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About the UN Global Compact Network UK:

We are a dynamic multi-stakeholder initiative, dedicated to connecting UK companies to the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest responsible business initiative. The Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, rooted in UN treaties, provide a robust foundation and comprehensive framework for corporate sustainability and business action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our mission is to champion sustainability leadership to create a world we want to live and do business in, by inspiring ambition, enabling impactful action, and collaborating to reshape the business environment for the better.

The UN Global Compact Network UK has over 900 participating companies, with a team of 31 people, and is growing quickly.

Our work is guided by the core values of the UN – Integrity, Respect for Diversity, and Professionalism – alongside nine additional values and behaviours of the UN Global Compact which can be found here. During a recent review, the team described our workplace as friendly, inclusive, supportive, passionate, and hard-working.

About the role:

The primary focus of the Bookkeeper role is credit control - raising invoices and following up on accounts receivable for our membership (approximately 1000 participants). The role will also include posting expenses and ensuring they are properly documented, reconciling bank accounts, and ensuring that records are accurate, up-to-date, and comply with relevant accounting principles.

This is a part-time role (3 days per week to start). The successful candidate may normally work from home or our office, but occasional in-person meetings at the office will be required (minimum twice per month).

Who we are looking for:

• Someone with a strong understanding of financial principles and practices, with excellent attention to detail – ensuring accuracy in financial records and reports.
• Someone with strong organisational skills, capable of managing time effectively and prioritising multiple tasks efficiently.
• A confident communicator, both in writing and verbally, who can interact well with team members, management, and external stakeholders. They should also be comfortable using the telephone and willing to make calls when needed.
• Strong mathematical skills and the ability to work with numbers accurately is essential.
• Someone with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to review and interpret financial data, resolve discrepancies, and provide valuable insights to support senior management's decision-making.
• An individual with good IT skills who is proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, along with experience in accounting software and CRM systems like Salesforce. We use Xero, but knowledge of this specific software is not required.

In your first 6 months:

To help you settle quickly, we will provide a thorough and comprehensive onboarding. Through meetings with key colleagues and online training, we will help you to become familiar with our way of working and our value proposition.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Accounts Receivable: Manage accounts receivable (member invoicing and collections) ensuring that all invoices are generated on time and payments are collected effectively.
  • Monitor Member Accounts: Track outstanding balances and proactively contact members regarding unpaid invoices to ensure timely payment
  • Debt Collection: Chase overdue payments by phone or email.
• • Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of member accounts, including invoices, payment history, and communications, and provide regular reports to senior management.
  • Cash Allocation: Ensure all incoming payments are correctly allocated to the corresponding invoices.
  • Dispute Resolution: Investigate and resolve any disputes or queries regarding invoices or payments.
  • Reporting: Provide regular reports on outstanding debts, overdue accounts, and the overall status of the company’s receivables to senior management.
  • Liaison: Collaborate with internal teams (Participant Engagement/Impact & Growth/Programmes) to resolve any issues that may delay payment.
• Expense Management: Track company expenses and ensure they are allocated correctly across teams.
• Bank Reconciliation: Regularly reconcile bank accounts to ensure that all transactions are properly allocated and accounted for, and discrepancies are addressed.
• VAT Compliance: Ensure VAT is accurately applied to all relevant transactions and prepare VAT returns for review by our accountant or Executive Director before submission, in compliance with legal requirements.
• Support Audits: Prepare relevant documents and assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary financial records.
• Petty Cash Handling: Manage petty cash transactions and ensure they are recorded appropriately.

The Bookkeeper may also be required to perform general finance and accounts-related tasks as needed to support the overall financial operations of the company.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper or in a similar financial role.
• Certification in bookkeeping, or equivalent 
• A good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping is essential, along with familiarity with tax and regulatory requirements.

What we offer:

• Hybrid working – After onboarding, office days will be negotiable.
• Flexible working once discussed with your line manager. Our core/active hours are 10 am to 4 pm.
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family.
• Three discretionary days off in December in addition to annual leave.
• One additional day off for mission-related volunteering.
• Enhanced sick leave.
• Compassionate leave.
• Season ticket loan.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.

This is a part-time position (22.5 hours per week).

Next Steps:

The application process includes the following steps:

1. Complete an equal opportunities questionnaire and provide essential admin information.
2. Upload your CV.
3. Longlisted candidates will be asked to complete a written test which includes questions designed to test your ability to excel in this role. Your answers will be scored by people, not AI tools.
4. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with the Executive Director, the Chief of Staff, and the HR Manager.
5. Final candidates will be invited to an informal, in-person meeting.

Community Development and Wind Farm Manager

Location:                        Hybrid, based in Uist, with a desk at old Lochmaddy School, North Uist.
Application deadline:      Sunday 01 December, 2024, noon.
Duration of role:              Three-year fixed term appointment, with a view for renewal for a longer term position thereafter.   
Hours of work:                 Full-time, 35 hours per week, flexible working considered.
Salary:                              £40,050 (starting salary).
Holidays:                          25 days per year plus 9 days public holidays per year.
Pension:                           Employer’s monthly contribution to pension at 3% of monthly salary. 
Other benefits:                The position will include a training allowance, to support personal professional development                                                    and the needs of the role.
Role summary:                   
This is an exciting opportunity to join North Uist Development Company (NUDC) and UistWind (North Uist Development Company Trading Limited) to act as a catalyst for innovative and sustainable community development and for successful operational management of the North Uist community-owned wind farm – UistWind.

