Director Of Operations Jobs

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. In 2024 we embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it. 

It is an exciting time to be joining us at Crisis as we launch our ambitious new 10-year strategy. Our services will be key to helping deliver its aims. We work with thousands of people across England, Scotland, and Wales each year so they can leave homelessness behind for good. We have recently adapted the way our services work to maximise our impact in ending homelessness. We have increased our capacity to work with people one to one and strengthened our ability to support those people facing the most barriers to preventing or ending their homelessness.

Location: Crisis Skylight London, 50 – 52 Commercial Street, London, E1 6LT

You will be able to work from home one day per week in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy. You will be expected to travel around London on a regular basis to meet with partners and stakeholders. National travel i.e., to other Skylight Centres will be required on occasion.

About the role

Crisis Skylight London has a strong presence in the capital, working to end homelessness and delivering trauma informed services to our members, all underpinned by our commitment to Psychologically Informed Environments and supported by Clinical Psychologists.

We are a dynamic, innovative, and values-led organisation, with the opportunity and flexibility to develop our services to meet the needs of the people we work with. We have just begun to embark on an ambitious, new 10-year Strategy, which will see our services evolve to become hubs, delivering best in class services alongside partners, increasing our influence to see systemic change to end homelessness for the people and places we work. 

The Director of Crisis Skylight London will be responsible for leading and developing strategic partnerships across several London Boroughs. This is an exciting opportunity to develop and lead the service into our new 10-year strategy, influencing key local and national political, community and business leaders, partners, and providers to drive forward our strategic priorities all with the aim of ending homelessness. You will play a key role as a decision marker on the Client Services Senior Leadership Team, along with your counterparts in other London Skylights, and from across the different regions of the UK.

About you

We are looking for an experienced, innovative, values driven senior leader from the homelessness, health, safeguarding or associated sectors. You will have experience of building relationships with senior leaders to develop strategic partnerships with the aim of achieving strategic objectives and influencing social change. You will have the motivation, commitment, and vision, able to influence a range of audiences and able to articulate a compelling case for change to key decision makers across London.  You will be a leader in your field, with experience of operational delivery, ensuring high quality and safe services to vulnerable adults, with the ability to provide clear leadership to your team. If this is you, we would love to hear from you.

Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.

We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.

Working at Crisis  

Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.

Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.

As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:  

• Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.  

• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%  

• 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. 

• Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm  

• Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)  

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.  

When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.

How do I apply? 

Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.

If you would like to speak to someone about the role or understand more about Crisis and the work that we do, please e-mail Paul Pandolfo, Director of Operations. Contact details can be found on our website. 

Closing date: Sunday 6 October 2024 (23:59) 

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for my application?

We strongly discourage applicants from using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. This is so we can run a fair, transparent process which gives all applicants an equitable chance of success.  We want to hear about your own experience and perspectives in your application and if shortlisted, during the interview too.

Interviews are likely to take place on Monday 21st October 2024 at Crisis, 4th Floor Universal House, 88-94 Wentworth Street, London E1 7SA.

Accessibility  

We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.  

Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094  

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting The Schroder Foundation as they look to appoint an Interim Operations and Governance Manager to their team on a 6 Month Contract.

The Schroder Foundation is a small family-led independent grant-making charity.  The Foundation’s Charities Office provides administrative services to four other charities, the majority of which are also grant-making charities.

This is an interim role providing day-to-day management to the five Charities, ensuring their smooth running until the permanent Director role is in place.  It will be a busy and varied workload, covering tasks and responsibilities relating to governance, finance, grant making and administration.  You will also provide line management to the Grants Officer and delegate tasks to the contract Finance Manager.

The successful candidate will have strong understanding of charity governance and operations, ideally with a background of running or operating within small organisations. You will have strong time management and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage a varied workload. You will have strong stakeholder engagement experience, with experience of working with trustee boards.

They are looking for someone to join the organisation as soon as possible so candidates with no, or small, notice periods shall only be considered.

Do you have a passion for numbers, a keen eye for detail, and a desire to be part of a supportive and energetic head office team? If you answered YES, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

We are a leading multi-academy trust focused on primary education, with a network of successful academies across London, East Anglia, and the West Midlands. We are dedicated to serving the needs of the children and communities we represent.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Finance and Operations Business Partner to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in financial processes, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organisation.

