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Are you a skilled communicator with a desire to make a difference to the lives of workers, both in the immediate term within their communities, and in the longer term by shaping the research and policy landscape?
If this sounds like you, and you have a mixed skill set that includes some or all of; communications (internal and external), project management, grant-making, programme delivery and stakeholder management, then we are keen to hear from you.
About us
Formed from the legacy of the 35 Hour Week Campaign, The Alex Ferry Foundation is a UK grant-maker focused on the future of work, trade unionism and supporting communities.
We believe that good work is an essential part of a good life. Therefore, we want to see a world in which workers and their communities are treated with dignity and respect and where they are empowered both in and beyond the workplace to live long, happy, and healthy lives.
We aim, through the funding of research, to ensure a better future for workers, and through the funding of local initiatives, to ensure a better present for their communities.
In our research funding we are focused on: shorter working time, a worker-led just transition, the role of technology and the future of trade unionism.
In our community funding we are focused on: initiatives and organisations providing value at the local level and who might otherwise struggle to secure financial support.
About the role
Working within our small, dynamic staff team, this role will primarily provide support to the Executive Director in the following areas: communicating the work of the foundation to key stakeholders; lead on and maintaining relationships with trade union groups; driving forward our community grants programme, demonstrating the policy, research and campaign impact of the foundation; general strategic and managerial deputisation.
The role would suit a communications or programmes specialist who is comfortable working flexibly across a number of briefs as befits a small and adaptable organisation. A successful candidate will need to demonstrate an affinity with, and understanding of, the work of the foundation, a flair for messaging, both in print, digitally, and in terms of design, and an administrative and motivational rigour capable of driving forward multiple grant-making programmes with complex timelines.
The role can be either home or office based, but candidates must be willing to spend at least three days a month in our London office.
About you
You will have:
- A commitment to the Foundation’s vision, mission, and values, and to the broader cause of labour rights and trade unionism.
- Excellent written communication skills, including writing content for different media (website, consent emails, social posts). Ability to absorb and convey complex issues succinctly, in an accessible format, and tailored to different internal and external audiences.
- Excellent verbal communication skills in order to present compelling and persuasive cases to, and achieve buy-in from, internal team members and external stakeholders
- High standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Able to multitask and to work at pace to meet tight deadlines.
- Time management, organisation and project management skills are essential, as well as the ability to plan ahead.
- Strong interpersonal skills, confidence, and the ability to work, communicate and listen effectively at all levels internally and externally with partners and senior stakeholders.
- Proactive, solution-focussed, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a can-do attitude, able to think laterally and creatively about opportunities, projects, and design.
- A team player, able to work both on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Excellent digital skills and knowledge of current and future trends in digital and technological solutions.
- Excellent numerical skills with the ability to understand and present communications key performance indicator data.
- Knowledge of GDPR regulations, as well as integrity and discretion over confidential information.
If you would like to be considered for this role, please send a CV and a covering letter (no more than two pages) outlining your suitability and experience.
Initial interviews will be held in the week commencing 30th September 2024 in London.
With deep roots in the trade union movement, The Alex Ferry Foundation is committed to good work, supportive communities, and improving lives.
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European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons
Project Manager Salary: £60,000 for Four days a week + pension
Home based with meetings in central London and continental Europe
The ESCRS was founded in 1991 to promote education and research in the field of implant and refractive surgery and to advance and promote the study and practice of ophthalmology. ESCRS seeks to promote and support research in the field of intraocular lens implantation and refractive surgery and the dissemination of the useful results thereof. ESCRS has over 7,500 members from 130 countries world-wide.
This new role provides support to the Managing Director in managing key suppliers to the Society and ensuring procurement processes are followed in the ESCRS’ best interests. The role also provides input to the outsourcer on a variety of strategic projects and supports a culture of ongoing improvement in operational processes.
