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The Role
As the Senior Stewardship Manager at Social Mind you will be accountable for the overall delivery of our stewardship and community management services.
You will lead the strategic development of this service area helping to elevate our stewardship practices, ensuring they are closely aligned with the objectives of our charity partners and the evolving needs of their supporters.
You will lead and mentor our Stewardship Manager and their team, guiding them all in delivering exceptional supporter journeys and community management initiatives.
Your leadership will ensure that our stewardship approach is proactive, data-driven, and continuously optimised to enhance campaign performance and supporter satisfaction.
Background
Social Mind are experts at using social fundraising to drive income and engagement. From product innovation, journey design and campaign builds to virtual event management, we support charities in delivering successful campaigns at scale.
Our fundraising platform, Social Sync, aims to revolutionise the sector with integrated social fundraising campaigns and behavioural, omni-channel supporter journeys. We empower charities to raise more money through integrated Facebook and white label fundraising pages, build stronger relationships with sophisticated, personal journeys and we unlock supporter potential with meaningful insights.
Key Responsibilities
Campaign Delivery
- Strategic Stewardship Planning: Working collaboratively with the management team you will develop and implement a forward-looking stewardship strategy that aligns with our key objectives and the fundraising goals of our charity partners.
- Campaign Leadership: Work with the Campaign Manager to own the delivery and direction of stewardship in live fundraising campaigns, ensuring they meet or exceed income targets while delivering outstanding supporter experiences.
- Brand Protection: Ensure all stewardship activities are executed to the highest standards, safeguarding the brand and reputations of our business and our charity partners in every interaction.
- Performance Optimisation: Drive continuous improvement in fundraising outcomes by leveraging data insights, supporter feedback, and industry trends to inform stewardship and community management activities.
Supporter Experience
- Service Excellence: Establish and maintain high standards of customer service across all stewardship and community management activities, ensuring that all interactions reflect the values, goals and tone of our charity partners and meet agreed SLAs. You will also act as a subject matter expert on client calls working closely with our Customer Success team.
- Supporter Satisfaction: Monitor and analyse supporter feedback, responding swiftly to issues and opportunities to enhance the supporter experience.
- Safeguarding and Compliance: Ensure all stewardship and campaign delivery activities adhere to safeguarding protocols, data protection laws, and industry best practices, maintaining the highest standards of compliance and ethical conduct.
- Innovation in Stewardship: Identify opportunities for innovation within stewardship and community management, proposing new approaches to enhance campaign effectiveness and supporter engagement.
People Management and Team Building
- Leadership and Vision: Provide strategic leadership to the stewardship team, setting clear objectives, inspiring innovation, and driving accountability.
- Recruitment and Resource Management: Lead the recruitment and talent acquisition process to attract, select, and onboard top talent, ensuring the team is equipped with the skills and expertise needed to achieve strategic goals and that all campaigns are supported by a fully resourced team.
- Coaching and Development: Implement tactical coaching and mentoring that enable team members to develop within their roles and achieve their full potential.
- Performance Management: Oversee performance management for the stewardship team, ensuring that objectives and key results (OKRs) are aligned with both individual career development and organisational goals.
Skills and Knowledge
- Strategic Leadership: Proven experience in leading and executing strategic initiatives ideally within a fundraising or nonprofit environment.
- Fundraising Expertise: Deep understanding of fundraising principles, supporter engagement strategies, and the nonprofit sector.
- Customer Service Excellence: A strong track record of delivering exceptional customer service and managing stakeholder relationships at a senior level.
- Team Development: Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams, with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and professional growth.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Expertise in using data and analytics to drive decision-making and optimise campaign performance.
- Compliance Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of Charity Law, Data Protection Law, The Fundraising Code of Practice, and other relevant standards across the UK.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and believe in the power of a diverse, inclusive team.
We welcome all applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age.
Please let us know if you require anything which would enable your success throughout our interview process.
We cannot offer visa sponsorship and you must be able to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As the Senior Volunteering Manager, you’ll be someone that can inspire people that you manage and wider staff in the team, and help lead key areas of our volunteering programme.
You’ll be someone who sets high expectations for the people that you manage, ensuring that they deliver the best experience possible for our volunteers through quality programme delivery and outcomes. You’ll do this through empowering them to deliver whilst supporting their professional development and investing in their skills.
This role will be responsible for some key department projects, setting expectations and targets with colleagues across the team, learning from our data, leading quality within our programme and looking to develop new ways of working.
We fund better hospital buildings and facilities, pioneering research and advanced medical equipment.
