Head Of Policy Jobs
Location: Regional UK (Flexible / Hybrid Working Available)
Contract Type: Interim (3-6 months)
Salary: Competitive Daily Rate
About the Role:
We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Interim Head of Finance for a regional UK housing association. This role is pivotal in overseeing financial operations during a crucial transformation period. The successful candidate will ensure compliance and manage the day-to-day financial operations to support the organisation's mission of providing affordable housing and improving communities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day financial operations, financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes in alignment with organisational goals.
- Prepare and present accurate financial reports to the board and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
- Drive the implementation of financial systems and improvements in processes, specifically with Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Provide strategic financial insight and recommendations to senior management.
Key Requirements:
- Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
- Proven experience in a senior finance role, preferably within the housing or not-for-profit sector.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and experience in financial systems implementation.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Familiarity with housing finance regulations and compliance standards is advantageous.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is an exciting chance to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and community-focused environment. You will help shape financial strategies that directly influence the lives of residents and contribute to sustainable growth.
Please get in touch if you would be interested to discuss!
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Cardiomyopathy UK is for anyone whose life is impacted by the heart muscle disease, cardiomyopathy. We work to save and improve the lives of people with the condition, and their loved ones, throughout the UK because we believe that everyone affected by cardiomyopathy should live a long and fulfilling life.
We bring together people with cardiomyopathy, their loved ones, medical experts, researchers, professional staff and other stakeholders to ensures we have the insight, lived experience, clinical knowledge and skills we need to make a real and lasting difference to people's lives.
Since our establishment over thirty years ago, we work to provide support and information so that nobody faces cardiomyopathy alone. We fight for better access to treatment so more people get the help they need, we shape research so that it truly addresses the needs of our community, and we raise awareness so more people seek help sooner and fewer people are at risk.
As a growing charity, we now need a Head of Communications to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead our communications and marketing function so that we can improve our ability to:
- Bring more people into our community as service users, supporters and volunteers so that anyone affected by cardiomyopathy knows how we can help and we can continue to extend our work
- Ensure that our advocacy messages are articulated clearly and persuasively to all stakeholders so more people can get the care and treatment that they need
- Increase awareness of cardiomyopathy across all communities so that fewer people are at risk of sudden death
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop and drive a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with IRRI’s global objectives and enhances organizational effectiveness across its global operations
- Provide visionary leadership for the global HR function, including talent acquisition, performance management, and compensation and benefits, to ensure the institute attracts, develops, and retains top talent. Work with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Head of Productivity, Systems and Innovation to develop the strategy and its process of implementation
- Foster a culture of engagement and continuous improvement, optimizing global resource alignment and organizational structure to support IRRI’s mission
- Oversee the seamless delivery of HR functions across IRRI’s global network, ensuring that HR services and programs are effective and responsive to the needs of diverse geographical locations
- Champion a transparent and efficient talent acquisition strategy to secure the best candidates for IRRI’s diverse and multi-national teams
- Lead the implementation of a performance management system that promotes transparency, accountability, and professional growth, tailored to the global context
- Guide the design and implementation of competitive compensation and benefits packages that attract and retain top talent, considering regional variations and global standards
- Modernize IRRI’s HR Policies in close coordination with the Head of Policy Development and ensure they’re fit for purpose, adaptive to meet organizational needs and the changing environment in which IRRI operates
- Partner with senior management to identify HR priorities and ensure HR strategies support the institute's mission and vision
- Advocate for diversity and inclusion in the workforce, aligning HR strategies with IRRI’s commitment to equality and global representation.
