Jobs in Leigh

About Us 

Wheels for All is a leading national charity dedicated to making cycling accessible and inclusive for everyone, regardless of ability. For over 30 years, we have built the UK’s largest network of inclusive cycling hubs, supporting communities to be active on their terms and thrive. We are expanding our reach, and we want you to be part of this journey! 

The Role 

As our new Head of Finance, you’ll lead our financial strategy, manage a small finance team, and support the Executive Management Team in driving sustainable growth. Working closely with the CEO, COO, and Trustees, you’ll develop financial plans, oversee compliance, and ensure robust financial operations to support our mission. This is a leadership role with the chance to make a lasting impact. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Financial Strategy & Growth: Partner with our leadership to drive long-term financial health and strategic decision-making. 

• Financial Management & Reporting: Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, and ensure accurate, timely reporting for funders and stakeholders. 

• Compliance & Governance: Maintain compliance with charity regulations and oversee audits, risk management, and policy development. 

• Team Leadership: Lead and develop a small finance team, ensuring systems like Sage meet organisational needs. 

• Fundraising Support: Collaborate with fundraisers to create budgets for funding applications and ensure transparent financial reporting to donors. 

What We’re Looking For 

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience with 5+ years in senior finance roles (charity experience a plus) 

• Strong knowledge of charity finance, VAT, grant management, and accounting software (Sage preferred) 

• A strategic thinker with excellent communication skills to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders 

• Passionate about our mission, collaborative, and committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment 

Why Join Wheels for All? 

We offer a competitive salary, a 3% employer pension contribution, a birthday day off, a volunteering day, flexible working options, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to yoga classes, and an Employee Assistance Program. You’ll also enjoy 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays, increasing with service. 

Wheels for All is an equal opportunity employer, actively fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. 

Are you experienced in the field of Reward and Benefits? Are you looking for a new Part Time, Contract opportunity? We would like to hear from you!

We are looking for a Reward and Benefits Advisor to join our wider People and Organisational Development directorate for a 12 month Fixed Term period.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Here at RBL, we aim to offer fair, reasonable and competitive pay for work undertaken (within the context of a national charity), and to provide a supportive and attractive set of benefits. Working with the Pay and Benefits Lead this role will offer support across all aspects of both ongoing and project-based pay and benefits activity within the organisation.

Based within our People team, key responsibilities will include:

- Supporting the benefits package, through administering benefits provision and communication, and undertaking research to ensure RBL has a competitive and attractive benefits package.
- Undertaking salary benchmarking using a range of survey data, internal comparators and investigation of external markets
- Supporting the annual salary review process, through research, benchmarking etc, assist in the compilation of associated communications
- Undertaking Gender Pay Gap reporting, providing data and insights
- Providing effective reporting, reconciliation, and analysis of reward related data, providing trend analysis and recommendations
- Providing advice and guidance to People colleagues and senior managers on reward and benefit issues

This post is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract, Part Time opportunity, working 21 hours per week. Schedule of hours to be agreed between Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm.

Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.

You will be contracted to your home address, and you will perform most of your work remotely there using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues, with occasional travel (incl. for monthly team meetings).

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

Interview Dates:        virtual interviews week commencing 18th November

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Location: This is a homebased role within North Home Counties (Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Essex) region only.
Interview date: W/C 25th November via Microsoft Teams.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
 
It’s an exciting time to join Regional Engagement. We’re a growing team with big ambitions over the next 5 years. This role will play a huge part in making these ambitions a reality and paving the way for our future.

We are recruiting for a Regional Fundraising Manager to join the Regional Engagement Team here at the Alzheimer’s Society. This role will cover the North Home Counties (Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Essex) sub region.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced team manager with expertise in community, corporate or relationship fundraising. This role will enable you to demonstrate your impact by both growing the overall income within your sub-region by managing and developing your amazing team of 4 Regional fundraisers, and also through leading by example on securing new sources of income where the opportunity is greatest. This could range from new business acquisition through to delivering higher level bespoke stewardship and key account management for our high value supporters. This is a real opportunity for you to make your mark on the sub region.

