Jobs in Slough

About the role

The aim of this newly created role is to lead organisational change on safeguarding and protection across Care4Calais. 

The Head of Safeguarding and Protection will provide strategic and operational leadership across all protection and safeguarding prevention, reporting and response initiatives to facilitate a values-led organisational culture of safety, non-discrimination, dignity and respect for all.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead and implement safeguarding and protection strategy across the whole organisation.

• Manage the incident management and referral process for safeguarding and protection incidents.

• Oversee the implementation of Care4Calais’ mental health and wellbeing initiatives.

• Develop and deliver training and resources on safeguarding and protection to grow capacity across the organisation.

• Attend and contribute meaningfully to team meetings.

• Develop and maintain a network of key contacts within relevant authorities, legal teams dealing with immigration and public law matters, and other NGOs focused on the support of refugees and people seeking asylum.

• Attend relevant external meetings, representing the organisation as needed, ensuring that knowledge and learning is shared across the department. 

• Complete relevant external training required to undertake the role. 

• Be prepared to travel to locations in UK and France where C4C staff are operating.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria:

• Significant experience of leading organisational change on safeguarding and protection initiatives in an international humanitarian context.

• Experience and knowledge of international safeguarding and protection standards and good practices, as well as legal and regulatory obligations applicable to charities registered in the UK and (desirable) France. 

• Experience of implementing safeguarding measures for children and adults at risk of harm. 

• Significant experience of incident management and investigations.

• Demonstrable experience of acting with integrity and moral courage in challenging circumstances.

• Understanding of, and commitment to, challenging intersectional power differentials that can contribute to an organisational culture with high safeguarding risks.

• Understanding of, and commitment to, survivor-centred, trauma-informed and rights-based approaches to safeguarding and protection.

• Experience of developing and delivering training on safeguarding and protection at all levels.

• Understanding and experience of safeguarding and protection issues related to volunteers including mental health and resilience.

• Resilience in the face of challenging and emotionally demanding situations, with a positive and solution-oriented mindset.

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.

• Meticulous attention to detail in documentation and case records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with protocols.

• A demonstrable understanding of confidentiality.

• Demonstrable commitment to Care4Calais’ values and mission.

Desirable

• Proficiency in one or more of the languages spoken within asylum seeking communities, such as, but not limited to: Arabic, Farsi, Pashto, Dari, Kurdish Sorani, Tigrinya, Amharic.

• Experience of working with asylum seekers, refugees, displaced people or for human rights-based organisations.

The successful applicant will be provided with the induction and training needed for them to succeed in the role. Care4Calais is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and recognises that this is invaluable to our ability to serve the communities we support. 

We therefore welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including from Black, Asian and Minority-Ethnic communities, people from refugee and migrant backgrounds, and people with lived experience of the UK immigration system. If you have any questions about this or need additional support with the application process for any reason, please contact us. 

Care4Calais is committed to safeguarding, so our selection process includes rigorous background checks and assessments to ensure post holders demonstrate attitudes and values that align with our commitment to an organisational culture that promotes safeguarding.

You will be joining a small but passionate team, full of positivity, energy and drive to succeed. We need someone who will be a part of our success, helping to achieve our new vision for the charity, to create lasting memories for all children and young people with a life limiting illness.

Rays of Sunshine exits to brighten the lives of seriously ill children aged three to 18 across the UK by granting magical wishes and providing ongoing support within the community. Our work creates a positive distraction, reduces isolation, improves self-esteem and creates precious memories and smiles.

In this role you will be responsible for working across corporate partnerships, major donors, trusts and foundations, with a prominent focus on developing our pipeline of prospects and relationships across corporate partnerships and major donors. The charity has a history of success in these areas and we would love to have someone join the team to build upon this success.

The ideal candidate will be driven and ambitious, with experience in one or more of the above areas but you must have significant experience in developing a pipeline and evidence of securing 5 and 6 figure partnerships or gifts.

With a new fundraising strategy and 3-year income growth plan, and support from the organisation where fundraising is embedded throughout, including a supportive board of Trustees and connectors, you will have plenty of opportunities to build relationships and to be a part of the future success.

Stoll is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Communications specialist to fill this new role at the organisation.  It is a great opportunity to join Stoll as we expand our work around communications and marketing both internally and externally. Working directly with the Director of Fundraising and Communications you will be joining an expanding Fundraising and Communications team.

