Finance Manager Jobs

About BRAC

BRAC is an international development organisation founded in Bangladesh in 1972 that partners with over 100 million people living with inequality and poverty to create opportunities to realise human potential.

About BRAC in Europe

BRAC's European office plays a pivotal role in forging strategic partnerships in support of BRAC’s programmes. We build impactful, long-term relationships with partners whether they be governments, private sector organisations, or major private donors. We also play a leading role in engaging with policymakers in Europe to tackle extreme poverty.

To support BRAC’s global mission and growth ambitions we are embarking on a new strategy to secure long-term strategic partnerships in key European markets, including the UK. We are building a team of exceptional fundraising leaders with the vision, passion and expertise to lead the organisation into our next phase of development.

About this role

The Trusts & Foundations Manager (UK) will be a vital part of our Partnerships team. BRAC has identified Trusts and Foundations in the UK as a key programme partnerships priority, and this role will lead our work to forge and steward new and existing partnerships with trusts and foundations in the UK, including corporate funders.
This role is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a truly unique development organisation formed and led from the Global South, to help take our UK trust and foundations, including corporate portfolio to the next level. We are seeking an entrepreneurial and ambitious fundraising leader, either from the for-profit or not-for-profit sector, with a track record of co-creating strategic partnerships with foundations and corporations, who is a self-starter and will relish the opportunity to grow BRAC’s foundations and corporate portfolio to deliver impactful, long-lasting change.

If this is you, we’re keen to hear from you. Send your CV and covering letter by the closing date of 12 December 2024.

Job Summary 

The purpose of the Area Giving and Finance Adviser role is to provide comprehensive finance support to churches within the Willesden Area, aiding them in the development of their ministries, manage Common Fund giving and to support the Area Bishop’s staff team in the management of resources including monitoring clergy post numbers, curate funding, and other financial matters. As part of a small team of Area Giving and Finance Advisers, the role involves offering training, resources, and advice on parish financial management and administration, and advice on various giving methods, including online and contactless options. Additionally, the role entails promoting generous giving through training initiatives, facilitating the award of grants and loans to churches from Area funds, and fostering effective communication and relationship-building between the Area team, Finance team, and parish officers. 

Job responsibilities 

Financial support  

• Enable churches to develop their respective ministries, manage their finances effectively, and meet their statutory responsibilities.

• Provide finance and other appropriate training, support, resources and advice to the clergy, PCCs and parish officers.

• Assist the Bishop, Archdeacons and Area Deans in managing Common Fund giving by the churches in the Area.

• Facilitate and monitor the award of grants and loans to churches from Area funds.

• Support the Area Bishop’s staff team and Area Council in monitoring the use of Area resources, including post numbers, curate funding and other matters.

Giving  

• Supporting parishes to encourage a culture of generosity and giving

• Promote generous giving through training, preaching and providing resources to clergy and parish officers.

• Support the introduction of different methods of giving, including online, contactless, and Parish Giving Scheme.

Relationship management  

• Build relationships with, and promote effective communication between, the Area team, Finance team, parish officers and the other Area Finance Advisers.  Work with the National Giving Team on projects that support parish ministry.

Other duties  

• The role will require regular evening and weekend working.

• Complete other duties commensurate of the role. 

Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on the main responsibilities. 

Person Specification 

Essential 

• Experience of encouraging charitable giving.

• Experience managing a wide variety of professional relationships. 

• Educated to A Level or equivalent standard. 

• IT proficiency (MS Office suite). 

• Fluency in spoken English and ability to communicate clearly in English. 

• Understanding of the ethos and mission of the Church of England, and of the role of parish clergy. 

• Effective written and oral communication skills. 

• Numerate and financially astute – comfortable working with financial data. 

• Strong administrative skills, including use of Microsoft Office. 

• Self-motivated, as work needs to be undertaken proactively and with limited supervision. 

• Attention to detail – accurate and efficient. 

• Strong interpersonal skills, including relationship building and discretion. 

• Christian faith with empathy to the mission and values of the Church of England. 

• Right to work in the UK. 

• The person will not require a DBS check. 

Desirable 

• Experience of charity accounting (accounting qualifications are not a requirement).

• Educated to degree level.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on Person Specification. 

About the London Diocesan Fund 

The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the employment body that serves and supports the Diocese of London and Church of England. The Diocese of London comprises of c400 parishes north of the River Thames and within the M25 motorway. 

The Church of England in London is growing, vibrant and at the heart of communities throughout the capital. At the London Diocesan Fund, we seek to do everything we can to support this mission and growth, using our resources to help our parishes and chaplains to serve over 4 million people. 

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion 

The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. 

We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation. 

Safeguarding 

The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. 

Benefits of working with us 

The LDF offers a supportive working environment, opportunity for career development and the following financial benefits: 

• Competitive remuneration package 

• 27 annual leave days to rise to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays 

• 15% employer pension contribution and salary sacrifice available 

• Death in service benefit x3 of basic gross salary 

• Enhanced maternity leave of six months full pay, after 12 months’ of employment 

• Season ticket loans of public transport 

• Access to Benenden Health Insurance 

• EAP counselling through Health Assured

• Up to £100 for eye test and contribution to spectacles

• Two additional paid days for community volunteering 

This role will support the Finance Manager in all aspects of accounting and financial management responsibilities including processing supplier invoices, issuing monthly sales invoices, reconciling bank accounts, supporting preparation of managements accounts, budget and year end accounts. The role will also be liaising with the admin team, as well as other internal departments, suppliers and customers.