From multi-year partnerships and supporters, right through to managing volunteers and raising awareness in our communities, the team you will lead is talented, fast-paced and on a mission to create a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. This is where you come in - we need somebody who can harness this passion, help us to maximise on the opportunities that our unique locations give us, and ultimately grow income so we can be there for everybody affected by dementia.

The role will work closely with the Senior Regional Fundraising Manager and other Regional Fundraising Managers in the region to plan, execute and deliver our core community income and expenditure budget, ensuring that no opportunity is left unturned.
 
This is a homeworking role (hybrid options may be available depending on location). You will be required to travel across your sub region to meet supporters and attend internal meetings at locations across the country including our flagship offices (London, Birmingham, Warrington and Belfast). You must reside in the UK and have the correct right to work documents to work in the UK.
 
Alzheimer's Society was named on the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023! We have achieved excellent scores for workplace happiness, pride, and job satisfaction.  This is a wonderful achievement and we're incredibly proud, as this is fantastic testament to all the people who make up Alzheimer’s Society. 

About you

- We are looking for somebody with strong experience of community, corporate or relationship fundraising who has a track record in managing a team, alongside winning new business and providing strong high-level stewardship.
- You won’t be afraid to challenge the status quo
- You will be a confident communicator who can influence and negotiate at a high level and views feedback as an essential tool for development
- You will have previous financial experience in managing budgets and forecasting for income and expenditure
- You will understand the strengths and challenges of managing a geographically dispersed team
- You will have a strong local knowledge of the area and, using organisational data, will use this to inform plans and decisions

If you are passionate about community fundraising, team management and development, and want to be part of an ambitious and strong team environment...then we want to hear from you!
 
We are holding an information session about this role on Tuesday 5th November at 11.30am – if you would like to attend, or have any other questions, please email [email protected].

About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.

There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.

At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.
 
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.

We are delighted to be working with a charity that works towards a world where trans, non-binary and gender questioning people live healthy, safe and fulfilled lives to find a temporary, part time (14 hours per week) HR Officer to cover on a rolling weekly basis for up to 3 months. This is a fully remote position with access to their London office space (if required).

You will report to the Director of Central Support Services, but be task-managed for some elements by the Finance and Central Services Manager.

You will have an understanding and respect for trans individuals, communities and identities.

You will be responsible for supporting colleagues across a range of tasks & systems including DBS checks, sick leave, Access to Work, Occupational Health Assessments, Annual leave. You will also have experience of supporting with ER cases in a previous role.

Being first point of contact (via a new HR inbox) for HR enquiries across the organisation, from staff and line managers. You will offer support via video calls as required to help colleagues navigate systems/ deal with live situations.

You will also be supporting the planned migration to a new HRIS (Factorial) – including data entry from existing spreadsheets and liaising with staff to fill in any gaps/ chase missing paperwork.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a call to brief you on the role. We are looking forward to connecting with you.

Community Fundraiser North-East

Brain Tumour Research is looking for a Community Fundraiser to provide support, and to help our donors and supporters fundraise, building connections to ensure a lifetime relationship between the charity and individual.

Position: Community Fundraiser – North-East (Maternity Cover)
Location: Home based covering Yorkshire, Tyne and Wear, Northumberland, County Durham and Cleveland
Salary: Circa £28,500 per annum
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Fixed term, Maternity Cover
Benefits: Holiday entitlement, 25 days per annum, excluding UK Public Holidays, access to an Employee Assistance Programme and option to join our healthcare scheme.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who wants to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK.

As Community Fundraiser for the North-East, you will help deliver our strategic plans and objectives, by generating and growing income through community fundraising activities. Our community fundraisers also help raise awareness by engaging people with our work, and recruiting and supporting the fundraising of individuals, challenge event participants, our Fundraising Groups and Charity of the Year partnerships. 

About You

If you would like to join an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity, with a passion for finding a cure for brain tumours, then we would love to hear from you.

