Finance Director Jobs in Sidcup

Are you a collaborative and organised self starter with excellent attention to detail? Are you interested in supporting refugees and want to help a growing frontline charity to monitor, quantify and communicate our impact to funders and supporters? Do you have experience in administration and data, and enjoy improving systems and processes?

If so, this central role in our charity might be for you! 

Reporting to the Director, AFRIL's Monitoring and Operations Officer delivers the central administrative functions of the charity including office administration, equipment and grants/contracts administration, financial record keeping, and drafting communications for a variety of audiences. You will work closely with the Director and Project Leads to deliver and enhance our monitoring and evaluation systems and organise our annual public fundraising campaign. You will supervise office volunteers. We are a friendly team and there is significant scope for growth in this role. 

AFRIL is a growing, dynamic charity working with asylum seekers, vulnerable migrants, and refugee families in south east London. We support our clients to lift themselves out of poverty and rebuild their lives in the heart of our community. We provide both crisis support to meet immediate need, and longer-term, flexible programmes to tackle the underlying problems. We engage in policy and legal interventions to influence positive change. Our work is grounded in the values of professionalism, inclusivity, and solidarity, and our approach to service delivery is one of co-production and empowerment. We are 15 staff (7 full time equivalent) and over 80 volunteers.

AFRIL delivers the following core services in the London Boroughs of Lewisham, Greenwich and Southwark: 

• Casework and Advocacy Service: providing AQS accredited advice, complex casework and legal interventions in housing and homelessness, asylum support, community care, benefits and related matters. We have an immigration project in partnership with Southwark Law Centre.

• AFRIL Food Bank: food vouchers, parcels and essentials to people with no recourse to public funds. 

• Allotment of Refuge: wellbeing support through food growing and climate resilience. 

• Rainbow Club Supplementary School:improving educational attainment through weekly supplementary education in English and Maths, arts, music and sports activities to primary age refugee and migrant children.

AFRIL is an equal opportunities employer. We are a diverse staff team and particularly encourage applications from BAME candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and those with lived experience of asylum/irregular migration. We welcome applications from candidates of all ages and are committed to supporting qualified people to re-enter the workplace after periods of unemployment for example because of homemaking, redundancy, mental health or previous immigration restrictions. Our office is on the first floor of a community centre. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support our staff to flourish.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on 4th March 2025.

The Global Leadership Foundation is a network built around its 44 Members, all former heads of government or other distinguished leaders with first-hand experience of the difficulties of political leadership. It is an independent, non-profit Foundation, which exists to support political leadership and good governance around the world by making available, discreetly and in confidence, the experience of those former leaders to today’s national leaders.  

The activities of the Foundation are managed by a small London-based Secretariat.

Responsibilities of the Executive Administrator include:

Day to day administration of the GLF office and office systems
Maintenance of all GLF diaries, including co-ordination of the Chair’s programme
Management of the Chair’s UK correspondence
Dealing with inward communications on behalf of the Chair and Members
Support CEO and Projects Director with research and briefing materials
Management of the fundraising database and tracking of donors and donations
Administrative preparations for Meetings
Liaison with service providers
Management of travel and accommodation

To apply for this role, please send your CV and a letter addressed to our CEO, explaining why you believe you are a good fit for this role, and what you will bring to the small and dynamic team that runs the Foundation.

Use your strategic leadership skills to serve a small and highly respected charity growing in impact and influence.

The Nehemiah Project provides a home and support for vulnerable men with a history of addiction across a network of 5 houses in South London.

In houses of 6-8 men and nurtured by the support of their peers and the care of dedicated staff our residents go through a 12-week programme reviewing their lives. Our holistic approach enables these men to break the cycle of addiction and offending and provides the life-changing support required to secure a new future. Inspired by the Christian faith we believe that anyone can change their life and this underpins all our work.

