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About Reall
Reall’s vision is housing markets that work for people, prosperity and planet. Reall is improving the lives of under-served households in African and Asian cities by building and increasing access to green resilient homes. We create the conditions for families to secure their own homes. Globally, there are 1.2 billion people without somewhere decent to call home. Working across our priority markets, including Kenya, Nigeria, India, Pakistan and beyond, Reall has a commercially and environmentally viable solution that drives macroeconomic development and catalyses pathways to net zero.
We have been pioneers and thought leaders in the global affordable housing space for more than 30 years and to date we have improved the lives of over three million people, created over 200,000 jobs, brought clean water to half a million people and delivered sustainable sanitation to over a million.
The office manager is essential in maintaining the efficient functioning of an organisation by overseeing administrative tasks and supporting various departments.
Key responsibilities include
- To manage facilities and service contracts covering the operation of the office accommodation
- Maintenance and upkeep of the office.
- To manage procurement for office facilities and service contracts
- To ensure the security and safety of the offices and colleagues at all times
- To develop and maintain effective and legally compliant health & safety procedures, which are tested where appropriate
You will be required to ensure that HR records for all staff are appropriately and securely maintained and assist with the administration of the HR Management system. Being required to manage facilities within the office, ensuring all equipment and supplies are in order, and provide administrative support to achieve this and key projects to ensure that the office runs efficiently and effectively. Their role is dynamic, often requiring you to adapt to new responsibilities as directed by the Head of HR to meet strategic objectives.
The primary goal is to ensure that the office runs smoothly and efficiently by organising and coordinating project activities, resources, and timelines.
Why work at Reall?
With a modest UK-based team, Reall is an organisation driven by efficiency, with significant ambition and a track record of success.
Our internal operations are underpinned by a culture of psychological safety, promoting trust, curiosity, and confidence. This means that staff feel secure to speak their minds, tackle challenges creatively, and can never be described as risk averse.
A committed investor in its colleagues, Reall promotes an environment of conscious diversity in all its forms. You’ll be joining a high-performing, cohesive team with its sights firmly on global impact.
Reall is committed to equality and diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We positively encourage applications from those who are suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief, as Reall believes a diverse and inclusive workforce is vital for our organisation and will lead to greater results and enhance our way of working.
What We Offer
In return for your skills and experience, we offer:
- A competitive salary and total reward package
- 33 days' annual leave plus an additional day off on your birthday. Increasing by 1 day every year for the first five years of service
- A comprehensive benefits package including an enhanced Pension offering, including death in service coverage along with a generous Maternity and Shared Parental Leave provision
- Access to a Reward portal, which provides high street discounts and a cashback reward scheme in popular online and retail outlets.
- A dynamic and supportive work environment including on-site health and well-being support through access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential support to colleagues. Along with access to funded training and further career development.
- More details are available in job description and person specification, which are available by clicking through as you apply for this role.
Salary – £26,000 - £31,000 per annum dependent on experience
Working hours – Normal office hours are 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday. We are open to flexible working patterns subject to the objectives and outcomes of the role being met. We are currently working hybrid with blended office and homeworking with the ability to work up to three days from home most weeks.
Closing Date - 23rd October 2024
We will be interviewing suitable candidates once identified throught the process
Please note that you must have the right to live and work in the UK to be eligible to apply for this role.
If you would like further information please contact us through the recruitment portal with your questions or contact details and a member of our team will contact you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and nongovernmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM prepares individuals arriving through safe and regular pathways for their integration in the UK through tailored pre-departure activities.
This post will directly coordinate successful implementation of key resettlement and integration projects deliverables on cultural orientation, capacity building of local authority stakeholders and facilitate labour market integration of beneficiaries, under the UK Resettlement Schemes, and the Afghan Resettlement Schemes
Under the overall guidance of the Senior Programme Coordinator, the direct supervision of the National Resettlement and Complementary Pathways Officer and working in close coordination with the Head of Operations and relevant IOM missions the incumbent will coordinate the implementation, and day to day delivery of the assigned projects, support the development of project proposals and provide specialised thematic support in the area of Resettlement and Integration.
The incumbent will also liaise with relevant stakeholders on matters related to project development, implementation, and reporting, as well as represent IOM in external forums and meetings.
