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- Job Title: University Access Officer
- Salary: £27,570
- Closing Date: Thursday 12th December
- Reporting to: Programme Manager
- Contract: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week, Permanent
- Job Location: London
- Interviews: Tuesday 17th December
- Start date: Monday 6th January
- School Location: Vauxhall/Enfield
About the organisation
The Access Project is an education charity; we believe that every young person can make the most of education, unlocking their potential and creating a fairer society.
Our mission is to support students from under-resourced backgrounds to access top universities, through a unique combination of tuition and in-school mentoring. We work with them to make good applications, get the grades and transition to university.
The programme combats educational inequality and improves social mobility by raising students’ grades and supporting them to understand the pathway to a top university. Students who receive support from our programme are almost twice as likely to attend top universities as statistically similar students, according to UCAS.
Safeguarding Statement
The Access Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the organisation.
Why work at The Access Project
People who work at The Access Project are motivated by the desire to create a fairer society. We all play an active part in achieving the mission to help students from disadvantaged backgrounds access top universities. At The Access Project, we’re a friendly, collaborative, supportive and inclusive team, with passionate people working together in Delivery, Sales and Partnerships, Strategy, Finance and Operations to achieve our mission.
The vision of our people strategy is to enable and inspire all employees to achieve, grow, succeed and thrive. We regularly have opportunities for people to share their ideas in various working groups, generating strong teamwork across the organisation.
We value every individual who works at The Access Project and we have a wide range of benefits that make this a rewarding place to work. In our last staff engagement survey, 90% said they’re proud to tell people they work at The Access Project.
About our values
- Empowerment - We support students and our people to develop the skills and knowledge to accomplish their goals.
- Courage - We encourage our students and our people to be authentic, innovative and ambitious in order to reach their full potential and deliver our mission
- Impact - We evolve our programmes through an evidence-led approach, supporting our students to achieve their best outcomes
- Inclusion - We respect and value individuality and engage diverse voices to achieve our mission.
- Ownership - We hold ourselves accountable in all our actions and efforts. We ask “What can I do to improve my results?”
About the role
This vacancy is for a University Access Officer to work in Oasis Academy Hadley and Lilian Baylis Technology School.
The University Access Officer works with school staff at all levels, volunteer tutors, and with the rest of The Access Project’s team to ensure that the delivery of the programme is optimised.
Role responsibilities
- Work directly with students in a professional and safe manner
- Engage with students in school and enrol them onto the programme
- Match students with volunteer tutors
- Monitor student attendance to tutorials and devise innovative solutions to encourage attendance
- Assess student progress towards being able to make successful university applications
- Upload information onto the Salesforce database (training is provided)
- Monitor the impact of tutorials, and intervene as appropriate
- Build and manage relationships with volunteer tutors to ensure they have a positive experience of the programme
- Manage tutor attendance to tutorials through weekly monitoring systems
- Work with school staff to ensure their cooperation and timely completion of activities contributing to the smooth running of the programme
- Chair and present at termly school meetings with Senior Management to report on programme progress.
- University Access Officers support the volunteering team by helping to deliver tutor training sessions, and attending university site visits, which take place on occasional Saturdays and weekday evenings (paid time off is provided).
- Support with projects in the Delivery team
- Any other responsibilities reasonably deemed necessary by The Access Project’s Programme Managers or Director
Person specification
- Able to communicate and influence with impact at all levels
- Able to deliver projects and manage administration accurately
- Able to effectively time manage
- Able to lead and manage change to embed the programme in school
- Resilient and adaptable
- Skilled in building and maintaining excellent relationships
- Can demonstrate a commitment to upholding the values and behaviours of good conduct
- Can demonstrate an ability to take action to keep young people safe and raise concerns
Training and Development
You will be provided with regular monthly training so that you can develop your skills and succeed in the role. There is support from your line manager (Programme Manager), as well as guidance from more senior University Access Officers and the wider University Access Officer team across The Access Project. There are opportunities for progression, including several additional responsibility roles which are available for UAOs to apply for once they have completed their probationary period successfully.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave p.a. (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure.
- PerkBox – offering nationwide shopping discounts, gym memberships, holidays, learning and much more.
- Employee Assistance Programme, a 24-hour helpline for staff
- Online Medical assistance – access 24/7 to a qualified GP within minutes, with referrals and prescriptions available same-day.