From the testimony of many lives transformed we know that our model works. The national average for remaining abstinent for 1 year is 30%, at the Nehemiah Project 74% of our residents remain abstinent. Nearly 50% of released prisoners reoffend within 12 months and for London prisons this figure increases to 60%. At The Nehemiah Project as far as we know only 5% of the men we have worked with in the last 5 years have reoffended. Covid has had a significant effect on The Nehemiah Project but also across the sector and particularly by those working with men released from prison.

We have doubled in scale over the last 7 years. With a model that works and a reputation for excellence in the sector and with a wide range of community leaders we are well positioned to grow in scale and influence.

After a highly successful period as Chief Executive Dr John Patience will retire from his position at Nehemiah later in 2025. We are seeking a successor to build on his good work and join a highly engaged and passionate group of trustees and staff to help lead an organisation that continues to grow in impact and influence.

You will have an enthusiasm for the cause and for seeing lives transformed, a Christian faith, and will bring strategic insight, a natural ability to build strong relationships, excellent communication skills. Experience of working in the not-for-profit sector and knowledge of issues related to addictions, rehabilitation and the criminal justice system are all desirable but not essential.

Please note that this role has an Occupational Requirement to be a committed Christian as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010.

We're looking for a Membership Administrator to join our small, remote team to support our growth and deliver for our members. 

This role will support the membership functions of the NI to look after the day-to-day administrative tasks relating to member services, including maintaining databases, managing renewals, and providing customer service to members. This role is critical in supporting the organisation’s mission to engage and retain members, ensuring they receive value and are satisfied with their experience.

Job Summary:
The Membership Administrator is responsible for overseeing the membership process from onboarding new members to managing ongoing renewals and maintaining the membership database. The role involves ensuring that members receive excellent customer service, timely communication, and accurate information about the institute’s services and benefits. The position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in database management.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Membership Administration
2. Customer Service
3. Communications 
4. Data Management and Reporting

Qualifications and Skills:
• Essential Experience:
o 2-3 years of experience in membership administration services, customer service, or administrative roles.
o Proficient with CRM or membership management software, including database management and reporting.
o Skilled in delivering exceptional customer service within a professional environment.
o Experience in administering a membership or customer renewals process.
o Background in non-profit organisations, associations, or professional membership.

Work Environment:
• Mainly working from home so could be based anywhere in the UK. There will be some travel with regular meetings in London.

Flexibility and Accessibility: We offer flexible hours and remote working options to accommodate individual needs. There will be support available for remote workers who may require specific adjustments, such as ergonomic setups or assistive technologies.

Commitment to Inclusion: We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups in the finance and nuclear sectors. Our recruitment process is fair and accessible, and we are happy to provide accommodations upon request. If you require adjustments to the application process, please contact us so we can support you.

About Us

The Horniman Museum and Gardens is a unique attraction in south east London where global cultures 

and the natural world are brought together for everyone to enjoy. The Museum holds internationally 

important collections of anthropology and musical instruments, as well as a popular natural history

gallery and Aquarium. The 16 acres of beautiful Gardens feature a tropical Butterfly House and offer stunning views across London.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced fundraiser to grow our income and embed a fundraising culture

across the Horniman. Reporting to the Director of Audiences and Income, and working closely with trustees, senior management, and staff, you’ll inspire supporters, visitors, and the local community to convert their passion into financial support.

You’ll oversee all fundraising activity, driving a fundraising strategy that secures sustainable funding

for projects, collections, buildings and the gardens.

Key priorities will be closing the gap on our Nature + Love campaign in the lead up to the Horniman’s 125th anniversary in 2026 and shaping future capital fundraising strategies. This is a hugely exciting time to join the team as we look towards our next 125 years. 

Key Responsibilities   

As Head of Fundraising, you will 

- Drive our fundraising strategy, overseeing all income streams, including membership and individual giving, Trusts and Foundations, corporate giving and major campaigns. 

