For full information on this role, including the key responsibilities and person specification, please view the job pack.
Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 27th October 2024
The Organisation
ImpactEd Group supports education and purpose-driven organisations to maximise their potential. We do this by helping our partners to be consistently impactful and operationally sustainable. ImpactEd Group is made up of ImpactEd Consulting and its specialist practices, ImpactEd Evaluation, ImpactEd Philanthropy and our most recent practice ImpactEd Data and Artificial Intelligence. Drawing on our domain expertise and technical skills in these areas, ImpactEd Group aims to be the first port of call for leaders across the education ecosystem. Since being founded in 2017, ImpactEd Group has worked with thousands of schools and hundreds of organisations, serving more than a quarter of a million pupils annually. Our strategy commits to systemic impact by helping our partners to make better decisions. We also empower our team to make decisions on behalf of the organisation as part of our aspirations for employee ownership.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Director to help lead, develop and grow our Evaluation practice. The Director will sit on our Practice Board and be a key part of the leadership team guiding the success of the practice both commercially and in terms of social impact.
We design and deliver high-quality research and evaluation projects that help our partners make better decisions for children using good evidence. We work with more than 1,400 schools and 80 education organisations each year, with a wide range of partners including schools and multi-academy Trusts, charities and edtech companies, and the public sector.
The Director role will lead business development and strategic partnerships, support and oversee evaluation delivery, and hold a number of strategic responsibilities. For the right candidate we hope it will be both a challenging and rewarding opportunity to shape the direction of a growing social enterprise and help our partners make better decisions to benefit young people.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for someone with experience in research and evaluation, business development, and leadership and management. We are particularly interested in experience of delivering quantitative impact evaluations, though are open to hearing from a range of candidates. Experience and understanding of the UK education system would also be an asset.
Why Us?
As an organisation we care about creating a meaningful place to work and supporting people to grow personally and professionally. These are reflected in our organisational values and our commitments to:
• Agile and flexible working: responsive management, flexible hours, hybrid or fully remote working
• Personal excellence: we invest significantly in professional development, including an external mentor, an individual CPD budget, and formal and informal training and support
• Mental health and wellbeing: access to health and wellbeing advice and free therapist support.
As a growing organisation we are committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a positive experience of work and maintain an annual EDI action plan, supported by a Board sponsor.
For the full specification of skills that we hope that the successful applicant will bring, as well as what we offer as an employer, please see the job pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Terms of Reference
People & Culture Consultant
Contract type: Full-time (October - February, with the possibility for extension and/or a permanent position)
Location: France, Germany, Spain, Sweden, UK (Remote). Please note that we’re currently unable to sponsor visas.
Compensation: £150 - £190 per day (7.5 hours per day)
Contractor’s role:
As a contractor, you will play a key supporting role in the People & Culture team, contributing to administrative and operational tasks across multiple regions. This is an opportunity to help the team by managing essential behind-the-scenes work that enables CPI to focus on supporting our people and building policies, procedures, and processes that centre diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. You will assist in managing calendars, preparing documents, coordinating meetings, and providing logistical support for various People & Culture activities.
The ideal candidate will be mission aligned, highly organised, attentive to detail, and committed to centring people in their work. You will collaborate closely with team members, ensuring tasks are completed with care and consideration for the well-being of everyone involved. This role will require you to work flexible hours to accommodate different time zones.
About the Organisation
The Centre for Public Impact (CPI) is a global not-for-profit organisation committed to reimagining government for the 21st century. We work alongside governments, public servants, and changemakers globally, aiming to disrupt systems of power and create a positive impact on people’s lives. CPI operates in multiple regions, with a Global Hub providing essential support in areas such as People & Culture, Finance & Operations, and Communications & Impact.
Our Values:
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Curiosity: We value exploration and creativity, seeking to learn continuously.
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Courage: We are bold and authentic, standing up for what’s right.
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Collaboration: We share power and knowledge, working collectively toward shared goals.
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Empathy: We honour the experiences and perspectives of others.
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Equity: We challenge and disrupt systemic inequalities, shifting power to create more just outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
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Calendar & Meeting Support: Assist with scheduling meetings, coordinating across time zones, and preparing agendas. You will also help ensure follow-up actions are documented and completed.
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Communication Assistance: Support the drafting and editing of interview questions and internal communications, ensuring all interactions are inclusive, respectful, and people-centred.
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Onboarding & Offboarding Support: Assist with onboarding new team members and offboarding departing colleagues, ensuring these processes are carried out with care and attention to detail.
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Project Support: Contribute to special projects by assisting with digital tools, research, policy revisions, and updating materials as needed. You will support team members in tracking deadlines and ensuring that projects remain on schedule.
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Document Management: Help organise and maintain important files, including confidential documents, ensuring they are accessible to team members as needed.
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Administrative & Logistical Support: Provide general administrative assistance, including managing correspondence, booking travel, processing expenses, and supporting day-to-day operational tasks.
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Commitment to DEIB: Uphold and support the team’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in all tasks, ensuring that processes and interactions align with these values.
Skills and Attributes:
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Organisational Skills: You are skilled at staying organised and can handle multiple tasks simultaneously, even in a fast-paced environment.
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Effective Communicator: You are a clear and compassionate communicator, ensuring that written and verbal interactions reflect respect and inclusivity.
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Attention to Detail: You notice the small things and understand that attention to detail can make all the difference when it comes to creating a caring and equitable environment.
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Proactive Support: You take initiative and look for ways to support the team without needing to be asked. You are able to anticipate needs and address them in a thoughtful way.
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Digital Savvy: You are comfortable with tools like Google Suite, Monday, Trello, and Microsoft and are ready to learn new systems as needed.
Qualifications:
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A minimum of 4-5 years of experience preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven organisation.
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Strong organisational and time-management skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
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Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.
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Proficiency in digital tools like Google Suite, Microsoft, Monday, and Trello.
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A commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.
How We Work:
At CPI, we create an environment where people can bring their full selves to work. We believe in collaboration, curiosity, and care, and we value every person’s perspective. While your role is administrative, your work will have a significant impact on how the organisation functions and how supported the team feels.
We are a remote-first team and may require flexibility for early mornings or late evenings to collaborate effectively across different time zones. You will work closely with P&C teammates based in India, the US and the UK and be part of a global network of colleagues across Australia, Asia, Europe and North America. CPI aims to be the kind of workplace where you do good and meaningful work and get to be exactly who you are. We value collaboration and humility, share power, and work in a non-hierarchical fashion, and you’ll get to work in a global context with smart, kind, and committed people who care about and invest in each other’s skills, perspectives, and leadership.
How to Apply:
CPI is committed to reducing bias in our hiring process and actively seeks to recruit diverse candidates. Our application process is anonymised to ensure a fair review of all applicants. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, especially those from historically underrepresented communities. Although we ask for your CV, we only look at it once we’ve completed the anonymous review process.
Please note this is a rolling advert and the posting will close once we have the desired level of interest, you are advised to apply as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.