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As the Senior Systems and Transformation Manager, you will bring a wide range of experiences in managing major change projects, implementing an organisation wide approach to project management. You will be responsible for writing MyBnk’s ICT strategy, with process automation and AI integration high on the agenda, with a goal to increase efficiencies across MyBnk.
You will be part of the senior management team, and will be expected to embed yourself into the organisation, working with colleagues across the country to continue developing and growing MyBnk.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
People living with Parkinson's value the services and opportunities Parkinson’s UK provides, delivered by committed and skilled colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations. Following an investment of 1.5 million we have the opportunity to build on the quality and reach of our community services.
About the role
You’ll mobilise people to become part of a growing community in the East of England, taking action to improve the lives of everyone affected by Parkinson's. You’ll lead collaboration, joint planning, shared ownership and delivery of area plans to develop a people powered movement, uniting everyone behind a common vision.
You’ll be responsible for driving forward the charity’s strategic plans, working with the vision of the community in a designated geographical area. You’ll grow, facilitate and inspire a movement of people that is supported to have a positive impact and is reflective of the local community.
Your area of responsibility will cover Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk.
What you’ll do
- Be accountable for developing, overseeing delivery and evaluation of the local community development plan
- Create an inclusive model of feedback and collaboration that increases participation and involvement across diverse communities
- Source and analyse validated data and local intelligence to support the community to make informed decisions about priorities and evaluate interventions
- Build and develop local partnerships, collaborations, coalitions in order to achieve innovative and creative responses with positive outcomes that will meet identified needs
What you’ll bring
- Experience of people (staff and volunteer) management as well as a commitment to working collaboratively with volunteers, and demonstrable experience of engaging and maintaining relationships with stakeholders including those from diverse communities
- Experience of engaging and inspiring internal and external stakeholders to support and deliver organisational objectives
- Experience of facilitating and modelling a collaborative and transparent approach, which promotes trust, mutual respect, ownership, reflection and a sense of responsibility
- Knowledge and/or experience of appropriate health, social care structures and services relevant to Parkinson’s and of the principles of influencing and campaigning
This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.
The successful candidates will be required to
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have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check; if you don’t have a current DBS check, you will be required to apply for one - refusal to do so will result in the offer being withdrawn
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live in the area covered by the post (Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk) and be able to travel when needed within the area and occasionally further afield
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
We’re a people-powered movement on the verge of major breakthroughs in Parkinson’s. Together, we will find a cure.
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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!
Head of Fundraising - Circa £50,000 per annum
Permanent, full time position (flexible hours considered)
3 days in London office (nearest tubes Victoria/St James' Park), 2 from home
Best for Britain are the researchers, data scientists, strategists, and activists, fixing the problems Britain faces after Brexit.
We conduct polling to help politicians lead debate, not follow it. We design policy for whoever is in government, today or tomorrow. And we give voters the tools to speak to, and persuade, those in power. We believe that when we change minds we change politics for the better.
The Head of Fundraising is a new role as we look to expand our fundraising and stakeholder engagement activities. You will have the chance to build on your fundraising experience and expand your network in Westminster.
We are ideally looking for an established and confident relationship builder who will thrive making new contacts in Westminster whilst fundraising amongst a political landscape.
You will have a strong fundraising background (ideally in philanthropy, corporate partnerships or proposal writing); able to build rapport easily.
Responsibilities include;
- Supporting the Executive Director of Marketing in the delivery of fundraising goals/targets with particular responsibility for managing relationships with regular supporters, donor club members, and major donors.
- Grow Best for Britain’s donor base through instructing the email & digital team, securing one-to-one meetings, and creating and organising fundraising events
- Improving the organisation’s user journey to maximise conversion of subscribers into donors.
Main tasks include;
- Contributing to reaching, or exceeding, the overall organisation income target
- Achieving a personal six-figure new business target
- Evaluating the political, parliamentary and legislative landscape for opportunities to make contact with existing supporters and prospects
- Prospect research into organisations, HNW individuals, and occasionally grant-making organisations, to prepare for pitches.
- Converting prospects into mid and high level donors
- Production of high quality fundraising pitches and proposals • Keeping the organisation’s database of donors and prospects up to date, in compliance with data protection regulations and internal policies.
- Managing guest lists for existing prospecting events, and creation of new events and conferences that support Best for Britain’s fundraising targets, and the organisation’s wider goals.
Valued Recruitment is working exclusively with Best for Britain to recruit for this role. We are an ethical recruitment company, intent on hiring inclusively and transparently.
To apply, we welcome a CV and a supporting statement.