Do you have:

• Experience in community fundraising, donor management and stewardship
• Good communication skills, with the ability to converse sensitively and empathetically
• Excellent time management skills; able to work proactively unsupervised and use own initiative
• Experience working to and meeting targets
• A high level of empathy for our cause

About Brain Tumour Research

Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.

We are invested in our employees and are proud to be accredited by Investors in People.

Closing Date: 22nd November 2024
Interview Date: First Interviews w/c 25th November 2024

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Candidates may also have in experience in, or be looking for a career in: Fundraising, Donor Engagement, Community Events Coordinator, Public Relations, Trusts and Foundations, Fundraising Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Executive

No agencies please.

We’re looking for a creative storyteller to develop our presence across social media and manage engaging campaigns that create emotional connections and deliver results.

Hours: 21 hours per week
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 pro rata, depending on experience
Location: Remote working, with occasional travel for meetings

About The Flying Seagull Project

A unique team of artists, performers, play specialists and fun-devotees, we are dedicated to ensuring no childhood passes without proper play, big belly laughs and everyone feeling valuable. We work across the UK and internationally, reaching out and sharing circus, music, art, dance and play experiences with children and communities facing the harshest of crises due to poverty, war, isolation and illness.

We create safe spaces, either in our big top tent, or an empty car park or wherever we can take over a corner, to ensure that every child feels safe, seen and special. The locations we work in include refugee camps, orphanages, institutions, refuges, marginalised communities, hospices and community centres. What unites us is the energy, determination and commitment to creating genuine childhood joy for those starved of that basic right and making magical memories that can last forever.

Our medium-sized charity is led by CEO Ash Perrin, with five core staff and a team of highly experienced crew and volunteers. We also have hubs in the Netherlands and Norway. We are a dynamic and friendly organisation, dedicated to delivering a huge impact with limited resources and are looking for people who are driven and who share our mission.

The Role

This is an exciting and pivotal new role, with huge scope and freedom to increase our reach and promote our dynamic, unique charity in a direct and rewarding way.

Your first job will be to draft our Social Media and Creative Communications Plan, setting out the key opportunities, milestones and targets for the next few years.

You’ll be responsible for developing our brand presence across multiple social media platforms. You’ll manage authentic, highly-engaging campaigns that delight our community, creating emotional connections and delivering results.

An all-rounder with the ability to see social media and communication plans through from inception to delivery, you’ll be adept at creating and editing digital media as well as analysing their performance.

In this role you’ll work closely within our tight-knit team, reporting directly to the CEO.

Responsibilities

• Bring the brand to life on social media with compelling and consistently engaging creative communication.
• Draft and roll out a compelling Social Media and Creative Communications Plan.
• Set KPIs, work to targets, analyse and report on performance.
• Reacting quickly to opportunities and title deadlines, keeping pace with a dynamic agenda.
• Increase engagement for existing audiences while acquiring new followers.
• Lead the creation and delivery of email marketing to charity stakeholders and our wider community.
• Create and run a GTM calendar to plan and schedule posts and campaigns that support the brand strategy.
• Work with the Executive Director to design and deliver integrated digital fundraising campaigns.
• Provide support Social Media support to our Netherlands and Norway hubs as required.

The Ideal Candidate

Vibrant, boundary pushing, brave and creative, you will be adept and skilled at creating and managing exciting and engaging content across all social and digital channels.

A natural storyteller with fantastic ideas and drive to share the magic we bring, building unity and compassion with new and existing audiences, promoting our work and expanding our reach and reputation.

Skills

• Minimum three years’ demonstrable experience working in social media & creative comms.
• Adept at developing and executing social media & communication plans from inception to creation to delivery to analysis.
• Skilled with digital editing software (Adobe Suite) as well as in-app editing on social media platforms.
• Able to write good copy, edit photos and video and create social native content.
• Skilled with Adobe Suite and able to learn new software quickly.
• Up to date with the latest trends, developments and opportunities on social media that align with the brand.
• An eye for excellent content, design and copy, understanding brand nuances like tone, personality and visual identity.
• Self-sufficient executor with a can-do attitude in a challenging and evolving environment.
• Comfortable working to targets, managing KPIs and delivering to deadlines.
• Commitment to The Flying Seagull Project’s vision, mission and values.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or age.

