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Greenpeace is a movement of people who are passionate about defending the natural world from destruction. Their vision is a greener, healthier and more peaceful planet, one that can sustain life for generations to come.
QuarterFive are delighted to be partnering with Greenpeace UK in their search for a strategic leader to oversee its Key Relationships Team, actively engage with Greenpeace’s organisational leadership – contributing to key initiatives around inclusivity, anti-racism, and broader accountability – and lead the UK’s 2025 contribution to the global capital campaign. This role ofers the chance to make a significant impact by leading a high-performing team and playing a key role in Greenpeace’s overall leadership.
You will lead a talented Key Relationships Team of twelve, responsible for raising nearly £15.5 million annually from major donors, legacies, and mid-level giving. Your leadership will maintain the team’s strong performance while driving growth, including the UK’s contribution towards Greenpeace’s global capital campaign in 2025.
The capital campaign is a global effort to raise €100 million by 2028, funding the construction of a new ship and the environmental campaigns it will support. For 2025, the UK’s target is to secure £4 million, split equally between the ship’s construction and supporting key environmental campaigns.
As a strategic leader, you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across Greenpeace UK and internationally, playing a key role in driving organisational fundraising performance, cultural initiatives, and Greenpeace’s overall strategic direction.
As Deputy Fundraising Director, Key Relationships, you will:
- Collaborate with senior leadership across Greenpeace UK and International to align on key strategies and deliver shared outcomes.
- Lead a high-performing team responsible for raising £15.5 million from major gifts, legacies, and mid-level giving.
- Guide the Key Relationship team’s UK contribution to Greenpeace’s €100 million global capital campaign, raising £4 million in 2025.
- Support the team in developing and managing current and prospective relationships with high-value donors.
Person specification:
ESSENTIAL:
- Extensive experience of establishing and sustaining relationships with senior-level external stakeholders and/or funders.
- Cross-organisational collaboration experience, with a proven ability to work effectively with senior internal stakeholders, driving collaboration and strategic alignment.
- A strategic leader with experience overseeing high-value income streams.
- Expertise in relationship fundraising in the charity/NFP sector and a proven track record of delivering six-figure income from high-value donors.
- Demonstrable experience of leading, managing, motivating, and inspiring high-performing teams, including managing managers.
- Strong budget management skills and experience delivering against financial targets.
- A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism, with a willingness to continually learn and foster a positive and inclusive culture.
DESIRABLE:
- Capital campaign experience would be advantageous.
- Track record of securing seven-figure donations.
- Experience of overseeing legacy functions – public facing campaigns, prospecting, stewardship and administration.
- Ability and willingness to travel overseas for short periods, with occasional unsocial hours as required.
- Experience of overseeing a celebrity and key influencer function.
Diversity and Inclusion
Greenpeace UK recognise the value in having a diverse workforce, as well as the importance of creating equal opportunities for all. Applications are welcomed and encouraged from people of all backgrounds. Candidates will be selected based on how well they meet the criteria for the role and all applicants will be treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. To find out more, including the many ways that diversity and inclusion is encouraged and promoted at Greenpeace UK, please click here.
If you have any specific requirements which would enable you to participate in the recruitment process more fully, in particular if these relate to a disability or access issue, please contact Ed Cherry at QuarterFive as soon as possible. If you require the job pack in a different format, please get in touch and we will happily provide you with one.
Anti-racism commitments
We are committed to dismantling systemic racism, creating a community of allies and empowering people of colour. One of our Anti-Racism Plan objectives is to proactively achieve stronger representation of Black people and people of colour, particulary within leadership positions.
We have therefore committed to interviewing people from diverse ethnic communities who meet the essential criteria for this role.
If you are from a diverse ethnic community, you meet the essential criteria and you would like to be considered for the role, please contact Ed Cherry at QuarterFive.
Your guaranteed interview application will only be shared with the Greenpeace UK recruiting manager and HR team.
Employee benefits include:
- 25 days annual leave for full-time staff, with additional leave accrued according to length of service up to a maximum of 32 days
- Once a month, all Greenpeace staff take an organisational ‘breather’ day where the office closes with no expectations of output on these days
- Office closure normally occurs between Christmas and new year and staff are not required to use annual leave to cover this period
- Employer pension contribution of 8.5% of basic salary, provided employees contribute at least 3%
To apply:
Right to work - Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Employment sponsorship will NOT be offered by Greenpeace UK for this role.
Applications are welcomed from all those who meet the essential criteria listed above. A detailed brief and support with application will be available to suitable applicants.
Closing date: Wednesday 6th November
Interviews: Thursday 21st November
Right to work - Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Employment sponsorship will NOT be offered by Greenpeace UK for this role.
Applications are welcomed from all those who meet the essential criteria listed in the advert, which includes:
- Expertise in relationship fundraising in the charity/NFP sector and a proven track record of delivering six-figure income from high-value donors.
- Demonstrable experience of leading, managing, motivating, and inspiring high-performing teams, including managing managers.
- Extensive experience of establishing and sustaining relationships with senior-level external stakeholders and/or funders.
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We are recruiting a Team Lead (Horticultural Services) to lead the team at the Stud Nursery in Home Park, Hampton Court in providing a social enterprise and training resource for people to learn and develop skills, confidence and friendships.
Who we are
At Balance we are committed to empowering those we support to build independent, fulfilled and self-confident lives. We work hard to ensure our charitable values are central to the professional experience of those who work for us, with us and who benefit from our services.
About this post
We have a new role for a Team Lead (Horticultural Services). You will be creative and independent thinker, with excellent management skills, who is able to support and empower the staff and volunteers at the Stud Nursery to create a welcoming and supportive environment for adults living with learning disabilities.
You are someone:
- Shares our values of professionalism, recognition, independence, empowerment, partnership and sustainability
- Understands the value of volunteering and user participation in a building community based organisation
- Actively support and promote the charity's objectives across its core boroughs and contractual partnerships
Benefits in working for us
The charity ensure the following benefits for all its operational staff:
- A baseline commitment to pay London living wage for all its front line staff.
- A commitment to training and professional development to support internal progression as part of our performance support.
- Inclusion in and contribution to the charity's pension scheme
- Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days a year plus an additional day off for your birthday
- Access to a range of discount schemes
- Access to the charity's employee assistance programme
- Access to travel card loan and bike to work scheme
Critical Values in the delivery of this role
- To assess, plan and develop the wider multi–disciplinary use of the Stud as a community garden and ecologically sustainable resource by using the value of sustainability.
- Work with the Service Development Manager to maximise the value of partnership and the opportunities on site guaranteeing its development as a social enterprise and local training resource for people with a range of disabilities and enduring mental health support needs.
- Employ the values of professionalism and staff recognition and support staff, volunteers and those working on site to diversify its working environment and increase its revenues through product development, sales, and corporate relationships.