You will also oversee the day-to-day accounting and financial management tasks to ensure that the charity's accounts are accurate and up to date and ensure that the various tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Salary: £21,200 (0.8) / 26,500 (FTE)

Hours: 29.5 hours a week

Benefits: Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro rata), including bank holidays

Some days need to be taken at specified times during the year, e.g. Christmas to New Year closure dates

Additional annual leave awarded for long service

Free tickets to selected shows

Birthday coffee and cake voucher

Staff discount in the café

A pension is offered to all employees

Key responsibilities of the Bookkeeper

Bookkeeping & Financial Transactions:

• Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process.
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records up to the trial balance stage.
• Assist with month-end tasks and processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

Accounts Payable:

• Process supplier invoices (via Dext and QuickBooks) and reconcile supplier statements.
• Match supplier invoices with purchase orders and manage payment remittances.
• Handle supplier queries and staff expense claims efficiently.

Accounts Receivable:

• Raise sales invoices in accordance with the Sales Order master sheet.
• Assist with credit control by chasing late payments and reconciling income streams such as payments, donations, and grants in collaboration with the fundraising team.

Bank Reconciliation & Cash Handling:

• Reconcile bank accounts (volunteer and petty cash accounts).
• Handle cash transactions and ensure proper posting onto QB / Cash log spreadsheet
• Managing Petty Cash
• When required make card purchases and log in Purchase Order record

Payments & Salaries:

• Prepare and check fortnightly payment runs
• Upload salary payments to the online banking system
• Process payments and receipts into accounting software (QuickBooks)

Compliance & Financial Support:

• Ensure compliance with charity-specific accounting regulations
• Support budgeting and financial planning activities by working closely with the finance team and department managers
• Provide training and support to colleagues on finance procedures, such as sales orders, purchase orders, petty cash and expense claims.

Financial Processing for Hire and performances:

• Support the Head of Programming to ensure timely processes around ticket sales reports and payments to companies
• Support the Head of Programming to compile PPL and PRS reports to ensure music royalties are correctly recorded
• Support the Bookings Manager to create invoices for commercial hires, performance hires and monthly classes.

Additional responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact for cash-related queries from staff, offering expert advice and support.
• Assist the Finance Manager with various accounting tasks and special projects as needed.
• Support the development and delivery of the organisation's Arts Training Scheme.
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About the role

We are seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to lead the next phase of our development, building on the strong foundation we've established.

In this key leadership role, you'll ensure smooth, efficient operations across all functions, including finance, HR, facilities and communications, managing a small, dedicated team. Your work will directly support our teams in delivering vital services, reaching key targets and achieving our mission, offering you the chance to make a lasting impact in a growing, purpose-driven organisation.

This fast-paced role requires a proactive, resourceful individual who can manage daily operations while considering the bigger picture to implement new ways of working. As part of the Senior Management Team, you'll also help shape and deliver our organisational strategy.

Additionally, you will have the unique opportunity to co-lead our participation in the London Communities Human Rights Programme, a four-year project aimed at embedding a human rights-based approach in all areas of our work, in collaboration with the British Institute of Human Rights.

Key Responsibilities

• Finances
  • ​Ensure robust financial management and controls, supported by the Director and an external financial consultant, with a focus on achieving value for money; effective risk management; timely and accurate reporting; increased financial literacy within the organisation and efficient use of resources.
• HR
  • ​Lead the development and implementation of HR initiatives, systems and procedures that are efficient, aligned with best practices and reflect our values and strategic goals. Ensure staff are well-supported, with a robust performance management system in place across the organisation. Collaborate with the Senior Management Team to foster a learning culture, enabling staff to work at their best and achieve success as a team.
• Facilities and Compliance Management
  • Ensure efficient management of facilities and full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements across health and safety, data protection, cybersecurity and other operational standards. Collaborate with the Senior Management Team to uphold quality standards, including the Advice Quality Standard, Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner, London Youth Quality Mark and Investing in Volunteers.
• Other
  • Oversee the management of IRMO’s social media platforms and website
  • Oversee the organisation of key events, including our Annual General Meeting, staff meetings, training sessions, strategy day and other organisational events
  • Lead, inspire and manage the Operations team in line with IRMO's policies and procedures, supporting team members to achieve their full potential

Person Specification

• Essential
  • At least three years of experience in a similar role
  • Strong understanding of finance and budget management for an organisation of IRMO’s size (£850,000 turnover)
  • Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
  • Understanding of UK employment law, HR best practices, health and safety, data protection and safeguarding
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English
  • Tech-savvy, including knowledge of Google Workspace and Microsoft applications
  • Strategic understanding of how financial and operational management supports service delivery, with a commitment to continuous improvement
  • Skilled in streamlining systems, processes and procedures for enhanced efficiency
  • Proven ability to take ownership of projects from conception to completion with minimal oversight
  • Highly organised, able to manage workloads and balance tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Adaptable and proactive, capable of solving problems independently with limited resources
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly
  • Understanding of charity governance and the challenges facing the charity sector
  • Strong understanding of issues facing migrants in the UK, particularly the Latin American community
  • A commitment to IRMO's vision, mission, and values
• Desirable
  • AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting (or equivalent) or equivalent work experience
  • Ability to communicate in Spanish and/or Portuguese

We aim to recruit the most suitable candidate for each role and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who identify as members of underrepresented or minoritised groups, as well as from Latin Americans and those with lived experience of the immigration and asylum system, to better reflect the community we serve.

Role: Partnerships Account Manager 

Location: Hybrid - London/home with regular UK travel

Salary: 36k-45k dependent on experience

Demand for our specialist tutoring programmes for Children Looked After, those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC) continues to increase and we are seeking an excellent addition to our team to support the increased demand for our provision and to support the continued scaling of our organisation.

The Organisation

Equal Education is a social enterprise working to improve outcomes and narrow the attainment gap for disadvantaged and vulnerable learners, including Children Looked After, those with SEND, and unaccompanied asylum seeking children. We have 12 years’ experience delivering 1:1 tuition, working with schools and Local Authority partners across the country, reaching hundreds of pupils annually. 