About the role:

• To support Stoll’s brand and communications strategic objectives
• To react to media approaches and act as contact for journalists and media outlets
• To line manage the Fundraising and Communications Assistant
• To raise Stoll’s profile through focussed and agreed communications
• To support and implement a new Communications Strategy for Stoll
• To act as brand manager for all Stoll’s communication output including marketing collateral, social and digital media and service promotional materials.
• To work across all departments at Stoll, advising and supporting the production of new materials and content
• To support the communications aspect of Stoll’s policy work to try and end homelessness within the Veterans community.
• To support internal communications within the organisation.

Battersea has been here for dogs and cats for over 160 years, and the need for our services, expertise and impact for animals has never been greater. We provide expert care to dogs and cats who need us by rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals at our three centres across the Southeast by our c600 staff and 600 volunteers – we have cared for over 3 million vulnerable animals. We also share our knowledge and resources with animal rescue organisations around the world through our Academy and grant making Global Programmes, and campaign tirelessly to make things better for dogs and cats; sharing our expertise and educating the public and policymakers about responsible pet ownership. Our new organisational strategy means that we will help even more dogs and cats and their owners across the UK around the world.

This is a great opportunity to join us as our Head of Human Resources. This is a key role for us, working closely with the HR Director, Head of Learning & Organisational Development, Directors and senior colleagues across Battersea on the planning, implementation and embedding of Battersea’s People Strategy and providing strong and inspiring leadership to our HR team to ensure a proactive, values focused and valued HR function that is a key enabler of the strategic and operational priorities of Battersea. As an active and collaborative member of Battersea’s organisation-wide Senior Leadership Team you will provide expert insight, guidance and leadership on significant cross-organisational initiatives and you’ll be an active visible champion of D&I, engaging senior colleagues and staff at all levels to help us in our journey to become a truly diverse and inclusive organisation.

There has never been a better time to join us, helping us to achieve our ambitious new strategy to be here for every dog and cat.

Please note this is a full time post with 50% office presence as minimum.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 8th July 2024

Interview date(s): w/c 15th July 2024 (1st round); w/c 22nd July 2024 (2nd round)

For full details, please download the recruitment pack.

To apply, please head on over to the Morgan Law website.

Spurgeons is one of the UK's leading children's charities, firmly supported by Christian beliefs and values, helping to support vulnerable children and their families. We deliver projects to support children, young people, their families, and communities to find long-lasting solutions to the challenges they face. We are passionate about the work we do and need equally committed members on our team to help us achieve those goals.

ABOUT US

At Spurgeons, our Partnership and Development team isn't just about achieving goals; we're about doing it with flair, creativity, and a touch of innovation! Comprising fundraising and partnership development experts who are as dynamic as they are innovative, our team thrives on pushing boundaries and thinking outside the box to drive positive change. We're not your average team – we're a vibrant and energetic bunch who love what we do. From team-building activities to celebrating successes, we believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and inspired to do their best work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Embark on a meaningful journey with Spurgeons as our Research and Stewardship Lead, where you'll be instrumental in shaping our fundraising landscape and fostering profound connections with our supporters, ultimately transforming the lives of children, young people, and families. In this pivotal position, you'll dive deep into the world of philanthropy, meticulously researching potential donors, grant opportunities, and strategic partnerships. Through your keen insights and strategic acumen, you'll unearth invaluable opportunities that drive our fundraising efforts forward, enabling us to extend our reach and impact. But your impact won't stop there. You'll also champion the art of supporter engagement, crafting bespoke experiences that resonate deeply with each individual who interacts with Spurgeons. By nurturing these relationships with care and dedication, you'll ensure that every supporter feels valued, understood, and inspired to join us in our mission. Together, we'll forge a path towards a brighter future for those we serve, guided by our shared commitment to compassion, integrity, and unwavering dedication. Join us in making a tangible difference and building a community of support that transcends boundaries and transforms lives.

ABOUT YOU

Join us at Spurgeons as a Research and Stewardship Lead, where your extensive background in supporter engagement and relationship management will shine. With a proven track record in designing and executing successful supporter engagement strategies, your expertise will be crucial in crafting impactful campaigns. Leveraging your proficiency in CRM systems and Excel, you'll analyse data with precision, driving informed decisions to enhance supporter experiences. Your proactive approach to problem-solving and innovative thinking will fuel our efforts to innovate and adapt in a dynamic environment. With excellent communication skills and a strategic mindset, you'll collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and maximising impact. Your dedication to quality and results, coupled with a continuous learning mindset, will drive excellence in everything you do. Your experience in the charity sector and previous fundraising team roles will provide valuable insights into our work, while your strong understanding of data compliance and Office 365 integration will ensure efficient operations. As a conscientious and ambitious professional, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, embracing challenges and seizing opportunities for growth.