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Do you have a track record of inspiring your team to achieve exceptional results?
We’re looking for you to join our Environmental Education Charity as our new Centre Manager.
- Permanent full-time contract
- Your new place of work is in a beautiful location, be surrounded by nature on your breaks.
- Starting salary circa £38,618 per annum
- Excellent benefits – including 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, life assurance and a health cash plan, see the full list below.
Love where you work!
Established in 1943, our network of Learning Locations provides day and residential outdoor education courses for all ages. We aim to create outstanding opportunities for everyone to learn about nature.
We value each of our team members and understand that every role is vital to deliver our mission, so, we provide great benefits* to reward and support you while you work with us.
What you’ll be doing
As our Centre Manager you will have a key operational and leadership role within our charity. You’ll work closely with the Head of Education and Operations to ensure the effective running of your centre, making sure that all activities are in line with the Field Studies Council vision and strategy.
You will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations, management and performance of your busy residential learning location. This will involve budgeting and ensuring effective systems are in place to meet customers’ expectations. As well as working with our Sales and Business Development teams to actively retain and develop new business opportunities.
You will be able to successfully lead and manage your team, providing clear direction, motivation, support, and feedback. As well as play an active role in recruiting, inducting, and developing each team member ensuring that they are performing to their highest potential with a strong focus on delivering excellent customer service.
Please refer to the vacancy pack for further information on the full responsibilities of this position.
Where you’ll be based
Blencathra Field Centre is situated 300m up, on the south facing slopes of Blencathra in the Lake District National Park.
It sits just one mile from the village of Threlkeld, with panoramic views of the Lake District fells. This impressive setting has a true sense of space, which many visitors enjoy year after year.
Our award-winning eco-friendly accommodation uses electricity which is generated by the Centre’s own hydro scheme and its heating which is powered by Cumbrian-sourced biomass.
Who we’re looking for
You will have developed strong business management skills from your previous work experience and be confident to deliver the day-to-day operational functions of a busy learning environment.
Previous experience working in a similar centre environment within the leisure, hospitality or education sectors is advantageous. In addition, you will have:
- Ability to communicate effectively to a diverse range of audiences.
- A proactive approach to personal development. You will be motivated to learn new skills and seek new challenges, as well as be able to inspire others to do the same.
- Demonstrable time management and prioritisation skills.
- Commitment to learning in the outdoor environment.
Sound like the role for you? Come and be part of the team! We look forward to your application.
Your benefits whilst working with us will include:
- Financial - We offer competitive salaries, sick pay, pension schemes, life assurance, 28 days annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays and a further 2 extra loyalty days dependent on length of service.
- Health and Wellbeing - Eligible employees are automatically provided with a Health Cash Plan which you can use to help pay for routine health appointments as well as give you the ability to seek second opinions from top doctors! We also provide our team members with access to a 24hr Counselling Helpline Service
- Discounts – When you join the team you are also enrolled into our reward programme which gives you discounts on your favourite brands and opportunities to earn cash back on everyday purchases!
- Additional benefits - We endeavour to offer flexible working options where roles permit and are committed to providing our employees with appropriate quality learning and development opportunities.
The closing date for receipt of your completed application is 11 September 2024.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we’re in receipt of sufficient applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Interviews are scheduled to take place at Field Studies Council Blencathra in the week commencing 23 September 2024.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
**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!
Finance Manager | August 2024
Charity Registered in England and Wales 289600 and Scotland SC045010. Company Number 1815689.
Support children with complex medical needs and their families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a Service Manager to lead our dedicated supported housing team and help us with or mission to end homelessness by supporting people towards independence.
About the role
As Service Manager, you will continuously enhance the quality and best practices of our services, supporting individuals who have experienced homelessness and face a wide range of social and health challenges.
In this role, you will work closely with our new CEO and as a key part of the Senior Management Team (SMT) to develop and implement Threshold’s strategic and business plans. You will report directly to the CEO, providing insights and updates on our progress. This position has a particular focus on supported housing and community-based services. You will play a critical role in the development of service delivery, activities and ensuring good outcomes for residents.
More information on this exciting role including the key responsibilities and the skills, knowledge and experience required to be successful can be found on the job description.
About Threshold
We are a Swindon charity that has been providing accommodation, support and advocacy for individuals experiencing homelessness for more than 50 years.
