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Responsible to:
Director of Policy Research & Impact
Contract type:
Part-time working 3 days a week between Mon-Thur
Fixed-term contract for 18 months initially
Closing date:
21st July 2024 at 23:59
Interviews:
We will be interviewing on a rolling basis, please apply as soon as possible
Who we are
Speakers for Schools is the largest social mobility charity in the UK. We help to level the playing field between state and independent schools by giving all young people access to the same prestigious networks available to the top fee-paying schools.
We believe that by inspiring young people to explore their ambitions through our speaker programme, facilitating access to multi-day experiences of the world of work, and supporting young people to successfully seize opportunities available to them, then we can make a profound difference to the lives of young people, their future happiness and prosperity.
By 2028, our ambition is that every young person in the UK has access to high quality work experience. Yet today, less than half of young people leave secondary school having had any work experience whatsoever.
Role Summary
Speakers For Schools is looking for a senior and experienced Evaluation Manager to lead and oversee an impact evaluation of its newly funded programme, ‘IntoTech’. This role requires a dedicated professional to manage the day-to-day operations of an independent evaluation conducted by an external agency.
The Evaluation Manager will ensure the project is executed smoothly, meets its objectives, and delivers high-quality, actionable insights. This position is ideal for someone with strong project management skills, a solid background in evaluation methodologies, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
The Evaluation Manager works closely with the Director of Policy, Research and Impact and the Director of Programme and Delivery to ensure the successful implementation of the project. The successful candidate will be the main point of contact for the evaluation delivery, and it involves a great level of internal and external stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Key Duties / Responsibilities:
Strategic Purpose:
· Lead the evaluation project, ensuring it adheres to timelines, budget, and quality standards.
· Serve as the primary point of contact between the external evaluation agency, internal stakeholders and the funder.
· Monitor the progress of the evaluation, addressing any issues that arise and ensuring that milestones are met.
· Make informed, timely, and effective decisions to drive the project forward. The candidate should be able to analyse complex situations, consider various perspectives, and choose the best course of action to resolve issues and make progress.
Engagement:
· Coordination and facilitation of effective communication and collaboration among all parties involved, including staff, partners, and the evaluation agency.
· Build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of internal stakeholders, including the Programmes and Delivery Directorate, Technology and Data team and Communications
· Collaborate with the Data Compliance team to ensure adherence to data integrity and security standards
· Prepare and present regular updates to senior management and the funding body, highlighting key findings and progress.
Delivery:
· Conduct regular checks and audits to ensure data quality, completeness, and integrity.
· Work closely with the evaluators to address any discrepancies or issues identified during data collection or analysis.
· Develop a how-to-guide for future impact evaluations for the charity and design a knowledge transfer tool during the course of the project
· Develop and implement processes for data validation and verification to improve accuracy and reliability.
· Adherence to data compliance, standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure our data integrity and consistency.
· Ensure safeguarding best practices are embedded in all organisational activities.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties required.
Skills / Experience / Knowledge:
Essential
· Minimum of 5 years of experience in evaluation, impact or a related field.
· Knowledge and experience of both quantitative & qualitative research and evaluation methods, tools and techniques
· Highly numerate and computer literate, including advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills, as well as a wider range of project management, CRM and internal communication tools
· Experience in analysing, interpreting and presenting data; Familiarity with evaluation methodologies and best practices
· Strong verbal and written communication skills
· Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality
· Able to develop and lead strong internal and external relationships
· Proactive and positive problem solver, self-starter and start-finisher
Desirable
· Knowledge of the specific sector related to the funding (e.g., education, technology, community development, careers education/employability).
· Skill in developing training and professional development programmes to build the capacity of staff and partners to contribute to impact and quality efforts.
· The ability to identify innovative approaches and technologies that can enhance impact and quality for the charity in the long term
· Familiarity with quality assurance frameworks
Speakers for Schools Values
PASSION:
We are committed to levelling the playing field for young people across the UK, creating social mobility and tackling disadvantages.
AGILITY:
We challenge our ideas of what is possible in order to better meet the needs of those we support. We are human, make mistakes, learn, evolve and adapt.