Join us in our mission to support vulnerable children, young people, and families, and make a meaningful impact every day.

BENEFITS

• Continuous professional development
• Regular support through supervision, appraisal & well-being initiatives
• In house learning platform
• Generous pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Healthcare cash plan
• Charity discount scheme

Closing date: 14/07/2024

Shortlisting date: 15/07/2024

Interview date: 29/07/2024

 We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people we serve. This post is subject to necessary safeguarding checks including an appropriate level DBS Disclosure. 

Spurgeons aim to be a Living Wage Employer. 

We actively encourage applications from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

Main Purpose of the Job

The Digital Enabler will work with the District Leadership Team and the Communications Officer to build the digital communications capacity of the District at every level, to facilitate effective participation by all members in the life of the church in the North West District, and to make use of new opportunities for mission and community-building in the digital sphere.

Key Responsibilities

1.Ensure that the District leadership is able to fulfil its responsibilities by ensuring there are reliable digital platforms for online, live-streamed and recorded meetings and events, for electronic dissemination of information (via web, social media and mailings), and audio and video recording and sharing..

2.Enable all members of churches in the District to have the opportunity for participation in District forums and events, and to receive information from their District and Circuits.

3.Co-operate with District and Circuit leaders, ministers and pioneers in the development of new forms of mission and church communities using a range of digital resources.

Key Tasks

Training and Support

1.Create a digital strategy for the District, identifying the essential resources and support needed to enable full participation at every level, and the opportunities for missional work in the online world.

2.Support the administration and governance of the District by facilitating online synods, committees and consultations.

3.Build a network of “digital champions” within Circuits and provide advice and support for local training and capacity building.

4.Devise and deliver online training courses for Circuits and churches.

5.Develop a “Digital Community of Practice” across the District, and linking where appropriate across the Connexion, which will envisage and create new ways of being and growing church in the digital age.

6.Work with safeguarding officers to raise awareness of digital safeguarding issues, and create usable information and guidelines for Circuits and churches.

Facilities and Resources

1.Work with the Communications Officer in building and maintaining the District’s online presence, including the website and social media.

2.Develop a range of digital tools and resources for the use of the District and its Circuits, and assist in their implementation. (These could include servicing local website and social media initiatives, plan-making and emailing applications.)

3.Collect and disseminate information on digital specialists in the District who can serve Circuits and churches. (This could include graphic designers, web and database programmers, audio-visual and streaming experts and others.)

Events and Online Communities

1.Provide technical support for online and live-streamed District events, including advertising, registration and ticketing, online and streaming facilities.

2.Work with the Mission Area Leads, Circuits and pioneers in implementing digital services, online communities and missional initiatives.

Personal Training and Growth

1.Maintain an awareness of changes in digital applications and resources, and consider how they can be used in the District.

2.Identify opportunities to expand knowledge and understanding, including by appropriate courses.

3.Reflect theologically on issues around faith in the digital world, and the opportunities for sharing the gospel by these means.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Westway Trust as an Adult Learning Tutor (ESOL), starting in September 2024. 

Westway Trust is a community-guided organisation located in North Kensington which runs an adult learning programme of accredited and non-accredited provision across a range of subjects. We aim to enable people to progress in work, in learning and in life.  Our learners come from a variety of backgrounds and have different prior experiences of learning.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced ESOL Tutor to design and deliver high quality learner-centered teaching and assessment experiences to our adult learners from pre-entry level up to level 1, whilst supporting the Adult and Community Learning Manager to achieve the Trust’s strategic objectives.

This is a sessional term-time role.  Working hours will be discussed and agreed at the interview stage.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

Teaching

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality teaching and learning sessions, workshops, and tutorials in line with the curriculum requirements and the needs of individual learners, ensuring learning objectives are met.
• Assess learners’ abilities and identify areas for improvement, tailoring teaching and learning methods and resources accordingly.
• Develop and deliver consistently engaging and interactive sessions, utilising a variety of teaching techniques and materials to enhance learners’ understanding and engagement with the subject/topic.
• Set and mark assignments, tests, and examinations, providing constructive feedback to learners to support their learning and improvement.
• Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, actively promoting learner participation, motivation, and confidence in professional development.

