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 The Worshipful Company of World Traders

Clerk:  £40,000 per annum for 3 days per week. (Pro rata FTE of £66,600)

Place of Work: Home based - with some travel, primarily to the City of London

As a livery company our membership is drawn from the international trade fraternity, with the aim of raising the awareness and understanding of, and standards of practice within, world trade. We are

101st in the Order of Precedence of the London 111 Livery Companies. Our motto is “Commerce and Honest Friendship with All” which is taken from Thomas Jefferson’s Inaugural Presidential Address.

Since 1988 the Company’s hallmark annual event is the Tacitus Lecture, one of the largest intellectual events in The City of London’s calendar. This provides a platform for both independent and positive discussion and the encouragement of world trade amongst a broad range of nationalities and cultures.  

Clerk: The ideal candidates should:

• Demonstrate strategic awareness with the ability to deliver agreed objectives
• Be flexible, able to work under pressure across multiple roles, be adaptable to change
• Have excellent hands-on administrative and organisational abilities
• Have excellent verbal, written, presentation and communication skills

• Have confident and up-to-date IT and social media skills
• Demonstrate sound financial management
• Be comfortable managing formal ceremonial events and the protocols involved
• Be friendly and approachable, with excellent people skills and an ability to inspire confidence
• Be a team player with commitment and energy
• Become – or be already - well networked in The City of London
• Be based within easy reach of The City of London 

HOW TO APPLY

Please download further details of the position from our website: Marylebone Executive Search

For an informal confidential discussion call Richard Evans or Kevin Everett 

Apply online with a full Curriculum Vitae detailing your skills and experience together with a Covering Letter clearly outlining your motivation to undertake the role and how you meet the competencies required for the position as stated in the Person Specification

Closing date for applications:  12 August 2024

Long List interviews:  14 - 22 August 2024

Final Panel Interviews for the Clerk: 3 September 2024

To find out more visit:                                 Worhipful Company of World Traders wbsite                                   

The Company embraces all aspects of diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the Community.

Westminster Almshouses Foundation

42 Rochester Row, Westminster, London SW1P 1BU

Clerk

Salary Pro rata 3 days per week of £70,000 + benefits

Founded in 1665 the Westminster Almshouses Foundation provides sheltered housing for those over sixty with limited means. It comprises of 41 one bed units all on one site. In addition, the charity provides grants to relieve hardship to individuals, and to local organisations supporting those who are vulnerable or in need.

The successful candidate will have:

• · Comparable experience and understanding of the problems/needs of the elderly, health and social services,
• · A working knowledge of welfare and other benefits
• · A working knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults
• · Knowledge and understanding of Grants Management
• · Evidence of previous relevant experience in a similar role preferably in a charity or related organisation
• · Demonstrable financial literacy
• · Evidence of effective team management
• · Excellent written and oral communication skills and a good eye for detail
• · Degree level equivalent or relevant professional qualification(s)

We are seeking to appoint to this position a person who:

• · Is a natural leader
• · Has the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
• · Can demonstrate empathy towards the elderly.
• · Has a positive “can do” attitude.
• · Is non-judgmental and supportive.
• · Understands confidentiality.
• · Is practical.

We look forward to your application. 

Please download further details of the position from our website at Marylebone Executive Search

Apply online with a CV and personal statement addressing the person specification.

Closing date for applications: 12 August 2024

Long List interviews: 14 – 22 August – 2024

Final Panel Interviews & Candidate visits:   12 September 2024

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of Role:

The ICT Officer will provide the first line technical support and ensures smooth ICT operations across the organisation. The role encompasses troubleshooting hardware/software and network issues, whilst managing devices via Microsoft Intune and maintaining Office 365 applications. Additionally, the ICT Officer is responsible for setting up and maintaining meeting room equipment, managing IT assets and ensuring security compliance. This hands-on position requires regular presence in the office to support the organisation’s ICT needs.

About the Role:

1. Provide first-line technical support to end-users.
2. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software and networking issues
3. Respond to and resolve staff queries in a timely manner
4. Ensure devices are up to dates, particularly with security patches and updates in the security centre.
5. Assist in settings up and configuring PCs, monitors and other hardware.
6. Manage office 365 applications and the admin centre.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Educated to Bachelor’s degree level.
2. Proven experience in a similar help desk or IT support role.
3. Proficiency in managing devices using Microsoft Intune.
4. Strong knowledge of Office 365 applications and the admin centre.
5. Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with people at various levels.
6. Good team work skills with the ability to work with different and sometime conflicting agendas.