In this role, you will become an integral part of our central team, working in a collaborative and supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development. The position is based primarily at one of our West Midlands school, with flexibility for some regular home working if desired.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meeting month and year end deadlines

• Fully considered and robust budgets submitted on time to TEFAT

• Looking for ways to improve value for money in schools and central processes

• Returns to ESFA delivered accurately and on time

• Accounts submitted on deadline with clean audit

• Successful completion of assigned projects

• Successful feedback from key stakeholders including and not limited to Principals, SBM’s, Finance Managers, TEFAT Directors

• Successfully meeting all of the relevant job description requirements

If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, please review our job pack, which includes the job description and person specification. We encourage you to familiarise yourself with the requirements before applying.

We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our team!

If you’re interested in this role, please take a look at our job pack, which includes the job description and person specification for the position that you will need to familiarise yourself with before applying for the job.

Closing Date: 9am, 16th September 2024

Interview Date: 20th September 2024

The Elliot Foundation Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks including a Barred List and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

• Influence the financial strategy of a leading UK charity
• Help drive the strategy of one of the UK's largest charity retailers

About Our Client

Barnardo's exists to make sure children and young people are safer, happier, healthier and more hopeful, by running over 800 specialist services across the UK, and campaigning to change the way that support system work for the better. They have been changing childhoods and changing lives for over 150 years, and will be here for as long as they are needed. Barnardo's are proud to be the UK's largest children's charity - reaching over 350,000 children, parents and carers last year.

In the financial year of 2022-23 their total income was £315.3 million.

Job Description

The Director of Finance role is essential in maintaining the charity's fiscal health, supporting income generation, and managing financial risks. It will provide strategic support to the Executive Leadership Team and strategic direction and oversight to a large and diverse finance team, ensuring robust financial management, proactive financial planning and commercial decision support.

This role is one of the Senior Leaders of the Business Services Directorate, which includes essential support functions such as finance, HR operations, technology, data, property, procurement, audit & assurance, legal, and company secretary. The Director of Finance reports directly to the Corporate Director of Business Services, who also serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

The Director of Finance will lead a team of approximately 70 finance colleagues and manage an expenditure budget of up to £35 million.

The key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing financial strategies to support the charity's goals, ensuring the charity's funds deliver the most positive impact for children and young people.
• Supporting and driving income growth and commercial decision making in the business development, retail and fundraising teams.
• Leading and mentoring the finance team, ensuring they provide high-quality financial data and support.
• Managing the charity's reserves, investments, and treasury functions.
• Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Maintaining the highest standards of financial control and compliance.

The Successful Applicant

Experience in a voluntary or public sector environment is not necessarily required. Alignment with the charity's mission and values, a strong track record and a commercial outlook is more important.

Education/Knowledge

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) with significant financial and management accounting knowledge and an robust understanding of financial control frameworks and cash flow and treasury management.

Experience

• Experience of operating at a senior level in large complex organisations with geographically spread operational delivery models.
• Proven experience in a group accounting structure and of project management.
• Experience of engaging and influencing a range of stakeholders, including at Board level, with complex information in a clear, simple and straightforward manner which enables and empowers them to act accordingly.
• Proven track record of successful leadership, making complex decisions and recommendations and acting as a champion of change.
• Experience of collaboration and engagement with non-finance managers, including those from other specialisms, to deliver organisational and operational objectives.
• Significant experience of using financial systems and technology to drive change and efficiency. Microsoft D365 experience advantageous. Other standard package, experience (particularly Excel) also expected.
• Demonstrable ability to plan and organise high volume workloads and conflicting scheduling and client priorities for the department ensuring timely achievement of deadlines.

What's on Offer

This is a hybrid working role and requires attendance on average once per week at Barnardo's offices, either in Euston or at a Regional Office (this may vary week to week).

Salary is £100-£110K + benefits

Employer contributory pension scheme

This is a permanent appointment.

This role closes on 13th September.

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Page Executive.

Location: Remote (based in/near Leicester with regular local travel and occasional travel for biannual team days and biannual departmental team meetings in various locations)
Salary: £23,160 pro rata (£13,896 actual)
Hours of work: 3 days per week (21 hours)
Contract type: Permanent

Why work for Kids Matter?