How to apply

If you think this sounds like your ideal opportunity and you’d like to join our Seagull team as our new Social Media & Creative Communications Lead, please apply as soon as possible. We are considering applications on an ongoing basis as they are received, so don’t delay!

We will hold the first round of virtual interviews on 20th & 21st November 2024 for early applicants, with a potential second round of virtual interviews at a later date.

To apply, please send your cover letter (maximum two sides of A4) clearly stating how you meet the role requirements and skills and an up-to-date CV to Tania Skae. Thank you.

People living with Parkinson's value the services and opportunities Parkinson’s UK provides, delivered by committed and skilled colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations. Following an investment of 1.5 million we have the opportunity to build on the quality and reach of our community services. 

We’re looking for someone with experience of team administration, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate when required at all levels internally and externally to fulfil a critical role that underpins the work of the London team. 

About the role 

You’ll provide high quality admin support to the London team, coordinate, plan and prep key meetings, and provide first point contact for both internal and external stakeholders. Including working co-productively with people living with Parkinson’s.

As members of the Community Directorate we aim to reach out to and support people with Parkinson’s, their families, friends and carers.  We enable the voice of people affected by Parkinson’s to be heard to improve services, inform our priorities and improve decision making locally.

Through community development we work in close collaboration with our respective Parkinson’s communities to bring change on the issues that matter most to people affected by Parkinson’s

What you’ll do:

• Organise online and in-person, internal and external meetings and other events, including booking venues and refreshments, assisting with the production of materials, liaising with participants and speakers, fulfilling mailings and taking bookings as required
• Keep up to date with the directorate’s activities in order to provide clear, accurate information, and support the process of business performance and impact reporting 
• Respond to general enquiries in a timely and friendly  fashion, ensuring needs are met, and participate in working groups, meetings, local events or activities as required
• Maintain digital records on the charity’s data platforms

What you’ll bring:

• Excellent administration skills, including note-taking, presentation preparation and a positive, assertive and resilient approach to prioritising and juggling varying pressures and conflicting priorities 
• Experience in coordinating multiple projects simultaneously that meet the business requirements 
• Experience of developing and maintaining effective working relationships with all stakeholders 
• Experience of operating in a modern digital workplace, including using digital tools to work collaboratively and productively 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a range of audiences

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.

We are operating rolling recruitment for this vacancy and reviewing applications as they are received. We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we receive sufficient applications for the role, and will interview candidates on a continuous basis. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

We are committed to working with the principles of fairness and equality. All of our applications are anonymous until the interview stage, and we welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We actively encourage people with Parkinson's to apply.

Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Financial Controller

We are seeking a qualified / part-qualified accountant for an exciting Financial Controller position working with an important international charity

Position: Financial Controller

Location: Remote – may require some international travel

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience

Closing Date: 17th November 2024

Please note that candidates for this role must have the right to work in the UK, and will be asked to provide evidence of this, we are unable to sponsor people who do not currently have the right to work in the UK.

About the Role

Reporting to the Group Finance Director, this is a dynamic and varied role that involves working directly with country offices as well as with the Central Team.

The position may require some international travel. As this is a relatively small and close-knit organisation, the Financial Controller will be expected to have a flexible, practical, and ‘hands on’ approach to getting tasks completed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Financial Planning and Budgeting
• Book-keeping and Accounting
• Financial Reports
• Annual Statutory Audit
• Grants and Funds Management
• Payroll & Employee Benefits
• Bank / Cash Management
• Group Accounting Oversight

About You

Working on both charity and commercial finances, as Financial Controller you will be a resourceful and entrepreneurial problem solver with a strong attention detail and able to build positive and productive working relationships with a variety of different stakeholders.