For more information about the role and how to apply, please visit our website: https://unitedkingdom.iom.int/careers
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking two highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to work with our Partnerships and Communications team. You will support the team to increase income, diversify funding streams, and implement engaging fundraising campaigns and events. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain experience and skills across a breadth of fundraising and communications activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting research on prospective donors, foundations, and corporate supporters and monitoring grant portals to build a pipeline of new funding opportunities
- Gathering and collating informative and engaging content for efficient proposal development
- Supporting in the development of funding proposals to donors, foundations, and corporate supporters
- Supporting with event design and management to engage new donors and steward existing partners
- Supporting with the implementation of a new donor journey process to improve team efficiency and build strong relationships with funders
- Supporting in the development and implementation of a new individual giving strategy to grow this new income stream for PEAS
- Contributing creative ideas for new fundraising opportunities
- Drafting, editing, and proofing content for e-newsletters, blogs, and social media
- Helping to gather and analyse social media metrics to assess the performance of campaigns
- Supporting the creation of visual content for various communications materials using Canva
Skills and Qualifications:
- Interest in non-profit fundraising and development
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and/or Google Suite
- Design experience or knowledge of using Canva (not essential)
What You’ll Gain:
- Hands-on experience in fundraising, communications and international development
- Insight into non-profit operations and donor engagement strategies
- Networking opportunities with professionals in the sector
Please click on the attachment below to view the full job description.
Please note that we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis and so the job advert may not be relevant once the roles have been filled.
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Care International UK
Financial Controller
Salary £65,000 - £72,000
Permanent, full-time
Hybrid working, 1-2 days a week in office
Office based in Vauxhall
CARE International is a leading humanitarian organisation fighting global poverty. Founded in 1945, we seek a world of hope, inclusion, and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and all people live in dignity and security. Today, we operate in over 100 countries around the globe to save lives, defeat poverty and achieve social justice. We place special focus on women and girls, because women’s rights are human rights, and we know that we cannot overcome poverty until all people have equal rights and opportunities. CARE is non-religious and non-political, allowing us to deliver humanitarian and development assistance to anyone in need regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, age, religion, political view or sexual orientation.
The Financial Controller will work closely with the Finance Director in the delivery of the organisation’s financial objectives and is expected to contribute to the financial culture, strategy and development of the organisation. The Financial Controller will oversee the management of the Group’s statutory accounts and the processes, policies and procedures that underpin CARE International’s financial control framework. This role will be responsible for taking the lead in ongoing financial improvement work, bringing professional financial leadership to the Financial Accounts Team and the wider organisation.
A strong CARE International UK is needed now more than ever to influence for change in the UK and support our mission around the world.
Key areas of responsibility:
- Management and operation of financial control framework including maintenance of the policies and procedures that support its effective operation
- Leading the Financial Accounts Team (currently 4 staff) with 2 direct reports
- Producing the annual statutory accounts and leading the statutory audit process for the CIUK Group (comprising the UK charity and its trading subsidiary)
- Managing efficient and effective treasury management including robust and timely cash flow forecasting
- Supervising the controls and processes that support effective management of the balance sheet including balance sheet reconciliations
- Managing good quality accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
- Managing tax for the charity and trading subsidiary including VAT returns and Gift Aid
- Providing financial accounting advice to colleagues across the organisation in line with the requirement of the Charity SORP
Who are we looking for?
- A formally qualified accountant with relevant experience of financial accounting gained in a complex organisation
- Someone with experience of producing year end statutory accounts in Charities SORP format, preparing and adhering to year end timelines and being a key point of contact for auditors
- An excellent communicator who is able to influence at all levels within the organisation
- Analytical with good judgement and decision making capability
Recruitment timings:
- Application deadline: Monday 7th October
- Interviews: Ongoing as and when suitable candidates apply
We are proud to exclusively partner with Allen Lane on the recruitment of this role. Please visit the Allen Lane site to find out more. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Iain Slinn.
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About us
World Jewish Relief created the Specialist Training and Employment Programme (STEP) for refugees in 2016 and today we are the largest provider of specialist employment support to refugees in the UK.STEP aims to support and empower people with experience of forced migration through a tailored employment programme that addresses the complex barriers refugees face in preparing for, and ultimately finding, work in the UK.STEP is open to all refugees, and people seeking asylum with the right to work.
Our strategy over the next 12 months is to refine and strengthen our programmes, with a focus on excellence, innovation and sustainability across STEP. Central to these efforts is adopting ‘Lean Impact’ principles across our organisation and ways of working, with the support of Spring Impact. The starting point of this work is the planning and pilot of STEP Online, an intensive version of STEP to fast track those who are highly skilled. We plan to explore, test and plan for this programme in consultancy with Spring Impact, leveraging their Lean Impact Methodology.