- Work with the Service Development Manager, staff, clients and Stud volunteers to increase access to the site as a community and therapeutic space and encourage the values of empowerment and independence.
Key Responsibilities for this role
- To support the Service Development Manager, Skills and Activities Coordinator, Support Staff and Volunteers in leading the development of the Stud Nursery as a viable social enterprise
- To ensure there is a weekly, monthly and seasonal horticulture plan in place (created in partnership with the Support Workers) which reflects the resources needed for client activities, product sales development and events
- To advise and support the Skills and Activities Coordinator in developing practical skills and/or qualification for people/groups using and supporting the sites development to encourage independence and empowerment
- To mentor and coach those using the sites services to lead and shape the sites programme of development as a sustainable community space and social enterprise.
- Work one Saturday per month, as agreed with the Service Development Manager, to open the nursery to volunteer project gardeners, and as a produce sale point to the local community
- In collaboration with the Skills and Activities Coordinator and Admin Support, to ensure all Health and Safety requirements are met, including site and individual risk assessments, and regularly reviewed to ensure a level of professionalism is being kept at all times
- To manage the Support Workers and Skills and Activities Coordinator, and support the charity’s drive toward values-based recruitment and leadership of its staff, volunteers and those using its services and to ensure staff recognition is held as a core value.
Candidates should ensure their covering letter and cv address the key competences set out in the Person Specification.
Candidates should ensure their covering letter and cv address the key competences set out in the Person Specification.
The development of services that support the independence of vulnerable people with learning disabilities and/or enduring mental health needs and the
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Summary
This role is an expansion of our employment pathway and will be our first dedicated employment coach for our students.
PiP has developed a unique reputation for our experience and quality of employment support for adults with learning disabilities. This has led to an increased number of referrals with a focus on employment, an expansion of our in-house social enterprise capacity, and more employers keen to work alongside us to diversify their staff base.
PiP is keen to respond to and meet this demand. This role for us is the next step in doing so, allowing us to increase our job coaching capacity and providing more dedicated resource for students on their employment journey. As to date our coaching has been delivered across our existing staff team.
Who We Are
PIP is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities or autism to achieve their potential, and to lead lives that are as independent as possible.
Our mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our students.
What You’ll Need
- Working with people with learning disabilities, or a similar client group
- Experience of training, education, or employment support delivery
- Experience of job coaching or supporting work placements
- Understanding of and commitment to a person-centred approach
- An understanding of the needs of employers and ability to articulate the benefits of having a diverse workforce to businesses
- Able to establish, develop and maintain constructive and professional relationships, both internal and external, with a wide variety of professional and carers
- Evidenced experience of success in building strong and positive relationships with a variety of people and organisations
What We Offer:
· The salary for this role is circa £29,500 dependent on experience with incremental pay progression.
You'll get 25 days holiday + bank holidays ever year. We're closed for Christmas but the rest of the year you may take leave whenever you wish.
· An extra day of annual leave for each year you've worked with us up to another 5 (30 in total)
· We offer a travel subsidy of up to £7.50 per day to help with the cost of commuting.
· We provide a 4% pension contribution
· Incremental pay progression
· It's an early finish on Fridays - we close once all students leave around 4pm.
· Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
· We offer regular team meals and social-generally during work hours and they are optional.
· We offer a cycle-to-work scheme and other staff discounts
Our Mission
PiP's mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our service users.
Our commitments
PiP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly applicants who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as people with lived experience of disabilities and individuals from Black and Minority ethnic communities.
PiP keeps all personal information confidential and in line with current data protection legislation and GDPR.
Closing Date: November 17th 2024
We encourage you to apply early, as applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we reserve the right to close the advert sooner subject to finding suitable candidates.
Empowering adults with learning disabilities to achieve their ambitions.
About the Role
Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is responding to the largest emergency in our 40-year history. Over the last year support for our cause has seen significant growth in income as tens of thousands of supporters have joined MAP. Our challenge now is to retain this interest and ensure we sustain income as we respond to the ongoing emergency and the longer-term health of Palestinians over the coming years. With an ambition to be a £50m organisation in the next five years, our fundraising operations team, consisting of database and supporter care functions, will play a key role in enabling over one million Palestinians to access improved healthcare annually by 2028.
The Head of Fundraising Operations will enable fundraising operations to keep pace with the growth in income, futureproofing systems to ensure effective co-ordination and organisation to underpin fundraising activity, as well as delivering on an incredible supporter experience. With a new CRM in place, the role will design and implement a range of systems/processes, maximising the capabilities of the database. Working closely with internal teams including finance, the role will support external-facing fundraisers to achieve their targets, through excellence in data quality and the highest standards in supporter care.
About You
You will use your excellent interpersonal and motivational leadership skills to develop and support team members to deliver their best work. Your exceptional communication skills and the capability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines will be valuable. You will have experience of thriving in a fast-paced fundraising environment, with experience of creating and implementing systems and processes for others to use. With excellent Microsoft Office skills and knowledge of how databases work in a fundraising environment, it is desirable that you have experience of MS Dynamics. Having worked with finance teams, you will be confident in delivery of income and activity reporting. Knowledge of relevant legislation and fundraising regulations for all forms of fundraising is essential.
Duties and key responsibilities
Leadership, Strategy and Planning
- Build and inspire a high-performing, results-oriented team focused on delivering fundraising operations and supporter stewardship
- Lead the development of the data and supporter services strategy
- Lead the implementation and ongoing management of efficient fundraising operations, including MS Dynamics processes, finance and activity reporting and making sure that the Fundraising Team have easy access to accurate information at all times.
- Collaborate with the Director, Deputy Director and Heads of teams to develop team plans aligned with the Fundraising strategy.
- Working with the Head of Technology, integrate systems and proactively stay ahead of emerging trends and horizon scanning to ensure MAP’s fundraising operations takes forward the latest developments.
Budgets
- Create and manage annual and three-year rolling budgets for fundraising operations.
- ·Lead on the tender and appointment of suppliers who will partner on our fundraising operations and supporter services function.
Compliance and reporting
- Ensure all our fundraising operations remain compliant, following guidance from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, Information Commissioner’s Office (Data Protection) and the Fundraising Regulator, as well as embedding best practice.
- Establish and maintain effective systems for donor and prospect pipeline management and provide regular management reports to the Fundraising Heads to enable them to assess fundraising progress, reallocate resources and ensure we meet our income and activity targets.
- Support the Director and Fundraising leads in KPI reporting to the Senior Management Team and the Board of Trustees.
- Develop and maintain documentation on processes.
General Responsibilities
- Support the mission, ethos and values of MAP
- Support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.
- Maintain and improve competencies through continuous professional development.