Why you should Apply: 

We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping others, enjoys problem-solving, and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact and growth. As an ICT Officer at Muslim Aid, you will ensure the smooth operation of our ICT systems and support our mission to make a positive impact. Provide first-line technical support, help overcome IT challenges, and achieve our strategic priorities. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a real difference through your expertise in ICT.

Benefits you will enjoy working for us: 

• 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Privilege days) 
• Hybrid working
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV. 

Permanent role, full time 37.5 hours per week. Salary between £38000.00 - £41000.00 per annum

Mothers' Union is a global Christian movement working with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Our members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives.

We were founded in 1876 as a women-led volunteer Christian movement, with a membership of four-million people around the world, 36,000 of whom live in the UK and Ireland. Members express their faith through action in their local communities, aiming to create a world where every individual can reach their full potential, by ending poverty, injustice and violence.

What we do

Although a Christian movement, we work with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives. 

Our work combats injustice, violence and poverty at local, regional and national levels. From a literacy and agriculture project in the Democratic Republic of Congo, through to consultative status with the United Nations commission for the Status of Women, where we share our grassroots knowledge and experience to help  shape international policy and approaches to women’s rights and  empowerment. These are just two examples of how we put our faith into action.

About the Role

The Retail & E-Commerce Manager will be responsible for creating a seamless digital shopping experience and online customer journey that creates loyalty through best- in-class customer service and by providing a range of gifts that meet the needs of current and future members and supporters. They will effectively manage the performance of the retail operations, ensuring net profit is maximized in line with Mothers’ Union strategic objectives and values. This role will have a particular focus on developing new customer channels and will need a strong understanding of digital marketing and using data and insight to grow sales.

About you

You are an experienced retail professional with a proven track record of delivering growth of retail sales across multiple channels. Working knowledge of managing a shopify retail business is essential along with experience in retail buying. An understanding of the importance of brand management with a strong commercial focus combined with understanding of the need for Mothers’ Union to achieve its charitable objectives  Motivated by a genuine passion for the work of Mothers’ Union, you bring resilience, positivity, and a can-do attitude to everything you do. You will thrive in an environment of learning and make a huge impact.

Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week

Please refer to our job description for more details.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave (full time) plus up to 4 days of leave (full time) given at the discretion of Mothers’ Union.
• Employer pension contribution of 7%.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Two volunteering days per calendar year.
• One away day per calendar year.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Bereavement leave & Compassionate leave
• Season ticket loan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses.

Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern

This role will be based at our Head Office in central London. Mothers’ Union operates a hybrid working model. Staff are required to work an aggregate minimum of 90 days per calendar year (pro rata for part timers) at our Head Office, Mary Sumner House in central London. Tuesdays are our anchor days where every staff member is expected to be at the office. The 90 days includes anchor Tuesdays. In addition, Thursday is a core working day where part time staff are expected to work, either at home or from the office as needed.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please apply by sending your CV and a Cover Letter via Charity Job. The Cover Letter should clearly outline how your skills match the main responsibilities of the role.

Please note – only applications with a cover letter, alongside a CV, will be considered.

Application Deadline

The closing date for applications is 11 August 2024. Due to the number of applications we may receive, we will not be able to individually respond to each applicant. Kindly note, we will only be getting in touch with the applicants shortlisted for an interview. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline.

Equal Opportunity

Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.

We are looking for someone who would enjoy the challenge of leading a team of staff who have lived experience of many of the issues facing children and young people on the estates of Eltham.

Superkidz Community Trust was founded in 2001 and over the years, has provided children and young people with a safe space to play and to interact with adults who have the time to listen to them. We have developed a model of engagement, Transform Group and Individual Mentoring (TGIM), that puts interaction at the heart – not simply providing activities but ensuring that there are sufficient adults around to engage the young person in conversation and the chance to express worries, self-doubt and concerns.

All our workers are drawn from the local community and many have been beneficiaries of Superkidz themselves. Most have lived experience of the issues facing our young people.