- Represent IRRI HR interests in the CGIAR People & Culture Community of Practice and associated high level forums through appropriate engagement and influence in system level activities
- Advocate to Leaders and supervisors on the best course of action in resolving sensitive personnel matters and escalated issues
- Champion initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and engagement across all global locations. Develop and implement strategies that improve employee well-being, work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction, tailored to the diverse needs of IRRI’s workforce
- Ensure IRRI’s processes and HR strategy is in sync with the Tripartite HR plans and is aligned with the OneCGIAR Risk Framework
- Oversee the development and execution of comprehensive onboarding and off-boarding programs that ensure a seamless integration and transition for employees. Ensure these programs are culturally sensitive and aligned with IRRI’s global HR standards
- Align the performance appraisal process with IRRI’s strategic objectives, ensuring that performance evaluations are conducted consistently and fairly across all locations. Foster a culture of accountability and professional growth, using performance data to drive talent development and organizational improvement
- Lead continuous improvement efforts for HR systems and processes. Identify opportunities to streamline HR operations, reduce manual transactions, and enhance the efficiency of HR services. Implement technological solutions that provide real-time data and insights to support decision-making and strategic planning
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in HR leadership, preferably in an international or research-oriented organization
Skills Required
Mandatory
- Proven ability to develop and execute global HR strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Strong expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, and benefits administration
- Demonstrated success in leading and managing HR teams across diverse geographic and cultural backgrounds
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Sound understanding of HR best practices, local labor laws, and international HR standards
- Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of other languages would be beneficial
Preferred
- Having experience of working in Africa will be an added advantage
- Accredited Professional Qualification (CIPD, SHRM, PHR, or equivalent)
IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance, joining and separation travels, home leave, housing support, and other allowances.
Join our team and be part of our story!
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about seeing children and young people supported and empowered to thrive? Would you like to work for an independent organisation that fosters creativity, encourages everyone to contribute to organisational growth and makes sure staff feel supported and valued?
SAFE! Support for Young People Affected by Crime is an independent charity working across the Thames Valley. We are looking to recruit a Head of Finance & Business Development to manage our financial operations and help us progress business development opportunities.
Role: Head of Finance & Business Development
Location and hours: Oxford, full time or part-time hours considered
Are you the right candidate?
We are seeking a self-motivated, dynamic and experienced individual to join our senior management team. You will manage all financial aspects of our charity, and support income growth. You will oversee our planning, budgeting and forecasting and develop our financial management policies, systems and processes. You will support our CEO on funding bids and tenders and help us progress development of diverse income growth opportunities. You will also have management responsibility for the Finance and Administration Manager.
Applicants will have a good understanding of financial and charity standards and regulations, maintaining records in accordance with the Data Protection (GDPR) Act. In addition, you must be able to demonstrate your active commitment to promoting equal opportunities and diversity.
If you have proven experience in financial management and income generation within the 3rd sector, excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop long-lasting working relationships with colleagues, trustees and stakeholders we’d love to hear from you.
The welfare of children is paramount to all that we do in SAFE! and we would expect all successful candidates to demonstrate that they are equally committed to these values. We follow safer recruitment processes to ensure that we adhere to these standards. Appointments will be subject to references and checks made by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) satisfactory to SAFE!
Why work for us?
SAFE! offers competitive rewards and benefits including a 5% pension contribution, flexible working and 28 days annual leave (pro rata). In addition, we offer an Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme and various benefits. We can offer a hybrid approach with regular time spent in our Oxford office, as well as working from home, if appropriate.
We place great importance on staff wellbeing and encourage and enable staff to prioritise healthy work-life balance through flexible working. We are committed to professional development through regular training and encourage all staff to take a lead role in a particular area of interest. We are a creative and responsive organisation and we seek the input of staff and service users to ensure that we can meet their changing needs.
Closing date is Wednesday 6 November 2024 at 9am. Interviews week commencing 18 November 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) are exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell to recruit a Head of Finance & Shared Services to join their dynamic team on a permanent basis. BSAVA is the professional body that serves veterinary surgeons and nurses who treat companion animals and it exists to enable the veterinary profession and professionals thrive.
Reporting into the CEO and as a key member of the Leadership Team, this critical role will be responsible for the development of effective financial strategy to deliver the organisations strategic ambitions, whilst also supporting the strategic development, performance measurement and the optimisation of the Charity’s income.
