Jobs in Blackheath

Working Well Trust is a mental health and employment charity in London.  All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, learning disabilities and/or complex issues through training and employment. 

We would like to recruit a new Team Lead for our Enfield IPS (SMI) Service who is passionate about delivering the best quality service to our clients. 

Experience of team management is not essential, but you will need to be an experienced Employment Specialist or Senior Employment Specialist, with a performance (quality and outcomes) track record to enable you to demonstrate IPS principles and ways of working to your team.  We would also ideally like you to have experience of driving change or improving performance, either at team level or as an individual team member.  Experience of a fidelity review at any level would be an advantage.

You will be leading a team of 5 employment specialists (4.5 FTE) and a peer employment support worker.  You will be responsible for providing supervision, training including field mentoring, caseload management support as well working with clinical team leads, contract commissioners and health leads.  You will be also responsible for monitoring team performance, data analysis and monthly reporting.  You will work with the Operations Manager to improve team performance in terms of outcomes and quality.  The Operations Manager will be responsible for quarterly reporting but will need your support with this task.

We understand that this is a busy role, but you will be supported by the Operations Manager and other Head Office roles to help you and your team succeed.

The service has been awarded the IPS Grow quality mark and adheres closely to the principles of the IPS model in supporting people into employment. 

The Enfield IPS team works alongside two IPS PC teams and a WorkWell team so there will be opportunities to share ideas and develop joint working within the borough to support a wide range of clients. 

Working Well Trust also operates other SMI IPS services so you will also work with other team leads to develop high fidelity working practices across the services.

Please click apply to send your CV after answering the screening questions. 

Candidates need to clearly outline how they meet the person specification points in their personal statement.

Staff benefits include an employer contribution to a personal or workplace pension equivalent to 6% of gross salary. 30 days annual leave plus paid public holidays (FTE). 

Working Well Trust is an equal opportunities and Confident about Disabilities.

Closing date: Monday 3rd February (09:00). Please note, we will be actively interviewing during this time and may close the vacancy early.

Telephone interviews: TBC

Final Stage interviews: TBC

We are COSRT - a unique professional body for specialist psychotherapists in the UK and beyond.  We provide and accredit training, set professional standards, and support professionals and the public.  All so that people can access the best possible therapy no matter where or who they are.

Now, after an internal promotion, we are looking to recruit an Organisational Support Officer.  This is a vital, interesting and challenging role.  It will mean you're involved in everything we do.  You'll work alongside and give practical support to all colleagues, using your skills to help us deliver products and services smoothly.

This isn't a stereotypical administration post - it is true support across our functions.There will be four main areas where you will be most involved:

• Training....including setting up agreements with trainers, providing pre and post event support for online sessions, creating products on our online training platform.
• Operations...including processing membership applications, dealing with queries from the public and professionals, supporting internal financial and other processes.
• Standards and governance...clerking complaints, setting up and supporting committee meetings.
• Communications...including social media posting, updating website content, creating newsletters.

There is no doubt that this is an exciting role.  No week will be the same and you will be supported in getting involved in as many things as possible to help your professional development.

To succeed you'll need to be flexible, proactive and have a diverse skillset.  You'll have an eye for detail.  You'll be good with numbers and able to do key administrative tasks.  You'll be comfortable working with technology and learning how to do new things quickly.  You'll be able to work independently as well as in close collaboration with others.  You'll be an excellent communicator, comfortable speaking with a range of people and producing high quality written outputs.

Join Racing Welfare as Head of Fundraising and Make a Lasting Impact!

Are you an ambitious, results-driven fundraising leader with a passion for making a difference? Racing Welfare is looking for an exceptional Head of Fundraising to join our senior management team and take the helm of a thriving, high-performance fundraising operation. This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to shape the future of British horseracing’s charitable support, driving growth and innovation in a vital sector.

 About Racing Welfare:

Racing Welfare is a registered charity dedicated to supporting the workforce of British horseracing – from stud, stable, and racecourse staff to those in related professions. Our mission is to help these dedicated individuals thrive in their careers and lives, offering guidance, practical assistance, and support throughout their journey – from recruitment to retirement.

