Programme Systems Manager Jobs

• Job Title: University Access Officer
• Salary: £27,570
• Closing Date: Friday 28th February
• Reporting to: Programme Manager
• Contract: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week, Permanent
• Job Location: London
• Interviews: Tuesday 4th March
• Start date: Monday 17th March
• School Location: Chelsea

About the organisation

The Access Project is an education charity; we believe that every young person can make the most of education, unlocking their potential and creating a fairer society.

Our mission is to support students from under-resourced backgrounds to access top universities, through a unique combination of tuition and in-school mentoring. We work with them to make good applications, get the grades and transition to university.

The programme combats educational inequality and improves social mobility by raising students’ grades and supporting them to understand the pathway to a top university. Students who receive support from our programme are almost twice as likely to attend top universities as statistically similar students, according to UCAS.

Safeguarding Statement

The Access Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the organisation.

Why work at The Access Project

People who work at The Access Project are motivated by the desire to create a fairer society. We all play an active part in achieving the mission to help students from disadvantaged backgrounds access top universities. At The Access Project, we’re a friendly, collaborative, supportive and inclusive team, with passionate people working together in Delivery, Sales and Partnerships, Strategy, Finance and Operations to achieve to achieve our mission.

The vision of our people strategy is to enable and inspire all employees to achieve, grow, succeed and thrive. We regularly have opportunities for people to share their ideas in various working groups, generating strong teamwork across the organisation. 

We value every individual who works at The Access Project and we have a wide range of benefits that make this a rewarding place to work. In our last staff engagement survey, 90% said they’re proud to tell people they work at The Access Project.

About our values

1. Empowerment - We support students and our people to develop the skills and knowledge to accomplish their goals.
2. Courage - We encourage our students and our people to be authentic, innovative and ambitious in order to reach their full potential and deliver our mission
3. Impact - We evolve our programmes through an evidence-led approach, supporting our students to achieve their best outcomes
4. Inclusion - We respect and value individuality and engage diverse voices to achieve our mission.
5. Ownership - We hold ourselves accountable in all our actions and efforts. We ask “What can I do to improve my results?”

About the role

This vacancy is for a University Access Officer to work in Chelsea Academy. Our schools are shown on a map on our website.

The University Access Officer works with school staff at all levels, volunteer tutors, and with the rest of The Access Project’s team to ensure that the delivery of the programme is optimised.

Role responsibilities

· Work directly with students in a professional and safe manner

· Engage with students in school and enrol them onto the programme

· Assess student progress towards being able to make successful university applications

· Upload information onto the Salesforce database (training is provided)

· Work with school staff to ensure their cooperation and timely completion of activities contributing to the smooth running of the programme

· Chair and present at termly school meetings with Senior Management to report on programme progress.

· University Access Officers support the volunteering team by helping to deliver tutor training sessions, and attending university site visits, which take place on occasional Saturdays and weekday evenings (paid time off is provided).

· Any other responsibilities reasonably deemed necessary by The Access Project’s Programme Managers or Director

Schools with tuition and coaching in their model:

All the above responsibilities, with the addition of:

· Match students with volunteer tutors.

· Monitor student attendance to tutorials and coaching sessions and devise innovative solutions to encourage attendance.

· Manage volunteer tutor attendance to tutorials through weekly monitoring systems.

· Monitor the impact of tutorials and intervene as appropriate.

· Build and manage relationships with volunteer tutors to ensure they have a positive experience of the programme.

· Manage students’ relationships with volunteer tutors through monitoring of systems, emailing and making phone calls.

· Work with the volunteering team to co-ordinate the effective delivery of our coaching programme.

Person specification

• Able to communicate and influence with impact at all levels
• Able to deliver projects and manage administration accurately
• Able to effectively time manage
• Able to lead and manage change to embed the programme in school
• Resilient and adaptable
• Skilled in building and maintaining excellent relationships
• Can demonstrate a commitment to upholding the values and behaviours of good conduct
• Can demonstrate an ability to take action to keep young people safe and raise concerns

Training and Development

You will be provided with regular monthly training so that you can develop your skills and succeed in the role. There is support and supervision from your line manager (Programme Manager), as well as guidance from a Senior University Access Officer and the wider University Access Officer team across The Access Project. There are opportunities for progression, including several additional responsibility roles which are available for UAOs to apply for once they have completed their probationary period successfully. 

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave p.a. (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure.
• PerkBox – offering nationwide shopping discounts, gym memberships, holidays, learning and much more.
• Employee Assistance Programme, a 24-hour helpline for staff
• Online Medical assistance – access 24/7 to a qualified GP within minutes, with referrals and prescriptions available same-day.
• Interest-free travelcard loans
• Travel-allowance for expenses over £10 per day, where applicable
• Cyclescheme loans
• 3 paid Volunteering Days
• Employer’s pensions contributions (3%)
• CPD options
• TAP welcomes requests for flexible working arrangements

Equal Opportunities Statement

The Access Project aspires to represent the diversity of communities across the UK at all levels of the organisation and proactively takes steps to support this. We are committed to creating a culture where the experiences and voices of people from marginalised backgrounds are listened to and valued; where their skills are appreciated; and where their talents are nurtured and encouraged. 

The Access Project is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you believe you have most of the skills to fulfil the role we encourage you to apply. Amongst staff at our organization, there is under-representation of people who are Black, Asian or people from ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled, care-experienced, from low socio-economic backgrounds, and who are LGBTQIA+ . We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience in reference to our mission. 

We are proud to be a Level 1 Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments please contact us.

Disclosure of a Criminal Record

The Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986 applies to posts where there is access to children. This means that applicants for employment that involves working with children and young people must disclose anything listed in their criminal record, with the exception of protected cautions and convictions. All Disclosures are carried out in the strictest confidence and are made only in connection with your application for employment and for no other purpose. The application for a DBS check at a level appropriate to the job role will be activated before your first day of work. Members of staff who are not eligible for a standard or enhanced DBS check are required to undertake a basic DBS check only in line with legal requirements. If you are selected for appointment to the role, you will be subject to this procedure.

Present or most recent employment

It is important to give full information, including the organisation you work in, or most recent employment if not currently working, full dates, address and explanation of any gaps in employment.

References

All appointments are subject to verification of employment and suitability of the candidate for the post applied for. We reserve the right to approach any previous employer for a reference and to verify their identity but will request your permission before doing so. If you have experience of working with children, please include this as one of your references.

Education, Qualifications and Training:

Ensure you give all the information requested, including dates, establishment where you studied and make clear the level of any examinations e.g., GCSE, GCE 'O' Level or 'A' Level or equivalents etc. and the grades you obtained. Also include any skills training you have had. You will be required to produce original documentary evidence of any qualifications relevant to the job, and these will be detailed on the person specification.