Administration

• To identify materials and equipment/resource needs to assist the provision of teaching and learning by students.
• Maintaining up to date course files and submitting accurate data on attendance and achievement within agreed deadlines.
• Preparing groups of learners for accredited assessment (exam or portfolio) & non-accredited assessment (RARPA), marking assessments and taking part in internal moderation and/or consultation meetings with appropriate Trust staff.
• Providing feedback on appropriate documentation for example observation, IQA reports etc.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Essential

• Proven successful track record of planning and delivering high quality teaching of accredited and non-accredited provision in a relevant subject and at appropriate level(s).
• Experience of teaching adult learners of mixed abilities and an understanding of appropriate teaching strategies in a similar role.
• Experience of devising course outlines and schemes of work.
• Experience of assessing and recording progress, both in accredited and non-accredited learning and supporting learners.
• Knowledge and experience of working with a variety of exam boards.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and the ability to work as part of a highly collaborative team.

Desirable

• Understanding of the RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement in non-accredited learning) system.
• Experience of working/teaching refugees and or asylum seekers.
• The ability to speak another language.

Qualifications:

Essential

• Hold a recognised teaching qualification such as CELTA, DELTA or TESOL or
• A full teaching qualification for working in adult learning (DTLLS, PGCE or DET)
• A minimum GCSE English Grade C or equivalent

Benefits of working with us:

• Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington
• Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free eye test voucher
• Investor in People (IiP) employer

The application deadline is Sunday 14 July 2024 when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early (an early application is strongly recommended)

Role purpose

Compass is a service designed to support adults (18 years and over) in H&F and Hounslow. The service provides support with welfare benefits, debt, housing and well-being/peer support groups/workshops.

The role of the Information and Advice Worker will be to provide advice, guidance and customer representation to H&F and Hounslow residents living with mental health problems. Advice issues may include, housing, benefits, council tax, debt, signposting etc.

The successful candidate will deliver support to enquirers and manage a caseload of individuals as agreed with the project manager. In addition to advice casework, the Advice Worker will also be expected to assist onboarding referrals to the service when needed.

The successful candidate will be required to work alongside other caseworkers and volunteers supporting on the project and report to the project manager.

The Advice Worker will be required to work within the Advice Quality Standard framework (AQS), and adhere to Mind’s policies and procedures.

Due to the nature of the work, if successful, you will need to have an up-to-date DBS check completed prior to undertaking unsupervised client work.  

Place of work

The Advice Worker will be required to work both from home and the Ealing, H&F and Hounslow office when necessary, alongside work in the community.

Key Responsibilities
See attached job description for full list of responsibilities

• Deliver support to enquirers and manage a caseload of individuals as agreed with the project manager.
• Deliver monthly wellbeing peer support groups/workshops.
• Provide advice and information relating to all welfare benefits, including assisting clients with form filling and contacting agencies such as the Department for Work & Pensions on their behalf.
• Provide housing advice
• Provide general money and debt management advice
• Provide information on employment opportunities and training support for clients.
• Signpost to other relevant services in the boroughs, or further afield.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

• Substantial experience of delivering advice in a similar position, preferably to individuals with mental health needs
• Knowledge and understanding of mental health problems, and mental health services
• Experience of delivering advice, information and customer representation
• Experience of managing complex cases
• Experience of working with multiple agencies
• Experience of delivering desired outcomes in a timely manner
• Up to date knowledge and experience of safeguarding adults
• Understanding of the importance of monitoring and evaluation, and the ability to keep records
  
  
  

Skills and Abilities

See attached job description for full list of skills & abilities

• Relevant and up to date knowledge of welfare benefits, housing and social care.
• Facilitate and deliver peer support groups for longer term improved wellbeing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person on a one-to-one basis and with groups, as well as over the telephone and in writing
• Excellent listening skills

Westway Trust is a community-guided organisation located in North Kensington which runs an adult learning programme of accredited and non-accredited provision across a range of subjects. We aim to enable people to progress in work, in learning and in life. Our learners come from a variety of backgrounds and have different prior experiences of learning. 