Key skills required for this role:

Have excellent financial analysis and reporting skills, with ability to produce and present concise financial reports

• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Experience in managing and developing teams
• Recognised accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA) or part qualified and in final stages of completion
• Proven experience gained in the International NGO sector
• Experience of producing year end consolidated statutory accounts in Charity UK SORP format and managing year end audits in a complex, multi-site, international organization
• Experience of multi-currency accounting and grant accounting
• Extensive experience of financial processes, procedures and related systems
• Experience of leading a month end process, including preparation and presentation of monthly management a/cs
• Understanding of commercial accounting and Gift Aid
• Experience of using cloud-based accounting system software, preferably QuickBooks and/or Xero

About the Organisation

The employer is a British charity that was founded in 2006. They believe artisanal heritage matters and has the power to transform lives. The charity supports artisans to thrive and to revitalise traditions in regions of the world where artisanal heritage is endangered, and to connect people through heritage.

A fast-growing organisation with offices in Afghanistan, Myanmar, Saudi Arabia, and the Levant, and with over 400 international and local staff members worldwide. They combine a cultural heritage focus with a wide scope of activities.

You may have experience in areas such as: Group Financial Controller, Financial Controller/Senior Manager, Management Accountant, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, Accountant, Divisional Financial Controller, Chartered Accountant, Assistant Group Financial Controller etc.

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

Partnerships Manager - Corporate and Philanthropy

Working Location: Homebased, with some travel required
Discipline: Fundraising
Job type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £39,306 per annum
Expiry date: 12 Nov 2024 23:59

#Care to join us?

We are looking for a Partnerships Manager across Corporate and Philanthropy to join our friendly and welcoming team here at Hft. This is your chance to make a real difference to the lives of learning disabled people.

Hft is one of the largest charities in England and Wales supporting learning disabled adults to live their life their way. We’re passionate about what we do and use our unique understanding of the challenges facing the people we support to amplify their voices to bring about positive change.

Hft was founded more than 60 years ago by a group of pioneering families who wanted a better life for their learning disabled children. We have a clear vision, we’re ambitious and fully committed to positive change for those we support and the social care sector. We’ve embarked on a journey of transformation that will ensure we can meet changing needs and extend our reach and impact.

What will you be doing?

Working in the Fundraising team, the Partnership Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing and growing Hft’s philanthropy strategy with corporates and high net-worth individuals.

You will manage and develop high level relationships with new and existing donors. And play a key role within the fundraising team to increase income from high value prospects, donors and companies.

You will build personal relationships through understanding donor motivations, delivering tailored communications and creating a bespoke donor journey.

You will think strategically about how we identify opportunities to grow our income and develop strategic partnerships to raise significant funds to support our vital work.

This is a chance to be part of a new brand and strategy to help learning disabled adults live the best life possible.

We look forward to hearing from you!

What’s in it for you?

There are a range of benefits and career development opportunities at Hft. We’ll give you a comprehensive induction, full training, and lots of support along the way. ???????

With Investors in People and Skills for Care accreditation, we are committed to investing in you to ensure you have the specialist skills and expertise needed to support people to live the best life possible. As a ‘Gold’ standard Investors in People accredited employer, we are committed to supporting colleague wellbeing as a priority.

We offer:

- All Hft employees get access to the Telus Health – the world’s biggest 24/7 colleague counselling and support service. It is completely free for all colleagues to use in complete confidence, whenever and however they want to access it.
- Access to a range of discounts on your favourite brands through Telus Health
- Wagestream - allows colleagues to flexibly access their pay throughout the month and utilise a range of financial support, through its dedicated app
- Access to wellbeing services including Health checks, Digital GP and mental health support via Aviva Digicare + Workplace
- Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status
- 33 days holidays (including 8 bank holidays)
- A contributory pension scheme & life assurance
- Discounted mobile phone contracts with Vodaphone
- Long service awards - Hft offers a monetary award after 10 years of service
- Free DBS check

Find your place with us and change lives

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

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The role offers the chance to work across the financial functions and offers an experience through a breadth of finance work across the organisation making it a varied and a well-rounded role.