We are now seeking a Project Manager, working directly to the Managing Director and liaising with the Financial Director. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated project management professional who can demonstrate:
- · Successful project management skills
- · Experience of process design and improvement
- · Experience of technology implementationsExperience in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication and delivery of the job functions and projects
- · Experience of working within a Professional Association or charity would be desirable
We look forward to receiving your application online at Marylebone Executive Search website
When applying online please submit your CV along with a personal statement demonstrating how you meet the attached person specification.
For an informal confidential discussion call Richard Evans on +44(0)7958 984161 or +44(0)20 3126 4858
Closing date for applications: 2nd September 2024
Long List interviews: 16th - 27 September 2024
Short List interviews: w/c 7th October 2024
Final Panel Interviews: 23rd – 24th October 2024
To find out more visit ESCRS website
The European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons is an equal opportunities employer
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Are you an experienced professional, who understands how safeguarding and other policies and procedures relate to a successful global, grassroots organisation – with specific, current knowledge of the UK context? Do you have the ability to create engaging and clear training for different audiences, both online and in person, excellent communications skills (written and verbal) and do you have experience in making sure volunteers adhere to safeguarding and other work-related standards and procedures? Are you motivated by a genuine passion for the work of Mothers’ Union, and do you bring resilience, positivity, and a can-do attitude to everything you do? If so, please join us, you will thrive in our environment of learning and make a huge impact in what we can deliver to the most vulnerable in our communities.
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Saferworld is an independent international organisation working in partnership to prevent violent conflict and build safer lives. We work in solidarity with people affected by conflict to improve their safety and sense of security and we conduct wider research and analysis to contribute to local, national and international policies and practices that help foster lasting peace. Our priority is people – we believe in a world where everyone can lead peaceful, fulfilling lives free from fear and insecurity. We operate on a not-for-profit basis with partners in Africa, Asia and the Middle East and policy centres in Beijing, Brussels, London and Washington DC. Saferworld is registered separately in Belgium, the USA and China as strategically aligned affiliate organisations.
We are seeking an exceptional individual to fill the role of Director of Finance and Operations. This is a pivotal position within our organisation, offering the unique opportunity to shape and drive the financial and operational strategies that will propel our peacebuilding and partnership efforts forward over the next several years to deliver on its 2021-2031 strategy.
As the Director of Finance and Operations, you will guide the development and implementation of our financial plans and operational initiatives. The post holder will model and ensure the embedding a business partnering approach, to support a working environment and internal operating systems that deliver for our programme and our partners. You will join a dynamic senior leadership team that fosters collaboration, innovation, and excellence in all aspects of our work.
We are looking for a visionary leader with a proven track record of strategic financial management, business partnering experience and a passion for making a positive impact in the world. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels and across a range of contexts, a keen eye for detail, a strategic mindset, and a desire to drive meaningful change
Saferworld is committed to providing a safe trusted environment that safeguards our staff, partners and communities. Our organisational integrity is derived from the values and principles that underpin and guide our work.
Job purpose:
As a key member of Saferworld's senior leadership team, the Director of Finance and Operations will be instrumental in helping to shape the organisation's strategic direction. The role will strive to ensure financial sustainability, and the embedding of a business partnering approach to achieve Saferworld’s mission. This post-holder will provide strategic guidance and hands-on oversight of all critical financial and contractual aspects of our operations, and lead other key organisational functions, such as security and IT systems, enhancing resource management efficiency and organisational effectiveness. The Director will assess and optimise business processes and controls ensuring they are rooted in our strategy, identify and mitigate risks, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability.
Key responsibilities:
· Provide strategic leadership on financial strategy and management.
· Advise and support the CEO and Board on all financial matters, including risk management
· Oversee the organisation’s finance systems (including SUN), policies, and processes.
· Oversee global operational activities, such as insurance, procurement, ICT systems and relevant policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and maintaining global impact.
· Oversee global security efforts, encompassing physical and cyber aspects, to safeguard organisational assets and data.
