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We are recruiting a new Policy Campaigns Manager to develop and lead our campaigns function at ARUK. The Policy Campaigns Manager will report to the Senior Public Affairs and Campaigns Manager.

In this role you will be joining a friendly and fast-moving Policy and Public Affairs team, with the scope to grow both the function and your role within ARUK. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to develop campaigns and identify opportunities to mobilise our supporters and drive influence and impact for and with people affected by dementia.

You will lead the development of the campaigns function for ARUK, building on existing initiatives, championing best practice in campaigns and building our reach and engagement. You will also be responsible for working across a range of functions including our policy, research, communications, digital, brand and volunteering teams.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Build on our campaign development processes to identify and create new campaigns that deliver change in dementia research and for people affected by dementia

· Work with colleagues across research, policy and public affairs teams to develop and deliver successful campaigns that mobilise people affected by dementia and our supporters to influence decision makers and change policy and practice

· Work with the policy managers to ensure that our campaigns align with our strategic priorities and theories of change

· Work closely with public affairs colleagues to plan campaign actions that align with key political influencing moments e.g. Budget; Spending Review; King’s speech; General Elections

Develop and deliver our campaign communications to grow the reach, influence and impact of our campaigns

· Lead the development and growth of our campaigner network, building supporter journeys, and producing compelling and creative campaigner communications across email, social media and other channels

· Work with colleagues across CRM and digital to improve data management, delivering regular reporting on campaign actions and use this data to enhance the campaigner experience and empower more people to take action.

· Work with colleagues in fundraising to build campaigning expertise and experience with local ARUK supporters and improve our reach with MPs in their constituencies

Involve people affected by dementia in campaigns development and delivery

· Identify case studies and campaign supporters who can advocate for change

· Provide training and ongoing support to case studies and campaign supporters to empower them to take part in our campaigns

· Develop systems and processes to ensure that the voice of people affected by dementia is at the heart of our campaigns

Research, insight and continuous improvement

· Provide expert advice across the charity on campaigning, taking an open, flexible and innovative approach

· Develop mechanisms to keep abreast of best practice in campaigns and any legal or regulatory issues specifically around mental capacity and consent, data protection and lobbying etc

· Embed a campaigning culture across the organisation by being an ambassador for the benefits of campaigning and working with colleagues to showcase the opportunities and impact of our work.

Other duties

· Ensure accurate record keeping

· Undertake any other relevant duties and projects as require and in line with the responsibilities of the post

What we are looking for:

· Experience of delivering successful national campaigns

· Experience of building fruitful relationships with colleagues across organisations

· Experience of developing impactful campaign strategies with clear policy rationale and creative tactics

· Experience of writing compelling campaign communications

· Experience of delivering campaigns training

· Experience of working with campaigners

· Experience using CRM databases such as Raiser’s Edge and Salesforce and handling sensitive personal data

· Leadership experience at a management level

· Confidence working with computers – good knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook

· Excellent personal communication, presentation and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels

· Ability to manage resources effectively and efficiently

· Ability to write professionally, with an ability to adapt communications for different audiences 

· Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

· Good organisational and project management skills and the ability to prioritise workload

· Strong negotiation skills

· Naturally collaborative with ability to develop strong relationships with colleagues

· High level of empathy, compassion and understanding of dementia 

· Professional and hard-working team player

· Confident, enthusiastic and able to remain calm under pressure

Additional Information:

Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £44,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 20th October 2024, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 28th October 2024. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, your CV will be anonymised. Please however note we are unable to anonymise the application question which you are required to complete. When answering this question please remove any personal information, including your name. All questions answered as part of your application are also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. The hiring panel will only be made aware of your name and address once you are invited for an interview. Should you need any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, then please contact us at via our website. 

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2022, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement and were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

• 48th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

• 19th in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

• 3rd in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.

In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.

In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge. 

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK

Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our HR team for a HR Manager role. As the HR Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering proactive and responsive HR support across the entire employee lifecycle to support the organisation.

We have a friendly and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our hybrid approach which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role.

Interview(s) date: W/C 28th October 2024

Package

What we can offer you:

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,600 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments)
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working (not applicable to roles with fixed shift patterns)
• 2 Days TOIL in recognition of fixed shift patterns (pro-rata for part-time)
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life
• Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

Main Responsibilities

The HR Manager will play a key role in delivering an effective HR service. You will provide support on all aspects of the employment relationship including recruitment, payroll, pay and benefits, employee relations and employee development. You will work closely with the Head of HR to coach and support managers across the organisation.

