal candidate will receive expert management support, wrap-around wellbeing services, and in-house management training and development opportunities. The Administration Manager will be responsible for identifying opportunities to improve services and contribute to the continuous development of a high functioning admin team that is essential for the growth of our smooth running social work and carer services across the TACT London & The East Area.
If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.
Overall Duties of the xxx will include:
- Management, supervision and development of small team of admin staff
- Participating in operational planning and management to ensure smooth running of all admin functions
- Responsibility for processes and systems for contributing to financial planning, budgeting and reporting
- Ensuring the administrative support for the foster care panel is efficiently and effectively provided
- Responsibility for establishing and maintaining systems and processes to support statutory reporting and compliance
- Coordination of all admin functions including event organising, minuting meetings, and other essential admin tasks as necessary for the smooth running of social work and carers services
TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:
- 31 days paid holiday plus 8 annual bank holidays.
- Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
- Family friendly policies.
- Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
- Help@Hand Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, 24/7 remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions on serious diagnosis).
- An hour a week of live, expert led activities through the Annual Employee wellbeing Programme.
- Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments.
- Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice).
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all roles.
The Administration Manager will be homebased in North, North East or West London, or the borders of Essex or Hertfordshire and will be required to travel to face-to-face meetings at least once a month and on other occasions for in person team meetings, training and team wellbeing events.
A Standard DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.
Closing Date: Midnight on Monday 7th October 2024
Interview Date: Tuesday 15th October 2024 (via Microsoft Teams)
Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.
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Who We Are
At HTB and its related entities, our vision is to play our part in the evangelisation of the nations, the revitalisation of the church and the transformation of society. Each member of our team plays a vital role in making our vision a reality. As a Christian organisation our faith is an integral part of our working culture.
The key purpose of this role is to support the organisation by providing financial processes, information and strategies that contribute to the overall aims of the HTB Group and to ensure good stewardship of financial resources.
To ensure that the Finance functions, financial reporting and financial strategies support and contribute to the overall aims and success of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Stakeholder relationship management
o Build healthy, dynamic relationships with Entity Group OpCo representatives and entity leaders and managers to continually develop ways of working that fit entity-specific requirements in line with core HTB Group policies and procedures.
HR Operations
• Manage and/or oversee HR Operations staff within the People Team to support delivery of the core HR annual agenda, ensuring workload is evenly distributed across the team and that resourcing levels are appropriate at peak points over the year.
• Directly deliver prioritised operational activity, and periodic projects (for example the Group annual pay review).
• With the Director of People and Head of HR Advisory, oversee the development and implementation of People Policy, processes and practices from start to end of the employment lifecycle.
• Oversee the development of relationships with external providers of benefits and services for the whole staff body, such as pension, travel and employee support providers.
• Oversee the delivery of services within the People Team budget, supporting budget setting annually.
• People Team Operating Framework:
o Contribute to the ongoing review and update of operating processes to ensure continuous improvement of the team’s service provision.
o Assist in the provision of guidance on practically applying the policies, procedure and process for staff, line managers, and the People Team.
o Continue to support the People Team Systems leads to reinvent the way that XCD exchanges data with other key systems in Finance and IT, to improve operational efficiency and management information.
o Report progress and people / staff analytics to senior management to facilitate effective decision making.
HR Advisory Provision
• Maintain a knowledge of best practice compliance with employment law and regulatory requirements to support appropriate risk management relating to staff employment and personnel management.
• In conjunction with the Head of HR Advisory, consult and advise across the full range of employee relations matters.
• Ensure the appropriate and comprehensive documentation of key meetings and discussions between staff, line managers and the People Team regarding HR issues.
Line Management Upskilling
• Assist all levels of management with the performance management process, disciplinary and redundancy processes, and probationary period responsibilities.
• Create proactive and effective programmes for upskilling HODs and Line Managers in their understanding and handling of the full range of employee relations issues.