Accessibility is incredibly important to us here at Valued Recruitment and at Best for Britain. If you would like any accessibility amendments or support throughout the application and interview stage, please don’t hesitate to let us know. No question or request is too big or too small. We want this process to be comfortable and enjoyable and a chance for you to bring your best self to the process.
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I am urgently seeking an experienced Reward Practitioner for a Charity to undertake an almost fully remote position as Interim Reward Business Partner for an initial 3 month contract. The role can pay a salary in the range of £55,000 to £65,000 per year or a day rate of £300 to £350 per day through an umbrella company, depending upon experience.
Reporting to the AD of Culture and Development, you will support the organisation with: -
- Pay modeling for the next year
- Job evaluations and salary benchmarking
- Benefits Administration (including salary sacrifice, car allowance and EAP etc)
- Adding your ideas and suggestions
You can work remotely, but will be required to attend a prearranged team meeting once per month in one of there locations across the country and expenses will be paid for your travel to this monthly meeting.
You can work 4 or 5 days per week and you must have significant Reward experience and be able to engage confidently with senior stakeholders whilst undertaking the operational elements of the role as the only person dealing with Reward.
If you are available immediately or within 1 to 2 weeks notice and you have the required experience, please apply now.
Application Closing Date: July 19, 2024 at 23:00 BST
Location: Remote or hybrid working within the UK; individuals will be required to attend occasional in-person office days in London as needed and prescribed by the organisation. This role requires applicants to be able to show that they have the right to work in the UK.
Term: Full-time - 35 hours a week, permanent
Organisation: Global Greengrants Fund UK
Salary: Salaries at Global Greengrants Fund UK (GGF UK) are dependent on applicable salary scales, and internal pay policies including equity considerations and budget. Due to how salary negotiations perpetuate existing structural inequities, GGF UK has moved away from salary negotiation processes for any candidate. Our best offer for this position is £65,000 per annum
Benefits: We have improved our benefits package and we now offer 10% employer’s pension contribution, remote and flexible remote working, generous family and sick leave, employee assistance programme, health and life insurance, 28 days annual leave plus all UK bank holidays.
About Global Greengrants Fund:
Global Greengrants Fund (GGF) supports grassroots activists and civil society organisations around the world working to address environmental and social justice in over 160 countries. GGF applies a participatory and decentralised model in making grants to grassroots groups through regional and thematic boards of advisors, global partner networks and independent funds, to support grassroots environmental and social justice action.
Global Greengrants Fund comprises two organisations located in the USA, Global Greengrants Fund Inc (established in 1993), and Global Greengrants Fund UK (established in 2012). The two organisations work closely together with a shared grantmaking programme and strategic collaboration at the senior leadership level. GGF UK consists of thirteen staff members working on fundraising and influencing philanthropy; finance; communications; and operations, with all of these functions operating autonomously but in close collaboration with their US counterpart functions.
In 2024, Global Greengrants Fund is amid a strategic journey in which we collectively centre our values, including diversity, equity and inclusion, and organisational care in our work, and to rediscover our identity and potential after 30 years of work. We have experienced tremendous growth over the past two years and we are thoughtfully, yet rapidly, growing our annual grant making, our philanthropic advocacy, and our global partnerships and collaborations to new levels. This includes creating a globally networked learning organisation and transforming our organisational culture to be more collaborative and self-steering – we call this our transformational journey. The Philanthropic Partnerships Lead – Major Donor to understand the challenges and opportunities that come with these transformations and can remain flexible, steady, and adaptable.
The role
Global Greengrants Fund UK is looking to hire an energetic and passionate individual who will play a key role in establishing and developing Global Greengrants Fund UK’s offering to individual donors to be able to make gifts of £100,000 annually, in order to secure significant unrestricted income for the organisation.
GGF UK has a small portfolio of existing high net worth individual (HNWI) supporters but is currently primarily reliant on income from trusts and foundations. The post holder will join the organisation at a time of very significant growth and will be expected to be able to work autonomously to build out a new income stream with significant potential to diversify our revenue and strengthen the organisation’s support to grassroots environmental justice movements.
Working as part of the Philanthropic Partnerships team and reporting to the Director of Philanthropic Partnerships, the postholder will also collaborate closely with colleagues across the global organisation Global Greengrants Fund, particularly within the Programmes, Communications, and Development teams towards realising organisational aims.