Proof of qualification is required before the appointment is confirmed.

About the Role

We are seeking an Educational Events Administrator to lead the Core Topics programme, a series of educational events across the UK. You will manage event logistics, liaise with speakers and sponsors, oversee delegate communications, and ensure smooth event delivery. The role involves travel and overnight stays for approximately, but not limited to, 12 events per year. Reasonable time-off-in-lieu (TOIL) is available.

About You

We’re looking for an organised and proactive events professional with 1-2 years' experience in event planning, strong communication skills, able to juggle multiple priorities to tight deadlines and IT proficient. Experience in the membership or not-for-profit sector, CRM systems (Microsoft Dynamics), and marketing platforms (Dotdigital) is desirable.

Why Join Us?

Enjoy hybrid working, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to education in healthcare. 

Why the Association?

The Association of Anaesthetists is a membership organisation for Anaesthetists with almost 10,000 members.  Our main aims are to advance and improve patient care and safety and to promote and support education and research in the field of anaesthesia.  We represent, protect, support and advance the interests of our members.

Key responsibilities:

General

1. To contribute to the educational objectives set out in the department and the 5 year strategy.

2. To lead on, with guidance from the Educational Events Manager, all Core Topics programme activities to ensure KPIs are met. To also work on ad-hoc meetings and courses of similar size and complexity as and when needed.

3. To work with the board lead for Core Topics and the education committee to continually keep the Core Topics programme innovative and fresh, in terms of topics and format.

4. To be a proficient user of the CRM (Microsoft Dynamics) and be part of future proofing the CRM through testing further updates and engaging with the CRM department on further upgrades.

5. To be fully responsible for the end-to-end management and running of Core Topics and to help the Educational Event Administrator (Seminars) with seminar meetings.

6. To provide support in the running of the Association’s webinar programme using Zoom Webinar.

7. To undertake all delegate correspondence, sharing responsibility to monitor and take ownership of the general events inbox. To deal with initial enquiries, to confirm bookings and to process cancellations and ensure queries are resolved prior to the meetings. 

8. To be a point of contact for telephone and email enquiries pertaining to the Association meetings, courses, Core Topics and seminars. To proactively respond to all enquiries and ensure that they are dealt with in an efficient and timely manner. 

9. To assist the Educational Events Co-ordinators with allocated components of the Conference project plan where assigned which may include but are not limited to: badging, accommodation, workshops, photography.

Core Topics Logistics

1. To lead on the Core Topics programme proactively ensuring set KPIs are achieved. This will be done by forward planning to ensure the Core Topics are booked in the calendar of events in a timely manner to ensure maximum lead times for marketing of the Core Topics programme. Avoiding where possible conflicts in the Core Topics programme with other Association events and other society/organisations events that may be in direct competition.

2. To be responsible for all organiser, speaker, and delegate management for Core Topics making sure all requirements are accurately recorded and that their needs are met before, during and after the event.

3. Communicate sponsorship and exhibition opportunities to the Partnerships and Sponsorships Manager. Act as the primary contact for exhibitors and sponsors post-onboarding, providing administrative support and ensuring clear communication, timely deliverables, and positive relationships throughout all event stages.

4. Work with our e-education Manager in setting up and running webinars using Zoom. 

5. To be responsible for on the day running of the Core Topics. This will include travelling to Core Topics across the UK and will require overnight stays.

6. Contract with venues for Core Topic events, ensuring they are within budget and have favourable terms. Work with the venues to coordinate requirements such as room setup, catering, and audiovisual needs.

7. To prepare delegate, speaker and exhibitor materials for meetings and Core Topics.

8. To ensure that all bookings are correctly processed via the Association CRM. To keep accurate records of booking numbers and patterns and to report progress to the team on a weekly basis. 

Finance

1. To produce and maintain accurate financial records of bookings taken for meetings and Core Topics and to issue invoices and receipts where necessary.

2. To liaise with the finance department regarding registrations and to ensure resolution of financial queries.

Continual Improvement

1. To be responsible for post evaluation information for events detailing delegate statistics and feedback, making recommendations for improvement and to attend and give feedback on all aspects of event activities during weekly meetings.

2. To work with the events team to ensure the continual development and improvement of the educational programme, both through content and format of meetings, be it online, hybrid or in-person.

3. To ensure the smooth running of administrative systems throughout the team, maintaining an effective filing and archiving system and to develop procedures to accurately record information.

4. To be responsible for implementing quality assurance within the Association QA policy and procedures

5. To develop and maintain effective relationships with members, staff and external contacts.

6. To attend educational committee meetings as and when required, to produce reports relating to Core Topics/meetings to be submitted to the education committee.

Marketing

1. To proactively review and update the content of the events and Core Topics pages of the Association website on a daily basis (where necessary).

2. Work closely with the Digital Communications team and Educational Events Manager to plan, develop, and execute promotional activities that enhance event visibility and boost registrations.

3. To assist with data collection for events and further analysis if required.

This job description is intended to reflect the main duties and responsibilities of the post and is not an exhaustive list of duties. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties which are commensurate with the role.

Person specification

Skills, knowledge and experience 

Essential

Educated to degree standard or equivalent.

1-2 years’ experience of organising the logistics of events, delivering results on time and to budget. 

Sound administrative skills and proven administration experience in a busy, customer-focused environment.

Experience of flexible working with ability to vary work patterns and prioritise tasks to meet the changing needs of the business as and when required. 

A very strong organiser, able to juggle multiple priorities, achieve tight deadlines and delegate clearly. 

Excellent oral and written communications skills with confidence to communicate clearly, concisely, effectively, with an excellent telephone manner. 

Excellent interpersonal skills and able to develop good relationships with colleagues at all levels.

Demonstrates a positive ‘can do’ attitude.

Resourceful, flexible, and creative, proven ability to solve problems and work well under pressure. 

A conscientious worker who applies attention to detail.

Strong Computer and IT literacy skills in a Windows environment.

Desirable 

Experience of working within the membership or not-for-profit sectors. 

Experience of using Microsoft Dynamics

Experience of using marketing software platforms such as dotdigital

Experience in running online events, using Zoom.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Fundraising Manager who would like to be part of a dynamic team where they can really make a difference. If you are looking for an inspirational challenge why not join one of the UK’s most recognisable charities and contribute to the work we do across Sue Ryder.

About the role
The East fundraising team are excited to offer out an excellent opportunity to manage the fundraising team at Thorpe Hall Hospice. You will have a proven track record of achieving fundraising growth and delivering income to target with a focus on community income streams and a robust understanding of budget setting and management.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-respected charity and make connections within the Peterborough community.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead on the delivery of income to target through our key income streams, with a focus on driving community and event relationships, including corporate and major donors.
• Manage direct line reports to deliver income and achieve KPIs.
• Champion and facilitate consistent and exceptional supporter care experience.
• Maintain high quality data on the Charity’s database.
• Effectively manage, acquire and develop supporter relationships across the community to meet objectives.
• Work with Head of Fundraising to build and manage a detailed fundraising budget, including income and expenditure.