- Lead the fundraising team, ensuring effective systems and processes for fundraising across all streams are in place.

- Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Trustees to maximising their networks and support the Chair to harness their network opportunities.

- Work with the Director of Audiences and Income to reposition our celebrity Ambassadors programme.

- Work with marketing, communications and digital colleagues to create compelling cases, campaigns, communications and materials for target audiences.

- Ensure that we observe fundraising regulations, guidance and codes of practice including UK GDPR compliance, data protection, HMRC compliance on VAT and Gift Aid, working closely with the Director of Finance and Corporate Services.

About You

You will be an experienced fundraiser with a track record of delivering against financial targets, personally raising significant sums from individuals, experienced with trust fundraising techniques and with a strong understanding of membership and individual giving schemes. You will be passionate about working collaboratively, maximising the skills, experience and support of colleagues and you will have experience of leading and motivating a team. You will have an empathy with the Horniman’s mission and be a passionate advocate for its exhibitions, collections, activities and events. 

Key Qualities, Skills, and Experience

We are looking for an experienced fundraiser who is a strong collaborator with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to inspire donors and support colleagues at all levels with empathy and diplomacy. We are seeking a candidate who is confident managing multiple projects and relationships in a fast-paced fundraising environment, leading an inspiring a team. The successful candidate will be skilled with financial management, highly organised and able to create compelling written and verbal communications to support the Horniman’s mission. 

The closing date for completed applications is 10am on 3rd March 2025.  Interviews will be held in the week commencing 10th March, with second round interviews possible in the week commencing 17th March. 

The Horniman is an equal opportunities employer and we value and celebrate diversity. We want to 

better represent the communities in which we work but recognise that there is still much work to do in 

this area. We welcome and encourage all applicants and particularly encourage you to apply if you are 

from a community that is often disadvantaged by society or of minority background.

Chief Executive  

Location: The majority of the work will take place on-site at our Tanner Street premises at 82 Tanner Street, London SE1 3GN. Office visits to Leamington Spa will be required, plus some overseas travel 

£90,000 - £110,000 per annum 

We are a dynamic charity dedicated to enabling the social sector to thrive. Through our two charitable entities, we provide vital resources for charities and social impact organisations. We offer flexible and affordable workspace that fosters collaboration and innovation, while our second entity delivers critical health and wellbeing education to millions across low- and middle-income countries. 

We are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive to lead our organisation into its next chapter of growth and impact. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will drive the strategic vision, deepen collaboration across the sector, and increase fundraising and partnership opportunities to expand our reach. This is a unique opportunity for a leader  who shares our passion for collaboration and innovation, with the strategic vision to take our work to the next level. 

The successful candidate will bring: 

• Significant senior leadership experience within the social sector, ideally with exposure to property, education, or international development. 
• A strong track record in strategic leadership, financial oversight, and operational management. 
• Proven ability to build high-impact partnerships and drive income growth through fundraising and commercial activity. 
• A deep understanding of governance, risk, and regulatory compliance within the not-for-profit sector. 
• Outstanding leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to inspire teams and represent the organisation externally. 

If you are a visionary leader passionate about strengthening the social sector and expanding access to life-saving education, we encourage you to apply through our recruitment partners, Prospectus. 

At Prospectus, we invest in your journey as a candidate, and we are committed to supporting you throughout the process. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process. 

Recruitment Timeline 

• Deadline for applications: 23rd February 2025 
• Interviews with Prospectus: From 25th February 2025 
• Panel Interviews: w/c 10th and 17th March 2025 

For further information and to apply, please visit our dedicated recruitment website by clicking 'Apply via Website'.

Introduction to the role

We are seeking a highly organised, professional and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Co-Directors and senior management team on a part-time basis. This is a key role in the team and is vital in ensuring the smooth operation of the organisation and our activities. 

This is an in-office role, working from our beautiful building in Liverpool Street.