As a member of the Fair Education Alliance, we believe in providing meaningful educational provision to students whose needs may not be best met within a traditional classroom environment, those who aren’t currently accessing education, or who benefit from additional 1:1 support. We work with over 200 qualified teachers to provide academic, subject specialised and individual tutoring and mentoring for children of all ages. Tutors provide pastoral care and work with pupils to increase engagement and attainment. Our programmes will help the students to overcome barriers to learning, help them build trusted relationships, increase their aspirations, and fulfil their potential. We are passionate about our cause and are looking for people who are motivated by a strong desire to address educational inequality and improve outcomes. 

What is the Role?

The Partnerships Account Manager will drive business growth by securing new partnerships and managing key client accounts across designated regions. With a focus on building and sustaining long-term school and local council relationships, the Partnerships Account Manager will work closely with clients to understand their needs, expand our service offerings, and ensure the highest levels of satisfaction. 

The post holder will manage two administrators who will provide essential bid-writing and administrative support to facilitate efficient and effective client management.

The post holder would benefit from experience or an understanding of working in a small, high-growth organisation. 

The role will be suited to those who have held the title: SENCO, Head of Department, Advisory Teacher, Inclusion Coordinator or Designated Teacher. 

This role is ideal for an ambitious, client-focused individual, passionate about creating positive outcomes for vulnerable students. If you’re ready to contribute to a growing organisation that’s making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Client Acquisition and Relationship Management

   • Proactively seek new business opportunities within assigned regions to grow the client base.

   • Develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with key clients, ensuring their evolving needs are met and service offerings are aligned.

   • Lead regular client review meetings to discuss progress, gather feedback, and identify additional service opportunities.

   • Manage internal relationships to ensure what matters to clients is communicated internally using the proper channels, to allow for effective delivery by our Operations teams. 

   • Maintain good internal stakeholder relationships with our Operations teams to ensure high client demands are balanced with our processes and team capacity. 

2. Strategic Planning and Development

   • Collaborate with Senior Leaders to develop strategies for client retention and growth.

   • Work closely with the wider partnerships team to align on strategic objectives and ensure seamless service delivery across functions.

   • Participate in client and industry events to represent the organisation, expand networks, and identify new business opportunities.

3. Performance Monitoring and Reporting

   • Monitor client engagement, satisfaction levels, and service outcomes; produce regular progress reports for management.

   • Oversee tracking and analysis of client-related statistics to ensure targets are met and clients receive impactful, value-driven service.

   • Manage and track client data and prospect pipelines using CRM systems, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information.

   • Report to SLT on accounts, Tenders, Bids, client meetings on a regular basis

   • Be curious to explore our Salesforce system data, understanding and interpreting delivery and impact data 

4. Team Management and Support Coordination

   • Lead, mentor, and manage two administrators focused on bid-writing, tender management, and client-related administration.

   • Support administrators in producing and reviewing high-quality bid documents and responses that align with client requirements and enhance our partnership outcomes.

   • Provide oversight to ensure that administrative tasks are completed efficiently, supporting smooth client interactions and consistent follow-through.

   • Work with other leads like allocations and recruitment to ensure we can fulfil referrals

   • Foster a strong working relationship between bid writers and recruitment to ensure we can find tutors and go for the right bids. 

5. Bid Management and Process Improvement

   • Oversee the preparation and submission of tenders and bids, working closely with administrators to ensure high-quality and timely submissions.

   • Continuously review and improve internal processes to optimise bid management, client onboarding, and service delivery.

   • Report on bid submission performance, review client feedback to continuously improve. 

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Detailed knowledge of the UK Education Sector.

• Proven track record in client relationship management, with experience in sales or partnership development roles.

• Strong communication skills, particularly in face-to-face and telephone interactions, with the ability to build rapport quickly and maintain long-lasting relationships.

• Experience managing a small team, providing leadership, direction, and support to ensure high-performance standards.

• High level of empathy and commitment to supporting vulnerable and underserved communities.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet both short- and long-term deadlines effectively.

• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) for tracking client data, leads, and progress.

• Proactive, problem-solving mindset, able to address issues independently and provide client-focused solutions.

• Able to work in a high pressure environment, whilst taking initiative, we would want the postholder to ask for support when needed.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working in the education sector or with local authorities, particularly in roles involving SEND or children’s services.

• Knowledge of safeguarding requirements and best practices for handling sensitive information.

• Experience in bid-writing, tender management, or grant applications.

General

The job is subject to having the right to work in the UK, two professional references and a basic DBS check.

Why Equal Education?

• Competitive salary

• Staff wellbeing benefits such as ClassPass membership, access to discounts via Perks at Work, eyecare vouchers, regular wellbeing sessions and team social events.

• Investment in you - we believe in developing from within and offer our team training opportunities and personalised development plans, as well as the chance to get involved with lots of projects across the organisation.

• Flexible, hybrid work environment with regular opportunities for in-person client engagement.

• Working alongside a passionate team working to make a positive impact in the lives of under-resourced children and young people across the UK

At Equal Education, you are the expert. We give you the space, the support and the technology to be your best. The rest is up to you.

Being you at Equal Education 

Every young person we support is unique and our team isn’t any different. Our differences are our strength when it comes to providing a tailored, human approach to education. We are proud of our people and provide an environment where everyone can bring their most authentic self to work. 

Our recruitment practices are carried out in line with equal opportunities and all candidates will be reviewed fairly regardless of age, gender reassignment, sex, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.

Southmead Hospital Charity is looking for an experienced Individual Giving and Corporate Partnerships Manager to build on already successful programmes, with enough scope and flexibility to take them to the next level. 

This is an exciting time to work for an official NHS charity. We've got ambitious plans to grow our income and impact over the next 12 months, including launching a new fundraising appeal to support victims of stroke and neurological injuries. You'll work collaboratively across the team to identify opportunities to reach new audiences, maximise awareness and leverage our existing supporter base to help us reach our goal. 