- Treat with confidentiality any personal, private or sensitive information about individuals, organisations, clients or staff and MAP data.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Skills and experience
•Experience of thriving in a fast-paced fundraising environment
•Experience of creating and implementing systems and processes for others to use
•Excellent Microsoft Office skills and knowledge of how databases work in a fundraising environment, preferably with experience of MS Dynamics
•Confidence in delivery of financial and activity reporting
•Knowledge of relevant legislation and fundraising regulations for all forms of fundraising
•Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to persuade others and to work collaboratively to achieve shared aims
Personal attributes and other requirements
•Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities
•Commitment to a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation & abuse/safeguarding.
•Commitment to upholding the rights of people facing disadvantage and discrimination.
•Commitment to the aims, values and ethos of MAP
•Ability and willingness to work weekends/evenings in emergencies
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about making a difference in women's health and wellbeing?
Since 1932, The Bridge has been at the forefront of supporting our community, and we're looking for a dedicated Head of Finance to lead our financial strategy and management. In this vital role, you will lead on the financial processes, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
Your expertise will be instrumental in maximising our income streams while providing insightful financial analysis to support decision-making.
If you have a strong background in finance, experience in the charity sector, and a commitment to our mission, we want to hear from you!
To apply please submit a CV and cover letter (of no more than two pages), through the Charity Job platform.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Reporting to the Director of Operations and working closely with the National Leadership Team representative for national events, you will manage the events team to deliver excellent service and event support for all New Wine events. This exciting role involves overseeing all aspects of event production, from content development to logistics and delegate management. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the strategic vision and goals of the events are realised, delivering an outstanding experience for global audiences.
The Events Team exists to support New Wine delegates, volunteers, and staff with the initial planning, coordination, and delivery of all New Wine events held throughout the year. This includes two annual national events, the New Wine Festival and the New Wine Leadership Conference, as well as a number of smaller events such as the Reset Women’s Conference, Worship Nights, and Network Days.
Areas of Responsibility:
Event Team Leadership:
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Line manage, train, and develop the events team, which consists of 5 individuals (one vacant), 3 of whom are direct reports.
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Motivate the team, communicating effectively and building relationships internally and externally with key stakeholders and partners.
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Set appropriate goals and key performance indicators (KPIs), managing them effectively to drive activity and performance.
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Join the core team in regular meetings, updating and chairing event specific discussions.
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Coordinating with other departments to rethink processes and strategy.
Event Planning:
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Manage and oversee the New Wine events calendar to ensure that events are planned in a coordinated manner.
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Liaise with specific event leadership teams to determine the vision, goals, and requirements for each New Wine event.
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Set up and chair event planning meetings for national events, monitoring that planning is on schedule and within budget.
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Support Event Managers in the planning and delivery of smaller events.
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Manage external consultants and professionals who support with delivery of events including Production Project Manager and Technical Production Manager.
Event Delivery:
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Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
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Oversee the production, delegate and team experience on-site at any New Wine event. This includes managing the Production Project manager, front desk service team and back-office functions such as ticketing, accommodation, village allocation, telephone and email response, and volunteer team leader oversight and engagement.
Why join our team?
One team: We care about you and invest in our team with training opportunities, quarterly reviews, and flexible working. We are keen for you to flourish here at New Wine, so if you see something you’d like to learn or a skill you’d like to develop, let your manager know!
Workspace: We have moved our office to Work.Life, with our main base being the Liverpool Street branch. Within the building, there are fantastic spaces for meeting, networking and coworking, as well as free coffee and events, breakfasts and well-being activities for us as members.
Healthcare: We are pleased to have recently launched Vitality Healthcare for team members who work more than 15 hours a week.
Events: Joining New Wine has exciting opportunities as we head to our two main events, the New Wine Leadership Conference and the New Wine Summer Festival. Depending on your job role, there may be other opportunities to head to site, but you will be invited, and arrangements will be made in advance. Specifically, at our two main events, we will look after you so you can do your job to the best of your ability. We also make sure TOIL is accrued so that you can rest to the best of your ability too!
Prayer Days: Your physical, mental, and spiritual health are incredibly important to us. While onsite at our events and throughout the year, we make sure to honour Prayer Days.
Pension: After completing three months and passing your probation, you will be automatically enrolled in the New Wine pension scheme. As part of the scheme, we will contribute 10% of your salary. This scheme does not require any contributions from you. However, if you would like to make additional contributions, you can arrange this with the Finance Manager.
Find out more about individual specification and working patterns by downloading the job description.
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About the Role:
As Head of Digital Mobilisation and Engagement, you'll lead a dedicated team of digital experts to implement the charity's innovative strategy and oversee the digital mobilisation programme. Your expertise in social media, email, website, content, paid media, and digital tactics will be instrumental in achieving their goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the charity's digital engagement and mobilisation efforts.
- Implement the Digital Engagement and Mobilisation Strategy.
- Oversee digital channels, including the website, social media, and email communications.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop and deliver a supporter mobilisation programme.
- Work closely with Fundraising teams to support income growth through digital channels.
- Oversee the Digital Engagement and Mobilisation Team.
- Collaborate across the Fundraising and Communications leadership team.
- Oversee production of high-quality digital content.
- Deliver significant growth in engagement with new audiences.
- Use digital to help deliver key strategic priorities.
- Manage budgets and ensure strong financial reporting.
- Report and action insights to improve programme performance.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
- Enhance personal capability through continuous development.
- Ensure data security and confidentiality.
About You:
- Substantial experience leading and managing digital teams.
- Proven track record of developing and delivering effective digital strategies.
- Deep knowledge of digital engagement, campaigning, and fundraising.
- Strong expertise in digital platforms and technologies.
- Excellent data literacy and analytical skills.
- Experience in agile management processes.
- Ability to manage budgets and financial planning.
- Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative approach.
- Passion for making a positive impact.
What’s On Offer:
- An initial 3-6-month contract, 4 days per week.
- A flexible working set up/ some travel to the charity's office in London.
- A day rate of up to £231.15 PAYE per day (£205.57 daily rate + £25.58 daily holiday pay)
Note: Whilst we do our best to get back to every application, due to the volume of interest this is not always possible.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
About Black Thrive
Black Thrive Global (BTG) evolved from the work of the Black Thrive Lambeth Partnership, which was established in 2016. We exist to address the inequalities that negatively impact the mental health and wellbeing of Black people so that the thriving of Black communities is the norm.
Our guiding principle is that Black communities should be at the forefront of reimagining, redefining and co-creating a society where systemic racism and other oppressive systems have been dismantled so that they have fulfilling lives. We have two priorities – building a Black Thrive Research Institute and embedding race equity in systems change.