The Finance Officer is part of the Organisational Support and Development (OSD) team at the Tax Justice Network, which is led by the Director of OSD, and the role reports to the Head of Finance and Reporting. The OSD team leads and delivers on a range of operational services from finance management, risk management, project management, event management, human resources, IT systems and other enabling functions. The team is also responsible for fundraising for the organisation. This includes respond to calls for proposals, track funding opportunities and engage with donors regularly.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake the day-to-day bookkeeping including accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking payroll and general ledger maintenance
• Ensuring accuracy and integrity of all financial records and keeping a clear audit trail of all financial records
• Manage the staff payroll process including pension, HMRC and other related processes
• Manage the periodic payment runs and ensure that all payments are paid on time
• Supporting financial planning and reporting for project proposals, project reporting and management reports
• Support with project and year end audits schedules
• Assist in the preparation of accruals, prepayments and other journals
• Maintaining fixed asset register
• Provide guidance to team on internal financial processes and policies and assist with queries and escalating them as necessary
• Ensure organisational adherence to our internal and funder specific procurement policies
• Undertake other financial administration work and supporting the wider OSD team on team responsibilities and duties as required

Person specification

Skills and experience

Essential
• Holding or working towards a CCAB, CIMA or overseas equivalent qualification
• Hands on experience of working in a finance department of charities or not for profit organisations
• Experience of carrying out detailed reconciliations, and can demonstrate a keen eye for detail and a thorough and methodical approach in all work
• Strong IT skills with intermediate knowledge of Excel and cloud-based accounting software (preferably Xero)
• Ability to communicate effectively, accurately and succinctly in English, in writing and verbally
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Desirable
• Experience of producing financial reports for a range of purposes
• Experience of working with multi-currency transactions and cash holdings
• Experience of working with EU funded grants
• Experience of working with a variety of cloud-based platforms such as Airtable, Xero, SharePoint, Slack and Zoom

Attributes

Essential
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently with a high degree of initiative
• Flexible and able to manage a varied workload and deadlines
• Ability to deliver work of a high standard with excellent attention to detail
• Knowledge of UK and / or EU financial regulations
• Resourceful and flexible approach with a “can do, will do attitude” and willingness to learn and adapt

Desirable
• Passion for tax justice and international development issues
• Previous experience of grant management
• Use of electronic banking software

LOCATION - Remote with travel required across the UK

Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding new role in 2024? Apply for the Digital Content & Campaigns Manager role at homelessness charity Emmaus UK.

About Emmaus

Emmaus is a secular organisation supporting homeless and socially excluded people by providing a home for as it is needed, meaningful work in a social enterprise and a sense of belonging and community. There are currently 30 Emmaus communities in the UK stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales, collectively supporting more than 850 people. There are also 3 Emmaus groups working towards the development of services in their areas. We understand that a home is more than just a roof over your head; it’s somewhere to belong, where you feel part of a community, and that’s what Emmaus offers.

About the role

The newly-created role of Digital Content & Campaigns Manager will sit within the National Communications Team to support the delivery of key charity and federation-wide objectives.

As part of our mission to empower people affected by homelessness and poverty, the role will work to harness the potential of multimedia content to demonstrate the breadth of our activities and impact, but also raise the voices of people who have experienced homelessness

The role will be instrumental in the implementation of an evolved Emmaus brand language and visuals across websites, social media and other digital channels, and will work to embed measurement and monitoring processes to grow our reach.

Working with the National Communications Manager, the role will be central to the delivery of communications, fundraising and influence objectives with a strategic focus, while being hands-on in delivering standout content.

Who are we looking for?

Emmaus UK is looking for a team player who will lead our digital activities to shout louder about the transformative work of Emmaus UK and the wider Emmaus federation, by engaging existing audiences through powerful storytelling..

What we offer

· £37,878 pro rata (based on a standard working week of 37.5 hours)

· Working hours: 4 or 5 days a week, Monday to Friday

· Contract: Permanent

· Pension: Stakeholder pension with employer contribution

· Annual leave: 25 days + Bank Holidays + 3 concessionary days leave

· Training & development: Individually tailored induction. Ongoing training and development

· Volunteering: 2 days allowance each year

· Employee assistance: 24/7 employee assistance scheme is available

· Flexible working: Options available, subject to the requirements of the role

· Life assurance: Death in service lump sum of 3 x salary

To apply

To apply for the role, please complete our application form and equal opportunities monitoring form and email us by 9am on Friday 15 November 2024.

