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Associate Director of Finance & Operations

Job title: Associate Director of Finance & Operations 

Purpose: Provide leadership to ensure the efficient and effective management of operations, people, finance, security, and compliance, ensuring excellence across these areas. 

Responsible to: CEO 

Responsible for: HR Business Partner, Operations Officer, Finance Officer (Part-time), Finance Lead (Part-time) 

Working with: Senior management team, programmes team, colleagues in other departments and stakeholders as necessary. 

Grade and Salary: GBP 65,000 

Location:  London, UK (Hybrid with at least 2 days in the London office) 

Post: Full-time 

Period: Permanent 

REDR UK AND THE WORK WE DO   

RedR UK is an international NGO and learning provider that develops capacity and supports aid workers, organisations, and communities to prepare for and respond effectively to crises within humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding contexts. Our work builds resilience, primarily in low and lower middle-income countries worldwide. We have 40 years’ experience responding to natural and manmade disasters.    

We are an HPass Certified Learning Provider, meaning we meet the Humanitarian Learning Standards. RedR UK is committed to the Humanitarian Charter, the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement and NGOs in Disaster Relief and the Core Humanitarian Standard.   

RedR UK has offices in London and Amman and maintains a large pool of highly qualified trainers and experts who go through a rigorous certification and selection process. 

RedR UK is committed to a strong, positive culture, with benefits for staff and those with whom we work. Our culture is also important to us in terms of our ethic of humanitarian impartiality and neutrality and our compliance with the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) and other professional codes of conduct.   

Our values are vitally important to us as individuals, teams and to RedR UK as a whole. We are committed to a continuous process of strengthening our culture, maintaining the high standards required to work together effectively, and delivering first class advice and service to those with whom we work.   

ABOUT THE ROLE 

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Director to join RedR and its Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to oversee the efficient and effective functioning of our organisation's key operational areas, including Operations, People Management, Finance, Security and Compliance. The Associate Director will play a pivotal role as part of the SLT in ensuring the smooth implementation of our humanitarian programmes while upholding the highest standards of excellence, accountability, integrity, collaboration and lifelong learning.

You will have a deep understanding of how to deliver programmes in a humanitarian context in a safe, secure and compliant manner. You will enhance delivery through standard operating procedures across the organisation and lead by doing.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Financial Management 

You will lead a finance team of 2 (both part-time), responsible for excellent financial management, controls, reporting, budgeting, and auditing (both internal and external) including: 

• Maintaining up-to-date financial records, including processing invoices, payments, and managing accounts payable and receivable. 
• Month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. 
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, managing cashflow. 
• Oversee payroll processing and reimbursement procedures. 
• Analysis of financial data and preparation of reports for leadership review. 
• Set standards for programme staff on financial budgeting and reporting 
• Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and best practices. 
• Lead the improvement of finance and accounting processes and systems. 
• Prepare consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with Charity SORP FRS 102. 
• Lead on external audits to ensure that all external audit requirements are met in the UK and Jordan and associated statutory reporting (e.g. to HMRC). 
• Lead on regular internal audits and apply learnings in improving systems. 
• Lead on fraud and corruption prevention and response, and cyber security. 
• Work with SLT and business teams to prepare UK and overseas regulatory annual reporting. 
• Actively engage in the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee meetings, leading on behalf of the SLT. 

Operational Delivery

You will systematically enhance, streamline and optimise operational processes and systems to enhance delivery and security of people. You will lead on efficiency, quality, and scalability while availing technological advancement. This includes systems, IT, CRM, facilities and vendor management. You will be supported by an operations officer to deliver this role: 

• Provide administrative support to the Operations, IT functions of the organisation.
• Leading process improvement and renewals (e.g. insurance) across Operations, (e.g. IT, security).
• Enhancing adherence to organisational systems, e.g. Office 365, Sharepoint, Salesforce, ensuring the organisation becomes more efficient and effective in how it works. 
• Lead any country registration, reporting, resourcing requirements, ensuring compliance and adherence to RedR policies. 
• Lead on policy review, updates and roll out.
• Maintain RedR’s risk register and ensure its regular review throughout the organisation. 
• Leading a robust approach to data security. 
• Ensure the delivery of best practice security management through risk management, situational analysis, assessment, plan implementation, monitoring and evaluation, continuity and crisis planning and leadership. Lead the delivery of security management standard operating practice, protocols and procedures to support programmes and staff in the field. 
• Actively engage in the Senior Leadership Team. 
• Lead the preparation of monthly All Hands and Quarterly Team Meetings; and preparation for Board meetings. 

People & Culture

• You will lead the People & Culture function at RedR and be supported in that coordination by a HR business partner. 
• Implement HR policies and procedures to support a diverse workforce including employees, consultants and Associate trainers and members. 
• Supporting a positive and healthy working culture across the organisation.
• Enshrine best practice people processes including in recruitment, onboarding, professional development and performance management. 
• Manage any organisational change management processes and ensure that RedR UK’s culture and values are embedded across the organisation. 
• Analyse resource requirements and utilisation across programmes, providing insights and recommendations; collaborate with programmes to develop strategies for optimising resource allocation and utilisation. Establish mechanisms for ongoing monitoring of resource allocation and utilisation across programmes. 
• Foster collaboration across teams for effectiveness and efficiency, to avoid duplication, achieve a consistent approach and to improve quality. 