Job title: Head of Finance and Operations
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Manages: 1 x Finance Officer + 1 x Human Resources & Admin Manager + Dotted line management for all staff in different teams with finance and admin responsibilities
Geographic focus: All
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Hours: 37.5 per week (flexible working available)
Benefits: 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension contribution
Purpose of the role
The purpose of this role is to lead our finance and operations functions and support the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to implement management systems to efficiently run the business and achieve strategic objectives agreed by Global Black Thrive Board of Directors. This includes governance, finance, human resources, IT, legal, health and safety, and facilities management.
This role is strategic as well as multi-faceted and hands-on and will work collaboratively as part of Global Black Thrive’s Senior Leadership Team to
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Develop robust approaches to finance and operations and provide practical support for Black Thrive teams to manage their programmes and projects; and
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Support staff to take on delegated responsibility for finance, HR and operations and to develop their skills and knowledge base.
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Develop a Fundraising Strategy through creating comprehensive fundraising plans tailored to the organisation's needs and goals.
Duties and responsibilities
- Support the CEO to manage the organisation and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including finance, HR, health and safety, data protection, and deadlines for annual returns to Companies House, the Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies, and HMRC.
- Put in place governance and management systems to support the efficient operation of the business, and the achievement of strategic objectives and milestones agreed by the Global Black Thrive Board of Directors.
- Support in the development of Black Thrive’s internal Learning and development infrastructure, particularly with the Learning Week.
- Lead on strategic reviews of organisational policies and procedures and work with the CEO and colleagues to review, update and operationalise policies and procedures.
- Line manage Finance Officer and lead finance functions, including working with managers to prepare and monitor budgets, ensuring that there are appropriate financial controls and operational arrangements in place (including for outgoing and incoming invoices and grants), liaising with external accounting and payroll providers and training staff as required.
- Line mange the HR and Admin Manager and support with updating policies, rolling out strategic changes and communicating these companywide.
- Provide timely and accurate strategic financial management information to enable the Board of Directors, CEO and managers to have effective oversight and make strategic short-term and long-term decisions.
- Work with others in the organisation and support the Fundraising Strategy. This will also include strategies for creating our own independent funds that are not linked to an external funder.
- Support the CEO to fulfil their role as Designated Lead Officer for safeguarding, including updating the safeguarding policy, ensuring that it is given effect and maintaining a robust system of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and training for staff, associates, consultants and volunteers.
- Ensure the provision of effective day-to-day administration of HR functions, including induction, training, learning week organisation and appraisal systems
- Ensure effective management of premises, facilities, and equipment, including maintenance of an asset register.
- Stay up to date with trends and best practices in governance, finance and operations relevant to Global Black Thrive’s mission.
- Work with Global Black Thrive Directors to resolve disputes or disagreements that negatively impact on the achievement of objectives.
- Ensure compliance with legislation and policies relevant to the job role, including equality, safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and financial probity.
- Produce and deliver presentations, reports and other material relevant to the role.
- Occasionally work at weekends and in the evenings when required.
Please note: The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Head of Finance and Operations
E – Essential: requirements without which the job could not be done.
D – Desirable: requirements that would enable the candidate to perform the job well.
Qualifications and Experience
- Equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration or related fieldE
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial and operations in an organisation dealing with multiple and/or complex programmes and partnerships. E
- Experience in developing and implementing new systems and processes in start-up environments D
- Experience of using online accounting software e.g. Xero and setting up and maintaining financial and administrative systems that are compliant with data protection and privacy laws. E
- Experience of fundraising or generating funds for an organisation through grant applications, external funders or through fund raising events and activities. D
Ability, skills, knowledge - Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to balance “taking charge” with motivating others and supporting them to grow and develop. E
- A good track record of achieving objectives and meeting deadlines. E
- Excellent understanding of financial management and controls. E
- Knowledge of statutory frameworks relating to governance, finance, HR, health and safety and data protection and ability to ensure compliance.D
- Commitment to equality for all people as well as good knowledge and understanding of the experiences of Black people of African and Caribbean descent and a strong drive to address the factors which negatively impact upon their health and wellbeing. E
- Commitment to the key principles underpinning the Social Model of Disability. D
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. E
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including conveying complex information adaptable to people from different professional backgrounds and levels of seniority. E
- Excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, ability to multitask and to manage a heavy workload and competing priorities.E
- Ability to work at speed through ambiguity and uncertainty and remain calm under pressure. D
- Ability to remain enthusiastic, optimistic and solutions-focused in the face of adversity and to deliver tangible results with minimal supervision. E
- High level of digital competence to support strategic and operational goals. D
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required but we will treat applicants who have a criminal record fairly and will not unreasonably discriminate because of a conviction or other information revealed.
Please ensure your cover letter demonstrate how you meet the requirements for this role and explain why you would like to work for Global Black Thrive.
We exist to change the odds stacked against Black people by embedding race equity into systemic change so that thriving is the norm not the exception
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Purpose of the job
Are you the right person to lead a team who are passionate about improving mental health and wellbeing for the people of Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow?
We are seeking an interim Chief Executive to cover maternity leave. This role will have shorter term goals namely:
- Supporting the SLT
- Developing an annual business plan
- Reporting to the board
- Identifying areas for growth and income generation
- Recovering reserves to ensure financial resilience over the next year
With strong strategic and leadership skills to continue to support the charity, the interim Chief Executive will continue to lead and inspiring our passionate and dedicated team as we work through our 2023-2026 strategy. The interim Chief Executive will act as the main link between the charity and Board. Together with the Chair, they will enable the Board of Trustees to fulfil its duties and responsibilities for the proper governance of the charity.
The right candidate will have a strong focus on business development, financial stability, thinking creatively and courageously about opportunities for growth and new income streams. You will be a passionate advocate for mental health and wellbeing, ensuring the charity is a place where people feel valued, listened to, and supported.
About Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow Mind
We’re Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow Mind (HFEH Mind), part of Mind the mental health charity. We provide advice and support to empower anybody experiencing a mental health problem and we campaign to improve services, raise awareness, and promote understanding of mental health.
We work in Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow and have a range of services and products to help children, young people and adults maintain and regain their mental health. We work with employers, partners, community groups and other charities to achieve our aims.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategy and Vision
- Ensure that business, operational, and annual plans to underpin the strategic plan are developed, agreed, and implemented.
- Identify and assess strategic risks, issues and opportunities and take responsibility for leading an effective response to each.
- Organisational Development
- Ensuring the charity has an appropriate organisation structure and management system to fulfil strategic objectives.
- Identifying and prioritising funding and commissioning opportunities.
- Ensuring the charity is aware of best practice and maintains a high quality of work.
- People & Culture
- Continue building a staff culture where everyone is valued, clear on their role and equipped to do their job.
- Provide leadership, supervision, annual appraisals and mentoring of the SLT.
- Maintain a diverse workforce that reflects the community, and working towards being a anti-racist organisation.
- Finance
- Be responsible for overall financial health of the charity.