· Provide inspirational leadership to foster the development of high-performing teams guided by strategic objectives and a shared sense of purpose.
· Manage a team of approximately 7 staff, providing managerial support and guidance to the team.
· Contribute to the organisation's overall development and operational management as an integral member of the Senior Management Team.
Person specification
Knowledge, qualifications and experience
- Accountancy qualifications, preferably CIMA, ACA and ACCA, and a clear understanding of Charity Fund accounting (SORP 2008 and the Charities Act 2003)
- Extensive experience in financial management and interdepartmental budgeting in a senior leadership position in an international organisation (preferable and international charity/non-for-profit).
- In-depth understanding of the complexity of overseeing and managing finances in an international context, particularly in contexts of conflict and/or war, including complexities of banking, tax, cash-flow management, exchange rate fluctuations and impact on budgets and forecasts, financial reporting, legal compliance, and transferring of funds to civil society and community-based organisation within different contexts, including conflict-affected areas.
- Senior leadership experience within the charity/not-for-profit sector and an understanding of costing funding bids and ensuring financial reporting systems meet funder requirements
- Experience of engaging and working with diverse funding streams including institutional donors, commercial contracts and Trust and Foundations and multiple currencies and geographic jurisdictions,
- Experience of working with a business partnering approach to achieve with others joint goals.
- An understanding and experience of project management delivery across an organisation, including an ability and willingness to undertake 'hands-on' tasks, such as preparing budgets, cash flows and other financial planning, management and control processes if required
- Operational experience in overseeing and supporting IT systems, especially in financial systems development – experience with the SUN system is especially desirable
- Experience working with a Board of Trustees and other governance levels of an organisation
- A track record in proven line and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with others to deliver shared results
- Experience in communicating effectively across cultures and with diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing
Skills and abilities
· Excellent strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills to support the smooth running of finance within a complex organisation
· An entrepreneurial mindset focused on influencing organisational development and change and raising team performance in pursuit of Saferworld’s organisational strategic objectives
· Proven ability to lead, manage, inspire and motivate staff at all levels, including motivating technical staff within a matrix structure
· Excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience in communicating effectively across cultures and with diverse audiences
· Fluency in written and spoken English
· Ability to cope with a rapidly changing environment and handle high levels of pressure and multi-tasking
Personal qualities
· Commitment to the vision, mission and values of Saferworld
· Commitment to and compliance with Saferworld’s safeguarding principles
· Commitment to respect and value equality and diversity and understanding of how this applies to own area of work
· Active listening and effective communication with colleagues working in diverse contexts
· Commitment to own continuing personal and professional development
Other requirements
·Some international travel will be required – not more than 4 times a year – to conflict-affected contexts
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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FareShare Sussex & Surrey is expanding and developing our Employability Programme and we are seeking a passionate and experienced Manager to lead our impactful employability initiatives across our Guildford and Brighton sites.
In this role, you will design, implement, and refine our Employability Programme that provides holistic support, including work experience, training, and one-on-one coaching. Your efforts will help people far from the labour market gain the skills and confidence needed to secure meaningful employment.
As the Employability Programme Manager, you will manage an Employability Coordinator and work closely with local businesses, educational institutions, and community partners to create a supportive and effective employability pathway. You will be responsible for recruiting participants, maintaining a caseload of trainees, and ensuring the successful delivery of our programmes.