RedR UK Leadership 

• Provide direction and leadership to the organisation's finance, operational and people functions, aligning them with the overall mission and objectives. 
• Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team in delivering RedR UK’s 2025-27 strategy. 
• Lead on change management and strategic initiatives for RedR. 
• Manage a process of regular and effective communication and reporting across RedR, where lessons are learned, analysed, and applied. 
• Work with other RedR organisations to develop the RedR family as a global brand, investigating synergies and economies of scale between the organisations. 
• Foster a positive and resilient team culture that embraces and adapts to change, promoting innovation and continuous improvement. 

Key competencies 

Achieving Results: 

• Operationalises strategy decisions to make significant gains.  
• Leads major initiatives to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and ensure best practice. 
• Drives the adoption of best practices, constantly seeking ways to improve operational excellence. 
• Considers wider implications of decisions to ensure comprehensive results. 

Engaging with Stakeholders: 

• Cultivates strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to achieve shared goals and foster a culture of cooperation. 
• Manages stakeholder expectations effectively, resolving conflicts and building consensus around operational changes. 
• Senior representation of the organisation with stakeholders. 

Humanitarian Learning Principles and Practices: 

• Advocates for the importance of key humanitarian principles within the organisation and among stakeholders.  
• Promotes a culture of continuous learning and adaptation within the organisation. 
• Promotes a culture of well-being and duty of care. 

Managing Projects: 

• Thinks ahead to long-term goals while maintaining focus on present tasks. 
• Leads the planning, analyses, implementation, and evaluation of projects and initiatives. 
• Creates and supports flexibility through quick adaptation to change. 

Demonstrating Leadership: 

• Inspires and motivates staff to perform at their best, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, accountability, and integrity. 
• Leads by example, demonstrating ethical leadership and a commitment to the organisation's mission and values. 
• Provides mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to staff, empowering them to grow and succeed. 

Technical Expertise: 

• Masters comprehensive technical expertise. 
• Directs integration of technical skills. 
• Applies rigorous technical standards ensuring exceptional quality. 

PERSON SPECIFICATION  

Essential  

• Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of RedR UK and a deep understanding of key humanitarian principles. 
• Proven track record of senior management expertise in a humanitarian context specific to finance, operations, and people. 
• Proficiency in data analysis with a keen understanding of performance and operational metrics. 
• Extensive experience in and security management within the humanitarian sector across fragile and conflict affected states. 
• Experience with procurement, contracting and compliance requirements of key donors including USAID, FCDO and UN agencies. 
• Familiarity with systems including Salesforce, QuickBooks, Dext, Sharepoint, and Excel. 
• Ability to navigate and thrive within a dynamic environment, exhibiting flexibility and resilience within a small organisation.
• Exceptional people management skills in international contexts. 

Expected Interview Dates 

First Interview: Week of 25 November 2024 

Second Interview: Week of 2 December 2024 

What We Offer: Your well-being, our priority 

At RedR UK, we are dedicated to creating a supportive work environment that values and nurtures our team. Our benefits package is designed to foster a balanced and fulfilling career, supporting both your professional growth and personal well-being. Benefits include: 

• 23 days annual leave, increasing by one day each year up to 28 days (excluding public holidays). Plus, one day birthday leave. 

• 5% employer pension contribution involving dependants 
• 3 paid days annually to volunteer for causes you care about 
• 5 days of paid study leave 
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Shared Parental Pay at 100% for 12 weeks for employees with over two years of service. 
• Life assurance coverage equalling four times your salary. 
• Up to 10 days compassionate leave for family emergencies, 5 days dependent leave. 

Our benefits are integral to RedR UK’s commitment to valuing, developing, and caring for our people as we work together to make an impact in the humanitarian sector. If you believe you can make difference, please join us. 

Could this be you?

Please send your CV and one-page cover letter. We will be hiring on rolling basis.

Location: This position will be based at Peace Direct’s UK or Netherlands offices, with options for hybrid working. Please note that currently Peace direct has no Certificate of Sponsorship for UK visas.

The Role 
Are you passionate about supporting people-centred and locally-driven approaches to learning and research?  Are you experienced in community-based research, data collection and knowledge management? 

We are looking for a Senior Learning and Research Analyst to join our International Programmes and Research Team. Supported by our Learning and Impact Manager and working alongside our Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst and team of researchers, you will be responsible for consolidating and managing a central database and knowledge system that will underpin Peace Direct’s learning loop with specific emphasis on locally-led peacebuilding initiatives in Afghanistan, eastern DRC, Mali and Sudan.

This work is integral to our decolonised ways of working and will form an important part of our multi-year ‘Local First: Transforming the Peacebuilding System’ programme funded by the Dutch MfA.

This is a role for someone with a passion for peacebuilding and local leadership and a strong commitment to shifting power in the international system.  You will have excellent analytical skills with experience of developing research, information or MEL systems in the international development sector.

Working in partnership with peacebuilders in francophone countries means the ability to work in French (proficiency level B2 or above) is a must and as such will be tested in interview.  Added to this is the requirement for experience of processing qualitative and quantitative data using various approaches, including working with local knowledge systems, which will be highly valuable in this role.

Who we are 

Peace Direct is an international charity with a vision for a just world, free from violent conflict. Working in partnership with local peacebuilders in some of the world’s most conflict-affected places, we want to change the international system so that it better supports the role that local people and communities play in preventing violence and building and sustaining peace.