Learning and Development
• May take a lead in further developing the HTB Group L&D offering, harnessing the newly enabled capability in our HR system, XCD.
• Promote good levels of engagement in all L&D activities provided, through the People Team and other Professional Services teams.
• Further develop the L&D offering as appropriate or in response to particular needs.
Recruitment
• May take a lead in overseeing recruitment and onboarding activity, ensuring continuous improvement and maintaining an excellent candidate experience for all applicants.
• Support the upskilling of hiring managers to ensure that they play their full role in hiring team members with adherence to best practice and legal requirements.
The Right Candidate
• 6 years+ experience in a generalist HR role, including at least 3 years in a Manager/Lead HR Advisor level role.
• Chartered Member of the CIPD; Masters or equivalent qualification in HR.
• Credibility at senior levels and excellent relationship building skills; a strongly people-focussed stance with the ability to maintain a practical and pragmatic approach to problem-solving and case-handling.
• The highest integrity, sensitivity and confidentiality.
• Unflappable, tenacious attitude that allows the role holder to work effectively in a dynamic and flexible context.
• Excellent UK employee relations knowledge and experience.
• Competence in using and promoting the use of HR systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills .
• Highly proficient in office software.
The Working Environment
We have a purposeful working environment where we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our workplace culture is shaped by our values which are AUGHT. They are Audacity, Unity, Generosity, Humility and Tenacity. We respect and value our colleagues, encourage and affirm often, challenge when necessary, supporting always. It is an inspiring and energising place to work where innovation and creativity is encouraged alongside passion and discipline. The staff community is warm and engaging, with lifelong friendships being built.
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Lewisham Local connects the community to give, share and work together to create happier and healthier communities. We are growing and want to engage local people to give their time, money and skills to make a difference in Lewisham.
You will lead an exciting and unique local giving programme, engaging new communities of givers, leading impactful campaigns to raise awareness of the good causes and needs in Lewisham and develop a legacy of local giving in Lewisham.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
· Work closely with the Committee and key stakeholders focusing on a shared vision, mission of Lewisham Giving and to successfully deliver the strategy.
· Produce an annual plan of work that sets out the key priorities and activities for Lewisham Giving and is approved by the Committee
· Proactively establish and nurture a network of businesses, residents, community organisations, and individuals who will contribute time, money, skills, opportunities and connections to ensure a sustainable Giving model for Lewisham.
· Commission or carry out research as necessary to understand unmet need and inform plans to maximise impact.
· Further develop the giving model for Lewisham through co-design with residents and other relevant agencies and monitor and report on their impact.
For futher information please refer to the full job description and person sepcification attached below.
Rolling interviews
There is no closing date as we aim to interview the candidates who meet the criteria in the JD on rolling basis.
About the recruitment:
We are committed to our staff team reflecting the diversity of the communities we serve and strongly welcome applications from minority communities.
Shortlisted candidates who outline their skills and experience in the 2-page covering letter that matches the essential criteria will be interviewed. Two references from the previous and current employer will be taken up for the successful candidate, and where necessary employers may be contacted to gather further information.
We are committed to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults and children, where appropriate may require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Shortlisted candidates who outline their skills and experience in the 2-page covering letter that matches the essential criteria will be interviewed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) is a Charity and Company Limited by guarantee and is the representative body for Directors of Public Health (DPH) in the UK. It seeks to improve and protect the health of the population through collating and presenting the views of DsPH; advising on public health policy and legislation at a local, regional, national and international level; facilitating a support network for DsPH; and providing opportunities for DsPH to develop professional practice.
The Association has a rich heritage, its origins dating back more than 160 years. It seeks to improve and protect the health of the population through collating and presenting the views of DsPH; advising on public health policy and legislation at a local, regional, national and international level; facilitating a support network for DsPH; and providing opportunities for DsPH to develop professional practice.