Competitive Benefits Package
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time)
- Company pension scheme
- Staff discount with thousands of retailers
- Refer a Friend scheme - £250 payment
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Access to Employee support programme
- Employee Networks - LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, Women and Non-Binary Individuals
- and lots more. 

Closing date:6th March
Interview date: w/c 17th March

We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible. We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGTBQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation.

Please let us know if you have any feedback to make our recruitment processes more accessible and inclusive or if you require any adjustments made to your application or interview process 

If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.

Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.

 

Global Canopy is a data-driven not for profit that targets the market forces destroying nature. We do this by improving transparency and accountability. We provide innovative open-access data, clear metrics, and actionable insights to leading companies, financial institutions, governments and campaigning organisations worldwide. 

Nature-related Finance: Nature loss poses material risks to financial institutions, as studies show more than half of global GDP is moderately or highly dependent on nature. Lack of high-quality nature-related data is one of the biggest obstacles holding financial institutions back from addressing nature-related risks. Global Canopy innovates to increase the scope, quality and accessibility of freely available data. We work to enable investors, lenders, insurers, financial regulators and others in the sector to identify and mitigate their impacts and dependencies on nature – and to seize the opportunity of investing in nature-positive solutions. Our work on nature-related finance centres on three collaborative flagship projects, the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), ENCORE and The Little Book of Investing in Nature.

Role overview

You will lead the effective implementation and ongoing development of our Nature-related Finance programme’s strategy and workplan through effective oversight, management and mentoring across our portfolio of projects.

You will be a strong technical leader in the nature space who excels at programmatic management and delivery.  With a drive and passion for effective delivery, technical quality and rigour, and ensuring teams are well organised and properly resourced to meet their individual and collective objectives on time and on budget. You will lead the management and mentoring of the team and its development to ensure it is equipped and motivated to deliver on and scale-up its day to day work, while also continuing to innovate. 

Programmatically, you will play a leading role in overseeing our work on the ENCORE data partnership, which sits at the strategic heart of the Nature-related Finance Programme as an entrypoint on nature for so many key market players. 

We welcome candidates based within reach of our main office in Oxford, as well as those who would work remotely (particularly in our focal countries such as Brazil or Colombia) with period travel to the UK.

To be successful in this role,  these are the things that will matter the most: 

• Strong technical and engagement experience in the nature-related finance space.
• Proven track-record managing and delivering programmes at a senior level, including overseeing and developing a complex portfolio of partnership programmes in an international setting.
• Strong experience of leading cross-functional and distributed teams and ability to coach and manage staff and support work planning in this dynamic context.

Skills and experience:

• Experience of working in complex multi-stakeholder partnerships and consortium arrangements.
• Experience of all stages of project development and delivery e.g. project design, fundraising, as well as project implementation and delivering results.
• Experience in a comparable sustainability-related role in a consultancy, industry association, Government or a not-for-profit organisation. 
• Emotional intelligence, internal and external communications skills, and the ability to ‘lead with warmth’.
• Ability to identify potential fundraising opportunities and design concepts in collaboration with Global Canopy’s Development team. 
• A demonstrable commitment to our mission and values.

At Global Canopy, we value diversity and inclusion. You can read our diversity statement on our website. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to having a team with a diverse set of skills, experiences and abilities. We are committed to reducing systemic barriers in our recruitment processes. 

Global Canopy works on issues of tropical deforestation. We are particularly interested in strengthening our team to include those with a background from forest regions such as Latin America and South East Asia. We welcome applications from people from these regions.

Global Canopy is an inclusive employer and accommodations will be made to allow anyone who requires additional support to apply for this role. Please get in touch with us if you require any additional support.

About us

PBE uses economics to improve lives. Through analytical expertise and a close connection with the social sector, we help charities, funders, firms and policymakers tackle the causes and consequences of low wellbeing. Economists, researchers and policy analysts work on a wide range of issues related to low wellbeing, including children and young people’s mental health, loneliness, private rental housing, education, employment, financial security, poverty, disability, inequality, philanthropy and civil society. 

We pride ourselves on our flexible work environment, culture of learning, development opportunities, a focus on employee wellbeing, an attractive benefits package and the strength of our employee relationships.

To find out more visit our website

About the role

The Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations) will focus on developing and delivering strategies to secure funding from charitable trusts, foundations, and research institutions to support Pro Bono Economics’ (PBE’s) work.

The role involves crafting compelling grant proposals, managing funder relationships, and ensuring timely reporting and compliance. Working closely with the Development Director, this position will play a critical role in achieving PBE’s income targets and supporting its research and programmatic activities

Post type: Full-time, Permanent, flexible working

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Grant applications:

• Research and identify funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and research institutions.
• Develop high-quality, persuasive grant applications tailored to funders' priorities and interests to generate unrestricted funding, programmatic funding and research funding.
• Coordinate multilateral funding applications, securing the engagement of external partners and leading internal engagement across the staff team.

 Funder stewardship:

• Manage a portfolio of existing funders, including taking responsibility for excellent communication and timely reporting.
• Cultivate relationships with new funders to secure additional support and renewals.

Collaboration with research team:

• Work closely with the research team to understand funding needs and align proposals with PBE’s programs.
• Provide input on funding requirements for specific research projects.

 Monitoring and reporting:

• Prepare detailed funding reports and ensure compliance with grant terms.
• Track progress against income targets and maintain accurate records in our CRM system.

 Collaboration and strategy:

• Work closely with the research team to align funding opportunities with PBE’s programs.
• Support the Development Director in achieving departmental goals and maintaining donor engagement processes.

Compliance and reporting:

• Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and PBE policies, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Fundraising Practice and GDPR.
• Monitor and report on progress against fundraising targets and budgets.

About you

Reporting directly to the Director of Development, the Development Manager (Trusts & Foundations) will have the following experience and skills.

Experience

• Proven experience in securing funding from trusts, foundations and institutions.
• Strong track record in bid writing, with successful multi-year funding applications.
• Familiarity with donor relationship management in a grant-making context.
• Experience in research-driven or nonprofit organisations is highly desirable.

Skills/Competencies

Ideal characteristics include:

• Grant writing: Exceptional writing skills with the ability to craft persuasive and tailored applications.
• Relationship management: Ability to engage effectively with trust, foundation and institutional funder stakeholders.
• Analytical skills: Capacity to understand and align donor priorities with organisational objectives.
• Organisational skills: Efficient in managing multiple applications, deadlines, reporting requirements, and partner/staff engagement.

Core competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outputs.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently, managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic awareness to contribute to long-term fundraising goals.