The Role:

As Head of Fundraising, you will play a central role in Racing Welfare’s strategic direction and growth. You’ll work closely with the Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer to craft and execute an ambitious fundraising strategy that delivers innovative income streams to fund our vital services. You’ll lead, inspire, and develop a talented team, empowering them to deliver outstanding fundraising initiatives and events that drive real change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop & Deliver Fundraising Strategy: Work with senior leadership to shape the charity’s fundraising vision, ensuring the strategy aligns with our wider goals and drives long-term sustainability.
• Innovative Fundraising Campaigns: Create and implement engaging campaigns, managing budgets and evaluating performance to optimise success.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and motivate a high-performing fundraising team, supporting their professional growth and achieving collective goals.
• Building Strategic Partnerships: Cultivate relationships with trusts, foundations, and corporate partners to build lasting, mutually beneficial collaborations.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Oversee day-to-day fundraising operations, ensuring smooth management of income, expenditure, and compliance.

You Will Bring:

• Proven experience in fundraising or commercial management, with a track record of successfully recruiting donors and sponsors.
• A natural leader with exceptional people management skills, able to inspire and empower teams to excel.
• Solid experience in budgeting, financial planning, and performance management.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse stakeholders.
• A passion for innovation and the ability to think strategically about fundraising opportunities.

Bonus: Experience in the horseracing industry is desirable, but not essential. 

Why Racing Welfare?

This is your chance to take on a leadership role in a respected and impactful charity. You’ll be part of a passionate team, working in a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. The role offers flexibility with the option to work from home or our Newmarket office, alongside occasional travel across the UK (including evenings and weekends).

As a charity, wellbeing is at the forefront of all we do. We aim to be a leading employer in the industry and make sure everyone at Racing Welfare has the opportunity to thrive.

If you’re ready to make a significant contribution to the future of Racing Welfare and help improve the lives of those who dedicate themselves to British horseracing, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Today:
Submit your CV and covering letter to join Racing Welfare and lead our fundraising efforts to new heights.

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. The closing date for this role is 14 February 2025. Interviews will be held the week commencing 25 February 2025. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if we receive a large number of suitable applications.

Salary: £50,000 p.a.

Racing Welfare is committed to safeguarding and will always recruit all personnel in line with government guidelines, relevant legislation, and the Charity Commission's best practice guidance.

 This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We only ask applicants to disclose convictions which are not yet spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 

Racing Welfare’s Safeguarding Statement of Intent can be found on our website.

The standalone HR Manager will play a pivotal role in fostering a positive work environment, ensuring compliance with employment law, and aligning HR initiatives with business goals. This role requires an initiative-taking, detail-oriented, and people-focused individual who thrives in a dynamic environment.

The vacancy

Mental Health Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people facing mental health challenges? At Peabody, we are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you’ll provide housing-related support to vulnerable adults, including those with a dual diagnosis of mental health conditions and substance misuse, helping them build confidence, resilience, and independence. Our approach is person-centred, recovery-focused, and trauma-informed, ensuring we meet our customers where they are with kindness and care.

Your Role

Your typical day will begin with a handover from a colleague, ensuring continuity of care. You’ll start with a welfare "check-in" with a customer you’re assisting, followed by updates to their support plans and safety assessments to reflect their evolving needs. You'll also carry out flat or room inspections to identify repairs, health and safety concerns, or fire risks. Later, you might plan a group activity to help customers enhance their independent life skills.

As the face of Peabody, no two days will be alike. You’ll play a vital role in supporting the practical needs and well-being of residents while promoting their recovery and independent living skills. This includes assisting residents in maximising their income, accessing benefits, and budgeting for domestic bills and living expenses. Your work will directly contribute to helping customers thrive and live more fulfilling lives.

What You’ll Bring

You’re a people person who is caring, compassionate, and committed to making a difference. You’ll thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with colleagues and partner agencies on safeguarding, welfare, and risk concerns. With a proactive approach and a genuine desire to support others, you’ll embody our values:

• Be kind
• Do the right thing
• Love new ideas
• Celebrate diversity
• Keep our promises
• Pull together

You’ll also be prepared to work shifts, including some weekends and bank holidays, to ensure continuous support for our residents.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to:

• Demonstrate experience and knowledge of best practices for supporting mental health client groups or vulnerable adults, including recovery-focused and trauma-informed approaches.
• Understand how to assist vulnerable adults in managing their tenancy or accommodation.
• Be skilled in promoting recovery and independence through effective recovery/support plans.
• Show empathy and align with Peabody’s values when working with a vulnerable client group.
• Be proficient in written English to document and communicate effectively.