- Interest-free travelcard loans
- Travel-allowance for expenses over £10 per day, where applicable
- Cyclescheme loans
- 3 paid Volunteering Days
- Employer’s pensions contributions (3%)
- CPD options
- The Access Project welcomes requests for flexible working arrangements
Equal Opportunities Statement
The Access Project aspires to represent the diversity of communities across the UK at all levels of the organisation and proactively takes steps to support this. We are committed to creating a culture where the experiences and voices of people from marginalised backgrounds are listened to and valued; where their skills are appreciated; and where their talents are nurtured and encouraged.
The Access Project is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you believe you have most of the skills to fulfil the role we encourage you to apply. Amongst staff at our organization, there is under-representation of people who are Black, Asian or people from ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled, care-experienced, from low socio-economic backgrounds, and who are LGBTQIA+ . We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience in reference to our mission.
We are proud to be a Level 1 Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments please contact us.
Disclosure of a Criminal Record
The Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986 applies to posts where there is access to children. This means that applicants for employment that involves working with children and young people must disclose anything listed in their criminal record, with the exception of protected cautions and convictions. All Disclosures are carried out in the strictest confidence and are made only in connection with your application for employment and for no other purpose. The application for a DBS check at a level appropriate to the job role will be activated before your first day of work. Members of staff who are not eligible for a standard or enhanced DBS check are required to undertake a basic DBS check only in line with legal requirements. If you are selected for appointment to the role, you will be subject to this procedure.
Present or most recent employment
It is important to give full information, including the organisation you work in, or most recent employment if not currently working, full dates, address and explanation of any gaps in employment.
References
All appointments are subject to verification of employment and suitability of the candidate for the post applied for. We reserve the right to approach any previous employer for a reference and to verify their identity but will request your permission before doing so. If you have experience of working with children, please include this as one of your references.
Education, Qualifications and Training:
Ensure you give all the information requested, including dates, establishment where you studied and make clear the level of any examinations e.g., GCSE, GCE 'O' Level or 'A' Level or equivalents etc. and the grades you obtained. Also include any skills training you have had. You will be required to produce original documentary evidence of any qualifications relevant to the job, and these will be detailed on the person specification
Proof of qualification is required before the appointment is confirmed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
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We are seeking a visionary and dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation through its next phase of growth and development.
This is a rewarding role offering hybrid and flexible working.
If you are a senior leader with a passion for improving the quality of life for unpaid carers by providing essential support, then we want to hear from you!
Position: CEO
Location: Harrow/Hybrid
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £52 - £60k per annum
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: 3% pension, 26 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays, free parking, hybrid working, Employee assistance programme
Closing Date: 6th December 2024 12 noon. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised date and therefore encourage early applications.
The Role
As CEO, you will be responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management and financial sustainability of the organisation. You will drive the mission forward, enhance visibility and deepen the impact of the charity in supporting unpaid carers, by working with a dedicated team of employees and volunteers.
About You
You will be an experienced leader with a thorough understanding of carers’ issues. You will have a genuine commitment to and sympathy with, the organisations objectives, maintaining its ethos and providing vision.
The CEO will be able to demonstrate the following:
• Leadership, management and organisational skills, including fairness and impartiality and openness to new ideas and methods.
• Ability to think and operate strategically
• Ability to work closely with Trustees, Team Management Group and staff, building professional positive working relationships in a constructive and consultative environment, looking for and acknowledging the contribution of others and making them feel like valued members of the team and resolving performance issues in a respectful way.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and other care organisations positively, in order to achieve results that are in the best interest of the charity in the fulfilment of its strategic aims.
• Entrepreneurial mindset able to lead the commercial part of the organisation.
You will have experience of:
• The issues faced by carers
• Strategic and day to day management of a third sector, public or commercial service organisation with a track record of performance delivery
• Senior line management
• Financial management
• Human Resources management
• Managing organisational change
About the Organisation
Join a growing charity supporting and empowering unpaid carers across Harrow, with an annual turnover of £2M. The mission is to improve the quality of life for unpaid carers by providing essential support, guidance, and resources. By working collaboratively with local and national partners, the team ensures carers receive the recognition and support they deserve.
You may also have experience in areas such as CEO, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Director, COO, CFO, Finance Manager, HR Manager, Finance Director, HR Director, Charity Director.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Sightsavers implements projects in over 30 countries in Africa and South Asia working to eliminate avoidable blindness and promote the rights of people with disabilities.
