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Individual Giving Manager (Parental leave cover role)

Are you passionate about bringing art to everyone? Do you believe in the power of digital to transform lives?

We're looking for an Individual Giving Manager to join our friendly and dedicated team to help us to achieve our fundraising ambitions across multiple channels of individual giving.

We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries, particularly individuals who experience physical, mental, or social barriers to accessing the arts.

About Art UK

Art UK is an art education charity on a mission to make the art in UK public collections accessible to everyone – for enjoyment, learning and research. It enables a global audience of five million people a year to learn about the UK’s national art collection by digitising artworks and telling the stories behind the art. In addition to innovative engagement tools such as Tagger and Curations, Art UK is currently working on new initiatives including a major learning programme, making this a truly exciting time to join the organisation. Art UK is the operating name of the Public Catalogue Foundation, a charity registered in England and Wales (1096185) and in Scotland (SC048601). 

About you

You will be a confident and persuasive communicator who is completely at ease engaging with supporters and stakeholders at all levels. You will have a sound knowledge and understanding of individual giving, particularly mid-value and low-level giving. You will understand the value and importance of high-quality donor stewarding, be well-organised, and comfortable working accurately with data. Additionally, you will have experience writing compelling content on and offline. You will be full of initiative with the ability to work independently and autonomously. 

At Art UK you will be well-supported within a team focused on achieving Art UK’s fundraising goals, comprising:

• the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive, Trustees and Philanthropy Board
• the Head of Development, who oversees all fundraising activities at Art UK but has a particular focus on researching and applying to grant-giving trusts and public sector bodies
• the Development Officer, who supports activities across all income streams including donor stewardship and communications, prospect research, and CRM database management 

You will promote equality and diversity in all aspects of your work – with the public, colleagues and external partners.

This is an exciting time to join Art UK's Development team, as it is going through a period of growth and change. You will be responsible for leading the development of our individual giving programme into a multi-faceted, campaigns-focused programme.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute an effective and sustainable individual giving plan and budget in line with the overall Art UK fundraising strategy, to grow income from new and existing donors and achieve annual targets
• Provide high-quality, tailored stewarding for new and existing supporters, ensuring they feel valued and understand the impact their contribution makes
• Lead on donor research, prospecting, cultivation and conversion activities to develop a pipeline of individual giving at all levels
• Pitch giving opportunities to prospective donors through bespoke presentations, meetings and events
• Create targeted campaigns and bespoke donor journeys
• Create compelling written content for digital and print media
• Plan and deliver fundraising and stewarding events, including attending events where possible
• Monitor campaign effectiveness and produce regular reporting on performance against targets
• Ensure donations are processed quickly and donors are thanked for their contribution
• Contribute to other areas of fundraising including small grant applications, research, and supporter communications
• Keep abreast of the latest fundraising practices, legislation and technology opportunities

Necessary skills

• Essential: Ertners
• Essential: Experience creating, implementing and evaluating fundraising strategies for individual giving
• Essential: First-class written and spoken communication skills, and the confidence to engage and work effectively with a range of people
• Essential: Experience creating successful bespoke proposals or asks for prospective donors
• Essential: Experience planning and managing fundraising events
• Essential: Experience undertaking data analysis and effectively utilising supporter data for campaign purposes
• Essential: Copywriting, proofing and editing skills
• Essential: Experience working with CRM databases to a high level of accuracy
• Essential: Excellent awareness of fundraising best practice and legislation, particularly in relation to donor data including GDPR
• Essential: Self-motivated, with exceptional time management and organisation skills
• Desirable: Experience leading on low-level giving fundraising/crowdfunding campaigns
• Desirable: Active interest in the visual arts and awareness of UK art collections
• Desirable: Experience working with a diverse range of audiences
• Desirable: Experience working on projects with a broad range of partners

Contract terms

• 0.8 FTE (4 days a week) 
• 15-month fixed-term contract, October 2024 – December 2025
• Salary £35,000 per annum pro rata
• Three-month probationary period
• One-month termination clause
• Work from home, anywhere in the UK

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus regional Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Paid Christmas closure period (Christmas Day to New Year’s Day)
• Flexible working hours
• Workplace pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Above statutory paid sick leave
• Enhanced paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Monthly wellbeing hour
• Trained Mental Health First Aider’s
• Regular staff socials, both virtual and in-person
• Eye tests paid for up to £35, glasses subsidised up to £30

Application

Please visit our website to download the application form. To apply, please submit your completed application form by 9am on Tuesday 10 September 2024. If you are experiencing issues downloading the document or require support in completing your form, please contact us.