The candidate profile
The successful applicant will have significant relevant experience in a similar role in a charitable, environmental, development, and/or grant-making organisation. They will be an experienced, senior-level fundraiser with a track record of securing and developing successful relationships with HNWIs to achieve ambitious income goals. They will have extensive experience in developing pitches, proposals, and fundraising products; and a strong interest in environmental justice, international development or human rights issues. They will have an extensive knowledge of the funding and philanthropy sectors in the UK and Europe; excellent written and verbal communication skills; and be confident in engaging a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including at senior levels. They should also have excellent interpersonal understanding, relationship-building, stewardship, and conceptual skills to build strong alliances with diverse constituencies and manage complex politics, positioning, and relationships. They also thrive in a virtual environment and are motivated to take on challenges and collaboratively find innovative and creative solutions.
The right candidate will understand GGF’s core values and be committed to the guiding principles and mission of GGF and ensure they uphold them in the way they take up the responsibilities of the role.
How to apply:
Applications need to be submitted through GGF UK’s job platform by July 19th, 2024 at 23:00 BST. To apply via the job platform and to see the detailed Job Description please click here. You will be required to upload a current CV, along with a cover letter explaining why you want to work for Global Greengrants Fund and how you meet the requirements of the role as part of your application. You will need to submit these in English. If you’re intrigued by this position but feel like you don’t fit the profile precisely, please still apply.
We thank all those who apply, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Global Greengrants Fund UK is an equal opportunities employer. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our team is critical to our success. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Line Manager and Budgetary Responsibilities:
• up to four staff members comprising of Business Development Executives
and/or Business Development Assistants
Job Purpose:
To contribute directly to growth in Children’s Services (CS) through the
management of proposals, tenders and grant applications, following standard
processes for developing business case, contract terms approval and risk
assessment.
Key Responsibilities:
To act as a lead within the BDU on the following key functions:
• Project lead/management support for tenders, develop and quality assure
submission of bids/proposals
• Market intelligence, pipeline development and knowledge management
supporting CS growth
• Work with Children’s Services Assistant Director to develop new services in
Barnardo's priority growth areas and support implementation and roll out
of successful bids
Key Activities:
• Lead/Project Manage the implementation and delivery of bid strategies
leading to successful bids
• Manage tenders using agreed Business Development tools and processes,
including Business Case Evaluation, pipeline reporting, project planning, and
risk assessment following sign off procedures
• Maintain internal relationships with key internal stakeholders, including
Regional/National Director, Head Office Children’s Services and Business
Development Unit, Business Development colleagues based in other Regions
and Nations, Assistant Director Children’s Services, Assistant Director Finance
and Resources, Assistant Director People, Assistant Director Property and
Facilities Management, Regional Office teams, working with these colleagues
in operations and support services to create the ‘bid team’ that ensures bid
success and appropriate risk management
Business Development Manager Grade: B
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• Provide direct project management of tenders and bid writing support,
managing own projects and providing line management and supervision to
more junior staff members
• Lead on high value, high risk, high priority tenders for both new and existing
services/projects; manage the quality control on tender submissions,
proposals, bids, presentations, ensuring bid deadlines are met and feedback
sought on successful/unsuccessful proposals, implementing feedback to
improve future strategy
• Responsible for the safe custody of personal information that may be received
through tender documents (i.e. TUPE) and supervision of how this information
is used within Barnardo's. Also responsible for custody of information that is
sensitive to the commercial interests of Barnardo's
• Represent Barnardo's at internal and external meetings/events, including bid
presentations, negotiations and competitive dialogue.
• Use and embed updated project management methodologies and assist with
the roll out of new processes and project management tools
• Identify risks to project plans and implement actions in partnership with
internal stakeholders to mitigate risks and overcome challenges
• Maintain good relationships with existing clients/commissioners and develop
relationships with new clients and key stakeholders up to senior management
level in order to generate business opportunities and market Barnardo's
products and services
• Support negotiations with external clients and partners at middle and senior
management level and ensure that appropriate legal agreements are in place
• Capture and maintain knowledge and understanding of current markets
developments, policy changes and competitor activity in Children’s Services;
look for ways to use this knowledge to innovate in service delivery and
provide challenge to existing ways of working
• Assist in the process of promoting Barnardo's as the top provide and market
leader in Children’s Services
Such other duties as may be required to fulfil the objectives of the role
This Job Description and Person Specification reflect the duties of the post as
they exist at this time and may be subject to changed based on the needs of the
Department Programme. The post-holder may be required to undertake other
duties commensurate with the salary and competence requirements of this post
from time to time as required
About us
UCL is a radically different university. Founded in 1826 in the heart of London, we were the first university in England to welcome students of any religion and the first to welcome women on equal terms with men. Today UCL has over 40,000 students and 12,500 staff and is one of the world's top 10 universities.