Following the retirement of our founder and Manager, Nick Russell, the Trustees are looking for a leader who will take the charity forward, support staff and help them to feel secure and confident in their abilities, while setting high standards in the workplace.

The information provided in this job description is given to ensure that the post holder has the best opportunity of understanding what is required to be effective in the post. It is not intended to be prescriptive in every detail and it is expected that the postholder will be as positive and flexible as possible in using this as a framework.

Job Description

Key accountabilities:

The Manager will:

· Be an integral member of the team delivering Superkidz day to day activities and groups.

· Following consultation with staff service users and the Board prepare a strategy, financial and operational plan that best delivers impact in line with the TGIM theory of change. This should include locations, staffing, activities, income generation and should be fully costed.

· Lead the organisation in the implementation and further development of this strategy in consultation with the Board.

· Proactively use quality and impact information and strategic analysis to inform the development of new programmes of work that improve the lives of beneficiaries.

· Ensure that systems and processes are in place to manage, monitor and report on all compliance issues including; safeguarding, health and safety, and risk.

· Take accountability for financial decisions that protect the charity’s funds, ensuring the charity is sustainable and fulfils the requirements of the relevant regulatory bodies.

· Ensure that there is an appropriate funding strategy in place to secure the greatest possible diversity of income, through commissions, grants, donations, fundraising and social enterprise trading, and lead on the delivery of subsequent plans.

· Lead on the effective management of all aspects of Superkidz services and staff team, ensuring that staffing systems and procedures are up to date, regularly reviewed, and fulfil legal requirements.

· Oversee and lead on the development of staff to ensure that all teams and individuals have the opportunity for development and can work at the highest level of performance. Mentor and cultivate the existing skills of staff, providing them with a platform to grow.

· Ensure that all Superkidz services are delivered in line with all external and internal quality standards and in line with commissioners/funders requirements.

· Develop and lead on a marketing and PR strategy that promotes Superkidz, raises awareness, and increases client and funder engagement.

· Develop and lead on an effective communications strategy, both internal and external.

· Lead on the strategy to assess and develop opportunities for collaborations, alliances, and partnerships that deliver increased impact and lead to financial sustainability.

· With the Fundraising Liaison Manager, demonstrate leadership in key strategic relationships with public bodies, funders, corporate sponsors and other external stakeholders, through a range of communications, networks and events.

· Ensure full, timely, accurate and effective communication with the Board of Trustees and any sub-committees of the Board.

· Ensure that all decisions made in the course of the role are made according to current legislation and in line with all instruments of governance.

Person Specification

Essential Attributes

- An understanding of and commitment to the TGIM theory of change

- A commitment to the development and career progression of locally recruited leaders and staff

- Demonstrable experience at senior leadership / manager level in a similar sized or larger organisation

- Resilience

- An evidenced strategic mindset and capability

- Experience of successful collaborative working across organisations and sectors and ability to build relationships and partnerships

- Experienced written, verbal and non-verbal communicator with proven skills in;  influencing, negotiation, stakeholder management, persuasion and interpersonal skills

- A high level of financial and general business acumen

- Confident spokesperson: ability to deal with the media and other stakeholders; excellent presentation skills

- In-depth knowledge of the range of regulatory and compliance processes required to ensure safety of staff, beneficiaries, customers and buildings

- A creative, innovative and entrepreneurial approach

Desirable Attributes

• Experience of leading entrepreneurial approaches to solving social problems
• Experience of successfully building, developing and growing a range of social or other enterprises
• Previous experience of working closely with a Board of Directors and understanding of division of responsibilities and lines of accountability
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the political, social and cultural environment in which the organisation is operating
• Understanding of public policy as it relates to the social issues that Superkidz addresses

Other: This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Job Title: Fundraising Officer
Sector: Charity
Location: Remote (Monthly Travel to Chandlers Ford)
Salary: £32,000 circa

Started in 2022, Utilita Giving provides grants to voluntary sector organisations, who can alleviate and prevent suffering and hardship caused by fuel and food poverty.

We raise awareness about this issue and enlist the public’s support in fundraising campaigns. Supported by our Patrons David James (ex-England footballer) and Adam Scorer (Chief Executive of National Energy Action), there is huge potential for this small but mighty charity to become a household name.