UistWind has been operational since 2019 and we are pleased to have reached a point in the project to be able to fund this joint position in preparation for the first North Uist Community Benefit Fund.

The successful candidate will work with the UistWind Management Committee, its members and associated parties, to manage the Community Benefit Society’s operational business needs, meeting compliance requirements while working to maximise generation and revenue from two 900kW wind turbines at Criongrabhal near Clachan-na-Luib in North Uist for the benefit of the local community.The successful candidate will also work with NUDC and the wider community, to develop and implement both a community development plan, and a community investment plan for the UistWind community benefit fund, which takes account of opportunities to enhance the socio-economic, cultural and environmental welfare of the North Uist and Berneray area.

Who we are looking for:
We are looking to recruit an energetic and self-motivated individual, with a strong commitment to community development and community ownership.  You will have experience of partnership working, especially with community groups and associated stakeholders, and of working with and supporting voluntary trustees.  You will also have excellent communication, coordination and facilitation skills, alongside attention to detail and demonstrable ability to understand, utilise and interpret complex technical and financial information.  ​If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified, and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you.

About us:

North Uist Development Company, founded in 2010, registered as a Scottish Company No. 383175 and as a Scottish Charity No. SC041709, aims to develop a sustainable and viable community through promoting the social, educational, cultural, economic and environmental wellbeing of North Uist.UistWind (North Uist Development Company Trading Limited) is a Community Benefit Society, registered with the Financial Conduct Authority under registration no: RS007738.  The two UistWind 900kW wind turbines are operated by UistWind on behalf of the community, with projections indicating the project will generate over £2 million for community benefit.  For more details visit our website.

How to apply:
For full details about the role, who we are looking for, and how to apply, please see our website and download the application pack.  You can also apply directly through charity jobs. 

Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by noon on Sunday 1st December 2024.

Acorns Children’s Hospice provides specialist care and support for babies, children and young people who are life limited or life threatened. When time is short, every moment is precious. Acorns helps children and families fill the time they have together with love, fun and laughter to create lasting memories.

Palliative care for children aged 0-18 is delivered at Acorns’ hospices in Birmingham, Worcester, and Walsall, as well as in family homes or elsewhere in the community. Their holistic, tailored approach meets each child’s clinical, emotional, cultural, religious, and spiritual needs. Supporting over 750 children and nearly 1,000 families annually, Acorns is a vital lifeline for families across the West Midlands and Gloucestershire during unimaginably difficult times.

Over the past 18 months, Acorns’ leadership team has enhanced collaboration and innovation across the charity and focused on embedding an organisation-wide fundraising culture, deepening internal relationships, and harnessing data analysis to drive performance. With this strong foundation in place, they are seeking a Director of Income Generation to play a key role in shaping the organisation’s strategic direction while leading and integrating fundraising and retail operations.

About the role

As a key member of Acorns’ Executive Directorate, you will play a central role in shaping the organisation’s leadership and strategy. You’ll develop and implement innovative strategies to maximise fundraising income across individual giving, corporate partnerships, community fundraising, trusts, and legacies. In addition, you will oversee the performance and continued success of Acorns’ retail operation, strategically supporting the Retail Director in driving growth across a portfolio of c.50 shops.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior fundraiser seeking a strategic leadership role with a broad scope in a collaborative and positive culture. Under the leadership of a CEO who deeply values fundraising, Acorns is committed to investing in bold ideas and developing your team, setting the stage for future growth and long-term success.

As Director of Income Generation, you will: 

• Join a high-functioning Executive Director team to effectively govern and lead the organisation’s strategic development
• Provide strategic direction, inspiration and leadership to the fundraising and retail teams, ensuring alignment with Acorns’ mission and values
• Develop and implement a comprehensive and innovative income generation strategy to meet ambitious financial targets
• Work closely with the Director of Retail to lead the strategy and operational management of 43 high street shops and 4 superstores, driving sales growth and profitability
• Build collaborative relationships across the organisation, contributing to a culture of cross-function working
• Explore new opportunities, including prize-led giving and digital fundraising, to keep Acorns at the forefront of fundraising innovation
• Act as an ambassador for Acorns, including addressing prospective donors and partners at events

About you

Ideal skills and experience: 

• Extensive experience in fundraising leadership across multiple income streams
• A track record of creating and implementing innovative fundraising strategies
• A skilled leader with experience managing high-performing teams, providing guidance and support to maximise the strengths of staff
• Proven ability to think creatively, offering fresh approaches to fundraising that are both innovative and practical
• Ability to use data insights to drive strategy and decision-making, including tapping into demographic insights and donor behaviour to inform innovative fundraising strategies
• Strong public speaking and networking skills, including representing organisations at high-profile events, conferences, and other functions
• Passion for Acorns’ mission of supporting children and families and a willingness to learn and adapt to the hospice sector

Acorns Children's Hospice is partnering with Ed Cherry at QuarterFive for this appointment. 

