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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.

Interim Finance Director

Location: London – Hybrid (flexi) 
Hours: Part time, 3 days per week
Contract Type Fixed Term Contract – 6 month (commencing Jan 2025) 
Salary: £75,000 - £85,000

Reporting to the CEO, the Finance Director will be part of In Kind Direct’s leadership team and contribute to the overall leadership, strategic direction and decision-making of the organisation. 

Do you believe that everyone should have access to life’s essentials & that no usable product should go to waste?

You will be joining an inspiring peer group and wider team committed to this mission. You will also work closely with the Board of Trustees for In Kind Direct and In Kind Direct International, a diverse and high-profile group of individuals who bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to help drive our strategic objectives and achieve our impact goals for 2025 and beyond. 

Specifically, you will lead the development and performance of financial strategies that enable long-term financial sustainability and efficient operations of the organisation, all with the focus on delivering greater impact to those we serve. You will advise the CEO and Board on these strategies, including working with the Partnerships and Impact Director and Commercial Director to set the philanthropic and commercial income strategies. 

The Finance Director will also be responsible for implementing and developing financial planning, budgeting and forecasting to support IKD’s decision making for increased impact and improve IKD’s effectiveness and efficiency. This includes responsibility for the development and maintenance of the internal finance controls, policies, procedures and systems. Finally, you will also lead decision-making on investments, reserves and the management of financial strategy and risks, taking into account our approach to sustainability. Previous experience in eCommerce and distribution will be a significant advantage given the innovative In Kind Direct model.

Skills and experience you will bring

• Experience working at FD level with in-depth knowledge of financial and operational management, ideally including relevant experience within the charity sector.
• Strategic thinker experienced in collaborative strategy development.
• Innovative, curious and rigorous - able to find strategic solutions and work at pace to support commercial and operational decisions [CW5] with modelling that drive greater impact.
• Fully qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Understanding of Ecommerce and distribution is highly desirable.
• Wide experience of business planning, functional development and performance reporting, including to the Board of Trustees.
• Experience managing outsourced finance teams desirable.
• An experienced leader with a track record of delivering ambitious goals, bringing together diverse, inclusive, high performing teams.
• Equally adept at and enthused by engaging in strategic decision making and rolling up their sleeves to get involved in the day-to-day delivery of In Kind Direct.
• Values-driven with exceptional integrity and committed to our other core values of innovation, kindness and togetherness. 
• Knowledge and experience of tax and accounting regulations. Knowledge of the charity sector desirable.
• Demonstrably committed to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice and promotes diversity.

About In Kind Direct

Who we are

We are a UK charity that works with charitable organisations and companies to ensure everyone has access to the products they need to live well.

What we believe

Everyone deserves access to life’s essentials and no usable product should go to waste.

Our Purpose

We create powerful partnerships, enabling more communities to thrive.

What we do

We distribute products including personal hygiene, household, clothes, toys and technology, donated by manufacturers and retailers, to charities, community groups, food banks and schools across the UK.

We are currently supporting 500,000 people each week. In 2023 we unlocked over £25m in savings into the voluntary sector. This helped charitable organisations meet the increasing need in their communities, at a time when their own resources are stretched.

Our role

We are a practical response to the widening gap in society. We help meet today’s need and use our insights to reduce tomorrow’s. 2024 is the fourth year of our ambitious five-year strategy to triple our impact

Our impact

Since being founded in 1996 by HM King Charles III, we have distributed £359m of essential products, diverted 38,652 tonnes from waste, and supported over 15,000 charitable organisations.

Our values

We work with kindness, togetherness and integrity, driving innovation

Working at In Kind Direct

• We are an equal opportunities employer and support our team to succeed in their roles through training, adaptations, flexibility in working, and a range of policies to support people in their personal, family and care responsibilities. We have just been recognised and accredited as a Great Place to Work.
• We seek to challenge discrimination and are committed to our values of kindness, togetherness, integrity, and innovation. We are on an organisational journey to achieving our EDI vision and welcome any questions about our progress and aspirations. We especially welcome applications from anyone with lived experience of being on low income or working with smaller charitable organisations. We will meet all reasonable expenses and will support anyone invited to interview to be able to participate. 