INTEGRITY:
We act with empathy and bring our authentic selves to work every day. We value and respect the talent, time and intentions of those we work with.
COLLABORATION:
We are one team with one mission and only by working together can we deliver better outcomes for young people. We support each other unconditionally and feel motivation in shared success as well as individual progress.
DIVERSITY:
We know it takes people with different ideas, strengths, identities, interests, and cultural backgrounds to make our organisation succeed. We encourage constructive debate and critical friendship.
Benefits offered at Speakers for Schools:
· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and option to purchase annual leave
· Morning of your birthday off
· Pension scheme
· 3 voluntary days per year
· Wellbeing programme
· Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption package
· Subsidised office furniture
· £500 a year training allowance
Diversity at our core
Speakers for schools is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and encouraging equality and diversity among our workforces. As a Disability Confident Employer, we acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to us.
The Application Process:
Please apply as soon as possible by submitting your application through our recruitment portal.
The deadline to submit your application is 21st July 2024 at 23:59.
We will be interviewing on a rolling basis, please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Please note that we reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Speakers for Schools is committed to safeguarding the young people we work with and expects all staff members to share this commitment. Appointees are subject to a DBS check. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. You are also required to have the Right to Work in the UK for this role.
If you have not heard from us two weeks after the closing date, please presume your application has been unsuccessful.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Worshipful Company of World Traders
Clerk and Assistant Clerk
Clerk: £40,000 per annum for 3 days per week. (Pro rata FTE of £66,600)
Assistant Clerk: £15,000 per annum for 2 days per week (Pro rata FTE of £37,500)
Place of Work: Home based - with some travel, primarily to the City of London
As a livery company our membership is drawn from the international trade fraternity, with the aim of raising the awareness and understanding of, and standards of practice within, world trade. We are
101st in the Order of Precedence of the London 111 Livery Companies. Our motto is “Commerce and Honest Friendship with All” which is taken from Thomas Jefferson’s Inaugural Presidential Address.
Since 1988 the Company’s hallmark annual event is the Tacitus Lecture, one of the largest intellectual events in The City of London’s calendar. This provides a platform for both independent and positive discussion and the encouragement of world trade amongst a broad range of nationalities and cultures.
Clerk: The ideal candidates should:
- Demonstrate strategic awareness with the ability to deliver agreed objectives
- Be flexible, able to work under pressure across multiple roles, be adaptable to change
- Have excellent hands-on administrative and organisational abilities
- Have excellent verbal, written, presentation and communication skills
- Have confident and up-to-date IT and social media skills
- Demonstrate sound financial management
- Be comfortable managing formal ceremonial events and the protocols involved
- Be friendly and approachable, with excellent people skills and an ability to inspire confidence
- Be a team player with commitment and energy
- Become – or be already - well networked in The City of London
- Be based within easy reach of The City of London
Assistant Clerk: The ideal candidates should demonstrate:
- · Commercial experience gained in a public, charity or private sector organisation
- · Sound administrative, IT and organisational skills
- · Sound financial acumen and business development skills
- · Effective and dependable leadership able to work in a small team
- · Excellent communication and ambassadorial skills
- · Proven experience of successful event and hospitality management
- · An understanding of and an interest in the heritage and role of the City of London
HOW TO APPLY
Please download further details of the positions from our website: Marylebobe Executive Search
For an informal confidential discussion call Richard Evans or Kevin Everett
Apply online with a full Curriculum Vitae detailing your skills and experience together with a Covering Letter clearly outlining your motivation to undertake the role and how you meet the competencies required for the position as stated in the Person Specification
Closing date for applications: 12 August 2024
Long List interviews: 14 - 22 August 2024
Final Panel Interviews for the Clerk: 3 September 2024
For Assistant Clerk TBC
To find out more visit: Worhipful Company of World Traders wbsite
The Company embraces all aspects of diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the Community.
Westminster Almshouses Foundation
42 Rochester Row, Westminster, London SW1P 1BU
Clerk
Salary Pro rata 3 days per week of £70,000 + benefits
Founded in 1665 the Westminster Almshouses Foundation provides sheltered housing for those over sixty with limited means. It comprises of 41 one bed units all on one site. In addition, the charity provides grants to relieve hardship to individuals, and to local organisations supporting those who are vulnerable or in need.