Title: NTD Program Officer
Location: Mali
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract
Salary: Local Terms and Conditions apply
About the role
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are a significant public health issue in Mali, including Trachoma, Lymphatic Filariasis, Onchocerciasis, Schistosomiasis, and soil-transmitted helminths. These diseases, linked to poverty and poor hygiene, cause serious morbidity and social discrimination, hindering socio-economic development. The Finance Assistant will support the implementation of WHO guidelines for NTD elimination and control, contributing to strategic plans and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The role involves managing financial records, logistics, and IT equipment, as well as supporting grant management and collaboration between finance and programme teams. Additionally, the Finance Assistant will help implement HR policies and ensure statutory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Ensure good collaboration with partners (INGOs, MoH, and Regional Health Directorates).
- Ensure routine data collection into organisational templates.
- Participate in key meetings and keep technical notes of each.
- Support national programmes in the finalisation of various reports and their archiving.
- Support national NTD programmes to implement activities according to required standards.
- Plan and play an active role in the supervision and monitoring of project activities.
- Submit reports of field activities as well as success stories.
- Support the writing of first drafts of Annual Project Reports (APRs).
- Follow up on the Due Diligence process by ensuring all required documents are in place.
- Properly archive all project documents (concept notes, full proposals, log frames, APRs, etc.).
- Work with the Programme Manager to ensure requested information and documents are uploaded into the Programme Portal.
- Participate in the elaboration of annual operational plans.
- Participate in the implementation of Programme Cycle Management (PCM) and Quality Standard Assessment Tool (QSAT) recommendations.
- Support data collection for the development of concept notes for new projects.
This is a highly varied and involved role and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills. Please see the Job Description for full details.
Jobholder Requirements
Essential
- Ability to think quickly, responsively, and effectively to communicate information, practices, concepts, and ideas to a wide range of audiences
- Ability to work collaboratively and build consensus.
- Organisational skills.
- Ability to identify important issues and communicate these effectively to colleagues.
- Able to manage multiple tasks across teams effectively.
- Analytical and IT skills, with proficiency in using the Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-moving environment, with competing deadlines.
- Ability to travel up to 20 weeks per year anywhere in the country.
- Ability to travel outside the country at least once a year
Desirable
- Written and verbal communication in French and professional skill in English.
Closing date: 8 December 2024
Next Steps
We are planning to hold interviews on Thursday, 12th December, and Friday, 13th December. Please note that all applications must be completed in English, as it is our business language and will be required for our projects.
To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.
As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people living with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking a talented and experienced leader to join our Strategic Leadership Team.
You will have a compassionate heart and be deeply motivated by your evangelical Christian faith to lead the financial management and operations of this respected Christian Ministry.
Your experience in operations or business development within the charity sector will ensure that Release International’s day-to-day operations remain compliant, responsive, effective and efficient.
Your significant competence in financial management will enable you to analyse financial information, and other data, to support decision making at a senior level.
Your proven track record of strategic planning, team building, proactive risk management, and ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects will be essential to the role.
As the lead for all aspects of ‘People and Culture’, you will use your excellent people skills and positive outlook to empower and encourage others towards success, promoting and modelling our person-centred Christian ethos, culture and values.
If you believe God may be calling you to fulfil this exciting new and pivotal role and you understand the importance of excellence in the stewardship of our precious resources, then please apply for this full-time position which is based at our office in Orpington, Kent, with some agreed flexibility to work from home.
Applicants must be committed to Release International’s evangelical Christian beliefs (occupational requirement).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Harris Hill is recruiting for a Accounts Payable Officer on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract 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
The Accounts Payable Officer will work on purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit card management and maintaining the staff expenses.
You will cover the following:
- 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
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The Organisation
Beat is the UK’s eating disorder charity. Founded in 1989 as the Eating Disorders Association, Beat's mission is to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders. Its national Helpline exists to encourage and empower people to seek help quickly, as early treatment greatly increases the chances of recovery. Individuals can reach out to Beat online or by phone, where they will be listened to, helped to understand the illness, and supported in taking positive steps towards recovery.
Beat also extends support to family and friends, providing them with essential skills and advice to assist their loved ones while maintaining their own mental well-being. Beat shares a vision of ending the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders and is driven by the people it serves, the impact it can make, and the commitment shared among its members.
More information about Beat can be found on their website.
The Role
The Chief Executive Officer will line manage the executive team and any other relevant roles.