How to apply

To apply, please use the application link, complete a short application form, upload your CV, and a brief supporting statement (max. 500 words). We will also request an Equality Monitoring Form. Applications submitted without a supporting statement may not be considered. 

The deadline for applying for this role is Wednesday 30th October.

You may also have experience in the following: You may also have experience in the following: Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Group Controller, Management Accountant, Chief Accountant, Finance Director, Finance Controller, Company Accountant, Group Accountant, Finance Accountant, Financial Accountant, Qualified Accountant, Legal Finance etc.

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AllChild is seeking to recruit an Impact Officer who will take a key role in using data to drive impact and support decision-making. You will work closely with other members of the Impact Team to implement projects and work with other teams to drive data collection and ensure key research findings are utilised, communicated, and understood.

We are looking for someone with a ‘can-do’ attitude who can think creatively and problem-solve and who is excited about the opportunity to drive further learning and insight into the AllChild programme.

Some duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Working closely with the Impact Manager and Impact Officer to implement AllChild’s data collection processes – ensuring high-quality, complete and timely data collection. This will involve working closely with the Delivery Team to ensure data is accurately collected from schools.
• Supporting with cross-organisational workstreams, conducting robust analysis of AllChild delivery metrics (monitoring data) and Delivery Partner data (partner programme outcomes data).
• Carrying out robust analysis to help the Delivery Team identify the children and young people who could most benefit from the Impact Programme.

For further information and details on how to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 10 November 2024.

The Project Manager – Hounslow will have the ability to enthuse and inspire businesses to take action to meet the needs of communities across Hounslow.

You will be a highly motivated, approachable self-starter who is able to enthuse a range of stakeholders with the ability to spot opportunities and act on them.

You will work in communities in Hounslow to deliver and manage a range of projects in line with the objectives established by the Hounslow Place Board.

Salary is on the BITC professional level 5 - from £27,945 to £31,050 

Closing date:                              3 November 2024 

Interview date:                            Week commencing Monday 11 November 2024 

Are you passionate about securing transformative gifts that drive change?

As a Senior Philanthropy Executive, you'll play a key role in securing substantial donations from charitable trusts, foundations, and major donors, enabling us to reach new heights in our mission.

If you're skilled in philanthropy, relationship building, and have a knack for creating compelling proposals, we want to hear from you!

• Title: Senior Philanthropy Executive
• Cause: Health charity
• Salary: £34,300 - £37,300
• Contract: Permanent
• Location: London (Hybrid - minimum one day per week in the office)

In this Senior Philanthropy Executive role, you'll:

• Grow high-impact relationships: Manage a portfolio of key trusts and donors, securing five- and six-figure gifts that directly support our critical work.
• Craft unique engagement: Develop tailored proposals, host inspiring meetings, and help organise donor events that highlight the impact of our organisation.
• Shape their major appeal strategy: Support our Head of Philanthropy and Head of Appeal in implementing a new, innovative major appeal strategy.
• Work alongside experts: Collaborate with senior academics, trustees, ambassadors, and the Leadership Team to provide enriching donor experiences and powerful proposals.
• Support organisational growth: Partner with our Prospect Researcher to identify and engage potential supporters, ensuring a steady pipeline of impactful donations.

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

• Proven Philanthropy experience: Demonstrated success in philanthropy fundraising, with the ability to secure significant gifts.
• Effective communication: Confident and capable in delivering engaging presentations and written proposals to inspire donors.
• Relationship building expertise: Strong experience in nurturing high-level relationships and networks, both internally and externally.
• Organisational skills: Adept at managing complex budgets, prioritising multiple projects, and delivering on deadlines.
• Strategic insight: The ability to identify new opportunities and craft strategies that align with donor interests and our organisational goals.