The organisation:
Founded in 1957, BSAVA has gone from strength to strength to enable the community of small animal veterinary professionals to develop their knowledge and skills through leading-edge education, scientific research and collaboration. BSAVA currently boasts over 10,000 members, the majority of whom work in practice as veterinary surgeons or veterinary nurses, and there are several exciting projects on the horizon as part of their new strategic plan, of which this Head of Finance and Shared Services will play a leading role.
The role offers a full-time opportunity with an excellent benefits package including 7% contribution towards Group Personal Pension, private medical insurance, free parking on site and 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days after three years). Furthermore, the charity’s beautiful offices in Quedgeley (Gloucestershire) were complete renovated in 2017 and the successful post holder will be offered the opportunity to work from home up to three days per week.
The key duties of this Head of Finance & Shared Services role are as follows:
- Ensure that the charity complies with statutory, funding and tax regulations, fulfilling its requirements as a charity, company and employer.
- Work with the CEO and Trustees to enhance and improve the organisations governance functions.
- Lead the statutory audit process and production of the Annual Report, co-ordinating the completion of year end processes.
- Attend Board and Audit and Risk Committee meetings, providing clear and accurate reports to enable them to assess the associations financial, compliance and risk management situation.
- Develop a long-term financial strategy that will support the charity’s ambition for growth.
- Support the Chief Executive and LT with new business development and change management initiatives.
- Oversee the preparation of annual budgets and 3-year forecasts in accordance with the timescales laid down by the CEO.
- Make recommendations to further develop the Shared Services function in order to optimise resources and enhance the efficient running of the Association.
- Support the LT in development and review of business models, commercial proposals, optimising pricing strategies and analysis of potential revenue.
The successful candidate will have:
- Qualified as a finance professional or be qualified by demonstrable experience.
- Finance experience at a senior level, guiding executing and non-executive colleagues.
- Experience of producing and managing organisations budgets and forecasts.
- Experience of financial modelling and development of KPIs.
- Line management experience.
- Ideally, experience of charity accounting including preparing statutory accounts for audit.
- Experience of managing other business areas and support functions would also be an advantage.
- Ability to contribute effectively and constructively as a member of the Leadership Team
The closing date for applications is on Sunday 20th October, but applications are under continuous review in advance of this date so apply today to make sure you are considered!
JOB PURPOSE
Following a period of significant growth, Global Grooves is looking to appoint a highly experienced and strategic fundraising professional with a proven track record of securing significant income through bid writing, tenders, corporate partnerships and other fundraising to join our team.
Working with our senior management team and board to help shape organisational strategy and align fundraising activity to meet ambitious goals, the right candidate will leverage their experience and contacts to consolidate existing income streams and identify new opportunities for growth.
WHO WE ARE
Since 2003, Global Grooves has brought inspirational Carnival practice from around the world into communities across the north of England and internationally. We are passionate about embracing authentic, diverse art forms with integrity and respect, and developing a distinctive UK Carnival aesthetic. Global Grooves is a fully Charitable Community Benefit Society with limited liability registered with the FCA. Society number 7807.
Details in a snapshot
Job title: Head of Development & Fundraising
Salary: £42,000 pro-rata. Part Time Role: 3-5 days per week (*there may be opportunities to extend to up to 5 days, if a business case can be made). Working hours can be flexible.
Reports to: CEO
Line management: Ad-hoc Freelance fundraising support.
Contract: Minimum 2 year fixed term contract, extension possible.
Location: The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL5 9JL. Hybrid working option is available.
Probation period: Reviewed at 6 months.
Benefits: Annual leave entitlement is 20 days a year plus public holidays. Pension: Auto enrolment begins three months after start date. Vitality Health insurance following probation. Flexible working.
Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 20th October
For more information and to download the job pack
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Customer Voice
Home-based, some travel to Newcastle under Lyme
£70,000
Are you passionate about putting the customer voice at the heart of decision making? Do you have experience of turning customer feedback into actionable insights to shape and improve service delivery? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
Our client is looking for a Head of Customer Voice to lead the way in championing our customers, ensuring their voice is continuously heard and acted upon.