Forms must be sent in MS Word or a format compatible to MS Word. Please do not send PDFs. Applications sent as a PDF will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held via video call on Friday 20 September 2024. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion please note that we redact some details from applications ahead of the shortlisting stage to ensure the removal of unconscious bias. Details that we redact include (but are not limited to) references to protected characteristics, names of educational institutions and indications of political affiliations.

Art UK is the operating name of the Public Catalogue Foundation, a charity registered in England and Wales (1096185) and in Scotland (SC048601). For more information, please vist Art Uk website

Are you a driven, collaborative and compassionate individual with a proven record of working with male adults in the criminal justice system, whether in the community or in prisons? Do you have experience of engaging successfully with challenging people, for example people who have complex needs, people who are reluctant to discuss their needs, or people who are angry and confused?

If so, St Giles Trust is looking for a proactive Personal Wellbeing Navigator to oversee the delivery of Personal Wellbeing services to referrals of community offenders and prison leavers, including families, made by the Probation Service in North Yorkshire.

About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need.  Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.

Who are we?
St Giles is an award-winning social justice charity using expertise and real-life past experiences to empower people who are not getting the help they need. People held back by poverty, exploited, abused, dealing with addiction or mental health problems, caught up in crime or a combination of these issues and others. We show people there is a way to build a better future for themselves and those they care about and help them create this through support, advice, and training. Our peer-led services form the backbone of our work, putting people with lived experience at the centre of delivery, design, and evaluation of support and services across the UK.

The Wise Group is a leading social enterprise which is proud to be making a difference to people’s lives. We’re proud because we help people to find jobs, provide advice to people struggling to heat their homes and support people to find their feet following time in prison. To do this, the Wise Group works in partnership with everyone from large businesses to national and local government and third sector organisations who provide essential specialist support to our customers. Together, we’re greater than the sum of our parts.

The Wise Group and St Giles came together a few years ago to form a partnership with the aim of supporting the Probation Resettlement reforms by offering a high-quality service underpinned by staff who have lived experience and cultural competency. To date we have been awarded more than 20 contracts to deliver Personal Wellbeing, Finance, Benefit & Debt and Women’s Services across England and Wales.

About this key role

Our successful candidate will provide person-centred support to a caseload of service users who will either be serving community sentences or being released from prison.  This will involve undertaking assessment and action planning with individual service users which will result in timely and prescribed outcomes being achieved, and creating a safe and trusting environment, using trauma informed practice to successfully facilitate a supportive and constructive relationship with service users.  You will deliver a range of interventions to service users, including group work sessions where required, and work with service users flexibly, meeting and undertaking interventions in a range of prescribed locations across a wide geographical area.

We will also rely on you to develop and maintain positive working relationships with external agencies including Probation, Prisons and partners, and work towards contractual targets and outcomes within agreed timescales and in line with specified quality standards.  Using agreed CRM databases, recording all activity relating to caseload and ensuring all information is recorded within agreed deadlines are all also vital aspects of the role.

What we are looking for

• Experience in working with partner agencies either as part of a multi-agency team working towards common objectives or negotiating to establish links to further the aims of a project
• L3 qualification in Advice and Guidance or equivalent
• A sound knowledge of the requirements of managing a caseload
• An understanding of the barriers faced by people with complex and multiple needs
• The ability to assess clients’ needs and provide tailored, client-led support through action planning and interventions involving advice, guidance, advocacy, and coaching
• Impressive interpersonal, relationship-building and communication skills, verbal and written
• A flexible, collaborative and professional approach to your work.

Please note: this role requires that successful candidates must undergo an Enhanced Adult workforce with Adult Barred List DBS check, on the basis that the post involves contact with vulnerable participants and colleagues.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

Closing date: 18th Sept 2024. 11:00pm         Interview date: 27th Sept 2024.

We are hoping to welcome an approachable and knowledgeable Dementia Adviser to work alongside our external partners and current Dementia Advisers in Cornwall! 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About the role

Location: Community Based in South West Region, covering East Cornwall predominantly Liskeard, with homeworking elements. 
 
This is a community based role, often requiring home visits and community engagement as well as home working. This is an amazing opportunity to have a rewarding career providing support and guidance to people with dementia and their carers. This role is part of a new Multi-agency contract, including Disability Cornwall, Memory Matters, Alzheimer’s society and Cornwall Foundation Trust, working alongside the Primary Care Dementia Practitioners, to provide support to individuals affected by Dementia county wide. 

We strive to help people to maintain independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting people in more control of their own lives. We promote a person-centred service so that our support is unique to each individual, based upon their own aspirations and needs. We provide information and support in people’s homes and at locations across Cornwall.

- Offering a vital and compassionate advice service to support and guide those affected by dementia
- Provide community based, face to face services for an increased level of support for more complex cases.
- Managing referrals, assisting clients in assessing their information and support needs in a person-centred manner.
- Providing knowledgeable and trusted information regarding services and benefits available and, where appropriate, assist clients in accessing them.
- Signposting clients to a choice of suitable other sources of help, where appropriate.
- Developing a proactive approach in reaching people with dementia and carers who may not otherwise access our services.