The applicant pack below contains further details of the organisation, role, opportunities and person specification. For suitable applicants, a full brief will be shared, with guidance and support for formal applications (via CV and cover letter), which are to be submitted by Thursday 14th November.

This role is offered on a 12 month fixed-term contract

Fantastic relationship management is fundamental to Parkinson’s UK delivering the impact we want to see for people affected by Parkinson's. As our next Philanthropy Manager, you would focus on raising £10k-£100k+ gifts. You will become part of a collaborative, supportive and positive team and have the opportunity to grow in the role so that we can help you to achieve what you want next in your career. We champion regular learning to develop our skills as face-to-face relationship fundraisers and you will be supported by your line-manager and peers to feel confident with external activity and to try out new ideas. 

It is a really exciting time to join as we enter the private phase of Parkinson’s UK’s £12m Nurse Appeal, and grow our philanthropic income for our research and the Parkinson’s Virtual Biotech, our international drug discovery programmes. 

What you’ll do

• Identify, cultivate and manage relationships with a pipeline of donors and prospects 
• Deliver pipeline activity and income targets
• Secure and deliver a high volume of donor/prospect in-person touchpoints, involving Parkinson’s UK senior leadership in key relationships 
• Deliver first-class stewardship by maximising engagement opportunities within our stewardship programme
• Manage the day-to-day activity of our fundraising board and secure new gifts through their networks
• Work with our Nurse Appeal senior volunteer donors to build your pipeline
• Lead on prospecting projects, collaborating with the prospect research and wider colleagues across the charity 

What you’ll bring

• Demonstrable experience of successful major donor fundraising
• A strong track record of building successful relationships with major donors through one-to-one meetings, phone calls, communications, events and bespoke cultivation 
• Excellent verbal presentation and persuasive writing skills 
• The confidence to influence, negotiate and inspire stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally 
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a diverse workload with appropriate time management, planning and prioritisation
• Ability to proactively identify, qualify and generate new prospects 
• Interest in learning about Parkinson’s UK’s strategy and developing an understanding and empathy with the Parkinson’s community

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description 

Whilst this is advertised as a full-time position, we are committed to being flexible in our roles and would consider part-time working and compressed hours. Please specify in your supporting statement if you are interested in a specific working pattern.

Interviews for this role will be held w/c 11 November. Successful candidates may be invited to a second stage interview. 

Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

We are looking to grow the capacity of our church leadership to support church growth, as we both develop our base within the new Osney Mead Innovation Quarter and expand our activities across the city.

We see Operations as a key ministry in the life of the church. Our existing church Admin Team covers events, communications, volunteer coordination, data handling and safeguarding administration, whilst management roles have generally been held by pastoral staff. In appointing an Operations Leader, we are seeking someone “well respected, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom” (Acts 6:3), whose managerial skill will release other leaders to focus on pastoral ministry.

The Operations Leader will work with our senior leaders to build and run systems that support church growth, and will be responsible for:

• Cultivating a culture in which volunteers thrive
• Leading on finance, governance, HR and compliance
• Use and development of our building
• Oversight of church admin team

This is a key role in our church life and requires a vibrant Christian faith and a passion for our church’s mission. It also demands strong people skills and the ability to ensure strategies and plans are executed in a timely and thorough manner.

Key relationships

Your primary team will be our church Core Team. You will work each week with Steve and Bev Jones, other pastors in the church and the Admin Team.

You will also work closely with the board of The Kings Centre Ltd, Trustees, our charity’s Operations Director and a range of volunteers in the local church.

Specific duties

Development

1. Implement systems to support and sustain excellent volunteer service

2. Osney Mead project: liaise with consultants and key stakeholders, establish project brief; project manage development of a business plan

Governance

3. Report to governance teams within the charity: producing reports on risk management, statutory and policy compliance

4. Chair the board of The King’s Centre Ltd (a wholly owned subsidiary of our charity)

Resources

5. Manage church finances: setting a growth budget, controlling spend, generating income, ensuring routine tasks are done effectively

6. Oversee HR (recruitment, annual reviews, improving culture of performance)

7. Oversee IT and AV systems

8. Management of data

Relationships

9. Participate in Core Team and whole church staff meetings

10.Line-manage ‘Admin Team Leader’ and oversee admin team

You will be responsible for ensuring accurate processing and recording in accounts and administrative matters, processing invoices and performing bank reconciliations. You will also work with colleagues in The King’s Foundation ensuring compliance with policies and procedures of The King’s Foundation.

This role offers the opportunity to grow and develop within The King’s Foundation. As you become more familiar with our financial processes and systems, there will be opportunities to take on greater responsibility, including involvement in more complex financial tasks and projects. You will have the chance to work closely with senior members of the finance team, gaining valuable experience and insights into the wider financial operations of the organization.