If you're ready to be part of an impactful journey, apply today and help grow our mission through strategic philanthropy.

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.

Location: Remote, with regular meetings in London, UK

Hours: 2.5 days per week

Sustainability First is a leading UK think tank and charity that acts as a critical friend to businesses, regulators, governments, and civil society, to create more sustainable energy and water sectors in the UK. We work tirelessly to advocate for policies that support environmental and consumer protection and to engage the public through accessible and impactful communication. We believe that it is possible to create a thriving economy that respects environmental limits and enables social equity.

Role overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and committed Advocacy and Communications Officer to join our team. This new role is integral to amplifying our voice with decision-makers, including business leaders, senior officials in central government and regulatory bodies, and amongst politicians. You will help to shape public policy and drive our communications strategy.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advocacy, excellent communication skills, and a shared commitment to our values. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a core role in our charity, as well as make a tangible impact on the environment and social equity in the UK. We will also be rolling out a refreshed brand and updated website – you will have the opportunity to help us make the most of our new branding.

What we offer:

• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• The chance to make a tangible impact on environmental and public policy, and public awareness
• Flexible working hours including remote working
• 25 days' annual leave, pro-rata.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the ‘apply’ button.

Closing date: Sunday 3rd November 2024.

Sustainability First is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

Harris Hill is looking for an experienced Marketing Manager, to join a social welfare charity in London, for 6 months, on a hybrid basis. Uusally 1-2 days per month, plus some events when needed.

This role is looking to start mid December, so we are looking for someone who will be available to start quickly, considering interviews and decision might not be made until end November/ December. 

This contract role sits within the Fundraising, Marketing and Communications

Team. As the contract Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for managing the planning, development and delivery of integrated marketing campaigns that drive brand awareness, beneficiary engagement and fundraising.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful campaigns to grow income, recruit and retain supporters and drive beneficiary outreach through brand and awareness initiatives.

To be considered, we are looking for someone with the following experience:

Track record of developing and delivering marketing and brand campaigns in a commercial and/or not for profit environment. (D)

Track record of delivering impactful marketing and brand campaigns with measurable outcomes. (E)

Track record of using brand/marketing research and insight to develop targeted, measurable marketing campaigns that drive response or change behaviour. (E)

Experience of developing and delivering a coherent marketing/comms plan in a diverse organisation. (E)

For a closer look at the job description, please apply for more information.

Do you want to make a lasting impact on patient care and staff support at one of London's leading NHS trusts? Join as Trust and Funding Officer, and help build the foundations of a healthier society.

As Trust Funding Officer you will play a vital role in their grant making and special purpose funds management, and your work will directly benefit patients and staff across their hospitals and community sites. You will work closely with Funding Managers to support their funding processes and the design and delivery of projects across the charity.

As Trust Funding Officer you will

• Develop and manage a portfolio of grants, advising and guiding applicants and grant holders.

• Manage questions and issues on grant or fund expenditure.
• Manage initial enquiries from Trust staff, responding to potential applicants and progressing ideas as agreed.
• Build strong relationships with the Fundraising and Communications teams.

To be successful in the role you will

• Have experience in a customer facing role, ideally in a funding or fundraising environment.

• Manage relationships with stakeholders, and help them to navigate complexity.
• Have experience of working with budgets and other forms of financial information.
• Use reports to gain insight.
• Ideally have experience of grants.

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.

We are looking for a Climate Action Manager to join the Community Impact team. The role will collaborate widely across BITC and externally, to challenge and support business to accelerate a just transition to a net zero, resilient future where people and nature thrive. The Climate Action Manager will plan, design, and deliver collaborative projects, tools & resources,  as well as communications activities to support businesses and communities to accelerate a just transition to net zero.

The Climate Action Manager will work across both our business transformation and community climate fund projects, so having both business facing and community facing experience of delivering sustainability projects would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will have a good understanding of the role of business in delivering a just transition to net zero as well as experience of managing projects, delivering written content, facilitating workshops, and identifying trends and emerging issues. The full list of responsibilities and criteria can be found in the job description and person specification.