The Vice-President External Engagement (VPEE) team delivers communications and marketing activity for UCL, working to ensure UCL's public prominence, reputation and influence reflects the university's excellence in knowledge creation, education, and innovation. Our Events team delivers a range of events for UCL staff, students, external stakeholders and the general public, in support of UCL's strategic priorities. This includes graduation ceremonies for over 10,000 students, open days, high-profile VIP events for our influential stakeholders. public lectures, festivals, and award ceremonies.
About the role
We are recruiting a Senior Events Manager to join our Events team on a permanent basis. This Senior Events Manager will strategically advise stakeholders on event format, content and delivery to ensure it maximises not only the project objectives, but wider UCL objectives as a whole. The postholder will not only focus on the logistics of producing top-class events for UCL, but will also be involved in advising on the content and context of the events, to ensure that UCL's story is being told as widely as possible and the impact is as far-reaching as possible.
The Senior Events Manager will effectively resource projects across the team of Event Managers and Event Officers, motivating and empowering to deliver engaging activity, and will also line manage a team. They will continuously seek improvements, by devising and delivering ways to measure and analyse its success and impact, and will be responsible for managing complex budgets. They will proactively support and engage with colleagues across UCL.
VPEE teams work from our Central London office on Tuesday each week, and attend events as needed.
About you
To excel in this role you will need to have extensive experience of creating, organising and managing a variety of successful in-person and virtual events including large events (2,000 plus) as well as bespoke content-led activity, and a thorough knowledge of strategic event planning - not just the logistics - to make sure events are insight-led, meet defined objectives, tell a clear story and can be successfully measured. You'll also be comfortable liaising, negotiating with and influencing senior stakeholders, in presenting ideas and managing complex budgets, operating within a tight budgetary framework.
You are a natural leader, able to motivate, line manage and delegate tasks whilst empowering colleagues to create, innovate and deliver, and create a collaborative working culture. You are organised, have meticulous attention to detail and are a committed team player who is willing to 'muck in', but you are equally able to work independently and support others to do so when required. You are a clear and confident communicator (written and in-person) and are able to deal with difficult situations diplomatically, calmly and to make on the spot decisions when necessary, in urgent situations.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits including 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days), more benefits can be seen on our website.
Flexible working with approximately 3 office days (Vauxhall) over a typical fortnight
The Talent Set are proud to be partnering with CARE International UK.
This Head of Communications and Brand will be a truly career defining opportunity to join the organisation at an exciting time, overseeing additional investment and organisational support for brand, identity and communications.
This is a strategic, hands-on and varied role: covering brand, media, the website, social media, ambassadors, and pulling together impactful integrated campaigns such as on International Women’s Day. You will work collaboratively with senior leaders across the organisation to help your team support different fundraising and advocacy goals, as well as driving excellence and consistency in communications across the whole organisation.
- Key Responsibilities
- To lead the team to create and deliver an ambitious, imaginative and effective brand and communications strategy for CARE that raises our profile amongst key audiences and leads to greater income and influence.
- Foster a high-performing, inclusive and collaborative team culture, where everyone is supported to deliver and develop in their roles, and held accountable for delivery.
- Oversee a modest but increased investment, deciding how to best use this to deliver organisational objectives, ensuring clear KPIs, deliverables and success metrics.
- Collaborate with other teams to embrace digital communications opportunities and grow our digital engagement with key audiences
- Drive innovative approaches to raise awareness and engagement with the organisation’s mission.
- Utilize and embed our new brand narrative. Act as the overall guardian of the CARE brand and put in place processes and support to ensure it is represented at it’s best in all external communications.
- Manage and enhance CARE’s presence across various media platforms including the website, social media, and through ambassadors, ensuring each area has its own clear strategy, that contributes to a consistent comms approach.
- Develop and imbed an ambassadors strategy that makes the most of our high-profile supporters to achieve organisational aims
Person Specification
- Creative and innovative approach to communications and brand.
- Strategic thinking and planning.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop and execute integrated advocacy, marketing and communications campaigns.
- Experience creating innovative and/or creative digital engagement strategies and approaches
- Proven track record of comms activity that raised a charity’s profile, grown income and influence.
- Proficiency in digital media and social media platforms.
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process
Please provide a CV and supporting statement
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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!
Role Overview:
The Talent Set is thrilled to be working with a leading international development charity as they search for a new Philanthropy Manager to support them for a fantastic initial 3-month contract.
You'll lead the development and execution of the Philanthropy Strategy, the powerhouse behind securing vital unrestricted income for the charity. The Philanthropy Assistant will be your valued collaborator on this endeavour.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage direct reports, including recruitment, performance reviews, and coaching them to achieve objectives.