The successful candidate will have:
- · Comparable experience and understanding of the problems/needs of the elderly, health and social services,
- · A working knowledge of welfare and other benefits
- · A working knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults
- · Knowledge and understanding of Grants Management
- · Evidence of previous relevant experience in a similar role preferably in a charity or related organisation
- · Demonstrable financial literacy
- · Evidence of effective team management
- · Excellent written and oral communication skills and a good eye for detail
- · Degree level equivalent or relevant professional qualification(s)
We are seeking to appoint to this position a person who:
- · Is a natural leader
- · Has the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
- · Can demonstrate empathy towards the elderly.
- · Has a positive “can do” attitude.
- · Is non-judgmental and supportive.
- · Understands confidentiality.
- · Is practical.
We look forward to your application.
Please download further details of the position from our website at Marylebone Executive Search
Apply online with a CV and personal statement addressing the person specification.
Closing date for applications: 12 August 2024
Long List interviews: 14 – 22 August – 2024
Final Panel Interviews & Candidate visits: 12 September 2024
Established in 1995, the Trust is the only charity devoted entirely to Sherwood – the world’s best loved forest. Independent of any political, commercial or Government body, the Trust works to protect, preserve and promote this unique heritage landscape. We have been, and continue to be, committed to various projects aimed at conserving the history and heritage of this historic woodland, nurturing biodiversity and fostering community and cultural engagement. From tree planting initiatives to wildlife conservation efforts and telling the story about the peoples of Sherwood Forest, our work is driven by a passion for safeguarding this national treasure for generations to come.
In our new Chief Executive, we are looking for an individual who will provide leadership and identify and secure new sources of income to enable the Trust to continue on a firm financial footing alongside managing our staff and engaging with key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
· Provides the strategic lead & champions the work of the SFT to external stakeholders.
· Manages the effective implementation of the business strategy and work programmes.
· Secures ongoing funding, including identification of new growth areas, work programme opportunities and diverse funding streams.
· Ensures effective and responsible control of finances in accordance with business strategy and SFT charitable objectives.
· Provides the Board of Trustees with appropriate and timely advice, regular progress reports and key performance metrics.
· Provides performance management and development support to staff, ensuring that they have clear objectives and the right skills to achieve them.
· Ensures compliance with charity law, statutory requirements and relevant guidance, via sound governance.
· Maintains personal expertise, remaining aware of new trends and focussing on continuous professional development.
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience of working in an organisation with environment, conservation or heritage at its core.
- Operated as a CEO or senior executive, with proven leadership and change management skills.
- Detailed understanding of P&L, budgeting, balance sheets, cash flow, income statements.
· Excellent verbal, written and digital communication skills, with the diplomacy required to effectively manage a wide range of stakeholders.
· A track record of initiating/developing new business and income streams.
· Ability to regularly attend the SFT office and other key locations within the Sherwood area.
Desirable
· Experience of working in charity/third sector organisation.
· Degree level education or equivalent.
· Familiarity with diverse business functions such as marketing, PR, finance.
· Experience of providing leadership of a dispersed team.
· Experience of working with and developing a positive, robust relationship with a Board of Trustees
· Experience of working with and managing volunteers.
· Knowledge of charity-related legislation and regulation, including its application and best practice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
In a dynamic and values-driven environment, this is an exciting role with a combination of shaping the fundraising strategy, pursuing specific high-value opportunities, and building the fundraising capacity of a wider team of colleagues in different departments.
Citizens UK is the UK’s biggest, most diverse, and most effective people-powered alliance.
We bring together everyday people and local organisations to build a better, fairer society. Together, we make change on the issues that matter, from campaigning for zebra crossings on dangerous roads, to reforming the immigration system, to the Living Wage campaign.
We have 600 local community organisations in membership, 4,000+ active community leaders, 15,000 Living Wage employers, and have improved millions of lives through hundreds of successful local and national campaigns.