The primary responsibility of the Digital Skills Tutor will be to design and deliver high quality, learner-centred teaching, and learning and assessment experiences to our employed and unemployed adult learners from Entry level to Level 1, while supporting the Adult and Community Learning Manager to achieve the Trust’s strategic objectives.

This is a sessional hours role. The working hours will be discussed and agreed at interview stage.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

Teaching

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality teaching and learning sessions, workshops, and tutorials in line with the curriculum requirements and the needs of individual learners, ensuring learning objectives are met
• Assess learners’ abilities and identify areas for improvement, tailoring teaching and learning methods and resources accordingly
• Rigorously monitor and track learners’ progress, providing regular feedback and implementing strategies to address areas of weakness or underperformance
• Set and mark assignments, tests, and examinations, providing constructive feedback to learners to support their learning and improvement
• Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, actively promoting learner participation, motivation, and confidence in professional development
• Maintain accurate records of learners' attendance, progress, and assessment outcomes, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal requirements

Administration

• To carry out and keep records of initial and diagnostic assessments, identifying areas for improvement, tailoring teaching and learning methods and resources accordingly
• To identify materials and equipment/resource needs to assist the provision of teaching and learning by students
• To develop differentiated Individual Learning Plans with students, monitor and track learners’ progress, providing regular feedback and strategically addressing areas of weakness Maintaining up to date course files and submitting accurate data on attendance and achievement within agreed deadlines
• Preparing groups of learners for accredited assessment (exam or portfolio) & non-accredited assessment (RARPA), marking assessments and taking part in internal moderation and/or consultation meetings with appropriate Trust staff

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Essential

• Practical work experience as an ICT Tutor, demonstrating hands-on knowledge and skills applicable to real-world scenarios
• Experience of teaching adult learners and an understanding of appropriate teaching strategies in a similar role
• Experience of devising course outlines and schemes of work
• Experience of managing mixed groups of learners
• Knowledge and experience of working with a variety of exam boards
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and the ability to work as part of a highly collaborative team

Desirable

• Understanding of the RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement in non-accredited learning) system
• Experience of working/teaching refugees and or asylum seekers
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to impart essential knowledge to students
• The ability to speak a community language

Qualifications:

Essential

• Level 3 or above subject specialism qualification, such as IT User Skills, 
• A full teaching qualification for working in adult learning (DTLLS, PGCE or DET)

Benefits of working with us:

• Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington
• Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free eye test voucher
• Investor in People (IiP) employer

The application deadline is Sunday 14 July 2024 when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early (an early application is strongly recommended)

About MSI

MSI Reproductive Choices is one of the world’s leading providers of sexual and reproductive healthcare. We believe that everyone should have the right to choose. From contraception to safe abortion and life-saving post-abortion care, we are committed to delivering compassionate, affordable, high-quality services for all.

Today, our organisation has over 9,000 team members working in 37 countries across the world. Our success lies in the fact that MSI teams are locally led, entrepreneurial and results-driven, and are passionate about delivering high quality, client-centred care in their own communities. As a social business, we focus on sustainable delivery, efficiency, and funding models that are built to last, so that the women and girls we serve today will have a choice in the future too.

We know that access to reproductive choice is life changing. For some, it can mean the ability to complete an education or start a career. For others, it means being able to look after the family they already have. For everyone, it means the freedom to decide their own future, creating a fairer, more equal world.

About the Role

You will line manage Regional Financial Managers, to ensure high quality, disciplined and supportive financial structure is in place to support all programmes under MSI Africa. You will also be responsible for managing the Regional Finance Teams and coordinating with the Senior Africa, Director and Africa, Director Deputy to ensure strong financial oversight of country programmes. Moreover, you will develop and implement the necessary strategy to ensure standardization, simplification and compliance across MSI Africa operations.

Working closely with the MSI Senior Director, Africa you will have significant internal and external facing responsibilities ranging from ensuring compliance with MSI’s financial internal standards to representing MSI financial systems vis-a-via donors and strategic stakeholders.

About You

We recruit talented, dynamic people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, all united by a belief in our mission and a focus on delivering measurable results. We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a fully inclusive workplace, where everyone feels able to participate and contribute meaningfully. You must be open-minded, curious, resilient, and solutions-oriented, and committed to promoting equality, and safeguarding the welfare of team members and clients alike.