As well as a competitive salary, Threshold offers employees a wide range of benefits including:
- 25 days Annual Leave, rising to 30 days with service
- Competitive Pension, Threshold will match up to 5%
- Life Assurance Cover, currently set at 5 x annual salary
- A Health Plan, that includes money towards medical, dental and optical costs and access to an employee assistance programme
- Cycle to work scheme, where you can save 25-39% on the cost of a bike and accessories
- Charity worker discounts, Threshold is a member of charity worker discounts and you will be eligible for discounts and deals
- Professional Development, Threshold invests in staff professional development
To apply
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 18 September 2024. We will screen and process applications before this deadline and may close the application process early.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Finance Business Partner – Finance
ODI
Senior Finance Business Partner – Finance
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £47,770 - £60,420 per annum
Location: London based hub – with hybrid working in the UK
Ref: FIN0224
About us
ODI is an independent, global think tank. We work to inspire people to act on injustice and inequality. Through research, convening and influencing, we generate ideas that matter for people and planet.
About the role
The Senior Finance Business Partner will play a critical role in supporting ODI's strategic decision-making and financial management processes. The post holder will lead on partnering with programme managers to provide insights, analysis, and advice on financial performance and strategic opportunities.
The Senior Finance Business Partner will work closely with a Finance Business Partner in supporting half of ODI’s programmes. The other half of programmes will be supported by another Senior Finance Business Partner and Finance Business Partner pairing.
The Senior Finance Business Partner will deputise for the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis when needed.
Other key responsibilities include:
- Produce, communicate and deliver robust financial plans for the programme; undertake regular forecasting and monitoring and reporting on performance against agreed budgets
- Communicate matters relating to financial planning and operations, exchange ideas and best practice, develop excellent relationships across areas and contribute positively in all aspects of the Department’s work.
- Scrutinise, and confirm funding of all hiring decisions in consultation with Human Resources and programmes
- Review and approve donor financial reports
- Lead on the production of the programme level management accounts
- Provide clear and visible leadership on financial management for programmes
- Mentor and develop the Finance Business Partner
About you
Knowlede and qualifications
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
- Current knowledge of relevant accounting standards and sector issues
- Ability to present financial data to a high level of accuracy, including to a non- finance audience
Experience
- A senior financial business partner role within a medium sized, non-profit organisation
- Extensive experience in a donor funded environment.
- Line management and staff development and motivation experience
- Experience in development of financial systems and processes
Skills/abilities
- Financial management and analysis skills
- Strategic thinking and collaborative strategy development
- Effective teamwork, inter-personal and collaboration skills
- Strong line management skills
- Values-driven and exceptional integrity, including ensuring a safe working environment and equal opportunities for all
- Exceptional written and oral communications skills
Closing date: 1st September 2024
Interview Date: w/c 9th September 2024
ODI is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applicants from a range of diverse backgrounds including those who experience intersectional marginalisation on the basis of their class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious identity or belief, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome applications from those living with disabilities.
We offer competitive salaries, a generous company pension scheme, hybrid working and a range of flexible, family-friendly and inclusive employment policies to support well-being.
ODI is an equal opportunities employer
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Working 2 days per week in our London office.
Purpose of job:
Comic Relief is looking for a Learning and Development Officer to join Comic Relief’s People Team(HR) to help shape our learning and development offerings. As a newly created role, you will be crucial in driving employee development and performance by providing opportunities for continuous skill enhancement and ensuring access to the most relevant upskilling at the right time.
You will manage the learning and development programs/initiatives to support the professional and personal growth of our People. You will also run learning and development programmes/initiatives to support the professional and personal growth of our People. As part of the People Team you will help us meet our objective of building capacity, by working closely with the Head of People and Managers to ensure that learning/initiatives align with our organisation’s objectives and strategy. Additionally, you will promote equitable development across the organisation.
Join us at the heart of Comic Relief's mission to create a just world, free from poverty. As a Learning and Development Officer, you'll play a vital role in making that vision a reality by helping us to equip and develop our People.
Key responsibilities:
Collaboration with Stakeholders
- Work alongside the Head of People, collaborating with key stakeholders to implement comprehensive learning programs and initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Head of People and HR Business Partner to create a learning needs analysis based on Performance Development Plans, job descriptions and directorate/team objectives.
- Ensure that diversity and inclusion principles are embedded in our organisational learning processes and practices
- Work closely with the Project Management Office to ensure all L&D initiatives are aligned with the business planning process.
- Develop cross-functional relationships and serve as a liaison between teams
Operational Support
- Provide support for cross-organisational learning and development to ensure all staff have equitable access to development opportunities.