In a dynamic and values-driven environment, this is an exciting role with a combination of shaping the fundraising strategy, pursuing specific high-value opportunities, and building the fundraising capacity of a wider team of colleagues in different departments. This role reports to the Director of Finance and Operations and sits in the HQ team alongside our communications and campaign functions. At Citizens UK, fundraising is a shared responsibility across teams and we have a growing income base from a range of sources. This role will provide expertise and coordination to maximise the fundraising success of colleagues in different teams, while also supporting and/or leading on some cross-organisation major opportunities. We are looking for someone with some experience and knowledge of fundraising, particularly with UK grants and foundations, and someone who’s keen to bring their expertise and skills together with others to achieve success.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join a passionate, dynamic and expert team, committed to unlocking the power of Black history to inspire and empower.
An experienced, driven and proactive Senior Funsraising Manager is wanted for the role at Black Cultural Archives, Brixton. You will secure funding for the preservation of the archives and celebration of Black history. Our ideal candidate is a talented, enthusiastic and experienced Fundraiser, with knowledge of corporate, trust and major giving. Don't just be a Fundraiser, be a changemaker and transform the appreciation of Black history for generations to come.
SALARY: £48,000 pro rata
Part-time: 4 days a week
Reporting to: Lisa Anderson, Managing Director
BASED AT: Black Cultural Archives (BCA) Headquarters, Brixton
Exciting leadership opportunity for a talented, passionate fundraiser!
Black Cultural Archives (BCA) is looking for a Fundraiser to join our team of inspirational change-makers. Reporting to the Managing Director and working alongside the Deputy Director, Marketing and Programme Managers, you will drive our ambitious fundraising plans.
This role will work towards the strategic aim of making BCA resilient, flexible and entrepreneurial. The role will oversee and manage all fundraising income streams, in particular, cultivating and securing income from our list of prospects, producing high-quality proposals and impact reports.
If you have a passion for the importance of cultural heritage, history and education, coupled with a track record of successful fundraising, we want to hear from you! Apply now to make your mark and play a pivotal role in the future of Black Cultural Archives.
#BCA #SeniorFundraiser#Fundraising #BlackBritishHistory #JobOpening #JobOpportunity #Culture #Education
About Black Cultural Archives (The BCA)
Inspired by Pan-African civil rights leader Queen Mother Moore, our founders established Black Cultural Archives in 1981 with a mission to create Britain's first archive-museum dedicated to representing the culture and history of Black people in Britain. Today we are a national institution dedicated to collecting, preserving, and celebrating the histories of Black people in Britain in order inspire and give strength to society. Our work falls into three areas: Collect and Activate - covering the work of our collections team to make our archive materials accessible for research and knowledge production, Educate and Inspire= covering the work of our learning team and workforce development projects to support Black history education and heritage skills development, and Celebrate and Champion - covering our exhibition and events programme that encourages engagement with the knowledge held within our archives.
What we need from you
As a talented fundraiser, developing new business across various income streams, you will possess fantastic written and verbal communication skills, and have a proven ability to successfully apply these to a range of products and audiences in order to increase income.
You will be able to balance the needs of the audience and organisation and ideally, you'll also have some experience of managing events, and genuinely care about giving outstanding support to your stakeholders in order to generate more money.
You will grow to understand our potential donor pool and hold a vital role in planning events and coordinating other activities to encourage donations and help us move toward our vision of being the home of Black British history. You will work with a close-knit, enthusiastic team under the Managing Director to meet and exceed fundraising goals.
You will have a proven track record of generating income by writing high-value trusts and foundation proposals and the ability to build and influence relationships at all levels. You will be a creative and emotive storyteller with the ability to work independently and proactively.
Want to join an award-winning organisation?
As a national institution we aim to reach as many people as we can! That means that our small and friendly team of dedicated professionals enjoy roles with a wide range of responsibilities, all aimed at making a difference. You will be at the forefront of representing one of the most respected and high-profile cultural heritage charities in the country. And that's not all! All our team benefit from:
- Continual development opportunities
- Attractive salary and benefits package
- A chance to join an organisation that makes a real difference
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter. Any questions relating to the role, please contact Kirsty.duffey@ hrdept .co .uk
Key Notes:
- We cannot sponsor visa applications. This role is only open to people who have the right to work in the UK.
- You will be expected to work some public holidays in line with the public programme, when time off in lieu will be given in return.