Salary and working hours: Part-time 2.5 - 3 days per week, £30,000 pro rata.

Location: On site, St Ethelburga's Centre, City of London 

Please note: Unfortunately we cannot sponsor visas for this role

Responsibilities:

1. Administrative Support:

• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements for the Co-Directors.

• Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations, and other documents.

2. Meeting Coordination:

• Organise and coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.

• Arrange logistics for board meetings, staff meetings, and other key events

3. HR and Governance Support:

• Support HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, and maintaining employee records.

• Assist with employee communications, benefits administration, and other HR-related tasks.

• Assist in the development, review, and implementation of policies and procedures.

4. Research and Reporting:

• Conduct research on various topics relevant to the Centre's mission and activities.

• Prepare reports, summaries, and briefing materials for the Co-Directors and senior management team.

5. Funding Applications:

Assist in the research, preparation and submission of funding applications and grant proposals.

• Support fundraising campaigns and events, including coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and liaising with donors and sponsors.

6. Project Management:

Assist in the planning and execution of special projects and initiatives as directed by the Co-Directors.

• Track progress on various projects, ensuring deadlines are met and milestones achieved.

Is This You?

• Proven experience as an executive assistant or in a similar administrative role.

• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills. Able to work fast and to deadlines.

• Service-oriented, cheerful and optimistic, with a positive attitude and problem solving skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse team. 

• Interest in the mission of St Ethelburga's Centre.

About Us:

"Bridging divides, loving Earth"

St Ethelburga's work sits at the intersection of climate and peace. We believe there can be no peace on Earth unless we also realise peace with Earth.

St Ethelburga's is a 'maker of peacemakers.' We offer events, training, leadership programmes and multimedia content which equip and inspire people to become peacemakers in their own contexts. Our project areas include community reconciliation, refugee inclusion, radical resilience, viewpoint diversity, and spiritual ecology.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional with strong reporting, automation, and business partnering skills to join UK Youth on an interim basis. 

We’re hiring urgently! This is a critical backfill role, and we are reviewing applications daily. If you’re available for an immediate start, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Purpose of the Role 

This role is vital to the Finance team. It ensures accurate, high-quality financial reporting while driving automation and efficiency across financial processes. As a Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with budget holders, particularly in Network Delivery and Income Generation, providing them with meaningful financial insight and advice. 

You will also play a key role in understanding and managing programme/project funding, ensuring effective tracking of restricted and unrestricted income within the charity sector. Your ability to leverage Microsoft Excel, NetSuite, and other financial tools will be crucial in optimising our financial systems and improving processes. 

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse management accounts, ensuring financial insights drive decision-making

• Lead process automation and optimise financial systems, particularly NetSuite 

• Provide key financial support to budget-holders, particularly in Network Delivery & Income Generation 

• Manage programme/project funding, ensuring accurate tracking of restricted and unrestricted income 

Who We're Looking For

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

• Management accounting & financial analysis experience in a charity or non-profit setting

• Strong Excel & NetSuite skills – confident in automation and financial systems improvement

• Proactive problem-solver with experience in Finance Business Partnering

• Available to start immediately – we need someone to hit the ground running! 

Who We Are

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.

UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth Website.

Why work at UK Youth?

We are a value-based, passionate and committed organisation offering a friendly working environment with lots of opportunities for professional development and socialising (even for those working remotely!) from lunch and learn sessions, staff quizzes to virtual coffee meet ups.

UK Youth prides itself on being an Equal Opportunity employer and we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Our selection procedures ensure that people are treated on the basis of their relevant merits, experience, skills and abilities and that no individual receives more or less favourable treatment.

We welcome applications from groups currently under-represented in our organisation including BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities. We are also currently underrepresented by men, and so are seeking applications from different backgrounds, cultures, age, experience and identity to bring a wide range of experience, ideas, views and insights to UK Youth.