Please refer to the job description for further information.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate should have strong operational HR experience across all aspects of the employee lifecycle. You should be flexible and adaptable with strong communication skills with the ability to coach and support managers.

Reporting to: West Africa Regional Finance Manager  
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week 
Principal Location: Monrovia, Liberia, with frequent travel to regional office / project sites. 
Time Frame: 18 months renewable contract envisaged  
Salary: $40-50k per annum, dependant on experience 

Background:

Street Child believes every child deserves to go to school and learn. Our projects focus on education, child protection, and livelihood support to address the social, economic, and structural issues underpinning today’s education crisis. We partner with local organizations and communities to deliver our locally rooted programs. We use evidence to drive learning and the refinement and scale-up of programs to create maximum impact for most children at the lowest cost. We pride ourselves on being willing to go to the world’s most challenging places where others won’t, including remote, hard-to-reach areas and fragile, disaster-affected states across sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Since 2008 we have helped over 1 million children go to school and learn and supported over 50,000 families to set up businesses to afford the cost of educating their children. 

Part 1: Role Purpose: 

The purpose of this role is to lead improvements in the financial management of Street Child’s partner, Street Child of Liberia (SCoL), a national education and child protection organisation with nationwide presence and annual budget of up to $1m. The role holder will also manage Street Child’s financial reporting and compliance requirements in delivering programmes in Liberia. 

The role will report to Street Child’s West Africa Regional Finance Manager, with oversight of Street Child of Liberia’s finance team, and a close working relationship with SCoL SMT, Street Child’s Freetown based Head of Sierra Leone / Liberia Programmes and Monrovia based Programmes Officer.

The role provides financial oversight of programmes in Liberia, facilitating accurate and timely donor reporting, strong budget management and excellent record keeping. Key aspects of this role include: improve financial management and reporting systems; ensure a strong control environment and maintain strong record keeping; empower programmes and leadership teams to have strong financial management and grant management capabilities. The role also serves as a link between Street Child of Liberia and Street Child UK, delivering monthly requisitions, annual budget information and other information as required, with scope to extend support across Street Child’s regional programmes portfolio as required. 

Part 2: Key Responsibilities: 

1) Ensure robust financial management and reporting systems to facilitate accurate donor reporting, strong budget management and transparency for budgeting (40%) 

• Ensure that all staff are using the QuickBooks finance system in place at Street Child of Liberia to provide accurate and timely recording of transactions – providing training, review, support and direct input as needed. 

• Ensure that all month end processes are carried out in a timely manner including month end closure processes, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and generating reports 

• Providing reliable donor reports, Budget vs Actual reports to the Director and Programmes staff to facilitate good planning and anticipation of any changes needed to programmes delivery. 

• Ensure that donor expenditure is recorded accurately and finance reports are of high quality with full supporting transaction listings reconciled to the finance system and delivered to deadlines in accordance donor requirements. Report on all costs incurred both at Street Child of Liberia and Street Child HQ. 

• Preparation of all donor reports, working with Partner Finance team and programmes staff as needed to ensure that they are delivered on time and with appropriate sign off. 

• Support donor due diligence and donor audits by provision of information required. 

• Provide input as necessary for all donor budget proposals, ensuring that costs requested are complete and reasonable seek approval for all donor proposal budgets before they are submitted to donors 

• Facilitate the year end audit, over-setting the end to end of the annual audit process. 

2) Strengthening the control environment and record keeping (30%) 

• Review and assess the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend changes and improvements as required , and review any improvements in internal controls recommended by auditors or donors. 

• Work with colleagues to devise a delivery plan to ensure that improvements are met, and support the delivery of that plan. 

• Strong financial procedures are in place to accompany all payments and improvements are made to the payments system including in particular justifying the use of cash and advances. 

• Ensure appropriate bank & cash management procedures are in place and operating effectively, including bank reconciliations for all accounts, cash counts and cash transfers to field sites. 

• Ensure robust procurement processes are in place and being followed, working with the procurement team to make any changes needed and ensure that all staff are clear on the required procurement process. 

• Developing Financial management tools, including policies and procedures as required. 

• Ensure that monthly requisitions (the process for requesting monthly transfers from HQ) are robust, evidence based and submitted on time each month. 

• upcoming up with an annual budget, approved in accordance with SC budget timetable, working with the Senior West Africa Finance Manager to develop consistent templates to use in each template. 