 Desirable characteristics include:

• Experience working within research-driven organisations.
• Experience working in small non-profit organisations, including ability to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines, alongside an ability to work collaboratively in a small team.
• Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce preferred).
• An eye for detail and a strong dedication to quality.
• A strong commitment to PBE’s internal culture of inquisitiveness, generosity, honesty and respect.

Please note that PBE does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to provide work sponsorship visas for this role.

PBE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all parts of the community, and we give all applicants and employees fair and equal treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We also guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who show evidence that they can meet the role’s ideal criteria.

For details of our applicant’s privacy policy, please visit our website

‍About Betknowmore UK

Our Vision

At Betknowmore UK, we work tirelessly to raise awareness, deliver support services and, through education, create more understanding about gambling related harm. ‘We want people to be empowered, to live the life they want to lead.’ Read more about our values, strategy and impact.

We exist to provide support and training services that prevent and address personal and societal harms caused by gambling. Together we aim to raise awareness, deliver support services and, through education, create more understanding about gambling harm.

How we started

Betknowmore UK was established in 2013 by Frankie Graham, who lived with a gambling addiction for nearly 20 years, prior to successful recovery in 2006. Find out more about our organisation and history via our website. 

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic GOALS Service Manager to manage and expand our outreach efforts. The Service Manager will be responsible for leading a team to deliver Betknowmore UK's Community Outreach services, engaging with local communities, and supporting individuals impacted by gambling harms. 

This is a key leadership role that involves overseeing the service’s strategy, operations, and delivery, ensuring that services are accessible, effective, and meet the needs of diverse communities. 

The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) -Disclosure

Betknowmore UK aims to promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. Betknowmore UK welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Criminal records will be taken into account for requirement purposes only when the conviction is relevant. As Betknowmore UK meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013) by SI 20131198. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure & Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions.

‍Key responsibilities and accountabilities

1. Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead and manage the GOALS team, ensuring they have the resources, support, and training to effectively deliver services.
• Provide regular supervision, mentoring, and performance feedback to outreach staff.
• Design and implement training plans to enhance team capabilities and leadership potential. 
• Set individual and team performance goals, conduct regular performance reviews, and offer constructive feedback. 
• Identify opportunities for improvement and support team members in their growth and development.
• Develop and maintain a high-performing team culture that reflects Betknowmore UK's values and commitment to compassionate, non-judgmental support.

2. Service Delivery and Development:

• Oversee the delivery of community outreach initiatives aimed at raising awareness of gambling harm and providing support to individuals and communities.
• Ensure the team is effectively engaging with local organizations, community groups, and other stakeholders to increase the visibility of our services.
• Monitor the quality of service delivery and make improvements where necessary to meet the needs of service users.
• 3. Strategic Planning and Service Improvement:
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement the strategic direction for community outreach services, ensuring alignment with Betknowmore UK's wider objectives.
• Continuously evaluate service effectiveness, gathering feedback from stakeholders, service users, and team members to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead the development and implementation of outreach campaigns and partnerships to engage at-risk communities.

4. Reporting and Compliance:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of outreach activities and case management, ensuring compliance with confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.
• Prepare and present regular reports on service performance, including outcomes, challenges, and achievements.
• Ensure that all outreach services meet organizational standards, as well as external regulatory requirements

5. Stakeholder Engagement and Networking:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, including community organizations, local authorities, and support services.
• Represent Betknowmore UK at community events, conferences, and other networking opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with other service lines within the organization to ensure a holistic approach to supporting individuals with gambling-related harm.

Key Requirements

Essential:

• Significant experience in a leadership or managerial role within a social services, community outreach, or public health setting.
• Demonstrable experience in managing outreach or support services, with a focus on community engagement and impact.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage a team, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to analyse data and use insights to improve service delivery and outcomes.
• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.

Desirable:

• Knowledge and understanding of gambling harm, its impact on individuals and communities, and the available support systems.
• Experience of working in or with the gambling sector, or experience of working with vulnerable or at-risk populations.
• A relevant qualification in social care, public health, or community outreach.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.
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Application Instructions

Please read the Job Pack for full details of the role. Applications must contain a cover letter and a CV to be considered for the role. Your cover letter (no more than 2 pages) and should outline how you meet the role specification and demonstrate an interest in the role. The closing date of Sunday March 2nd 2025 however interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

Title: Operations Officer

Location: Coram’s Fields, 93 Guilford Street, London, WC1N 1DN

Responsible to: Chief Operating Officer Salary: Up to £34,000 per annum (subject to experience)

Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week (includes some evening and weekend work)

Benefits: 26 days annual leave, defined contribution pension scheme, tax-free childcare scheme, café discount, employee assistance programme, cycle-to work scheme

Role Summary

Coram’s Fields is a unique charity in the heart of Bloomsbury, London. In addition to our iconic 7-acre child-friendly park, we run a variety of services and enrichment programmes to support local young people and their families, including a nursery, an after-school and holiday club, a drop-in centre for parents of under-5s, a vibrant youth centre and a sports programme. We proactively host a wide variety of community events and celebrations, and our facilities are available for private hire to generate income for the charity.

The Operations Officer role is an integral part of the central team with responsibility for procedures, systems that support the effective, efficient, and compliant running of our seven-acre site, services, park events and oversight of income streams. It is an exciting and highly collaborative role offering a fantastic opportunity to combine effective communication and organisational skills with a passion for helping young people and a desire to develop commercial and business development experience.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

General operations, processes and systems 

• You will be responsible for the oversight and continuous improvement of organisational procedures including IT, GDPR, Health and Safety, Fire Evacuation, incident management.
• You will be responsible for briefing staff across the charity in the use of these procedures and working with the Office and HR Manager to arrange training for staff where necessary. 
• You will be responsible for improving existing office systems and identifying opportunities to develop new systems and processes to enable people to work more collaboratively, efficiently, and effectively. 
• You will be responsible for ensuring that organisational procedures are documented and accessible on the internal SharePoint.
• You will be responsible for developing and overseeing a new volunteer infrastructure for the charity, working with teams across the organisation to deliver a consistently high-quality volunteer experience for all with standard recruitment, induction, and on-going oversight procedures.