Still interested? Take a look at the job description to see full details about the role and whether it matches your skills, career goals and experience.

How to Apply: Please upload your CV and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and why you are passionate about locally led peacebuilding.

Your covering letter should be no longer than two sides of A4. Please indicate in your cover letter, should you choose to, whether you are applying through the Disability Confident Scheme.

We also offer candidates the choice of submitting a video clip (ie. a video cover letter) if this is preferable to a written cover letter - To ensure fairness we suggest you turn the camera off so that we only hear your voice. It should be no more than 2 minutes in length. You should email it as a video link via WeTransfer or any other file sharing tool to our recruitment inbox, the address of which you will find on the jobs page of our website as unfortunately the Charity Jobs website does not permit a url to be inserted here. 

For the video cover letter, the following should guide your speaking points:

• Your name;
• The job you are applying for;
• Describe your overall skills and abilities (as they relate to the post being advertised);
• A brief description of your work experience (in relation to the post being advertised);
• What makes you qualified for the new position;
• Any additional details that help introduce yourself

You should choose either a written cover letter or a video cover letter, but we request that you please DO NOT submit both.

Closing deadline for CV and cover letter is 23:30hrs on Sunday 10th November.   

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a short supplementary information form.

Interviews will be held online during the weeks of 18th and 25th November.

Peace Direct strives to be a diverse and inclusive employer, with equality of opportunities regardless of personal identity, and we are committed to improving our systems and ways of working to support this, including creating a Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) working group, DEI strategy and recruitment guidelines. We strongly encourage individuals from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds to apply, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), LGBTQ+, people with disabilities and people with mental health challenges.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and strongly advocate our DEI policy and commitment to maintain an inclusive workplace culture; we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent, so we welcome a conversation about any DEI concerns you may have.  Please contact our HR Manager, Lesley Agbarakwe. What’s important isn’t your level of education or the opportunities which you have had; it’s about your passion and how you seize the opportunities ahead of you to use your skills and knowledge in this field of work.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which includes criminal records (DBS) checks. Peace Direct also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS). In line with this Scheme, we will ask your consent to request information from previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation after having left previous employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Peace Direct is committed to preventing and protecting all people from harm in their interactions with us. We expect all those that act in our name to uphold our approach to doing no harm and to sign up to our Safeguarding policy and Code of Conduct. As part of being a Disability Confident Committed employer, we welcome people with disabilities or health challenges to apply and those who meet our Essential requirements as laid out in the job specification will be guaranteed an interview for the job for which you are applying, through our Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme).

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: Project Assistant

Location: Tanzania

Contract: 6-month fixed term contract

Salary: Local Terms and Conditions apply

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and implementation of the International Trachoma Initiative’s Avoidable Blindness Fund Trachoma Programme activities in collaboration with regional and district teams.
• Assist partners in identifying their capacity-building needs and facilitate the provision of support.
• Disseminate information about Sightsavers and the Trachoma Programme to partners.
• Review patient documentation for completeness and accuracy, resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Promote shared learning and collaboration among partners by facilitating networks and meetings.
• Assist project partners in preparing budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor project financial resources and liaise with the finance team as necessary.
• Ensure timely submission of financial returns by partners.
• Provide the programme team with additional information, case studies, and relevant news stories.
• Represent the project at various forums and meetings, advocating for its aims and objectives.

The principal accountabilities are not meant to be an exhaustive list of tasks. The need for flexibility is required and the job holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.. Please see the Job Description for full details.

Jobholder Requirements

Essential:

• Understanding of government systems, particularly within the health sector through the Ministry of Health and local government authorities.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation.
• Proficiency in report writing.
• Strong administrative support skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Capacity building or facilitation skills.
• Competence in managing project budgets, forecasts, and reports.
• Familiarity with computer packages and global ICT communication systems.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to documentation.
• Willingness to travel for up to 15 weeks per year.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a similar role within the health sector.
• Additional qualifications related to project management or public health.
• Knowledge of specific software or tools used in project monitoring and evaluation.

Closing date: 3 November 2024

Next Steps

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 with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.

Overview

Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of our time and the ability to capture, transport and store or utilise carbon dioxide will be crucial to ensure a sustainable, competitive and equitable transition to a climate neutral Europe.

The CCSA is the trade association accelerating the commercial deployment Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (or CCUS) through advocacy and collaboration.  Our ambition is to see CCUS developed and deployed at the pace and scale necessary to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and deliver sustainable growth across regions and nations. We represent a wide variety of organisations with an interest in the development and deployment of CCUS across many applications to decarbonise heavy industries, power, and hydrogen production, and remove carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere.

The CCSA operates as a not-for-profit company, overseen by a board of elected members. We have 20 staff across our London & Brussels office. We turnover around £3m. Our income comes from membership fees from our 125 members and sponsorship at our conferences.

The CCSA has grown by 100% over the past few years, as we have grown in profile and impact supporting the developing industry across Europe. For maximum impact we have focused on delivery, however, we are now looking at enhancing some of our internal systems including our finances. We have a UK registered company and a Belgium registered company, external accounts and bank accounts for each but with no dedicated internal finance resource. We do have some support from an outsourced finance manager via our landlord, we anticipate this would continue, at least initially. In terms of accounting packages, we use Xero in the UK and Yuki in the Belgium office.