• Regularly advise and provide support on other issues as the need arises. 

3) Participate in finance related meetings and initiatives for all SCoL programmes, providing budget and financial guidance, including provision of training to colleagues (10%) 

• To ensure the smooth-running of the programme with respect to its financial obligations. 

• Compliance with the organisational procedures; quality of budget monitoring; quality of the budgets drawn up; quality of financial reports for donors; anticipation of financial problems. 

• Provide BVAs every month by the 10th of M+1 of all contracts. 

• Plan and lead the BVA analysis meetings every month before the 15th. 

• Ensure coherency between the programme budget and the donors' budgets. 

• Procedures so as to ensure a realistic budget, accurate expenditure codification and robust budgetary steering. 

• Draw up and monitor cost allocation tables for office and staff costs. 

• Conduct the monthly, bi-annual and annual accounts closing operations · Raise programme teams' awareness of contractual budget and financial obligations. 

• Analyse donor guidelines and inform the teams about these procedures and their application. 

• Train programme teams in internal budget and financial management. 

• Check the budgetary monitoring of the funding schedule. 

• Substantiate the financial accounts with regard to local legislation.

• Monitor and organise internal and external audits, assume the role of the auditor's primary contact in liaison with head office. 

4) Working with the finance team (10%) 

• Train the finance team. 

• Set up communication and coordination mechanisms for the team. 

• Manage contractual monitoring (leave, end of trial periods, etc.) of finance team members; if necessary, co-validate disciplinary procedures with Operations Manager. 

• Oversee finance team's career development: define training needs and provide guidance on professional development. 

5) A liaison and link with Street Child UK Finance team to enable management of operations in Liberia (10%) 

• Develop the annual budget for Liberia, which includes costs budget, programmes costs, cash flow forecasting. 

• Enter Street Child of Liberia costs on the HQ finance system (Aqilla) and ensure that all monthly transfers to Street Child of Liberia are fully accounted for and reconciled. 

Part 3: Person Specification

Attributes / Education / Qualifications 

Essential: 

• Educated to degree level or higher 

• Recognised Accountancy Qualifications 

Desirable: 

• Degree in International Business Administration, finance or related field; or attendance at specific relevant training courses 

Attributes / Experience & Knowledge 

Essential: 

• 5 years post qualification experience

• Experience of implementing internal controls and finance procedures 

• Experience of managing multi donor grants and good knowledge of donor compliance rules and requirements – in particular working with DFID, UN, EU, USAID 

Desirable: 

• Knowledge of development issues and concepts 

Attributes / Skills / Abilities

Essential: 

• Extensive knowledge of finance & logistics policy within non-governmental organizations 

• Knowledge of computer applications and software finance packages –in particular Quickbooks and Aqilla or other “mid-tier” finance system 

Desirable: 

• System design and implementation of finance software packages 

Attributes / Other 

Essential: 

• Strong interpersonal, management and team work skills

• Ability to influence change in teams not directly managed 

• A self-starter, capable of working independently and flexibly to a high level

• Fluent English –written and spoken 

Desirable: 

• Good communication and staff training / capacity building skills 

Join us in seeing our vision come to life, where living in Letchworth Garden City offers everyone the opportunity to flourish as part of a vibrant community, enjoy the best that both town and country offers, and benefit from easy access to nature with unrivalled facilities, culture, and support networks.   

This is a key role where you will lead and develop the Foundation’s Fundraising strategy to support the delivery of our charitable objectives and strategic aims. Working with internal colleagues and external funders, you will ensure we secure sufficient income to deliver practical impact through our services.

You will work with collaboratively with stakeholders to create compelling funding applications and lead the fundraising activity to ensure efficient processes and maximisation of opportunity.

Key areas of focus include Arts, Culture & Heritage; Environment & Wellbeing; Community impact and social change, some knowledge and a keen interest in this area is key. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 – 5 years’ experience of working in a fundraising role, with experience of developing and implementing a fundraising strategy and evaluating its effectiveness.
• Experience of writing Cases for Support and presenting compelling advocacy materials to support a fundraising strategy
• Experience of researching grant opportunities as well as developing tools and resources to support grant applications
• Experience of managing funder communications and relations
• Track record of securing and managing multi-year revenue funding with annual targets of £250k upwards.