We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Officer, who has a proven track record in fundraising and effectively engaging donors and stakeholders to support a charitable cause.

You will be successful in submitting Tenders, Grant Applications, Bids etc. and competently engaging with high-net-worth individuals and corporate donors. You will be highly organised, numerically proficient and be great at building effective relationships. 

You’ll be part of a small team, reporting into the Executive Director, however we work with a diverse stakeholder network of other charities and the general public, therefore you will have excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.

We generally work remotely, but you will be required to come into the Chandlers Ford office once a month for meetings.We can be flexible if you wish to have a condensed working pattern over 4 days.

JOB Title: Lottery Administrator

SALARY:

HOURS: Full time (36 hours per week)

LOCATION: Hybrid working (3 office / 2 home split) Sydenham Site, 51-59 Lawrie Park Road, London SE26 6DZ with occasional work at the Orpington site, Tregony Road BR6 9XA

Please note that this position includes occasional evening and weekend working.

About Us

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at a leading Hospice who aspires to a world in which all dying people and those close to them have access to care and support, whenever and wherever they need it. St Christopher’s Hospice was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders, and became the first hospice of the modern hospice movement. We provide invaluable care and support to over 7,500 people across the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.

The fundraising team generates more than £10m every year, around half of which comes through gifts left to the charity as legacies. We organise a programme of appeals, campaigns and events, administer our own lottery, make applications to charitable foundations, engage with local business and support individuals who give in-memory of a loved one. This is delivered by a strong employed fundraising team, supported by a number of wonderful volunteers.

Your new role

We need a dynamic, innovative and driven lottery administrator curious about data, and passionate about using data to solve problems.  You will have an excellent knowledge of relational databases and be experienced in importing, selecting, analysing and validating large data sets.

Responsible for all administration of the St Christopher’s monthly lottery, you will help grow our lottery donors with accurate and efficient data entry and timely report production. Working with the Individual Giving Manager you will ensure full compliance with all Gambling Commission and other regulatory regulations.

This is an exciting time to join as you will have the opportunity to work with the wider teams to build supporter journeys to create long-term loyal supporters.

You will be a member of the Individual Giving team focusing on lottery, direct mail, committed giving and in memory donations. You’ll work closely with the wider fundraising, communications and retail teams to ensure supporter engagement is first class at all levels

Some of the main responsibilities of this role include:

• To help us grow our lottery income from £.5m to £1m, using multiple channels: face to face, telemarketing, direct mail, email and paid social. 
• Work with colleagues across the fundraising team to support the development of an excellent stewardship strategy, to grow the number of regular donors and lottery players.
• To provide excellent support care to all our donors using the appropriate method of communication and in accordance with their wishes. 

About you:

We are looking for an experienced administrator, capable of demonstrating great time management and with a strong team working ethic, someone who is willing to take the initiative.  Solutions focused and a great team player with excellent attention to detail. Ideally you are confident, articulate, outgoing and with excellent customer service skills, and someone who can communicate empathetically when dealing with supporters.

If this sounds like you – we’d love to hear from you.

What you will get in return is a stimulating and rewarding career with an opportunity to influence and make a real difference in the way we look after our supporters. In addition, you will benefit from access to excellent training and development opportunities, a number of health and wellbeing schemes, a competitive contributory pension scheme and life assurance scheme with generous beneficiary plan. You will also have access to free on street parking nearby and an onsite staff canteen at our Sydenham site.

What you need to do now If you have a fundraising, administration or sales background and you have initiative, enthusiasm and passion for the work of a hospice please do apply for this great role.

How to apply:

• Please review the Job Description, Person Specification Criteria
• Please address the criteria in the person specification form. This information will be used to select candidates for interview.
• Closing Date: Sunday 11 August

Interview Date: Thursday 15 August

An exciting position has arisen for a Finance Business Partner to join a multi entity faith based Charity based in Central London. The postholder will be looking after over 10 directorates and will be creating board packs for the Head of FP&A and Finance Director.  