The role
We are a dynamic organisation looking for our first part-time finance manager. We have put some structures and processes in place using a finance consultant, but we are looking for somebody that will enjoy improving finance processes and helping make things easier for our teams in both offices. The role will be a stand-alone finance role without any admin support, so we are looking for a self-starter who works independently and is both strategic and operational and won’t mind invoicing/chasing debt.

The role will be managed by the Head of Membership, but will work closely with the CEO and other members of the senior leadership team.

Responsibilities

Finance management

• Preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including reconciliation across both UK and BE offices accounting systems and comparing the forecast out-turn for the year against budget
• Assisting with the preparation of the finance update for the quarterly board meeting working with our two external accounting firms
• Cash monitoring and reporting
• Working with senior managers to produce an annual budget
• Supporting the CEO with documents/reporting for the quarterly Board and Finance and Risk Committee meetings.
• Develop and enhance the CCSA’s finance processes and systems, especially using tech solutions
• When required liaise with the external auditors, ensuring that timescales are communicated and agreed, and the auditors’ requirements are met to ensure timely completion of their work

Finance operations

• Preparation and sending of sales invoices (c200 a year) and chasing aged debt
• Oversight of bill payments and expenses
• Process and post month-end journals
• Running the monthly UK and maybe BE payroll including liaising with payroll providers
• Ensuring payroll taxes, VAT and other taxes are filed and settled on time.
• Act as a point of contact with accountants, banks, service providers, and suppliers
• Provide finance support to the wider staff team
• Other ad hoc finance/operations duties as required

About you

The CCSA is very fast paced and has a ‘start up’ feel, so we are looking for somebody that is:

• Pragmatic and hands-on
• Able to work quickly and flexibly
• Strategic and eager to drive improvements and efficiencies
• Trustworthy with high integrity
• Is able to communicate about financials issues especially to lay staff
• A self-starter who works proactively and independently
• Organised and able to plan work
• Eligible to work in the UK

In terms of experience we are looking somebody that is:

• A qualified accountant CA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA
• Has strong management accounting and bookkeeping experience
• Experienced in working in a similar role, ideally within a small company environment
• Ideally experienced with Xero or and other systems
• IT literate with strong Excel skills
• Ideally has experience of working across countries and awareness of consolidating across different currencies.
• Maybe interested in sustainability, CCUS, working for a not-for-profit or membership body

Location/hours

This is a part-time role of 2.5 days a week (18.75 hours) and we are flexible as to how these are spread over the week. We operate a flexible, hybrid policy in both offices and for this role the successful candidate could spend 1 day a week in our comfortable London office near beautiful St James Park, SE1, or a remote role based in the UK, with quarterly trips to the London office. There may also be the occasional requirement to travel to our Brussels office a couple of times a year, to deal with any in-person finance compliance/banking issues. We are keen to accommodate the right candidate and open to discussion.

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Job Title: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead
Organisation: The Society and College of Radiographers
Location: Hybrid (London/Home) or Homeworking options available.
Salary: £58,235 per annum (+ London Allowance: £6,246 for London/Hybrid or £1,023 for Homeworking).
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time
Benefits: 37 days annual leave plus bank holidays, final salary pension scheme, access to wellbeing initiatives, and shopping discounts.

Are you passionate about creating a more inclusive, equitable and diverse future? Do you have the vision and experience to lead meaningful change within a diverse organisation? We are looking for a motivated and collaborative Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead to drive forward Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB).

About Us:
The Society and College of Radiographers (SOR/COR) are two separate companies operating together to provide service and support for those involved in radiography. Together they comprise the professional body and trade union for those practicing in medical imaging and radiotherapy. The Society of Radiographers has an exciting opportunity to join our team with a wide remit across the organisation.

We are looking for a positive and knowledgeable leader with the experience, skills, capacity, and enthusiasm to influence and lead on all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging across the SOR/COR.

About the Role:
This role will have lead oversight of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB), working cross organisationally to create a dynamic, aspirational, and ambitious DEIB culture both within the SOR/COR and amongst SOR member workplaces.

We are creating a culture that reflects the diversity of the world around us and where employees & members have confidence and ability to challenge discrimination and structural barriers to inclusion throughout the profession, in workplaces, education and radiography practice.

Working inter-departmentally, with colleagues, networks and members, this role will develop a long term DEIB strategy that supports our strategy and embeds DEIB into everything we do, with a strong focus on collecting, analysing and using data to inform action plans and measure success. With strong leadership and ambassadorial skills, this role will be instrumental in challenging discrimination and non-inclusive behaviours that may arise in the workplace.

DEIB is everyone's responsibility at the SOR/COR, but this role will be the subject matter expert, interpreting DEIB standards, best practice, and legislation. The role will help colleagues, leaders, officers, and members understand their collective and individual responsibilities.

What We're Looking For:
This is a pivotal role for the SOR/COR and you will have demonstrable successful experience in the field of equality, diversity and inclusion, particularly within the context of facilitating culture change and organisational development in organisations.
In your application, you will be able to demonstrate your experience of championing equality, diversity and inclusion and effective management of projects. Collaborative working skills across organisations with the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships internally and externally, whilst championing EDI is a key requirement.

We want you to call out inappropriate behaviours and help others develop an understanding of their role in building an inclusive culture where everyone can be who they chose to be at work and where everyone is valued regardless of their background or status.