There is no direct care element to the Dementia Adviser role, however we work passionately to provide advice, support and guidance to people affected by dementia. This role will support people who have received a Dementia Diagnosis and help provide the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their future post diagnostically.

About you

- A passion for supporting people to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them take more control of their lives
- A solid and compassionate understanding of the needs of people affected by dementia
- The ability to work inclusively with people affected by dementia, along with an understanding of the need for client confidentially
- Great communication skills, adapting your approach to ensure understanding at all levels
- Effective networking and influencing skills and the ability to manage your time effectively.
- Good IT skills and experience working with databases and virtual meeting software (e.g., MS Teams and Zoom)
- The ability to travel across Mid- Cornwall area independently when required
- Excellent partnership working and communication skills
- A passion for change and making a difference to individuals affected by Dementia.
- A drive to widen your knowledge base and continually learn and develop. 

Closing date: 9th September 2024
Interview date: TBC

About Alzheimer's Society

At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.

Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.

Our Values

We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.

Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.

Equal Opportunities

We’re a national charity providing dementia support to a community that’s ethnically diverse, but we don’t reflect this in our senior leadership. This needs to change.

We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the community we exist to serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from ethnically diverse communities who are traditionally underrepresented in the charity sector leadership roles.

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.

We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.

Can you inspire and be inspired? Can you deliver great customer service? Are you looking for a chance to shine? We have fantastic opportunities for progression and development and the Freedom to nurture ideas and flair within a Framework of support to develop you.

At Barnardo's we believe in children, the funds we raise in store support the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK and now's your chance to play your part in this vital work. As well as maximising sales and profit in store you'll also ensure the very highest standards of presentation and customer services – your aim will be to make your store the best in town, for customers to visit and for your colleagues to work in.

You're an experienced people manager; you are creative and resourceful and can use this to generate customer, donor and colleague loyalty. You'll need to be well organised with great communication skills to lead your team of colleagues in store to maximise sales and profit and meet your stores targets.

In return you will work for one of the UK's largest charity retailers with benefits, including full training and development package, promotion prospects, pension and benefits.

Generating the money we need to make children's lives better is a truly fulfilling role so if you'd like to use your talent to make a positive difference then we would love to hear from you!

The full Job description and Person profile is available below. Please read this before applying to ensure that the job matches your skills and experience.

* As part of Barnardo's ongoing commitment to safeguarding, our retail recruitment process requires that successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic criminal records check.

Interview Date: Where an interview date has been given in the advert, this will be the only date available. Please check this before proceeding with your application.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

We are looking for an exceptional writer who can turn complex ideas into clear and compelling written materials for a variety of audiences, from fundraising applications, to donor communications and promotional materials.

Salary: £34,736 FTE paid pro rata for days worked

Hours of Work: 3 days/wk (21 hrs)

Contract length: 1 year, with potential to extend

Benefits: 28 days annual leave plus 3 discretionary days at Christmas (both pro rata); 5% pension contribution; sick leave, dependency leave and compassionate leave days

Application Deadline: 10am (GMT) Monday 16 September

About Pembroke House

Pembroke House is a centre for social action and residential community in Walworth, south-east London. 

We were founded in 1885, by students from Pembroke College, Cambridge, as one of the first settlement houses. Shocked by growing poverty and inequality, the pioneers of the settlement movement sought a new approach: taking up residence to live, work and solve problems alongside local communities. 

For over 130 years, we’ve been working to bridge traditional divides and unite people – whatever their background or walk of life – in building a better Walworth.

About the role

The Copywriter will play a crucial role in Pembroke House’s fundraising efforts and in communicating our work to a range of audiences. This position involves crafting compelling written materials for a range of audiences, including funding applications, annual reports and longer-form external communications. You’ll be an exceptional writer, with a passion for storytelling and a proven ability to inspire action through works. And you’ll combine these written skills with a proven eye for detail and the ability to see overlapping tasks through to completion.

Main duties

FUNDRAISING APPLICATIONS

• Research, write, and edit high-quality fundraising applications tailored to the requirements of various funding bodies, foundations, and partners.

• Collaborate with programme managers and other team members to gather relevant information, data, and success stories that support funding requests.

• Ensure that all proposals are aligned with the charity’s mission, objectives, and strategic priorities.

• Develop and maintain clear cases for support across Pembroke House’s activities that can be used for various purposes

• Manage multiple proposals simultaneously, ensuring timely submission and compliance with funder guidelines.

• Copy-edit and provide feedback on applications to trusts & foundations written by other members of the team.