As the Head of Customer Voice, you’ll drive strategic customer insight and continuous improvement. Building relationships with key stakeholders will be key to effecting change and improving customer experience.
You’ll have a proven track record in a similar role, operating at a senior level to influence change along with experience of presenting data and insight to a variety of audiences including Board level.
Experience of leading on corporate performance frameworks with the ability to interpret Government and Regulatory Policy and guidance is a must, coupled with previous experience of managing data and insight teams.
Experience in the Social Housing sector and knowledge of Ombudsman and regulatory requirements would also be beneficial.
First stage interviews – 29th October
Second Stage interviews – 6th November
This post is subject to a satisfactory Basic DBS check.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance and Governance position for this Human Rights Charity based in London
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Location: London
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Salary: £80,000pa
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Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
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Type: Full-Time, 5 days a week
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management:
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Oversee all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
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Manage and monitor cash flow, forecasts by restricted causes, and the overall financial performance.
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Prepare accurate financial reports for the COO, Founders or Board of Trustees, including monthly management accounts, impact reports and reporting against the agreed KPIs
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Lead on the preparation of the annual budget, consolidating the UK and overseas budget, and provide financial analysis to support decision-making across the organization.
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Ensure compliance with all tax, financial, and regulatory requirements relevant to a charitable organization.
Compliance and Governance:
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Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures to manage risk and ensure strong governance across UK and Overseas
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Manage relationships with external auditors, ensuring timely submission of audited accounts and submissions to charities commission
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Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the charity sector, advising senior management on compliance and regulatory matters.
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Act as the main point of contact for legal matters and ensure that contracts and agreements are legally sound.
Risk Management:
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Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework to identify and mitigate financial, operational, and reputational risks.
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Conduct regular audits of internal systems and processes to identify areas of improvement.
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Implement safeguards to protect the charity’s assets and reputation.
Key Requirements:
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ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or other relevant professional qualification.
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A minimum of 5-7 years of senior financial management experience, preferably in the charity, non-profit, or social enterprise sector.
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Strong understanding of financial management, charity governance, and compliance requirements.
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Experience in managing external audits and working with auditors, legal professionals, and regulatory bodies.
Job Title: Head of Fundraising and Communications
Ref: HOFC433
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time – 37 hours per week
Salary: £55,000 - £62,000 per annum, depending on experience
Location: The role is offered on a hybrid basis with attendance at the Penny Brohn UK National Centre (BS20, near Bristol) for 3 days per week
About Us
Penny Brohn UK is the cancer health and wellbeing charity. We help people feel better in mind, body and spirit by offering support through our team of cancer support experts (which includes doctors, nutritionists, counsellors and exercise therapists)
Penny Brohn UK helps people with cancer to feel more physically and emotionally able to manage the impacts of their diagnosis and treatment, be more in control of their choices and have the best quality of life possible. By making our services freely available, our aim is for all people with cancer to be able to access the high-quality support they need.
The role
We are excited to be recruiting a new Head of Fundraising and Communications role and are seeking to appoint an experienced individual who can lead and shape the existing Fundraising and Marketing team as well as join the Senior Leadership team at Penny Brohn UK.
The individual we are looking for will:
- Have a track record of achieving fundraising targets across different income streams
- Be able to demonstrate extensive experience in developing and implementing a fundraising strategy to enable income growth.
- Have successful experience of leading brand and marketing activity to achieve external engagement as well as leading teams.
- Bring a high level of interpersonal and communications skills and have the ability to support and motivate others and most importantly, demonstrate a whole-hearted commitment to the vision and values of Penny Brohn UK.