Head of Advice Services 

Hours: Full time 37 hours (with flexibility to 30 hours as a minimum for an experienced candidate)

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 (or pro rata as appropriate) depending on experience

Location: Based in one of our 3 offices in Alton, Bordon and Petersfield (and frequent travel across the area) with some home working

Citizens Advice East Hampshire is a local charity providing free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to over 7,500 people every year on the problems they face.  We work as part of a network of around 300 local Citizens Advice members across England and Wales.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all applicants who meet the person specification irrespective of sex, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief, age, or disability.

The Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Head of Advice Services to lead our dedicated and diverse staff and volunteer team, to develop our advice services and to ensure we continue to deliver high-quality information and advice. Reporting to and working closely with our Chief Executive, this is an exciting opportunity to play a significant role at the very heart of our charity.

As a member of our Senior Management Team, you will be responsible for the day to day running and  future development of our advice operation. You will look to lead advice teams that are able to respond to the changing needs of our community.

You will be able to demonstrate strong leadership and collaboration skills to support an inclusive working environment for our staff and volunteer team, as well as work proactively with a wide range of stakeholders across the district.

The successful applicant will be a confident and positive leader who is energetic, resourceful, and organised. You will relish change and possess substantial operational management experience, ideally within a high performing multi-channel advice service or similar,  preferably with a good understanding of Citizens Advice or similar advice function. Frequent travel to our offices in East Hampshire is essential.

For an application form and further information please contact Citizens Advice East Hampshire

Closing date for applications is Monday 25th November 2024 at 12 noon.

Interviews are expected to be held on Monday 2nd December 2024 in our Petersfield office (GU32 3HH) in East Hampshire.

Please note all successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Please note CV’s will not be accepted.

Our team of doctors, nurses and other professional staff provide expert care and support for local people with terminal or life-limiting illnesses and their families, in the hospice and at home. We not only take care of patients' physical needs, we consider their emotional, spiritual and social needs too; and we support families and close friends, both during illness and in bereavement.

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and people-focussed HR professional to lead our HR team, providing a highly effective HR service to our senior leadership and management teams.

Salary £36,626 - £39,503 per annum

(dependent upon experience, pro rata for part time)

Full or Part Time: 30 - 37.5 hours per week

(to be agreed with successful candidate)

This is generalist HR management role, so you’ll be responsible for ensuring effectiveness and driving improvement across all areas of the employment lifecycle, as well as providing expert HR knowledge and advice to our management and leadership teams.

The HR Manager will also lead the development and delivery of our workforce strategy and contribute to the strategic direction and day to day operational management of the hospice as a key member of the management team.

You will work collaboratively with others across our multidisciplinary workforce on a number of initiatives and projects, helping to ensure we achieve our aim of being a Great Place to Work.

What you need:

The successful candidate will be qualified to CIPD level 7 (or working towards this / have equivalent experience), along with substantial experience working in a HR generalist role. You will need to have a strong commitment to the vision and values of Bolton Hospice, and be able to demonstrate these values in the way that you work. You will have strong communication, relationship-building and organisational skills, coupled with an excellent knowledge of employment legislation, and experience in providing expert HR advice to senior teams.

Why Bolton Hospice?

You will be working in a skilled and dedicated team, with flexible working and some home working considered. We offer our employees generous annual leave (35 days a year including bank holidays, rising to 40 days with long service), a contributory stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance, membership of a healthcare cash plan and excellent training opportunities.

Closing Date for Applications:  Sunday 10th November 2024

Interviews: Friday 22nd November 2024

Bolton Hospice welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation.  Any appointment will be made on merit alone. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.  Bolton Hospice has a No Smoking Policy.

Please note this role is hybrid and be based out of Welshpool, Bangor, Llandeilo or Baglan.

We are delighted to be recruiting exclusively for this fascinating and inspiring charitable organisation in helping them find an experienced senior finance professional to join them as their new Head of Finance & Business Resources.

Reporting into the CEO of this £3 million turnover cultural and historic environment focussed charity, you will be a qualified accountant and have strong technical accounting skills. You will thrive in an environment where positive change is welcomed and where streamlining, and modernisation is encouraged. You will oversee finance and business services day to day operations and be adept at building strong working relationships both internally and externally. You will be enthusiastic about the idea of joining an organisation that is looking to improve processes, procedures, and finance operations.

As the new Head of Finance & Business Services you will be part of the senior management team and be eager to develop skills outside your finance remit. This role will suit someone who is keen to play an integral part in the organisations ongoing success and as a member of the senior management team you will embrace the opportunity to support the CEO in the board room.

The job

• Oversee the finance operation, to include, statutory accounts and tax returns, quarterly management accounts, financial planning, and budgeting
• Ensure the charity’s insurance policies are fit for purpose to include leading relationship management with brokers
• Lead on pensions operational management, managing the contracts with external advisors and other relevant contracts as required
• Oversee the system of internal controls, including systems for delegated financial authority
• Lead on relationships with external auditors
• Oversee the management of tax affairs drawing on external advisors as needed.
• Act as Company Secretary, ensuring all corporate governance and compliance requirements are fulfilled for the charity
• Oversee procurement and contract management to ensure effective, value for money services are available to support all operational functions.
• Deliver a people plan and strategy for the organisation with progression routes for staff and continuous professional development
• Act as a lead for all HR matters, including strategic development and use of internal skills and outsourced suppliers
• Manage, coach and develop direct reports to ensure effective performance management, skill developments and teamwork
• Make a significant contribution to Senior Executive team objectives and participate fully in Senior Executive team activities
• Establish an estate management plan aiming to reduce operational costs and deliver agile working
• Lead on Information Technology strategy across the organisation, managing the key contracts in relation to I.T.