Bringing your sparkling personality you will make a strong contribution to our culture of togetherness, inclusivity, respect, and passion in our mission to see no good food going to waste in Sussex and Surrey.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace, so if you like the look of this role and even if your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with everything in the job description, we would still like to hear from you! You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
If you have a background in programme management, a passion for workforce development, and a commitment to making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply. Join us and be a part of our dedicated team making a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Qualifications and/or experience
Essential Criteria
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A-level education or equivalent
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Ability to build relationships with external partners
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Monitoring and evaluation of employability programmes
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Working to an outcome based model achieving ambitious targets
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Experience of working as part of a team, supporting and delivering projects to agreed time, cost and quality indicators
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Demonstrable experience of developing and delivering successful employability support services, training and engagement programmes
Desireable Criteria
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Demonstrable experience of supporting people who are unemployed and/or supporting people to improve their employability skills
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Coaching/Motivational Interviewing Qualification
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Working with volunteers or adults with additional needs
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Delivering projects and monitoring associated budgets
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People management
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Knowledge of the statutory and voluntary sector services available to vulnerable people in Brighton/Guildford
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Knowledge of the benefits system and experience of supporting people with benefits related issues
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Knowledge and experience of the Third Sector in the UK
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Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential Criteria
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Enthusiastic and self-motivated, with strong people skills
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Good data, IT and literacy skills.
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Good organisation skills – ability to prioritise and deliver on a changing workload
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Confident in public speaking
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Good influencing and negotiating skills
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Team player able to motivate and develop people through positive approaches
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Knowledge of equal opportunities, inclusivity, diversity and safeguarding
Relationships (internal and external) values and behaviours
Essential Criteria
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Desire to work for the region's largest surplus food rescue charity, to subscribe to the culture, vision and mission of our charity
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Commitment to continuous professional development
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Empathy with and non-judgemental attitude to Trainees and an understanding of their needs.
Circumstances
Essential Criteria
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Willing and available to work outside normal working hours occasionally if required
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Be flexible about your working arrangements as the role will involve travel around the region.
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Proof of the Right to work in the UK
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Satisfactory DBS check
Desireable Criteria
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A UK driving licence and access to your own car might be useful but not necessary
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We now have an opportunity for a Branch Administrator to assist in providing effective administration for the branch. This is a freelance role working with the Branch Chair, Treasurer and the other Trustees.
We are CPRE Leicestershire, the countryside charity. We want a thriving, beautiful countryside for everyone. We believe in countryside and green spaces that are accessible to all, rich in nature and playing a crucial role in responding to the climate emergency. We want developments which are well designed and provide the ‘Right Housing in the Right Places’ and put greater weight on the protection of out valuable countryside assets.
Duties involve:
- Dealing with the branch email account (via Google mail), including assessing content and forwarding to Trustees. Compiling acknowledgements for all emails received
- Agenda setting for Branch meetings in liaison with the Chair
- Collating and circulating papers for Branch meetings to all attendees
- Minuting Branch meetings then typing up minutes and sharing with Chair for approval (please note all meetings are currently held via Zoom)
- Regular contact with the Chair to discuss all Branch matters
- Other admin duties may include (although this is not an exhaustive list)
- Preparation of draft Annual Report
- Preparation for Annual General meeting
- Preparation of newsletter content
- Have a proficient understanding of how to create meetings via Zoom
- Understanding of DropBox (or similar storage system)
- Emailing information to members and contacts using blind copying
- Occasional venue booking (e.g. negotiating price, reviewing venue etc)
- Keeping all contact lists up to date
- Dealing with queries from National Office, members and members of the public
- Contact with other CPRE Branches within the UK
- Attend ad-hoc meetings and training sessions organised by National Office
- Contributing to the smooth running of the Branch
- Being an advocate for CPRE Leicestershire·
- Willingness to drive to occasional meetings held within Leicestershire
What we need from you: This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a respected local countryside organisation by applying your administrative skills to make a real difference to a friendly and passionate group.Willingness to drive to occasional meetings held within Leicestershire
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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 the role:
As the Trust and Foundation Coordinator, you will support the International Programmes Department (IPD) by:
- Programme Development: Enhancing institutional funding to raise essential funds for Muslim Aid’s international humanitarian and development programmes through Trusts, Foundations, and Partner Offices.
- Quality Assurance: Assisting the MEAL Manager in developing and implementing effective MEAL systems to ensure quality service delivery across all programmes.
You will play a crucial role in this newly formed unit, working closely with partners, country offices, and donors to improve systems within the IPD and support the dynamic global programme portfolio of Muslim Aid.
