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Partnerships Manager – Full Time
Hours:Full-time working to broadly office hours Monday to Friday
Location: West Midlands based, with hybrid working across Birmingham, London, Stratford upon Avon and some home working supported
The Rigby Foundation is the charity of the Rigby Family and their wholly owned family business, the Rigby Group PLC. In 2023, the Trustees appointed an Executive Director, the Foundation’s first member of staff, to support them in setting their future strategy.
The Foundation is now a place-based funder, with donations focussed on the West Midlands. Support is prioritised for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds aged between eleven years and twenty-five years, and on evidence-based charity programs that enable young people to succeed in education and have the best chance of securing meaningful employment. The Executive Director is in the process of establishing the Foundation’s ‘Inspiring Futures’ program, that will include 9 secondary schools and one FE college in Birmingham and 11 specially selected charity partners.
Prospectus is delighted to be working with The Rigby Foundation to recruit a Partnerships Manager. This exciting new post will play a crucial role in ensuring that Inspiring Futures and other Foundation funded programs enable the best possible outcomes for young people in the West Midlands.
The role:
The principal role of the Partnerships Manger will be to support the development, launch and management of The Rigby Foundation’s Inspiring Futures program. This will include managing relationships with Foundation partners, leading on impact measurement for all partnerships, preparing regular partnership reports, being responsible for inspirational communications that raise the profile of the Foundation’s work, representing the Foundation at internal and external events and deputising for the Executive Director as appropriate.
The person:
To succeed in this role, you will need to:
- Have substantial experience in developing and managing effective partnerships within the not-for-profit sector
- Demonstrate experience of leading on impact measurement
- Develop engaging project reports
- Support employee engagement in charity programs
- Demonstrate experience of developing impactful communications including - websites, case studies, award submissions and social media coverage
- Be a passionate self-starter committed to supporting young people
- Take ownership of programmes and be able to work on your own initiative
- Work collaboratively in a small team
- Be a confident public speaker able to engage a variety of audiences
- Represent the Foundation professionally internally and externally
- See this role as a fantastic opportunity to be part of making a real sustainable difference to the lives of young people in the region.
Ideally this person will be based in Birmingham or the surrounding areas in the West Midlands. This is a place-based funding role in which local knowledge and understanding of regional issues will be very important.
Harris Hill is looking for an experienced Marketing Manager, to join a social welfare charity in London, for 6 months, on a hybrid basis. Uusally 1-2 days per month, plus some events when needed.
This role is looking to start mid December, so we are looking for someone who will be available to start quickly, considering interviews and decision might not be made until end November/ December.
This contract role sits within the Fundraising, Marketing and Communications
Team. As the contract Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for managing the planning, development and delivery of integrated marketing campaigns that drive brand awareness, beneficiary engagement and fundraising.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful campaigns to grow income, recruit and retain supporters and drive beneficiary outreach through brand and awareness initiatives.
To be considered, we are looking for someone with the following experience:
Track record of developing and delivering marketing and brand campaigns in a commercial and/or not for profit environment. (D)
Track record of delivering impactful marketing and brand campaigns with measurable outcomes. (E)
Track record of using brand/marketing research and insight to develop targeted, measurable marketing campaigns that drive response or change behaviour. (E)
Experience of developing and delivering a coherent marketing/comms plan in a diverse organisation. (E)
For a closer look at the job description, please apply for more information.
Are you an experienced Chief Financial Officer seeking a new and exciting challenge? Do you have experience of working in the NfP sector? Are you on a short notice period or available immediately? If so, please read on…
My client is a leading not-for-profit organisation based in central London seeking an interim Chief Financial Officer on an initial 9-month temporary basis to bolster their team and improve the finance function, there is a strong opportunity to get extended.
The company has an excellent workplace culture, with strong employee retention and a focus on personal and professional development. They are seeking an experienced CFO to join on an interim basis. This role will provide critical financial leadership and support during a period of transition.
The main responsibilities of the interim Chief Operating Officer are:
- Oversee key financial functions, including financial reporting, month-end reviews, sales analysis, and forecasting.
- Lead the finance team through an ERP system change, ensuring smooth implementation and process optimisation.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to the Finance Accountant, ensuring continuity in financial operations during this transitional period.
- Participate in monthly leadership meetings, providing financial insights and contributing to business strategy development.
- Work closely with senior management, to ensure alignment on financial goals and reporting.