When applying, please state in your personal statement why you meet the criteria for this role and how your skills and experience align with our mission and values.

Benefits of Joining Peabody

We value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including:

• 25 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Two additional paid volunteering days each year.
• Flexible benefits scheme, including family-friendly benefits and access to a discount portal.
• Life assurance of 4x your salary.
• Up to 10% pension contribution.
• Opportunities to enhance your professional development, including a fully supported Level 3 qualification.

Additional Information

This role requires an enhanced DBS check. You must be eligible to work in the UK, as Peabody cannot offer Visa sponsorship for this position.

Ready to Apply?

If this role speaks to you, click the ‘Apply Now’ button to submit your CV and a personal statement detailing why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

Closing date: 03 February 2025

Assessments and interviews will take place throughout the duration of the live advert. The process includes the following stages:

1. Online Assessment

2. Virtual Interview

3. Service Visit

You will be invited to each stage of the process, provided you meet the criteria at the previous stage.

Contract type Permanent

Weekly hours 37.5 hrs, shift pattern can include the following working hours; 8AM-4PM, 10AM-6PM, 12PM-8PM, 2PM-10PM, 5 days per week, including weekends and bank holidays

Job Title: Programme Lead

Reporting to: Senior Programme Lead

Salary: London £27,000

Outside London: £23,500

Contract: Permanent, term-time-only; full or part time

Location: London, Manchester and Cheshire

“The facilitator is a friend and teacher mixed into one… she gets the reasoning from the teacher and the understanding bit from the friend.” - Power2 Rediscover Young Person

Power2 is a fast growing and energetic children and young people’s charity that has supported 25,000 young people since 2001.  We are based in the North West of England and London and deliver early-intervention asset-based programmes to children and young people who have mental wellbeing challenges and are disengaged from school and more widely. We are well-known for our accredited Teens and Toddlers programme.

We believe every child and young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, even when things get tougher. We support young people to get the most out of their education by helping them to improve their mental health and wellbeing and develop their skills. We inspire young people who are at significant risk of school exclusion to re-engage and fulfil their potential at school, at work and in life.

Our work is growing and we are looking for new Programme Leads to deliver our programmes so that all children and young people, regardless of their needs, feel they belong and can prosper.

Our new Programme Leads will work as part of a team in secondary schools to support young people, their families, and school staff to ensure that at-risk pupils make the most of their education and improve their life chances. Work will include 1:1 support and delivery of Power2’s core programmes, including Teens and Toddlers and Power2 Progress. The successful candidates could be based in one school or travel between multiple schools.

The relationships you cultivate with the young people you work with are at the heart of our success – so recruiting the right people is paramount. Our facilitators work with significant autonomy and authority and must embrace responsibility and be accountable for their work. They work collaboratively alongside young people, operating as a mentor as they empower young people to develop self-esteem, become resilient and engage with school and their own future. They give each young person the time, the confidence and skills to engage with their education and their future life plans.

Candidates are encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description for this role. Your experience, skills and passion will set you apart so tell us your achievements, irrespective of whether they are personal or work-related and how this has shaped you, including things you’ve learnt along the way.

We are specifically interested to hear from applicants who have lived experience of the issues we seek to address (childhood experience of having low family income, being disengaged with school and learning, experiencing poor wellbeing/mental health, being care-experienced, involved in gangs and violence). It is also important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background.

On the second page of the application form, please upload a CV and personal statement. Use the personal statement as an opportunity to convince us why your skills and experience make you the right person for this role, paying particular attention to the criteria on the person specification. Applications without a personal statement will not be considered.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

Power2 strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can ALL be ourselves. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We work to ensure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If we can make the application process more accessible to you, please let us know.

Safeguarding

Power2 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS certificate (child workforce) in place and provide details of two referees. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, we may conduct an online search for shortlisted candidates to ensure suitability for working with children and young people.

The Unity Project (TUP) supports people who are facing poverty and homelessness because their immigration status allows them ‘no recourse to public funds’ (NRPF). We are seeking an experienced and qualified immigration advisor to manage our specialist casework service. 

We believe NRPF should not exist and we are working to end it. Until then, we seek to minimise its impact by supporting people to make the ‘change of conditions’ (CoC) application to access public funds. We are a small organisation which has achieved national systemic change through the clear strategic focus of our casework. As the number of people affected by NRPF continues to grow, we are looking to take our casework service to the next level so that we can support more individual applicants and deepen our impact.