- Empower staff and managers with the necessary information to create meaningful Performance Development Plans
- Coordinate and lead all learning and development matters, including supporting the design and delivery of training as needs and opportunities arise.
- Develop and manage the organisation’s skills and training matrix, making sure that all mandatory and service-level training needs are met and delivered on time.
- Act as a point of contact for L&D enquiries, including monitoring the Learning & Development Inbox and responding to emails in a timely manner
- Lead on L&D strategy development and implementation, from learning needs analysis, planning, supporting with managing budgets, risks, and resources, as well as stakeholder management.
- Seek new partnerships and manage external suppliers and consultants to facilitate training programmes.
- Utilise technology for training design and delivery, increasing the accessibility and cost-effectiveness of training programmes and individual ownership for learning.
- Research and deploy new learning and development practices, with a focus on e-learning and micro-learning.
- Research and administer potential apprenticeships/internships/work shadowing/ secondments opportunities etc.
Data Management and Reporting
- Review and ensure alignment of existing resources with organisational needs.
- Maintain accurate records of L&D activity and ensure compliance with General Data Protection Regulations.
- Implement assessment tools, surveys, and feedback mechanisms to gather participant input and measure training effectiveness.
- Analyse feedback to recommend improvements and develop new initiatives.
- Produce monthly and quarterly management information to measure progress and impacts of L&D activities.
Person specification
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable experience in delivering a variety of L&D tasks in a busy (ideally hybrid) environment, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining quality and care.
- Familiar with L&D frameworks and adult learning theories
- Proven experience in collaboratively working with various internal and external departments to run an efficient and effective training and development process.
- Good attention to detail in carrying out tasks thoroughly and with accuracy, working with consistent high-quality and minimising mistakes
- Curious, critical thinker and skilled in problem-solving with the ability to address issues/conflict with tact and diplomacy.
- Skilled and adaptable communicator, comfortable with face-to-face, telephone and video communication with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organised and methodical approach to work, able to manage competing priorities and a demanding and varied workload.
- Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision
- Skilled in conducting comprehensive organisational skills audits and adept at delivering effective solutions to drive improvements.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion, in line with GDPR.
Desirable criteria
- CIPD qualified or studying towards a CIPD qualification/relevant L&D Qualification
- Coaching qualification or training
- Administering Apprenticeships
- Solution-focused approach
- Ability to use HR Systems, Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
Perks and benefits:
- Flexible working hours
- Work from home option
- Life Insurance
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Paid emergency leave
- Sabbatical Opportunities
- Professional development
- Mentoring/coaching
- Paid volunteer days
- Payroll giving
- Salary sacrifice
- Team social events
- Extracurricular clubs
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free fruit
To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.
Closing: 11:59pm, 2nd Sep 2024 BST
Interviews will provisionally take place in our London Offices on the 13/9/2024
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Comic Relief we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Why work at Comic Relief
There are lots of good reasons to join us at Comic Relief. You can read more about our employee benefits, such as our commitment to flexible and hybrid working. We ask staff to come to the office twice a week, normally on agreed team days, so that we can do all those things that are difficult to do online. Our office is based in Whitechapel, London,
There are lots of opportunities to develop your skills and experience at Comic Relief, including opportunities to become a Mental Health First Aider or to participate in our Employee Network Groups that focus on making Comic Relief a more inclusive place to work.
Disability Confident Employer
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we take positive action by providing first-round interviews to candidates who have a registered disability, provided they meet the minimum criteria for the role, as demonstrated on their CV and application questions
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Job title: Head of Corporate Partnerships
Manager: Director of Income & Engagement
Direct reports: 4
Location: Hybrid work with 40% from Breaking Barriers’ office in London (71-91 Aldwych, WC2B 4HN)
Salary: £50,000 - £54,000
Hours: 5 days per week (37.5 hours) but open to part-time (26 hours minimum), and flexible working arrangements.
Contract: FTC for 1 year (maternity cover)
Overall purpose
The Head of Corporate Partnerships is a key leadership role within the Income and Engagement Directorate. Breaking Barriers’ relationship with corporate partners is the USP upon which our growth and success as an organisation has been built. The Head of Corporate Partnerships has accountability for generating income, impact and influence from the private sector, and for leading a high-performing team to achieve ambitious growth and scale for refugees around the UK.
As Breaking Barriers has grown from a start-up organisation to a now 60-strong team raising c. £4m and supporting more than 1,200 refugees annually, our corporate partnerships have expanded beyond our original London base to be nationwide partnerships with a wide range of businesses and employers. Our corporate partners have been crucial in enabling our growth and will be crucial to delivering upon the ambition of our 2030 goals. The Head of Corporate Partnerships is an essential role that will make this ambition a reality.