Key responsibilities:

• Building strong relationships with senior managers and budget holders and work with them to identify key risks
• Explaining complex budgets to non-finance department heads
• Providing constructive challenge to hold budget holders to account for financial performance
• Preparing meaningful analysis, investigating variances from budgets, forecasts and actuals and commenting on key numbers
• Setting and managing the timetable for the production of phased budgets
• Consolidating departmental budgets and forecasts and producing reports for the Board
• Working with other Finance Business Partners to roll out management reports
• Developing the Finance Business Partner model
• Assisting with the finance transformation project regarding the implementation of a new budgeting tool
• Supporting with the production of monthly management accounts and the month end process

Successful candidate profile:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)
• Significant track record in a Finance Business Partner role for large, complex Charity
• Working in a multi-entity finance environment
• Extensive budgeting and forecasting experience

Salary: up £63,000 per annum + excellent benefits

Working pattern: hybrid – 2 days per week on site / 3 days per week remote

Hours: 35 per week

Location: Central London

Duration: Permanent

Agency Reference Number: J82428

BACKGROUND

Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the international Habitat for Humanity network.  We tackle housing poverty around the world by working in partnership with communities and families to achieve their dreams of a safe and decent place to live. 

“Home Equals” is a five-year global advocacy campaign, recently launched by Habitat for Humanity International and dedicated to achieving policy change, at all levels, to ensure that people living in informal settlements especially in the Global South have equitable access to adequate housing. Together, with partners, governments and communities, we can create lasting change so that people living in informal settlements have safe and secure homes.

As a global housing leader, Habitat for Humanity has a unique opportunity in ensuring that access to adequate housing is prioritized around the world. Together, we can advance policies that unlock the potential of people who deserve an equal shot at a decent home.

Purpose of The role

Habitat GB is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head of Advocacy to lead our efforts in advocating for policy change within the UK government (in particular targeting the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) to prioritise housing in international development. This pivotal role will play a crucial part in supporting Habitat for Humanity's global advocacy agenda which aims to promote equitable access to adequate housing worldwide, focusing on informal settlements in the Global South. The Head of Advocacy will be instrumental in building Habitat GB's profile and influence, establishing strong relationships and coalitions with stakeholders in the UK, identifying lobbying opportunities, providing strategic political insight, and ensuring systematic monitoring and analysis of the international development political landscape. By collaborating with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders, the successful candidate will drive meaningful change and contribute to addressing housing challenges on a global scale.

· Develop Advocacy Strategy: Lead the development of a comprehensive advocacy strategy aligned with Habitat GB's mission and the "Home Equals" campaign objectives, engaging key people in Habitat for Humanity's global advocacy team. This strategy should focus on advocating for policy change within the UK government to prioritize housing in international development.

· Delivery of Advocacy Strategy: Deliver activities to implement the advocacy strategy, working closely with Habitat GB’s senior leadership team and Habitat for Humanity's global advocacy team. Activities may include stakeholder engagement and coalition building, policy research and positioning, profile building, lobbying and political insight, and advocacy campaign, initiatives and events.

· Evaluation, Reporting and Learning: Establish mechanisms for systematic monitoring, analysis, and dissemination of political intelligence related to housing and international development issues in alignment with Habitat for Humanity International’s global metric tracking on advocacy impacts. Prepare regular reports on advocacy outcomes, lessons learned, and recommendations for future action.

· Collaboration and Coordination: Collaborate closely with Habitat for Humanity's global advocacy team especially on G7 related advocacy and implementation of the Home Equals campaign, other affiliates, and external partners to align advocacy efforts, share best practices, and coordinate actions for maximum effectiveness.

· Leadership and Management: Manage, motivate and mentor UK Housing Advocacy Manager, with regular 1-2-1s, setting individual objectives, giving and receiving feedback, progressing people and plans. Role model our values in line with Habitat GB’s inclusive approach to people and culture.

These responsibilities outline the multifaceted nature of the Head of Advocacy role, highlighting the importance of strategic planning, relationship building, political engagement, and impact evaluation in advancing Habitat GB's advocacy objectives related to housing and poverty reduction.

Person Specification

· Bachelor's degree in international relations, public policy, political science, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

· Experience in advocacy, policy analysis, or government relations in the UK, with a focus on international development, housing, or related issues.

· Experience in developing, delivering and implementing advocacy strategies.

· Proven track record of successfully influencing policy change and mobilizing support for advocacy campaigns.

· Experience of directly engaging stakeholders and decision makers through events, networks, meetings and other mechanisms.