To perform this role, it is essential that you have the following skills:

• Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead, motivate and guide finance leadership across the continent and in regional support structure.
• SUN accounts (ideally), Vision XL and Excel skills
• Highly motivated with the ability to motivate and develop the skills of the team and inspire individuals and teams through situational leadership and by providing clear direction

To perform this role, it is essential that you have the following experience:

• 5 – 10 years proven experience of financial leadership within a complex, multi-regional business
• Experience of developing and successfully implementing different financial strategies, with demonstrable push to implement a standardization and simplification across a complex business.
• Experience of communicating a range of complex issues with the ability to convey an inspiring vision.
• An understanding of major policies/ issues that arise when implementing in Africa, strong knowledge of good business practices
• An international mind-set, with an understanding of social businesses, together with an appreciation for cultural differences
• Experience in working with social business preferably in a developing country.
• Experience in producing, delivering and presenting meaningful financial analysis and recommend appropriate actions to enhance organizational performance
• Experience in initiating, developing and maintaining relationships with their staff, peers and external stakeholders at a senior level
• Knowledge and experience of the region
• Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including with people who do not have a background in finance

Formal education/qualification

• Qualified accountant
• Degree-educated or equivalent
• Relevant post-graduate qualification e.g. MBA, MSc, MA (desirable)
• Knowledge of English (Required)
• French language knowledge preferred but not essential

Personal Attributes:

We seek exceptional individuals who are aligned to MSI’s mission and entrepreneurial mindset. You must be a strong communicator, self-motivated and solutions-seeking, committed to driving social change in an environment that measures sustainable results and impact at an individual and global level. You must be able to work effectively with and across diverse teams and be comfortable with ambiguity. 

For this role, we’re looking for an individual who is:

• Energetic, driven and an unwavering commitment for MSI’s mission, with the ability to push boundaries, and make tough decisions and challenge others in line with our mission
• Passionate about system and process improvements to consistently meet and exceed expectations, putting the clients at the centre of everything, and ensuring we deliver high quality, high impact services that meet their individual needs
• Able to work as part of a team, providing support and flexibility to colleagues, demonstrating fairness, understanding and respect for all people and cultures
• Commercially minded, understands the levers for profitability for success within the marketplace. Focuses on results, ensuring long term sustainability and increased impact
• Takes accountability for the decisions made and the behaviours demonstrated
• Aware of the emerging developments within our sector, with the ability to focus and articulate a vision of the future which inspires and excites others, while understanding the detail and looking for the evidence
• Highest levels of integrity, and a strong ethical sense
• Able to travel throughout Africa and international

Please click here to see the job description on our website. 

Location: London Support Office (hybrid working, a minimum of two office days per week) or where any MSI country programme operates.

Full-time: 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday (For UK based team members, for other locations the hours will be in line with national labour regulations)

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: £66,200 - £86,700 per annum for UK based candidates. Discretionary bonus + benefits. For all other locations, the salary will be banded within the national context.

Salary band: BG 12

Closing date: 9th July 2024 (midnight GMT+1). Interviews may take place before this date for exceptional candidates.

For internal employees applying from an MSI country programme, the role will be positioned within the existing salary structure of the country. Local terms and conditions of the country will apply. 

Do you have the skills and qualities needed to provide horticultural and garden based therapy to adults with a range of complex support needs at our sites across south west London.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced horticulturalist/gardener to join our team based at the Stud Community Garden and Nursery in Richmond.

As a values based employer we will expect you to shape your work and responsibilities around the charitys key values of  partnership, independence, empowerment, sustainability, professionalism and recognition.

You will have a clear sense of the benefits that garden based therapy can provide to someone with complex needs. And will bring with you a commitment to enhancing the experience of those referred into or using our services on the basis of the individual preferences, strengths and skills.

As the post holder you will:

• Provide those using our services with a person centred approach that maximises the impact of our horticultural support resources on their knowledge and abilities.
• Deliver interventions that apply horticulture as both a therapeutic and sensory development tool
• Work as part of a team to prepare and deliver garden-based activities at both our community garden and our day based services in Wandsworth
• Maintain and care for our community garden and other operating environments with garden maintenance and client based support needs.

About the Project: 

Another Way is a bespoke project that specifically targets young people between the ages of 14 and 21 who are involved in or affected by criminal exploitation/or serious youth violence and those who are at serious risk of becoming involved. The key deliverable is the late-night sessions from 9pm to 12am+ where we provide a safe space at a time when young people are typically at most risk. The service provides young people with a platform to build positive relationships, engage in a range of positive activities, cook and eat together and access educational and employment pathways.