The person specification

• Fully qualified accountant, ACA, CIMA, CIPFA, or ACCA
• Demonstrable technical accounting skills to include statutory reporting
• Charity experience is essential
• Good understanding of charity finance and governance
• Desire to taken on a broader remit i.e. HR, IT
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience/knowledge of managing occupational pension schemes
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow skills
• Ability to work in the Welsh Language is desirable, but not essential, to this role.
• Experience with fundraising and grant management in the non-profit sector is desirable
• Proven leader with the ability to operate at senior executive level.
• Strong knowledge of organisational governance requirements.
• An interest and passion for the historic environment would be desirable
• Strategic approach to finance and business services to furthering charitable objects.

Salary & benefits

• Salary is up to £65,000 pa, this is dependent on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible/hybrid working
• The role can be based out of one of 4 locations in Wales – Bangor, Llandeilo, Baglan or Welshpool
• Pension scheme 6% employer, 6% employee

The next step.

Please apply with your CV in the first instance and one of our team will be in touch with the candidate brief and next steps.

Please note we hold the right to close the advert early if we get a good selection of applications.

StreetGames is an innovative UK charity committed to transforming the lives of children and young people from low-income, underserved communities through the power of sport and physical activity.

We are seeking a Director of Finance and Resources to drive Streetgame's strategic financial management, HR, IT, and governance functions. The postholder will be responsible for ensuring probity and due care and attention in the day-to-day and strategic management of StreetGames' finances. They will line manage a team of staff providing Finance, Business and IT Support to the organisation and will influence the work of other teams and budget holders in relation to financial planning, management and monitoring.

• £70,000 - £80,000 yearly
• National role with flexibility
• Directly influence the strategic direction of a StreetGames

The Role:

As the Director of Finance and Resources, you will:

• Provide strategic direction for the finance function, ensuring compliance with legislation and industry best practices.
• Oversee the management, monitoring, and reporting of diverse income streams.
• Collaborate with the Executive Team to develop and direct financial strategies and set income and fundraising targets.
• Lead the development and execution of the annual financial planning process and cash management strategies.
• Act as the primary officer for the Finance and Resources Committee, ensuring effective oversight.
• Provide strategic financial input for bids and contract negotiations.
• Ensure appropriate and proportionate internal governance standards.
• Administer Board, Finance, Audit, and Fundraising meetings, ensuring timely and accurate information and record-keeping.
• Oversee Board recruitment and induction processes to enable Trustees to provide strategic leadership.
• Ensure compliance with governance expectations of external funders (e.g., Sport England, Sport Wales, Welsh Government, Ofsted, ESFA).
• Manage StreetGames resources to support efficient and effective service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with legal obligations related to HR, Health & Safety, IT security, data management, and insurance.
• Oversee the human resources function, including maintaining an up-to-date Employee Handbook, developing and implementing HR policies, recruitment, and employment contract management.
• Effectively manage team members, ensuring completion of appraisals, regular performance management, and professional development support.

The Candidate:

We are looking for a Director of Finance and Resources who:

• Has a senior-level financial management background with CCAB, ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualification - desirable but not essential
• Has strong leadership skills with ability to lead high-performing teams and operate at different levels, including with Board members
• Has extensive background working in financial accounting and management within a charity.
• Is knowledgeable about SORPS and relevant charity legislation.
• Possesses excellent analytical and interpretive abilities.
• Has a background working in developing and monitoring financial strategies.
• Is skilled in supporting the development of funding bids and proposals to ensure cost recovery
• Has a background leading diverse functions.
• Has exceptional project management, organisational, and IT skills.
• Has a background managing a high performance team.

The Package:

• Hybrid working
• Great work-life balance
• Access to free counselling and support services
• Enhanced family friendly benefits
• Company socials
• Eye care allowance
• Cycle scheme
• Pension scheme of up to 8% employer contributions
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 2 Volunteering days per year

The Director of Finance and Resources will receive an annual salary of £70,000 - £80,000. This role includes comprehensive benefits such as pension contributions, holiday entitlement, and opportunities for professional development. You will play a crucial role in shaping the financial and operational success of StreetGames.

Our mission is to provide sporting opportunities to disadvantaged communities, ensuring that everyone has the chance to enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle. We are a passionate team committed to making a difference.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for finance and a commitment to making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.

To apply for this role, you will need to first register your interest by submitting your CV. Your CV will only be used for information purposes and will not be relevant in the application process. You will then be emailed a response containing a link needed to answer some work-related questions. Our goal is to assess your approach to a problem and better understand what knowledge and skills you have. Your answers will be anonymised, randomised and reviewed by a diverse panel.