As the leader of the charity the Chief Executive Officer will interact with staff and volunteers across Beat setting a successful and positive culture to enable Beat to meet its objectives.
The Chief Executive Officer will build and manage relationships with numerous stakeholders including donors, politicians and experts in eating disorders.
Person Specification
- Evidence of leading the development and delivery of organisational strategy, key targets, service improvements and management of change within an organisation of similar size and complexity.
- Solid track record of effectively managing resources and budgets, with experience of delivering long term financial sustainability and stewardship of valuable resources.
- Ability to forge and nurture effective partnerships and collaborative relationships with a range of organisations both inside and outside the research, healthcare and/or charitable sectors.
- Demonstrable evidence of strategic development and leading and inspiring people /organisations and developing effective partnerships.
Please download the Candidate Information Pack for further information on the role.
How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this fantastic opportunity, please provide the following with your application:
• An up-to-date CV
• A supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, outlining your experience, motivations and suitability for the role.
All applications are being handled by our recruitment partner, Russam. All applications should be uploaded via the Russam website.
If you have any difficulty uploading your application or if you would like to have an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter - Managing Partner, Charities.
Application Closing Date: Monday 13th January 2025
Interviews with Beat (Panel & Informal): w/c 3rd February 2025 and w/c 10th February 2025 (Norwich)
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Job Purpose
IRRI has given a high priority to growing our work and impact in Africa. The Regional Director will be responsible for providing strategic and practical insights and follow-through to position and grow IRRI in Africa. The Director will ensure a strong reputation for IRRI in relation to our capability to bring big solutions to issues critical for Africa like rural poverty, resilience and sustainability, nutrition/health and national economic advancements.
The Director will lead the development and implementation of an overall Africa strategy as well as country strategies for IRRI's research needs, outreach, capacity strengthening, partnerships and resource mobilization. This will include identification and development of project opportunities, focusing on key contributions IRRI can make to develop the agriculture and food system in target countries in the region.
The Director will represent IRRI's interests before governments in Africa and liaise closely with relevant government offices and agencies. Act as one of the chief spokespersons for IRRI in Africa and interact with a wide range of national and international partners and donors to seek new opportunities for research and partnerships, including fundraising, private and public-private sector partnerships.
The Director will also advise IRRI management and scientists on regional and national developments, emerging issues for research, new opportunities for funding, and appropriate policies and procedures for working and traveling in the region. Manage IRRI's relations with CGIAR centers, other international organizations and development agencies operating in the region.
This position will be based at the IRRI Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya and is open for international applications.
Roles and Responsibilities
- To position IRRI and its reputation as a major contributor to critical issues in Africa
- To significantly grow IRRI in Africa to better achieve our mission to impact on rural poverty, climate resilience, the environmental sustainability and nutrition/health
- Lead the development and implementation of an overall Africa strategy as well as country strategies for IRRI's research needs, outreach, capacity strengthening, partnerships and resource mobilization. This will include identification and development of project opportunities, focusing on key contributions IRRI can make to develop the agriculture and food system in target countries in the region
- Provide strategic leadership and enable effective governance and management of IRRI's major research and development programs in Africa by ensuring coherence and synergy between various research programs, projects and activities. This includes oversight of robust financial administrative and human resource systems
- Represent IRRI's interests before high government entities in Africa and liaise closely with relevant government offices and agencies, and local and regional research and education institutions
- Act as the chief spokesperson for IRRI in the region and at international forums with interest in research and development in Africa
- Interact with national and international partners and donors to seek new opportunities for research and partnerships, including fundraising, coordination and engagement with both public and private sector
- Build and maintain a strong and healthy working relation for IRRI with other CGIAR centers, international organizations and development agencies operating in the region
- Create and sustain positive relationships with traditional and non-traditional donors, local missions and development agencies to ensure continued support of IRRI's research and outreach activities in the region
- Coordinate regional and national projects in a manner aligned with IRRI's strategic plan and embedded in IRRI's research areas to ensure synergy and coherence
- Identify and prioritize opportunities to develop IRRI’s programs and activities in Africa
- Provide necessary advice for IRRI management and scientists on regional and national developments, emerging issues for research, new opportunities for funding and appropriate policies and procedures necessary for current and future strategic work in Africa
- Coordinate efforts and resources to build the funding and partnership base to grow IRRI in Africa
- In coordination with the HQ, oversee the management of IRRI offices, finances and human resources in the region
Qualifications
- PhD in agricultural sciences, rural sociology, development economics or related field
- Over 15 years of relevant experience in research, leadership and outreach activities
Skills Required
- Experience in developing large research for development projects
- Demonstrated ability to work in multicultural and multidisciplinary team
- Track record of managing multi-country research for development programs
- Record of high-quality publications
- Prior experience of leadership, partnerships, mentoring and team building
Applications
Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the qualifications, competencies, skills together with a detailed curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources and Organizational Development Office, Ms. Anna Junsay with a subject: Application – Regional Director, IRRI in Africa - your full name.