- Recover reserves and identify further areas of cost saving.
- Have an overview of finances and resources, ensuring to operate within agreed annual budget.
- Ensure robust financial management of Charity's resources.
- Consult with Board and Treasurer to prepare an Annual Budget, to be approved by the Board.
- Ensure that there are effective mechanisms to ensure the robustness of external and internal controls (financial and non-financial).
- Governance, Reporting and Risk
- Review major risks which charity is exposed to regularly by the Board and the management team.
- Ensure Board are appropriately informed and involved in organisational activities and the organisation benefits from their experience, skills and expertise.
- Ensure that there are effective mechanisms to ensure the robustness of external and internal controls (financial and non-financial).
- External and internal relations
- Foster good communication throughout charity and externally.
- Actively develop charity's public profile, professional networks and foster good relationships with external stakeholders.
- Set up mechanisms for listening to the views of current and future beneficiaries.
- Regular one-to-one meetings with the Chair.
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Ensure charity fulfils all its legal, statutory, and regulatory responsibilities.
- Engage with National Mind.
- Ensure organisation continues to deliver the Mind Quality Mark accreditation.
The successful candidate will need to evidence the following:
You will have knowledge and experience in:
- Demonstrable track record of operating at CEO level or similar, managing, and embedding change.
- Proven track record of managing, growing, and developing support services in line with best practice in different and diverse communities, ideally in health or social care sectors (within Mental Health specifically preferred).
- Experience in recovering reserves and developing cost-saving efficiencies.
- Experience in restructures.
- Experience working with statutory and non-statutory bodies to achieve commissioning and grant targets and to grow the charity.
- Experience of working strategically to source and secure sustainable funding solutions working within tight financial constraints.
- Building effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders including service users based on principles of co-production.
- Educated to degree level or equivalent, with demonstrable evidence of continuous professional and personal development.
- Excellent people management and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to lead, delegate appropriately, motivate and support the performance of staff.
- Excellent understanding of safeguarding legislation and processes, safety, and quality management.
Your qualities will include:
- An inspiring and empathetic leader, strategist, and communicator, ideally from a mental health background, who can cultivate a culture of learning, creativity, inclusion, and excellence.
- Able to demonstrate passion and commitment for HFEH Mind’s mission (lived experience a plus).
- Strong financial experience and abilities.
- Clear and inspirational leadership and people management skills with the ability to build and lead teams across multiple locations.
- Ability to think and act strategically, developing practical, innovative, and creative solutions to the management of issues and complex problems.
- Ability to identify opportunities to improve business outcomes through partnership at all levels.
- Energy and passion to deliver at pace and cut through obstacles.
- Highly effective influencing and negotiating skills, with the ability to develop partnerships and alliances across a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Politically astute and resilient, with the ability to manage conflict and ambiguity.
- Outcome focused, with the capability and tenacity to drive the agenda forward.
Benefits & Support
We want all our team to thrive at HFEH Mind and we offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, and excellent learning and development opportunities. We are proud of our organisational culture, and we offer a supportive, flexible, and enjoyable place to work.
Employee benefits include:
- Opportunities for flexible working
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing with years of service up to 30 days.
- Workplace pension scheme
- Occupational sick pay scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Regular supervision
- A variety of learning and development opportunities
- Access to “Perkbox” employee benefits
- Cycle to Work Scheme
HFEH Mind are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
HFEH Mind are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing, and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults.
Post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Resources
Reed are excited to offer the opportunity to join HSF Health Plan Ltd as the Director of Resources. This pivotal role is based in our London office on the vibrant South Bank and involves comprehensive management of the Finance, HR, and Governance business functions. If you have a passion for leadership and a background in finance within the healthcare, insurance and not for profit sector, we encourage you to apply.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Oversee the management of Finance, HR, and Governance business functions.
- Manage financial aspects of the company, including quarterly management accounts and annual financial statements for the UK, Republic of Ireland, and Malta.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and oversee internal audits.
- Lead and develop the Finance, HR, and Governance teams, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with senior management to align financial strategies with overall business goals.
- Represent the Finance Department in internal and external projects, ensuring HSF remains competitive in the health plan market.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience as Director of Resources, Director of Finance, or a similar role.
- Fully qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)
- In-depth knowledge of corporate finance, accounting principles, laws, and best practices.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple business functions.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and strategic thinking skills.
- Knowledge of HR management principles and employment legislation.
Benefits
- Competitive salary range of £100,000 - £120,000.
- Involvement in a role that directly supports community health initiatives.
- Dynamic work environment on the South Bank.
How to Apply
Please submit an up-to-date CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in this opportunity and why you believe you are suitable for the role.
Deadline for submissions: Monday, 28th October 2024, 12pm.
First interviews: Week commencing 4th November.
Second round interviews: Week commencing 11th November.
Applications and inquiries should be directed to Jay Sandhu and contact details can be found on the attached candidate application pack.
Thank you for considering a career at HSF. We look forward to your application.
Please review the candidate application pack
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Mind in Enfield and Barnet is a fast-growing charity in North London providing much needed therapy, wellbeing support and advocacy services to people with mental health problems.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified and experienced Accountant to strategically lead and develop the finance team of Mind in Enfield and Barnet.
The role will:
- lead on managing financial sustainability and the assets of the organisation
- ensure compliance to all law and regulation relating to charity finance
- support the CEO in ensuring the effective governance of the organisation
Duties will include working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team on developing the organisation and managing change to sustain and grow the organisation. The successful candidate will also work with the team on potential new funded projects, inputting into proposal/bids. They will provide financial oversight of bid preparation and business development opportunities, and have a strategic overview and management of the finances for all service projects and levels of staffing to sustain projects and growth for the organisation.
Finance duties
- Work with the CEO to ensure good financial practices in place and bring to the immediate attention of the CEO, SLT, the Finance & HR Committee (FHRC) and Trustees, as appropriate, any and all areas of financial and risk control.
- Manage the overall financial strategy, preparing 3-year plans, budgets, forecasts & monthly management accounts which are prepared accurately and delivered in a timely manner.
- Produce and monitor a cash flow forecast and highlight any risks to the organisation.
- Monitor and explain variances and ensure timely action to correct any issues.
- Together with HR, prepare monthly payroll instruction, check payroll and organise timely payment. Work with HR, to ensure HR documentation is consistent with payroll and forecast.
- Ensure all sales and purchase transactions are processed in a timely and accurate manner. Work with SLT to ensure necessary in place contractual and purchase order documentation in place for income.
- Maintain accounting controls and implement policies and procedures which meet the requirements of SORP and ensure a secure and confidential financial system with appropriate backups.
- Manage financial audits including all necessary preparatory work and interface with auditors.
- Identify areas for financial process improvement and streamlining.