With the help of one direct report, you will be responsible for the planning and delivery of our individual giving and corporate partnerships programme to meet annual income targets. This includes strategic oversight of our individual giving, regular giving and grateful patient programmes.

You’ll get the chance to work as part of our small and dynamic team, with a variety of flexible working arrangements. We're looking for someone with excellent written and verbal communication skills, a passion for our cause and demonstrable experience of developing effective strategies to increase awareness and raise income from individuals and companies.

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporter engagement and fundraising, we would love to hear from you!

At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes.  We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.  We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above.  These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.

Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.

Please see the attached job desription and person specification. 

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Finance Assistant on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract for this Rehabilitation Charity based in London (Hybrid)

• Position: 12-month fixed term contract
• Reports to: Head of Finance
• Salary: £27,500pa
• Hybrid Working: 2 days a week is required at their offices in London.
• Hours of work Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

THIS IS AN URGENT POSITION LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO START IN TWO  WEEKS.

Interviews are in the next couple of days

As Finance Assistant, you will ensure the delivery and continued development of consistently high quality, cost-effective and responsive services, grounded in the charitable mission, vision and values.

• You will be responsible for the purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit card management and maintaining the staff expenses.
• The Finance Assistant will assist with maintaining finances and developing financial systems.  The post holder will work closely with charity budget holders as well as external stakeholders including customers, suppliers and banks.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the purchase ledger, including processing purchase invoices and payments, dealing with queries, and ensuring all accounts are accurately reconciled.
• Maintain the sales ledger, including raising sales invoices, processing receipts, dealing with queries, and recovering debts.
• Process and reconcile all monthly credit card statements.
• Support the roll out, embedding and maintaining the Expenses App.
• Assist with financial reporting to funders, including collating and copying detailed evidence of expenditure.
• Maintaining petty cash records and reconciling the petty cash float.
• Carry out inductions to explain finance processes to new members of staff and volunteers.
• Provide administrative support to the Head of Finance as appropriate.

Rainforest Foundation UK strives for a fairer and more sustainable world by working with Indigenous Peoples and other communities of the world’s rainforests. We’re seeking a Project Finance and Administrator to join our growing team working at the forefront of the fight against tropical deforestation, climate change and social injustice. Hardworking and with an attention to detail, you will work closely with project coordinators and local partner organisations in the Democratic Republic of Congo to deliver exciting new projects expanding community land rights, sustainable livelihoods and forest protection initiatives.  

About you

The ideal candidate should have demonstrable experience of providing financial and administrative support to projects within charity or international development settings. Proficiency in both English and French is essential, alongside experience a personal commitment to defending human rights. Additionally, you should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work under pressure in complex environments, including up to 12 weeks of travel per year to remote forest areas.  

For further details regarding the role and specific qualifications required, please consult the Job Description. 

We welcome all applicants and encourage those who believe they may not strictly meet all requirements to apply, demonstrating in their cover letter why they are the right fit for the role.

 1. JOB PURPOSE
AKF(UK) Partnerships Managers are part of the Global Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) Partnerships team tasked with identifying and cultivating new funding partnerships and strengthening existing ones to support our strategic goals. They engage with European and Asian government, foundation, and corporate donors to mobilise resources for ten multisector profit and not-for-profit agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) operating across Asia and Africa. In addition, Partnership Managers are responsible for a portfolio of select grants implementing across AKDN themes and geographies in close collaboration with field units, global teams, and our partners. 
 

2. REPORTS DIRECTLY TO - Deputy Regional Director, Europe and Asia, Partnerships
 

3. JOB TITLE: Partnerships Manager (Programme Manager)

4. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND CORE TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

4.1 Securing resources

• Coordinate, facilitate, and lead the development, review, and quality assurance of expressions of interest, concept notes and full proposals for funding opportunities;
• Liaise and coordinate with internal stakeholders as well as with donors, partners, and consortia to facilitate project design, align proposal and donor requirements, gather required legal and administrative documentation, and draft sections of proposals as needed;
• Coordinate processes of contracting and negotiation, engaging relevant stakeholders, and ensuring contracts ‘get over the line’ in a timely and efficient way;
• When needed, provide direct hands-on support at field level in design of concept notes, proposals, and budgets and conduct donor or field visits to support discussions with new and existing donors/partners;
• Contribute to management systems, such as the Award Information Management System (AIMS).

4.2 Grant management

• Manage and monitor a portfolio of grants through regular interface and coordination with AKF(UK)’s partnerships team, AKF(UK)’s finance team and relevant AKF/AKDN agencies/field units, acting as a central resource for field units in donor best practice;
• Interface with donors and communicate on a regular basis about the implementation of on-going grants to ensure strong, enduring relationships;
• Ensure strong relationship cultivation throughout the grants cycle, anticipate, and plan for future funding and project extensions;
• Oversight, coordination, review, and quality assurance of donor deliverables (e.g. work plans, monitoring and evaluation plans, staffing plans, budgets, close-out plans, donor troubleshooting);
• Ensure adherence with donor requirements, rules, and regulations, and that grant deliverables are produced on time and to a high standard;
• Coordinate contractual amendments, changes, and project adaptations, engage with donors in a pro-active and diplomatic way, and flag potential changes (e.g. budget revisions, extensions, risks) in advance to ‘trouble shoot’ and ensure smooth project implementation;
• Facilitate grant monitoring efforts including routine coordination meetings, donor steering committees, donor project visits, and donor monitoring missions;
• Undertake coordination and administrative tasks related to grants and support the maintenance and update of grant management tools and tracking systems such as AIMS.