The position is urgent and will be filled as soon as suitable candidate is found. Only qualified applicants with relevant skills and experience will be contacted. We recommend applying as soon as possible and not later than 4 December 2024.
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Procurement OfficerLocation: Central London, (Hybrid working: 4 days from home, 1 day in the office on Tuesdays)
Organisation: Health Regulator
Contract Type: Temporary (immediate start until Spring 2025)
Pay rate: £150-£250 per day
Your new role
Recruiting a highly skilled Procurement Officer with extensive experience within the Local Authority to join a leading health regulator based in Central London. This role requires a candidate with a strong understanding of procurement frameworks, request for pay processes, and e-sourcing, particularly using Atamis. The successful candidate will have end-to-end procurement experience and be able to start immediately.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the full procurement process from initiation to contract award.
- Utilise e-sourcing tools, specifically Atamis, to manage procurement activities.
- Ensure compliance with procurement frameworks and regulations.
- Handle requests for pay and manage related processes.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and provide effective solutions.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
Requirements
- Extensive experience within Local Authority procurement.
- Strong understanding of procurement frameworks and request for pay processes.
- Proficiency in e-sourcing tools, particularly Atamis.
- Demonstrated end-to-end procurement experience.
- Ability to start immediately.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Available to work 4 days from home and 1 day in the Central London office (Tuesdays).
- Only candidates with a 1-2 week notice period will be considered.
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.
- Committed to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry trends.
What you need to do now
- This role is not suitable for candidates currently in a permanent role due to the immediate start requirement.
- Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.
If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please apply.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
You don’t have to know about Down syndrome. You can learn about Down syndrome, but we need you to know how to nurture the heart of an organisation and its people.
Freelance/self-employed contract for 3 – 4 days per week
£30k - £40k p.a. depending on experience & hours – hours and fee are negotiable
Please see our video on our website (Meet the Team, Current Vacancies) for further details from our Chair, James.
Lead the 17-year-old charity into a brighter future
The role demands quality skills and experience in management, governance, building teams and communities, fundraising and finance – in person and online.
Can you simultaneously be creative, a problem solver, ideas person, developmental, positive leader, supporter, confidante, prudent and adventurous?
We are very keen to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a 5 min video explaining who you are and why you suit the role and would like this work.
Please send your CV and a 5 min video outlining why you're excited about this role and what you will bring to it. Details of the email address to send this to are on our website.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
Enabling children with Down syndrome to maximise their potential
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our client provides support services to families of seriously ill children in London, Surrey and Sussex, partnering with 9 local NHS hospitals who refer families to them following a child’s diagnosis of cancer or a life-challenging condition. Through their family support workers, they work with children, siblings, and parents to understand their individual needs, offering them personally tailored support both in hospital and at home to help them cope more easily, improve their mental wellbeing and access practical help.
As Chief Executive, you will provide exceptional leadership for a driven and passionate organisation to enable them to deliver on their strategic aims.
We are actively seeking candidates with the following:
- Experience of strategic leadership at a senior level
- Experience of increasing and diversifying income
- Strong financial acumen
- Strong ambassadorial skills
- Experience of working with a children’s / young persons charity is desirable (but not essential)
For further information, please see the dedicated microsite by clicking 'Apply via Website'.
This charity is committed to achieve greater diversity in its Executive Team and Board and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief or disability.
Deadline for applications: Sunday 5th January (midnight) 2025
Interviews with Prospectus: 13th-22nd January 2025
Interviews with the Panel: 27th-29th January 2025
Closing Date: 05 Jan 2025 23:59:59
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The New Economics Foundation (NEF), one of the UK’s leading progressive think tanks, is looking for an experienced strategic leader to help oversee its finance, operations and governance.