Events and project management 

• You will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing a diverse and inclusive programme of park events, making the park an interesting and vibrant place to visit, encouraging the community to gather and socialise, and generating income to support the work of the charity.
• You will have responsibility for working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure each event is well-planned, managed safely and compliantly with all regulations and laws, and executed successfully within budget. 
• You will work with the CEO, COO and Buildings and Facilities Manager to support capital projects, liaising with external stakeholders, contractors and the Local Authority to ensure the effective operation of the site. Commercial Operations
•  You will operationally oversee our facility-hire income (halls, sports facilities, and grounds) and be responsible for: – ensuring necessary contracts, waivers, and legal/statutory documents are completed – executing effective marketing and promotions, and creating high quality promotional content for our website and social media – regularly reviewing fees in relation to the hire of our facilities and making recommendations for changes to these – understanding and improving the utilisation of facilities – supporting the COO to develop and grow partnerships with local organisations and schools – improving the efficiency of our booking systems/processes and overall user experience 
• You will be responsible for identifying new (temporary and permanent) opportunities and third party partnerships to bring new experiences, enjoyment and enrichment to local young people while also generating income for the charity. 
• You will work closely with our Café Manager to grow the profile and income generated by our cafe through improved park signage and park visitor experience initiatives, and integration of the café into the hall and sports hire customer journeys.

Other 

• You will be expected to undertake personal development and training where required or beneficial for the role, and to attend regular supervision and appraisal sessions.
• To undertake any task that may be request from time to time by the CEO or Board of Trustees, as may be consistent with the nature and scope of this post.

How to apply: Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter outlining how you are good fit for the role!

* We can only consider applications from candidates who submit a cover letter detailing how their experience aligns with the job criteria and how the role fits with their career goals.

Diversity and inclusion matter to us. Coram’s Fields is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, from a diverse range of backgrounds. We strive for our workforce to be representative of the communities that we serve, and we know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the families and children we work with.

Coram’s Fields is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of all children and young people. All those applying for a role with the charity are subject to robust safeguarding checks and will need to demonstrate clearly their commitment to safeguarding. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and all post holders are required to register with the DBS update service.

Individual Giving Manager

Location: Oxford
Department: Fundraising
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent

RABI is the farmers charity. At the core of RABI’s mission is the commitment to address the individual needs of farming people across England, Wales and Northern Ireland through practical, financial and emotional support.

The charity’s expert mental health support builds emotional resilience to help farming people feel better equipped to tackle the many uncertainties and challenges they face today, whilst its grants empower farming people to become financially resilient.

RABI’s financial support includes targeted, emergency cost-of-living grant campaigns including its Return to School and Winter Fuel campaigns. The charity has provided around £1/4 billion of direct financial support to the farming community over the past 25 years.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

This new role will be responsible for developing and managing RABI’s Individual Giving (IG) programmes across a variety of activities that support donor relations - including retention, acquisition and cultivation whilst delivering excellent supporter journeys. The successful candidate will have the necessary skills to be able to communicate effectively with our donors, enhancing and strengthening donor relations for long-term financial sustainability.

Our Individual Giving programme incorporates one-off donations, regular giving, digital fundraising, appeals and in-memory giving. We have plans for significant financial growth over the next five years with a projected fundraising income target of £10 million.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of all IG programmes, appeals and campaigns in line with the overall fundraising strategy, targets and objectives.
• Develop and manage fundraising appeals, ensuring they are compelling and effective in generating support from both existing and new supporters.
• Develop and implement new IG initiatives including supporting GDPR and lead generation projects.
• Implement the delivery of excellent supporter care and stewardship processes ensuring all donors are appropriately thanked and stewarded.
• Plan and deliver activities that identify and cultivate donors (regular communications and meaningful updates etc) to increase engagement and conversion rates across all segments.
• Create, plan and implement multi-channel supporter-centric campaigns to drive engagement from new and existing supporters. 
• Test, monitor and evaluate for insight and future planning of appeals and campaigns.
• Lead on the implementation of new IG programmes associated with IG such as raffles, lotteries etc.
• Strategically manage donor relationships including identifying and maintaining a High-Net-Worth Individuals portfolio for cultivation and long-term future legacy programmes.
• Utilise the CRM and other platforms for data maintenance, insights and reporting - using key learnings and insight for data segmentation and the delivery of timely targeted and engaging communications to supporters.
• Responsibility for line managing a small team, providing guidance and support to ensure effective execution of fundraising strategies, while also collaborating with external agencies to enhance campaign development and successful outputs.
• Work collaboratively with finance to manage and process Gift Aid claims.
• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including GDPR and the CIOF Code of Fundraising Practice.
• Actively participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be committed to training and development in line with RABI’s aims and objectives.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as required by the Charity.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Essential

• Demonstrable experience within a similar IG role in the voluntary sector, with a proven track record in IG and donor management.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets from unrestricted donations.
• Delivering donor recruitment and retention projects from initiation to completion.
• Planning, delivering and managing individual giving programmes with the ability to create and tailor engaging, emotive copy for a range of different channels.
• Knowledge and understanding of targeting, segmentation and response analysis.
• Understanding of testing, validation and utilising key learnings and insight driven data to take campaign learnings forward.
• Understanding of Data Protection and fundraising regulations, compliance and best practice.
• Self-motivated with a positive and creative approach to work, with the ability to multitask and utilize.
• Microsoft planning tools including a CRM system effectively.
• Good communicator with strong interpersonal skills, including face-to-face, phone, in writing and via remote communications and digital IT skills.
• Understanding of payment platforms including Enthuse and Just Giving.
• Highly motivated, strategic thinker with a passion for supporting the farming community.
• Empathy with the goals and objectives of RABI.

Desirable

• A full UK driving license.
• Wider knowledge or interest in the agricultural sector.

BENEFITS:

• Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and the opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
• Life assurance from day one.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI. Full training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline.

RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.

Salary: £39,000 to £42,500
Hours: 35

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Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager

Location: Oxford
Salary: £39,000 to £42,500
Hours: 35
Department: Fundraising
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent

RABI is the farmers charity. At the core of RABI’s mission is the commitment to address the individual needs of farming people across England, Wales and Northern Ireland through practical, financial and emotional support.

The charity’s expert mental health support builds emotional resilience to help farming people feel better equipped to tackle the many uncertainties and challenges they face today, whilst its grants empower farming people to become financially resilient.

RABI’s financial support includes targeted, emergency cost-of-living grant campaigns including its Return to School and Winter Fuel campaigns. The charity has provided around £1/4 billion of direct financial support to the farming community over the past 25 years.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager is responsible for leading and developing RABI’s philanthropy and partnerships donor base, focusing on building and nurturing relationships with major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners as well as legacy and in-memory supporters (larger funders).

This plays a pivotal role in shaping RABI’s fundraising strategy, identifying major funding opportunities and creating impactful engagement strategies to secure long-term financial support for the charity’s sustainability.