We also think giving feedback is incredibly valuable for candidates, so at the end of the process, you'll see how well you performed during the application process.

The closing date for applications is Friday 8th November 2024 at midday, and the deadline for submission of the work-related questions is Monday 11th November at midday.

If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to understand our process further, please contact

Similar roles include Finance Director, Chief Financial Officer, Head of Finance, Financial Controller, or Finance Manager.

Living in Oundle, Thrapston and the surrounding villages of North East Northamptonshire is very special. Volunteer Action is a local charity supporting local residents who may be elderly, unwell, disadvantaged or have disabilities. By providing services to these valuable members of the community, our aim is to maintain independence and improve the quality of their lives.

We are hiring an Operations Manager at Volunteer Action - 30 hours per week - £30k FTE.

If you are Interested in this role, some general criteria are:

General Operations Management experience (desired)

Strong communication skills

An understanding of budgetary management to support the development of the charity.

Confidence in using software packages such as the Microsoft suite.

Ability to use social media for promotion and marketing

A positive 'can do' attitude.

Job Title: Operations Manager

Accountable to: Chief Executive and Charity Manager (CE)

Job Purpose

This is a hands-on role, the purpose of which is to work with the staff to ensure that the Volunteer Action (VA) services are fully operational and delivering customer service excellence.

To co-ordinate and develop the volunteering programme to meet the demands of the services provided by VA to meet the Charity’s aims.

To support the development and management of all external communications, marketing and fundraising activities.

To work closely with the CE and deputise as and when required.

Key Responsibilities

Operations

a) Day to day supervision of office volunteers, including rota production

b) Ensure the databases are used accurately, kept up to date and maintained within GDPR guidelines

c) Ensure that day to day activities are executed professionally and economically

d) Ensure all administrative functions are completed effectively and in a timely fashion

e) Ensure all mandatory documentation is completed and accurate records are maintained

f) Identify and introduce continuous improvements to working procedures

g) Identify, develop and deliver training for staff and office volunteers as required

h) Ensure the office is manned optimally to meet the changing demands of the service including providing cover for holidays etc as required

i) Work with the team to ensure a co-ordinated message and optimise growth of all the Charity’s services, stepping in to assist where necessary

Volunteers

a) Actively source new volunteers, ensuring volunteering opportunities are available in line with VA’s aims and objectives

b) Ensure all information and application packs are up to date and accessible

c) Support the recruitment and training of all volunteers, actively maintain good relationships, monitor performance, obtain feedback and ensure appropriate recognition

d) Ensure compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service regulations, GDPR, Equality and Diversity policies

Information, Communication and Marketing

a) Support the production of content and assist in the distribution of the monthly communication to volunteers and the annual VA Newsletter arranging mail-outs to clients as required

b) Encourage use of our other services when communicating with members

c) Provide presentations as required to other organisations about volunteering programme

d) Attend or arrange events to promote the volunteering programme in the local communities (These meetings may be out of office hours)

e) Manage external communications, including website and social media

Deputising for the Chief Executive and Charity Manager

a) Work with, and send information to, other organisations who work with our client group on an ongoing planned basis, ensuring that the referral pathways are open and accessible

b) Represent VA at relevant meetings, including developing partnership working with organisations that have a common purpose or work with the client group

c) Support the CE in the preparation of evaluation documents and impact reports

d) Monitor and identify gaps in service and seek ways to bridge the gaps

e) Understand the funding mechanisms and support the CE in bids and fundraising events

f) Undertake any other tasks and duties that may reasonably be required in relation to the service

This is a new role giving you the opportunity and responsibility to build on our successful fundraising and extend our appeal to new donors as well as maintain our existing supporters. You will need demonstrable fundraising experience and the ability to work confidently as a strategic thinker and as a practical fundraiser. You will hit the ground running and come with strong ideas and skills to implement them.

As head of fundraising you will work closely with the CEO to grow charitable income and philanthropic support from governments, individuals, trusts and foundations, corporate companies and other areas. You will help her drive the charity's work forward and work closely with our project teams and see the direct impact of your efforts.

You will have developed your portfolio of fundraising skills over time within charities that work for social good and can demonstrate experiene in securing fundraising income particularly in securing five and six figure grants/donations. Experience of securing statutory funding will be essential. You will have experience of line managing junior fundraising staff and will be keen to develop your managerial responsibility.

You will be a confident and capable leader who will work with colleagues towards supporting an annual programme of circa £3m. This role is crucial to building the charity's long-term sustainability, with a focus on exploring innovative opportunities.

The role offers an exciting opportuinity for an experienced fundraising professional with a passion for tackling social problems particularly in child protection or related areas. It is a great opportunity to take the next step in your fundraising career and make an impact.

The charity is currently in a period of strategic review and over the coming years as our new strategy gets implemented and new projects are developed to widen our reach, the head of fundraising will develop a strong case for support and articulate the aims and impact of our work to funders. You will work with the CEO and the directors to turn this strategy into the growth that our work requires if we are to keep children safe from harm.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the vulnerable adults, children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We believe in creating a positive environment where our differences are respected and each of us feels valued for our contribution. Showing respect and consideration to all is part of our values and at the core of our culture.