- Contribute to annual plans and budgets, develop new strategies (major donor engagement), and manage the Philanthropy budget.
- Oversee supporter journeys, major gifts programs, and donor segmentation to maximise income.
- Contribute to annual plans and budgets, develop new strategies (major donor engagement), and manage the Philanthropy budget.
- Oversee supporter journeys, major gifts programs, and donor segmentation to maximize income.
- Implement and document processes for high-quality supporter care.
- Maintain accurate donor records in the CRM system and ensure compliance with regulations.
Person Specification:
- Knowledge of the UK fundraising landscape and high-value donor motivations.
- Experience in relationship management, supporter care, event planning, and budgeting/metrics.
- Proven ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
- CRM experience and strong communication skills (written & spoken).
- Confidence using Microsoft Office 365 and donor database management.
- Understanding of the organisation’s programs, mission, values, and strategic direction.
- Cultural sensitivity and a commitment to the charity’s goals.
- Experience in line management, performance management, and staff development.
What’s On Offer:
- Competitive salary of £45,000 for the successful candidate.
- A flexible hybrid pattern with an average of just 1-day per-week in the charity’s central London office.
- An initial 3-month contract.
- Opportunity to work in a fantastic organisation that does fantastic work.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Working alongside the current Operations Manager (Procurement & Contracts) you will help us develop sector-leading educational resources through our supply chain. We are a mission-led organisation that exists to improve pupil outcomes and close the disadvantage gap by raising the quality of the curriculum that teachers and pupils access.
If you want to do some of your life's best work for an organisation committed to closing the disadvantage gap and improving outcomes for all then this could be the role for you.
This is a temporary part-time role (up to 0.8 full time equivalent, fixed term for 12 months - open to a discussion on less hours for the right candidate).
You will:
- Lead the continuous improvement of multiple procurement and contract management processes/systems.
- Manage and maintain the Oak supply chain (7-figure budget) and all external contracts (approximately 200).
- Develop tender specifications to engage high quality suppliers, negotiating and implementing contracts.
- As a member of the Oak Team, contribute to the planning and culture of the organisation.
- Work in cross-functional and product-oriented squads with colleagues from across the organisation, as required.
- Deputise for Head of Operations and take on other general responsibilities as required .
You should have:
- 5+ years experience in leading the continuous improvement for procurement and contract management processes and systems.
- Extensive knowledge of public sector procurement (service delivery) including holding or working towards a Chartered Institute for Procurement & Supply /International Association for Contract & Commercial Management/World Contracting & Commerce qualification.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess quantitative and qualitative feedback and make recommendations for action.
- Outstanding stakeholder engagement and influencing skills with a track record in developing relationships and building rapport with a wide range of people.
Although not essential, experience in brokering and managing third-party copyright would be highly desirable.
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THE ROLE EARLY.
We do things differently at Oak and are always looking to improve our ways of working and challenge the status quo. Why not join us and be part of an innovative organisation working to support teachers and improve pupils’ access to quality education?
We’re actively looking for candidates from diverse backgrounds to work with us to shape Oak’s future. Apply for this role through Applied, a hiring platform we use that’s designed to remove bias from the recruitment process and create a fair experience for everyone.
We offer flexible working where you can base yourself at home or in a co-working office of your choice; whichever works best for you. We work a 36-hour a week and most colleagues finish early on a Friday or take every other Friday back to ensure they keep a healthy work-life balance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This Deputy Head of Politics role is an ideal chance to leverage your in-depth understanding of the relationships between politics and the media – and how these can be used to create change.
Greenpeace UK is an independent national/regional organisation within the global Greenpeace campaigning network, which acts to change attitudes and behaviour, to protect and conserve the environment and to promote peace. The global network of Greenpeace organisations comprises 26 independent national/regional Greenpeace organisations with presence in over 55 countries across Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific, as well as a coordinating and supporting organisation, Greenpeace International.
You’ll work with the Head of Politics to lead on, oversee or take responsibility for the development of political strategies within and across our campaigns, in line with the overall organisational and political team strategy.
The key to successfully delivering against our objectives will be to play a constructive and cooperative team leadership role, ensuring the optimal functioning, development and coordination of our political work in order to identify and exploit political opportunities for the benefit of our campaigns.
Location: Islington, London. Our hybrid working model enables us to enjoy the benefits of both office based and remote working. We ask that staff work from the office in Islington 40% of their time, with 20% required as a minimum. Reasonable adjustments as well as specific office based needs will be considered for those with long term health conditions and disabilities.
What we're looking for:
• Experience of political lobbying and effective political stakeholder influencing at a senior national or international level.
• Ability to manage and lead projects relating to political work, including maintaining effective administration and information systems.