About the Role:
- Lead donor mapping process for Trusts and Foundations. Continuously, update this mapping document regularly based on engagement with prospective donors.
- Lead the proposal/concept development process for T&F and MA Partner offices submissions.
- Support the Global Programme Development and Quality Assurance Manager in managing a portfolio of institutional donor grants relationships and implement donor engagement strategies for prioritised donors (including FCDO, UN agencies, USAID, SIDA, START Network, etc.).
- Support the Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Manager to strengthen MEAL system globally. This includes ensuring high-quality data tracking progress, analysing data, and generating knowledge and documentation of best practices.
- Work with Country Offices, Global Programme Development and Quality Assurance, Humanitarian and Programme units to support on disaster responses and associated appeals.
- Support the unit in providing the development and implementing capacity development workshops for the IPD team, country offices, and partner offices either face to face or virtually.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Educated to bachelor’s degree level.
- Experience of successfully fundraising and dealing with institutional donors and international donors with a focus on Trusts and Foundations.
- Experience and understanding of monitoring and evaluation of programmes; using quantitative and qualitative research data collected in support of programme development.
- Significant experience and knowledge of effective budgetary control and grant management.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with people at various levels. Good tact and diplomacy at all times.
- Strong and well-developed analytical skills coupled with strong bid and report writing skills.
Why you should apply:
Ready to make a global impact? Join Muslim Aid as a Trust and Foundation Coordinator and drive our humanitarian and development initiatives forward. If you excel in fundraising, grant management, and donor engagement, we want you on our team. Your expertise in monitoring and evaluation will ensure our programmes are exceptional. With outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, you will secure the vital funds that power our mission to support vulnerable communities worldwide. Become part of a dynamic, innovative team and make a difference. Apply now and transform lives!
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.
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Kineara has a new vacancy for an experienced Asylum and Refugee Housing Support Worker to join our small and dedicated team in this new project supporting recent granted refugees to find accommodation.
Asylum and Refugee Housing Support Practitioner
Salary: £ 16 per hour
Contract and term: Self-employed 12 month contract, with a 3-month probation
Hours: 35 hours per week Mon – Friday
Location: Flexible, with time split between our office and partner organisations office in Southwark, local community and working from home
About the project
Set up by the Southwark Community Refugee Forum, alongside Southwark local community and charity organisations. Kineara provides a weekly drop-in surgery at the St Giles Center giving support and advice to refugees struggling to find PRS due to many barriers, including language. In 2023 the collaboration was formed to respond to the increasing need for housing support to asylum seekers with newly granted refugee status after the Home office made changes to the way they process asylum seekers.
After 9 months of delivery, we are excited to have secured funding to deliver this work fulltime alongside our PRS Renters Support Programme in Southwark. We will provide crucial crisis support to vulnerable renters and are looking for a passionate housing support worker to be part of the next phase of the project.
About Kineara
Kineara is a unique community interest company that supports people in poverty across London who facing barriers to housing, employment and education. We identify and address barriers by providing holistic support for families, vulnerable adults, and school pupils, and deliver intensive one-to-one interventions to those in need of extra help through challenging times. We use holistic, trauma-informed methods, partnership working and a flexible, non-judgemental approach that puts the needs of those we work with first.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and energetic support worker to take up a full-time role within our organisation as a Housing Support Practitioner in our small and dedicated team. The role will be based mostly in Southwark, and you will be working in partnership with the Council’s housing officers and resettlement workers, refugee support organisations, community services. The role involves coordinate tailored support for each client to find and sustain tenancies, mediating with landlords where necessary and providing housing advice. The objective of this programme is to support access to PRS properties, provide information about housing market and polices, help set up sustainable tenancies, increase employment opportunities, improve wellbeing, and increase educational outcomes. You will be working in partnership with other stakeholders, such as council and refugee support professionals to improve family health, build relationships and engage families and individuals and their networks of support.