Closing date for applications: Friday 5th July.
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 you
You’ll definitely be someone who loves working at a high level and has solid experience of providing close support to the Chief Executive. You are collaborative with excellent communication skills. You have excellent attention to detail and will thrive in a fast paced environment with strong organisation skills. You’ll be experienced in using various means of software with experience of managing a Chief Executive’s diary and liaising with external contractors.
About the role
This is a varied role; from managing the Chief Executive’s office effectively and proactively, to organising and coordinating general office procedures and administration of the office.
About us
Carers UK is the leading national charity for unpaid carers. Our support, advice, information and campaigning work are now needed more than ever, as unpaid carers are providing more and more care, adversely impacting on their own health and wellbeing. We exist to make life better for carers and bring about lasting change.
Diversity and inclusion
Carers UK is committed to becoming a diverse and truly inclusive organisation. We strive to create a workplace where our colleagues and volunteers can truly be themselves and feel like they belong and constantly seek to ensure all voices are heard.
To embrace this culture of diversity, our employee and volunteer recruitment should reflect our stakeholders and the society that we serve and support, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, physical abilities, disabilities or religious practices. We value individual diversity and are actively building diverse teams here at Carers UK and value our colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds.
As a membership charity for carers, we particularly seek employees and volunteers with a real understanding of the issues faced by carers. Reasonable adjustments can be made to the process and role dependent on the needs of the applicant.
At Carers UK we want our application process to be as accessible as possible. If you need any adjustments to apply please email the recruitment team to discuss.
The closing date for applications is 5pm, 24 July 2024
Carers UK anonymises all applications prior to shortlisting.
Carers UK reserves the right to appoint at any stage, should an outstanding candidate emerge.
Carers UK are actively interviewing as we receive applications.
Carers UK may carry out online and social media checks as well as seek references before a formal offer is made.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
London W14
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 p.a. (FTE)
Direct Reports: 3 x Senior Managers (overall 25 staff)
Arrangements: Hybrid: 3 days p/w in office, 2 days p/w remote; Full time or 4 days p/w p/t
We are recruiting a new Chief Executive Officer to develop and implement our new strategy and to inspire, motivate and lead the staff team to better serve and support Hammersmith and Fulham Mencap service users and work with our key stakeholders.
You will have a proven track record of leadership and fundraising/income generation (obtained in charity or commercial, public or private sectors); the vision to increase HF Mencap’s reach and impact; strong financial acumen; a warm and engaging personality; outstanding communication skills and the ability to relate very well to our community of service users, carers and families.
Crucially, you will have a strong commitment to and understanding of the nature of HF Mencap and our work and values: HF Mencap gives those with learning disabilities and autism the opportunity to achieve their full potential and live as independently as they can.
To request the Candidate Brief, please contact
Sara Kyte or Jonathan Lester - Kyte Lester Appointments
Closing date: 16 July 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Growing Hope is a charity providing free therapy for children and young people with additional needs in partnership with local churches across the UK. We aim to grow hope for children, hope for families and hope in Jesus. Growing Hope was founded in December 2017 and has a vision to see 20 clinics set up across the UK by 2030. We currently have five clinics, King’s Cross, Brockley, High Wycombe, Gateshead and Redbridge. We worked with over 500 children, young people, parents, carers, siblings and professionals in 2023.
Role Summary:
We are recruiting an Operations Officer who will support with operations across the charity. This includes supporting the team with administration, finance, training and fundraising. We are seeking an individual who is flexible and adaptive in their approach, and has excellent attention to detail, IT and communication skills. We are open to candidates who have a strong work ethic and are keen to learn and develop the essential skills for the role. We are looking for employees who are committed to Growing Hope’s vision and values and can demonstrate these both within their interview and as they complete their job role. Growing Hope values:
- Hope - We believe Jesus brings hope to children, young people and families, even in the most difficult situations, and that underpins everything we do.
- Community - We are accepting of all and want everyone to know they are seen, heard and belong.
- Courage - We are brave, choosing honesty over comfort, and tackling problems because we want to change lives.
- Innovation - We are innovative, flexible and creative in our approach, always aiming for excellence.