Education & Qualification
- Educated to at least degree
- Qualified accountant (CA, ACCA or CIMA)
This is a part time position, (14 hours per week), based remotely. You will be expected to attend Barnet (N12) and Enfield (N9) offices when necessary.
Candidates must have a minimum of eight years’ experience of working as a qualified accountant
Please apply with your CV and covering letter.
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North Paddington Foodbank (NPFB) is the UK’s first and only full cash-first foodbank, pioneering a transformative approach by providing customers with emergency cash grants alongside advice and support services. We’re looking for a dedicated and passionate Welfare Benefits Advisor to help deliver life-changing financial support to individuals in Westminster who may be missing out on benefits or are struggling with debt.
This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with those in need, offering tailored guidance on welfare benefits, income maximisation, and budgeting. You will have the chance to make a real impact on the lives of vulnerable people, ensuring they receive the financial assistance and advice they deserve.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and driven Welfare Benefits Advisor to join our team and make a significant impact on the lives of those in need. This position is vital in ensuring that underserved communities in Westminster access the financial support they deserve. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment and embodies a positive, solution-oriented mindset.
Key Responsibilities:
- Casework Support: Provide comprehensive casework support to NPFB service users, assisting with welfare benefit claims (PIP, ESA, Universal Credit) and addressing independent reviews.
- Debt Support: Offer basic debt advice, focusing on priority debts, applying for Local Housing Allowance, and facilitating referrals to specialists for complex cases.
- Financial Capability: Help clients create realistic budgets and develop essential financial skills to foster independence.
- Income Maximization: Deliver tailored advice to maximize household income through benefit checks, applications, and challenges to ensure clients receive their rightful support.
- Outreach Coordination: Manage outreach clinics and community events, collaborating with partners to enhance service delivery.
- Client Engagement: Provide advice across various settings, including the NPFB office, community outreach, and digital platforms.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate case records and ensure timely completion of funding reports and evaluations.
- Training: Stay updated on welfare legislation and provide training sessions for staff and volunteers on welfare rights issues.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in delivering social welfare advice.
- Ability to empower clients facing welfare benefits and debt challenges through empathetic support.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage challenging situations effectively.
- Proficient in managing a caseload and meeting deadlines to ensure timely client support.
Personal Attributes:
- Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and excellence in service delivery.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and emotional intelligence.
- Passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion, with a willingness to challenge discrimination.
Other Requirements:
- Willingness to travel across Westminster and work occasional weekends or evenings.
- Right to work in the UK and willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check
If you thrive in fast-paced environments, are driven to create positive change, and want to work with an innovative team that believes in the power of cash-first interventions, we’d love to hear from you!
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Thomson Reuters Foundation is looking for a Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media to join our TrustLaw team.
As Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media, you will provide dedicated project leadership to continue to pilot the operationalization and implementation of a legal offering to support journalists and independent newsrooms, whose safety and independence are under threat.
You will report to TrustLaw’s Head of Special Projects, while working closely with the TrustLaw and the Media Freedom teams. You will manage one Legal Officer, Media Freedom.
This is a fixed-term 12-month contract based in London.
About the Role:
As our Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media, you will:
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Map evolving trends and legal threats for journalists, media freedom NGOs and independent media outlets and identify the most pressing legal gaps and needs
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Build excellent relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external, including expanding our network of expert NGOs and legal teams working in the media, journalism and media freedom space
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Refine the operating model for the media-legal offering based on feedback received, including intake process, eligibility requirements, project flow, and impact monitoring mechanisms
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Work closely with our Media Freedom and Programmes team to ensure alignment and integration of the media-legal offering within the Foundation's existing media freedom work, and to identify other innovative programming, products and approaches that best leverage the Foundation’s assets
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Scope, and support the management of pro bono or low bono legal requests and cross-border research projects that address critical needs of journalists, media freedom NGOs and independent media outlets
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Scope and oversee the development of tools, resources, trainings and other content on key legal issues of relevance to journalists and independent media outlets to address threats to their safety and independence and build resilience
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Deliver and/or coordinate delivery of trainings, legal health checks and events for media freedom NGOs, journalists and/or media houses, often in partnership with the programming teams
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Support the development and implementation of a communications, engagement and outreach plan, as needed, in collaboration with the Foundation’s Communications, Social and Media Freedom teams
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Support bid development and partnership-building to ensure financial sustainability of the offering
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Carry out a variety of administrative, reporting, planning, monitoring, and logistical responsibilities linked to the project
About You
To be our Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media, you will likely have:
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An LLB, with preference for a qualified lawyer or an advanced law degree
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At least five years’ experience working in the legal field, with prior experience in media law or related human rights matters, either in a law firm, media house or non-profit organisation
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Strong understanding of international standards on press freedom and/or the media law/policy landscape. Understanding of the legal needs of journalists and media outlets in the global south or Central/Eastern Europe/FSU an advantage
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Excellent project management and organisational skills including the ability to manage effectively multiple matters and projects in a fast-paced environment, with a high degree of creative and flexible thinking, and the ability to incorporate lessons learnt through pilot delivery
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Prior experience working on donor-funded projects is a plus
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Excellent research, drafting and analytical skills, with experience in training an advantage
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Excellent interpersonal skills – able to establish and maintain positive working relationships both internally and externally, with people from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds
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Resilience, ability to cope with high pressure and work environments and find solutions to problems when they arise – able to quickly understand complex information and communicate to non-experts
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, so candidates should apply as soon as possible. To apply for this position, send your CV and cover letter in English describing how you meet the specifications for this role, what you bring to it, and your availability to start. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
What’s in it For You
At the Thomson Reuters Foundation, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:
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Global Perspective and Impact: Interested in working for a dynamic global organization with a focus on social impact? With hubs all over the world from Bangkok to Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, join a truly international team with a shared goal of helping to build societies around the world that are free, fair and informed.
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A Unique Approach: Our expertise in media and the law is world class; we combine the power of both to address the critical issues faced by humanity.
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Our Relevance: With a focus on advancing media freedom, fostering more inclusive economies and promoting human rights, our work has never been more needed than right now.
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Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits.
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Learning & Development: We are dedicated to the continual professional development of our employees and offer access to both in-house and external training opportunities.
About Thomson Reuters Foundation
The Thomson Reuters Foundation is corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity, registered in the UK and the USA, we work to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and convening initiatives, we combine our unique media and legal services to drive systemic change.
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Company: Royal Statistical Society
Salary: £60-65k
Line manager: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Line management responsibility: Head of standards and corporate relations (and 3 reports), Member support manager, Volunteering opportunities manager
Term: Permanent, full time
Background:
Our vision is a world where data is at the heart of understanding and decision-making
Founded in 1834, the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) is one of the world’s leading organisations advocating for the importance of statistics and data. We’re a professional body for all statisticians and data scientists – wherever they may live.