• Generous annual leave – 25 days (plus bank holidays) per year pro rata, with time off between Christmas and New Year's additional to this allowance.
• Remote working contribution – receive £26/month pro rata towards the costs of working from home and/or using a co-working space.
• Access to coaching sessions, training opportunities and our Employee Assistance Programme (a confidential support service for staff).
• Flexible working across weekdays to suit your schedule.

About us

Kids Matter is one of the UK’s fastest growing children’s charities.

Our vision is to see every child in need raised in a strong family. Our mission is to reduce the impact of poverty on children through community-based parenting programmes.

Research shows that group-based early intervention parenting groups are the most effective way to support children in need. We train peer facilitators in local churches - the largest voluntary body in the country - to run our affordable, accessible and highly effective parenting programmes, written by Clinical Psychologists. They come alongside parents and carers, building long-lasting community in addition to encouraging confidence and learning positive parenting skills.

We value difference and diversity, and we want our workplace to be built on shared values of equality and mutual trust, with team members representing the wide range of backgrounds and experiences that exist within the UK. We therefore actively encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and varied experiences, particularly those who are African, Afro-Caribbean, Asian or part of other minority ethnic communities, who have lived experience of the impact of low-income/low-support circumstances, and who are living with a disability or identify as being neurodivergent.

About the role

The Operations Administrator role involves:

• Supporting in the administration of day-to-date team, HR and system processes.
• Managing and maintaining our storage unit and virtual office in central Leicester.
• Working alongside various teams to provide administrative support.

About you

Are you organised with good attention to detail? Do you enjoy supporting others and having a varied workload? Can you prioritise and manage your time effectively? Are you a Christian with an active faith in Jesus? Do you have a passion for Kids Matter’s vision of seeing every child in need raised in a strong family?

Then we would love to hear from you!

How to apply

You can apply for the Operations Administrator position by clicking ‘Apply via Website’ and completing a copy of our online application form.

The deadline for applications is 10am Monday 23 September 2024. All successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified by email.

We also ask for all applicants to submit an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, which will be sent to you to complete following the submission of your application. This form will be used for anonymous analysis to ensure our overall recruitment procedures are fair and transparent. It will never be viewed or used as part of the selection process. It is optional to submit this form.

If you would like any application/interview support or you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the application process, or if you would like an informal phone call to ask questions or discuss the role, please contact Katie Washington (HR & Systems Coordinator).

Please see the job pack for more details on the role and application process.

About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

THE ROLE
•    This is a key leadership role, responsible for leading the Trust’s strategic delivery in in Wales, managing, inspiring and coaching a multidisciplinary team focussed on prioritising activities of greatest impact to take advantage of unique opportunities in Wales whilst ensuring alignment with our UK plans.
•    The role reports to the Director Operations and People and is part of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for deploying its resources and activities in line with Trust priorities. The role will work collaboratively alongside other Country and Regional Directors fostering effective working relationships with colleagues located across the UK. 
•    The role will represent the Trust professionally, promoting our work externally to high level partners, funders and stakeholders with a particular focus on development and delivery of complex land-use projects, multi-organisation partnerships and political advocacy. We’re at an exciting time in our development and looking for someone who can really drive forward our ambitions in Wales.
•    Role model Woodland Trust values know as ‘Our Nature’, with both external and internal stakeholders, leading the Wales team to embed and maintain these values ensuring the region is a consistently great place to work.  

THE CANDIDATE
•    Strong background of leading and managing teams at a senior level, preferably in the conservation or environmental sector, you’ll be an inspirational leader. 
•    Experience of developing effective relationships internally and externally, you’ll be a strong communicator with the ability to influence at a senior level, motivate, inspire and shape strategy. 
•    Responsible for the creation and delivery of our strategic plan for Wales you’ll be able to promote the work of the Woodland Trust with energy flair and imagination to high level partners, funders and stakeholders.
•    Experience in shaping and implementing organisational strategy as well as setting and managing multi-million £ budgets, having the responsibility to report to executive levels.
•    Experience in delivering operational leadership, change management and high performance across the Operations function including multiple complex projects. 
•    Welsh language will be beneficial or have the willingness to learn.
•    The role is based in in Wales and will require the successful candidate to undertake travel across a wide area. A full driving licence is required.