As Legal Casework Manager, you will oversee the casework process from start to finish, prioritising compassionate and effective support to applicants and ensuring we meet all regulatory requirements, while also holding a limited personal caseload. You will supervise our dedicated team in London, overseeing their professional development and personal wellbeing.  You will also focus on the strategic impact of our project, identifying opportunities for improvement internally, and working closely with our Strategic Casework Lead and external partners to achieve systems change through litigation and other channels.

You can view the Job Description and Person Specification by clicking on the below link, or on our website if you don't yet have a Charity Job account.

We're seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our team as a Service Manager for a service working with 16 plus children and care leavers. In this role, you will play a vital role in providing effective leadership to an integrated and multi-functional team providing an assessment, support and move on to the young people we accommodate.

Your mission: to motivate and develop the staff team to consistently deliver a high quality and needs led responsive service to young people. Through this the overarching goal is to empower young people through the care system and in the development of lifelong tools they need to lead fulfilling lives outside the confines of traditional services. 

About the Role:

As the Service Manager, you will report to a Regional Service Manager and will be working closely to ensure the services meet our business objectives. You will actively direct the team in their day-to-day work to ensure your young people’s needs are at the centre of the support process and the support provided is personalised and of a high quality. 

You will be working within a strengths and recovery framework embedded within a trauma informed approach to meet the varying needs of young people experiencing a multitude of varying needs including offending behaviour and complex mental health. You will have responsibility of housing management and will work within the management team and internal SHP Central teams to ensure the service are delivered to the highest standard. 

About you:

• Experience managing staff working across multiple sites. 

• Experience managing accommodation based services with a variety of tenure and a knowledge of housing management and health and safety. 

• Your toolkit includes a track record in building positive stakeholder relationships and community networks. 

• Your approach is creative, analytical, trauma-informed and rooted in a strengths and recovery model. 

• You can creatively inspire opportunities for our young people to thrive and staff to develop to their highest potential. 

• A non-judgmental approach to working with complex needs young people and to promote a strengths-based approach and an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. 

• Strong team-working and interpersonal skills, maintaining a collaborative approach to delivering service objectives across work specialisms. 

About SHP:

We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. 

Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for young people in need. Apply now to become a pivotal part of our dynamic Management Team. Together, we'll transform lives and build a stronger community. 

Important Info:

Closing Date: Sunday 9th February at midnight 

Interview Date: Friday 21st January at SHP Head Office 

This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.

It’s an exciting time for War Child. We are sector leading with our heritage, connections, and relationships in the world of music, gaming and events. Our friends are superbly connected and ready to use their networks to help us. With a talented, hard-working team, we deliver amazing, creative fundraising in spades that has a huge capacity to inspire people.

We are now ready to take our fundraising team to the next stage – reaching more people than before and building a sustainable income base. We have developed a new fundraising strategy with big ambition and we’re looking for talented fundraisers to join.

We’re looking for a talented and creative Partnerships Development Manager and emerging leader in our dynamic Partnerships Team. You will be responsible for securing new corporate partnerships, developing existing partnerships, and you’ll play a role in creating War Child’s long-term Partnerships strategy. In doing so you’ll enable War Child to support more of the world’s most vulnerable children.

If you share our values and believe that children’s lives should not be torn apart by war, we want to hear from you. 

Your role 

This is an exciting role which will play a key part in the development of partnerships at War Child.

Your key objective will be driving new business forward to ensure the team secure income from the private sector, in doing so this will enable War Child to reach more children in conflict zones and the organisation to have the flexible funding needed to maintain stability and growth.

You will drive partnership development in the team, using creativity, initiative and innovation to seek out and secure new partnerships in the UK and global markets along with developing tools and processes to support and strengthen the team’s efforts to achieve new business targets.

Your responsibilities 

• Identify, research, engage and cultivate prospective new corporate partnerships

• Write and create pitches, proposals and deliver presentations to potential corporate partners

• Develop, deliver and report on the Partnerships Development objectives within the Partnerships Team strategy and support the Head of Partnerships with budget 

• Build and maintain the new business pipeline, new business tools and processes to maximise long and short-term income generation. 

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, including philanthropy, music, creative industries and gaming, to build strong and creative partnership proposals.

• Line management of Partnerships Development Executive 

• Manage and contribute to Fundraising project groups (set up to coordinate cross-team events and campaigns) by representing the Partnerships team and ensuring partnership opportunities and income generation are maximised. 