• Ability to identify and exploit political opportunities for the benefit of our campaigns.
• Demonstrable ability to manage staff in line with our values of: relationships first, lifting all boats and we want to win.
• Experience of developing policy positions for a campaign organisation and understanding of the factors bearing on that.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people (including politicians, staff, media and volunteers) both verbally and in writing, while maintaining attention to detail.
• Personal belief in and support for the aims and activities of Greenpeace, including an understanding of how we seek to achieve change.
We give you:
You’ll be encouraged to develop both personally and professionally, taking advantage of the wide range of learning and development opportunities available to our staff. We offer great benefits such as a generous pension scheme, subsidised lunches, free yoga and a wealth of well-being resources, just to name a few. Take a look at our Work for Greenpeace pages to find out more about what it’s like to work for us and why you should apply.
Our commitment to diversity: Greenpeace UK is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in environmental and campaigning organisations and we’re committed to doing what we can to correct this. We are particularly keen to receive applications from people of colour; people with disabilities; people who identify as being LGBTQIA; people who have a mental health condition; and people who identify as working class now or in the past.
To Apply
Apply via the apply button.
Greenpeace UK is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or any other category protected by law.
CLOSING DATE: 9.00 am 8th July 24
INTERVIEWS: 18th July 24
Join us and help champion South Bank, protecting and enhancing this unique area through creativity and collaboration, making real improvements to the area for all.
Location: South Bank, London - with hybrid working (2days office/3days home)
Type: Fixed term contract, maternity leave cover until mid-October 2025
South Bank Employers’ Group (SBEG) is a membership association of the major and pre-eminent organisations in the South Bank and Waterloo area, dedicated to achieving the best possible experience for employees, residents, and visitors.
We are not-for-profit company, set up by a group of businesses and employers to regenerate and transform South Bank. We are the champions of South Bank, protecting and enhancing this unique area through creativity, collaboration, and effective delivery. We work on behalf of businesses, employees, residents, students, and visitors, by setting the agenda, breaking the mould, facilitating co-operation, and delivering programmes that bring improvement and change which protect and enhance this unique area to the benefit of all.
South Bank is an incredibly dynamic area and continues to undergo significant change, with high-profile development projects underway and more planned. For over 30 years, SBEG has been at the heart of these changes and remains committed to addressing the future needs of the area.
We now seek an interim Head of Place Management to join our Place Management team. Whilst this is a maternity cover position, it is a critical appointment, with an equal emphasis on strategic oversight and operational delivery. Our work is complex, and you must deliver to specific targets and objectives, which always looking ahead at how best to achieve our purpose. Reporting to SBEG’s Director of Place and working closely with all SBEG’s members and the wider business community, you’ll lead and deliver important work for SBEG, South Bank Business Improvement District, and Jubilee Gardens Trust. Whilst you do not have line management responsibility, you will work closely with a small team who are highly innovative and ambitious.
We seek someone with experience in similar role with the knowledge of how the urban public realm is managed and maintained. Experience in contract management including contract review, negotiation, and tender processes and the management of contractor and suppliers is key. You will come experienced in managing projects and experience in developing specifications and managing procurement processes. Strong understand of managing budgets, including those with multiple income streams and of multi-agency working is essential, including local authorities, private sector, and community and voluntary organisations.
You will be able to advocate and influence in a complex and dynamic stakeholder environment and come with a natural ability to engage with diverse organisations and individuals. Whilst you need to be strategically minded and horizon scan, we need a ‘doer’ with the ability to deliver practical results in what is a fast-paced role, often with demanding priorities.
We have a fair and inclusive culture and work to our unique set of values. South Bank, and its many communities, is incredibly diverse and we welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds. If you share our passion, values and ambition, and wish to make real improvements to South Bank for all, we would love to hear from you.
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Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 15th July 2024
Summary
- Strive for Excellence
- Show Compassion
- Respect others
- Collaborate
- Act with Integrity
- Advising, guiding, preparing and pastorally accompanying those discerning a calling to senior leadership roles in the Church, creating frameworks, supporting the process of identifying, sustaining and developing as diverse a pipeline as possible.
- Advising bishops and others on individuals who may have a calling to senior leadership roles, pastorally supporting clergy in their discernment, identifying, supporting and signposting to areas for ongoing development.
- Supporting the engagement with individuals and key stakeholders and networks relevant to, and interested in, the senior appointment process.
- Providing coaching and skills training to individuals or groups to support them in engaging effectively with senior appointment discernment processes, including, but not limited to, courses, webinars, seminars, training sessions and other activity, creating appropriate frameworks for this work.