What we can offer you

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:

• Flexible/Agile Working

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

• Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity

• Other training available in support of your personal and professional development

• Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)

• Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary

• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally

• 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.

• IT equipment provided for the duration of contract

• CycleScheme and TechScheme

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. 

We will review applications on a rolling-basis for this opportunity and applications will close upon appointment of a successful candidate.

Our mission is to deliver high-quality recreation activities and skills training to young people in West London, helping them fulfil their potential and boost their long-term outcomes. Our team provides a safe, caring space where young people can learn, develop, and build towards a brighter future.

Chief Executive
Location: 3-7 Third Avenue, London W10 4RS
Salary:£70,000 - £75,000
Reporting to: The Board of Trustees
Direct Reports:4

As the Chief Executive, you will lead our mission, guide the team, build key partnerships, and support the young people we serve. We’re looking for an inspiring leader with a clear vision, emotional intelligence, and a deep understanding of our community. You will nurture a diverse team, rally support from stakeholders, and stay committed to inclusivity and excellence. Your teamwork and strong communication skills will sustain our funding and drive our growth and success.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Proven leadership experience in the nonprofit sector.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to drive organisational change and growth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to inspire and motivate staff, partners, donors, and the community.
• Sound financial management skills, including budgeting, financial analysis, and fundraising.
• Business acumen and entrepreneurial flair for developing sustainable income growth strategies.

Our new CEO will confidently lead our charity with compassion and empathy, making a real difference in the lives of young people in our community. If you have the ability, drive, and experience to manage this valued organisation, and the vision and leadership skills to take it to the next level, we want to hear from you.

For further information please view our dedicated microsite by clicking 'Apply via Website'

Our client is committed to diversifying its workforce and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief, or disability.

Deadline for applications:** Sunday 23rd February 2025

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and early application is encouraged.

About the Role

We are seeking an Educational Events Administrator to lead the Core Topics programme, a series of educational events across the UK. You will manage event logistics, liaise with speakers and sponsors, oversee delegate communications, and ensure smooth event delivery. The role involves travel and overnight stays for approximately, but not limited to, 12 events per year. Reasonable time-off-in-lieu (TOIL) is available.

About You

We’re looking for an organised and proactive events professional with 1-2 years' experience in event planning, strong communication skills, able to juggle multiple priorities to tight deadlines and IT proficient. Experience in the membership or not-for-profit sector, CRM systems (Microsoft Dynamics), and marketing platforms (Dotdigital) is desirable.

Why Join Us?

Enjoy hybrid working, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to education in healthcare. 

Why the Association?

The Association of Anaesthetists is a membership organisation for Anaesthetists with almost 10,000 members.  Our main aims are to advance and improve patient care and safety and to promote and support education and research in the field of anaesthesia.  We represent, protect, support and advance the interests of our members.

Key responsibilities:

General

1. To contribute to the educational objectives set out in the department and the 5 year strategy.

2. To lead on, with guidance from the Educational Events Manager, all Core Topics programme activities to ensure KPIs are met. To also work on ad-hoc meetings and courses of similar size and complexity as and when needed.

3. To work with the board lead for Core Topics and the education committee to continually keep the Core Topics programme innovative and fresh, in terms of topics and format.

4. To be a proficient user of the CRM (Microsoft Dynamics) and be part of future proofing the CRM through testing further updates and engaging with the CRM department on further upgrades.

5. To be fully responsible for the end-to-end management and running of Core Topics and to help the Educational Event Administrator (Seminars) with seminar meetings.

6. To provide support in the running of the Association’s webinar programme using Zoom Webinar.

7. To undertake all delegate correspondence, sharing responsibility to monitor and take ownership of the general events inbox. To deal with initial enquiries, to confirm bookings and to process cancellations and ensure queries are resolved prior to the meetings. 

8. To be a point of contact for telephone and email enquiries pertaining to the Association meetings, courses, Core Topics and seminars. To proactively respond to all enquiries and ensure that they are dealt with in an efficient and timely manner. 