You will possess an empathetic understanding of issues around discrimination and marginalisation, coupled with a strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, latest reports, and research relevant to the lived experiences of those from marginalised backgrounds or those with protected characteristics.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace as we believe that this fosters creativity and innovation and is representative of the world around us, and everyone is eligible to apply. We especially encourage applicants from ethnically diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to apply, reflecting the true diversity of our membership body.

We are a Disability Confident committed organisation dedicated to fostering an inclusive recruitment experience for everyone. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment and selection process - for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability - please let us know, and we will be happy to help.

We encourage candidates to bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the role. Whatever way you like to work, and whatever your background, if you have the skills, experience, talent, and commitment to join our team, we would like to hear from you.

Join us and be a driving force for a more diverse, equitable and inclusive future. Apply today.

How to Apply
To apply, please contact our retained consultant Will Worthington on 07884 696 980 for a confidential conversation and to discuss the application process.

Closing Date: Sunday 10th November 2024
Interviews will take place virtually.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early in the event of a high number of applicants. Candidates are therefore encouraged to avoid delay in submitting their application.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

At Makespace, our mission is to revive, repurpose and transform empty and underused spaces across Oxfordshire into affordable, community-driven places. We are committed to nurturing connection and support for social enterprises, creatives, makers and fostering a more inclusive and connected local economy.

Our agenda is spatial justice - we believe everyone has the right to safe, affordable, secure and beautiful spaces in which to work, organise and celebrate. We use meanwhile as a lever to unlock spaces, and as a catalyst to bring about long-term, community place-based renewal, building towards community ownership.

The Advocacy and Communications Director will lead Makespace’s advocacy and external communications, to influence systemic change across the community/social enterprise sector and deliver transformational, multi-generational change in line with our strategy. The role will deepen engagement with local and national partners and stakeholders, building on the success of Makespace’s neighbourhood level projects as the organisation moves into the next phase of development. A key part of the role is translating the learning and impact from our hub spaces into compelling advocacy and communications campaigns.

This role is a new position designed to strengthen our senior leadership team, working closely with the Executive Director and Operations Director to guide the strategic direction of the organisation.

Dialogue Earth is an independent non-profit dedicated to producing exceptional environmental journalism and informed conversations on urgent climate and sustainability topics. Our unique model brings local voices to global audiences and global stories of hope, action and change to local communities.

Summary of role purpose

Senior fundraising and development role at a pioneering, mid-sized climate-change journalism non-profit with a seven-figure budget. Overall responsibility for developing, securing and managing a trusts and foundations pipeline – during an important organisational inflection point -- to help grow a sustainable, financially substantial and long-term income stream for our programmes, core and new activities. Working strategically with senior leadership and staff to maximise existing income sources and identify and evaluate new sources of income, including those beyond philanthropic donations.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

· Research and recommend funding opportunities for current and planned programmes at a dynamic, climate-change charity with a strong track record, team, and culture. Manage and organise initial enquiries, funding applications, follow-ups, and learnings from feedback.

· Draft clear and compellingly written fundraising materials, including cases for support, funding proposals and concept notes.

· Manage / support relationships with funders, including timely appropriate tailored funder reports and other communications.

· Oversee the preparation of bespoke, accurate and clear grant reports, rooted in our measurement, evaluation and learning strategy, along with other fundraising materials 

· Work strategically with the senior management team (SMT) to develop plans to maximise income to achieve annual fundraising targets and, together with the editorial and leadership teams, meet with funders and donors to understand their interests, priorities and present proposals.

· Chair bi-weekly meeting with the SMT to present opportunities and actions and agree on priorities and approaches to donors.

· Collaborate with colleagues, especially in the editorial and operations teams, to gather information on project needs, aims and deliverables; ensure that what is presented to funders is aligned with the delivery side of the organisation.

· Oversee the management of the grants database and ensure it is regularly checked and updated and that leads are followed up.

· Manage internal fundraising processes.

· Build and maintain positive relationships, both with internal stakeholders and funders.

· Assist in relationship and account management for non-philanthropic income streams.

· Assist in delivering events to update existing and attract new funders ensuring appropriate follow-up.

· Assist in crafting presentations to funders, working with broader team to develop film / materials.

Please see the attached Job Pack for the full job description and person specification.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Working Hours

32 hours, 9-6. We offer a four-day working week, with full time pay.

Hybrid working

We work in the office a minimum of 2 days a week.  Attendance is mandatory on Tuesdays; staff can choose which other days they attend.

Pension

Defined contribution pension plan, with 5% employer contribution, 4% employee contribution and 1% tax relief contribution into an ethically conscious pension plan.

Holidays

28 days per annum, including bank holidays

Location

Shoreditch, London

Culture

Our office is in Shoreditch and is a really lovely space, with a great staff culture, a friendly and dynamic team, and an office dog, Poppy.

Do you have a passion for digital systems and helping an organisation transform its culture and operations to make the best use of digital technology?

Do you love working with people and supporting them to get the most out of the systems we use?

Church Urban Fund is looking for a dynamic individual to lead our Digital Systems work and set the standards for our use of digital technology, especially in the best use of our CRM, which will help us realise our organisational strategy.

About you: The successful candidate will have excellent skills around digital processes and management of a CRM software.   You will have experience of Salesforce or other CRM software and how to integrate this with other software systems.  You will be a person who seeks to make the best use of the digital tools that we have and strongly support others to improve their knowledge of digital systems.  With strong interpersonal skills you will be able to support and train colleagues for them to get the most out of their use of the CRM.   We are looking for someone who can demonstrate they can set and monitor performance standards and continuously improve processes and systems.