About Us: 

The Harrow Club is a community-based youth organisation committed to offering innovative, accessible, and high-quality opportunities that enable young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to maximise their life chances. 

 Job Purpose/Main Tasks: 

▪ You will be responsible for managing and developing our suite of programs aimed at reducing youth violence where we operate. 

▪ You will lead a team who will engage individuals at risk through a late-night safe-space provision, detached street work and other interventions alongside referral routes created with other agencies. 

▪ You will be responsible for managing this high-risk project as safely as possible working closely with, and supported by, the leadership team. 

▪ You are able to build relationships with other local partners and community services to gain knowledge of target areas. 

▪ You are able to attend external meetings and stakeholder events to promote the work of the programme and foster opportunities for collaboration and further development. 

▪ You will provide regular updates from the program for both internal and external audiences. Regular meetings will take place with key keyholders such as the police, gang units, community teams and others. 

▪ You will be responsible for the recording, monitoring and evaluation of the work within the prescribed framework. 

▪ You will coordinate and undertake training, team meetings, supervision and staff appraisals. 

▪ Other duties commensurate with the post and the needs of the organisation. 

▪ - Serve as an integral member of the safeguarding team, ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals. 

▪ - Assist in the development and implementation of safeguarding policies, procedures, and practices, aligning with local regulations and best practices. 

▪ - Stay informed on current safeguarding issues and trends, providing training and guidance to staff and volunteers on safeguarding protocols. 

Required Qualification and Experience: 

• An enhanced DBS check is required for this role to ensure the safety and protection of all young individuals in our care. 
• Strong and verifiable track-record of working with challenging and vulnerable young people. 
• Strong and verifiable track-record of project managing high impact programmes. 
• Strong and verifiable track-record of managing delivery teams successfully. 
• Experience of community outreach working in a similar setting. 
• Full UK Driving License. 

Desirable qualifications and Experience: 

• Mini-bus Driver’s Licence (MiDAS etc.). 
• Educated to Degree Level. 
• An awareness of current issues affecting the local communities in London. 

Experience, Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

▪ Ability to work effectively with young people. 

▪ Experience of working with young people who might be difficult to engage and demonstrate challenging behaviour. 

▪ Effective communication skills particularly with young people but also with colleagues. 

▪ Good interpersonal and teamworking skills. 

▪ Ability to record, monitor and evaluate your work. 

▪ Able to work well with confidential material and sensitive situations. 

▪ Have an imaginative and enthusiastic approach. 

▪ Reliable and conscientious approach to the work. 

▪ Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement. 

▪ Have a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised. 

▪ Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments. 

▪ Is confident with high levels of self-esteem. 

▪ Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication. 

▪ Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can-do attitude. 

▪ Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour. 

The role of Dose of Nature’s Development Manager is a permanent, high-level role which will continue to evolve as the work of Dose of Nature grows over the coming years. The post involves creating and implementing a fundraising strategy, supporting the Chief Executive with financial planning, and providing clear long-term direction to income generation.

The Development Manager will work directly with the Chief Executive to devise a long-term development strategy, identify and secure funding partners, and produce relevant and compelling funding proposals. Currently the main sources of funding are from trust and foundation grants and local council health care grants. Going forward the Development Manager will grow the funding stream from trusts and foundations and look to solidify the donations from locals. As the charity develops there will also be opportunities of securing funding from the corporate sector, helping to secure Dose of Nature’s future.

The role requires a focused and detail-oriented mindset, entrepreneurial flair, business development experience, excellent written communication and interpersonal skills, good time management and the ability to juggle several complicated tasks at once. It provides a fantastic opportunity for someone with a “can-do” attitude, someone who is passionate about supporting the aims of Dose of Nature and also who wants the freedom to make this role their own.

As with any small charity we hope to find someone who is multi-faceted in terms of their fundraising skill set, and within this, without being a communications specialist, we anticipate that the Development Manager will have experience of charity communications (although this is not the main focus of the role). Ideally the Development Manager will be able to help with creating a communications strategy, support communication tools such as newsletters and social media, and identify any opportunities that may help Dose of Nature grow.

Dose of Nature has an annual turnover of approximately £400,000, of which 75% is currently raised from trust and foundation grants along with donations from individuals. The Development Manager will be responsible for maintaining this income and also securing significant new funding during 2024-25. With a good network of local support, the Development Manager will have the advantage of having a database of supporters to work with and there is the potential to create an individual appeal or giving scheme. Currently the Chief Executive makes all funding applications to trusts and foundations and these relationships will be passed on to the Development Manager who will be expected to nurture these and secure grants from new sources.