Our Organisational Nature enables us to better understand what it means to be part of the Woodland Trust, empowering us to make an impact, every day. We want you to be able to role model our values; ‘Grow Together’, ‘Focus’, ‘Explore’ and ‘Make it Count’ to ensure each of us plays our part in helping to protect, restore and create our woods and trees.

Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
•    Enhanced Employer Pension
•    Life Assurance
•    Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
•    Generous Annual Leave
•    Enhanced Parental Pay
•    Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Woodland Trust embraces diversity and inclusion. We want our team to reflect the UK's diverse community. We support people from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who are under-represented.

Application Advice: Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Your enthusiasm for the environment and our core values—Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count—are what matter most. We also keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows your experience and passion for the role.

Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. We look forward to hearing from you and working together to make a positive impact on our planet.

1st interviews will be held via Teams on 6th & 7th November 2024.
2nd interviews will be held in-person on 12th November 2024.

Artistic Director

Are you a dynamic leader? Do you have experience of working in the music industry and in youth or community development?

We are seeking an experienced visionary Artistic Director to lead the artistic strategy, shape creative programmes, and open up pathways for young people into the music industry.

If you are a dynamic leader who can bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to complement and enhance the existing work of the organisation, while playing a crucial role in shaping strategic direction… then we want to hear from you!

Position: Artistic Director

Location: Gloucester/hybrid, with some travel across the UK

Hours: Full-time or part-time hours available (21-37.5 hours per week) with flexible working available

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Benefits include: Pension 3%, flexible working, staff training and development, enhanced maternity policy, wellbeing and social programme, 22 days holiday plus bank holidays plus all the days between Christmas and New Year, additional unpaid leave throughout the year, an amazing staff team and culture.

Closing Date: 30th September 2024. Please note this role may close early if a suitable candidate is found.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and visionary Artistic Director dedicated to supporting young people from challenging backgrounds and empowering the next generation of music industry leaders.

You'll work closely with the CEO and the team to:

• Reach over 100,000 young people annually through direct engagement, performances, digital content, and school programmes across the UK
• Empower young leaders through the enhanced youth participation framework, exploring co-leadership models at the highest levels of the organisation
• Drive innovation in music education across the UK to make it more relevant, industry connected, and accessible to all young people, regardless of background
• Spearhead the artist development and creative careers programme, addressing sector under-representation through diverse local and national opportunities
• Cultivate a range of performance platforms, partnering to create unique showcasing opportunities for young artists
• Establish the organisation as a national centre of excellence, sharing its models of change and advocating for the transformative power of music in young people's lives.

You'll be instrumental in creating pathways for diverse young talent, influencing national policy, and demonstrating how music can address broader social challenges like mental health and youth violence.

This is a strategic leadership role with significant scope for national impact. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future direction of the creative work, build game-changing industry partnerships, and make a real difference to the lives and careers of young creatives.

The organisation is deeply committed to diversifying the music sector and creating a more inclusive industry and strongly believe that diversity in leadership is crucial to achieving this goal and driving meaningful change. As such, we actively encourage and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from the global majority communities.

About You

We're looking for someone who can bring fresh perspectives while honouring the organisations grassroots origins, someone who can work collaboratively with the team, young people, and partners to take the artistic vision to new heights.

We are looking for a dynamic individual who can demonstrate the following competencies:

• Leadership and vision
• Music industry expertise
• Collaborative leadership
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity
• Strategic thinking

You will be asked to submit a CV when applying and there will be an opportunity for an informal discussion about the role as part of the process.  

About the organisation

With a mission to inspire and transform young lives through music, the organisation aims to break down barriers and build confidence, self-belief, and motivation among young people, enabling them to reach their full potential in both music and their lives. This work focuses on inclusivity and diversity, engaging with under-represented young people, particularly those from challenging circumstances.

You may also have experience in areas such as Artistic, Artistic Lead, Music, Music Director, Director of Music, Creative Director, Art, Art Director, Director of Art, Deputy Music Director, Head of Music, Creative Lead.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Director of Sales and Marketing

We are seeking an experienced, strategic and dynamic leader to join the team as Director of Sales and Marketing to lead the commercial sales and marketing initiatives.

If you are passionate about inspiring audiences through science and innovation and can drive the sales and marketing efforts to new heights, then we would love to hear from you!