- Generosity - We look out for others and share our time, encouragement, finances and skills.
Job Purpose
Growing Hope is a national charity with a growing number of clinics across the UK. This operations role will provide support across the Growing Hope national staff team. This will include support with administration, finance, fundraising and training. This role is key in enabling all the functions of the national charity to run smoothly and effectively. The role will be based in King’s Cross with occasional events outside of the office.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will be discussed and developed as the charity continues to grow. It is anticipated that this time will be flexible and adjusted according to the needs and priorities at the time. Specifically the role with include:
IT administration
- Administration of IT systems, logins and spreadsheets for the team, volunteers, staff and freelancers (keeping these up to date and amending systems as required).
- Ordering and setting up IT hardware and software for individuals joining the team.
- Oversight of IT systems used by Growing Hope including ticket tailor, jot form, mail chimp, Microsoft office, google adverts and tracking. Supporting with problem solving when issues arise.
- Overseeing and training others in Canopy (clinic administration software) and helping support and problem solve with using this. This includes liaising with a freelance software developer to manage the development project.
HR administration
- Oversight of the recruitment checking process for new volunteers, trustees, freelancers and employees. This includes carrying out DBS checks, calling referees, chasing for references and communicating with individuals as they start with Growing Hope.
- Management of the ‘internal news’ list in order to track individuals working closely with the charity.
- Writing, drafting and sending out HR letters, contracts and contract variations.
- Organising internal events on behalf of the team including away days, training days and ad hoc events.
- Organising online training as required for members of the Growing Hope team.
Office Support
- Overseeing the day to day office and building use including the alarm, maintenance visits, wifi, printer and other equipment. This includes liaising with other individuals who have office use.
- Liaising with the Director of Operations around the use of the office.
- Ordering office supplies as required, ensuring office space and storage is kept organised.
- Supporting with external events planning including finding venues, sponsorship and items needed.
- Ordering equipment as required across the team.
- Ad hoc tasks as required across the team.
Volunteer admin support
- Processing volunteer applications and induction as required.
- Oversight of volunteers using the office space on a day to day basis. Including allocating volunteer tasks and explaining and supporting with these as required.
- Managing volunteer IT access.
General
- Sending letters and emails and making phone calls as required.
- Logging all actions on Salesforce database.
- Maintain data protection & confidentiality in line with Growing Hope’s policy.
- Ensure adherence to Safeguarding and wider Growing Hope policies.
- Actively contributing to staff prayer meetings and upholding Growing Hope’s Christian values.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in working in the charity sector, an interest in additional needs and inclusion are highly desirable.
ESSENTIAL
- This role has an Occupational Requirement to be a Christian, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010. Excellent copywriting and proof-reading skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills.
- Ability to work with Microsoft word, excel, outlook and ppt efficiently and effectively.
- Ability to understand and work with back end IT systems such as wordpress, google admin suite and azure.
- Ability to take initiative and have a flexible approach to tasks.
- Commitment to Growing Hope’s vision. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, as the task requires
DESIRABLE
- Experience, interest in or commitment to a career in additional needs and inclusion.
- Experience of working in the charity/NGO sector.
- Experience of other IT systems such as quickbooks, mailchimp and ticket tailor.
Championing accessibility and providing free therapy for children and young people with additional needs, in partnership with local churches
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job description and person specification
Salary: £27,291 - £31,974 FTE (depending on skills and experience)
Contract: Permanent, Part-time (28 hours per week)
Reporting to: Head of Finance, Training, and Operations
Reports from: People and Culture Officer, IT and Data Officer
Location: Sevenoaks Wellbeing Centre, with flexible working options including part-time remote work.
About West Kent Mind
West Kent Mind enriches lives through better mental health by offering support to get well, stay well, and thrive. As an ambitious, award-winning organisation and a proud member of the Mind federation, we value collaboration, partnership, creativity, and growth. Working with us means engaging in projects that positively impact people's lives, fostering personal growth, and finding satisfaction in the work accomplished. You will be surrounded by supportive individuals committed to making a difference, which can instill a sense of purpose and determination.