· Experience working in a cross-cultural or international context is desirable.

· Experience in senior management roles, encompassing strategic management and team leadership.

Skills and competencies:

· Strong understanding of the UK government structure, policy-making processes, and key stakeholders involved in international development.

· Strong interest and commitment to tackle housing poverty.

· Excellent communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and persuasively in written and verbal formats.

· Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, NGOs, and civil society organizations.

· Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement advocacy plans, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing circumstances.

· Ability to collaborate with diverse teams across multiple locations.

· Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines and adapt to challenges.

· Enthusiastic, positive, and proactive with a solution-oriented mindset.

· Demonstrated interest in our work and commitment to continuous learning and development.

· Dedication to contributing to the inclusive, people-positive culture at Habitat.

The role and responsibilities will be carried out in a way which reflects:

· Habitat GB’s commitment to safeguarding children in accordance with the Safeguarding

Policy.

· A commitment to Habitat GB’s vision, mission, values and approach.

· A commitment to effective management of risk, by operating within the Charity’s code of conduct, policies, procedures and controls and by carrying out the risk management and assurance responsibilities of the role as set out in relevant Policy and Procedures.

This is not intended to be an exhaustive list.  Job descriptions may be subject to change.

Flexibility   

Habitat GB is seeking to rapidly expand its activities and impact to fight poverty across the world. This means that the organisation must be adaptable and flexible and have an ambitious, dynamic and flexible team.  It is a requirement of the post holder to be flexible in terms of location (within reason), line management, and duties and responsibilities.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Start your Habitat journey

We want the recruitment process to give you the opportunity to share your skills and experience, and to find out more about Habitat. You are welcome to get in touch and arrange an informal chat with a member of the team before submitting an application. To apply for the role, please send us your CV and a cover letter telling us about yourself, how you meet the person specification, and your motivation for applying – we don’t expect this to be more than two sides of A4. 

The deadline for applications is 11 August 2024 (at 11:59 pm).

Interviews will take place online from the week beginning 19 August 2024. Selected candidates will be contacted to agree a suitable time for interview.

Please note that we do not reimburse any expenses incurred during interviews.

We’d prefer to hear directly from applicants – we won’t be working with third party recruiters on this role. 

This post profile is not set in stone. It gives insight into the main purpose of the role, and expected responsibilities, but it might be reviewed in the future to meet the changing requirements of Habitat for Humanity GB – any changes will be made in discussion with the post-holder. 

Habitat for Humanity requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguard our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work.  Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of our code of conduct. The employment of this position will be subject to a satisfactory reference check and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

At Habitat for Humanity GB, we aim to build, develop and retain a talented workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills and experiences. We welcome and actively encourage applications from anyone who feels they’d be a good fit for our organisation, regardless of race, religion, colour, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected characteristics.

Unfortunately, because of high volume of applications we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants. If you haven’t heard from us within a month of the application deadline, please assume that your application has not been successful.

MLC Partners are working with a historic charitable organisation who are recruiting their new FP&A Manager. Based in London, but with a large amount of flexibility, the role is a new position and offers the prospect of putting your stamp on things and leaving a real legacy. Reporting into a manager who has a clear focus on developing teams, this is a great opportunity for someone looking for the next step in their career.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

• Manage the budgeting and forecasting process, working with stakeholders to support the strategic direction of the organisation.
• Deliver insight and analysis into the monthly management accounts, providing commentary for the ELT where necessary.
• Developing the monthly reporting cycle, with reporting across the organisation of financial performance, comparisons with budgets and relevant KPIs.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a fully qualified accountant.
• Come with a commercial mindset and ideally have worked in a Big Four environment.
• Demonstrate experience of using advanced financial modelling, data visualisation and related tools.
• Have a specific interest in working in the charity sector.

Candidates with any sector background are welcomed to apply, but experience improving financial insight within an organisation will be highly sought after.

This role will likely be filled before the closing date, so please don’t delay in applying. For more information, please contact Jamie Elliott at MLC Partners.

Location: Flexible
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours per week: 35
Salary: £27,855 (outside of London); £30,197 (London)

Closing Date:14 August 2024
Interview dates start from:20 August 2024

Today, 12 children and young people will be diagnosed with cancer. We’ll stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time.

When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it’s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain.