About you
You will have experience of working with individuals with complex needs. You will be an enthusiastic person who is self-motivated, confident and thrives when working independently with a passion to support change. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, experience delivering holistic support, be a solution-minded thinker, have a good understanding of strength-based approaches and be able work sensitively and empathetically with people in vulnerable circumstances. You will also have experience working in a systemic and therapeutic way and ideally have trauma informed training or experience. It is also important to us that you have the competency to work with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds. To work as part of a team and independently, the roles require you to think creatively and use the resources around you effectively. A good understanding of one of the following languages is an advantage;
- Arabic
-Kurdish sorani
-Farsi/Dari
-Pashto
-Tigrinya/Amharic
What you can expect from Kineara
Kineara will offer you an opportunity to be part of a dedicated small team that works closely together while encouraging independence and autonomy. This is a busy and hands-on role where each day is different, and you will be based in our office in Southwark, at home, and in the community doing occasional home visits. The role will provide you with support and supervision from our experienced project manager, as well as the flexibility to work to your clients' needs. With us, you will have an active voice in the organisation and your input in how our organisation develops will be highly valued. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment in which our staff can develop their skills, take on new opportunities and challenges, and grow professionally.
We ensure that wellbeing of our staff is a priority. Kineara provides a wellbeing package for all practitioners to encourage work/life balance and self-care for our staff.
HOW TO APPLY: Please send a CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role. Please also include:
- Why you wish to apply for this role
- What you would like to gain from this role
- Your relevant experience, knowledge and skills, based on the person specification above.
- What other qualities you have that you could bring to the role
- Whether you have an up-to-date DBS and DRB check.
- When you are available to begin work
We look forward to receiving your application!
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I am currently looking for a Vulnerable Adults service Improvement Manager to support the development of continuous improvement of services within London.
You will also be proactive in identifying and raising any additional concerns as well as areas of good practice to support managers with the recruitment processes.
Experience required for the role:
- Managing excellent services with a background of support Management
- Proactive approach to problem solving
- Experience in implementing changes to services
- Good collaboration skills and a calm and measured approach
If this sounds like something of interest, please do get in touch now!
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
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A London-based Museum is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee the running of the finance directorate. This is a key role in the Museum, leading the finances from all aspects including budgeting and financial planning, oversight of day to day financial operations, and year end processes. The role is available owing to an internal secondment and therefore is offered on an 18 - 24 month duration. Candidates interested in part or full-time working options (equivalent to 4 days a week or more) are encouraged to apply.
- Leading on in-year and multi-year budgeting and forecasting for the Museum
- Overseeing the year-end accounts including being the main point of contact for external auditors
- Managing a team of 10 accountants with oversight of the finance business partnering and financial reporting and transactions teams. Mentoring and developing direct and indirect reports and ensuring staff development plans are in place.
- Preparation and presentation of key monthly and quarterly financial reports to Directors, SMT and Trustees
- Act as the go-to finance business partner for key C-Suite stakeholders within the charity.
What’s in it for you?
- Salary of c. £75,000 (DOE)
- Hybrid working of 2-3 days per week in the office
- Employer pension contribution of up to 10%
- Unlimited free tickets to the Museum’s events and exhibitions
- This role can be offered on a full or part-time basis. Candidates with flexible or part-time working requirements are encouraged to apply to find out more.
Your profile:
- You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with strong experience of both financial reporting and overseeing budget setting processes.
- You will have experience of managing staff and helping to develop and mentor teams of a medium to larger size.
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A London-based Museum is currently seeking a Financial Controller to join them on a permanent basis ahead of an exciting period of transformation and improvement.
Managing a team of 5 and reporting into the Head of Finance, this is a key role within the finance team and wider organisation, having overall responsibility for the financial accounting and transactions team for the organisation. As well as leading key aspects of the financial operations, you will also support in the implementation of new financial systems and streamlining and improvement processes to facilitate improved financial and management information.