DONOR COMMUNICATIONS

• Write persuasive donor appeals, thank-you letters, and follow-up communications that effectively convey the importance of continued support.

• Develop content for donor reports that clearly articulate the impact of their contributions and the outcomes of funded projects.

• Support the Pembroke House team to craft cases for support and campaign messaging that resonates with potential donors.

• Draft the charity’s annual report, coordinating with the wider team to gather relevant material and case-studies.

PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS

• Create and edit promotional content for various platforms, including our websites, social media, and long-form project reports.

• Produce compelling case-studies and snapshots of our work for a variety of purposes.

• Ensure consistency in the charity’s voice and messaging across all communications.

• Work closely with design contractors to produce print and digital materials that enhance the charity’s brand and message.

How to apply

Please visit our website at the link below and complete the application and equal opportunities form by 10am on Monday 16 September. 

Service Manager - Young Peoples Team Location: Leeds, LS12 2LY Salary: £30,280 - £43,780 per annum Our client is one of England’s most successful home-grown charities. They provide free, confidential support for alcohol, drugs, housing, or mental health in friendly local places across the UK. They are committed to fair chances for all and making sure everyone can access the help and support they need to realise their potential. By joining theit teams of passionate individuals, you will be contributing to making this happen.  You can really make a difference by believing in their service users and their ability to make positive changes when they don’t always believe in themselves.  They are incredibly proud of the work that they do to help address health inequalities in England. Every five minutes, an individual accesses one of their services, and they have supported over 90,000 people across all their services last year. The Role They are looking for a Service Manager to oversee its Young People's Team. As the Young People's Team Service Manager, you will be working with a committed, diverse team, of approximately 14 staff, who support young people across Leeds with issues related to drugs and alcohol. In addition, you will help develop the skills of this highly valuable team as you lead them towards personal fulfilment—and career success! The service supports young people up to the age of 18, as well as offering support and treatment for drug or alcohol use to young adults aged 18 - 24. As a Service Manager for the Young People’s Team, they are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting young people to reach their potential and recognise the positive impact quality drug and alcohol interventions can have on young lives. They require the Service Manager to be confident in developing strong relationships with a diverse range of community partners to support young people. Ideally you will: Have experience of working in services that support children and young people or adults. Experience or knowledge of services that support people around drugs and alcohol. Experience of developing new pathways, service relationships and service models Hold or be working towards a recognised Management qualification e.g., Level 5 in management / Leadership (or have relevant experience). If you’re interested in experiencing a different service-delivery model and have several years of management experience, ideally as a Service Manager in another field, this may be the perfect role for you. If you have less experience of managing staff, they're willing to overlook this if you can provide us with evidence of unique skills or talents. Benefits Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service) Annual leave purchase scheme Enhanced occupational sick pay Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension Death in service benefit Free Will writing Eyecare vouchers Blue light card discount Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies Happy, Healthy You! – their wellbeing offers for their workforce Employee Assist Programme and Humankind Support Networks To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer  They value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring, and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. They encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, they want to hear for you. They also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use.

Marine Officer (Wales) 

Salary: up to £28,907  

Location: Home based (Wales and UK), some UK travel will be required  

Full time: 35 hours per week  

Fixed Term Contract until March 2026 

Closing date for applications: 8th September 2024  

First interview: 24th September 2024  

Second interview: 4th October 2024 

About Us  

Our client is the central charity which supports the federation of 46 independent Trusts working for nature’s recovery across the UK, Alderney and the Isle of Man. The Trusts’ vision is of a thriving natural world, with abundant wildlife and healthy natural habitats playing a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and everyone inspired to take action for nature’s recovery. 

Collectively, The Trusts have more than 900,000 members, employ 3,500 staff, look after over 2,300 nature reserves, operate 123 visitor and education centres and own 29 working farms. The role of the trust is to ensure a strong voice for wildlife at a UK level and to provide strategic leadership, support and development for The Trusts. They provide shared expertise in areas such as climate change, digital fundraising, nature-based solutions, policy and safeguarding. They facilitate UK-wide communities of practice to share learning and replicate successful approaches so that together they are more than the sum of their parts. They support the individual Trusts to be a strong force for nature in their local areas and to work together to achieve even greater impact as a collective. 

The Trusts are on a mission to bring about a people-powered nature and climate recovery by empowering people to take meaningful action for nature, and to create an inclusive society where nature matters to everyone, everywhere. They are ambitious in their desire not just to slow, but to reverse the declines in nature. 

If you are a passionate marine conservationist looking for a role that will deliver significant benefits for wildlife and nature across Wales with one of the UK’s best-loved nature charities, then they have an exciting opportunity for you. 