The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. That’s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time.

We challenge the systems and policies that surround children and young people, we highlight gaps and campaign for change. Because we know what a better future could look like. And we know what we need to do to make that future a reality. We need to push harder, reach further and work smarter. And we need the right people on our team to help us get there. People like you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for an Insight Executive with data experience to join the Strategic Insight team.

As the Insight Executive, you will be providing quality data to teams across the organisation for marketing and supporting purposes. You will be working with our software to extract data, build communication journeys, and run data processes. This role is key to the organisation, and in ensuring we are raising funds to support children and young people with cancer.

This role is an opportunity to work across a range of data led projects and challenges. Our team is continually adapting and improving; we are looking for a candidate who can shape this role over time, and who we can support to grow in this role.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

No two days are the same at Young Lives vs Cancer. So, summarising your ‘day to day’ isn’t easy. Here are some of the main things you’ll be doing, but you’ll find more details in the Job Description.

• To select and extract data from the database and fully clean the resulting data before sending on to be used for campaigns and other areas of work
• To maximise the benefits of our database by working with team colleagues to deliver data selections, data reports, and data exploration
• Be responsible for incoming data administrative requests and run regular administrative tasks to keep data clean and up to date on the CARE CRM system (our supporter database)
• Be proactive in learning to use new software – we use FastStats, and are currently bringing in PeopleStage, a product to manage supporter data, and the Insight Executive will be regularly using this software .
• On an ongoing basis, to identify areas for improvement including data quality, and increasing internal and external stakeholder satisfaction
• Participate in projects or lead discrete project work and support other areas within the directorate as and when require

WHAT DO I NEED?

• Experience working with data, and relational databases (examples being a Customer Relationship Management database/FastStats/PeopleStage)
• Extracting complex information from a database
• Experience using Microsoft packages, primarily Excel
• Ability to manage complex and multiple tasks, and their own time
• Team player who can easily work as part of a cross functional team to deliver shared goals .

The key skills we’re looking for in this role are:

• A candidate with confidence manipulating data, learning new skills and systems.
• Has the initiative to take on data challenges, develop processes, and discuss data queries with stakeholders.
• Data curiosity – how can you develop yourself and the team, and the quality of the work we produce
• Strong attention to detail and ability to provide the level of quality data assurance required for customer contact data.
• Being an advocate for using data and insights in a strategic manner.

WHAT WILL I GAIN?

For people to reach their full potential, they need the right environment. As a member of Team Young Lives, you’ll be made to feel supported, valued and appreciated. Here’s how we do it:

• Flexible working: we’re open to working hours outside of 9 - 5 and we can talk through your flexibility requirements at interview stage
• Wellbeing days: four days a year to do what works for you – from catching up on training to going for a walk
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Great family/caring leave entitlements
• Enhanced pension
• Access to our employee savings scheme

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING

At Young Lives vs Cancer, we recognise that opportunities for too many people remain a condition of their sex, ethnicity, class, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation – or a combination. This has never been acceptable to us as an organisation. We don’t just accept difference, we value it, celebrate it, nurture it and we thrive because of it.

We’re on a journey to be reflective of the diverse children, young people and families we support. We know we aren’t there yet, and we’re passionately committed to taking actions and making changes to be a truly diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation. This includes taking anti-oppressive action and removing barriers in our recruitment practices. We particularly welcome applications from members of minoritised communities. Our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging strategy will tell you more.

ACCESSIBILITY

We’re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always aim to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in your application form of any adjustments or access requirements we could make to help you with the application process and interview.

You may have experience in the following: Intelligence Analyst, Research Executive, Insights Analyst, Market Insights Specialist, Consumer Insights Manager, Data Insights Executive, Strategic Insights Analyst, Business Insights Manager, Market Insights Consultant, and Customer Insights Executive.

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Are you passionate about making a difference and building strong relationships? As a Relationship Fundraiser, you'll play a vital role this charity's mission to support regional fundraising strategies, acquire new supporters, and deliver outstanding stewardship. This health charity is looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to drive impactful fundraising initiatives.