Please see job descirption document for full details.

It Gets Better UK envisions a world where all LGBTQ+ youth are free to live equally and know their worthiness and power as individuals. We strive to tell the stories of LGBTQ+ people and to provide positive and reassuring messages to LGBTQ+
youth.

The It Gets Better Project was founded in 2010 in America. Since then, affiliated charities have been formed in 20 different countries with It Gets Better UK having formally launched in October 2018.

As we continue to grow and scale our activity, and move from being a volunteer-led organisation to a small core staff team, we are now looking for a passionate CEO.

As the CEO, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction to the organisation. Your primary focus will be on expanding and growing the charity,amplifying our impact, and ensuring the sustainability of our work. You will work
closely with the trustees to develop and implement long-term strategies, while also overseeing day-to-day operations.

Key responsibilities:

Strategic Development
1. Deliver the strategic plans to expand the reach and impact of the charity, including continuous review and improvement
2. Work with the Board of Trustees and staff to develop and implement identified priorities to deliver effectiveness and growth for the organisation.
3. Foster internal and external commitment to the vision and mission and instil the values of the organisation in all its initiatives.
4. Embed measurement of social impact across all aspects of the organisation.
Finances and Fund development
5. Lead fundraising efforts to secure funding for existing programs and future growth.
6. Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders to advance the organisation's mission.
7. Ensure that the organisation operates with financial efficiency and accountability.

Governance
8. Advise Board of Trustees to discharge their duties effectively, including developing agenda and preparing information and/or reports for Board meetings, making recommendations, maintaining records of meetings and decisions, undertaking strategic planning, assisting in Trustee recruitment, facilitating risk management
9. Ensure legal, statutory and regulatory compliance and appropriate accreditation

Leadership and management
10. Provide visionary leadership to inspire and motivate staff, volunteers, and supporters.
11. Oversee the development and implementation of programs and initiatives that meet the needs of the charity.
12. Oversee all human resources topics and manage and develop all paid staff

Communications and Public Relations
13. Represent the charity in public forums, conferences, and media appearances to raise awareness and advocacy
14. Manage relationships with social media agencies and/or freelancers and provide strategic communication oversight.
15. Establish strategic partnerships

EDI
16. Foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and belonging within the organisation and its community.

Requirements:

Job Title: CEO - LGBTQ+ Youth Charity
Location: Flexible/Remote
About Us: We are a small, dynamic LGBTQ+ youth charity dedicated to inspiring, empowering, and uplifting LGBTQ+ youth. Our mission is to create a supportive and inclusive environment where young individuals can thrive, regardless of their sexual
orientation or gender identity. Building on recent successes, we are now seeking a passionate and driven CEO to lead our organisation to new heights.
Job Description: As the CEO of our LGBTQ+ youth charity, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction to the organisation. Your primary focus will be on expanding and growing the charity, amplifying our impact, and
ensuring the sustainability of our programs. You will work closely with the Board of Directors to develop and implement long-term strategies, while also overseeing day-to-day operations.

Person Specification:
1. Proven leadership experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector or LGBTQ+ advocacy.
2. Strong understanding of the issues facing LGBTQ+ youth and a passion for supporting their well-being.
3. Strong operational experience of managing a charity’s finances, reporting and requirements.
4. Demonstrated track record of successful fundraising and donor relations.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences.
6. Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into action and drive results.
7. Collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with a commitment to fostering a positive work culture.

Benefits:
● Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the LGBTQ+ community across the UK.
● Gain valuable experience in volunteer management and event coordination within a charitable organisation.
● Work in a supportive and inclusive environment with a team passionate about making a difference.

We want to ensure that people are able to fully engage with our mission. Innovative thinking is at the heart of this and we are looking for dynamic individuals who will help shape the future and support the delivery of the organisation. 

It Gets Better UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of those who engage with us, and this is a responsibility shared by our staff and volunteers. The successful candidate will be subject to reference requests and will be required to pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and a culture that actively values difference. We aim to be an inclusive employer, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We welcome applications from all
suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

If you need any adjustments to our recruitment process to enable you to apply, please contact us. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to ensure that all applicants have a fair opportunity throughout the recruitment process.