9. To assist the Educational Events Co-ordinators with allocated components of the Conference project plan where assigned which may include but are not limited to: badging, accommodation, workshops, photography.

Core Topics Logistics

1. To lead on the Core Topics programme proactively ensuring set KPIs are achieved. This will be done by forward planning to ensure the Core Topics are booked in the calendar of events in a timely manner to ensure maximum lead times for marketing of the Core Topics programme. Avoiding where possible conflicts in the Core Topics programme with other Association events and other society/organisations events that may be in direct competition.

2. To be responsible for all organiser, speaker, and delegate management for Core Topics making sure all requirements are accurately recorded and that their needs are met before, during and after the event.

3. Communicate sponsorship and exhibition opportunities to the Partnerships and Sponsorships Manager. Act as the primary contact for exhibitors and sponsors post-onboarding, providing administrative support and ensuring clear communication, timely deliverables, and positive relationships throughout all event stages.

4. Work with our e-education Manager in setting up and running webinars using Zoom. 

5. To be responsible for on the day running of the Core Topics. This will include travelling to Core Topics across the UK and will require overnight stays.

6. Contract with venues for Core Topic events, ensuring they are within budget and have favourable terms. Work with the venues to coordinate requirements such as room setup, catering, and audiovisual needs.

7. To prepare delegate, speaker and exhibitor materials for meetings and Core Topics.

8. To ensure that all bookings are correctly processed via the Association CRM. To keep accurate records of booking numbers and patterns and to report progress to the team on a weekly basis. 

Finance

1. To produce and maintain accurate financial records of bookings taken for meetings and Core Topics and to issue invoices and receipts where necessary.

2. To liaise with the finance department regarding registrations and to ensure resolution of financial queries.

Continual Improvement

1. To be responsible for post evaluation information for events detailing delegate statistics and feedback, making recommendations for improvement and to attend and give feedback on all aspects of event activities during weekly meetings.

2. To work with the events team to ensure the continual development and improvement of the educational programme, both through content and format of meetings, be it online, hybrid or in-person.

3. To ensure the smooth running of administrative systems throughout the team, maintaining an effective filing and archiving system and to develop procedures to accurately record information.

4. To be responsible for implementing quality assurance within the Association QA policy and procedures

5. To develop and maintain effective relationships with members, staff and external contacts.

6. To attend educational committee meetings as and when required, to produce reports relating to Core Topics/meetings to be submitted to the education committee.

Marketing

1. To proactively review and update the content of the events and Core Topics pages of the Association website on a daily basis (where necessary).

2. Work closely with the Digital Communications team and Educational Events Manager to plan, develop, and execute promotional activities that enhance event visibility and boost registrations.

3. To assist with data collection for events and further analysis if required.

This job description is intended to reflect the main duties and responsibilities of the post and is not an exhaustive list of duties. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties which are commensurate with the role.

Person specification

Skills, knowledge and experience 

Essential

Educated to degree standard or equivalent.

1-2 years’ experience of organising the logistics of events, delivering results on time and to budget. 

Sound administrative skills and proven administration experience in a busy, customer-focused environment.

Experience of flexible working with ability to vary work patterns and prioritise tasks to meet the changing needs of the business as and when required. 

A very strong organiser, able to juggle multiple priorities, achieve tight deadlines and delegate clearly. 

Excellent oral and written communications skills with confidence to communicate clearly, concisely, effectively, with an excellent telephone manner. 

Excellent interpersonal skills and able to develop good relationships with colleagues at all levels.

Demonstrates a positive ‘can do’ attitude.

Resourceful, flexible, and creative, proven ability to solve problems and work well under pressure. 

A conscientious worker who applies attention to detail.

Strong Computer and IT literacy skills in a Windows environment.

Desirable 

Experience of working within the membership or not-for-profit sectors. 