We have more than 12,000 individual members in the UK and worldwide. As a charity, we advocate for the key role of statistics and data in society and work to ensure that policy formulation and decision-making are informed by evidence for the public good. Members work with RSS staff to support areas such as policy development, education, training, statistical communication, and statistical literacy.
The Director of Professional Services is responsible for our professional affairs activities, overseeing the creation, maintenance and application of relevant standards through our professional affairs committee, and certification and accreditation schemes. They are also responsible for member recruitment and management, ensuring we continue to attract new RSS members and partners, and that their needs are met. They also oversee a range of activities that engage RSS members (including groups that bring members together on a topic or geographical basis, RSS honours and awards, and our volunteering opportunities), securing both our impact on society and member retention.
Informed by an in-depth understanding of the needs of members and prospective members, the Director manages these activities strategically across the organisation, bringing relevant staff together within small teams working on defined goals that support our objectives, foster a sense of value and community for all members and ultimately lead to the growth in membership and impact of the Society.
Pension and benefits: Our defined contribution pension scheme can be joined after three months in post. Your contributions of up to 8% of salary will be double matched by the Society (making a maximum contribution by the Society of 16%). A training budget, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme and employee assistance programme are also available.
Location: The RSS office is in central London and currently open twice a week. We offer flexible working arrangements and office attendance is encouraged but not mandatory depending on the role. In person attendance for certain meetings is required (including all staff/team meetings and governance/committee meetings that take place in person). Limited travel within the UK and internationally may be required.
Working hours: 35 per week full-time. Applications for job shares, part-time and flexible working will also be considered.
Holidays: 25 days per annum, plus bank holidays and an additional close down between Christmas and New Year.
Probation: This post is subject to a six-month probation period.
Key responsibilities:
Understanding needs and the changing external environment
- Develop an understanding of the preferences and needs of statisticians and data professionals, and others interested in data and statistics, to evolve our value proposition and align member benefits to those preferences and needs
- Undertake research to identify new target audiences for membership
- Monitor and respond to developments and emerging trends in charities, membership organisations and other learned societies, and in statistics/data science/AI to ensure that our membership offering remains timely and relevant
- Plan and deliver membership surveys and oversee the collection and management of member data
- Provide robust analysis of member behaviours to forecast future renewal patterns to inform financial planning
Development of strategies and plans
- Drawing input from across the organisation, develop strategies for membership recruitment, management, engagement, retention and professional affairs that support the organisation’s objectives and foster a sense of value and community for all members Lead the creation and delivery of fully costed programme plans for member recruitment, management, engagement and retention that align with key strategic goals Support the development of wider strategies and plans across the organisation
Programme management and delivery
- Deliver programmes of benefits, products and services which meet the needs of members and attract non-members Monitor and report on progress and performance against targets and plans Manage projects, including the establishment of new benefits, products and services, ensuring that quality work is delivered on time Work with colleagues to identify and develop promotion, sponsorship and other funding opportunities, and support colleagues in sales meetings with potential sponsors and funders Continually assess and improve processes and oversee the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures
Interfaces with other teams and groups
- Convene and lead cross-RSS groups to develop, share and review plans and activities and identify opportunities for synergy and collaboration Work with heads and other teams across the organisation to support related objectives Work with staff responsible for business development to capitalise on development opportunities Identify relevant experts within the RSS membership and engage them in programmes, formalising a network of volunteers and providing them with support and advice Collaborate with RSS volunteers, staff and external providers to ensure the delivery of projects and outputs to agreed deadlines Select, lead and manage contractors and third-party organisations to support programme deliverables
Leadership and management
- Bring relevant staff together within small teams working across the organization on defined goals that support our objectives Play an active role in the RSS Senior Management Team, providing leadership, and strategic insight for the organisation as a whole, and work together effectively in setting and achieving the Society’s goals Contribute to decision-making regarding the strategic direction and financial management of the Society Oversee budgets and meet income targets for individual programmes Negotiate with suppliers to deliver value for money Line manage staff
Other
- Represent and promote the Society to relevant external bodies and groups Other project work or tasks as reasonably required by the Chief Executive or Executive Committee
Person specification:
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent Senior leadership experience Significant experience developing strategies and plans, preferably within a membership organisation Experience using data and evidence to develop value propositions and align services with needs Significant experience of programme and project management and operational delivery Excellent organisational skills and an ability to identify and respond to changing priorities Ability to accurately assess project needs or problems, make sound decisions and develop effective solutions Ability to plan, organise, prioritise and delegate work to ensure completion to time and budget Experience of negotiation and influencing Experience leading and managing staff and contractors Ability to develop relationships and communicate with a wide range of people Ability to structure information and present ideas and concepts clearly and concisely, particularly in written form Strong interpersonal skills; ability to persuade, inspire, influence, and achieve results through others Ability to establish and develop an extensive network of external contacts Strong numeracy skills, and the ability to produce, monitor and assess estimates/costs and work within budget Experience leading a small team and employing flexibility and imagination to achieve short-term and long-term business objectives Experiencing tendering for work and managing external contractors Ability to make sound commercial decisions and identify commercially viable/profitable projects Collaborative team worker – works with colleagues to achieve strategic and operational objectives Ability to work effectively and achieve results in a changing environment Ability to work on own initiative within RSS guidelines/directives Demonstrable commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
Desirable
- Experience overseeing professional affairs in a member organisation Interest in or experience of statistics, research, or other aspects of the Society’s work Familiarity with developments within data science, statistics, machine learning, AI and related subject areas Understanding of professional membership organisations and learned societies, and their role in the current climate Experience of the not-for-profit sector and working with volunteers
How to apply for the role
Please submit your CV and a covering letter to Holly O’Brien, RSS Governance manager, at the email address detailed on our website.
The deadline for applications is 5pm 4 November. We may arrange interviews before the deadline has passed.
The covering letter should be a maximum of two sides of A4 and cover why you are interested in the role as well as how you meet the job specific competencies.
Any questions about the role should also be directed to Holly. Likewise, if you are interested in applying but cannot do so until nearer the deadline, please email Holly to register your interest.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Impetus
Impetus transforms the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they get the right support to succeed in school, in work and in life.
We find, fund and build the most promising charities working with these young people, providing core funding and working shoulder-to-shoulder with their leaders over the long term to help them become stronger organisations.
At Impetus we focus on the critical factors that influence the education and employment outcomes for disadvantaged young people in the UK, working with charities that have the potential for impact at scale, helping their leaders to deliver lifechanging, benchmark-beating, sustained outcomes.
We provide these charities with the funding and the tools to grow and deliver on their promises to the young people they serve. We also seek to influence government and the wider sector to back effective support for young people and invest with other like-minded organisations to tackle the most difficult and under-supported challenges. We are resolutely focused on outcomes and impact, driven by quality evidence.