Your responsibilities will include the following:
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- Oversight of the running of the day to day running of the financial reporting, controls and transactions.
- Managing a team of 5 across financial accounts and transactions (AP / AR, purchase ledger etc.)
- Manage and reconcile the organisations balance sheets for all of the charity’s entities.
- Lead in the preparation of annual financial statements and statutory reporting
- Act as a key point of contact for the charity’s external auditors
- Reviewing financial controls and implementing new controls and procedures where appropriate
- Support in the implementation of new financial systems
What’s in it for you?
- Salary of c. £65,000 (DOE)
- Hybrid working of 2-3 days per week in the office
- Employer pension contribution of up to 10%
- Unlimited free tickets to the Museum’s events and exhibitions
Your profile:
- You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with strong experience of financial reporting and controls
- You will have experience of managing staff and helping to develop and mentor teams.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Waking Night Support Worker to join our Hounslow Young People Service in Chiswick.
£20,154.00 per annum, working 30 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave(pro rata), pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.
Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Hounslow Young People is a Supported Accommodation Service for young people and young parents aged 16-25. The Service encompasses a mix of units across six sites supporting 57 vulnerable young people and 19 teen parents.
The aim of the service is to empower Young People to move towards independent living, supporting their successful transition from childhood; laying the foundations for healthy, ambitious, and safe adult lives with minimal ongoing support. Support is delivered in partnership with a number of stakeholders and partners in the community such as mental health services, substance misuses agencies, housing teams, police, and social services.
We are recruiting a Waking Night Support Worker to join our dynamic service and team. In the role of Waking Night Support Worker individuals will ensure continued support is provided to young people at the standards of day staff with particular focus on safety of vulnerable young people.
About the Role:
The Waking Night Support Worker will work in line with person-centred risk assessments, support plans, and liaise with Support Workers to provide comprehensive handover and partnership working. They will be observant of changes in behaviour and presentations ensuring appropriate actions are taken to document and report changes in support needs of young people.
Waking Night Support Worker will be able to carry out all necessary health and safety actions including light cleaning tasks and environment management. Furthermore they will actively seek out ways to work with the team and stakeholders to improve the experience of young people in the service.
The role requires individuals to work on a rota pattern of 21:30 - 07:30, including some weekend working.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
For a further details and a full job description please visit our website
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Position: Refuge Worker
Location: North London
Salary: £13.50-£18.50 Per Hour
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours
About the Role:
Are you passionate about supporting women who have experienced domestic abuse and helping them rebuild their lives? We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Refuge Worker to join our team. This role involves providing practical and emotional support to women in our refuge, helping them to navigate their journey from crisis to recovery.
As a Refuge Worker, you will manage a caseload, ensure the smooth running of the refuge, and prioritise the health and safety of residents. You will be responsible for the admission and resettlement of survivors, assisting them with everything from housing applications to connecting with specialised support services. Your role will also involve maintaining the refuge's operational aspects, including rent collection, room availability, and organising repairs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess referrals and manage room availability in line with policies.
- Introduce new residents to the refuge, explaining services, policies, and expectations.
- Assist residents with benefit applications, including Universal Credit and Housing Benefit.
- Prioritise rent and service charge collection, ensuring timely payments.
- Maintain accurate financial and administrative records, ensuring compliance with procedures.
- Organise and chair house meetings, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Work closely with local authorities, social care, and other agencies to support residents.
- Develop, review, and maintain individual support plans, safety plans, and risk assessments.
- Conduct health and safety checks, welfare checks, and report repairs as necessary.
- Attend regular staff meetings and contribute to effective communication within the team.
- Ensure all work aligns with equality and diversity policies, and maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Support residents in transitioning to suitable move-on accommodation.
- Provide a supportive and non-judgemental environment for residents, encouraging their involvement in the refuge's day-to-day operations.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience working with vulnerable people, especially women affected by domestic and sexual violence.
- Proven ability to work in a regulated environment, managing risk and case management procedures.