• Manage relationships and influence at every level of seniority including representing War Child in meetings, pitches, presentations and events.

• Use all tools available to ensure compliance and our ethical fundraising policy are adhered to, this includes partnership agreements, due diligence processes, CRM database management as well as GDPR and fundraising regulations.

• Contribute to creating a culture committed to the safeguarding of children and adults and compliant to War Child’s Safeguarding and PSEAH (Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse & Harassment)Policies.

• These duties provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the grade of the role. 

  You are 

• A new business champion – who is excited about all stages of the cultivation journey from prospecting to pitch

• Able to demonstrate experience of securing and developing charity partnerships involving a range of activity

• A creative thinker,  with an exception eye for detail, who is innovative and can create exciting partnerships and is able to demonstrate a clear understanding of corporate partnerships across the board 

• KPI and target focused, and able to demonstrate success in achieving financial targets

• An excellent verbal communicator, confident in managing relationships at all levels, externally and internally, who is able to take a personal approach to business relationships

• A brilliant negotiator who is able to influence

• An excellent written communicator wealth experience of writing successful proposals and formal applications as well as informal updates. 

• Able to produce innovative and powerful pitches, applications and case for support documents.

• Ability to work independently and in a team, across multiple projects at any given time 

• Able to demonstrate a basic understanding of fundraising regulations, compliance and contracts. 

• Understanding of SalesForce is advantageous. 

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders, is an international humanitarian organization that provides medical assistance to people affected by conflict, natural disasters, epidemics, and healthcare exclusion. Key aspects of their work include Emergency Response, Healthcare Access and Advocacy.

The newly created role of Stewardship Manager (philanthropy) will ensure the philanthropy team is able further develop excellent relationships with major donors. The result of which will mean MSF is further able to deliver on their mission to save lives and alleviate suffering, regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation. This role reports to the Head of Philanthropy and has line management responsibility for 1 person

Responsibilities:

• Implement a comprehensive stewardship program designed to engage major donors, ensuring both new and existing donors are acknowledged, recognised and informed about the impact of their donation
• Manage and develop the Philanthropy Administrator, who is responsible for the banking and thanking process
• Collaborate with philanthropy managers and officers, advising on best practice for stewardship
• Coordination and management of bespoke cultivation and stewardship events

Would suit some with:

• Proven experience in a similar philanthropy-based Stewardship role or a major donor manager looking to move away from a direct donor facing role
• Experience of organising bespoke events for high-net-worth individuals
• Ability to write engagingly and accurately for diverse audiences
• Proactive and able to work with high levels of autonomy

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
 

Job description

- £14ph starting wage/ £14.70ph after successful completion of the 4-week probation period.

- 37.5 hours (Monday – Sunday)

- No part time availability.

- Great growth and progression opportunities with MSF.

- Opportunity to attend major festivals and events.

- Opportunity to see different parts of the country with over night events, and out of town events.

- Applicants must be based in London.

- 3 days paid inductions within the MSF offices.

Who are Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders?

Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is a charity dedicated to providing life-saving medical care to crisis zones in 70 countries around the world with over 63,000 local and international staff members. MSF have worked endlessly for over 50 years to ensure that people experiencing conflict/wars, natural disaster, poverty, famine, and healthcare crisis' have access to the healthcare that they desperately need.

The role-

MSF are offering an incredible opportunity to be part of their ever-growing private site fundraising team in London, raising the vital funds to do their life changing work. The team works primarily in shopping centres, train stations, music festivals and events. This is an amazing opportunity to represent an incredible cause, whilst travelling around London and surrounding areas, meeting all walks of life!

Are you someone who is passionate about international development? Do you believe that everyone has a right to health care around the world? Do you display compassion towards the world’s current affairs? Do you personally know about MSF’s work?

No experience in fundraising is needed to make a successful fundraiser. We look for people who have great communication skills, who are confident and most importantly… have a real passion for MSF and the work they do. We would love to hear from you!

Please apply through CharityJobs and Danielle will be in touch soon.

• Lead and strengthen Chatham House through strategic financial transformation
• Develop the Institute's financial strategy and develop a high-performing team

About Our Client

Chatham House, the Royal Institute of International Affairs, is one of the world's leading independent policy institutes with a reputation for tackling the hardest problems of international relations that stretches back more than a century. Based in London with a global outreach, we aim to help build a secure, sustainable, prosperous and just world. We pursue our mission through convening meetings and speakers, private dialogue, world leading analysis and solutions-based ideas, and look to help the next generation as well in building a better world.