My client is looking for:
- A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Strong understanding of ERP systems and the ability to manage system change.
- Excellent leadership and mentoring skills to support the finance team.
- Ability to provide strategic financial insights and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Proven experience in implementing financial policies, procedures and systems that bring efficiencies and value for money into the organisation, strong business acumen.
My client can offer a flexible approach to working, with 2 days a week going into the office based in central London and the rest working remotely. There is also a strong opportunity for this role to get extended or go permanent.
Applications are under constant review and the post can close early if the right candidate is found. Please apply immediately if this role is of interest.
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
We are thrilled to be working with an international animal advocacy organisation who is searching for an experienced and ambitious Fundraising Manager to join their team.
As the Fundraising Manager, you’ll be instrumental in driving the organisation’s fundraising efforts, contributing to a target of £1.3m annually—with big plans for growth in the years ahead. You’ll take the lead in diversifying and expanding income streams, working strategically to identify new funding opportunities. You'll manage and inspire a team of two fundraisers, guiding them to build strong relationships and motivate donors to support the cause.
Your innovative mindset will be key as you collaborate across the organisation to create new fundraising products, with a particular focus on digital and paid social channels. This role offers plenty of room for growth and the chance to step into a leadership position that will help shape the future of the organisation’s fundraising strategy.
To be successful in the role of Fundraising Manager, you will need to:
- Have a proven track record in major donor fundraising and experience implementing successful integrated campaigns that significantly boost income.
- Be a creative thinker who can craft compelling fundraising propositions and engage audiences with your copywriting skills.
- Enjoy working at both the tactical and strategic levels, with the ability to adapt and pivot as needed to seize opportunities.
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: London – 3-4 days/week in office
Deadline: 6 November
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Marketing Officer
c. £28,000 to £35,000 per year
Full Time, London-based, Hybrid Working
The Talent Set is delighted to be working with a world-leading membership organisation dedicated to fostering a creative and regenerative future. This role involves promoting the organisation through a variety of written and multimedia formats, generating leads, responding to enquiries, and executing targeted digital recruitment campaigns. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and persuasion skills, with the ability to inspire others while creating compelling marketing content and campaigns that drive engagement and support the growth of the community.
Key Responsibilities:
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Achieve individual and team recruitment targets by actively recruiting suitable individuals for the organisation’s members, aligning efforts with the organisation’s strategic focus.
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Lead digital recruitment campaigns, including sourcing referrals from existing members, crafting marketing emails, producing content for digital channels, and re-engaging former members to rejoin.
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Research and identify potential new groups of members, creating compelling marketing copy and content to encourage their engagement with the organisation.
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Act as a primary contact for prospective members, through various communication channels, including email, phone, and in-person meetings.
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Develop and manage targeted B2C and B2B digital recruitment campaigns, creating engaging content such as copy, visual imagery, and videos for distribution across multiple platforms.
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Provide account management to Partners, ensuring continued investment in the organisation for their staff, students, or members, while maintaining high levels of customer service.
Person Specification:
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Passionate and proactive, with qualification/experience, with a strong foundation in customer service and response handling.
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Demonstrated experience in producing marketing copy and a variety of collateral, including newsletters, videos, graphics, and other digital assets.
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Proven ability to create compelling social media content that drives engagement, increases reach.
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Strong written communication skills, including excellent copywriting and editing abilities to produce clear and engaging materials.
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Experience working towards targets, particularly in demand generation, conversion, and income.
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Excellent interpersonal and persuasion skills, with the ability to confidently engage others through one-to-one conversations, public speaking, and marketing activities.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 3rd November 2024.
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Westminster School is an esteemed institution with a rich heritage, who is seeking a Senior Financial Controller to lead and inspire its finance team. This role offers an opportunity to oversee financial operations and drive excellence within a collaborative environment one where you can make real impact.
Why Westminster School?
Westminster School values educational excellence and personal growth. Joining the team means becoming part of a vibrant community that prioritises integrity and innovation valuing all staff and pupils across the school.
Employee Benefits Include:
- 25 days of holiday plus a discretionary Christmas closure
- Complimentary school lunches on-site
- A robust pension plan
- Access to a private health scheme (opt-in)
- Use of the on-site gym
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Season ticket loans and tickets to school concerts and events
- Fee remission for pupils awarded places through the admission process
As Senior Financial Controller your responsibilities will be:-
- Lead the finance team in managing day-to-day operations, including month-end and year-end processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Oversee the accuracy of the Trial Balance and deliver responsive transaction processing services.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Guide and mentor the team, embedding the newly implemented iFinance system and promoting a customer-focused approach.