Experience of using Microsoft Dynamics

Experience of using marketing software platforms such as dotdigital

Experience in running online events, using Zoom.

Plantlife are the global voice for plants and fungi.  From the tiniest lichen to the mightiest oak, they shape our world.  Our mission is a world rich in plants and fungi.

The restoration of nature, at scale and pace, is vital to combating the interconnected crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and societal and health challenges. Plants and fungi, at the heart of healthy and functioning ecosystems have the power to mitigate the impacts of climate change and rebuild a thriving natural world which supports the wellbeing of communities.

We believe that abundant and diverse plants and fungi must be our foremost consideration as we work to restore our depleted environment.

We are seeking a new CEO to guide us through this critical chapter for climate, nature and society.  Do you have the passion and energy to work with our talented and committed team as we tackle some of the most profound challenges of our time?  Can you harness your credibility, personality and networking and story-telling skills to help us grow our profile and influence, and to deliver impact in partnership with others?

What will you be doing?

The CEO will play a vital role in shaping the Plantlife of the future by providing bold and inspirational leadership, vision and strategic direction. The CEO will be the public face of the charity, a compelling ambassador capable of championing our vision and mission to a diverse range of audiences on a national and international level. 

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate will be able to evidence their passionate interest and credible stature in relation to nature, climate and/or sustainability and combine this with proven leadership experience. They will also evidence the capacity and resilience to lead and grow a conservation charity in challenging circumstances. 

We would love to hear from you…. 

We have engaged Perrett Laver who will be conducting  an executive search process in parallel with the public advertisement of the role. 

For further information please go to Perrett Laver's website Perrett Laver: Chief Executive Officer

Imperial Health Charity is a catalyst for transformative change in healthcare, driving bold investment in innovation, patient care, and community wellbeing across the five hospitals of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. As an independent charity, we push beyond the limits of NHS funding, championing pioneering research, cutting-edge medical technology, and initiatives that improve hospital environments and staff wellbeing. We are driven by a passion to make a real difference to people’s lives, working in close partnership with the Trust and our generous supporters to achieve our shared goals.  

With demand on the NHS at an all-time high, the opportunity to drive meaningful change has never been greater. As our current CEO looks to retire, we are now seeking an exceptional Chief Executive to lead the charity into its next era of growth and influence. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of healthcare philanthropy, strengthening our strategic vision, forging powerful partnerships, and amplifying our impact within hospitals and the wider community. As the public face of the charity, the CEO will inspire and engage donors, NHS leaders, and high-profile partners, securing transformational funding and championing our mission on a national stage. They will foster a high-performance, inclusive culture, empowering our team and embedding our deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We are looking for a visionary leader with executive-level experience in a charity, healthcare, or complex multi-stakeholder organisation. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of strategic leadership, financial and operational management, and high-level stakeholder engagement. They will be mission-driven, collaborative, and passionate about making a genuine difference to the future of healthcare. At Imperial Health Charity, we believe that a diverse and inclusive leadership team is key to our success. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and from those who share our passion for creating exceptional care and better health, beyond what the NHS alone can provide.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the Imperial Health Charity on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit the Saxton Bampylde website using reference ABRTA. Applications should be received by noon on 10th March 2025.

The role of our Events Coordinator is to drive forward Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s fundraising efforts through the coordination, delivery and review of our portfolio of income generating events throughout the year, and providing events expertise and support to colleagues across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:
Coordinate, plan and deliver a portfolio of events:
Concurrently project manage all aspects of specific events (charity-owned, third-party and challenge events), ensuring all tasks are assigned and completed as per each event’s project plan.
Produce event budgets and ensure events are run within budgeted expenditure and achieving budgeted income, negotiating with suppliers for the most cost-effective prices where appropriate.
To evaluate event performance against agreed objectives and ensure these insights and learnings inform future decision making and planning.
Propose new test events for the charity to diversify its portfolio, researching and building the business cases.
Maximise events income and develop new relationships with potential partners:
Monitor and manage the Events Fundraising budget for your responsible events and forecast as necessary, accounting for variances and taking a proactive approach where required.
Produce event evaluation reports at the end of each event to capture learnings and to support with planning for the next event.
Ensure future opportunities for the charity are followed-up post-event and are recorded as a soft-benefit in any event evaluation reports.
Ensure accurate recordkeeping of supporters, projects and events, using the Fundraising database.
Deliver high quality, donor-centric supporter care and stewardship, ensuring a quality experience for supporters at all events that reflect the values and identity of the YAA, and builds long-term relationships with our supporters.