Job Description

We seek a Finance Director who will work closely with the COO and CEO to develop the Institute's financial strategy; lead the finance team through change and develop and deliver its policies and procedures. You will provide financial leadership to the Institute, ensuring that it is financially compliant, has accurate and timely financial information as well as the appropriate analysis to support decision making. You will also be responsible for inspiring and developing a high-performing finance team that provides excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders. You will play a key role in the development and implementation of the organisation's strategy and in supporting the overall management.

Strategy

• Ensure effective financial management and control of the organisation's resources.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of Chatham Houses' business operations to ensure financial decisions are aligned with communicated goals and objectives.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic planning, new business opportunities, and capital investments.
• Work collaboratively with the CEO and COO to develop and implement income generating strategies to ensure long-term financial sustainability.
• Work with the COO to identify new business opportunities and develop business cases for new products and services.
• Identify and manage the risks associated with change initiatives and implement appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• With the COO, present the strategy and performance to Council and its committees.
• Inspire and create new ways of working, drive efficiencies and generate new ideas across the House.
• Drive forward our ambitious EDI strategy.

Delivery

• Take ownership of all finance procedures, centralising and modernising them to drive maximum efficiency and transparency.
• Oversee Chatham House's investments to ensure appropriate return.
• Lead and manage change within the finance function, such as the implementation and development of a new integrated finance system.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and reports, including budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis to provide timely and accurate financial information to support decision making.
• Collaborate with the Head of Research Partnerships overseeing and improving the process for grant application.
• Support house-wide reform, leading committees as requiring and inspiring change.
• Identify and manage financial risks and opportunities and recommend appropriate actions to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities such as cost recovery, project pricing, overhead setting, and funder due diligence.
• Work closely with the CEO and COO to review costs across the organisation in pursuit of efficiency, ensuring our risk management, governance and compliance processes and the pricing of our research are robust.
• Build a business partner approach to finance, to ensure compliance and best practice across the institute.
• Help lead the organisation as a member of our Executive Leadership team.

People

• Lead and manage the finance department of 6, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure a high level of performance and customer service.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, bankers, and regulatory bodies, to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the finance team.
• Partner with research teams to ensure centralised oversight and management of all finances and budgets.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, encouraging new ideas and approaches to improve financial processes and procedures.
• Mentor and coach direct and indirect reports, establishing an inclusive and collaborative culture
• Drive collaboration between research programmes and non-research departments, delivering a "One Chatham House Approach" to all work.

The Successful Applicant

• Qualified accountant, with a recognised accounting qualification (ideally ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Excellent leadership skills. You will be a credible, creative, and inspiring leader - ideally with experience of building consensus, influencing positive change and developing teams.
• Outstanding communication, reporting and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven experience in people leadership and management, with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Strong financial management and analytical skills, with the ability to provide clear strategic financial advice and analysis to senior management and the Board.
• Excellent presentation skills both written and verbal, and able to communicate with people (including non-financial) at all levels across the business and develop effective relationships at all levels.
• Experience of managing change and supporting organisational development, and in implementing new financial systems and processes.

What's on Offer

A salary in the range of £130,000 - £140,000 plus benefits. 

A hybrid working arrangement, with the flexibility to work remotely and an expectation of 2-3 days per week in the London office

The closing date is 16th February 2025.

Contact
Rochelle George
Quote job ref
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Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

Senior Policy Advisor - Children in Care.

Salary:c£45,000 per annum.

Location: Remote with frequent travel to London.

Contract: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract covering Maternity Leave, 35 hours per week.

Benefits:  

• 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave.
• Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities.
• Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages.
• Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover.
• Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailer's discounts.

Why Action for Children?

Action for Children protects and supports children, young people, and families. Our vision is that every child and young person has a safe and happy childhood, and the foundations they need to thrive.

In 2023/24 we helped 687,755 children, young people, and their families across the UK. We provide practical and emotional support through 426 services in local communities across the UK, in schools and online. This includes 68 children's centres and family hubs, 61 family support services, 14 homes for disabled children, 11 residential children's homes, 15 foster and adoption services, six services for young people at risk of criminal exploitation and one residential school. We are one of the largest voluntary sector providers of residential care in England and, outside local authorities, the biggest provider of disability services for children and young people.