The post holder will play a pivotal role in leading this piece of work with two main objectives:
- Explore, test and plan for STEP Online. This will involve being the lead implementer of testing minimum viable products, participating in workshops and identified working groups, and co-leading on test coaching sessions and team reflections with Spring Impact.
- Establish and build internal capacity and development for Lean Impact. This includes supporting a discipline of continuous testing and learning at World Jewish Relief to be able to rapidly trial, refine and scale other models across the organisation on a longer-term basis.
About you
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Experience developing and implementing innovative and community-centred learning practices, including designing prototypes, data collection, analysis and using a high level of numeracy to make data-driven decisions to build impactful solutions (i.e., Lean Impact, Equity-Centred Design, Human Centred Design).
- Proven experience in managing projects from initiation to completion, including scope, timeline, budget, and resource management.
- Experience working on projects for people who have experienced forced migration, particularly, in the refugee employment sphere would be desirable.
- Empathy & Emotional Awareness - Ability to hear accurately and understand unspoken, partly expressed thoughts, needs and concerns of others
- Data Analysis - A strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation methodologies, the measurement of project and social impact and sufficiently numerate to be highly competent at analysing data sets.
- Self-motivated - Highly entrepreneurial, flexible, and committed to getting things done
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including:
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays.
- Pension scheme – we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
- Life Insurance – up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
- Health Cash Plan – cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
- Season ticket / travel to work loan.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- On Friday the office closes at 3pm.
- We encourage flexible working/working from home and offer a range of flexible working options
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
World Jewish Relief values equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and we encourage applications from candidates of all ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, genders, sex, sexual orientations, ages, disability, faiths (or non), marital status (or non), that meet the criteria set out for this role.
We are striving to build a team reflective of the communities we work with. People with refugee or asylum-seeking backgrounds are experts by experience and are particularly encouraged to apply for this position. If you have first-hand experience of forced migration, please let us know in your application. Additionally, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements that are listed within the person specification.
We respect that people’s identity is not defined by their past experiences and do not expect candidates to describe their lived experience during the interview process unless they wish to do so.
You don’t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must be committed to our faith-based values of Justice, Kindness, Repairing the World and Welcoming the Stranger. We are inspired by these values to work beyond our community, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.
To apply
Please upload your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet you the criteria in the person specification.
Please refer to the person specification which shows which criteria will be assessed in your CV and cover letter.
Bringing life-changing action to people in crisis around the world
Trusts & Foundations Manager - Disasters Emergency Committee (London) £40,560 per year - Full-time, 3-year Fixed Term Contract
Are you ready to make a global impact? Join the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) as our Trusts & Foundations Manager and help us raise millions for humanitarian crises worldwide!
This new role is key to our 2024-2029 strategy, increasing funds for both emergency appeals and our core costs. You'll be at the forefront of our fundraising efforts, ready to spring into action when disaster strikes.
What we offer:
- Central London office location
- Hybrid working options (circa 2 days a month in the office, full time during appeals, with travel and accommodation paid for during this time)
- Opportunity to work with 15 leading UK aid charities
- Chance to make a real difference in global humanitarian efforts
Your role as Trusts & Foundations Manager:
- Lead strategic development of our trusts and foundations portfolio
- Secure five and six-figure donations for emergency appeals
- Develop compelling proposals and presentations
- Manage relationships with high-profile funders
You'll excel in this role if you have:
- Experience in securing large donations from trusts and foundations
- Strong project management skills
- Excellent writing and communication abilities
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
At DEC, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's raised over £2.4 billion since 1963. Your work will directly support people affected by disasters and conflicts around the world.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Join us in our mission to save lives and protect livelihoods in times of crisis.
Want to use your fundraising skills to make a global difference? Apply now and be part of our life-saving work!
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.
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World Jewish Relief created the Specialist Training and Employment Programme (STEP) for refugees in 2016 and today we are the largest provider of specialist employment support to refugees in the UK.
STEP provides a bespoke employment programme that addresses the complex barriers that refugees face when preparing for, and ultimately finding work in the UK. We now have an exciting opportunity for Team Managers to join the STEP team, to oversee a team of 15 to 20 Remote Employment Advisors who provide employment support to refugee clients across the UK.
You will be responsible for:
- Providing effective leadership, guidance, and support to a team of Employment Advisors
- Monitoring and management of workflow for STEP Employment Advisors
- Provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to enhance the performance and professional growth of team members.