Relationship building is key to this position, communicating effectively with our donors by enhancing and strengthening relations through cultivation tactics and deepening relationships to ensure robust support from these influential stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Philanthropy and Partnerships (P&P) fundraising strategy to drive RABI’s fundraising activities and support long-term sustainability. This includes overseeing the cultivation and stewardship of major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners as well as legacy and in-memory supporters (larger funders).
• Report on income and expenditure targets, ensuring targets are met and assisting with budget setting.
• Cultivate, solicit and steward relationships with larger funders, ensuring strong and sustained engagement.
• Develop tailored proposals and partnership packages aligned with potential partners’ priorities and interests.
• Manage, identify and build relationships with key corporate funders, negotiate and manage agreements, ensuring clear communication of expected deliverables.
• Oversee and manage all trust and foundation opportunities, identifying potential funders whilst monitoring and reporting on deliverables and outcomes ensuring timely delivery of all requirements, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Develop compelling, tailored proposals and partnership packages to align with the interests and priorities of potential partners, demonstrating impact.
• Plan and execute donor stewardship events and activities to enhance engagement and retention. Ensure that donor recognition and communications are carried out with precision, ensuring donors feel valued and informed.
• Manage, track and utilise CRM systems (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics) to maintain up-to-date donor data, track progress and provide concise and timely reports on fundraising activities and income and expenditure reports. Analyse donor trends and engagement metrics to optimise fundraising strategies.
• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including GDPR the CIOF Code of Fundraising Practice and RABI’s internal policies. Make certain the charity’s best practices are upheld in all donor interactions and fundraising activities.
• Responsibility for line management, providing guidance, support and performance feedback to ensure the development and success of team members.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including fundraising, communications, service delivery, business development and external affairs to identify project funding opportunities, share donor insights and collaborate and support the development of other fundraising initiatives.
• Take part and contribute to team meetings.
• Actively participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be committed to training and development in line with RABI’s aims and objectives.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in a senior fundraising role, with a proven track record in securing major funds from larger funders.
• Exceptional major donor management skills, with experience in donor stewardship, partnership development and engagement strategies that build long-term relationships.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of targeting, segmentation and response analysis.
• Persuasive written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling applications, proposals and donor communications. Capable of tailoring messaging for different audiences and ensuring clarity, consistency and emotional impact.
• Experience of managing a fundraising team and assisting with recruitment and team development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and manage relationships at all levels, both internally and externally.
• A strategic outlook with the ability to identify fundraising opportunities and take the initiative to drive growth.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and CRM systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics). Familiarity with fundraising platforms and donor management systems.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise workload and meet deadlines. A creative and proactive approach to work, capable of juggling multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of data protection, fundraising regulations and compliance practices, ensuring that all fundraising activities adhere to legal and best practice standards.
• Self-motivated and confident in working, both independently and in teams.
• Empathy with the goals and objectives of RABI.

Desirable

• A full UK driving license.
• Knowledge or interest in the agricultural sector.

BENEFITS:

• Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and the opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
• Life assurance from day one.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI. Full training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline.

RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.

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Welcome to Ada!

We are the Government's National College for Digital Skills, dedicated to educating, supporting, and inspiring the next generation of digital pioneers. Our college is expanding, with a new permanent home in London, a 9 minute walk from Victoria Station, for our 6th form and Apprenticeship programs, and a growing Apprenticeship programme in Manchester.

Our student body is diverse, hailing from diverse backgrounds, and we are committed to leveraging technology to foster social mobility. They are passionate about tech with outstanding behaviour and attitudes and we are committed to supporting them to progress onto highly skilled roles in the digital sector.

All students study BTEC (RQF) Level 3 Computing programme for at least 66% of their curriculum with the other coming from A levels. Students undertake regular off-curriculum industry projects with partners such as King Games, Deloitte, Bank of America and Salesforce. We are passionate about high quality teaching and learning, using industry’s problems to bring education to life for our learners and thinking of innovative new approaches to communicating some of tech’s more challenging concepts.

Our students achieve highly across all subjects and progress to an amazing range of destinations.

Recently these have included those who embarked on a Degree Apprenticeship with Deloitte, Salesforce, ClearScore, PwC and Lloyds Banking Group as well as those who continued to study further at a range on Universities including Nottingham, Queen Mary, Lancaster, Kingston and many more.

Role Overview

Ada, the National College for Digital Skills, has a strong and healthy internal culture, with over 80% of employees reporting that they align with the college’s mission and that the college has a supportive culture.

As a fast-growing and changing organisation, we now need to ensure that employees across the organisation feel supported to perform effectively, engage with college systems and processes, and collaborate across locations, departments and teams.

Reporting into the Head of HR and with a dotted line into the CEO and Director of External Relations, the Internal Communications Manager is responsible for the development, delivery and management of the college’s communication channels, programmes and campaigns to drive employee engagement and improve overall college performance.

The post holder will lead on developing and executing internal communications strategies, with the support of the HR and the External Relations teams, to ensure that staff within the college are motivated, informed, engaged and able to perform their roles effectively.

The post holder will work with leadership teams across the college to create high-quality, engaging content for various communication channels, including newsletters, intranet sites, emails, handbooks, staff training, and employee recognition programmes.

The post holder will work closely with the Head of HR, Director of External Relations, and CEO to understand internal communication needs and ensure that these are aligned with the college’s organisational strategic objectives and support staff retention and recruitment initiatives.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

● Create clear, compelling and engaging communications that ensure an effective and timely flow of information between the college’s HR/Executive Leadership Teams and the wider organisation.

● Support the CEO and Executive Leadership Team in building the internal Ada brand to create and maintain a strong internal identity and tone of voice to be used across the college.

● Manage and develop innovative communication channels, both online and offline, with a particular focus on evolving digital platforms in line with industry best practice.

● Act as Project Lead on the transition away from the college’s primary employee communication channel (Workplace), identifying alternative options and managing the implementation of the chosen suitable alternative.

● Act as Project Lead on the various college intranet and internal HR microsite projects.

● Lead on the development and introduction of an Ada termly staff newsletter.

● Support the college with the development and facilitation of engaging employee training across all teams.

● Support the Head of HR and the Director of External Relations with developing and delivering employee engagement and communication plans in response to college needs.

● Support the HR resources team with administrative duties during times of absence and annual leave.

● Be responsible for ensuring cross-organisational collaboration channels are effective with regard to event planning, implementation of new systems, and adherence to organisational processes and planning systems.

● Lead on the implementation and improvement of the staff induction process alongside Senior HR Officer.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

● The postholder will possess highly effective and engaging communication skills. They should excel in written, verbal and presentation skills. Previous experience of working with digital channel communication tools is essential.

● The postholder will have a proven track record of working on internal communication campaigns , creating and deploying employee communication and engagement channels. They will be familiar with utilising the full range of media ( digital/social/face-to-face), with measurable impact and return on investment.

● Experience of creating and delivering creative and tailored communication solutions and campaigns to drive employee engagement.

● Experience of delivering training sessions

● Experience of working in a school setting or other similar regulated environment. Other Requirements:

● The successful candidate will have the choice of working in either our London office or our Manchester office.