In return for your hard work and dedication you will enjoy a wide variety of benefits including:
- 30 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
- Beautiful workspace in a semi-rural location on the outskirts of Bristol with free onsite parking
- Subsidised lunch, freshly prepared onsite in the Penny Brohn kitchen
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Enhanced sick pay after six month’s service
- Auto enrolment into the Penny Brohn UK pension scheme
- Free Life Assurance
- Family friendly policies with enhanced maternity and paternity leave after one year of service
- Specsavers Corporate eyecare test
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to subsidised wellbeing at the Penny Brohn UK National Centre
Timetable for appointment
Closing date: 9.00am Monday 28 October 2024
Interview date: Tuesday 5 November 2024
Start date to be agreed upon appointment with successful candidate.
Thank you for considering Penny Brohn UK, we look forward to hearing from you!
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
At Penny Brohn UK, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organisation. We are proactively taking action to support EDI and Wellbeing to support our ethos of creating a diverse culture that is reflective of both our employees and the lived experience of all communities touched by cancer. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
No agencies please.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become Head of Clinical Services to lead our highly-regarded therapy, consultation and supervision activities.
Our ideal candidate is an experienced parent-infant psychotherapist or practitioner psychologist who is passionate about supporting relationships between babies and their carers, and who can lead our well-established team of parent-infant psychotherapists delivering high-quality clinical work.
This post has specific responsibility for the recruitment, management and leadership of clinical staff, the quality of clinical delivery and development of parent-infant clinical services, informed by psychodynamic/psychoanalytic parent-infant therapy. There may also be opportunity to be involved in our highly-regarded national training delivery.
The Head of Clinical Services will be responsible for ensuring excellent safeguarding practice in the organisation. Please refer to OXPIP’s Safeguarding Policies for more details by clicking here.
This role is part of our senior leadership team, reporting to the CEO directly. The post holder will occasionally be required to deputise in the CEO’s absence.
We encourage hybrid working but all staff are required to attend two face-to-face meetings per month on Wednesdays, for a 8.45am start in Kidlington. This role will also require flexibility to attend face-to-face meetings in Oxfordshire as required.
The Oxford Parent-Infant Project provides a wide range of service development and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities. We have benchmarked our clinical salaries, annual leave and pension arrangements to the current NHS terms and conditions. The role is ideally offered as 22.5 hours per week but there is some flexibility.
We are committed to promoting and supporting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from anyone meeting the essential Job Description requirements.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting a Policy and Campaigns Manager to take forward our work on household debt. This role plays a key part in our campaign to end the UK’s household debt crisis.
Over ten million people in the UK are now ‘overindebted’, meaning they are behind on bills or are finding their debt repayments a heavy financial burden. The crisis has been growing over the last decade but has increased dramatically because of the pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis. More and more people are now borrowing to cover bills and essentials.
Our campaign combines community organising with national level campaigning and advocacy work to bring the voices of those most affected by the debt crisis to the fore in debates on policy solutions. You will use your policy and campaigning expertise to help ensure the people most impacted by problem household debt have a say in influencing the policies that affect them. You will work on issues such as the growth in council tax debt and bailiff use, the huge build up in energy debt as a result of the cost of living crisis and making insolvency policy and practice fairer and more accessible so more people can get out of debt.
You will be a key member of our household debt project team, working alongside the Head of Campaigns, Head of Policy and Advocacy, Digital Campaigner and Lead Organiser.
We are looking for someone with great policy analysis and advocacy skills, a strong campaigning mindset, and a passion for social justice. We are not expecting you to already be an expert in all aspects of the role or in household debt policy but are looking for someone with the potential to develop quickly. Crucially, you will also need to appreciate why taking a community organising approach and building the power of people affected by debt is important, though you do not need to have experience in community organising.
This role will require some evening and weekend working, though this will be infrequent.
We strongly value diversity and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We would particularly like to encourage applications from women and non-binary people, people of colour, people who identify as LGTBQIA+ and people who identify as working class or have done in the past. If you have a question about location or any other aspect of the role, please do get in touch.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Political Studies Association (PSA) exists to develop and promote the study and teaching of politics and related disciplines. Founded in 1950, we are the leading association in our field in the United Kingdom, with an international membership including academics in political science, theorists and practitioners, policymakers, researchers, and students in higher education as well as members from the school community.