The Association is now looking to appoint a Policy Manager to develop, manage and lead the ADPH Policy Programme, working across sectors and professions to build relationships with key stakeholders.
The successful candidate will have experience in Public Health policy and practice, working with our Advisory Groups to develop consistent policy lines based on our members views, and supporting the Head of Projects Policy and Practice in production of the ADPH Policy Strategy.
Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills are required to lead and manage cross team projects and line manage, support and develop the Policy Coordinator.
The Association does operate a hybrid working arrangement with its staff and candidates from across the UK are welcome, but they will be required to attend meetings and events in central London during the year. Further details can be confirmed prior to application if required.
The closing date is noon on 21/10/24, however, we do reserve the right to close the application process early should a suitable candidate be available and would therefore urge those interested to apply asap.
The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of a continuing entitlement to work in the UK.
Please note to be considered for the role you need to apply with a covering letter outlining why you feel you would be suitable for the role, together with a current cv.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Charity People is excited to be partnering with The Passage for the recruitment of their new Community and Events Fundraising Manager. This is an exciting opportunity as you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing The Passage's Community Fundraising strategy, designed to inspire and engage both existing and new supporters, ultimately building a stable and sustainable income pipeline.
Job Title: Community and Events Fundraising Manager
Location: Westminster, London, hybrid with 2 days in the office
Contract: Permanent and full time, 40 hours a week
Salary: £40,000 per annum (inclusive of London weighting) and an excellent benefits package including 33 days annual leave.
About the organisation
The Passage are a London based charity providing homeless people with the support to transform their lives. Their vision is of a society where street homelessness no longer exists, and everyone has a place to call home. In 2023-24, they supported over 2000 people experiencing or at risk of homelessness and prevented nearly 900 people from becoming homeless through a variety of services.
About the role
As the new Community and Events Fundraising Manager, you will oversee the stewardship of some of their most passionate supporters, working closely with dedicated volunteers, community groups, and overseeing key charity events. Your focus will be on harnessing the enthusiasm and commitment of fundraisers in the community, motivating and guiding them to maximize their contributions.
You will also actively support the planning and execution of our bespoke Walk to End Homelessness event, alongside leading on our annual Spring Concert and contributing to the growth of our third-party event series.
Responsibilities:
Community and Events Fundraising:
- Help deliver the teams' existing events and community fundraising products, growing net income and actively seeking new opportunities for expansion.
- Develop a range of new fundraising products and assets to support all aspects of the community fundraising programme in line with our values and key messages.
- Act as an ambassador for The Passage with community groups, personally delivering talks and presentations to build relationships and promote our work.
- Manage and oversee a programme of station and street collections, ensuring that volunteers are trained and equipped to represent The Passage with the public
- Manage current community and events fundraising relationships with individual supporters and groups by providing outstanding, tailored stewardship to generate income.
- Help deliver and develop a range of The Passage owned and third-party events and activities.
- Work with the digital marketing and comms team to produce engaging, accessible content and campaigns across web, social, email and paid digital activity to promote fundraising products and activity.
- Research and recommend new ways of raising funds and generating income through community fundraising.
Budgets and planning:
- Produce and manage the Community Fundraising income and expenditure annual plan and budget.
- Work with the Senior Events and Community Manager to regularly review performance, report variances against budget and undertake contingency planning to minimise risk.
- Monitor income and KPIs against agreed budgets and targets, taking action to address any shortfall.
People management:
- Provide all aspects of line management support, development and coaching to the Fundraising Assistant.
- Recruit, train, manage and inspire volunteers to deliver agreed aspects of the fundraising plan.
About You
The successful candidate will be an experienced fundraiser in community and events with strong interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to build relationships with a wide variety of individuals.
Excellent organisational skills are a must along with being ambitious, driven and passionate about representing The Passage and supporting their mission.
Application Process
To get further information, please contact Seema Choudhury at Charity People today with your CV or profile. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds. If you require any assistance or adjustments during the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out.