Please ensure you download the job pack and refer to the job description and person specification when completing your application form.

Those shortlisted will be invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams week commencing Monday 25 November.

If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email us.

Equal Opportunities

Emmaus UK provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. We are dedicated to an inclusive culture, and we strive to create a workplace where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristic, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together. We welcome applications from all individuals irrespective of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, marital status or parental responsibilities.

To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for our roles, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed so that shortlisting is based solely upon the suitability of the candidate’s experience.

Not your average job: This isn't a 9 to 5. You could play a significant part in rolling out trauma-informed support services nationwide. Make a real difference in the lives of those affected by road crashes. 

Location: To cover the West Midlands area including Staffordshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire 

Working pattern: Remote work with frequent travel required. You will be expected to deliver a face-to-face service to clients in their own home or safe meeting place within the West Midlands area. 

Deadline for applications: 3rd November 2024 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications)

Interviews to be conducted: Early November 

Start date in role: 6th January 2025 

Rare opportunity: Help those affected by road crashes and create lasting change with Brake, the renowned road safety charity. 

Who we are: Brake has been supporting victims of road carnage since 1995, and we're on a mission to prevent future collisions. Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on our roads, impacting lives profoundly. 

Join our team: We're expanding our National Road Victim Service and need a dedicated caseworker to join our dynamic, compassionate team. Your role will involve delivering world-class support services to those at their most vulnerable. 

What we offer: 

• A generous 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3-day shutdown period between Christmas and New Year)

• Birthday day off 

• Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave 

• Death in service benefit 

• Pension 

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• Flexible working 

• A rewarding role with purpose 

• Be part of a skilled, friendly team with an engaged Board of Trustees  

Who you are: We need passionate, self-starters with a background in providing high-quality emotional support and advocacy. Your experience in roles within the police, criminal justice, counselling, caseworker or health and social care sectors could make you an ideal candidate.

Specifically seeking candidates with: 

• frontline support service experience 

• a full, clean UK driving licence, access to your own transport and are willing to use it for work purposes (we reimburse travelling expenses) 

• experience supporting people who have suffered sudden bereavement or working with those with heightened vulnerabilities. 

• research and advocacy skills – you will reach out to other organisations to support your cases where required 

• competent IT skills for remote work 

Join our mission: Your greatest reward will be knowing you've made a positive difference in someone's recovery from psychological trauma. 

About us: Brake is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We welcome your application whatever your background or situation. We particularly welcome applications from those who are part of the global majority, the LGBTQIA+ community or disabled. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. So, if you have a passion for making a difference and share in our vision for a world where no one is killed on our roads, we would love to hear from you. 

Apply now: If you're up for a new challenge and have the skills, apply now. 

Not for traffic offenders: Due to the nature of our work we can't accept applications from traffic offenders. Candidates will be asked to disclose whether they have any unspent points on their licence at interview. 

A DBS check is required due to the sensitive nature of our service. 

Join us today and be part of the solution!  

Join Our Team: We're expanding our National Road Victim Service and need a dedicated Caseworker to join our dynamic, compassionate team. Your role will involve delivering remote world-class support services to those at their most vulnerable following a bereavement or serious injury due to a road crash.

Working pattern: Remote work with some travel required for training, team meetings etc.

Deadline for applications: 10th November 2024 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications) 

Interviews to be conducted: Mid November 

Start date in role: 6th January 2025

Who We Are: Brake has been supporting victims of road carnage since 1995, and we're on a mission to prevent future collisions. Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on our roads, impacting lives profoundly. 

Not Your Average Job: This isn't a 9 to 5. You could play a significant part in rolling out trauma-informed support services nationwide. Make a real difference in the lives of those affected by road traffic collisions. 