Key Relationships:
This role involves close collaboration with key internal stakeholders, including the Finance Bursar, COO, and school leadership teams, as well as external partners such as HMRC and auditors. Strong communication and rapport-building skills are essential for success.
Key strengths include:
- Strong technical accounting skills
- Excellent leadership and team development capabilities
- A proactive approach to process improvement
- Ability to maintain a strong control environment
Why apply?
If you’re eager to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment where your contributions are truly valued, this is your opportunity to help shape the school’s ongoing success while becoming a part of its rich legacy.
Apply below or contact Rosemary Pini at Allen Lane who is leading the recruitment campaign on behalf of Westminster School.
Harris Hill are thrilled to be partnering up with a national children’s charity in search for a Senior Partnerships Manager for a 12 month fixed term contract (Maternity Cover). It is a great opportunity for a step up candidate to take the lead on managing some exciting accounts and working with some senior stakeholders.
Title: Senior Partnerships Manager
Hours: Full time, 12 month fixed term contract. Flexible working hours available
Salary: £41,503 - £46,114 plus £3,366 Inner London weighting (conditions apply)
Location: London
Closing date: Friday 15th November at 9am
What this role entails?
This varied role sits within the Volunteer Partnerships team, a unique team which consists of four volunteer fundraising boards, made up of influential, high-profile individuals who feel passionately about the charity and volunteer their time and expertise. The boards employ a range of fundraising techniques to reach their goals, but their main focus is on using their networks and influence to secure income generating opportunities via corporate partnerships, major gifts from individuals, collaboration with brands and fundraising events, all of which generate significant funds.
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Partnerships Manager to join this successful team on a maternity cover, working with their most recently launched Property Board, to secure high value partnerships and deliver a wide range of projects. Across the boards they have had support from the likes of Chanel, World Gold Council, Sky, Channel 4, WeWork, Hines, CBRE, Rios, Country and Townhouse and many more.
To be successful in this role:
- Experience of building strong relationships with senior stakeholders
- Exceptional business development skills
- An ability to identify, pitch, and secure new partnerships whilst seeking internal buy-in
- Experience of successfully generating new partnerships and income via a high value audience
- Project management experience and an ability to juggle competing demands
To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and person specification, please email Hannah at Harris Hill on or call her on 02078207331.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
As a Team Administrator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the planning, coordination, and smooth running of activities that maintain a diverse housing portfolio across Kent. You will also ensure operations run efficiently, supporting senior team members in a range of administrative tasks. You will handle diary management, minute-taking, financial monitoring, and be the first point of contact for the team. You'll work closely with stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring all processes are legally compliant and effective.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support across the team's workstreams, ensuring records are accurate and up to date
- Manage diaries and communications for senior team members
- Act as a key contact for queries, resolving issues promptly and efficiently
- Support committee meetings with agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-up actions
- Assist with financial tracking, including managing invoices and property bills
- Update team webpages regularly and assist with document management and GDPR compliance
Key Skills and Experience:
- Administrative experience, with excellent record-keeping and minute-taking skills
- Strong communication skills.
- Attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt in a dynamic environment
- Experience supporting senior managers and managing multiple tasks efficiently
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Practical Support Coordinator (Part-time, 0.6 FTE)
Location: Remote / Hybrid / Flexible
Contract: Temporary until March 2025
Are you an organised and empathetic professional with a passion for helping small charities thrive? A leading charity support organisation is seeking a Practical Support Coordinator to join their Services and Partnerships Team on a temporary basis until March 2025.
About the role:
As a Practical Support Coordinator, you will play a vital role in delivering practical support to small charities, responding to enquiries via the helpdesk, and coordinating monthly support webinars. You will also provide administrative support to the Small Charities Advisory Panel, helping to facilitate smooth recruitment and meeting organisation. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic team, offering practical guidance and helping to strengthen the services provided to small charities.