The successful candidate will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check when appointed to the post. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to the interview day.

Remuneration and Benefits Salary: £45,000 pro-rata (London), £40,050 pro-rata (Manchester).

Selection process: 2 Stage interview & Assessment.

Main hours: 9AM-5PM (Mon-Thurs).

Holidays: 30 days per annum (3 of these days must be reserved for the period Between Christmas and New Year).

The salary for this role will differ depending on the location chosen.

Safeguarding

Ada, National College for Digital Skills is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and references will be sought from previous employers prior to commencing employment. Other related pre-employment checks appropriate to the post will also be carried out.

We care about equity, diversity and inclusion

Ada. National College for Digital Skills recognises that equality of opportunity and the recognition and promotion of diversity are integral to its strengths. The following principles apply in respect of the College’s commitment to equality and diversity:

● To provide and promote equality of opportunity in all areas of its work and activity;

● To recognise and develop the diversity of skills and talent within its current and potential community;

● To ensure that all employees and prospective employees of the College are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential without receiving any unjustified discrimination or unfavourable treatment on grounds such as age, disability, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender reassignment, trans status, socio-economic status or any other irrelevant distinction;

● To provide and promote a positive working, learning, and social environment which is free from prejudice, discrimination and any forms of harassment, bullying or victimisation;

● To promote good relations between individuals from different groups.

Applicants with disabilities

Ada is keen to increase the number of disabled people it employs. We, therefore, encourage applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application please contact us.

Sponsorship

Sadly, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role so can only accept applications from candidates who have the legal right to work and remain in the United Kingdom.

We are seeking someone to join our team as Academic Administrator. Trinity College Bristol is a vibrant community of around 60 undergraduate and taught postgraduate students, many training for ordination in the Church of England. The College is made up of both residential and dispersed learners, both full- and part-time, as well as a lively cohort of a further 60 postgraduate research students.

In this full time role you would be responsible for the administration and support of all of our taught programmes associated with the Common Awards scheme (under Durham University) at undergraduate and taught postgraduate levels, and of all aspects related to the academic progress of students on these programmes for both Trinity College and Bristol Baptist College. You would likewise be responsible for all programmes at pre-undergraduate level and above which are internally accredited by Trinity College.

Trinity is a fantastic place to work. Our offices are in lovely buildings on a beautiful site close to the centre of Bristol and the students and staff are wonderful to work with. There are great perks attached to the role, including free parking and lunch. Above all, it is an immense privilege to serve an inspiring cause, helping church leaders of the future to grow in knowledge, skills and character.

£56,401 per annum (rising to £58,150 per annum in April 2025)

35 hours per week

Fixed-Term Contract - 15 months maternity cover

London based with the option of hybrid working in the office and from home*

We’re looking for an expert and experienced Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join and support the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy’s finance team at an exciting time of financial transformation.  

Are you:

· A leader and collaborator, looking for an outstanding opportunity to lead on financial transformation across the organisation?

· A solutions focussed and big picture thinker, who is able to challenge and shape the next stage of our financial strategy, working directly with our Leadership Team?

· Driven and passionate about building effective relationships and maximising value for money?

· Able to challenge well and support financial skills development at all levels across the organisation?

· A values-led and trusted people leader with strong technical and line management skills?

If so, we want to hear from you!

About the role…

We are seeking an expert and experienced Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to join our ambitious finance team during an exciting period of financial transformation across a £25m trade union and two associated charities. As part of our new finance strategy, we are embedding long term planning and modelling across the organisation during a time of significant change. We are designing and rolling out sophisticated reporting and analysis, working directly with the Leadership Team on high profile finance transformation projects. With a new finance system in place and more systems development in progress, we need you to maximise these products to improve our financial analysis, long-term modelling and planning and build financial confidence and literacy at all levels.

As the FP&A Manager, you will lead on business partnering across the organisation and our two associated charities. You will lead on budgeting, forecasting and business modelling, to support the organisation to maximise strategic impact and minimise risk.

With excellent modelling, people management and communication skills, you will lead all organisational financial reporting and presentations, improve and roll out new analysis and dashboards and lead long term planning projects, whilst continually reviewing the wider business envirionment to identify any potential opportunities and threats.

As a senior finance expert within the organsiation, you will bring technical expertise, resilience, excellent communication and influencing skills. You will be a strong people leader who is able to bring others along with you, acting as a trainer and a coach to improve the financial understanding and enable stakeholders to understand and make effective financial decisions.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Shona Tchilingirian, at Head Office.

Why work for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy?

The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's c65,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare. We are proud to have been awarded the 2022 Best Companies One to Watch accreditation.

At the CSP our goal is to create a culture which is characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to be the best at everything we do. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA and reflect the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it to have the greatest impact for our members. Please visit the website for further information.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including 27 days of annual leave, plus a Christmas office closure. We offer a competitive pension scheme (12% employer), life assurance at four times the annual salary, and extensive health and well-being support, including occupational health services, a 24/7 employee assistance program, and up to eight free counseling sessions per year. Additional benefits include enhanced family leave, company sick pay from day one, and financial support options such as season ticket loans and a cycle-to-work scheme. Employees also receive eye care support, flu vaccination vouchers, and access to CSP Plus discounts on a range of products and services.

*The CSP operates hybrid working where employees can work between their home and the office. Through discussions with line managers, the CSP encourages employees to decide how, when and where they work best in a way that balances the needs of the CSP, the team and themselves. The current expectation is that employees will travel to the office one day per week on a Wednesday. Homeworking is subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which includes a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps.

To enable our employees to balance their individual, family and work-life, we would be happy to discuss flexible working arrangements with shortlisted candidates (subject to business needs).

To apply for the role please click on the ‘Apply online’ tab below and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: 10am, 26 February 2025.

Interview dates: 6 or 10 March 2025.

If you require any adjustments during the application stage, please email the Human Resources team at Head Office.

The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the CSP’s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages. To view our equity, diversity and belonging strategy, please visit the website.

NO AGENCIES

About Tender

Tender is an arts charity working with children and young people to prevent domestic abuse and sexual violence through creative projects. Our programmes are safe, enjoyable, age-appropriate spaces where young people can engage with sensitive topics and “rehearse” for real-life scenarios. Participants are encouraged to be both consumers and producers of learning through script-work, role-play and creative media such as films and art. Throughout, we enable young people to explore their choices, rights and expectations in relationships and to recognise the early warning signs of abuse. 