- Quality assurance of STEP programme delivery
- Management of the referral process for STEP participants
- Monitoring and Reporting (programme outcomes and budget)
About you
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Proven experience in a supervisory or team leadership role, preferably within a refugee support or employment-related context.
- Strong understanding of the refugee context in the UK and the challenges faced in accessing jobs, education, and training.
- Demonstrable ability to motivate, develop, and manage a team, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and stakeholders.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Competency in speaking another language is desirable e.g. Amharic, Arabic, Dari/Pashto, Dinka Farsi, Kurdish, Ormo, Somali, Tigrinya, Turkish
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including:
- 23 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays.
- Pension scheme – we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
- Life Insurance – up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
- Health Cash Plan – cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
- Season ticket / travel to work loan.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- On Friday the office closes at 3pm.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
World Jewish Relief promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We invite and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates of different ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation and of faith or none that meet the criteria set out for this role. You don’t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must share our desire to assist those who need help based on their vulnerability, not their identity, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.
To apply
Please upload your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria in the person specification.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 8th October
Bringing life-changing action to people in crisis around the world
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!
World Jewish Relief created the Specialist Training and Employment Programme (STEP) for refugees in 2016 and today we are the largest provider of specialist employment support to refugees in the UK.
STEP provides a bespoke employment programme that addresses the complex barriers that refugees face when preparing for, and ultimately finding work in the UK. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Programme Assistant to join the STEP team. You will play a crucial role in assisting Employment Advisors to provide employment support to refugee clients across the UK.
You will be responsible for:
- Supporting with administration and management of programmes, including regular reporting
- Supporting Employment Advisors with client referrals and other general support
- Assisting with the ongoing monitoring and impact measurement of programmes
- Analysing results and identify trends to use data to drive changes and improve quality of programmes.
- Answering referral phone line
- Supporting referral process and management of referrals
- Eligibility assessments of prospective clients
- Triaging enquiries from case workers and public
About you
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Previous administrative / team support experience
- A high level of administrative skills including a good knowledge of Microsoft packages and databases
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy across every aspect of your work
- High levels of efficiency and the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
- Ability to use your own initiative and make independent decisions.
- Competency in speaking another language is desirable e.g. Amharic, Arabic, Dari/Pashto, Dinka Farsi, Kurdish, Ormo, Somali, Tigrinya, Turkish
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including:
- 23 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays.
- Pension scheme – we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
- Life Insurance – up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
- Health Cash Plan – cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
- Season ticket / travel to work loan.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- On Friday the office closes at 3pm.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
World Jewish Relief promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We invite and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates of different ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation and of faith or none that meet the criteria set out for this role. You don’t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must share our desire to assist those who need help based on their vulnerability, not their identity, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.
To apply
Please upload your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria in the person specification.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 8th October
Bringing life-changing action to people in crisis around the world
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Turn your back on dull statutory audit assignments and take your audit skills global, into a truly rewarding and challenging new sector, where your work is critical to the success of NGO development projects.
Our partner is providing essential assurance services to a number of large institutions around the world, this specialist team works closely with global clients such as UNICEF, The Gates Foundaton & The World Bank – delivering and managing international development grant-funded programmes. This long established, diverse and multi-lingual team are global leaders in this field
This role is on the frontline of this globally focussed department travelling internationally, meeting clients, colleagues and auditees. Leading meetings, leading audit teams, writing audit reports. Representing the department in person in front of multiple partners and stakeholders. Contributing to the success of critical development projects worldwide - focused on public healthcare, education, disease prevention, and conservation across the developing world. The role offers travel experiences (post pandemic) that very few other roles can match. You will
- Prepare a tailored plan for all assignments based on a good understanding of the terms of reference and the applicable contractual conditions
- Lead opening meetings with clients and auditees and present the audit findings clearly and credibly at closing meetings
- Lead assignment fieldwork teams, including locally based staff, on overseas assignments, or work alone
- Demonstrate the ability to identify issues and areas of non-compliance on an assignment and write them up as findings in a detailed, precise and clear way in the assignment report
- Be able to work to tight deadlines and manage time effectively
- Be prepared to be out of the office on international assignments for up to 40% of the time*
Key skills required..
- A genuine interest in International Development and making a difference.
- A love of international travel, preferably with experience of working or volunteering internationally
- A second language, especially French, Spanish, German, Portuguese and Arabic
- A professional accountancy qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
- An ability to communicate in a professional, constructive and respectful manner
- A proven track record in audit work
"A fantastic way to break into the International Development sector"
Why work for us?