They are the largest non-governmental organisation working on marine in the UK, and are looking for a supportive, enthusiastic and knowledgeable colleague to join their team. Despite Blue Planet and more recently the Wild Isles series, we still have a job to do, to raise the profile of the sea and all that lives within it. 

Our client know that our marine wildlife is under increasing pressure and we need to do more to conserve it for future generations – are you the person to help us do that? WThey are looking for an individual to join the Trusts delivering positive changes in marine conservation policy in Wales. 

About You

You will be organised and motivated, able to take the initiative and lead the effective delivery of marine conservation policy in Wales. You will have an understanding of issues facing marine wildlife. You will likely have experience of advocacy work and ideally an understanding of Welsh environmental legislation. You are used to keeping accurate records and can present clearly and professionally. You are likely to have a keen interest in and understanding of UK marine conservation. 

The Trusts value passion, respect, trust, integrity, pragmatic activism and strength in diversity. Whilst they are passionate in promoting their aims, they are not judgemental and are inclusive. They particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within their sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. They are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. 

 
Our client take our Safeguarding responsibilities extremely seriously. Please refer to the documents section to read the commitment statement 

As a Disability Confident employer, they are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let them know if you require any adjustments to make their recruitment process more accessible. 

Our client are committed to increasing diversity of its staff through its Levelling the field recruitment pledge and will offer an interview to any ethnic minority applicants that meets all the essential criteria for the post. 

Please be aware they may not accept applications if they have reason to believe they have been wholly produced using generative AI tools.  

This role may be subject to a DBS check 

Interim Head of Strategic Funding

Are you a fundraising leader passionate about making a real difference? Do you have the skills to secure vital funding that will change young people's lives?

Position: Interim Head of Strategic Funding

Salary: £61,273 per annum

Location: Gilwell Park, Chingford, London (Hybrid Working - 1-2 days in the office)

Contract: 12-month fixed term, full-time (35 hours per week)

As the Interim Head of Strategic Funding, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Scouts by securing essential funding from high-value sources, including government, trusts, and high net worth individuals. This is more than just a job; it's your chance to lead a dedicated team in a mission-driven organisation that values your expertise and supports your growth.

Why join us?

• Salary: Earn £61,273 per annum with Outer London Weighting.
• Flexibility: Benefit from hybrid working, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life.
• Holiday & Wellbeing: Enjoy 28 days of holiday, rising to 32 after two years, plus bank holidays. We also offer extra days off during December and additional family care days.
• Career Development: We're committed to your professional growth with opportunities for learning, development, and progression.
• Inclusive Culture: Work in a supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Our team believes in the power of kindness, teamwork, and celebrating diversity.

Your Role: As the Interim Head of Strategic Funding, your leadership will be crucial in driving the strategy and management of our Strategic Funding team. You'll be responsible for:

• Leading and inspiring a team of four, fostering innovation and collaboration.
• Securing significant funding to support Scouts' strategic priorities, ensuring our ability to reach and positively impact more young people.
• Managing relationships with high-value funders, ensuring their support aligns with Scouts' goals.
• Working closely with internal stakeholders to identify and develop new funding opportunities.
• Overseeing budgets and ensuring financial targets are met.

Who are we looking for?

• Fundraising Expertise: You have extensive knowledge of grant fundraising, from prospecting to long-term stewardship.
• Leadership Skills: You excel at managing and motivating teams, driving high performance and fostering a positive working culture.
• Strategic Thinker: You can align funding strategies with organisational goals and navigate complex relationships with funders.

At Scouts, we're committed to giving young people purpose, hope, and a place to belong. Our mission is to help them gain skills for life, and as the Interim Head of Strategic Funding, you'll be at the forefront of this effort. You'll be part of a team that believes in making a difference, supporting each other, and having fun along the way.

Ready to take the lead? If you're excited about the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us secure the future of Scouts.

Apply by: Friday, 13th September 2024

Interviews: Wednesday, 25th September 2024 at Gilwell Park

Join us in creating a brighter future for young people.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Purpose of the job

The primary purpose of this newly-created role of Events and Office Manager is to deliver in-person and online events and experiences for children, young people and registered leaders in the London District area.

These events will include activity days, competitions, learning and development sessions and awards and recognition events. Their successful delivery relies on team working with key volunteers and trustees, creative and careful planning, effective communication, and efficient administration and engagement with suppliers and participants.

About The Boys’ Brigade in London

The Boys’ Brigade London District is comprised of 70 companies (local groups) located from Slough in the West to Margate in the East, Hoddesdon in the North to Tonbridge in the South. The area includes the companies located in the whole of Greater London as well as all the companies in Kent.

The companies within the District are organised into seven Battalions of varying sizes. The Boys’ Brigade in London has faith in young people and supports Companies & Battalions, to provide them with opportunities to learn, grow and discover in a safe, fun and caring environment that is rooted in the Christian faith. It will do this through workstreams that connect, equip, enable & engage, a mission which aligns with The Boys’ Brigade UK & ROI Vision, Mission & Values.