In recent years, NEF has worked hard to stabilise our finances, improve our systems, and promote an inclusive and productive workplace. We have a solid base to build from – whether it’s the long lease on our premises on Albert Embankment or several long-term programmes of work – and are looking for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help us to implement a new strategy and organisational structure, improve our business model and diversify our income, support excellent financial and operational support, and deliver excellent project management and resourcing. Given that our current COO leaves us in mid-December and that the role itself may change over the long-term, we are looking for a COO to join us on a 12 month fixed-term contract beginning in January 2025.
NEF offers generous terms and conditions, including a salary in the range of £78-87k per annum for a 32-hour working week that can be worked flexibly. Most colleagues work two days a week (usually Tuesdays and Wednesdays) in our office in central London, but that can be adjusted up or down depending on preferences. We offer 25 days leave, which increases the longer you are with us, a progressive pension/long term savings scheme and a host of other useful benefits.
A note from the CEO
I applied to join NEF because it is one of the UK’s largest and most-respected progressive think tanks, with a nearly 40 years track record of producing radical ideas and influencing policymaking to deliver a more just and sustainable world. From global debt justice to retrofitting homes, from the Happy Planet Index to campaigning for a 4-day working week, from promoting local economic development to championing the Green New Deal, NEF has been arguing for an economics as if people and planet mattered.
Since starting at NEF in January 2024, I have been impressed by the quality of our work and people, the influence we have on policymakers and opinion-formers, and the respect we are held in. That said, from climate change to rising inequality, the challenges the world faces are immense. We are finalising a strategy refresh that focuses on the areas where we think NEF can make the greatest difference.
I believe this is an excellent time to join the think tank sector. The world needs radical new ideas and workable solutions. I have found NEF to be excellent place to work, full of bright and passionate people, who are equally good at influencing the Westminster policy agenda as they are building power in communities across the country.
If this is a challenge that excites you, please do let us know!
I look forward to hearing from you,
Danny Sriskandarajah
CEO, New Economics Foundation
NEF wants to be an inclusive workplace with a diverse body of staff. We don’t want to conform to the traditional think-tank model where people from certain backgrounds are hugely under-represented. We know we have some way to go in this and are therefore genuinely keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; women; neurodivergent people; disabled people; people who identify as LGBT+; people with experience of mental health problems; and people who identify as working class or have done so in the past.
If you are disabled and have the essential skills and experience to do the job we will invite you to an interview. If you need information in a different format please let us know.
We will make use of positive action to select between candidates of equal merit as a way to address under-representation in our workforce.
As we are looking for someone to start in January 2025, we will be conducting this recruitment on a rolling basis and will close it when we have a found a suitable candidate, so please apply as soon as possible. We expect the first round of interviews to be 27/28th November.
Staff are expected to spend two days a week in our central London office, but we will explore different arrangements with individuals where this is helpful to support making reasonable adjustments for those with protected characteristics and/or caring responsibilities.
You must be eligible to work in the UK, we are unable to sponsor visas.
To apply and for more information, please visit our website.
Please also complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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INS has 30 years experience supporting adults with neurological conditions and their carers. A dynamic and ambitious Operations Lead will join our multi-disciplinary team to provide and effective service and deliver our strategic aims.
The Operations Lead will work closely with the Chief Executive and have particular responsibility for; administration, finance, property, IT and data managment, human resources.
You will be responsible for line managing the non-clinical members of our team.
You will work with CEO to develop our volunteering and property strategies.
The job offers a suitably experience candidate an opportunity to build and develop skills within managment in a small, innovative and well-established charity.
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Your new company
This organisation is a community-focused international development and humanitarian charity based in North West London. It addresses poverty within the community and extends support beyond it. This organisation creates opportunities for unemployed individuals to achieve self-reliance, provides dignity for the elderly, assists refugees, and responds to international disasters. The charity is actively growing, so it needs extra support within the finance team. This is a hybrid role with 2 days required in the office per week. Working hours are 09:00 -17:30, with an early finish at 15:00 every Friday.
Your new role
- Reporting to the Finance Manager
- Invoice and payment processing - managing the entire invoice payment process, including receipt authorisation, and weekly payment runs in the finance system (Iplicit). Handle grant transfers to partners, setting up payments in Bankline.
- Expense management - Oversee staff expense payments and manage credit card processes, including monthly reconciliations for NatWest cards. Administer prepaid card processes, including requests, top-ups and reconciliations.