At CARE International UK we affirm the dignity, potential and contribution of participants, donors, partners and staff. Our actions are consistent with our mission. We are honest and transparent in what we do and say and accept responsibility for our collective and individual actions. We work together effectively to serve the larger community. We constantly challenge ourselves to the highest levels of learning and performance to achieve greater impact.
At CARE International UK, we are committed to creating a workplace that fosters innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We believe in making a difference and offer you the opportunity to contribute to impactful humanitarian work. Our supportive environment, emphasis on professional development, and dedication to diversity and inclusion make CARE an exceptional place to advance your career.
We are seeking a Risk and Internal Audit Manager to lead our risk management and internal audit initiatives. This critical role involves developing a robust risk management framework, conducting thorough internal audits, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of humanitarian issues and standards, including codes of conduct and accountability principles, and possess a working knowledge of French or Spanish. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders are essential.
About you
You are a highly skilled professional with a Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (CIA) certification or a full CCAB qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA). Your extensive experience in risk management and internal audit, particularly within an international NGO or a similar environment, equips you with the necessary expertise to excel in this role. You are a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, capable of engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels. Your analytical prowess and problem-solving abilities, combined with your self-motivation and proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, set you apart.
About the role
As the Risk and Internal Audit Manager, you will play a pivotal role in fortifying our organisation by overseeing both risk management and internal audit operations. You will develop and manage CARE International UK’s risk management framework, maintain and update the organisation’s risk register, and provide regular risk management reports. You will also develop and execute an annual internal audit plan, ensuring compliance with recognised auditing standards. Your role involves coordinating with various CARE entities and overseeing specialist audits in areas like cybersecurity and GDPR. International travel will be required to support CARE International UK funded programmes.
About CARE
CARE International is one of the world’s leading humanitarian and development charities. We fight poverty and injustice in the world’s most vulnerable places. We save lives in disasters and conflicts. We stand with women, girls and their communities to achieve lasting change for a better future.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
CARE International UK is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We are committed to dismantling harmful and oppressive structures of power and accordingly centre gender equity in our work to save lives, fight poverty and achieve social justice. The post holder agrees to promote and uphold these principles.
CARE International UK operates fair, transparent and non-discriminatory recruitment practices and actively encourages applications from candidates from a variety of backgrounds, and with a range of skills and experiences. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates from Black and minoritised communities, LGBT+ candidates and disabled candidates.
CARE International UK is a disability confident employer. As part of our commitment to disability inclusion we guarantee interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role. To be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme please complete the relevant section in the online application form. If at any stage of the recruitment process you require reasonable adjustments, including a copy of the recruitment pack in large print or an alternative format, please contact our HR Team (contact details provided in the recruitment pack).
Safeguarding
CARE International UK has a zero-tolerance approach to any harm to, or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or a child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. Recruitment to all jobs in CARE International UK includes, in particular, criminal record checks and the collection of relevant references. Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do.
To Apply:
To apply, please visit our website, download and read the Risk and Internal Audit Manager Recruitment Pack, including the Job Description and Person Specification. Applications are completed online. If you require a copy of the recruitment pack in large print or an alternative format please contact our HR Team (contact details provided in the recruitment pack). Please note, Curriculum Vitae’s (CVs) will not be accepted.
Contract type: 24 months fixed term contract
Closing date: 30 September 2024 at 11pm
Interview date: Week commencing 7 October 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
To support the Programme Finance Manager in running efficient and effective programme financial accounting, programme financial management and programme financial reporting processes in relation to AKF (UK)’s programmes and grants. To provide support to the full life cycle of grants: from donor concept notes/proposals to final reports. To maintain a close working relationship with AKF (UK) finance and programme teams and relevant staff from across the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) agencies and external donors as required.
Programme financial planning, management and reporting
In close consultation with the programmes/partnerships team:
• Support the design and implementation of effective quality controls to ensure compliance with donor requirements and to maintain appropriate donor stewardship, including through manuals, checklists, templates, and other tools
• Monitor spending and activity implementation and ensure regular scheduling of grants management meetings, alerting the Programme Finance Manager and Programmes/Partnerships team about significant under or overspend on a timely basis
• Maintain internal tools that track active grants, cost recoveries and cash balances and ensure they are kept up-to date
• Maintain internal tools tracking pipeline and secured funding (Awards Information Management System -AIMS) and ensure they are kept up-to-date
• Prepare financial information for internal reporting purposes, including (but not limited to) the quarterly CEO report, monthly dashboard and quarterly cash balances (co-finance) report.