OUR VALUES:

Collaborative.  Evidence-based.  Inclusive.  Supportive.
We are a people business. We look for passionate people who will help us to meet our vision and values. Our values demonstrate our principles and guide our actions. We want our values to come to life through people’s experience of each other and the Foundation as whole - ultimately helping create a culture that ensures our commitment to achieving our vision and mission.

Applications must include a CV and a covering statement/letter explaining why you are applying for the role.  Applications without a covering statement may not be accepted.  

Please note if we receive a large volume of applications for this role, we reserve the right to close the vacancy ahead of the published closing date.

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Contract: Full time, permanent

Start date: November 2024

Location: Hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the office during school term time.

London HQ location is currently 163 Eversholt St, London NW1 1BU, moving to Ed City, 1 Edcity Walk, Edcity, London W12 7TF from 1st January 2025 onwards

Join our dynamic team and make a difference.

We are looking for an outstanding communications and events professional to join our team at Lift Schools.

You’re someone who’ll be able to:

• Engage and influence people at all levels, from senior leadership to school staff;
• Manage multiple channels including newsletters, an intranet, and briefings - aligning messaging with organisational goals;
• Deliver a world-class and sector-leading portfolio of annual events;
• Design and lead initiatives to strengthen Lift’s culture, including a culture of recognition and social activities.

Ready to make a difference? 

As a member of our dynamic internal communications team, you will have the opportunity to shape the way we connect with our schools and central services. We are looking for a creative individual who can build upon our existing initiatives and take our internal communications to new heights.

With full support and agency, you will own the planning and delivery of engaging content that aligns with our mission.

Join a friendly and motivated team where you'll gain valuable experience in a large, forward-thinking network.

You’re someone who has:

• Proven experience in managing large-scale events and conferences from inception to completion;
• Communications experience, managing a range of channels for internal communications in a large organisation;
• Exceptional project management skills, capable of handling multiple events and communications projects simultaneously;
• Excellent writing and communication abilities, with strong attention to detail;
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels, from senior leadership to school staff;
• Strong intellectual curiosity, able to be creative, get the 'big picture' and challenge the status quo.

If you would like to find out more about the role and have an informal discussion please contact us to organise. 

Closing date: 31st October 2024

Ready to apply? Get in touch. We can’t wait to hear from you.

The role is due to commence November 2024. This is a full time, permanent position.

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools.

Every adult in a school has the power to transform lives, and that’s why talented people are essential to us. Our ambition to give every pupil the best start in life relies on our dedicated teachers, teaching assistants, senior leaders, and admin teams. We attract dynamic individuals and provide the space to reimagine what’s possible.

That’s why your career is as important to us as it is to you. We want you to develop, we want you to grow, and we want you to feel valued.

We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Head of Finance

Charity People have partnered with a leading professional body, where my client is looking for a hands on, forward thinking Head of Finance to join a successful finance team.

As the Head of Finance, you will have operational responsibilities for managing the finance function and providing a full financial and management accounting service to the organisation. You will support the Director of Finance and Resources in the delivery of the organisation's strategy and operation of the internal financial governance, processes and procedures.

Salary: £74,775 per annum

Contract: 35 hours per week, full time, permanent

This is an exciting time to join this ambitious and growing organisation.

Some of your key duties and responsibilities are;

• Oversee the annual financial cycle of work to manage and prepare the annual budgets, monthly management accounts and consolidated statutory financial accounts
• Prepare financial report papers for the Finance and Resources Board and Board of Trustees, auditors as required
• Oversee and manage the financial processes
• Oversee and manage Treasury management acting as main contact for College bankers
• Being the Business and advice the Directors, service heads and other budget holders and Trustees
• Asset Management and budgeting
• Strategic project participation and being responsible for external audit provision, managing contracts and develop the new ledger so it remains fit for purpose

Candidates applying for this role must have the following:

• A recognised CCAB qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
• Knowledgeable on Charity SORP
• Very strong project management experience - preparation of statutory accounts and also for projects that enhance the IT capability of the finance function

• Managing and empowering the Finance team
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to influence
• Experience working in the NFP or charity sector
• Very strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, senior influencers and other stake holders
• Ability to analyse and present complex data and make recommendations for action / improvement
• Commercial awareness
• Experience of effective operational planning and budgeting

The detailed JD will be shared with you, if you are suitable for this role.