We also campaign passionately and work closely with policy makers to make sure the voices of young people are heard, to influence policy decisions and bring lasting improvements to the lives of children and their families.

A bit about the role 

Reporting to the Head of Policy and Research, you will design and deliver high quality research and policy outputs in support of Action for Children's work to influence and change UK Government policy around children in care and deliver lasting change in children's lives.

You'll work closely with our Influencing and Media teams and Services colleagues to ensure Action for Children is at the forefront of the policy debate and has maximum impact with key national and local stakeholders.

You'll develop and apply research and policy strategies that incorporate the views of children, parents, and our services staff to ensure that their voices are at the heart of Action of Children's policy and research. This is an exciting time to join Action for Children as it works to influence a range of policy agendas.

How you'll help to create brighter futures by

• Function as Action for Children's policy expert on Children in Care.
• Manage a diverse and challenging workload progressing policy and research projects from design to delivery, including commissioned work through external researchers, networks, and academic institutions.
• Undertake research activities using a range of approaches, including qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
• Provide expert advice on key policy priorities across Action for Children, ensuring that the Chief Executive and senior colleagues are informed and resourced with the relevant information.
• Establish collaborative working with colleagues to develop effective evidence gathering, research and policy activity that has the child at the centre.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with senior civil servants, politicians, academics, and opinion formers, working proactively.
• Collaborate proactively with colleagues in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland to share policy and research expertise.

Let's talk about you 

• Experience in designing and delivering quantitative and qualitative research projects and/or developing policy recommendations.
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret complex information and data, including from Action for Children's Services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a team, across departments and with other organisations, and the ability to work with all kinds of people, including people affected by the issues we influence to change.
• Good organisation skills to respond quickly to the demands of the fast moving and complex policy and media agendas.
• Good influencing skills and the ability to identify and develop relationships with policy stakeholders who can drive change.
• Excellent research and intelligence gathering skills and ability to understand and apply information to specific audiences.

Please see the Job Description for the full list of accountabilities and requirements. 

Good to know

Application Process

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion

At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.

Want to know more about Action for Children?

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Closing Date: Tuesday 28^th January 2025.

Interviews will be week commencing 3^rd February 2025.

See below for further information about working with us:

Editor Publications

We have an exciting and creative opportunity for an Editor to oversee the annual publication that chronicles the global activities and achievements of the charity. 

The organisation is an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination.

Position: VAC0109 Editor Year Book 

Location: London (hybrid working considered after probation period)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week 

Salary: £37,509.67 pa plus travel to work allowance up to £3,700 pa

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: Contributory pension scheme; generous travel to work allowance; 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays per annum, café discount.

Closing Date: 24th January 2025

About the Role 

The Year Book is an annual publication that chronicles the global activities and achievements of the charity. It serves as a historical record, a resource for researchers and a source of inspiration for Salvationists worldwide.

The Editor is responsible for overseeing the production of Year Book, ensuring its accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to house style. This role requires a combination of editorial expertise and strong organisational skills. The Editor will be involved in all aspects of production, from commissioning and creating content, editing, layout and taking in corrections, to selecting photos, securing orders and organising distribution. 

About You 

The successful candidate will have: 

Experience and role related knowledge: 

• Written English to a high standard of accuracy in spelling, punctuation and grammar

• Extensive experience in writing, proofreading and structural editing

• Experience working in a publishing environment

• Fully conversant with the Microsoft suite of applications (Word, Excel, etc)

• Experience working with Adobe Creative Cloud applications (InDesign, Acrobat, etc)

• Effective time management skills and self-motivation

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Qualifications and training: 

• A BA in English Language/Literature or significant relevant experience

Motivation: 

• Able to work within the charity’s Christian ethos and key values

• Passionate about communicating the Christian faith via print and digital media and providing reliable and up-to-date information about the international movement

You will need to have the right to work in the UK and be in sympathy with the aims and objectives of the organisation. 

If you feel you have the necessary experience and would like to join the team, apply today! You will be redirected to the charity’s website where you will need to complete their online application process, please note CVs will not be accepted. 

Other roles you may have experience with could include Editor, Publisher, Publications Editor, Magazine Editor, Newspaper Editor, Journal Editor, Yearbook Editor, News Letter Editor, Journalist, Publications Editor, Media, Communications.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.