Salary in line with the BITC job framework, professional level 4 – manager – minimum of £33,120 national and £36,225 London office based

Closing date: 17 November 2024 

Interview date: 27 November 2024

We are looking for a new Funding Officer to cover areas predominantly within Kent. The role will join a passionate, vibrant and friendly team and be part of ensuring our funding supports a wide variety of communities and places locally.

As part of our London, South East and East (LSE&E) Funding team, you’ll be part of a team, led by a Funding Manager, and comprised of five other Funding Officers. LSE&E is one of the largest teams in the Fund (circa 50 people) and distributes over £100m annually. The team is committed to learning and impact and the role offers a chance to gain insight into and learn from the fantastic work communities are doing on the ground and how this can be used to help others.

· You will assess applications for funding and manage grants from our Reaching Communities and Partnerships programme.

· You will use your local knowledge and experience, and the experience of our grant holders and local stakeholders, to ensure we are making the best decisions on the grants we make. By working closely with people and communities from a defined geographical area, you will understand what matters to them and where our funding can make the biggest difference.

· You will gain an understanding of our vision, our commitment to equity and inclusion and our funding programmes.

· You will be responsible for your own caseload; liaise with grant recipients, visit projects, identify and manage risks, supporting organisations to deliver their projects and measure their impact. 

· You will need to understand and respond to the different needs of our applicants and grant holders by providing advice and feedback and be willing to have challenging but constructive conversations.

· You’ll also need to work within the Fund’s policies and procedures and the necessary legislation, and in a way that is in line with our vision and principles.

You will represent the Fund within your local area including at funding fairs and external meetings and create opportunities for people to come together. You will share learning from your conversations, events, grant holder reports and evaluations with other colleagues so that we can maximise our impact as a grant maker.

You may come from a voluntary sector background - many of our colleagues do, but we are also very open to transferrable skills from any and all backgrounds. Just reach out to us for an initial conversation if you’re unsure.

Interview Dates: 25th and 26th November - Online

Location: Mobile within Kent and with occasional travel to Sussex, London and other areas within the LSE&E region for team meetings. You’ll work mainly from home and community locations (such as our grant holders’ offices).  You will receive a £1000 mobile working allowance.

On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below

We are looking for local talented people from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences who share our values and are passionate about making a difference through our funding. Whether through lived or gained experience you will really understand the communities we work with. 

Essential:

1) Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence to operate in a wide range of environments

2) Knowledge of the local areas you would be based within and their charity sectors. Experience working with underrepresented communities in the area is particularly desirable. 

3) Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships at several different levels with a strong commitment to equity and inclusion

4) Confidence to use your judgement, take initiative and challenge when appropriate

5)  Values-driven and passionate about the Fund’s purpose

Desirable:

6) Understanding of financial planning and business plans, ability to analyse accounts and numerical data. 

7) Demonstrable IT skills and the ability to learn detailed processes. 

8) An ability to manage your own workload with minimal supervision.  

Equal Opportunities (standard text)

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. We are committed to being an inclusive and great place to work, and recognise our people come from diverse backgrounds.  As such we particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (B.A.M.E) backgrounds, LGBTQ+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from disabled people and will proactively make reasonable adjustments if needed through the recruitment process and during employment. This can be related to a physical and/or mental health condition.

Contract type

Permanent

Location

Whittington with some flexibility for remote working

Hours

Full time (37.5 hours per week) with flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required

Annual salary

B1 £24,050.09 to B3 £25,379.21

Review Date

10/11/2024

As the Digital Data Officer reporting into the Digital Data Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing and leveraging data within the Income Generation team. This position involves overseeing the collection, storage and analysis of data to support strategic decisions and improve operational efficiency. The officer ensures data integrity and compliance with relevant regulations, while also identifying opportunities for digital innovation.