You will lead a team to deliver outstanding partnerships management of a range of strategic and multi-faceted relationships with a portfolio of c.50 businesses alongside leading strategy for business development. Leading by example you will own a number of our key relationships to drive growth, whilst bringing your experience to bear to coach your team and ensure structures and processes are in place to enable high performance.
You will be:
- a creative and strategic thinker who doesn’t feel bound by traditional approaches to charity / corporate relationships,
- a keen collaborator, working closely with colleagues in our Services directorate to deliver high impact employability programmes for our refugee clients, and with the Head of Philanthropy and Head of Public Engagement to identify and drive cross-fundraising opportunities,
- an outstanding communicator, comfortable and confident in your ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders across the worlds of CSR, DEI and employability, and across the private, public, and third sectors representing Breaking Barriers at a senior level.
The Head of Corporate Partnerships will be part of Breaking Barriers’ Joint Leadership Team and will have overall strategic and budget responsibility for Corporate Partnerships. They will be a visible leader within the Income and Engagement Directorate and across the organisation, and will contribute to a culture of creativity, growth, innovation and entrepreneurialism that will drive us to achieve our 2030 goals.
This is a hugely exciting opportunity to join an entrepreneurial organisation with an enviable track record of growth, and a leadership team and Board prepared to back investment in fundraising. The Head of Corporate Partnerships will be someone driven and excited by the opportunity to develop further a function operating to the highest standards and generating impactful and innovative partnerships with a diverse group of businesses. They will be motivated to ensure that all people of refugee background in the UK have a fair chance to gain meaningful employment and will be ambitious to play a central role in helping Breaking Barriers to achieve it's 2030 goals.
To view the full job description and person specification, as well as details on our accessible recruitment process, please view the attached recruitment pack.
Other considerations
- As part of our safeguarding commitment to our clients, we carry out preemployment checks to ensure that successful applicants are suitable to work with adults at risk. These include obtaining references and verifying a candidate’s identity and right to work in the UK.
- We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief.
How to apply
If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit a CV and statement (up to approximately 500 words/1 A4 page) outlining:
- Why you are interested in the role
- What skills you would bring to be successful in this role
- Any experience you would like to highlight
- Any reasonable adjustments you require for the interview process
- Disclosure of disabilities if you wish to do so (as a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role)
Please note that applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Closing date for applications is 11:30pm on Sunday 29th September. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We belong to the Experts by Experience Employment Initiative, which advocates and supports organisations to employ more people from a refugee background. With this in mind, we particularly welcome applicants with experience of seeking asylum and/or a refugee background.
If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for an independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please reach out to HR Manager Dani Meier for further details (we are unable to include email addresses in this advert, but you can find contact details on the final page of the attached recruitment pack).
Breaking Barriers exists so that every refugee can access meaningful employment and build a new life.
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.
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The National Institute of Economic and Social Research is Britain’s oldest, and one of its most prestigious independent research institutes. We specialise in applied social and economic research, combining high academic standards with relevance to policy making. Our reputation for quality and independence, outstanding networks and unrivalled location at the heart of Westminster makes us the ideal base to build a national profile for academic or policy research that makes real impact.
We are seeking a Finance Manager to join the Finance and Administration team. The purpose of the role is to formulate and implement NIESR’s financial and accounting practices, to support its business objectives and to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about improving organisational procedures, and able to work across the organisation to promote good financial practices. This role involves the line management of a Finance Officer, so a commitment to supporting and developing staff is vital.
To apply for this role, please send full CV and a covering letter of no more than 1500 words setting out your suitability for and interest in this post. Your covering letter should address the essential requirements outlined in the person specification: please number each point and address these one at a time to ensure that we are able to fully consider how your experience, skills and abilities meet the needs of the post
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As the Hub Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management, development, and delivery of services and activities at the centre. You will work closely with staff, Trustees and other volunteers, and community members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. Your role will involve managing day-to-day operations, developing new initiatives, and ensuring that our services meet the needs of the community.
Job Title: Bushmead Community Hub Manager
Location: Bushmead, Luton, LU2 7SF
Salary: From £26,000 - £29,000 per annum depending experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, 37 hours a week – will include some evenings and weekends
About Us:
Bushmead Community Hub is a charity run Community Centre in the heart of Bushmead, Luton in the Barnfield Ward. The charity was established in 2016 following the threat of closure under the local council.