As an inclusive employer, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, socioeconomic background, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibilities, marital status, nationality and disability including invisible disabilities and neurodiversity. As part of our safer recruitment process we actively remove bias from applications i.e applications are anonymised prior to sharing with the recruiting panel and equal opportunity monitoring forms are removed from applications on receipt and retained by HR for analysis reporting.

Trees for Cities is an independent, national charity that works with communities to plant and care for urban trees, helping to create greener and healthier cities across the UK and internationally for the last 30 years.

We are in a pivotal decade for environmental action, and our current strategy, The Turn of Trees (2022-25), is focused on engaging communities in climate action through the simple yet powerful act of tree planting. Looking ahead, our new strategy launching in 2025 will build on this momentum to create a social movement for tree equity - ensuring that all communities regardless of socioeconomic status, race, or geographic location have access to the benefits that trees provide, including cleaner air, cooler temperatures, improved mental health, and enhanced biodiversity.

The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Marketing & Digital Engagement to lead our efforts in inspiring, engaging, and empowering communities, volunteers, and supporters across the UK. This is a critical new role, focused on implementing and operationalising our new strategy, enhancing our reach, and building the foundations for our future growth. The role offers the opportunity to lead the development of Trees for Cities’ first national digital engagement strategy, ensuring we build strong connections with communities and supporters through creative campaigns and digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of our first national digital engagement strategy, driving public awareness and support for urban trees.
• Inspire and mobilise communities and supporters through innovative campaigns that highlight the benefits of tree planting and urban greening.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure the successful implementation of our organisational strategy, enhancing our digital presence to extend our reach.
• Oversee a talented marketing and engagement team, providing leadership, direction, and fresh ideas to foster growth and deepen our connections.
• Act as a senior voice in the organisation, influencing decision-making and shaping the future direction of Trees for Cities.

About You
We are looking for an experienced marketing leader with a passion for the environment and community engagement. You will have a proven track record of developing and implementing successful digital engagement strategies, and experience leading creative campaigns that inspire action – this could be within a charity or a wider commercial setting. You will be an excellent communicator, capable of influencing at a senior level, and able to bring fresh perspectives to the organisation.

Why Join Us?
At Trees for Cities, we pride ourselves on our warm, inclusive, and vibrant work culture. Our team is deeply motivated by the cause, and we are committed to supporting each other as we work towards a greener, healthier future. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation making a tangible difference in urban environments and communities across the UK.

If you are passionate about mobilising social action and inspiring change, and have the skills and experience to lead our marketing and digital engagement efforts, we’d love to hear from you.

To learn more about the role and organisation, including how to have an informal conversation about the opportunity and apply, please download the full appointment brief.

Closing date: 17 November 2024

Panel Interview Dates: 2 December and then 9 December 2024

Reporting to: West Africa Regional Finance Manager  
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week 
Principal Location: Monrovia, Liberia, with frequent travel to regional office / project sites. 
Time Frame: 18 months renewable contract envisaged  
Salary: $40-50k per annum, dependant on experience 

Background:

Street Child believes every child deserves to go to school and learn. Our projects focus on education, child protection, and livelihood support to address the social, economic, and structural issues underpinning today’s education crisis. We partner with local organizations and communities to deliver our locally rooted programs. We use evidence to drive learning and the refinement and scale-up of programs to create maximum impact for most children at the lowest cost. We pride ourselves on being willing to go to the world’s most challenging places where others won’t, including remote, hard-to-reach areas and fragile, disaster-affected states across sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Since 2008 we have helped over 1 million children go to school and learn and supported over 50,000 families to set up businesses to afford the cost of educating their children. 

Part 1: Role Purpose: 

The purpose of this role is to lead improvements in the financial management of Street Child’s partner, Street Child of Liberia (SCoL), a national education and child protection organisation with nationwide presence and annual budget of up to $1m. The role holder will also manage Street Child’s financial reporting and compliance requirements in delivering programmes in Liberia. 

The role will report to Street Child’s West Africa Regional Finance Manager, with oversight of Street Child of Liberia’s finance team, and a close working relationship with SCoL SMT, Street Child’s Freetown based Head of Sierra Leone / Liberia Programmes and Monrovia based Programmes Officer.

The role provides financial oversight of programmes in Liberia, facilitating accurate and timely donor reporting, strong budget management and excellent record keeping. Key aspects of this role include: improve financial management and reporting systems; ensure a strong control environment and maintain strong record keeping; empower programmes and leadership teams to have strong financial management and grant management capabilities. The role also serves as a link between Street Child of Liberia and Street Child UK, delivering monthly requisitions, annual budget information and other information as required, with scope to extend support across Street Child’s regional programmes portfolio as required. 

Part 2: Key Responsibilities: 

1) Ensure robust financial management and reporting systems to facilitate accurate donor reporting, strong budget management and transparency for budgeting (40%) 

• Ensure that all staff are using the QuickBooks finance system in place at Street Child of Liberia to provide accurate and timely recording of transactions – providing training, review, support and direct input as needed. 