Collaborating with various teams, the Digital Data Officer supports, develops and implements data-driven solutions that enhance the charity's impact. Supporting all areas of fundraising but with a specific focus on individual giving and lottery you will produce meaningful information, analysis reports and training that contributes to the effectiveness of St Giles Hospice Fundraising activities.

You will also play an important part in ensuring data input, usage and training on the income generation database is up to date and lead on data extraction. You will ensure all data work is done in line with relevant processes procedures and legislation. A good understanding of data protection and its relation to fundraising and marketing will be key.

Just so you know:

This post is subject to a Disclose and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We may review applications before the application review date, however, if you apply after the application review date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role; this may be earlier than the closing date.

If you have not heard within 14 days of the application close date, then please consider that your application has been unsuccessful at this time.

As part of your application your data will be managed in line with St Giles Hospice Privacy Policy and kept for 6 months. If you would like to see this in full, please visit our website for our Privacy Policy. This is in extension to Charity Job Privacy Policy.

Full time, permanent

About us

Practical Action is a change making organisation that works in unconventional ways. We put ingenious ideas to work so people in poverty can change their world.

We do things differently, so answers that start small can grow big – bringing people together in bold collaborations, using innovation and knowledge to build futures free from poverty and help shape a world that works better for everyone.

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic and proactive Global Learning and Development (L&D) Coordinator to join our vibrant, international team. In this exciting role, you will play a key part in shaping the learning journey for our employees across the globe, ensuring they have the tools, resources, and training needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world. You’ll have the opportunity to coordinate cutting-edge training programs, manage state-of-the-art digital learning platforms, and help drive the implementation of innovative L&D strategies that impact employees from different cultures and regions.

About you

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for learning and a talent for digital technology to make a real difference. If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced, global environment, and are excited about contributing to a culture of continuous development, then this is the role for you! You’ll collaborate with colleagues around the world, tackle diverse challenges, and help shape the future of learning and growth within our organisation.

Accountabilities

Training Coordination:

• Schedule, coordinate, and manage all internal and external training sessions.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external trainers, and venues to ensure smooth delivery of learning programs. In the room and virtual rooms
• Maintain and update training event calendars and records.

Digital Learning Management:

• Administer and manage digital learning platforms (e.g., LMS - Learning Management System), ensuring content is up-to-date and accessible.
• Troubleshoot issues related to digital learning tools, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Support the creation and curation of digital learning content, including e-learning modules, videos, webinars, and virtual training sessions.

Learning Analytics & Reporting:

• Monitor and track learning and development progress using data analytics tools, providing regular reports on key metrics (e.g., participation, completion rates, learner feedback).
• Analyse learning data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in training programs.

Employee Development Support:

• Serve as a point of contact for employee learning and development queries.
• Provide guidance on learning paths and career development opportunities based on employee and organisational needs.
• Assist in the design and delivery of personal and professional development initiatives.

Digital Skills Development:

• Assist in the development and delivery of digital skills training, supporting employees in improving their proficiency in digital tools and software.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to identify areas where additional digital skills training is required.
• Support the L&D Manager in managing the L&D budget, tracking expenditures and processing invoices.

Learning and Development Projects:

• Support the implementation of new learning initiatives and programs, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Participate in cross-functional projects that contribute to a culture of continuous learning.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in a learning and development coordination role or a similar administrative position.
• Strong proficiency in digital tools and platforms, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-learning tools (e.g., Articulate, Adobe Captivate, Canva, Synthesis), and other digital collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom).
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with diverse stakeholders across the organisation.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and data.
• Ability to analyse data and present actionable insights.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to generate L&D reports.
• Experience in developing and delivering training.
• CIPD qualification in Learning and Development or equivalent
• Skills, Abilities and Competences

Collaboration and Teamwork:

• Skilled in working within a global team, fostering collaboration across departments and regions.
• Ability to facilitate virtual teams and work with colleagues and partners globally in different time zones

Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusion:

• Strong competency in promoting inclusivity and ensuring training materials and delivery methods are culturally sensitive and accessible to all learners.