- Working proactively and collaboratively with others in the team and outside on discernment and development activity, sharing learning and best practice, contributing to its evolution.
- Build networks within the Church to ensure proper signposting of individuals outside of senior appointment discernment processes.
- Proactively and professionally engaging with diocesan stakeholders on the planning and delivery of appointment processes and associated consultations within dioceses and cathedrals, drafting high-quality, comprehensive reports that sensitively and appropriately articulate and encapsulate the joys and challenges of the mission and ministry of the Church in a given context.
- Supporting the work of appointment panels, professionally and confidently guiding and advising them in their discernment, whilst following agreed policies and procedures. Drafting high-quality role profiles, adverts, candidate briefing packs and other documentation. Coordinating and preparing for, advising on and participating in, longlisting, shortlisting and interview processes.
- Journeying alongside candidates at all stages in the process, making sure they are fully and pastorally supported in their discernment, working with colleagues to provide appropriate feedback and advising on areas of ministerial development.
- Using best practice in HR and development to contribute to other projects related to the work of the team, including, but not limited to, policy, frameworks and systems, governance, oversight and communications. Carrying out research, drafting and keeping updated high-quality reports, policy and other papers. Ensuring that the team is at the forefront of the implementation and sharing of best practice, collaborating with key stakeholders, both internal and external.
- Educated to degree level, or equivalent recent and continuous professional development.
- A human resources and/or coaching qualification commensurate with the scope of the role, with evidence of recent and continuous professional development and demonstrable HR and coaching experience and skills.
- Evidence of, and interest in, the development and implementation of effective HR, policies, frameworks and systems, particularly in connection with development, coaching and appointments.
- Commitment to, and a track record of, supporting individual development.
- Experience of, and a passion for, creating tools and other resources to support individuals with their development.
- Significant experience of, and interest in, selection, resourcing and development practice for senior leadership roles gained in an organisation of scale with complex structures.
- Significant experience of, and interest in, the use of selection and development tools and methods (including psychometrics).
- An affinity with, and hands-on experience of, using technology to support and drive best practice in HR and professional development, together with a vision of its potential, and an ability to develop and implement system change.
- Experience of working within, and supporting, governance frameworks.
- Experience of supporting and increasing participation of under-represented groups, including those from UK Minority Ethnic/Global Majority Heritage backgrounds, or with a disability.
- Outstanding oral and written communication, public presentation, facilitation and influencing skills, the ability to produce detailed, high quality written reports and policy papers.
- Successful track record of working well with others, both within an organisation and in external networks, with the ability to develop ideas with other people.
- Ability to work both at a strategic and operational level, being comfortable in both and able to move seamlessly between the two.
- Ability to manage a busy workload, be highly organised with the ability to deliver a number of projects at the same time and meet competing deadlines.
- Exceptional attention to detail and consistency.
- Ability to navigate a complex political landscape with professionalism and confidence.
- Ability to discern, encourage and empower gifts in others, including vocations to senior leadership roles in the Church, and associated development activity.
- Ability to have vocational conversations within a Christian context, pastorally support clergy discerning a call to senior leadership roles and give appropriate feedback.
- Excellent planning, organisation and administrative skills, including ability to use IT software (e.g. Microsoft Office and SharePoint) and able to be self-supporting in the planning and organisation of their programme of work.
- Highly resilient with a high level of self-awareness.
- Delivery and stakeholder focused.
- Ability to work effectively and confidently with an intellectually challenging client group.
- A strong empathy and interest in people and effective organisational development and culture.
- A strong understanding of, and empathy with, the mission and ethos of the Church of England and the development and appointments process for senior clergy. Ability to show familiarity with, and be comfortable supporting, different contexts of Church life across the breadth of theological and church traditions.
- Inspiring, enthusiastic, encouraging and supportive to others, both one-to-one and in groups.
- Highly emotionally intelligent.
- A high degree of discretion in handling confidential personal matters and information.
- Highly engaging, with the ability to build effective relationships with people and able to build credibility with senior clergy and staff.
- A demonstrable commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- This is a demanding and impactful role that will require the post holder to occasionally work hours outside those prescribed. It will also require frequent travel around the dioceses of the Church of England and occasional evening working.
- The Church's culture and the appointments processes are deeply intertwined with its theological heritage. The postholder will need to be interested in, sensitive to and sufficiently resilient to work creatively with the language and concepts that emerge from this.
- A human resources (ideally CIPD Level 7) and coaching qualification (ideally ILM Level 7), or equivalent.
- A salary of £66,186 per annum plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of salary
- 30 days annual leave
- Flexible working hours and location, with an expectation of just 1-2 days per week in our office in Westminster.