Key responsibilities:
Helpdesk Support:
- Respond to enquiries from members and non-members, providing guidance on charity setup and operations
- Log and track enquiries using the organisation's CRM
- Promote membership and other services as appropriate
- Maintain high levels of customer service
Webinar Coordination:
- Support the organisation of monthly practical support webinars
- Work with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth webinar delivery
- Assist in preparing materials, sharing resources, and providing administrative support during webinars
Advisory Panel Administration:
- Organise and schedule quarterly panel meetings for the Small Charities Advisory Panel
- Liaise with staff, panel members, and external contacts to arrange meetings and interviews for new members
- Compile agendas, circulate papers, and ensure effective meeting coordination
Who we're looking for:
You are an experienced administrator with a strong customer service ethos and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently. You will bring a high level of organisation and communication skills, as well as a passion for working with diverse stakeholders. Previous experience in the charity sector is a plus, but not essential.
Skills and experience required:
- Proven experience in an administrative role
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise workload
- Experience in customer service, including handling difficult conversations
- Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Experience in the charity or voluntary sector (desirable)
What’s on offer:
- Flexible working hours (0.6 FTE)
- An opportunity to support small charities and make a meaningful impact
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
How to apply:
If you are passionate about supporting small charities and have the organisational skills to help deliver crucial services, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an organisation that plays a vital role in empowering small charities. Apply today to make a difference!
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Charity People are excited to be collaborating with the amazing Our Special Friends (OSF) on their search for a highly motivated team player for a newly created role of Fundraising Lead to join and be a part of the senior management team
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, hybrid working with 3 days in the office
Location: Newmarket
Benefits: Free onsite parking, Dog-friendly office in a beautiful location, Casual dress, 3% employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
About Our Special Friends:
Our Special Friends (OSF) is an innovative, grassroots charity in West Suffolk dedicated to helping people who love animals to keep pets in their life when circumstances put this valuable bond at risk.
They aim to promote, preserve, and provide animal companionship and to champion the importance of animal companionship for those in need within the local community. OSF offer volunteer-delivered services, practical advice and emotional support to individuals who are struggling to care for their pets or who miss the companionship of an animal
Your role:
This is a new role, one we are incredibly excited about for Our Special Friends. It marks a pivotal moment in their journey, and one that will shape the future fundraising strategy, and impact of our work for years to come.
This role will lead our drive to diversify our income streams, build new partnerships and raise the profile of our work amongst key communities and stakeholders. The role will also play an integral part in working across teams to develop the wider strategic plan for the charity.
Key responsibilities include:
Fundraising
* Lead on developing Our Special Friends' new fundraising strategy, to identify what income stream/s can support our work
* Income focus could include any/ a selection of the following: Community, Corporate Partners, Events, Individual Giving, Legacy, and Digital. (Trust income is already established so not a focus here)
* You will build a network of donors and volunteer supporters and influencers within the local community to generate income and raise our profile
* Plan, lead and report on fundraising events, attending when required acting as charity ambassador
* Build strategic, sustainable and profitable partnerships with funders to create a range of long-term relationships and sustainable income streams
Communications and Operations
* Lead systems and processes across fundraising, including due diligence processes and donor management
* Ensuring regulatory and best practice guidelines are understood and adhered to in all fundraising and public facing work
* Produce regular reports and present progress to the charity and maintain general fundraising administrative duties as and when required
* Work with colleagues across the organisation, to develop their experience and confidence in fundraising activities, ensuring they are fully briefed and supported at all times
About You:
* We are keen to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience;
* An excellent track record of fundraising in the charity sector, with proven results
* Experience of success across any of the following areas: community, corporate, events fundraising, individual giving, legacy or digital income strategies
* A good understanding of what motivates different donors to give to charity
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the confidence to engage and build relationships with stakeholders and partners at various levels
* Able to communicate persuasively with passion and integrity
* An innovator and someone who uses their initiative, and open to exploring new ways of working
If you're passionate about pets and their companions and want to make a positive impact on Our Special Friends, then we want to hear from you. Please send a copy of your latest CV to Seema at Charity People in the first instance and we will provide you with a job pack and the instructions to write a covering letter.
Deadline to apply for the role will be 8th November 2024
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the 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.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the Role:
As Head of Digital Mobilisation and Engagement, you'll lead a dedicated team of digital experts to implement the charity's innovative strategy and oversee the digital mobilisation programme. Your expertise in social media, email, website, content, paid media, and digital tactics will be instrumental in achieving their goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the charity's digital engagement and mobilisation efforts.
- Implement the Digital Engagement and Mobilisation Strategy.
- Oversee digital channels, including the website, social media, and email communications.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop and deliver a supporter mobilisation programme.
- Work closely with Fundraising teams to support income growth through digital channels.
- Oversee the Digital Engagement and Mobilisation Team.