What We Offer: 

· A generous 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3-day shutdown period between Christmas and New Year) 

· Additional birthday day off 

· Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave 

· Death in service benefit 

· Pension 

· Employee Assistance Programme 

· Flexible working 

· Be part of a skilled, friendly team with an engaged Board of Trustees 

Who You Are: We need passionate, self-starters with a background in providing high-quality emotional support and advocacy. Your experience in roles like police, criminal justice, counselling, or health and social care could make you a perfect fit.

We are seeking candidates with:

Essential 

• frontline support service experience 

• experience supporting people who have suffered sudden bereavement or working with those with heightened vulnerabilities. 

• research and advocacy skills – you will reach out to other organisations to support your cases where required

• competent IT skills to work remotely 

Desirable 

• synergy with Brake’s cause 

• comprehensive understanding of the processes involved in the criminal justice system and coronial process

Join Our Mission: Your greatest reward will be knowing you've made a positive difference in someone's recovery from psychological trauma. 

About Us: Brake is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We welcome your application whatever your background or situation. We particularly welcome applications from those who are part of the global majority, the LGBTQIA+ community or disabled. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. So, if you have a passion for making a difference and share in our vision for a world where no one is killed on our roads, we would love to hear from you. 

Apply Now: If you're up for a new challenge and have the skills, apply now. 

Not for Traffic Offenders: Due to the nature of our work we can't accept applications from serious traffic offenders. Candidates will be asked to disclose whether they have any unspent points on their licence at interview. 

A DBS check is required due to the sensitive nature of our service. 

Join us today and be part of the solution!  

Rare opportunity: Help those affected by road crashes and create lasting change with Brake, the renowned road safety charity. 

Location: To cover the Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire area 

Working pattern: Remote work with frequent travel required. You will be expected to deliver a face-to-face service to clients in their own home or safe meeting place within the East Midlands area. 

Deadline for applications: 10th November 2024 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications)

Interviews to be conducted: Mid-November 

Start date in role: 6th January 2025 

Who we are: Brake has been supporting victims of road carnage since 1995, and we're on a mission to prevent future collisions. Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on our roads, impacting lives profoundly. 

Join our team: We're expanding our National Road Victim Service and need a dedicated caseworker to join our dynamic, compassionate team. Your role will involve delivering world-class support services to those at their most vulnerable. 

Not your average job: This isn't a 9 to 5. You could play a significant part in rolling out trauma-informed support services nationwide. Make a real difference in the lives of those affected by road crashes. 

What we offer: 

• A generous 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3-day shutdown period between Christmas and New Year, pro-rata for part-time working patterns) 

• Birthday day off 

• Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave 

• Death in service benefit 

• Pension 

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• Flexible working 

• A rewarding role with purpose 

• Be part of a skilled, friendly team with an engaged Board of Trustees  

Who you are: We need passionate, self-starters with a background in providing high-quality emotional support and advocacy. Your experience in roles within the police, criminal justice, counselling, caseworker or health and social care sectors could make you an ideal candidate.

Specifically seeking candidates with: 

• frontline support service experience 

• a full, clean UK driving licence, access to your own transport and are willing to use it for work purposes (we reimburse travelling expenses) 

• experience supporting people who have suffered sudden bereavement or working with those with heightened vulnerabilities. 

• research and advocacy skills – you will reach out to other organisations to support your cases where required 

• competent IT skills for remote work 

Join our mission: Your greatest reward will be knowing you've made a positive difference in someone's recovery from psychological trauma. 

About us: Brake is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We welcome your application whatever your background or situation. We particularly welcome applications from those who are part of the global majority, the LGBTQIA+ community or disabled. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. So, if you have a passion for making a difference and share in our vision for a world where no one is killed on our roads, we would love to hear from you. 

Apply now: If you're up for a new challenge and have the skills, apply now. 

Not for traffic offenders: Due to the nature of our work we can't accept applications from traffic offenders. Candidates will be asked to disclose whether they have any unspent points on their licence at interview. 

A DBS check is required due to the sensitive nature of our service. 

Join us today and be part of the solution!