• Ensure that all month end processes are carried out in a timely manner including month end closure processes, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and generating reports 

• Providing reliable donor reports, Budget vs Actual reports to the Director and Programmes staff to facilitate good planning and anticipation of any changes needed to programmes delivery. 

• Ensure that donor expenditure is recorded accurately and finance reports are of high quality with full supporting transaction listings reconciled to the finance system and delivered to deadlines in accordance donor requirements. Report on all costs incurred both at Street Child of Liberia and Street Child HQ. 

• Preparation of all donor reports, working with Partner Finance team and programmes staff as needed to ensure that they are delivered on time and with appropriate sign off. 

• Support donor due diligence and donor audits by provision of information required. 

• Provide input as necessary for all donor budget proposals, ensuring that costs requested are complete and reasonable seek approval for all donor proposal budgets before they are submitted to donors 

• Facilitate the year end audit, over-setting the end to end of the annual audit process. 

2) Strengthening the control environment and record keeping (30%) 

• Review and assess the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend changes and improvements as required , and review any improvements in internal controls recommended by auditors or donors. 

• Work with colleagues to devise a delivery plan to ensure that improvements are met, and support the delivery of that plan. 

• Strong financial procedures are in place to accompany all payments and improvements are made to the payments system including in particular justifying the use of cash and advances. 

• Ensure appropriate bank & cash management procedures are in place and operating effectively, including bank reconciliations for all accounts, cash counts and cash transfers to field sites. 

• Ensure robust procurement processes are in place and being followed, working with the procurement team to make any changes needed and ensure that all staff are clear on the required procurement process. 

• Developing Financial management tools, including policies and procedures as required. 

• Ensure that monthly requisitions (the process for requesting monthly transfers from HQ) are robust, evidence based and submitted on time each month. 

• upcoming up with an annual budget, approved in accordance with SC budget timetable, working with the Senior West Africa Finance Manager to develop consistent templates to use in each template. 

• Regularly advise and provide support on other issues as the need arises. 

3) Participate in finance related meetings and initiatives for all SCoL programmes, providing budget and financial guidance, including provision of training to colleagues (10%) 

• To ensure the smooth-running of the programme with respect to its financial obligations. 

• Compliance with the organisational procedures; quality of budget monitoring; quality of the budgets drawn up; quality of financial reports for donors; anticipation of financial problems. 

• Provide BVAs every month by the 10th of M+1 of all contracts. 

• Plan and lead the BVA analysis meetings every month before the 15th. 

• Ensure coherency between the programme budget and the donors' budgets. 

• Procedures so as to ensure a realistic budget, accurate expenditure codification and robust budgetary steering. 

• Draw up and monitor cost allocation tables for office and staff costs. 

• Conduct the monthly, bi-annual and annual accounts closing operations · Raise programme teams' awareness of contractual budget and financial obligations. 

• Analyse donor guidelines and inform the teams about these procedures and their application. 

• Train programme teams in internal budget and financial management. 

• Check the budgetary monitoring of the funding schedule. 

• Substantiate the financial accounts with regard to local legislation.

• Monitor and organise internal and external audits, assume the role of the auditor's primary contact in liaison with head office. 

4) Working with the finance team (10%) 

• Train the finance team. 

• Set up communication and coordination mechanisms for the team. 

• Manage contractual monitoring (leave, end of trial periods, etc.) of finance team members; if necessary, co-validate disciplinary procedures with Operations Manager. 

• Oversee finance team's career development: define training needs and provide guidance on professional development. 

5) A liaison and link with Street Child UK Finance team to enable management of operations in Liberia (10%) 

• Develop the annual budget for Liberia, which includes costs budget, programmes costs, cash flow forecasting. 

• Enter Street Child of Liberia costs on the HQ finance system (Aqilla) and ensure that all monthly transfers to Street Child of Liberia are fully accounted for and reconciled. 

Part 3: Person Specification

Attributes / Education / Qualifications 

Essential: 

• Educated to degree level or higher 

• Recognised Accountancy Qualifications 

Desirable: 

• Degree in International Business Administration, finance or related field; or attendance at specific relevant training courses 

Attributes / Experience & Knowledge 

Essential: 

• 5 years post qualification experience

• Experience of implementing internal controls and finance procedures 

• Experience of managing multi donor grants and good knowledge of donor compliance rules and requirements – in particular working with DFID, UN, EU, USAID 

Desirable: 

• Knowledge of development issues and concepts 

Attributes / Skills / Abilities

Essential: 

• Extensive knowledge of finance & logistics policy within non-governmental organizations 

• Knowledge of computer applications and software finance packages –in particular Quickbooks and Aqilla or other “mid-tier” finance system 

Desirable: 

• System design and implementation of finance software packages 

Attributes / Other 

Essential: 

• Strong interpersonal, management and team work skills

• Ability to influence change in teams not directly managed 

• A self-starter, capable of working independently and flexibly to a high level

• Fluent English –written and spoken 

Desirable: 

• Good communication and staff training / capacity building skills