4.3 Donor engagement and positioning

• Support the partnership unit in researching, sourcing relevant information, and performing analysis of market trends on new donors, peer organisations, and funding opportunities to identify potential funding and partnering matches for AKF and AKDN priorities;
• Work with country teams, AKDN agencies, and the Global Programmes Team (GPT) to identify, build, and support strategic partnerships on aligned global and regional initiatives, innovations and themes with likeminded donors and partners;
• Develop positioning materials (e.g. presentations, capability statements, briefs, talking points), collaborating with communications teams, to enable effective donor engagement;
• Engage with new and existing donors and partners to identify solicited and unsolicited funding opportunities;
• Guide teams to make informed, effective decisions on which opportunities to pursue (including ‘Go No-Go’ requests);
• Identify, cultivate, and pre-position with partner organisations to form or join consortia focused funding bids;
• Conduct due diligence on new partners in coordination with finance and partnerships teams.

4.4 Influencing development and communicating practical lessons and results

• Support the influencing of the development sector by convening and participating at events (e.g. conferences, roundtables, policy forums) to share lessons, innovations and knowledge about our programmes that position us as ‘thought leaders’;
• Engage communications teams to identify opportunities and support the development of content (e.g. social media campaigns, videos) that promote AKF and AKDN’s work and position us as ‘partners of choice’ in the sector. Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Deputy Regional Director of Partnerships or Regional Director of Partnerships.

5. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, BEHAVIOURS, ATTRIBUTES

5.1 Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree essential;
• Postgraduate degree in a relevant field preferrable.

5.2 Skills

• Creativity, critical thinking, and project management;
• Entrepreneurial, pro-active self-starter with maturity and emotional intelligence;
• Ability to problem-solve, work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with numerous and competing deadlines;
• Ability to handle complex relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders in a professional manner;
• Excellent writing, speaking and other communications skills, with thoroughness and attention to detail;
• Ability to provide stable, consistent, reliable and courteous communication when dealing with external organisations, senior colleagues and community members;
• Strong financial literacy, including the ability to read and produce detailed budgets and business plans
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365 and Salesforce;
• French language skills desirable, but not essential;
• Proficiency in one of AKDN’s languages is desirable but not essential (e.g. Arabic, Farsi, Russian, Portuguese, Urdu).

5.3 Knowledge

• Strong proven understanding and knowledge of the UK/European and Asian donor landscape;
• Knowledge of and commitment to international development.

5.4 Experience

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working in international organisations or donor agencies, including field-level implementation or management, and at least 5 total years of professional experience;
• Experience in resource mobilisation and developing relationships, including direct experience with European (EU, Germany, Norway, Sweden, UK) and Asian donors;
• Experience in developing and writing donor proposals and arguments, business cases, concept papers, briefs, executive summaries, as well as coordinating multiple inputs from a variety of sources, and simultaneously managing a variety of relationships;
• Experience developing budgets and business plans;
• Proven success in managing grants in complex organisations with numerous stakeholders.

5.5 Attributes

• Committed to international development, improving the quality of life and promoting pluralism through civil society;
• Demonstrates equity, transparency and integrity with high personal and organisational ethical standards; is fair, honest and trustworthy with respect for confidentiality; inspires and builds trust and respect from others; promotes credibility and professional reputation;
• Respectful of diversity; sensitive toward others in their context, situation and challenges; pluralistic, open and understanding toward other people’s cultures, values, autonomy, and faiths; demonstrates compassion and empathy; is courteous to others with respect for their background, religion, gender and age;
• Committed to acting ethically and upholding safeguarding standards towards all staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries of the organisation.

5.6 Behaviours

• Communicates clearly and concisely, individually and across a broad scope of stakeholders and communities; expresses complex ideas and concepts in simple terms; listens to the views of others; changes communication styles to meet individual and audience needs; encourages dialogue and effective communication by others;
• Builds, maintains and deepens constructive and effective relationships with stakeholders with a specific focus on AKF’s mission; changes approach to achieve desired results if required;
• Has a service focused orientation to others, is flexible and always puts the good of others at the centre of decision making; optimises respect for others and is dedicated to AKF’s purpose and fulfilling the mission;
• Is a supportive team player, collaborates creating a culture of knowledge sharing and team learning to strengthen high business performance. Is proactive in teamwork, has the capacity for continuous learning to facilitate AKF’s mission;
• Inspires self and others to greater performance, professional standards and results; likes to get things done, seeks understanding of goals through role clarity and vision; accepts new challenges and opportunities to enable selfreliance and achievement of full potential; seeks learning, demonstrates a sound mind, and open to change; gives and receives timely balanced feedback;
• Acknowledges creativity, has the desire to expand capacity for new innovations (including technology); adapts established methods for new uses; creates individual, team and organisational learning opportunities; is focused on improving systems and processes; open to change; analyses and synthesizes and challenges conventional thinking; supports the development of communities of practice;
• Enterprising attitude that is quick to search out alternative solutions to needs or problems; demonstrable ability to foster a healthy organisational culture of teamwork and collaboration in problem solving; creates and participates in communities of practice to establish networks of problem solving and organisational learning. 

6. KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Internal Relationships

• Management team
• Staff and volunteers
• Peer partnership managers
• AKDN colleagues
• AKF field unit colleagues
• AKF Head Office colleagues

External Relationships

• Partners
• Donors
• Government bodies
• Beneficiaries
• Relevant UK communities 

Application Details:

• • Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
• Must include CV and a supporting statement that outlines why you want the role, why you want to work for AKF(UK) and how your experiences and skills to date make you the most suitable applicant for the role.
• Application link: www.the.akdn/careers/2193194
• Closing date: 02 nd December 2024
• Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience) + benefits

Summary

As Health Systems Manager, you will play a pivotal role in transforming diabetes care and prevention across the UK. Working with extraordinary professionals in the health sector, you'll drive meaningful improvements for people with, and at risk of, diabetes. Your work will help health systems unlock their potential by supporting healthcare teams to make impactful changes. This is a unique opportunity to build on areas of strength and create conditions for lasting, positive transformation in diabetes care across the nation.