Grants management and compliance
• Maintain the grants management tracker so that grants are properly recorded and monitored, ensuring that input from the Programmes/Partnerships team and the Programme Finance Manager are incorporated on a timely basis
• Undertake administrative tasks related to grants, including setting up of grant codes (pipeline and secured), collecting and forwarding information to different units and executing follow up tasks as required
• Review budgets for concepts/proposals, ensuring the inclusion of AKF(UK) costs, make recommendations for improvements and liaise with the programme/partnerships team and field units to ensure these are complete, accurate, consistent with the narrative, compliant with donor requirements, and correctly formatted for presentation to donors
• Support the preparation, review and submission process for donor financial (and narrative as relevant, e.g. ECHO) reports to ensure compliance with donor requirements; ensure reports are produced on time to a high standard and are consistent with the narrative
• Ensure timely submission of cash requests as required by donor contracts and internal sub-grant agreements
• Prepare donor and internal sub-grant agreements with AKDN agencies, field units, and implementing partners, including (but not limited to) those with co-financing
• Ensure that donor and AKDN rules are being adhered to regarding procurement, accounting, project expenditure, and implementation of activities through regular reporting, engagement with the field, and remote spot checks
• Carry out monitoring visits and audits on specific projects as necessary
• Assist in the preparation, support, and follow up of internal or external grant audits and expenditure verifications of AKDN field units, including direct liaison with auditors as required, and ensure that management (programmes and finance) is apprised, including through maintaining and updating the audit and disallowance summary
• Develop and deliver relevant training and reference material on grants management, including procurement, donor regulations, IATI, finance and reporting for Programme, Finance, and other field-based staff; act as a resource for agencies/field units on donor regulations and compliance
• Ensure all AKF (UK) direct grants are reflected on the IATI system, and update the required information on a quarterly basis
Audit, internal controls and risk
• Contribute on programme finance to all audits and statutory compliance in line with UK and AKF/AKDN regulations and compliance requirements
• In collaboration with field units, prepare due diligence assessments for potential new partners or donors and ensure these are refreshed periodically
• Troubleshoot financial, donor compliance and procurement-related queries identified through monitoring grants or as raised by management or field units
Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Programme Finance Manager or the Head of Finance and Operations. The role will involve travel to countries in which we operate grants. Normally this could be 2 – 3 trips per year.
Qualifications
• CCAB qualified accountant (desirable).
Experience
• 3 years relevant experience in financial accounting and financial reporting
• Experience of designing and managing effective administrative systems and procedures
• Experience of budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow management
• Experience working in international organisations or donor agencies including field-level implementation highly desirable
• Experience working with EC, ECHO, DFID or equivalent and familiarity with the various compliance rules and regulations highly desirable
Skills
• Good interpersonal, customer care and liaison skills with a wide range of stakeholders
• First rate oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines
• Ability to problem solve, working with both internal and external stakeholders to deliver results
• Ability to work in a multi-institution network within a multi-cultural environment
• Fluent in oral and written English
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
• Excellent numeracy, financial analysis, and financial presentation skills
• Ability to synthesise complex operational and financial details for reporting and presentation
Knowledge
• Broad understanding and experience of development issues and organisations
• Understanding of and appreciation for ADKN’s goals, values and ethics
• Knowledge of charity accounting
Application Details:
• Must have right to work in the UK
• Must include CV and a supporting statement that outlines why they want the role, why they want to work for AKF(UK) and how their experiences and skills to date will make them the most suitable applicant for the role.
• Closing Date: 30th September 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the Role
We are recruiting a new Business Development Manager (BDM) to join our team. This is a mid-senior level position in the organisation, reporting to the Deputy Head of Business Development. The successful candidate will be responsible for the sustainable growth of our Equal Education (EE) and Green Economies and Infrastructure (GEI) Portfolios working closely with technical portfolio leads. We are seeking candidates with significant experience in a business development or sales role, ideally within the international development sector.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Reports to:
Deputy Head of Business Development
Direct reports:
N/A
Location:
This is a UK based role. You must have eligibility to work in the UK.
SDDirect's Head Office is located in Old Street, London. We operate a hybrid working model with flexibility on the frequency of office visits. This can be discussed further during the recruitment process.
Appointment term:
12-month parental cover, Fixed term with possibility of extension
Remuneration Package:
This role is Band D with a salary range of £43,000 - £55,000. Salary upon appointment will be commensurate with experience and in line with team members in equivalent roles.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a Business Development Manager role (please see person specification below) within a cutting edge and growing international social development organisation. As a Business Development manager, you will identify and win new opportunities for the company. You will ensure and facilitate efficient bid development processes working closely with technical team colleagues, as well as finance, HR and programmes teams, to produce high-quality bids in a timely manner.