Role Purpose

The main purposes of the Projects Coordinator role are to:

• Coordinate the delivery of Tender’s educational programmes to and for children and young people in schools and youth settings in East England (with an initial focus on Norfolk)
• Establish and maintain relationships with Tender’s internal and external stakeholders, including colleagues, workshop leaders, teachers/carers, delivery partners and other service professionals
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of Tender’s projects

Main responsibilities

Project delivery

• Coordinating the delivery of arts-based educational projects in and to schools and youth settings, including digital projects, to educate children and young people about healthy relationships
• Monitoring the progress of projects and working with the Programme Manager (East) to ensure projects are delivered to plan and on time
• Managing the distribution of relevant and appropriate materials and resources to project settings, workshop leaders and other partners involved in project delivery in the region to ensure high-quality project delivery
• Coordinating the evaluation of projects delivered in youth settings to ensure learnings from projects are assessed and shared
• Working with the Tender team to ensure effective and efficient use of time and resource during delivery

Relationships

• Supporting the Programme Manager (East) to establish and maintain relationships with youth settings to facilitate the delivery and success of educational projects
• Supporting the Programme Manager (East) to manage relationships with other stakeholders involved in the delivery of projects, including workshop leaders, youth leaders, partner organisations, and professional specialists, to ensure stakeholders remain engaged in and committed to the projects’ success
• Working with the Programme Manager (East) in managing communications for Tender’s projects, including building new relationships with youth settings
• Working with colleagues to manage information flows and communication to ensure knowledge of and learnings from projects are known and understood across Tender

Administration

• Logging, tracking and updating project management documentation (including project booking, securing contracts, carrying out risk assessments) to facilitate transparency of decision-making and accuracy of reporting
• Following monitoring and evaluation procedures to ensure the results of projects are recorded accurately and in a timely manner using specified systems, including Salesforce and SharePoint
• Participating in training and other learning activities to develop relevant professional skills and knowledge
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties commensurate with the grade and competencies required of the post requested by the line management

Corporate Fundraising Manager – Birmingham, Midlands

• c.£34500 per annum plus Enhanced benefits
• Midlands, Hybrid working. Approx. 3 days per week at Birmingham site
• Fixed Term Contract, 18 months minimum, extension based on performance
• Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, 5.5% Employer Pension Contribution including Life Cover, Occupational Sick Pay Benefits & Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Leave and Pay, Employee Assistance Programme

FareShare Midlands is the region’s largest food redistribution charity, tackling food inequality and transforming lives. In partnership with FareShare UK, we rescue good-quality surplus food and redistribute it to over 800 local charities and community organisations, reaching 83,000 people weekly. Beyond fighting hunger, we empower individuals through education, training and volunteering, helping over 730 people to date build brighter, more secure futures. Together, we’re fighting hunger, reducing food waste and creating opportunities across the Midlands:

• Our Mission is to maximise the social value of surplus food. 
• Our Vision is a Midlands region where no-one goes hungry when there is food being wasted, no child goes to school on an empty stomach, and where vulnerable people are supported to join​ or re-join the workforce. 
• Our Values are Passion, Ambition, Respect, Collaboration and Accountability – they run through everything we do and provide a clear framework for how we approach our work.

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Fundraising Manager who relishes the excitement of developing strong relationships and exceeding ambitious income targets. Reporting to our Head of Fundraising, you will be responsible for securing and managing high-value corporate partnerships to support FareShare Midlands across our three hubs in Birmingham, Nottingham, and Leicester, managing both a pipeline of new business and existing corporate relationships for maximum impact. You will collaborate closely with colleagues across the organisation and with our network partners to create exciting transformational and mutually beneficial relationships that enable FareShare Midlands to substantially grow our impact across the region.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Development and Management:

- Secure new innovative collaborations with companies based in the Midlands.

- Manage and grow a portfolio of existing corporate partnerships which may include Charity of the Year, commercial brand partnerships/campaigns, sponsorship, POS promotions and strategic partnerships.

- Design and deliver tailored partnership plans and activities.

- Devise compelling collateral and captivating stewardship resources to maximise longevity and impact of partnership and meet agreed targets and KPIs.

Fundraising and Income Generation:

- Meet and exceed income targets through corporate partnerships.

- Create and deliver compelling proposals and pitches for high-value corporate partnerships.

- Identify and execute opportunities to increase the value of partnerships.

- Lead on negotiating bespoke deals and benefits packages.

Strategy and Planning:

- Contribute to the development and implementation of the corporate partnership strategy, working closely with the Head of Fundraising.

- Manage and lead a strong pipeline of prospective corporate supporters.

- Deliver cultivation strategies for prospective corporate supporters and monitor their effectiveness.

Collaboration and Reporting:

- Collaborate closely with internal teams and FareShare UK to maximise partnership potential.

- Efficient and effective management of commercial income activity ensuring compliance with GDPR, charity regulations and our Ethical Gift Policy.

- Ensure compliance with legal and charity regulations across all partnerships.

- Provide regular updates and reports to internal stakeholders on partnership progress and outcomes.

- Monitor and maintain systems and processes including CRM and data management, pipeline, contracts and due diligence.

Team Leadership

- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior fundraising team members

- Set clear objectives, performance indicators and training and development goals for direct reports.

- Facilitate knowledge sharing and innovative thinking within the fundraising team.

- Undertake performance management when necessary.

Collaboration and Communication

- Ensure effective communication between the fundraising team and other departments – internally and externally.

- Encourage team input on new fundraising initiatives and partnership opportunities, including setting departmental goals and strategies.

- Represent the fundraising team in cross-functional meetings and initiatives across the network.

Resource Allocation

- Manage team workload and allocate resources effectively to meet fundraising targets.

- Oversee project timelines and ensure deadlines are met.

- Participate in the hiring process for new fundraising team members and develop and implement people strategies to retain top talent within the team.

Person Specification - Skills, Qualities & Experience

Essential

- Minimum 3 years’ proven experience in corporate fundraising/partnerships and/or account management

-  Knowledge of top local corporate/commercial organisations in the Midlands and their CSR strategy

-  Proven track record of securing and managing high-value partnerships, fundraising target and Key Performance Indicators

- Experience in managing others – either as a line manager or within a team

- Excellent relationship management, communication and presentation skills

- Strong negotiation, influencing and networking abilities

- Experience with commercial brand licensing and cause-related marketing

- Proficiency in CRM systems and data management (we use Donorfy)

- Experience with the Institute of Fundraising's Code of Practice

Desirable

- Knowledge of the food industry and retail sector in the Midlands

- Understanding of food waste and food poverty issues

Values and behaviours 

- A commitment to Equal Opportunities

- An appreciation of FareShare Midlands’ mission and vision

- Flexibility of approach and ability to work in a team

- Proven ability to develop and maintain good working relations, with both internal and external audiences

How to Apply:

If you feel that you have the passion and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you! Your application should include your CV and a supporting statement to demonstrate your experience, achievements and suitability for the role as well as explain your motivation for both the role and FareShare Midlands.

Please note that applications without a supporting statement will not be considered.

We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds as they are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands. 

Closing Date for Applications: 25th February 2025