About us: Church Urban Fund is a national charity working with local leaders, churches and other faith groups all over England. Our local partners are committed to serving and strengthening the community where they live.  We are working to build just and flourishing communities so that everyone across England can access support when they need it most.

Why this role matters: This is an important role because you will be supporting our work ending poverty through building relationships and thanking our wonderful churches and supporters.  You will be proactive in looking at ways to improve and deliver better systems.

If you want to use your skills and qualities to make an impact in communities across England, we want to hear from you.

Closing date: 17:00 Monday 11th November 2024, with interviews to be held on 26th November 2024 in London.

Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working
Salary: £29,000 - £34,000 depending on experience
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week
Contract type: Permanent
Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring they pay their employees fairly, they offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal.

Closing date: Sunday 10 November 2024. We may extend the advert for up to 1 week, but please apply as soon as possible.
Interviews will be held in Peterborough on Tuesday 26 November 2024
 
No agencies please

Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. 
 
We are looking for an experienced communications/PR professional to be responsible for the charity’s PR function, helping raise our profile so more people understand the urgency and impact of our work.
 
You will have experience working in a similar role, perhaps as a communications, press or PR officer. Perhaps you are looking to take the next step up in your PR career, or you are looking for a new challenge and a great team to work with – this is an exciting time to join our established, but growing charity.
 
You will have a proven track record of securing coverage by building great relationships with media and creating press releases and other journalist-ready material that grabs the eye, conveys key messages and supports strategic objectives. 
 
You will be familiar with press office processes and have the capability to seize opportunities, proactively create them and know how to help manage reputational risk.
 
Able to create great organic content, you will be a skilled writer, communicator, and team player, with a logical approach and the ability to work to tight deadlines. You will be an excellent collaborator, with the skills and sensitivity to support patients, families, researchers, senior staff and trustees in media interviews.
 
Charity experience is a definite plus but enthusiasm and the ability to adapt will also go a long way. You may know a lot about kidney disease, but even if you don’t, you’ll have the passion and commitment to learn all about it and the desire to make a difference to the millions that live with it day in, day out. 
 
If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV.
 
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.
 
About Kidney Research UK:

Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever.

At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments.

Over the last ten years we have invested more than £65 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority.

Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity.

Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person – the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease.

You may have experience in the following: Public Relations Officer, Communications Officer, Media Relations Manager, Press Officer, PR Coordinator, External Communications Specialist, PR and Media Manager, Communications and Engagement Officer, PR Consultant, Charity Communications Executive, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc.

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About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

THE ROLE
•    This is a key role in the Northern Ireland Outreach team that will focus on delivering woodland conservation activity and advice including creation, establishment, restoration of ancient woodland and agroforestry to landowners and on land outside the Trust’s own estate.  
•    The Woodland Outreach Advisor will provide appropriate advice and partnership development with landowners and other organisations to ensure trees and woods are an integral element of plans within prioritised landscapes and focus efforts where this delivers greatest benefit. 
•    Establish and maintain relationships with landowners to inform and advise them on all aspects of our conservation approach to trees and woodland management, particularly ancient woodland management and restoration, as well as new woodland establishment.
•    Manage contractors and consultants to deliver landowner engagement, advice and support on the Woodland Trust’s behalf, taking responsibility for ensuring quality of work and cost effectiveness.  
•    Competency to oversee the fulfilment of duties of Forest Works Manager delivered through contractors. 
•    Interacting directly with landowners to complete site surveys, assessments, reports and recommendations to deadlines, ranging from small scale planting schemes to larger, landscape scale woodland creation projects, innovative agroforestry schemes, and assessment of ancient woodland restoration projects. 
•    This role requires the successful candidate to attend the Bangor Office twice a week.
•    An Electric Vehicle Company Car will be provided for this role.

THE CANDIDATE
•    You’ll need experience working in the land management sector, preferable in forestry or woodland conservation, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders. Mainly advising farmers, land managers and landowners on farmland and habitat management with a working knowledge of land management practices.
•    You’ll have experience in delivering woodland and hedgerow creation, ancient woodland restoration, woodland management and establishment, both practically on the ground, and through advising others.
•    You’ll have an understanding of agri-environment, landscape and woodland restoration & creation grants (Small Woodland Grant Scheme) including understanding the smaller grant schemes such as the Trust’s MOREwoods scheme, as well as non-governmental support mechanisms and regulations.
•    You’ll be a great communicator, being able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, inspiring others to protect, create and restore woodland. You’ll have a collaborative working approach, sharing learnings, experiences and innovation.
•    The role is based in Northern Ireland and will require travel to sites and offices. A driving licence will be required. 

Our Organisational Nature enables us to better understand what it means to be part of the Woodland Trust, empowering us to make an impact, every day. We want you to be able to role model our values; ‘Grow Together’, ‘Focus’, ‘Explore’ and ‘Make it Count’ to ensure each of us plays our part in helping to protect, restore and create our woods and trees.

Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
•    Enhanced Employer Pension
•    Life Assurance
•    Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
•    Generous Annual Leave
•    Enhanced Parental Pay
•    Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Woodland Trust embraces diversity and inclusion. We want our team to reflect the UK's diverse community. We support people from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who are under-represented.