Business Development – Portfolio Management
· BD Lead on specific technical portfolios, acting as a liaison between the BD team and the technical team to proactively identify, track and win work in that technical area.
· Maintain accurate reporting of all sales activity.
· Manage a pipeline of opportunities.
· Attend donor market meetings (e.g. Early Market Engagement meetings) for relevant bids, engage in donor consultation and network with others as appropriate.
· Convene decision makers to make swift and informed decisions whether to bid or not.
· Lead on pre-positioning work to identify partners, team members and develop our approach (in collaboration with other colleagues) for new opportunities.
· Negotiate consortium roles on bids and develop a teaming agreement to reflect that.
· Lead on our response (with input from relevant colleagues) to direct approaches from clients to provide consultancy and research services.
· Regularly meet existing partners/clients to develop and maintain relationships and to proactively identify opportunities for further joint working.
· Develop relationships with potential new partners and clients.
· Play an active role in building and maintaining relationships with SDDirect’s Associates and network of consultants.
· Own and develop marketing materials that showcase portfolio work.
Bid Production
· Lead on and be responsible for technical and commercial proposal development (including budget), working closely with colleagues from our technical, project management and finance teams. For large bids, the technical and commercial roles may be performed by two people, though the technical lead will retain responsibility for the whole process.
· Produce job descriptions/terms of reference for specific roles on new programmes.
· Use company resources and networks as well as own contacts to identify and contract consultants.
· Agree and document all terms in-line with BD process.
· Ensure compliance requirements for each bid are in place, e.g. data protection, due diligence etc.
· Capture and share learning from tenders under areas of responsibility.
· Review contracts for work won against the contract checklist.
· Deliver handover to the Programmes Team for seamless mobilisation.
Communications
· Contribute to internal action to strengthen SDDirect as an organisation through participation in meetings, working groups and other fora.
System and Process
· Support the continuous improvement of BD Team performance.
· Actively participate in development of the BD Team annual workplan and objectives, taking a lead on agreed sections.
· Actively contribute to the development of BD Team systems and processes, proactively improving them where necessary.
· Record own time as required on Kimble, SDDirect’s time management system.
Legacy Administration Manager (2111)
Location: Oxford based (with flexibility to work from home within our hybrid working arrangements)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Salary: £49,601 - £61,887 FTE
Job Type: Open ended
Closing Date: 11 October 2024
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
Do you have experience in legacy administration within a charity, or are you legally qualified in UK or common law jurisdiction with demonstrable ability to handle legacy administration matters?
Are you able to exhibit a high level of sensitivity and self-awareness when dealing with bereaved family members?
Do you have practical experience of probate and relevant tax law?
If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you.
The Role:
In this role, you will provide an effective and empathetic legacy administration service, maximising Oxfam’s legacy income while maintaining a sympathetic approach to bereaved families.
What we are looking for:
We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.
An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:
- Self-Awareness (including how the way we perform our role relates to bereaved families and other charities).
- Agility, Complexity and Ambiguity (not least the tension between maximising income and recognising difficult cases where other claimants feel their entitlement should take priority).
- Sensitivity to bereaved family members.
- Either experience in legacy administration within a charity, or legally qualified in UK or common law jurisdiction with demonstrable ability to handle legacy administration matters (as Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive or in a bank or other provider of legacy administration services).
- Practical experience of probate and relevant tax law.
- Understanding of international dimension of transactions, ideally cross-border legacy administration matters such as tax and probate.
- Ability to work in a paperless environment and use appropriate IT systems.
- Numeracy skills.
- Ability to work equally in a detail-focused manner as well as big-picture oriented, so as to effectively prioritise workload and projects.
We offer:
We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits.
From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more.
Flexfam:
We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you.
How to apply:
As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.
Our values and commitment to safeguarding
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
About us
Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.
Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.
A thriving diverse Oxfam:
It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.
To do that:
- We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
- We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
- We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.
Who we are:
Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background.
Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen.
We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people helping themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.
Summary of the role:
As the Business Development specialist, you will be taking on a leadership role in the organisations plans for seeking growth in new markets through institutional relationships. These include (but are not limited to): the Middle East (Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait), Canada, and Europe. This is a senior technical position that performs a variety of complex business development work across the organisation.
About the Role:
- Develop donor and new market engagement strategies and associated implementation plans
- Engage internal and external senior stakeholders, influencing as needed to ensure that your team can maximise all opportunities.