- Structured induction programme and access to a range of development opportunities including apprenticeships
- Access to Occupational Health, and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunity to the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, and get involved in a range of staff networks, groups and societies
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!
As a Senior Innovation and Product Development Manager, you will lead on new fundraising product development at the British Heart Foundation (BHF).
We have ambitious growth plans for innovation and product development at BHF, and this is an incredible opportunity for those who want to apply their talent, skills, and determination to change the future of innovation at the one of the UK’s largest charities.
In this role, you’ll develop and deliver a programme of fundraising innovation that, when successful, will accelerate, recalibrate, and challenge our Fundraising, Marketing and Communications strategy. Your pipeline will be focused on sustainable, short-term income growth by launching fundraising products and propositions that reach new audiences and generate new revenue for the charity.
Taking ideas from customer insight, through ideation, prototyping and launch to help significantly grow income and support our mission-led directorates. You’ll engage with and support senior level stakeholders to develop new product concepts, business models and product development strategies.
This role will line manage two Innovation Managers.
Working arrangements
Please note this is a fixed term contract until April 2025, covering family leave.
This is a dual location role, with your working time split between your home and our London Office.
At the BHF we believe in the power of being together, so our colleagues on blended contracts can expect to spend some time in their office, at least one day each week, on average. The use of our office spaces is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.
About you
As our ideal candidate, you have strong experience designing and developing new product concepts and propositions in the charity sector, managing them through discovery and prototyping, and delivering fundraising products to consumers against commercial performance indicators.
With excellent project management, communication, and organisational skills, you have experience of leading innovation cycles, agile sprint and ideation sessions, a working knowledge of agile digital delivery processes and practice, and a track record of launching brand new concepts, campaigns, and products.
A proactive, ambitious, and resilient individual who can do things differently and take risks, you have experience leading a team and working in a fast-paced, multi-workstream, commercial orientated environment.
Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of People
We are seeking an experienced Head of People to drive forward the HR Strategy, manage the People Team, and support a growing Network of Youth Zones.
This is a permanent role offering hybrid working.
Position: Head of People
Location: Hybrid working. Blend of home-based and office (you must live within regular commutable distance of Bolton or White City, London)
Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 (dependent upon experience)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: Agile working with flexibility in working hours; 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to a maximum of 30 days); birthday leave, additional annual leave purchase scheme; company matched pension; company sick, maternity, paternity & adoption pay; Employee Assistance Programme, active and engaged networks to join (including Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) and access to Charity Worker discounts.
Closing Date: 5pm, Monday 8 July
First Stage Interviews: w/c 15 July (likely to be 15 July & 17 July – online)
Second Stage Interviews: 24 July (Location TBC)
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of People, a key focus of this role will be to provide hands-on management to an experienced People consisting of a People Support Manager and Talent Acquisition Coordinator.
However, it is much wider than team management; it is about relationships. Relationships with internal colleagues, relationships with Network contacts, and relationships with third party suppliers. The role is seen as a crucial support function for the youth zones, and it is imperative that you are able to build rapport quickly and be an approachable and knowledgeable source of expertise and support for colleagues.
Some of your key duties include:
- Providing professional management, support and development to the People team
- Supporting the delivery and implementation of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy
- Coaching, supporting and advising on complex ER matters; upskilling managers with regular training and support
- Supporting senior level recruitment across the charity’s Network
- Supporting the continued launch of PeopleHR
About You
You must have proven HR Leadership experience and have managed varied HR Teams. If this experience has been gained from organisations that service young people – even better!
Other experience and skills you will need include:
- Experience of managing and overseeing HR systems and budgets
- Experience of promoting and supporting a coaching culture
- In-depth knowledge of employment law
- The ability to develop and nurture relationships across the organisation
- A proactive and agile work ethic
- A curious mindset, to think innovatively and rationally about concerns and come up with creative solutions
- The ability to accept and provide feedback, be challenged on your advice, and work well under pressure
To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter (of not more than one page), explaining clearly why you are interested in the role, and answering ALL points as outlined on the role profile.
About the Organisation
A national charity that believes all young people should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose that fund and build state-of-the-art, multimillion-pound youth centres called Youth Zones in the country’s most economically disadvantaged areas. The organisation trains the amazing people that run them and offers continuing support to youth zones nationwide through a national network of independent youth charities,
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. Our dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application.
The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Head of Human Resources, Head of HR, Head of HR and Resources, HR Manager, Senior HR Manager, HR Business Partner, Head of Department, Human Resources Director, Head of People, Head of Personnel, Personnel Manager. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.