Key responsibilities

The jobholder will:

• Work with volunteer teams (sub committees) to create a calendar of events for children, young people and registered leaders for each session (academic year). 
• Drive forward and support volunteer teams to plan, organise and deliver the agreed calendar of events.
• Develop and execute a simple communications plan to advertise events to the right people, using and appropriate mix of email, social media and paper.
• Be responsible for systems to register participants and collect payments.
• Liaise with external suppliers and venues and handle payments in line with London District’s agreed policies for financial management.
• Ensure that safeguarding, health and safety risks are managed according to national Boys’ Brigade policies and guidance, and prevailing legislation.
• Lead or be part of events teams that ensure the smooth delivery on the day.
• Support the administration of grant funds (including the Jack Petchey Award Scheme) within the District.

About you (person specification)

Essential. You will:

• have GCSE maths and English at grade 4 or above (or equivalent)
• be able to self-motivate and work without close supervision.
• be sympathetic to the object of The Boys’ Brigade.
• have a proven track record – professionally or as a volunteer – of successfully delivering events.
• have experience of working with volunteers with different backgrounds, skills and time to offer.
• be capable of accurate administration, including of financial transactions, and courteous customer service.

Desirable

• You will be familiar with The Boys’ Brigade operating model, or that of other organised Christian youth work.
• Understanding and experience of supporting charity governance, in either a voluntary or paid capacity.

Pay and benefits

£30,000 per annum pro-rated plus reasonable travel and office expenses. Overtime payments may be available.

Location

Homeworking with occasional travel to events in London. Applications are welcome from beyond the London District area but travel costs will only be met within the District area. Home office equipment (laptop, phone, printer etc) will be provided.

Working pattern

This is a part-time role requiring an average of 18 hours per week.

London District are open to considering a range of working patterns for this role, including a regular pattern of mornings and afternoons, or a more flexible approach across a month or term. The role would also be suitable for term-time only working.

Within that overall flexibility, the role will require some evening working (on average four to six times a month) for example to meet with key volunteers, or to facilitate training and events. The role will also require working specified weekends to be part of event teams for key London District events (up to 6 times a year).

Recruitment process

Applications should be submitted by 23.59 on Friday 13 September. Interviews will be held in October in central London. Your application should comprise:

• A covering letter (maximum 3 sides of A4) outlining how you meet the person specification and
• Your CV (maximum 2 sides)

Short-listed candidates will be asked to provide two referees.

Candidates will be subject to a DBS check before they can be appointed.

This new role will be a core part of the Royal Court team, with a focus on high-quality co-ordination and administration to underpin how we manage and support all our staff, ensure smooth board and governance operations, and establish a positive and effective workplace. The job focuses particularly on managing key HR procedures, systems and records (including recruitment); supporting trustee activity including statutory board meetings and paperwork; and ensuring effective internal communications and administration across all our teams. 

The role will manage a high volume of correspondence, documentation and processes including confidential and sensitive information, meaning strong organisational skills, attention to detail and discretion are all vital. While much of the focus of the role is administrative and procedural, this will also be an unrivalled opportunity for someone early in their career to learn about the internal workings and management of a leading cultural charity, and to be part of shaping our next steps. 

The successful candidate will have: 

• Understanding of and commitment to the progression of anti-racism and anti-oppression in the workplace and through your role.

• Excellent IT skills, including confidence engaging with new systems and trouble-shooting issues.

• Positive, friendly and approachable when working with a wide range of staff and stakeholders at all levels.

• Highly organised with a systematic approach to administrative tasks and the ability to forward-plan and use initiative in managing a busy schedule. 

More info can be fouind in the job pack, attached. Should you apply, and as part of our continuous review of the Court’s recruitment approach, we would like to hear from you on where you saw this role advertised.

Criminal Justice Worker

Location: Harrogate, HG1 5PD (Covering York, Harrogate, Scarborough, and all of North Yorkshire)

Salary: £23,088 - £26,440 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm (3:30pm on Fridays).

Are you driven to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals in the criminal justice system? Embrace a rewarding opportunity as a Liaison and Diversion Support Worker.

Join the organisation’s dedicated team in providing essential aftercare support to those who have passed through police custody in York, Harrogate, and Scarborough.

The Role

As a key player in the criminal justice sector, they are committed to offering aftercare support to individuals who have experienced police custody. Their collaborative approach involves partnership work with the Liaison and Diversion team, a combined effort by three partners: HK, Tees Esk and Wear Valley, and Spectrum Community Health. This unique service often requires referrals to other relevant services, done in accordance with client consent, to ensure holistic support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing vital aftercare support to individuals post-police custody.
• Collaborating closely with the Liaison and Diversion team and partner organisations.
• Managing a caseload of clients, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
• Facilitating referrals to other services as required, with client consent.
• Leveraging your experience in support work and partnership collaboration to create positive outcomes.