Create and implement a marketing, communications and advertising plan:
Work alongside the marketing team to devise a multi-channel marketing plan for events and feed into the Fundraising team’s general marketing and communications planner.
Liaise with the Marketing and Communications department and external agencies to produce marketing material to support the promotion of events and post-event PR.
Update online event listings and ensure the YAA website event page is up-to-date.

Develop excellent relationships and represent YAA at the highest levels:
Maintain excellent, professional relationships with both new and existing supporters and suppliers.
Work with colleagues and volunteers across to raise the profile of and recruit event participants and attendees, and to pass on leads to relevant teams.
Keep abreast of new developments and trends in the fundraising events arena.

Team management:
Work closely with fundraising, marketing, admin and finance colleagues.
Recruit, co-ordinate, engage and motivate volunteers to support planning and delivery of events.

Budgetary responsibility:
Recommend an annual Events Fundraising budget for inclusion in YAA’s annual budget, with detailed income/expenditure breakdown, phasing, target ROI, rationale and key performance indicators.
To manage and monitor the budget events fundraising, ensuring income targets are met, costs are in line with the agreed budget.
Submit monthly written performance reports to the Directors of Fundraising.

Personal development:
Attend mandatory training, as directed by your line manager, to ensure underpinning knowledge, skills and competencies are developed and attained, to carry out your job effectively.
Continuously update and develop your expertise and knowledge of charity’s activities.
Share knowledge and skills with other members of the Fundraising Directorate.
Stay abreast of industry best practice, insights and emerging trends and taking proactive steps to quickly and effectively utilise and share findings to benefit the charity.
Develop relationships with peers in other organisations to keep abreast of new developments in the charity and events sectors and to share best practice.

General:
To act as an ambassador for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance by undertaking public speaking engagements when required to do so.
To attend Marketing/Fundraising and Regional meetings as required.
To ensure all systems and processes are followed in accordance with operating procedures.
Ensure accurate records are kept, using the CRM and appropriate MS Office programmes.
To observe Health and Safety requirements at all times and comply with the Charity’s policies and procedures including the requirements of GDPR.
To carry out other duties as required by the Director of Fundraising.
To undertake projects as required and be an active member of certain focus groups.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required:

Essential:
Experience in event coordination, preferably in the charity sector, and be able to demonstrate a strong track record in fundraising and achieving financial targets.
Experience of project management and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent attention to detail.
Well-developed interpersonal skills, particularly around negotiation, persuasion, motivational and collaborative attributes.
Full UK driving licence with access to own car.
A willingness to travel and work unsocial hours both in the evenings and at weekends.
Computer literacy (Microsoft Office Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
Have suitable home based accommodation to provide an office space.

Desirable:
Experience of delegate/supporter management.
The ability to build professional relationships, tell the charities story in order to engage supporters and remain upbeat and positive when in challenging situations.
Proven experience and current understanding of the events fundraising market.
Experience of using a CRM or database.
Residing in the Yorkshire area.
Experience of working from home.
Experience of working to an income/expenditure target.

To apply for this position via our website:
Provide a CV and covering letter stating how your experience, knowledge, abilities and skills match the job requirements along with why you are applying.
Complete the optional Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.

Please visit our website for further information and for the full job pack. 

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