My client is closing the role on 1^st November, 2024. However, if we get strong CVs, the role will close early.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as interviews are happening on a rolling basis. We wish you all the best with your application.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Are you driven by a passion for building inclusive communities and making a real impact?​

Do you have the organisational skills to turn ideas into action?​​

We’re looking for a Community Projects Coordinator to champion diversity and belonging among our unique members, who are students at the University of Exeter.​​

In this role, you’ll collaborate with student leaders from a range of backgrounds to create projects that celebrate diverse cultures and identities, empowering them to lead the change they want to see. If you want to play a part in ensuring our members Love Exeter, we want to hear from you!​

• ​Role: Community Projects Coordinator
• Hours: 35-hours per week (to be worked flexibly)
• Salary: £24,987.96 to £28,329.46 per annum
• Closing date: 28th October 2024 at 10 am​

Who are we?​

The Students’ Guild is the University of Exeter’s students’ union, led by students for students. We’re an independent charity, offering a wide range of opportunities, services and support to help students get the most out of their unique journeys at university. This includes everything from social activities to making sure things are going well on their academic course.​

We have over 100 student groups and all of our work is led by, and in the best interest of, our members. The Guild is a truly rewarding place to work. Our talented and passionate staff make a real difference to the lives of students every single day, working together to achieve the Guild’s purpose: to shape an excellent student experience for all students at Exeter by empowering them to take their place in the world and make a positive difference.​

We are looking for people who recognise that the Guild is student-led and share a genuine passion for student engagement and empowerment.​

If you share a commitment to our values and want to be part of a radically inclusive organisation with a seriously exciting future ahead, we can’t wait to hear from you.​

What will you bring?​

• You know how to build communities of people from diverse backgrounds and identities.
• You’ll have some experience in managing projects and programmes of activities.
• You’ll be able to be creative and insightful as you develop community projects.​

We offer lots of great benefits including enhanced family pay, at least 6-weeks’ holiday, sustainable travel incentives, access to exclusive discounts and perks and a free confidential advice service. We’re committed to helping you achieve a healthy balance between your work and home life through a real commitment to flexible and hybrid working. We also provide access to great development opportunities, including a personal development budget for you to spend on sharpening your skills. We’ll also help you to gain valuable experience, ensuring that you have opportunities to grow your career both here at the Guild and beyond.

​Inclusion is central to the Guild. We approach our work collaboratively, empower our people and celebrate our uniqueness. If you’re driven to empower others and achieve great things, you’ll fit right in. Our people are proud of who they are and value each other’s differences, and we are committed to creating a diverse community that is radically inclusive of race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience. 

Please visit our website to view our candidtae pack and the role profile.   

​How to Apply​​

Please visit our website, you will need to provide an up-to-date copy of your CV and answer the following question which relate to the role profile: ​

• ​Please outline why you want to apply for this role, including how your values align with the Guild.
• What skills would you bring to ensure that projects are managed effectively.
• Please outline your experience of working collaboratively with diverse members, volunteers, or communities.​

Please note:

We will contact you to let you know the outcome of your application. this can sometimes take a few days. Unfortunately, if we receive your application after the closing date, we will not be able to consider it.​​

Dates for your Diary​

• Closing Date: 10am, 28th October 2024
• Shortlisting: by 30th October 2024
• Interviews: 4th November 2024

We look forward to hearing from you. ​​

We are delighted to be working with Valley Leisure Ltd (VLL), an independent charitable trust, with a 35-year history of improving people’s health & wellbeing. Due to retirement, VLL are looking for a new Head of Finance, providing a great opportunity for a qualified accountant to lead on the strategic and operational financial management of the charity. 

As an income generating charity, with little reliance on grants of funding, VLL deliver their charitable objectives whilst being commercially minded. With values that align with those of VLL, you will be experienced in all aspects of finance, a qualified accountant (or part-qualified with relevant experience) with a passion for improving health and wellbeing in the community.  With one direct report, you will play a pivotal part in an experienced and established Senior Leadership Team and a wider, collaborative and energetic team.

With strong leadership qualities you will:

• Be a qualified accountant or part-qualified with relevant experience (CIMA/CIPFA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent) with strategic and operational finance management experience, including financial process, income and expenditure management, reporting, year-end, audit, statutory and management account production, establishing and monitoring effective financial controls.
• Understand the charity environment and wider landscape, with a successful track record of working with a Trustee Board or a leadership team.
• Demonstrate experience of costing projects with a full-cost recovery approach as well as a high level of IT competency, including the use of Technology, Microsoft Office and SAGE
• Up-to-date knowledge of charity SORP regulations and requirements, and experience of payroll and pensions is desirable.