- Strong understanding of domestic and sexual abuse and its impact on women and children.
- Ability to work effectively in partnership with multi-agency teams.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of maintaining administrative and financial records.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.
Personal Attributes:
- Committed to the empowerment and recovery of women affected by domestic abuse.
- Flexible, open to new challenges, and able to self-reflect and improve working practices.
- A non-judgmental approach with a strong commitment to self-care and team support.
- Passionate about equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practices.
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
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About Us:
Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people’s lives and strengthen our local community.
At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best. On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive:
Benefits:
- 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), 3 additional free days off at Christmas
- Life Insurance
- Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work)
- A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month
- Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc)
- Free Gym Membership
- Free breakfasts/snacks
Role Title: Business Development Manager (Health Sector)
Reports to: Head of Growth & Branding
Based: Battersea Park
Salary:£45,000 - £55,000
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Work Arrangement: 40 hours per week, Flexible Environment
DBS: Basic
Reporting to the Head of Growth & Branding, the Business Development Manager will play an integral role in boosting the growth of our Health & Wellbeing Service and our various programme offerings.
This person will work to develop and implement an effective growth and development approach that expands our reach , social value and set our company apart.
The Growth Team is a newly created team at Enable. They will be responsible for accelerating growth and development throughout our services and bringing Enable’s Strategic Plan to life! As a member of the Growth Team, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of our company, working collaboratively across departments to identify new opportunities, develop solutions, and implement strategic initiatives. This team is creative, innovative and always hungry for more.
Main Duties/Responsibilities:
- Seeking out new and exciting ways to expand Enable’s reach and increase strategic partnerships (Wellbeing focussed)
- Work closely with Health & Wellbeing management to learn & identify Enable’s current scope and reach
- Identifying gaps and trends in the market for different types of health and wellbeing services, identifying new markets, growth areas, customers, partnerships, and new ways of reaching existing markets
- Network with businesses and commissioners to build relationships and identify new opportunities and potential growth areas
- Working closely with the Research & Development team and to analyse and identify trends and opportunities, and other internal stakeholders to ensure initiatives are properly aligned with our strategic aims
- Any other relevant duties that the Head of Growth & Branding may see fit
Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience in Business Development and implementing successful growth strategies
- Experience working in/ understanding of the UK Health Sector
- A hunger for identifying new opportunities, and the tenacity to see that through to conversion
- Autonomy to self-motivate, drive change and work collaboratively in line with the Growth & Development Team
- Ability to engage and liaise effectively with diverse stakeholders, internal and external
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and efficient time and workload management
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts.
Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website.
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Are you passionate about empowering individuals with learning disabilities and autism to access essential healthcare services? Join our team as a Healthcare Access Advocate, Hospital Liaison, and Workshop Facilitator at The Elfrida Society, where you will play a crucial role in advocating for service users, liaising with healthcare providers, and facilitating empowering workshops.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Advocacy: Provide personalised support to ensure that each individual’s voice is heard and their healthcare needs are met.
- Collaborative Environment: Work closely with hospital staff and other professionals to create a more inclusive healthcare system.
- Empower Through Education: Develop and deliver engaging workshops that equip individuals and their families with the tools they need to navigate the healthcare landscape effectively.
- Supportive Community: Be part of a dedicated team committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
About the Role:
This part-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary of £27,629 - £28,451.57 pro-rata, with excellent benefits, including a generous pension plan and holiday entitlement. Based at our offices in Islington, London, you will have the flexibility to travel and engage with various stakeholders across Islington and neighbouring areas.
What We’re Looking For:
We are seeking individuals with strong advocacy skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and a good understanding of the healthcare system. Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism is essential, as is a commitment to promoting their rights and well-being.
Apply Today:
If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others and have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and accessible healthcare environment for all.
The job requires an enhanced DBS check.
Our mission is to enable individuals with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling & empowered lives, filled with opportunities for growth and joy!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.