We have a friendly and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our hybrid approach which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role.

Interview date : 12 December 2024

Package

What we can offer you:

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,600 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments)
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working (not applicable to roles with fixed shift patterns)
• 2 Days TOIL in recognition of fixed shift patterns (pro-rata for part-time)
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life
• Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

Main Responsibilities

In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of high-impact systems change and leadership programmes, that align with our strategic goals and support the NHS in achieving better health outcomes. You will work closely with national and regional colleagues to gather insights and shape our support offerings to meet the diverse needs of diabetes systems. As a strategic collaborator, you will build relationships with healthcare professionals, develop partnerships, and leverage insights to guide decision-making and program evaluation. Your leadership will empower teams to improve diabetes care, scaling the reach and impact of our work.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a dynamic, collaborative individual with a deep understanding of healthcare systems and a passion for improving diabetes care. You bring robust facilitation and coaching skills, enabling others to drive change within complex systems. You're adept at building partnerships and are committed to fostering diverse, inclusive environments where everyone's voice is valued. You are solution-oriented, have a track record of achieving strategic goals, and possess excellent evaluation skills to measure the success of our initiatives. Your commitment to ongoing professional development and team growth is essential to advancing our mission.

We are excited to be recruiting our first Executive Manager who will take responsibility for business and funding processes across the organisation, working closely with our existing Clinical Manager, staff and volunteer team and the board of trustees to capitalise on the organisation’s recent successes and support our growth and development. 

About Share

Share Psychotherapy is one of the city’s major mental health charities. Established over fifty years ago, we offer medium- to long-term therapy at nominal fees to people on low incomes. We deliver high quality services offering a range of psychodynamic and creative therapies and modalities. Around 80% of our clients have annual incomes of less than £12k, and we are therefore working at the vital intersection of psychological distress and poverty in the city.

Having moved to our new city centre location in 2023 we are now well established in our new premises and ready to capitalise on the benefits the new premises and location offer to the organisation. This requires a dedicated business leader who can take care of the day to day running of the organisation as well as contribute significantly to the development of future strategy.

We work closely with other charities and the NHS to deliver for the Sheffield population, and we seek to expand the relationships we hold across the sector, to meet increasing demand on mental health services through collaboration.

The role

The Executive Manager is a new senior leadership role, leading on the organisations’ fundraising, partnership and service development and supporting the board in all aspects of organisational governance.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a varied role, bringing professionalism, collaborative style and leadership to the organisation. The role involves leadership in core areas, such as HR processes, charity governance, fundraising and oversight of client finance and building maintenance

Working closely with the Clinical Manager the postholder will ensure that the core functions of the organisation support and enhance the delivery of our clinical service.  The role will manage a small office management / administrative team comprising both paid and voluntary staff.

This is currently a fixed term, part time role, which we seek to extent it into a full time and permanent role subject to secure additional and sustainable funding.

Job description

Service Development

• Develops links and partnerships with other organisations, representing Share and attending external meetings
• Identifies and pursues additional avenues of funding
• Completes funding bids for routine funding opportunities and manages relationships with funders from proposal submission to reporting
• Plays an active part in strategic and business planning with the board of trustees, setting stretching but achievable goals for the organisation.
• Manages and improves as and when required data collection processes, collating and analysing data to informing governance, fundraising and business planning

Governance and Compliance

• Provides support to the Chair of Trustees to ensure sound the governance of the organisation
• Delivers timely and reliable administrative support to the board of trustees, specifically around quarterly board meetings, AGMs and other governance matters
• Manages the organisational risk register, reporting regularly to trustees
• Leads on policy development, compliance and annual reporting cycles
• Maintains and updates HR processes and employment practices
• Working with the clinical manager to assess client experience and ensure a high level of customer/client satisfaction

Operations

• Leads on building management, health and safety and identifying and scheduling building maintenance work
• Oversees management of all elements of the operation of the building including, but not limited to, utilities usage and contracts, building access arrangements, security, first aid provision, fire alarm systems, lone working procedures, and relevant organisational insurances.
• Oversee maintenance and development of the website and IT systems
• Responsible for managing and developing all operational policies

HR

• Oversee and develop all HR policies and processes in consultation with the board of trustees
• Hold monthly performance and development check-ins with staff and volunteers as appropriate
• Provider leadership to the office management/administration team of both paid and voluntary roles
• Oversee the provision of compulsory trainings to all staff and volunteers at Share
• Hold responsibility for organisational compliance with recruitment and DBS legislation and practices
• Deliver strong safeguarding processes working closely with the Clinical Manager
• Lead recruitment processes

Finance

• Overview of payment processes including invoices, wages, and tax payments
• Manage monthly accounts working closely with the Treasurer, reporting regularly to the Board
• Developing budgets for funding bids and monitoring of expenditure
• Hold the organisation’s relationship with the independent examiner, undertaking the annual accounts process and Charity Commission reporting
• Be responsible for banking and bank signatory changes

Person Specification

We are committed at Share to providing a quality service to all our clients and volunteers. However, we know no one person ever meets all criteria fully. Therefore, please help us understand – through your CV and cover letter – which aspects you fully meet and have expertise in, which you meet partially, and which you think may need require support and on-the-job learning.