We are a vibrant charity dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our local community. Our community centre serves as a hub for various health, social, educational, cultural, and recreational activities that cater to individuals of all ages. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Community Centre Manager to lead our team and ensure the smooth operation of our centre.
Job Purpose:
As the Hub Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management, development, and delivery of services and activities at the centre. You will work closely with staff, Trustees and other volunteers, and community members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. Your role will involve managing day-to-day operations, developing new initiatives, and ensuring that our services meet the needs of the community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of the Bushmead Community Hub, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all visitors.
- Manage and support a team of staff and volunteers, providing leadership, motivation, and development opportunities.
- Manage the Hub’s budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and identifying opportunities for fundraising and income generation in liaison with the Trustees.
- Develop and implement a diverse range of activities and services that meet the needs of the local community.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with community groups, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of services, making adjustments as necessary to meet community needs.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and safeguarding policies.
- Act as a key point of contact for the community, addressing any concerns or issues that arise.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Proven experience in a management role, preferably within the charity or community sector.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with a diverse range of people.
- Experience in budget management and resource allocation.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and health and safety regulations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for community work and a commitment to making a positive impact.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with pension.
- Opportunities for flexible working.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
- The chance to make a real difference in the community.
The closing date for applications is Monday 9th September 2024.
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 17th September 2024.
Join us and be a part of a team that is dedicated to creating a thriving community where everyone is welcome!
If you are interested in finding out more about the role we are offering the opportunity to meet a Trustee for an informal chat. We have bookable sessions on:
Thursday 29th August between 12pm and 4pm
Monday 2nd September between 9am and 12pm
Wednesday 4th September between 9am and 12pm
Please contact us to arrange a 40 minute informal meeting.
Bushmead Community Hub is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community.
How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement of no more than 2000 words, outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
The closing date for applications is Monday 9th September 2024.
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 17th September 2024.
Join us and be a part of a team that is dedicated to creating a thriving community where everyone is welcome!
If you are interested in finding out more about the role we are offering the opportunity to meet a Trustee for an informal chat. We have bookable sessions on:
Thursday 29th August between 12pm and 4pm
Monday 2nd September between 9am and 12pm
Wednesday 4th September between 9am and 12pm
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Elrha is a global organisation that finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation.
As our new CEO, you will join us at an exciting time in our strategic evolution, providing overall strategic direction and operational responsibility.
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for tackling complex humanitarian challenges? Can you inspire and lead our teams with empathy and integrity, drive transformative change, and make a significant global impact through the delivery of our long-term strategy? Do you have the expertise to encourage leaders, peers and funders to address critical humanitarian challenges with evidence-based research and innovative solutions?
Join us at Elrha, and be at the forefront of addressing some of the world’s most challenging humanitarian problems through evidence-based research and innovative solutions, working collectively with global partners and stakeholders to drive forward thinking and initiatives that aim to tackle the most pressing humanitarian problems. You’ll be the strategist, innovator and thought leader to propel our mission forward.
We’re looking for someone who is:
- An experienced leader – proven dynamic leadership in humanitarian or international development, adept at steering organisations through change and fostering inclusive cultures.
- Experienced in the humanitarian sector – deep understanding of the international humanitarian system, policy drivers, and mechanisms for driving change through research and innovation.
- Able to create impactful partnerships and coalitions, emphasising collaborative and equitable relationships.
- Experienced with a proven track record in business development with demonstrated success in diversifying funding sources and securing long-term partnerships.
- Experienced in shaping organisational culture and aligning structures and systems with strategic goals with clear and transparent decision making.
- A strategic thinker and problem-solver, with skills in advocacy and convening.
We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups and from low-and middle-income countries.
Note for applicants:
- We will be able to offer visa sponsorship if the preferred candidate does not already have the right to work in the UK. Relocation assistance may also be available, subject to conditions.
- Please read through the full candidate information pack, the job description for a detailed list of requirements, and ensure you complete the personal statement to explain how you feel you meet the requirements of the role and why you feel this is next career move for you.
- When applying you will be taken through the Save the Children UK recruitment system. Elrha is an independent subsidiary of SCUK and benefits from some SCUK systems and processes.
Closing date: Monday 23 September 17:00 BST. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and our HR team may get in touch for further information or clarification.