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to Drive: Highly advantageous due to the widespread geographical coverage.
• Experience in support work, particularly with vulnerable individuals.

• A track record of managing caseloads and collaborating in partnership services.
• Familiarity with the criminal justice system.
• Strong communication skills and empathy for effective client engagement.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

• A rewarding role that allows you to make a tangible impact in your community.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development in the field of substance misuse and criminal justice.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service)
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Enhanced occupational sick pay
• Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
• Death in service benefit
• Free Will writing
• Eyecare vouchers
• Blue light card discount
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
• Work-life balance- flexible working and family-friendly policies
• Happy, Healthy You! – their wellbeing offers for their workforce
• Employee Assist Programme and Humankind Support Networks

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

The organisation is an equal-opportunity employer.
If you feel that you would fit with their values & ethos, are passionate about supporting people, but maybe don’t feel you have the experience required, talk to us about your transferrable skills. For the right people, they can provide development to help you to realise your potential. They welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age.

Contract:  Permanent, full time, 35 hours over 5 days
Salary:  £43,962 - £47,502
Location:  Hybrid – 2 days in the office (Burford, OX18 4PF), 3 days remote 
Closing date:  Sunday 1 September 2024
Interview date:  w/c 19 September 2024

Join Blue Cross as our PMO Manager and help us create a brighter future for pets and the people who love them. 

You'll be part of the central Strategic Planning team, the driving force behind the delivery of our new strategy, ensuring our projects and programmes make a positive impact for pets and people. 

More about the role

At Blue Cross, we believe in making a difference every day for pets and their people. As our PMO Manager, you'll play a vital role in driving our new strategy  forward. You'll be at the heart of  its delivery, ensuring our projects and programmes succeed and contribute meaningfully to our strategic goals. If you're passionate about project and programme management and want to work in a compassionate, collaborative environment that values your contributions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

As our PMO Manager, you’ll oversee a diverse portfolio of projects that drive the Blue Cross strategic plans forward. Your expertise will help ensure every initiative  is delivered on time, within budget, and to the necessary quality standards, ultimately helping us achieve our goals and make a positive impact. Working as part of our expert Strategic Planning team, you'll provide an effective and pragmatic Portfolio Management Office function through the provision of consistent standards, governance, planning, and support.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the development and maintenance of the  Blue Cross project management framework to ensure alignment with best practice and the needs of the charity.
• Provide guidance and support to  teams in applying this framework to deliver consistent and high-quality projects and programmes.
• Undertake the day-to-day management of governance activities across the portfolio 
• Own and manage the portfolio information management system to ensure complete and accurate data accuracy and user accessibility.
• Support effective delivery by maintaining an up-to-date delivery and resource plan through collaboration with stakeholders
• Produce clear and concise reporting on portfolio performance for senior management.
• Drive portfolio performance by centrally tracking benefits across the portfolio in partnership with  finance and, data and insights colleagues
• Work with Learning and Development team colleagues to provide ongoing project management training to continually enhance team capabilities.
• Support the Internal Communications team to foster a culture of transparency and collaboration through effective communication for the delivery of the strategy

Want to know more? We've attached a detailed job description that outlines the role and responsibilities in greater depth.

To understand our vision and strategic direction, please take a look at our '2024-2026 Our Focus'. It outlines our key priorities and strategic goals that guide our projects and initiatives.

About You

We're seeking a highly organised and analytical individual with a passion for both project programme management and animal welfare. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining a keen eye for detail. You’re a strong communicator, able to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

What You’ll Bring 

•  Excellent organisational skills
•  Proven experience in supporting project delivery using a best practice methodology
•  Expertise in activity and resource planning within a project portfolio context
•  Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
•  Proactive approach to problem-solving and task completion
•  Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal
•  Strong presentation skills with experience in creating reports and presentations for senior leadership
•  Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
•  Experience with project portfolio management software and planning tools (e.g., Microsoft Project)
•  Knowledge of project and programme controls methods and frameworks (e.g., Prince2, MSP)

Ready to join us?

Click the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete a short application form and upload your CV ahead of the closing date at 23:59 on Sunday 1 September 2024.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

We look forward to receiving your application!

• Hybrid Working
• High performing working environment

About Our Client

LightEn is a philanthropic organisation and educational platform that signposts pathways with the potential to raise consciousness and help humanity embody the highest levels of love and wisdom. We pursue our mission via three main pathways: curating and creating exceptional educational content and making that content available to all free of charge; providing grants to support the work of individuals and organisations inspired by its vision; and facilitating courses and retreats at locations in London (UK), Asheville, North Carolina (USA) and Mallorca (Spain). Our work is conducted through various entities primarily operating in three countries, including a US-based 501(c)3 and a UK-registered charity, and we are rapidly expanding our footprint and activities across all pathways.