- Collaborate across the Fundraising and Communications leadership team.
- Oversee production of high-quality digital content.
- Deliver significant growth in engagement with new audiences.
- Use digital to help deliver key strategic priorities.
- Manage budgets and ensure strong financial reporting.
- Report and action insights to improve programme performance.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
- Enhance personal capability through continuous development.
- Ensure data security and confidentiality.
About You:
- Substantial experience leading and managing digital teams.
- Proven track record of developing and delivering effective digital strategies.
- Deep knowledge of digital engagement, campaigning, and fundraising.
- Strong expertise in digital platforms and technologies.
- Excellent data literacy and analytical skills.
- Experience in agile management processes.
- Ability to manage budgets and financial planning.
- Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative approach.
- Passion for making a positive impact.
What’s On Offer:
- An initial 3-6-month contract, 4 days per week.
- A flexible working set up/ some travel to the charity's office in London.
- A day rate of up to £231.15 PAYE per day (£205.57 daily rate + £25.58 daily holiday pay)
Note: Whilst we do our best to get back to every application, due to the volume of interest this is not always possible.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
The remarkable Newlife, the charity for disabled children, is searching for a new Head of Philanthropy to continue its growth across trusts, foundations and individual giving.
Location: Hybrid / Cannock, Staffordshire
Salary: c.£50,000
Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 11th November
Who we are.
At Newlife, we believe that disabled children should get the better future they deserve. For over 30 years, we have provided disabled children and their families with specialist equipment, growing to become the largest charitable provider of specialist equipment for disabled children in the UK and the only one offering an emergency response, delivering items directly to family homes within just 72 hours. We also run a free, national nurse-staffed helpline.
About the role.
The Head of Philanthropy will report to the Director of Fundraising who, as a member of Newlife’s senior leadership team, will be responsible for delivering a transformation in our fundraising activity, performance and positioning over the next 3-5 years.
This is an important role for Newlife, and together with the Head of Corporate & Community Partnerships, will be responsible for implementing the new fundraising strategy.
It is a hands-on role, and the roleholder will be expected to identify and proactively target potential new major Trust, Foundation and HNWI donors, as well as implementing best-in-class donor stewardship. You will also lead on our legacy and individual giving programme to maximise opportunities and broaden our income mix.
Who we are looking for.
We are searching for candidates who have extensive experience in trusts and foundations and candidates with HNWI experience will be looked upon favourably. You will be well versed in strategy as well as thrive on being in a busy hands on role building strong internal and external relationships, leading your team and securing large multi-year support.
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a growing organisation and lead a high-performing and engaged philanthropy team that has excellent foundations on which to build.
Reporting into a creative and supportive Director of Fundraising and working with a high level board, this role is set up to succeed and one that will have ana amazing impact for thousands of children and families across the UK who need support.
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 11th November.
The UK’s largest charitable provider of specialist equipment for disabled children.
StreetGames is an innovative UK charity committed to transforming the lives of children and young people from low-income, underserved communities through the power of sport and physical activity.
We are seeking a Director of Finance and Resources to drive Streetgame's strategic financial management, HR, IT, and governance functions. The postholder will be responsible for ensuring probity and due care and attention in the day-to-day and strategic management of StreetGames' finances. They will line manage a team of staff providing Finance, Business and IT Support to the organisation and will influence the work of other teams and budget holders in relation to financial planning, management and monitoring.
- £70,000 - £80,000 yearly
- National role with flexibility
- Directly influence the strategic direction of a StreetGames
The Role:
As the Director of Finance and Resources, you will:
- Provide strategic direction for the finance function, ensuring compliance with legislation and industry best practices.
- Oversee the management, monitoring, and reporting of diverse income streams.
- Collaborate with the Executive Team to develop and direct financial strategies and set income and fundraising targets.
- Lead the development and execution of the annual financial planning process and cash management strategies.
- Act as the primary officer for the Finance and Resources Committee, ensuring effective oversight.
- Provide strategic financial input for bids and contract negotiations.
- Ensure appropriate and proportionate internal governance standards.
- Administer Board, Finance, Audit, and Fundraising meetings, ensuring timely and accurate information and record-keeping.
- Oversee Board recruitment and induction processes to enable Trustees to provide strategic leadership.
- Ensure compliance with governance expectations of external funders (e.g., Sport England, Sport Wales, Welsh Government, Ofsted, ESFA).
- Manage StreetGames resources to support efficient and effective service delivery.