Responsible for the VLL’s day to day finances, you will have a hands-on approach, excellent time management skills, and able to work to tight deadlines in order to make an active contribution to the success and growth of the charity.

For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Location: Andover / Hybrid with regular remote working to be agreed

Closing date: 1 November 2024

Interviews will take place on: 19th 20th and 21st of November

We're looking for a Content Designer to research, structure and write user-centred content for Tearfund's channels. This includes Tearfund's website, email, advertising, social media and print channels. We value effective collaboration at Tearfund, so you won't be working in isolation. Instead, you will collaborate with Marketing, UX Design, Graphic Design and Subject Matter Experts to create user-centred content that helps raise income to support Tearfund's work around the world. You'll be familiar with using evidence and data to write and optimise content, as well as running workshops to map user journeys and review content as part of the content production process.

Our successful candidate will have:

• Proven track record of high quality copywriting and/or significant editorial experience
• A clear understanding of content design best practice
• Experience using data and insights to write user-centred content and user journey maps
• Confidence running workshops and championing content design best practice
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Poverty is not God's plan. You are. We believe that we all play a part in ending extreme poverty and using our God-given skills to make a difference.

Do your skills, experience and passion match the above? Then we'd love to hear from you!

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.

This role is eligible for hybrid working and you will be required to work from a designated Tearfund office and from your home by agreement with the line manager.

All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs.

The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.

About Jesuits in Britain

The Jesuits, or the Society of Jesus, are a Catholic religious order founded in 1540 by Saint Ignatius of Loyola, now present in over a hundred countries around the world. In Britain, they are at the centre of a broad network of lay men and women who work throughout the UK in education, spirituality, social justice, pastoral care, and academic research, helping to bring the Kingdom of God to life.

From its early days in the 16th century, the Jesuits have been dedicated to caring for the disadvantaged, sharing the Gospel, and guiding people into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Today, they continue to promote faith, justice, and reconciliation in society, focusing on four important areas:

• Walking with those who suffer from poverty, discrimination, or injustice.
• Accompanying young people.
• Showing the way to God through the Spiritual Exercises.
• Caring for our common home, the planet.

About the Role

We are looking for a talented and creative Digital Content Creator who can take our content production to the next level and strengthen our digital presence across multiple platforms. We are passionate about sharing our work with a wider audience, especially those under 40, to help them experience the richness of Jesuit spirituality and life. You will help us develop engaging content that showcases our work, providing opportunities for people to grow, connect more deeply with their spirituality, and engage meaningfully with the world.

As a Digital Content Creator within the Communications Team, you will be responsible for shooting and editing videos and photographs for the Jesuits in Britain’s digital channels, supporting its different projects (Vocations, Jesuit Institute, Jesuit Missions, and Thinking Faith) with their content needs, and assisting with longer-form content, podcast production, design, and various digital ventures.

You will play a crucial part in improving online engagement, broadening our audience, and raising awareness of our mission. By creating engaging and informative content that aligns with our brand and tone of voice, you will help ensure that the Jesuits remain relevant and impactful in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about storytelling through digital media, with a special connection to spiritual and social work, and a genuine appreciation for faith journeys and religious life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and edit videos, photos, and multimedia content for use across our social media platforms, websites, and other digital channels.
• Manage social media channels and ensure they are regularly updated with fresh, engaging content.
• Work closely with various teams, including Vocations, Jesuit Institute, Jesuit Missions, and Thinking Faith, to develop tailored content that reflects their specific needs and objectives.
• Attend events and locations as required to capture real-time content (photos, videos, etc.) for immediate or planned publication.
• Creating visuals and other digital assets for online use.
• Manage content schedules to ensure a continuous flow of high-quality, on-brand material across platforms.
• Collaborate with the Website & Digital Media Manager and the Digital Marketing & Development Manager to develop content ideas, campaigns, and shape and implement the digital strategy.
• Monitor social media trends and analytics to optimise content performance and audience engagement.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria:

• Proven experience in digital content creation, particularly video production and social media management, ensuring best practices across all online platforms.
• Proficiency in video production tools and editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro), including camera operation and equipment.
• Skilled in short-form video editing (e.g., Instagram Reels, TikTok) with a strong understanding of social media platforms, including the ability to adapt to the latest trends and algorithms to drive engagement.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with a flair for storytelling and the intuition to independently create engaging content.
• Basic graphic design skills and familiarity with tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and projects.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and potentially internationally.
• Fluent English speaker with exceptional copywriting skills who can maintain a consistent brand tone of voice, balancing friendliness with professionalism.
• Understanding of and interest in the mission of Jesuits in Britain.