Contract and Salary ; Permanent and Salary Band D (£45k FTE)
Hours: 0.6 or 0.8 FTE i.e. over 3 or 4 days each week
Reports to the PSA’s Chief Executive
Location: All roles are based at our offices in Camden London but the PSA staff work hybrid and supports its staff to work remotely. Post-holders will be required, however, to come into our offices regularly and The whole team is endeavouring to collaborate in our offices regularly, especially on Wednesdays each week.
Job purpose: The postholder will support our aim to be the leading advocate for and supporter of Political Studies in the UK. Working with the CEO, the rest of the PSA Team and trustees you will lead the association’s membership services, communications, outreach programmes, and events including:
· Teaching and Learning Network
· Postgraduate students and Early Career Network
· Schools & Student programmes
· Specialist Groups
· Recognising professional contributions including our prizes and awards
· Advocacy for Political Studies.
The PSA is the home of Political Studies and in doing so the PSA’s staff and trustees work to bring our community together and advocate its importance to achieve our mission. This role plays a vital role in achieving this.
You will build and sustain a team of motivated and skilled staff and contractors and support them to continuously develop, innovate and enjoy their work. You will reflect the values of sustainability, diversity, advocacy and excellence in everything that you and your team do.
The post-holder will also contribute to the association’s income and membership targets, work within assigned budgets and creatively with partners as well as monitoring and reporting performance to trustees.
Operational priorities in the first year in being in post will include:
· Embedding a new website and CRM
· Implementing a new PSA 2025+ Strategic Plan including reviews of our membership offer and specialist groups
· Delivering the association’s annual conference
· Recruiting new team members to successfully deliver this strategy.
Team Structure & Context: The post will line manage a team of membership, communications and events personnel including the services of several external expert suppliers. You will also, on occasion, deputise for the CEO. This role works closely with the Operations & Finance team on governance, budgeting, grants and awards, digital systems and delivery.
Interview: There will be a two-stage interview process, first stage interview with be on either 6th or 8th November via teams and second stage will be in person in Camden on 15th November.
Main responsibilities:
Governance, Strategy and Leadership:
- Work with the PSA’s trustees and PSA team to shape and deliver the PSA’s strategy and annual business plans and support our aim to be the leading advocate and scholarly community for Political Studies in the UK
- Ensure key performance indicators relating to your work area are monitored, reported and used to continuously improve our operations.
- Work with trustees and lead by example to embed the values of sustainability, diversity, advocacy and excellence throughout the organisation
- Lead, support, and motivate staff so they are engaged and committed to delivering the organisation’s culture, values and objectives while meeting their individual potential and enjoying their work
- You will be able to approve expenditure in accordance with the PSA’s Scheme of Delegation and finance policies and procedures
- On occasion, co-ordinate the PSA’s response to government and other consultations and represent the association while engaging stakeholders.
Membership Services and Communications:
Lead and support your Membership, Events, Communications & Programmes line-reports to develop and deliver the following:
- Devising the PSA’s membership, marketing and communications strategies with the wider PSA Team and trustees so that the association maintains and enhances its profile, size, and impact
- Manage team members and contractors to ensure the development and delivery of these strategies including the organisation’s membership services, codes of conduct, professional standards and package of member benefits
- Work with your team and trustees in shaping our membership offer which supports our members as they progress through their studies and careers. This includes the development and delivery of new membership categories including the PSA Fellowship
- Work with your team members to continuously improve the PSA’s member communications and content ensuring that all web and other digital and printed content and data is timely and good quality. You will ensure an ongoing programme of content and calls for action including promotion of Political Insight magazine and journals, the PSA Blog, e-newsletters, and social media as well as the efficient and effective deployment of the CRM so we can give our members, donors and stakeholders the best experience possible
- Work with your team to ensure the membership recruitment, renewal and services run smoothly and achieve the continued growth in the association and that expectations are met
- Run the annual academic prizes programme as a part of our PSA member benefits package and in partnership with others including the American Political Science Association and the Academy of Social Sciences
- Support the CEO and Head of Operations and Finance with implementing the PSA’s grant and other support programmes as part of our member benefits package
- Support the PSA’s Chair and CEO on wider engagement with the higher education and learned society sectors including supporting heads of department gatherings and communications.