We are open to supporting an incoming Executive Manager to grow into the role.
Qualifications

• Educated to Degree level, or holds professional qualification relevant to the role (essential)
• Management, HR or Fundraising qualification (desirable)

Experience and knowledge

• Demonstrable experience of management roles at a senior level (essential), preferably in the mental health sector or charities
• Proven experience of fundraising from trusts and other grant making bodies leading to income growth (essential)
• Proven experience of partnership working with external organisations (essential)
• Experience of working in small organisations (essential)
• Experience of working with volunteers (essential)
• Experience of managing budgets, funding and finances (essential)
• Proven record in line management (essential)
• A strong interest in mental health issues and commitment to offering psychotherapy and wellbeing services (essential)
• Experience of building management, health and safety or operational compliance (desirable)
• Understanding of current HR requirements and national policy (desirable)
• Experience of working with, and reporting to, a Board of Trustees (desirable)
• Knowledge of the mental health and wider social service sector (desirable)

Skills

• A collaborative leader who values others and builds strong relationships (essential)
• Team leadership skills including managing other staff and/or volunteers on a day-to-day basis (essential)
• Ability to think creatively and strategically to drive forward development of the organisation (essential)
• Excellent communicator at all levels; able to represent Share and communicate its values and standards across networks (essential)
• Ability to manage and organise own time, caseload and professional development (essential)
• Commitment to developing self, others, and Share as a whole (essential)
• Competence in using IT to perform the role effectively (essential)

Procurement ManagerDuration: 3 months +Hourly rate: £20-£25
Location: Central London, nearest station: Marylebone or EustonHybrid working: 3 days remote, 2 days work from Central London Office
Your new roleRecruiting a highly skilled and experienced End-to-End Procurement Manager to join a regulator based in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire procurement process, with a particular emphasis on tendering and contract management. This role requires a deep understanding of the Procurement Act and public sector procurement legislation.

Duties include:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the tendering process, including the preparation of tender documents, evaluation of bids, and selection of suppliers.
• Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act and other relevant public sector procurement legislation.
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess their capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and provide expert advice on tendering and contract management.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, ensuring adherence to contract terms and conditions.
• Prepare and present procurement reports to senior management.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive experience in end-to-end procurement within the public sector, with a strong focus on tendering and contract management.
• In-depth knowledge of the Procurement Act and public sector procurement legislation.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Committed to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry trends.

What you need to do now
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This is an immediate start temporary position. Candidates must be available immediately or have a notice period of no more than one week. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact candidates who meet the relevant experience criteria. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Job Title: Chief Finance Officer

Line Manager: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Hours of work: 28 hours per week

Salary: £45,000

Role Description

The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) will lead in the development and implementation of the Cathedral's financial strategy and objectives, providing expert financial guidance and support to Chapter and senior colleagues to develop strategy to deliver Chapter's vision. The postholder will ensure law and regulatory compliance and that all aspects of financial planning and management are conducted to provide accurate, relevant and timely financial information to the Cathedral, Chapter and St Edmundsbury Cathedral Trust and Enterprises Ltd.

The CFO will play a lead role in advising the Chair of Finance and Chapter. They will attend all Chapter and Finance Committee meetings.

The CFO is a member of the Cathedral's Senior Management Team and will deputise for the Chief Operating Officer (COO) on occasions.

Key Responsibilities

The CFO will support the Facilities Manager in the development of the Cathedral's Property portfolio and our Net Zero Carbon Strategy.

Strategic:

• Overall responsibility for the finance function ensuring the accurate and timely presentation of management accounts, budgets and cashflow reports and annual accounts for the Cathedral and Enterprises.
• Work with the COO and senior members of staff and clergy in developing the Cathedral’s commercial strategy and delivery of Cathedral Master Plan.
• Providing strategic business planning support to all commercial and charitable operations.
• Be a part of the Senior Management Team taking a leadership role across the whole of the organisation, supporting Chapter and Heads of Departments, and working constructively with the COO and Chair of Finance, Finance committee and Risk Audit and Review committee.
• Proactively asses the impacts on finances to identify and mitigate any significant risks
• Communicate the Cathedral finances to a range of stakeholders as required (e.g. Cathedral congregation, volunteers, funders, donors etc).
• Work with the Finance Committee, St Edmundsbury Cathedral Trust and Chapter to ensure that investments are delivering the best possible return.
• Oversee the introduction of a coherent pay scale for the Cathedral and Enterprises.

Operational:

• Line manage and work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure the effective management of the Cathedral finances including areas such as payroll and pensions.
• Oversee the preparation of year-end reports and financial statements for the Cathedral, St Edmundsbury Cathedral Trust and Enterprises Ltd.
• Work with the Marketing and Communications Manger to review the presentation of our Annual Report and Accounts.
• Produce and oversee the annual budget.
• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Responsible for ensuring an effective routine of internal and external audit.
• Helping Chapter with the process for re-tendering for new auditors from time to time.
• Oversight of the various requirement of HMRC, including VAT, PAYE, and NI.
• To undertake essential company secretarial and compliance tasks ensuring compliance with the Charities Act 2011, company law, financial regulations including the annual returns to the Church of England, Charity Commission and Companies House.
• Oversight and authorisation of claims for Gift Aid, and projects under the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme.
• Ensure effective financial controls are in place.
• To ensure that the Cathedral's restricted funds and investments are effectively managed and accessible to support cash flow or key projects as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, financial policies, regulations and all relevant legal frameworks, together with appropriate management and financial controls and reconciliations are in place, and that the Cathedral has effective banking arrangements.
• Critically assess whether the Cathedral’s accounting software SAGE is appropriate and fit for purpose.
• Support departments across the Cathedral with project development by advising on financial and commercial plans and help develop capital projects and generate business cases and financial forecasts for major developments, undertaking effective tendering for works, and to fulfil the reporting requirements, and their terms and conditions, for donors and grant-making bodies.
• Work with the COO to effectively manage contracts held by the Cathedral (e.g. maintenance, utilities, IT, etc) and ensure value for money.
• Be the lead liaison on the Cathedral’s relationship with our Bankers, Insurers and Investment Managers.
• To support the COO and Director of Enterprises in ensuring that the activities carried out by Enterprises are properly costed, and that all business plans are robust, generating positive returns, with stocks correctly accounted for, reducing the risks wherever possible.
• To ensure the Cathedral invests and prioritises its commitment to the Cathedral's Net Zero strategy.