- Engage, build and manage relationships with targeted donors in new selected markets. Coordinate efforts with other team members responsible for income generation from Trusts and Foundations, corporate donors, and high-net worth donors.
- Lead a comprehensive donor scoping and mapping exercise for donors in targeted new market. Continuously, update this mapping document based on engagement with prospective donors.
- Identify and track relevant upcoming funding opportunities – through advance intelligence gathering, partner relationships, and other available resources
- Provide grant management oversight on portfolio of grants funded by new Market donors and serve as primarily focal point for donor communications.
About You:
To be successful in this role you will need:
- Postgraduate degree in international development, sustainable livelihoods, humanitarianism, programme management, or equivalent.
- Understanding of development programmes design, implementation and evaluation.
- Knowledge of overseas markets and/or experience of successfully fundraising in a different market to the UK. Experience with Middle Eastern Donors is highly desirable.
- Experience of successfully fundraising and dealing with institutional donors and international donors, with a focus on Trusts and Foundations.
- Excellent technical skills in writing, editing, formatting, research, negotiation, and verbal communications.
- Excellent networking and influencing skills, both internal and external. Specifically experience of supporting cultural change within an organisation, influencing sideways and upwards to gain buy in and active support from senior staff as needed.
Why you should apply:
As the Business Development Specialist, you will play a critical role to support and improve the dynamic programmatic portfolio that Muslim Aid implements globally. In this position, you will lead the organisation's plans for growth in new markets through institutional relationships, You will work closely with partners, country offices, and donors, contributing to improving systems within the department. If you are looking for a new challenge and want to grow, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits you will enjoy if you work for us:
- 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Privilege days)
- Hybrid working
- Paid time off for medical appointments
- 2 hours lunch break on Fridays
- Time off in Lieu (TOIL)
- Pension Scheme
How to apply:
To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV.
Health Poverty Action (HPA) acts in solidarity with poor and marginalised communities in their struggle for health and social justice, recognising these injustices are often rooted in colonialism and imperialism (both historical and ongoing) and have strong racial and gender dimensions.
We develop and implement locally rooted and culturally appropriate solutions to improve health for communities in 10 countries across Central America, Asia and Africa. Alongside these global programmes, we campaign to change the unjust policies and practices that push people into poverty and destroy their health and tackle the powerful vested interests that sustain them.
As Partnership Officer, you will be the critical driver of growing our partnerships fundraising and ensuring that more people worldwide are able to realise their right to health.
- Job purpose: To help grow unrestricted income for Health Poverty Action through community and corporate partnerships.
- Location: Home-based, within commuting distance to London for events and meetings.
- Salary: £26,095 rising in length of service increments to £29,832.
- Responsible to: Head of Fundraising
- Annual leave: 25 days per year, plus the time between Christmas and New Year, plus bank holidays.
How to apply: Download and complete the application form available on our website.
This helps ensure fairness and consistency and is also a demonstration of your interest in the role; therefore, we will only consider those applications who use the application form.
Closing date: Wednesday, 2 October 2024 at 11:59 PM BST
Interview dates: Monday, 14 October and Tuesday, 15 October 2024
Your key responsibilities will be flexible. You’ll manage your workload and set objectives, priorities and deadlines with the Head of Fundraising. Your work will include:
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Partnerships Fundraising: You’ll lead and grow our partnerships fundraising portfolio by nurturing existing relationships and identifying new prospective partnerships. You will prepare proposals, pitches, and reports based on key funding needs, and implement stewardship plans to retain support, maximising partnership value.
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Community Fundraising: You’ll manage community-based fundraising efforts, including coordinating with other organisations. Develop new community fundraising initiatives and engage volunteers, working to maintain an established network of volunteers which support community fundraising activities.
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Events Fundraising: You will manage our fundraising events, including the London Marathon. This will include recruitment, resourcing, relationship-building and supporting our event participants in their fundraising efforts. We are also excited for you to develop and oversee other innovative and profitable one-off events.
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Fundraising Management: You will monitor and report on fundraising activities, manage relevant website pages, and ensure effective administration and record-keeping. You’ll need to stay abreast of industry trends and react accordingly to maximize opportunities.
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What else? We encourage you to be aware of all of Health Poverty Action’s work and any key developments which may affect it. When representing Health Poverty Action, you should communicate our work in a professional and passionate way.
At Health Poverty Action we celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst all our staff and everyone we work with. We actively support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. We are particularly keen to hear from ethnic minority candidates.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.