Application Advice: Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Your enthusiasm for the environment and our core values—Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count—are what matter most. We also keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows your experience and passion for the role.

Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. We look forward to hearing from you and working together to make a positive impact on our planet.

Job Title: Youth Advocate
Employer: Coram Voice
Contract: Permanent - Full time
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £32,800 per annum
Location: Coram Campus, Bloomsbury, London (hybrid working available)

About Coram
Coram is committed to improving the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people.

We support children and young people from birth to independence, creating a change that lasts a lifetime.

Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.

About Coram Voice
Coram Voice is part of the Coram group of charities. We are the leading provider of specialist advocacy for children and young people in care and on the edge of care. We support some of the most vulnerable children and young people in society, giving voice to the voiceless and reaching out to those who have missed the support they need. Join us as we work to transform the lives of children and young people by supporting them to uphold their rights and actively participate in shaping their lives.

Voices In Action
The Voices in Action team work with children and young people who face multiple crisis’s and may have complex needs including facing school exclusion, homelessness, immigration issues, and involvement in the care system.

About the role
You will:

• Provide specialist advocacy support to vulnerable children and young people through our Voices in Action program.
• Provide advocacy support to young people ensuring their wishes and feelings are listened to in decisions being made about their lives and helping them avoid crisis points and improve life chances.
• Provide support primarily, but not exclusively, around issues leading to school exclusion. Other advocacy support will include working with young people who are in crisis and/or experiencing crisis.
• Support the work of the Voices in Action team to engage children and young people (particularly from Black, and Gypsy, Roma and Traveller, communities), schools and other agencies in order that we can reach the children and young people who need our support and inform our policy work.
• You will support the work of the Voices in Action team to co-produce and co-deliver training, workshops and resources for children and young people, and professionals to help reduce school exclusions and other crises.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on the role and what we are looking for in a candidate.

Benefits of working with us
We wish to reward and recognise the valuable contributions our staff make to the organisation and offer an attractive benefits package to do so. You can read more about our benefits package on our careers site. These include:

• A highly competitive salary
• A matched pension scheme up to 5% of salary
• Generous leave entitlement, including up to 28 days’ annual leave, as well as an additional 3 days of paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• A suite of family-friendly policies
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Recruitment process
Following shortlisting, successful candidates will be invited to attend interview. The interview process comprises of a written exercise and a panel interview with Coram Voice managers and Care Experienced Consultants. Successful candidates will be required to take part in a Warner style interview as part of our safer recruitment processes given the nature of the role.

Internal candidates will need to notify HR of their interest in the post and they will provide further information on the internal application process. When completing your application form, please address the person specification in order to demonstrate how you are suited to the role as please note we do not take CVs.

Closing date: Noon, 11th November 2024

Interviews will take place on the week beginning: 18th November 2024

Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from, Asian, African, Caribbean and other minority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care or homelessness, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram.

If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience as well as professional experience in their personal statement as part of their application.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registered Charity No. 312278.

Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility of hybrid working
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours a week
Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring they pay their employees fairly, they offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal.
 
Closing date: Thursday 14 November 2024
Interviews will be held week commencing 25 November 2024
 
No agencies please

Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. 
 
The life sciences policy manager is a new role in a growing team and will be central to the delivery of our 2020-2030 Strategy. We know that to make a difference to people affected by kidney disease we need to put kidney disease firmly on the UK’s health and life sciences policy agenda. We need to systematically build evidence and develop solutions in key priority areas, then campaign effectively for their implementation. To do this we need a policy and public affairs function that works seamlessly with our research and innovation teams to continually focus our efforts on delivering real change for people with kidney disease. 
 
The person we need will be an experienced policy professional, excited by the opportunity to develop the evidence base to help change outcomes for people with kidney disease. We need someone who is conversant in life sciences policy and understands the life sciences, research and innovation operational landscape, with the ability to communicate a clear policy ask; someone who can navigate UK political systems; a natural partnership builder who works with others to deliver a common goal, working within Kidney Research UK and with the many individuals and organisations that share our cause.
 
If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV.
 
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

About Kidney Research UK:

Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever.

At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments.

Over the last ten years we have invested more than £65 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority.

Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity.

Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person – the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease.

You may have experience in the following: Policy Manager, Public Affairs Manager, Research and Innovation Policy Advisor, Health Policy Manager, Life Sciences Policy Advisor, Public Policy Consultant, Health and Social Care Policy Officer, Policy and Partnerships Manager, Healthcare Policy Specialist, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc.

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At Greater Manchester Youth Federation (GMYF), we are seeking our next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Are you passionate about empowering young people and creating lasting change in their lives? Do you possess the strategic leadership skills necessary to guide a thriving charity into its next chapter of growth and impact? If so, we want to hear from you!

About Us
For over 100 years, GMYF has been at the forefront of providing transformative youth services and empowering communities across Greater Manchester. We collaborate closely with volunteer-led youth clubs in some of the most marginalised areas, delivering positive activities, training, and support that help young people discover new opportunities, build confidence, and thrive. Our mission is to provide year-round recreational and educational experiences, ensuring that young people, volunteers, and leaders alike reach their full potential.

As we expand our services, including the construction of a new community centre, two additional youth centres, and a residential centre in the Lake District, we are looking for a dynamic, values-driven CEO to lead us into the future. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the helm of an organisation poised for substantial growth, where you will drive our strategic vision of increasing outdoor activities and enhancing our fundraising capabilities.