Governance:

• Attend Chapter meetings and provide regular written and verbal reports.
• Work with the Chair of Finance, Dean and COO to ensure that management information is presented in a transparent way that enables strategic decisions to be taken by Chapter.
• Attend the Finance Committee meetings, liaising with the Chair of Finance to ensure the committee functions well with papers being sent out in a timely way.
• Attend the Risk, Audit and Review Committee meetings.
• Review any governance arrangements related to finance (e.g. Statement of Delegated Authority) at appropriate intervals.

The Abbey of St Edmund: a Millennium of English History of West Suffolk:

St Edmundsbury Cathedral along with its partners West Suffolk Council and English Heritage have been awarded a grant by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

• The CFO must work closely with the project manager to mitigate any financial risks to the Chapter.
• To oversee and authorise financial claims to the project.
• To attend project board meetings if and when required.

Property:

• To provide support to the Facilities Manager in the production and implementation of the property strategy ensuring that it is well considered; investments in the property portfolio are proportionate and effectively delivered; and the returns from rented property are maximised.
• Oversee financial claims and grant funding processes for fabric work.
• Be responsible for developing and implementing our strategy in relation to residential property.
• Oversee residential commercial property leases and transactions.
• Ensure that our property assets are maintained effectively.
• To support and deliver the Cathedral’s Net Zero Carbon Strategy to include reducing energy costs on the Cathedral Carbon Footprint.

Safeguarding:

• Contribute to effective safeguarding systems and culture within the Cathedral alongside other members of the Senior Management Group.
• Undertake any required safeguarding training.
• Follow all safeguarding policies and procedures.

Person Specification

The CFO will bring a proven and successful track record of experience in the following areas.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential:

• Significant management and leadership capability
• An in-depth understanding of current financial challenges and opportunities
• Understanding of advanced accounting, current regulations and tax planning
• Experience of financial project management
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to communicate information and financial data effectively and confidently across the Cathedral as required
• Knowledge of Capital markets beyond traditional sources
• Advanced IT skills; highly proficient in all Office packages, finance and management software

Desirable:

• Previous CFO or equivalent level experience
• An understanding of the complexities of managing financial decisions within a Cathedral or Church of England setting
• Previous experience working with volunteers
• An understanding of and experience in safeguarding best practice

Qualifications:

• Fully qualified accountant
• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development

Personal Qualities:

• Adaptable and flexible
• Able to lead, motivate and inspire others
• Committed to continuous improvement
• Results orientated and metrics driven
• Influential
• Resilient
• Steadfast resolve and personal integrity
• Able to live our values in all that you do

Other relevant criteria:

• Empathy for the beliefs and ethos of the Christian faith
• Committed to safeguarding

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to £45,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 28 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

About the Role:

This role is crucial in the long-term retention and growth of our partnership revenue streams. The role requires strong interpersonal, negotiation, and project management skills to maintain and nurture mutually beneficial strategic alliances to enhance Urban Synergy’s capacity and reach. The position also provides value to our partners and will ensure our collaborations with businesses, foundations, government agencies, and non-profit organisations are sponsored, supported, and sustainable.

We will be looking for someone who can offer more to really get themselves stuck into Urban Synergy to help grow the company and develop the role into their own.

What You'll Do:

Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential Corporate partners within FTSE 250.

Develop and implement a partnership strategy to enhance financial support and resources for Urban Synergy programmes.

Develop tailored partnership packages that align with the philanthropic priorities and interests of our Corporate partners.

Prepare compelling and professionally written proposals and presentations to potential corporate partners. Ensure they are aligned with the interests of potential partners.

Effectively communicate the impact and benefits of partnerships to prospective sponsors.

Lead negotiations and finalise partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with Urban Synergy's values and goals.

Work with legal and finance teams to ensure contract compliance.

Collaborate with programme managers to ensure seamless integration of corporate partnerships into Urban Synergy's initiatives.

Provide regular updates to the leadership team on partnership progress and outcomes.

Work closely with the finance team to manage and report on the financial aspects of corporate partnerships.

Ensure budgetary alignment with partnership goals and objectives.

Who we are looking for:

Proven experience in a partnership development or similar role, preferable within the non-profit sector.

Bachelors’ Degree in Business, management, marketing, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Works collaboratively within a team and also work independently

Comes with ideas and suggestions on how to develop and nurture our partnerships.

Self-starter, who is results-oriented with a track record of achieving fundraising targets.

Is socially dynamic, successful at networking and is able to nurture and maintain positive relationships

Strategic thinking and ability to align partnerships with organisational goals.

Exceptional writing and communication skills and displays a commitment to excellence through careful attention to detail.

Strong organisational and project management skills.

Proficiency in fundraising software, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge of ethical fundraising practices and compliance regulations.

Collaborative and strategic builder.

If you are a curious and empathetic individual committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team at Urban Synergy.

Urban Synergy is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Who we are:

Urban Synergy, an award-winning youth empowerment charity, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Partnership Manager to join our growing team. This position is responsible for driving the development of strategic partnerships with corporate entities and plays a pivotal role in expanding Urban Synergy's reach and impact through meaningful collaborations aligned with our mission to make a long-term positive impact on the lives of young people.

Founded in 2007, by our CEO Leila Thomas, Urban Synergy's mission is to inspire, guide, and ignite the ambitions of young people aged 9-24 years. We focus on early support to build confidence and demonstrate to young people that the world is their oyster. Through our mentoring programmes, we create a positive and lasting impact on the lives of our beneficiaries by fostering personal development, building self-confidence, and providing guidance to help them achieve their goals.

Work environment

Flexible hybrid working. You will be required to travel to London on a regular basis to meet the team, and other in person meetings, sponsored events and Partner organisations.

Urban Synergy is unable to sponsor individuals to work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• Partnership Management: 3 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London