Position: Director of Sales and Marketing

Location: Edinburgh/Hybrid

Hours: Full Time

Salary: Circa £48k - £58k per annum depending on experience, plus some great benefits

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: Hybrid working, generous holiday allowance (34-36 days per annum), option to buy additional annual leave via annual leave purchase scheme, sustainable travel perks scheme, pension and life insurance provisions (3x salary), Employee Assistance Programme, learning and development opportunities

Closing Date: 22 September 2024. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis so please apply early to register your interest.  We reserve the right to close applications early.

Interview Date: w/c 30 September

The Role

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth, enhancing brand presence, and expanding global market reach. You will play a crucial role in developing and executing innovative sales strategies, acquiring and managing high-profile clients, and positioning the organisation at the forefront of the industry.

About You

With a proven track record in B2B sales and with a history of meeting or exceeding revenue targets, you will have strong experience in strategic marketing, digital marketing, and brand development.

An exceptional leader with a background in managing and mentoring teams, you will have the ability to analyse market trends and drive business development through your excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

You will also have proficiency in CRM systems and digital marketing tools.

The Organisation

The organisation delivers one of Europe’s largest science festivals, a primary school education programme across Scotland, a careers event for secondary school pupils, climate engagement programmes and a variety of international programming activities and projects.  They believe in inspiring, encouraging and challenging people of all ages and backgrounds to explore and understand the world around them.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for international travel.
• A vibrant and supportive work environment.
• The chance to lead a passionate team and make a global impact.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds because the organisation believes that bringing together people with different perspectives, ideas and experiences always leads to better discussions, decisions and results.

You may have experience in other areas such as Sales, Marketing, Marketing and Communications, Digital Marketing, Income Generation, Director of Sales, Director of Marketing, Director of Marketing and Communications, Director of Income Generation, Sales Director, MD, Managing Director, Director of Marketing.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

World Obesity Federation (WOF) is a worldwide federation with over 100 members and takes a holistic view of obesity from cause and preventation to treatment. WOF is a lead partner to global agencies on obesity, including WHO, and a member of  the Global Obesity Coalition.

The position will provide stratagic and operational oversight to WOF programs and overall workplan, working alongside colleagues leading on advocacy/convening, training/capacity building. data and evidence, and finance and communications.The position will help shape and provide operational alignment across and deliver on the new three year workplan.

The position is part of the senior leadership and will have 2 direct reports and operate on a matrix structure.

Desire skills - advance degree in public health, medicine, epidemiology or equivalent experience in the same field, 8 years work experience in global health, project management including workplans, proposal writing, effective communication across sector and cultures, and with both external and internal stakeholders.

Excellent spoken communications and interpersonal skills, right to work in the UK and able to travel internationally.

Desireable skills - understanding of heath systems global health and development, and health education, with experience in noncommunicable disease and / or risk factors, nutrition, organisation management and strategy skills, Additional languages. 

First interview 19th September

Second interview with a presentation 25th September

About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

THE ROLE
•    This is a key leadership role, responsible for leading the Trust’s strategic delivery in for Northern Ireland, managing, inspiring and coaching a multidisciplinary team focused on prioritising activities of greatest impact to take advantage of unique opportunities in Northern Ireland whilst ensuring alignment with our UK plans.
•    The role reports to the Director Operations and People and is part of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for deploying its resources and activities in line with Trust priorities. The role will work collaboratively alongside other Country and Regional Directors fostering effective working relationships with colleagues located across the UK.
•     The role will represent the Trust professionally, promoting our work externally to high level partners, funders and stakeholders with a particular focus on development and delivery of complex land-use projects, multi-organisation partnerships and political advocacy. We’re at an exciting time in our development and looking for someone who can really drive forward our ambitions in Northern Ireland.
•    Role model Woodland Trust Values, ‘Our Nature’ with both external and internal stakeholders, leading the Northern Ireland team to embed and maintain these values ensuring the region is a consistently great place to work.  
 

THE CANDIDATE
•    Strong background of leading and managing teams at a senior level, preferably in the conservation or environmental sector, you’ll be an inspirational leader. 
•    Experience of developing effective relationships internally and externally, you’ll be a strong communicator with the ability to influence at a senior level, motivate, inspire and shape strategy. 
•    Responsible for the delivery of our strategic plan in Northern Ireland you’ll be able to promote the work of the Woodland Trust with energy flair and imagination to high level partners, funders and stakeholders.
•    Experience in shaping and implementing organisational strategy as well as setting and managing multi-million £ budgets, having the responsibility to report to executive levels.
•    Experience in delivering operational leadership, change management and high performance across the Operations function including multiple complex projects. 
•    The role is based in in Northern Ireland and will require the successful candidate to undertake travel across a wide area. A full driving licence is required.