Job Description

The Financial Controller (FC), reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), will manage all accounting functions within LightEn and related entities, making sure that all accounting records are appropriately kept and that accounting procedures and reports are compliant with all relevant standards and legislation. The FC will coordinate and manage the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, prepare monthly accounts, dashboards, forecasts, and other regular financial, regulatory and compliance reports. The FC will ensure that the finance team operates within a robust control environment and will support the CAO in preparing for and coordinating preparations for external audits. The FC will support the development of all internal control policies, contribute to ensuring all financial systems are fit for purpose and maintained, and be able to identify any potential areas for improvement. 

The primary responsibilities will include:

• Day-to-day management of accounting operations for one or more complex corporations or nonprofits, during periods of significant growth and change, including application of compliant accounting treatment for: income recognition including for grants receivable, grants payable, and other forms of charitable giving; accounts payable; general ledger; full cost recovery; inventory accounting; administration of payroll, pensions, and other staff benefits; and any other related accounting and operational tasks.
• Preparation of budgets and financial forecasts and reporting any variances.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts, forecasts, and reports which identify results, trends, and variances to budget.
• Ensuring all transactions are recorded, filed, and reported properly.
• Making sure reporting complies with all appropriate accounting standards, statutory law and financial regulations for one or more complex corporations or nonprofits.
• Documenting operational processes and accounting policies to maintain internal controls.
• Streamlining and improving all operations and accounting systems.
• Coordinating the management of cash flow and identification of funding requirements.
• Supporting the CAO and other members of the leadership team with procurement processes.
• Supporting the CAO and other members of the leadership team with grant-making processes, monitoring, learning, and evaluation.
• Supervising and managing financial staff and managing relationships with any external partners (e.g., payroll service providers).
• Supporting the CAO with thorough preparation for the audit process and liaising with external personnel where required.
• Supporting the CAO in presenting reports to board members, senior executives, and other stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

The FC should hold a recognized CCAB accounting qualification and possess the following:

• experience in managing all day-to-day accounting operations for one or more complex corporations or non-profits;
• outstanding analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills;
• ability to work to tight deadlines;
• strong personal and communication skills;
• confident leadership and management skills;
• strong business acumen through working across both for-profit and non-profit organizations;
• ability to influence people at all levels;
• experience and an appetite for working in a start-up and rapid growth organisation;
• personal affinity with LightEn's mission and approach.

What's on Offer

We would like to offer the successful candidate:

• A market competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave
• Private health insurance, employer-matched pension up to 6%, and a variety of generous benefits

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

Anna Freud is a world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website.

We value diversity and aim to have diverse workforce that reflects the community and our service users, in line with our vision, values and inclusion commitments. We encourage applications from all sections of the community.

The Start for Life Programme aims to support families during the “critical first 1001 days”- from pregnancy until the child is two years of age. The Family Hubs and Start for Life Programme Guidance (DHSC/DfE 2022) recommends increasing workforce capacity and capability through the use of new workforce models that incorporate skill mix. Such changes may help services respond to changing patient needs and workforce availability. Five local authorities in England, who are existing Start for Life sites, were awarded DHSC funding to develop and pilot innovative skill mix models to complement their Family Hub offers and reach to families with children under five.

The Research Fellow will join the team conducting the evaluation of these innovative models of providing early years services. The team is led by Oxford University and is being conducted in collaboration with Anna Freud, University College London, and Ecorys.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a diverse and dynamic team of researchers, learn about applied methodologies for evaluating complex policy initiatives and receive training and consultancy from experts in Social Network Analysis. Furthermore, the post-holder will have opportunities to develop skills and experience in multiple research methodologies and dissemination.

The ideal candidate will need to be a self-starter and quite autonomous in the day-to-day management of the project. They will be part of several wider project teams, where the pace will be quite fast and very busy sometimes, but they will be part of an extremely caring and supportive team who value good communication, generosity, and everyone’s wellbeing.

Location

This role will mostly entail remote or office working but some onsite visits across England may be needed. Work can be carried out from home or at our London site (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH) or our Northern Hub (Huckletree, The Express Building, 9 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester M4 5AD).

Contract duration

Fixed-term until 31 March 2026

Closing date for applications

Midday (12pm), Thursday 5 September 2024.

Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities.

Notification of interview

Shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Tuesday 10 September. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

Interviews

Interviews will be held on Friday 13 September

How to apply

Please click on the 'Apply now’ button. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.