Key Details:

Role: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Greater Manchester Youth Federation
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time

The Role
As CEO, you will report directly to the Board of Trustees and hold overall responsibility for the leadership, strategy, and administration of the charity. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of GMYF by:

• Overseeing the development and expansion of new clubs and services across Greater Manchester, including planning and executing the build of our new community centre and additional youth centres, ensuring they are equipped to meet the needs of the young people we serve.
• Driving the growth and success of our residential services and outdoor activities. You will ensure that our offerings comply with all relevant safety and educational standards, while working towards specific participation growth targets, including establishing a Gold-level Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) group.
• Maximising the use of our Ormside Mill Residential Centre, promoting it as a hub for outdoor education, affiliated club activities, and residential trips, while encouraging affiliated clubs to take an active role in organising their activities at the centre.
• Building and nurturing strong relationships with local authorities, council members, and community stakeholders, as well as acting as a public representative for GMYF to enhance our profile and secure additional funding and partnerships.
• Ensuring robust governance, financial sustainability, and compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks while actively engaging in fundraising initiatives to support our growth objectives.
• Your ability to inspire and engage others will be crucial as you lead the organisation through this exciting period of expansion.

About You

We are seeking a candidate who combines strategic leadership with hands-on management experience, ideally within youth services or a related field. You will be a proactive leader, capable of developing and delivering long-term plans while remaining ready to "roll up your sleeves" and engage with the community when necessary.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Significant experience in a senior management role within youth services, outdoor education, or a similar sector, to include service development.
• A proven track record in leading organisational change, motivating teams, and fostering a positive culture.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, ensuring financial sustainability, and driving fundraising efforts, particularly in a charity setting.
• In-depth understanding of charity governance, regulatory requirements, and compliance, with the ability to navigate the complexities of public sector partnerships.
• Experience working with Boards of Trustees, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring effective governance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and represent GMYF with gravitas in the local area.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Why Join Us?
This is an incredible opportunity for an ambitious leader to make a profound difference in the lives of young people across Greater Manchester. We are in a strong financial position, supported by endowments and recent multi-year funding, which allows us to focus on our ambitious growth plans. As we aim to enhance our youth provision through new clubs and services, you will have the chance to shape our strategic direction and make a lasting impact in the community.

Join us at GMYF and be part of a transformative journey where your leadership can create tangible, positive outcomes for the young people we serve. Together, we can build a brighter future for our communities and empower the next generation to thrive!

If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this CEO role with full details, including how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills at Harris Hill, executive at harrishill co uk. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with suitable times to talk.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 4th November.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Job Purpose

This is a senior management position, working closely with the joint CEOs and the Board to ensure Graeae prospers artistically and financially.

The Finance Director will be responsible for implementing Graeae’s vision as laid out in the company’s business plan and to achieve artistic excellence, effective development of the company and financial stability. The Finance Director has overall responsibility for the financial management of the company, in liaison with the CEO, and the development and maintenance of financial controls, systems and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Financial management

1. Lead the financial management and the development and maintenance of financial controls, systems and procedures

1. Lead the preparation for annual budgets and project budgets in liaison with the joint CEOs
2. Establish and monitor key performance indicators in liaison with the joint CEOs
3. Manage the company's overall expenditure, ensuring it is in line with budgets
4. Monitor grants alongside the joint CEOs ensuring that all funds are received when due
5. Liaise with funders and service partners on the submission of reports on financial and other matters as required
6. Ensure Graeae fulfils its legal and funding agreement obligations, including writing and updating franchise applications and business plans.
7. Manage the company's payroll and pension scheme
8. Manage and review “Access to Work” claims in consultation with the Access Manager
9. Prepare papers for Finance Sub Committee and take minutes
10. Act as lead officer with the company's auditors, bankers and lawyers and HMRC
11. Act as Company Secretary to the Board of Directors and to service the Board and Finance Sub Committee in particular through the provision of clear and accurate financial information to ensure their informed policy and decision-making

Financial reporting

1. Prepare quarterly management accounts for presentation to the Finance Sub Committee and Board
2. Lead the preparation and filing of annual statutory accounts in consultation with the joint CEOs
3. Prepare monthly reconciliations including bank and control accounts, business charge cards and petty cash
4. Prepare quarterly VAT returns
5. Prepare monthly and annual PAYE/NI returns
6. Prepare annual cash flow forecasts and update quarterly.

Other duties

1. Line manage the Finance Assistant, delegating all appropriate areas of financial administration
2. Provide in-house training for non-financial staff members in budget preparation and monitoring

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

1. Professional qualification or proven significant experience of financial management

2. Experience of software packages, including Word, Excel, Access and a computerised accounts package, preferably Sage 50 Accounts and Sage Payroll.

3. High level numeracy skills and attention to detail

4. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. (NB Graeae recognises that this can be achieved by various means, e.g. through a third party communicator)

5. Excellent time management and strong organisational skills

6. Line management skills

7. Ability to contribute as part of a small team

8. Experience of developing and maintaining financial systems and controls

9. Commitment to the implementation of Graeae’s Equal Opportunities & Diversity policies within the areas relevant to the post.

10.  Willingness to undertake training.

Desirable

1. Knowledge of current disability issues

2. Interest in/experience of theatre/Arts/Voluntary Sector

British Sign Language skills