Nice to have:

• Experience working within a charity or non-profit sector.
• Skills in animation or motion graphics would be a plus.
• Experience with a social media scheduling platform, ideally Hootsuite.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the communities we serve by supporting the mission of the Jesuits in Britain.
• Join a supportive and collaborative team of enthusiastic colleagues dedicated to making a positive difference.
• Flexibility to work on a variety of projects and travel to different events and locations.
• Hybrid work model with 2-3 days in the office.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.

We are seeking an inspiring, inclusive and dynamic leader to take MIH into the next exciting phase of our journey; one who shares our values and is committed to making a real difference in continuing to grow the organisation and its impact.
Our new ED will seize the opportunity to build on strong foundations and work with a passionate and ambitious team
in helping achieve our mission, whilst embracing MIH’s progressive, collaborative and inclusive culture.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Leadership & Vision

• Provide inspirational leadership, galvanising support for a compelling strategic direction, agreeing clear milestones for delivery and ensuring consistent measurement and evaluation of our impact
• Work with the Board of Trustees to ensure organisational structure and accountabilities are aligned with strategic and operational requirements. Ensuring MIH’s ethos, vision and values drive and underpin all decision making
• Act as a passionate advocate for plant-centred eating and living, environmental sustainability, health, food justice and community cohesion
• Be a positive role model for colleagues, volunteers and beneficiaries, actively promoting a representative, inclusive and forward-looking approach

Strategy & Organisational Development

• Provide strategic leadership with the support of the Trustees, taking responsibility for the implementation and delivery of a 5-year strategic plan, identifying and implementing best practices from across the sector
• Build on our current position of strength to expand MIH’s reach, impact and profile.
• Identify, assess, and communicate strategic risks, issues and opportunities to the Board and take responsibility for initiating and leading associated changes

Fundraising, Business Development & Partnerships

• Responsible for strategic oversight of fundraising at MIH, providing support and guidance to the Head of Fundraising and Community Partnerships Manager to build a sustainable portfolio of individual, corporate and grants trusts and donations, as well as owned income streams, to ensure long-term sustainable funding of activities.
• Develop income generating strategies and set, agree and track against clear targets with the Board
• Generate fundraising leads and cultivate fundraising opportunities with high-value donors
• Actively build MIH’s profile whilst maintaining and cultivating strategic relationships with supporters, donors, businesses and corporate bodies aligned with MIH’s values and mission
• Proactively seek out entrepreneurial opportunities to capitalise on the rise of veganism and growth of the plant-based food market; developing an innovative strategy to ensure MIH becomes a leading voice within the plant-based food sector.

Financial & Governance

• Accountable to the MIH Board of Trustees for the overall financial health of the charity, you will ensure that the charity’s financial resources are managed effectively, risks identified proactively and mitigating actions taken appropriately.
• To support the Trustees in all areas of their governance and legal responsibilities in line with Charity Commission requirements and other relevant regulatory bodies.

People & Culture

• Develop, align and empower the team to communicate and excel together as a cohesive unit and within their individual roles
• Support the Director of Operations to fostering a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion ensuring it’s embedded into all aspects of the charity’s work,
• Continue and further develop MIH’s culture as a progressive employer.

Location: London Southwark. Hybrid working (two days a week in the office).

Salary: £100K per annum.

Contract: Permanent, full-time hours

The Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation which supports the work of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, is seeking a motivational and empowering fundraising professional to lead a vibrant and ambitious fundraising team.

 The Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation is an independent foundation that has been investing in a healthier society for more than 500 years. This role will be responsible for driving fundraising performance to raise income for the Foundation’s three hospital charities - Guy’s & St Thomas’ Charity, Guy’s Cancer Charity and Evelina London Children’s Charity – to enable one of the largest NHS trusts in the country to continue its vital work.

This role will be critical for the delivery of an exciting and ambitious growth strategy for the Foundation and the Trust, to maximise fundraising capabilities and match those with the Trust’s long-term ambitions for healthcare and more equitable health. The role will work closely with the Executive Director of Charities and sits on the Senior Leadership team.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering sustained fundraising income growth across multiple channels and of leading a fundraising operation within an NHS, charity, clinical, medical research or higher education organisation. They will have strong leadership skills to inspire and motivate high performing teams coupled with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, and the credibility and confidence to interact with influential people at the highest levels in order to leverage support.