About the Role
As our Operations Lead, you will work closely with the Head of Finance, Training, and Operations to ensure smooth daily operations. You will oversee the day-to-day operational flow of the office, ensuring West Kent Mind runs efficiently and effectively.
Who You Are
Your experience can be paid or voluntary, full or part-time, in the UK or overseas.
- Project Management: Demonstrable project management experience and transferable skills to support others.
- Data Presentation: Ability to understand and present data effectively through reports and presentations.
- Process-Driven: Committed to delivering efficiency, consistency, and quality, optimising our charity resources.
- Tech-Savvy: Adaptable and willing to learn new systems and software in a modern office environment.
- Operational Advocate: Passionate about the importance of effective and efficient operational support.
What You Will Offer Us
- Sector Experience: Experience in a small organisation, with a focus on developing and delivering impactful operational support.
- Operational Support: Familiarity with providing high-quality support in a busy and varied environment.
- Efficiency: A knack for creating order and being the first point of contact for colleagues.
- Proactive Attitude: Eager and ready to tackle any task with a willing attitude.
- Microsoft Office Proficiency: Competent in using Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
- Communication Skills: Strong communicator, both face-to-face and in writing.
- Team Supervision: Some experience in supervising, coaching, and developing team members.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Expertise: Serve as the go-to expert for building and internal processes, supporting colleagues in their daily work.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Oversee Health and Safety, including annual inspections, policy development, training, and risk assessments.
- Contingency Planning: Maintain plans and registers to address potential risks and safeguard assets.
- Team Supervision: Supervise the People and Culture Officer and IT and Data Officer, maintaining standard operating procedures.
- Administrative Support: Assist with operational administrative support, contract management, and developing ad hoc projects.
Adopting Our Fundraising Culture
West Kent Mind values a fundraising culture where all staff, volunteers, and trustees contribute to fundraising efforts. Whether securing funding for your area, writing thank-you notes to donors, or creating testimonials for grant applications, everyone is expected to embrace this ethos.
Benefits
Passionate Team: Work with a dedicated team making a positive impact.
Holidays: 23 days a year, increasing with service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays. Additional three days between Christmas and New Year (pro-rata for part-time).
Learning: Opportunities for coaching, training, and professional development, including free Mental Health First Aid training.
Pension: Auto-enrollment in our pension scheme with a 3% salary contribution.
Employee Assistance Programme: Access to confidential advice, counseling, and online tools.
Application Process
Please refer to our website and the attached documents for the job description and person specification.
For informal discussions, contact us via the website. Send a current CV and a statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) evidencing how you meet the points under ‘Who you are’ and ‘What you will offer us’.
Due to application volume, we may not acknowledge every application.
Please complete an Equality & Diversity monitoring form on our website. This information is processed anonymously.
Interviews are scheduled for 22 and 23 July 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 17 July 2024.
Please note: You must provide evidence of the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions for this role. We cannot sponsor visas.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
St Ann’s Hospice is growing! Currently in the process of building a brand new hospice in Heald Green, this new role will build on the strengths of our existing Major Gifts fundraising programme to provide a significant contribution to our new build target and secure income for the future too.
- Researching, developing and managing a pipeline of HNWI in the hospice delivery area,
- Confidentially asking for gifts of five and six figures to support the work of the hospice
- Developing and writing persuasive funding proposals, propositions, cases for support and progress reports for donors.
- Supporting the fundraising development board to ensure appropriate membership and enable them to engage their networks in support of St Ann’s Hospice
- Monitoring Major Gift income and expenditure budgets, to analyse and produce monthly and quarterly management information.
You'll be looking forward to:
- 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
- Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rate for part-time)
- Heath cash plan
- Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
- Life cover
- Free parking
- Discounted lunches on site
- Flexibility to fit your work around your home life / hybrid working
If you're right for us you'll have:
- Degree level education or equivalent experience of research, proposal writing and business development.
- Experience of increasing income through building a portfolio of major donors including asking for and securing gifts over £50,000
- Proven experience of building strong relationships with a variety of key stakeholders for the generation of income
- Worked to a budget with a solid plan to achieve the target, including an assessment of risk and mitigating actions.
- The ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of donors
- Access to a car with full driving licence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A charitable organisation is currently recruiting a Head of Finance on an interim basis for approximately 6 months.