Organisational Agility:

• Ability to navigate and thrive within a fast-paced, global organisation, responding quickly to changing business needs and priorities.

Innovation in Learning Design:

• Ability to introduce innovative approaches to learning, such as incorporating mobile learning, social learning platforms, or AI-driven personalised learning pathways.

Attention to Detail:

• Ensuring accuracy and high standards in managing training records, tracking certifications, and preparing training-related reports.

Global Mindset:

• Understanding of global business environment, with sensitivity to cultural differences and regional learning needs.
• Ability to adapt learning products to the cultural context locally

Problem-Solving:

• Strong problem-solving ability to handle challenges such as differing regulatory requirements, regional variances in skills development, and access to learning platforms.

Time Management:

• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks and coordinating global projects that involve multiple stakeholders and time zones.

Continuous Improvement Focus:

• Passion for continuous learning and staying updated on global L&D best practices, tools, and emerging technologies.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Why join us?

The opportunity to work for an organisation that is making a positive difference to the lives of people worldwide, a friendly and supportive culture, and working with values-driven and highly engaged colleagues are just some of the reasons we think Practical Action is a great place to work.

This will be a global role based either in the UK or in one of our country offices in Kenya, Rwanda, Senegal, Zimbabwe, Peru, Boliva, Nepal or Bangladesh.  The final salary and benefits for this role is dependent on the country of base and job market conditions.

The successful applicant must have the pre-existing right to both live and work in the country from which they will be based.  They must be in a commutable distance from one of our global offices, as the successful candidate would be expected to attend the office on regular occasions.

Additional information

Practical Action believes that having a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture based on respect will enable us to be an effective organisation. We seek to create an inclusive workplace in which people are accepted as individuals, regardless of their differences and where they feel their contribution is valued.  Practical Action is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.

We stay committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse working environment and believe that people from different backgrounds or cultures give us different perspectives, and the more perspectives we have, the more successful we will be. By building a culture where everyone feels heard, respected, and valued we give everyone working with us the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal checks and terrorist financing.

Closing date for applications: 17th November 2024.  Please note that should we recruit a suitable candidate before the closing date, we will close applications earlier than the specified date.

Interviews: It is anticipated that interviews will take place in the week commencing 25th November 2024.

If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

HOW TO APPLY

If you want to work for a charity with significant people ambitions, then we would like to hear from you. For more information, please visit our careers page. 

To apply please submit a copy of your CV (A4 No more than 2 pages) and send us a supporting statement that addresses person specification, Skills, Abilities and Competencies listed, and please make this no more than 2 A4 pages.

About the role: 

Reports to - Chair of Trustees 
Salary - £90,000 - £100,000 per year (pro-rata if part-time)
Contract - Permanent, 0.8FTE to 1.0FTE 
Location - London-based with some hybrid work possible. Travel within the UK as required by the role. 

Main purpose of the job:

The CEO is responsible for the growth, development and performance of the charity and for shaping and delivering an impactful and sustainable strategy in line with our mission and aims. They will be a key representative of Action Tutoring externally, including working to raise the profile of tutoring as an essential part of school education. 

Specific responsibilities relating to the role: 

Vision, Strategy and Delivery

• Working with the Board to agree the vision and mission
• Ongoing strategic development and delivery of the short term and long term strategic plans and vision
• Responsible for implementing the agreed strategy Ensuring the necessary organisation, systems and infrastructure are in place to meet the plans
• Working with the team to ensure delivery targets are met and that delivery is impactful and to a high standard

People and cultural leadership

• Overall people and cultural leadership, developing the team ensuring a positive working culture with behaviours that align closely to the charity’s values
• Ensuring operational excellence across the organisation Workforce planning so that we have the right people in the right roles to ensure successful delivery of the strategy
• Commitment to improving diversity, equity and inclusion across the organisation, drawing on best practice and leading on identifying areas for improvement