Position: Relationship Fundraiser - Temporary approximately 6 months
Location: Home-based, with regular travel across Wales and West Midlands
Salary: £17.47 - £18.63 per hour

Your Role and Responsibilities:

As a Relationship Fundraiser, you will:

• Develop and Deliver Plans: Work with your manager and teammates to create and implement an annual plan and income budget, fostering long-lasting and meaningful relationships with supporters across your region.
• Maximise Income: Promote regional fundraising across the organisation and externally, ensuring maximum income generation.
• Stewardship Excellence: Provide strategic stewardship interventions to ensure loyalty, repeat support, and income delivery.
• Pipeline Development: Proactively seek out, develop, and maintain partnerships and relationships with key supporters to meet new business and income targets.
• Creative Collaboration: Work with Locality Impact and volunteers to deliver awareness and income generation opportunities locally.

Our Mission and Vision:

Join this health charity in their mission to support regional fundraising efforts and deliver exceptional stewardship. By fostering meaningful relationships and driving income generation, you'll be a pivotal part of our vision to create lasting positive change.

What We're Looking For:

• Fundraising Experience: Experience in undertaking and initiating fundraising activities and events.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills and the ability to represent the organisation professionally.
• Flexibility: Ability to work flexibly with regards to working patterns and duties.
• IT Proficiency: Basic proficiency in industry-standard IT systems (e.g. Microsoft Office).
• Commitment to Values: Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to our corporate values and the principles of equal opportunities and diversity.
• Willingness to Travel: Willingness to travel regularly and occasionally stay overnight.

Apply Today! Take the next step in your career and become part of a team that values your contribution and supports your growth.

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.

Are you passionate about making a difference and building strong relationships? As a Relationship Fundraiser, you'll play a vital role in this health charity's mission to support regional fundraising strategies, acquire new supporters, and deliver outstanding stewardship. We're looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to drive impactful fundraising initiatives.

Position: Relationship Fundraiser - Temporary for approximately 6 months
Location: Home-based, UK nationwide with regular travel across the UK
Salary: £17.47 - £18.63 per hour (£19.64 inner London)

What You'll Do:

As our Relationship Fundraiser, you will:

• Collaborate with your manager and teammates to devise and deliver an annual acquisition and stewardship plan
• Create tools and resources to promote regional fundraising internally and externally
• Support the In Memoriam and In Celebration income streams
• Develop creative approaches to increase income through supporter stewardship and acquisition assets
• Plan and execute marketing campaigns for both warm and cold audiences
• Work with Locality Impact and volunteers to generate awareness and income opportunities
• Ensure high-quality communication and maintain our relationship database to a high standard

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering high-quality communication and asking the right questions to drive results
• Demonstrating curiosity and problem-solving skills
• Proactively embodying our organisation's values and maintaining internal standards
• Managing and developing your performance to meet annual objectives

Who We're Looking For:

• Experience in fundraising activities and events
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work flexibly and travel regularly
• Proficiency in using industry-standard IT systems
• Ability to create engaging social media content
• Commitment to our corporate values and principles of equal opportunities and diversity

Apply Today!

Take the next step in your career and become part of a team that values your contribution and supports your growth

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.

Our client, a leading London University are currently looking to recruit a temporary Academic Admin and Student Engagement Manager on a full-time basis (35 hours per week). The post will be looking to start as soon as possible, running for 2 months in the first instance. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement of 3 days onsite based in Greenwich.

Key responsibilities for this post will include:

• Providing line management and effective leadership to the Academic Administration team to ensure the smooth running of the department.
• Overseeing the running of the Student Engagement team.
• Working with the Dean to project manage and ensure the successful completion of strategic tasks across departments and courses.
• Working with various department heads to support with budget monitoring and ensuring that resource demands are met consistently.
• Proactively working collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effective running of interdepartmental processes and service delivery.
• Producing relevant management information in an efficient and timely manner to inform both internal and external decision-making and reporting.

To be considered for this post, you will have:

• Experience of working within a Higher Education or similar organisation setting.
• Project management experience.
• Experience in attendance monitoring within Higher Education.
• Experience of developing and implementing processes, procedures, and services.
• Experience of successful line management and leadership.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence with liaising with a variety of stakeholders.

The post is looking to start as soon as possible, so you will need to be available immediately or at short notice to be considered. 
If you are interested in finding out more information about this new opportunity, please register your interest and submit your CV by clicking ‘apply now’ below. 
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.