- Reconciliation tasks - Reconcile supplier payments and direct debits to the ledger. Ensure all bank accounts are reconciled against the cash book. Post monthly bank interest, charges, and fees to the ledger.
- Journal preparation - Prepare and post routine and month-end journals, including depreciation, accruals and prepayments. Ensure automated journals are run and posted correctly.
- Financial reporting and compliance - Complete month-end reconciliations and maintain supporting documentation. Maintain fixed assets and contract registers. Assist in preparing annual accounts and documentation for auditors.
- Cash management - Manage petty cash and foreign currency floats. Update the charity's monthly cash holding position as part of treasury management.
What you'll need to succeed
- Studying / part-qualified in a recognised accountancy qualification.
- Proven bookkeeping and financial accounting skills.
- Previous Finance Officer / Assistant Accountant experience in a medium-sized organisation.
- Experience of preparing month-end close.
- Strong Excel skills with excellent attention to detail.
What you'll get in return
- 23 days of annual leave + bank holidays and other religious holidays. After 2 years' service, holiday entitlement increases to 25 days.
- 5% contributory pension scheme.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Season ticket loan.
- Health Cash plan
- + more
What you need to do now
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The role
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, as Chief Executive you will oversee the Trust’s operations, champion its mission and ensure its influence and impact. You will provide inspirational leadership and provide clear direction, engaging members, supporters, staff, stakeholders and volunteers for the effective delivery of the Trust's charitable objectives whilst ensuring that all Trust activities are legally compliant and executed to the highest standard.
As Chief Executive, you will develop and oversee our Strategy, setting long-term goals and ensuring that activities align with the Trust's vision and values. You will prioritise being impactful, collaborative, united and proactive in all aspects of the Trust's work. Through the Senior Management Team and dedicated combined workforce of employees and volunteers, you will ensure that the Trust's vision and goals are achieved through a culture that enables a high performing, high impact workforce, that inspires passion and commitment towards wildlife conservation.
Advocacy is a key aspect of your role, building and nurturing relationships with external stakeholders, such as landowners, local authorities, businesses and government agencies, to promote wildlife-friendly policies and establish meaningful partnerships.
Our ideal candidate
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who really wants to make a difference, build on our achievements and lead nature’s recovery in Hertfordshire and Middlesex. Personal attributes include integrity, resilience, adaptability, and the ability to inspire and support a diverse team of staff, volunteers and other supporters. The Chief Executive benefits from a strong and happy team of dedicated staff and the support of our committed and talented Trustees.
We are looking for a candidate who offers:
- Inspirational leadership and motivational management at a senior level.
- Proven ability in strategic planning, translation into operational delivery and monitoring of outcomes.
- Strong organisational management skills, able to prioritise, set budgets, innovate, evaluate information logically and thoughtfully and to make rational high-level judgements and decisions.
- Adept at developing and building relationships and partnerships.
- Strong advocacy skills and political astuteness.
- Persuasive and passionate communication skills.
- Ability to build and develop partnerships with a range of stakeholders internally and externally.
Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust wants everyone to feel valued and empowered to contribute to our vision and is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible.
How to apply
We would love to hear from anyone who believes they have the drive, knowledge and experience we need and want to work with people who care passionately about wildlife.
To apply, once you have read our full recruitment pack please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter setting out how you meet the role’s criteria. We are especially interested to hear why you would like to play a leading role at Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust and what you would particularly bring to the role. In addition, please ensure you include in your covering letter, confirmation of the following:
- Your eligibility to work in the UK.
- That you hold a current driving licence.
- Your current salary and salary expectations.
- Your notice period.
As part of the selection process, we will be looking at candidates’ online presence and social media profiles to look for any public comments that would be contrary to the mission or values of the Trust or that could bring the Trust into disrepute.
The application deadline is 9am on Monday 2nd December 2024.
About the Trust
We are the leading conservation charity in our area, committed to protecting and standing up for wildlife and inspiring a lifelong love of nature. Our strategy for a wilder Hertfordshire and Middlesex is ambitious, with a target of 30% of land in recovery for nature by 2030.
With 50 members of staff and 1100 volunteers, the Trust owns and cares for 700 hectares of nature reserves and work with farmers and other landowners to offer advice to support nature’s recovery.
Through our engagement and communications programmes, we are driving a step change in the number of people taking action for wildlife.
How do we support you?