Impetus is a registered charity and our charity number is 1152262.
About the Investment Team
The Investment Team is responsible for selecting charity partners, managing our charity investments and supporting our charity partners to improve and scale their impact.
The Investment Team also leads the Impetus Leadership Academy, a leadership development programme to support talent from ethnic minority backgrounds in the UK youth sector to progress into senior leadership roles.
The team is made up of 18 people, including former teachers, charity chief executives, charity impact leads, management consultants, social investment portfolio managers and impact consultants.
The team is led by a Portfolio Director who sits on the Senior Management Team. The Portfolio Director has 5 direct reports: a Deputy Portfolio Director, three Sector Leads (who lead our work in School engagement, School attainment and Employment Sectors) and an Impact Lead. Sector Leads line manage 6 Investment Directors. Investment Directors line manage Investment Managers (currently 5). Investment Directors and Investment Managers tend to primarily focus on a sector but might have mixed portfolios, depending on need, experience and interest.
The Investment Team has a good track record of role progression. All four Leads and a number of our Investment Directors were promoted from within the team.
The team is passionate, rigorous, determined, creative and warm. We come from a range of backgrounds and bring a broad mix of perspectives. We care deeply for our colleagues, our charity partners and the young people we serve.
Job description – Investment Director
The Investment Director (ID) is a key member of the Investment Team, playing a leading role in identifying, assessing, and supporting portfolio partner charities and other non-profit organisations to deepen their impact and scale their outcomes. This role works closely with other Investment Directors and Investment Managers to deliver external facing support to portfolio partners as well as internal projects to support the development of the investment model and portfolio strategy.
Investment Directors use strategic thinking, analytical rigour, and senior relationship skills to support a portfolio of amazing organisations that, together, will help shift the life chances and outcomes of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in the UK.
Key responsibilities
Finding high potential charities and non-profit partners for our portfolio
- Identifying potential charitable organisations for investment.
- Leading in-depth due diligence process to assess and build partnership foundations with potential partners – covering leadership and governance, and their impact, scale, and partnership potential.
- Modelling from first contact of origination, our approach to engaged and trust-based investment management support.
- Developing and championing high quality investment propositions to our Investment Committee.
Managing partnerships with portfolio partners
- Managing relationships with partner Chairs and CEOs
- Agreeing Service Funding Agreements, including appropriate annual investment milestones to allow for a clear assessment of re-investment potential at end of phase
- Regularly monitoring and assessing partner progress / risks against milestones and making recommendations for progression or exit
- Escalating key risks on performance, leadership and safeguarding
- Conducting annual partnership review with Sector Leads and partner CEOs
- Working with Impetus Finance colleagues to ensure timely distribution of grant payments, in line with Service Funding Agreements.
Supporting portfolio partners
- Providing direct support to CEOs and senior colleagues on key strategic topics, using a mix of at least monthly one-to-one meetings and group facilitation to:
- clarify theory of change
- define long term ambition
- develop growth strategy
- achieve a step change in the delivery and performance management of outcomes
- strengthen leadership (individual and collective) and governance capabilities
- develop path to scale
- build financial resilience
- Scoping and project managing pro bono capacity-building projects (in addition to providing direct management support). Ensure projects are delivered to a high standard and contribute to charity progression
- Identifying engagement opportunities for our donors and supporters with charity partners that are aligned with the charity’s activities and do not distract or undermine their core work
- Collaborating with Impetus philanthropy team to develop new funding streams (additional to direct Impetus grant funding) that support our partners’ ability to deliver impact at scale
- Effectively leveraging the support of investment managers to advance the objectives developed for each charity partner that is managed by an Investment Director
- Identifying engagement opportunities for our donors and supporters with charity partners that are aligned with the charity’s activities and do not distract or undermine their core work
- Collaborating with Impetus Philanthropy team to develop new funding streams (additional to direct Impetus grant funding) that support our partners’ ability to deliver impact at scale
- Effectively leveraging the support of investment managers to advance the objectives developed for each charity partner that is managed by an Investment Director.
Support to Impetus
- Developing expertise about “what works” in the sector through cultivation and use of expert input and engagement as well as investigation into key research and evaluative literature
- Working closely with team colleagues to use learnings from our work and domain expertise to inform our strategy, our model and delivery over time
- Leading on and contributing to internal topics, such as team strategy development, digital transformation, or equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Contribute towards Impetus’ public affairs and philanthropy objectives through input into case studies, research and policy campaigns, donor reports and fundraising events
- Sharing the learning from our work across the team, across the organisation and externally working within Impetus strategy, policies and procedures
- Engaging in Impetus pro bono, communications, and advocacy events, and engage charity partners appropriately in these events
- Where appropriate, line-managing and supporting Investment Managers on the team to grow and develop, and achieve their project, role and team objectives.
Person specification
The successful candidate will need to show evidence that they meet many of the following skills, capabilities and experience.
Essential
- A commitment to Impetus’ mission
- Senior level responsibility and a strong track record of building trust-based relationships with senior stakeholders, advising them on key strategic decisions, and challenging them in a respectful and collaborative manner
- A talent for strategic thinking around complex issues
- Strong financial acumen and analytical skills
- Understanding of impact measurement and evaluation fundamentals
- Tenacity and initiative
- Ability to flex personal style to needs of charity and leadership
- Growth mind-set to seek out and act on feedback
- Proven ability to work independently, and to exercise good judgment
- Strong planning and time management skills
- Interest in partnering closely with charities that are doing what it takes to get better
- A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
If you don't tick all these boxes, but still feel that you fit the profile, please apply anyway.
Desirable
- Experience in the non-profit (charity or social enterprise) sector, through work, as a pro-bono volunteer or Trustee capacity
- Experience in consulting, investment management, senior charity management, or other in-depth grant making and advisory work
- Knowledge and expertise in UK education or youth employability sectors
- Board experience in private, public or third sector
- Understanding of or experience with commissioning impact evaluations.
How to apply
- Complete the online form (including the equal opportunities monitoring form)
- Upload a comprehensive CV and supporting statement
The supporting statement should be no more than two sides of A4 and should address the criteria in the person specification.
You should also include the contact details of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be approached with your express permission.
As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at interview stage.
The deadline for applications is 11.59pm Sunday 10 November 2024.
Interviews
First round interviews and an assessment task will take place on 18 and 19 November 2024.
Second round interviews will take place on 27 November 2024.
You will also be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We believe that a diverse workforce leads to an organisation that is more open, creative and gets better results.
We want our team at Impetus to represent the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We also want our team to be one where different experiences, expertise and perspectives are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to grow and develop.
We want to reach a diverse pool of candidates. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that potential employees may need in order to be successful.
Impetus is an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation or marital status. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Personal Data
Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.
Impetus transforms the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they get support to succeed in school, in work and in life.
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