Programme Management:
Deliver the PSA’s Schools programme:
- Support PSA trustees in creating a programme in line with the PSA’s strategy
- Lead team members, suppliers, and partners to deliver this programme to as wide a range of teachers and pupils as possible
- Promote the teaching and study of Politics particularly post-16 and at undergraduate level
- Develop and deliver an offering for teachers and students (particularly post-16 resources and events) involving input from academics in line with PSA Strategy
- Support the PSA’s trustees on engagement and advocacy concerning post-16 curriculum and assessment.
Supporting Students, early career academics and those focussed on higher education teaching and learning:
- Support your team members in managing member networks including the PSA’s Teaching and Learning Network (TLN) and Early Career Network (ECN), its volunteer convenors (committee members) and programme of communications, resources and events and imbed these as a clear part of our membership offering
- Support your team members in undertaking the election and training of incoming committee members and ensure the development of appropriate procedures and annual actions plans so that they adhere to the byelaws of the association and agreed budgets
- Support the PSA’s trustees with engagement and advocacy concerning Higher Education teaching and learning and the content of Politics courses
- Work with team members to organise and develop the annual PSA undergraduate Conference, and develop a wider programme of work with opportunities to undergraduate students to engage with the PSA
- With support from the team, ensure the effective operation of the PSA’s family of specialist groups in particular the management and growth of their own membership and communications as well as supporting their events and, in liaison with the Finance Manager, their own income and expenditure
- Work with team members, trustees and association members on the provision of developmental activities including mentoring and training programmes.
Delivering the PSA’s Annual Conference, annual lecture, and other events:
- Devise in consultation with colleagues and trustees, a conference and events strategy for the organisation aimed to bring our community together, further our strategy and maximise revenues. This should include events supporting all membership types, specialist groups and our networks.
- Manage the team responsible for delivery and ensure productive relationships between staff and suppliers as well as academic and commercial partners
- Develop and manage project budgets including the Annual Conference from inception to completion in consultation with team members and the Operations and Finance Team, reporting to the Chief Executive and Trustees.
- Oversee existing systems to monitor progress and expenditure through the regular scrutiny and review of budgets and project plans, from proposal though implementation and delivery
- Support team members in the delivery of PSA’s annual conference and the wider events programme, ensuring that all of these are of the highest quality and linked to the PSA’s wider strategic priorities ensuring all these events are risk-assessed, insured, delivered cost-effectively, on time and to a high professional standard
- Exploit opportunities to increase membership, profile, reach, and income including sponsorship and advertising as well as opportunities to increase inclusion through technology. This will include you and your team building relationships with potential sponsors, advertisers and exhibitors to maximise the opportunities available at PSA events and in our publications including selling sponsorship/stand/exhibition space to potential exhibitors/partners
- Conduct post-event evaluation to ensure continuous improvement and assess impact
- Ensure a pipeline of future annual conferences and other events through effective engagement with trustees and university Politics departments and other stakeholders.
Other duties and responsibilities:
The above role description is not exclusive or exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. All members of staff are required to be professional, co-operative, and flexible in line with the needs of the post and the organisation
- On occasion, this may entail supporting colleagues in work areas outside of this job description including deputising for the CEO
- These duties are subject to change from time to time as determined by business priorities and communicated by the CEO. As and when duties and responsibilities change the job description will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the post holder
- The post-holder is expected to provide general support in running the PSA offices and line-manage their team members to do likewise
- Compliance with PSA policy including absence, appraisal, health & safety as well as the GDPR.