Interview dates: 1st interview stage – 14 & 15 October (online) | 2nd interview stage – 28 October (in person in London). Shortlisted candidates will receive additional information at the appropriate time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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MhIST is the leading Bolton based mental health charity. We have built on over 30 years of experience working with people experiencing mental health problems in the community, in hospital and in supported environments. We take a broad view of mental health, and we work with anybody who professes a mental health problem.
What we do
MhIST is an innovative user-led organisation that provides a responsive, safe and confidential service that supports people with mental health challenges and their carers’. Our services are inclusive, responsive and creative. We are committed to supporting people to drive their recovery, develop self-management strategies, and respond positively to future challenges.
Our uniqueness comes from the personalised care we provide, through one-to-one support, talking therapies, self-help groups, employment advice and information and advocacy Services. We equip each individual with the skills, attitude and self-belief they need to go on to live a successful independent life in their community.
We are committed to creating a safe and non-judgemental space where people can receive a warm welcome and help to access the right support at the right time. We believe everyone has the right to be listened to, to be heard and to have a voice, that every individual is at the centre of decision making.
Our core values are to support vulnerable people to have a voice in their care and to secure their rights, represent their interests in care planning and obtain services to meet their bespoke needs. Specifically, we:
- Promote social inclusion;
- Promote health equality;
- Promote social justice.
Our vision and values
Before, during and beyond the pandemic, our vision and values continue to drive everything we do - as an employer, support provider, and a trusted and respected community organisation.
Our vision
To deliver a friendly, safe and positive environment for people with mental health problems. Giving people the skills and tools to self-manage their emotional wellbeing.
The quality of our services means everything to us. The people we work with inspire us and in turn we look for new ways to inspire change. We owe it to the people we work with to grow and shape the future, because we believe in what we do.
Our values
Service user led. We are staunchly committed to reflecting the needs of users and involving members in decisions throughout the organisation. We encourage members to collaborate in service delivery and in the governance of the organisation.
Non-judgemental. We want to provide a friendly and safe environment so that everyone in our organisation feels accepted. We know that feeling judged makes our mental health worse.
Confidential. MhIST protects the confidentiality of everyone in the organisation. Poor mental health has made us and our members feel vulnerable and want to ensure that we do not contribute to those feelings.
Encouraging. MhIST provides an empowering environment that enables people to develop and grow as individuals. We make sure that everything we do is working with people towards their own goals.
Empathic. We champion the wellbeing of individuals and treat everyone with kindness. Respect and dignity are the cornerstones of our behaviour.
Key information
Location: 1st Floor, Moorland House, 116 Bark Street, Bolton. BL1 2AX.
Contract: Full-time (36.25hrs/week), permanent
Salary: £58-£60k per annum, depending on experience.
Annual leave: 22 days annual leave, rising with extended service to 27 days per year, plus statutory bank holidays.
Benefits: Pension scheme with 3% contribution from the organisation.
Opportunities for flexible working arrangements.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Role Responsibilities:
As our new CEO, you will manage MhIST efficiently, effectively, and safely, aligning with our strategic aims. You will shape plans, ensure governance, and advocate for mental health, maximizing service impact. This role requires an empathetic leader to inspire a culture of learning, inclusion, and support. Collaborating with our Senior Leadership team, you will manage resources, finances, and operations, maintaining high standards. Supported by a committed Board of Trustees, you will work on strategic direction and financial sustainability.
Requirements:
Experience of working as a CEO or senior leader for a purpose-driven organisation
Genuine passion for our mission with a proven track record of successful business development/fundraising
· Demonstrable experience in governance and compliance
· Experience of building a culture that promotes continuous learning, inclusion, collaboration, and accountability
· Demonstrable experience as a values-led, resilient and people-centred leader
· Strong financial acumen
· Excellent communication and influencing skills
· Understanding of challenges affecting the voluntary sector
All applications must be received by 09:00 on Monday 9th September 2024.
All applications must quote the reference ‘CEO’ and include:
• A full curriculum vitae
• Please respond to the following areas in your covering letter:
Your experience as a senior leader in a voluntary, community and social enterprise sector, user-led, purpose-driven or service delivery organisation.
Your familiarity with mental health challenges and how this resonates with you.
Your experience/knowledge in relation to the Person Specification
• Contact details for two referees (who will not be contacted without your permission).
• A contact email address and telephone number.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Director of Housing and Communities
Bristol Based Charity Group
Salary c£70,000 per annum plus benefits
Our client is a Bristol based UK charity group, with the mission of improving lives through grants, housing, community projects and partnerships with other local charities and social enterprises. It has transformed and enhanced the lives of those in need in the Bristol area for over six hundred years. They currently manage three sheltered housing schemes and one extra care housing (ECH) scheme for older people and a range of semi-detached properties and they are looking to increase their housing units either through development or through partnership working with other local housing providers.