Our Organisational Nature enables us to better understand what it means to be part of the Woodland Trust, empowering us to make an impact, every day. We want you to be able to role model our values; ‘Grow Together’, ‘Focus’, ‘Explore’ and ‘Make it Count’ to ensure each of us plays our part in helping to protect, restore and create our woods and trees.

Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
•    Enhanced Employer Pension
•    Life Assurance
•    Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
•    Generous Annual Leave
•    Enhanced Parental Pay
•    Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Woodland Trust embraces diversity and inclusion. We want our team to reflect the UK's diverse community. We support people from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who are under-represented.

Application Advice: Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Your enthusiasm for the environment and our core values—Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count—are what matter most. We also keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows your experience and passion for the role.

Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. We look forward to hearing from you and working together to make a positive impact on our planet.

1st interviews will be held via Teams on 24th & 25th October 2024.
2nd interviews will be held in-person on 5th November 2024.

As the Assistant Director of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in steering the financial strategy of our organisation. This is not just about overseeing budgets and financial operations-it's about shaping the future of a charity that makes a real difference in the lives of those we support.

It's not just about balance sheets and budgets; it's about making a real difference in the lives of those we support. Dive into the heart of our cause, collaborate with dedicated colleagues, and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your financial acumen is directly contributing to positive change.

Permanent Position

Hybrid Working ( Two days their Belfast Office)

£65,000 - £70,000 Salary

What's the Role?

The Assistant Director of Finance will be reporting into the Director of Finance, your main responsibilities would be:

• Overseeing and managing the Finance function for the Group and associated companies.
• Producing and distributing timely financial management information, including key statistical data, and identifying underlying trends for action.
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining finance policies, procedures, and related documentation, ensuring alignment with best practices and current legislation.
• Liaising with Group Auditors in the production of Statutory Accounts.
• Representing the Finance team in key business projects, including new business ventures and TUPE transfers.
• Leading and developing the Finance team, ensuring consistent delivery of high standards across the department.

Closing date is the 19th of September.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis. Early application will be advantageous

Beat the UK’s eating disorder charity is seeking a new Director of Fundraising, this is a fantastic opportunity if you are looking for a new challenge or if you are considering stepping up into your first Director role. You would be joining a strong supportive leadership team who work collaboratively and are committed to demonstrating the values of the organisation. Central to their success is the commitment to build and maintain supportive and mutually empowering relationships with colleagues, supporters, and beneficiaries. One of the ways to support their people in terms of wellbeing is that all staff work a 4-day week/34 hours at full time pay – this was introduced during COVID and due to it’s success has continued.

The Organisation
Beat is the UK’s eating disorder charity. Founded in 1989 as the Eating Disorders Association, Beat's mission is to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders. Its national Helpline exists to encourage and empower people to seek help quickly, as early treatment greatly increases the chances of recovery. Individuals can reach out to Beat online or by phone, where they will be listened to, helped to understand the illness, and supported in taking positive steps towards recovery.

Beat also extends support to family and friends, providing them with essential skills and advice to assist their loved ones while maintaining their own mental well-being. Beat shares a vision of ending the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders and is driven by the people it serves, the impact it can make, and the commitment shared among its members.

More information about Beat can be found on their website.

The Role
Beat is seeking someone with the ambition, creativity, and drive to build on its recent success and help the organisation reach a new level of influence and impact. The ideal candidate may already be working at the Director level or may be looking to step up into the Director role after leading a successful team within a larger fundraising function.

Person specification

• Significant experience at a senior level in a fundraising function with good understanding of all aspects of charity fundraising and a proven track record of raising significant sums and managing relationships in at least one key area. 
• Experience in developing and monitoring the implementation of strategies, budgets and operational plans.

Please download the Candidate Information Pack for further information.

How to Apply
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please provide:

•    An up-to-date CV
•    A supporting statement of no more than 1 side of A4, outlining your experience, motivations and suitability for the role.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application or if you would like to have an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter - Managing Partner, Charities.