The Trust strives to be a positive employer supporting our staff through flexible and hybrid working, and training and development. We recognise the importance of our staff team and looking after their health and wellbeing. Our values and expected behaviours reflect the culture which the Trust seeks to maintain to ensure productive, efficient, effective and pleasant workplaces and roles.
In support of this, we offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits. You can find out more here on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are currently looking for a dedicated and dynamic People Officer to join our People and Culture Department on a full time, permanent basis.
The successful candidate will will support the Head of People Operations, by providing operational excellence and best practice across all day-to-day touchpoints of the employee lifecycle. The People Officer will have a key part to play in resourcing and onboarding responsibilities across teams, which will include uploading new job adverts to external sites, liaising with candidates throughout the recruitment process from booking interviews to notifying candidates of decisions. In addition the role will support the People Partnering and Culture teams, where required, as well as monitoring and responding to emails from the HRTeam inbox.
The successful candidates will display experience in the following areas:
- 360° employee lifecycle
- Coordinating Recruitment process from start to end
- Maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters.
- HR and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
- Payroll and benefits administration
Being an integral member of the People and Culture Team, this dynamic role requires an innovative individual committed to managing and enhancing the entire employee lifecycle. This position is perfect for those who are passionate about people practice, offering a unique chance to leave a lasting impact on our employee experience.
This role sits within the People Operations team, which sits within the wider People and Culture Department, which also includes the People Partnering and Culture teams.
Please download the attached Job Description for a full overview of this role responsibilities.
We welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian or Ethnically Diverse background or those who are D/deaf or disabled. If you wish to discuss reasonable adjustments such as a BSL interpreter for your interview please indicate this on your application form. Interviews will take place at The Southbank Centre.
By attracting people to work for us from a broad range of backgrounds with diverse attitudes, opinions and beliefs we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. The Southbank Centre is a warm and welcoming place to work, with great aspirations and ambitions to create great and accessible work for all. We pride ourselves in building a supportive environment to enable the development of our staff.
If you feel you have just some of the required skills and experience but meet the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply; we are very open to continuing the training and development of individuals who are self motivated to acquire new skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
Southbank Centre
The Southbank Centre is Europe’s largest arts centre and one of the UK’s top five visitor attractions, occupying an 11-acre site that sits in the midst of London’s most vibrant cultural quarter on the South Bank of the Thames.
Its impact and reach are significant and it is respected internationally as a convener of great artists and diverse audiences and for being entrepreneurial and innovative in response to a volatile and changing financial landscape. The Southbank Centre is a charity that is determined to demonstrate its ambition to remain innovative, disruptive and experimental in what it does and to be highly relevant to the artists it wants to work with and to the audiences it wants to attract.
The Southbank Centre believes that a commitment to diversity and inclusion helps it be a more relevant and effective organisation.
Our Artistic Mission
The Southbank Centre exists to provide great artistic experiences for everyone. Through art, we invite our visitors to enjoy shared cultural encounters together. To gaze. To listen. To be moved. To discover a new idea or a new perspective. We are proud that for the last 70 years, the performances and exhibitions here have moved millions. We have provided a home for art and for artists. A community centred on art, where everyone, no matter their job, helps make the experience.
At the Southbank Centre we believe in:
Creating welcoming spaces
- Because upholding respect, safety and belonging is at the heart of vibrant teams and communities.
- This means us all taking responsibility for shaping and protecting a kind, compassionate and inclusive environment for others.
Making wonderful experiences together
- Because we all contribute to amazing artistic moments at the Southbank Centre.
- This means us all understanding and valuing the different parts we play in creating enjoyment and success.
Sparking new thinking
- Because different views and thought-provoking conversations inspire innovation, learning and growth.
- This means everyone having a desire to learn and being open to evaluating how they think and work.
Benefits & Perks:
As well as working at one of London's most popular and exciting sites the successful candidate will also benefit from the following:
- A min 5% employer’s pension contribution (rising to 9% depending on your employee contribution), from day 1 of employment
- 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Hybrid working model (3 days office working, 2 days from home)
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced family leave benefits
- Up to 30% discounts at onsite retail, food and beverage vendors
- Staff ticket offers for Southbank Centre events
- Free entry to Hayward Gallery
- Free/discounted entry with other reciprocal organisations
- Free staff yoga
- Free access to emotional support from a confidential specialist Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
The deadline for applications is 23:59 on the closing date for the job posting.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.