Finance and Fundraising

• Overseeing financial management of the charity
• Lead fund raising alongside Head of Philanthropy to ensure fundraising targets set by the Board are met
• Managing income and costs to secure the long term sustainability and viability of the charity

Advocacy

• Representing Action Tutoring externally to a range of stakeholders, including school leaders, policy makers, the media and funders, to raise the profile of Action Tutoring and awareness of the cause
• Contributing to government policies, helping to establish tutoring as an essential part of school education

Line Management

• Direct line management of the Senior Leadership Team and the Head of Philanthropy

Governance

• Working collaboratively with the Board to ensure the vision and mission are met and that the board is sufficiently informed to enable the Trustees to discharge their duties
• ​Ensuring robust and effective governance processes are in place and adhered to Responsible for Strategic Risk Management and reporting on this to the Board

Person specification:

• Proven track record as a CEO or Board-level senior leader, ideally in a non-profit organisation
• Experience in developing and executing strategic plans to achieve organisational vision and mission
• Strong communication and advocacy skills, with extensive experience representing organisations externally to various stakeholders (e.g. school leaders, partners policymakers, funders), and contributing to sector-wide policy discussions
• Understanding of the education sector, and the needs and drivers of stakeholders across the education space
• Commercial mindset, with proven success in fundraising to meet set targets and secure income for ongoing operations
• Experience in growing and evolving organisations to meet ambitious targets and in response to external changes, challenges and opportunities in your operating context
• Experience in an organisation with strong operational service delivery and an understanding of how to ensure quality, efficiency and impact in that context
• Ability to foster a positive working culture, aligned with Action Tutoring’s values
• Strong financial management skills, managing budgets, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability
• Knowledge of governance structures and experience in working closely with a board of trustees, including managing strategic risk
• Comfortable with data and committed to driving impact across the organisation

Personal attributes:

• Passion for addressing educational disadvantage and closing the attainment gap
• Collaborative mindset and the ability to build strong, constructive relationships with other organisations and charities, fostering collaboration and sharing of best practices
• High ethical standards and personal integrity, with a commitment to transparency and accountability in leadership
• Resilient and adaptable with the ability to thrive in an evolving and challenging external environment, and to adjust to shifts in the education landscape
• Strong commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment

Please see the attached job pack for more information on Action Tutoring and our benefits. Applications are taken via GatenbySanderson only. 

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Working with every local authority and across every region in the country, and supported by Arts Council funding, we reach over 1.3 million children and families a year via partners in schools, children’s centres, health visitors and libraries. This incredible network helps us to get children reading across the country.

An exciting new role within the Marketing team at BookTrust, the Brand Marketing Executive will implement marketing strategies for BookTrust's established traded programmes, provide functions such as fundraising with marketing support and help the marketing team keep on track of all design projects.

This is an ideal role for an established Marketing Executive who is ready to work on national marketing and fundraising campaigns, manage marketing creative for a number of different audiences and support internal terms with marketing solutions.

The ideal candidate will have excellent project management skills, a keen eye for proof reading and attention to detail, able to build relationships across cross-department project teams, be an innovative problem solver and be passionate about brand.

To apply please complete the application along with a copy of your CV and covering letter showing how you meet the person specification and your motivations for applying for the role. Your covering letter should not be longer than two sides.

PLEASE NOTE: Applying as soon as possible is advised, as the vacancy may close early, due to the high volume of applicants.

Want to join us? Find out more about who we are by visiting our website. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity

We aim to provide an inclusive recruitment process and actively welcome applications from diverse talent pools: minority ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities and long-term conditions and candidates from underrepresented communities.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and want to ensure we have an accessible application process for all candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments or would like us to do anything differently during the application process, please contact our HR team (contact details can be found on our website) to discuss your requirements further.

BookTrust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to safeguarding therefore, the suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment, and pre-employment checks.