As the Head of Finance you have overall responsibility for the consolidated financial reporting and will support the Business Director to set the financial strategy and ensuring the Trustees are appropriately informed of the financial position of the Charity.
You will be responsible for the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets, management accounts and statutory accounts for presentation to the Trust and its Audit and Finance Committees. You will also provide advice on VAT, tax, trading companies and submit the quarterly VAT returns.
The Finance team acts very much as a partnering function for the wider organisation and you will maintain strong working relationships with external stakeholders.
If you are a qualified Accountant looking to take a step up and manage a small team this could be a great opportunity got you.
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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!
Join a team with a bold mission – at Swindon and Gloucestershire Mind, we are dedicated to reshaping the landscape of mental health and emotional wellbeing in our community. The Autism Practitioner will work with people across Swindon with Autism and mild to moderate mental health concerns at pre/post assessment stage. Your role is all about providing a collaborative and tailored approach.
What You'll Do:
Collaboration and Efficiency: Work hand-in-hand with other local agencies/organisations to effectively deliver a wide variety of wellbeing support for people with Autism.
Innovation and Empowerment: Channel your passion into providing evidence-based interventions, elevating the mental health and emotional well-being of the people we serve, while opening doors to life's possibilities.
We have 3 contracts available 2 x 30 hours and 1 x 17.5 hours per week
We provide advice and support to empower anyone in our local communities experiencing a mental health problem.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
THE ROLE: Part-time (30 hours per week) / Permanent / Job description and application pack (including details on our benefits) are available to download from our website.
Our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.
YMCA West Sussex Transitional Housing provides safe, secure accommodation for young people aged 18-25, who have been, or are at risk of homelessness. Our staff team comprises of Supported Housing Support Workers, Housing Mobile Night Workers and two Supported Housing Managers. We offer a support package alongside the accommodation to actively encourage residents into education, training, employment or voluntary work.
In delivering the role, you will work with the Deputy Supported Housing Manager and the wider housing team to provide effective day to day management of our transitional accommodation service. You will have your own caseload of residents, working creatively and effectively alongside young people to develop their assets and talents and to acquire the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives. You will contribute to the smooth and safe running of the service by providing consistency and reliability. You will have a calm, yet assertive manner, being able to handle potentially difficult situations. You will also support young people to safeguard themselves against abuse and risk. There will be times when lone working will be a requirement for this role.
This role is based on site in Horsham and will cover Transitional services across Horsham, Crawley, Burgess Hill and Worthing. Your working hours will be Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.
ABOUT YOU: We know that there are great candidates who will not fit everything described, or who have important skills we have not mentioned. If that is you, please do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.
This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people and will be able to actively encourage residents into education, training, and employment.
Ideally, you will have knowledge and experience of working with young people, knowledge of housing and welfare benefits, along with an awareness of all aspects of safeguarding. You will already be a team player but also able to work on your own initiative, along with clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT skills.
It is essential that you hold a current driving license and have access to a car for this role.
CLOSING DATE: 25 July 2024 at midnight. We reserve the right to close this advert early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK.
An inclusive workplace - We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. We encourage applications from people from all sections of the communities that we serve.
Accessibility - If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact us. If you are local to our Head Office in Hove, we can provide you with a paper copy of the job advert and application form.
YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure (including the Children’s barred list and the Adults’ barred list) via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Communications Officer to join the New Era team in Staffordshire, working 22.5hrs per week.
The Digital Communications Officer will work alongside our Education, Training and Awareness team to create and publish content on our online platforms to raise awareness of our domestic abuse services for victims and perpetrators and awareness of the impact of domestic abuse on those it affects.
What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:
- Flexible working options including hybrid working
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
- High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts
- Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
- Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
- Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About the role:
This role is based in Stafford, but may need to travel on occasion. We will consider hybrid working after completion of satisfactory probation period.
As a Digital Communications Officer you will be:
- managing our social media platforms
- ensuring our website is up to date and reviewing analytics
- assisting with the delivery of the local Communications Strategy
You will need:
- digital media skills
- a good understanding of domestic abuse
- excellent written communication skills
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
About Us:
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.