Candidates must be team players with approachability, sensitivity and tact, able to build collaborative and effective relationships both internally and externally.  Finally, they will share the Charities collective mission to support Guy’s and St Thomas’ deliver better, fairer and faster healthcare for all - beyond what the NHS can provide.

Please click through to our Candidate Pack for further information [PDF], which includes details on how to apply.

CLOSING DATE: Friday 1st November, 9am GMT.

Are you interested in helping people who have, or are recovering from, mental health problems, integrate back into work? Would you like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with? Then join us as an Employment Specialist.

We are looking for an Employment Specialist to join our team in Leatherhead, Surrey. We help individuals with mental health problems to find paid employment. We also support people to retain their employment when they are struggling at work due to their mental health. We also advise and support employers about mental health in the workplace. But its only possible with the help of people like you.

Your challenge? To do everything you can to help the individuals we work with to source appropriate work experience placements with local organisations/employers. Day to day, you’ll offer support, careers advice and guidance, helping people to set their own recovery and employment focused goals and provide training in personal and skills development such as CV preparation, interview techniques etc. You’ll also be responsible for establishing and maintaining positive links with community mental health teams and have the initiative to develop and promote the service. Additionally, you will have responsibility for maintaining efficient admin systems to ensure referrals, assessments and reviews are completed in a timely manner.

As well as a good understanding of mental health problems and the issues and barriers this can create for our clients, you’ll need excellent motivational, presentation and listening skills and a willingness to travel in the local area and to work outside of office hours as required.

This is a permanent full-time role requiring the post holder to work 37.5 hours per week.

We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience. 

This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.

On 1st June 2024, Richmond Fellowship, part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. In October 2024, Humankind was renamed Waythrough to reflect the new organisation.

About the Role
Ivy Rock Partners is pleased to be working with a fantastic University in recruiting a motivated and experienced Finance Manager to lead their Accounts Receivable (AR) team. You will play a key role in ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of the AR function, focusing on timely and accurate transaction processing and the resolution of queries from students, customers, researchers, and internal stakeholders. You'll also be responsible for managing the credit control process and liaising with external debt collection agencies.

As Finance Manager, you will work closely with their Finance Systems Team to improve system configuration and enhance data quality. You will ensure that all financial controls are adhered to, and that processes remain compliant with the university’s standards. This hands-on role also involves leading process improvements, managing staff, and providing essential cover for key finance roles during periods of absence.

This is an initial 6 month FTC with scope to go permanent.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the AR team, providing clear direction and support to ensure deadlines are met.
• Oversee transaction processing, ensuring entries are accurate, timely, and complete.
• Implement process and system improvements in collaboration with colleagues.
• Manage the credit control process, ensuring timely debt recovery.
• Ensure that key control accounts are reconciled monthly.
• Provide ad-hoc support during peak times, assisting with processing duties.
• Produce and update written procedures and ensure adherence across the team.
• Prepare reports on performance, such as outstanding debts and payment plans.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and respond to internal and external audits.

Essential Requirements

• Experience managing a team in a finance or accounts receivable environment.
• Proven ability to identify and implement systems and process improvements.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex financial matters to non-finance colleagues.
• Experience in producing reports and updates for senior management.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills.
• Experience with financial control processes, including debtor management and key account reconciliation.
• Ability to work independently, solving problems proactively.
• Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant with a recognized CCAB body.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word.

Desirable

• Experience with Unit4 ERP or similar finance systems
• Educated to degree level.
• Familiarity with external regulatory returns and compliance processes.

Why Join Them?
You will be joining a dynamic finance team in a role that offers the opportunity to lead on improvements, provide strategic input, and develop your team’s capabilities. We offer a supportive working environment and encourage continuous professional development.

Benefits include:

- Around 42 days of a year

- USS pension scheme

- Apple products discount

- Training scheme that includes mentoring and coaching, in-house training programmes covering topics such as IT, management development, presentation and communication skills, a supportive environment in which to expand your skills on the job

- On-site gym

- Eligibility for COSTCO membership

- Free financial advice service

- NUS extra card

- Season ticket loan for rail tickets

And many others

Please get in touch with Megan Hunter for a confidential conversation about the role.