- Ensure compliance with legal obligations related to HR, Health & Safety, IT security, data management, and insurance.
- Oversee the human resources function, including maintaining an up-to-date Employee Handbook, developing and implementing HR policies, recruitment, and employment contract management.
- Effectively manage team members, ensuring completion of appraisals, regular performance management, and professional development support.
The Candidate:
We are looking for a Director of Finance and Resources who:
- Has a senior-level financial management background with CCAB, ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualification - desirable but not essential
- Has strong leadership skills with ability to lead high-performing teams and operate at different levels, including with Board members
- Has extensive background working in financial accounting and management within a charity.
- Is knowledgeable about SORPS and relevant charity legislation.
- Possesses excellent analytical and interpretive abilities.
- Has a background working in developing and monitoring financial strategies.
- Is skilled in supporting the development of funding bids and proposals to ensure cost recovery
- Has a background leading diverse functions.
- Has exceptional project management, organisational, and IT skills.
- Has a background managing a high performance team.
The Package:
- Hybrid working
- Great work-life balance
- Access to free counselling and support services
- Enhanced family friendly benefits
- Company socials
- Eye care allowance
- Cycle scheme
- Pension scheme of up to 8% employer contributions
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 2 Volunteering days per year
The Director of Finance and Resources will receive an annual salary of £70,000 - £80,000. This role includes comprehensive benefits such as pension contributions, holiday entitlement, and opportunities for professional development. You will play a crucial role in shaping the financial and operational success of StreetGames.
Our mission is to provide sporting opportunities to disadvantaged communities, ensuring that everyone has the chance to enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle. We are a passionate team committed to making a difference.
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for finance and a commitment to making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.
To apply for this role, you will need to first register your interest by submitting your CV. Your CV will only be used for information purposes and will not be relevant in the application process. You will then be emailed a response containing a link needed to answer some work-related questions. Our goal is to assess your approach to a problem and better understand what knowledge and skills you have. Your answers will be anonymised, randomised and reviewed by a diverse panel.
We also think giving feedback is incredibly valuable for candidates, so at the end of the process, you'll see how well you performed during the application process.
The closing date for applications is Friday 8th November 2024 at midday, and the deadline for submission of the work-related questions is Monday 11th November at midday.
If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to understand our process further, please contact
Similar roles include Finance Director, Chief Financial Officer, Head of Finance, Financial Controller, or Finance Manager.
Are you passionate about working for Community Hospice, seeking to ensure that patients can make the most of the time they have left? We are searching for a brilliant Senior Events Officer who will join this impactful cause.
This role will play a pivotal part in leading the successful delivery of the annual hospice fundraising event programme. As part of the role, you will be responsible for the cultivating of important relationships with stakeholders, corporate sponsors and supporters alike. You will manage the day-to-day event operations from start to finish, including event planning, risk assessments, and analysis and reporting. Your exceptional communication and networking skills will be essential in fostering partnerships and securing support for the hospice. You will be a confident decision-maker who can work autonomously, using your judgement to help shape the events strategy.
To be successful in the role of Senior Events Officer, you will need:
- Considerable experience of event management to engage and retain supporters, with project management experience to lead on event planning and delivery.
- Experience with databases, segmentation and use of data analytics.
- Ability to work across teams in a collaborative positive manner proactively engaging colleague support.
Salary: £29,000 - £37,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: London/hybrid, 3 days per week in office
Deadline: Rolling
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
We are incredibly delighted to be working with Community Hospice in their search for an excellent Challenge Events Fundraiser. Community Hospice seeks to support people to live as well as they can, for as long as they can.
The postholder will play a key role in a busy fundraising team, responsible for maximising engagement, support and income generation through third-party and hospice-led bespoke challenge events. As part of the role, you will lead the charge in executing a variety of unique and high-impact fundraising activities – ensuring that every event delights our supporters. You will create thoughtful stewardship plans to maximise on experience, lifetime engagement and income generated. You will also undertake post event data analysis for every event, reporting against KPIs, costs against budget and capturing learnings.
To be successful in the role of Challenge Events Fundraiser, you will need:
- At least one year experience in a similar role, with experience in a working environment of interfacing with a variety of people and delivering excellent customer care.
- Experience of working to targets and identifying opportunities for development.
- An understanding of the hospice and the services that it provides, with understanding of the importance of excellent donor care processes.
Salary: £26,000 – £29,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: Onsite, London
Deadline: Rolling
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.