Application Closing Date: Monday 30th September 2024
Interviews with Beat: Week commencing 28th October 2024 (TBC)

Associate Director

We are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. The Associate Director – East of England will lead the Stroke Association’s work in East of England to significantly increase their reach and impact, making a positive difference to the lives of people affected by stroke.

If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

Position: S11194 Associate Director – East of England

Location: Home-based, East of England. Extensive travel will be required as part of this role (including team meetings in the East of England and other work related meetings)

Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week (but applications from those seeking 14 to 21 hours per week will be considered.

Salary: circa £36,637 per annum for 21 hours per week, pro rata for less hours. Inner London weighting £2,370 per annum, pro rata for less hours or outer London weighting £1,260 per annum, pro rata for less hours may be applied in accordance to where you live

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.

Closing Date: 16 September 2024

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

Interviews will be held via Teams. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.

The Role

Reporting to the Executive Director of Locality Impact our Locality Impact Directorate is responsible for the effective delivery of high quality commissioned and non-commissioned support to stroke survivors and carers. We provide a range of support for people from the early days after stroke throughout their recovery and into the longer term, working closely with our network of volunteers, Stroke Association support groups, and independent groups as part of the Stroke Group Network.

You’ll lead a motivated and engaged team of staff and volunteers to:

· Champion and support improvements to NHS stroke services, building effective relationships with key stakeholders and influencing local stroke policy and practice

· Increase the reach and impact of locality delivered services to ensure all new stroke survivors in the East of England receive the support they need to rebuild their lives after stroke

· Engage with the wider stroke community to put stroke on the map and ensure stroke survivors have the support they need, with a focus on addressing health inequalities

About You

You will have:

· Senior-level experience in advocacy/influencing; service delivery or community engagement and development.

· Senior level experience influencing local or national policy change, ideally in health and social care.

· Substantial experience of holding senior-level relationships with partner organisations, ideally in health and social care / the NHS and a strong understanding of systems leadership.

· Substantial experience of leading high performing teams and large distributed teams (paid staff and volunteers) and an inspiring and motivational approach to leadership.

The East of England comprises of the areas within the Integrated Care Boards of: Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, Norfolk and Waveney, Suffolk and North East Essex, Mid and South Essex, Hertfordshire and West Essex, Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.

This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.

To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.

When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.

Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.

About the Organisation

Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.

When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.

We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.

We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.

We’re working to improve the diversity of our team.  Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.

We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. 

Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.

In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

You may also have experience in areas such as Engagement, Community Engagement, Health Policy, Advocacy, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

**Hybrid / Remote**

A Bit about Us:

WellChild is the national charity for seriously ill children and their families. We fund programmes and services to help children and young people living with complex medical needs to live and thrive at home instead of hospital whenever possible.

About the role:

As our Finance Manager you will be at the heart of the charity’s operations and play a vital role in helping us embark on a new 3-year strategy. Working closely with the Director of Operations and CEO your role and expertise will be pivotal in driving excellence and integrity in financial management and strategic financial decisions.

Your responsibilities will span the entire financial lifecycle, including budgeting, forecasting and meticulous reporting. You will also lead on management reporting, cashflow planning and the delivery of WellChild’s audit, Annual Report & Accounts.

What are we looking for:

You will have a detailed knowledge of accounting principles (ideally from within the charity sector), strong analytical skills; be able to demonstrate both operational and strategic thinking and have a proficiency in accounting alongside a relevant finance qualification; ACA, ACCA, ACMA (qualification by experience maybe considered).

As the main finance role for the charity ( supported by the Operations Team) you w ill be an excellent communicator, unflappable and diligent individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys a diverse workload.

Have advanced excel skills, experience of charity accounts, SORP and charity VAT and be able to plan, prioritise and organise your work with impeccable attention to detail.

What we can offer:

■ Salary circa £41,000.(pro rata)

■ 23 days holiday on appointment rising to 27 days plus 8 bank holidays.

■ Stakeholder Pension Scheme from appointment.

■ Employee Assistance Programme.

■ TOIL for out of hours work.

At WellChild we work in a really flexible way, this is a hybrid role with approx one day per week in the Cheltenham office and we are happy to consider a variety of working patterns.

For full details of the role please see the enclosed documents and we look forward to receiving your applications!