How to apply: Please submit your application by 9am Monday 28th October sending a covering letter together with your CV
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Brain Injury Service
Lead a passionate team dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families affected by acquired brain injury. Join us as our Head of Brain Injury Service and make a lasting impact through our inclusive, compassionate and innovative support programme.
The Child Brain Injury Trust was originally set up by a group of medical professionals. The organisation has evolved over the years and is now the leading UK organisation supporting families and professionals affected by childhood acquired brain injury. Working in consultation and collaboration with families and professionals, the charity aims to ensure families can access the support they need, when they need it and to ensure they have the best possible chance of reaching their potential.
As Head of our Brain Injury Service, you will be joining the charity at an exciting time, as we have just launched our new five-year strategy – Elevating families, enriching futures. The strategy is our most exciting yet as we look to increase our reach and embed 4 key areas of support: early intervention (currently we work in major trauma centres and specialist hospitals across the UK), community inclusion, educational services and virtual support. Although our programme delivery model is not completely defined and embedded, we have a strong framework and a dedicated team who are eager and committed to our strategic goals. We are developing our service in line with the future needs of families and as such we are looking to appoint an individual who is passionate about childhood acquired brain injury, team development and leadership. By joining an inclusive, compassionate and forward-thinking team, you will be part of developing and growing our highly regarded charity.
The purpose of this role is to provide overall strategic input, direction, development and operational management for the national brain Injury support service. To lead our whole brain injury service team to achieve the five-year strategy.
As well as exceptional leadership and management skills, you will need to enjoy developing and maintaining relationships with a large range of key stakeholders from the clinical, legal and corporate sectors.
We are looking for a confident and experienced individual who has evidenced previous compassionate leadership experience which will be essential and your values will lead your success.
This is a varied and exciting leadership role for the right individual, where no two days are the same. If you are adaptable, solution focused and have excellent management and leadership skills then we are keen to hear from you. Thank you for your interest in this position.
Work setting: Hybrid (2 days a week from home)
Salary: £52,000 - £55,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: London
Are you a dynamic leader with the ability to inspire and collaborate across all levels of the organisation? Do you have solid managerial experience within quality management, risk management, and data analysis? Have you created and implemented a QMS from scratch? Do you possess strong background in data-driven decision-making, with experience presenting complex data and recommendations at Senior Management and Board level?
TPP are recruiting a Head of Quality, Risk and Control on behalf of our client, an international charity focused on supporting people facing severe health issues.
Benefits:
- 27 days' holiday per annum plus public holidays, increasing after two years' service by one day per year, up to a maximum of four additional days per year
- 5% Employer Pension Contribution
- Corporate Eye Care Scheme
- Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Season Ticket Loans
The Role:
As the Head of Quality, Risk and Control, you will join the senior management team and ensure the organisation operates at the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency, driving continuous improvement and minimising risks. Your strategic mindset and strong analytical skills will enable you to make a meaningful impact on the organisation's mission to save lives.
Main responsibilities:
- Quality Management: Develop and implement a comprehensive Quality Management System (QMS) that meets or exceeds industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to foster a culture of innovation and data-driven decision-making, ensuring the highest levels of quality and efficiency.
- Data Integrity: Establish robust systems for the collection, analysis, and reporting of performance data to support informed decision-making.
- Risk Management: Implement a comprehensive risk management framework that identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks across all functions of the organisation.
- Leadership & Compliance: Confidently present quality and performance data to the Senior Leadership Team, driving policy development and promoting compliance with all relevant regulations.
Essential requirements:
- Substantial experience in Quality and Risk management
- A background in business management, data analysis, science, or a related field.
- Experience in building and implementing QMS from the ground up.
- Strong presentation and communication skills, with experience influencing senior stakeholders.
- Knowledge of data protection regulations, including GDPR.
- Ability to travel nationally and internationally for training and meetings as required.
- Auditing experience.
If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear back. We are reviewing CVs as and when we are receiving them so, if you are keen to apply, then please do so today!
TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn't quite right for you, please do check out our website and pop your CV over to us!
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.