Following an extensive review of operations, they are about to embark on an exciting and ambitious 5-year strategy that will focus their work on place-based community transformation. The Director of Housing and Communities is a new position in their structure and will be pivotal in the drive to put housing front and centre of their operations and the development and implementation of their ambitious plans. This will be a unique career opportunity to oversee a unified directorate of Housing and Communities, providing a strategic lead on all Housing matters as well as providing leadership to the combined operations.
Reporting into The Chief Executive, the Director of Housing and Communities will:-
· develop and deliver the Charities’ 5-year Housing strategy, including identifying and building new housing schemes as part of a hub strategy.
· lead and develop the Charities’ integrated approach to community development, establishing and embedding community hubs across the existing asset base, including housing schemes.
· lead robust, high-quality, person-centred housing management and support for all residents in line with regulations.
The new Director of Housing and Communities will be an experienced housing professional with extensive knowledge of housing legislation, regulation, and housing finance delivered in a customer focused environment. Residents will always be their ‘community of first priority’ and the new Director will also promote exciting and innovative community building and resident wellbeing activities within our schemes.
You will ideally have experience of working with older people and will have been involved in the development of supported housing.
Our client has a vision to see communities that have struggled most with the injustice of deprivation thrive. If you are passionate about seeing lives and local communities transformed they would love to hear from you.
For full details of the role and how to apply, please click on the link to the recruitment pack or contact Julie Kellaway at The Housing Executive (THE).
Application is by CV, supporting statement and completion of the monitoring form - by 9am on Monday 2nd September 2024. Please sent all documents to Julie Kellaway at THE.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Deputy Head of Scout Adventures (Business Operations) to join our Adventurous Scout Adventures team.
Location: Hybrid: With the requirement of working a minimum of 2-days per week at Gilwell Park offices (NB free accommodation is available at Gilwell Park to assist)
Salary:54,103 per annum, Band H, Level
Term: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week - worked flexibly
We’re Scouts and everyone’s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. We help them speak up, play their part and shine bright.
About the Deputy Head of Scout Adventures Role:
This role is essential to ensuring Scout Adventures is positively impactful in the delivery of our charitable objectives. You will be expected to implement strategy, manage resource, and lead teams to achieve operational excellence. It is an advanced leadership role, required to provide professional development opportunities, mentorship, and clear direction to emerging leaders. You will be expected to refine operational functions to drive customer care standards, input into business plans and growth strategies, and seek financial efficiencies to move the business forward.
What we are looking for in our Deputy Head of Scout Adventures:
- You will have strong leadership experience in a relevant working environment
- You will showcase extensive time spent in a customer focused industry
- Knowledge of financial management and CRM systems
- Ability to cocreate and implement effective plans to achieve agreed organisational objectives and to make clear, informed and timely decisions.
- An effective leader who is assertive, energetic, determined, robust and sufficiently resilient to cope with the demands of the role
Key responsibilities as our Deputy Head of Scout Adventures:
- Manage centre teams to ensure that adventure is delivered effectively and safely across our network. This is currently spread across 5 locations with a forecast throughput of 100,000 young people in 2025. Team size (excluding circa 120 volunteers) is forecast to be 35 FTE in 2025, continuing to grow with the business.
- Provide strong leadership to Centre Managers and operational teams by motivating, inspiring and challenging them to develop both themselves and their business
- Design, implement and manage income and expenditure budgets across each centre, ensuring that forecasts are kept up to date throughout the year.
- In partnership with the Facilities Manager, ensure that centres always remain safe and compliant, ensuring that timely action is taken to address faults or hazards as required.
Other essential criteria
- Regular travel across the UK is a key part of this role. A full UK driving licence is therefore essential as lots of our centres are not easily accessible by public transport.
As our Deputy Head of Scout Adventures in return, we offer you:
- Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department
- Be proud to say you’re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold)
- Plenty of opportunity for learning and development
- 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years
- Four extra days to look after your family when they need you
- Three extra days over Christmas (that’s our gift to you)
We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer…
- Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Flexible working hours
- Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits
- Study and volunteer leave
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join our fantastic team! Click ‘Apply’ now!
The closing date for applications is 09:00am on Monday 9th September 2024
Interview are expected to be held in person at Gilwell Park on Wednesday 18 September 2024.
The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.
Strictly no agencies.