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Are you ready for a new, exciting opportunity to further develop your career in the charity sector? Join our dynamic team at Street League and make a real difference in the lives of young people across the UK!
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Trust Manager. The role is an integral part of Street League’s Commercial Team and will play a key role in prospecting, developing engagement, making funding applications and stewarding relationships with trusts and foundations, supporting Street League’s work to give young people across England and Scotland a brighter future through secure employment.
Here at Street League, sport is at the heart of what we do and is what makes us successful. We support young people holistically, recognising the inextricable links between wellbeing, health, and employment.
Role:
This is a new post introduced as part of Street League’s strategy for 2024-2027, which has growth at its heart. You will be an integral member of Street League’s philanthropy team which is responsible for raising £3m+ annually from trusts, foundations and major donors. Managed by the Head of Major Giving and working closely with our existing Trusts Manager, you will take a leading role in identifying new trust and foundation opportunities for Street League. You will develop new trust and foundation relationships, growing Street League’s income through compelling proposals. You will also manage a portfolio of existing trust and foundation supporters, building strong relationships and enabling our donors to see first-hand the difference their support is making.
Key details:
Salary: £40,016
Work pattern: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm (36.25 hours per week). Please note that we will also consider part-time, flexible hours or a job share.
Location: Hybrid with 1-2 days per week in Street League's London office (Victoria)
Contract: Permanent
Don't miss this chance to be a part of our mission and help change the game for young people in the UK.
To apply for this role, please submit your application via our online application site by clicking the link below where you will also find the Job Description and Person Specification.
Closing date for applications is Monday 28th October 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Pembroke College
Founded in 1624, Pembroke College is a historic college within the University of Oxford, situated in the city centre. The college is known for its close-knit community, set against a backdrop of beautiful architecture and has a commitment to academic excellence. For 400 years, the college has been a catalyst of innovation, imagination, and vision. Since its founding by Thomas Tesdale, philanthropic support from alumni and friends has been essential in advancing the college's mission of academic excellence.
Role overview
The Development Officer role focuses on securing support from a broad base of alumni and other supporters. This entails securing both one-off and regular donations and promoting Pembroke’s programme of legacy giving. The post-holder reports to the Development Manager and works closely with that role to identify those alumni with the capacity and propensity to give more over time.
The main duties to be carried out by the post-holder include Regular Giving, Stewardship, Legacies and Internal Collaboration. Full details of the role can be found in the job description.
Benefits
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Membership of the University pension scheme
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Free lunches during working hours
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Discounted travel pass and cycle-to-work scheme
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Access to Employee Assistance Programme
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Training and professional development opportunities
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness they're likely to die from.
We want a different society than the one we live in now. Our mission for the next five years is to close the gap in the number of people missing out on what they need at the end-of-life, through 3 ways:
- Growing and transforming our direct care and support
- Delivering more practical information and support
- Leading in shaping the end-of-life experience
This is a senior role within our People & Organisational Development directorate. Reporting to the Associate Director, People Operations you will play a key role in supporting Marie Curie's 5-year strategy by enabling employees to focus their time on patients and services by implementing efficient, prompt, automated and human-focused processes across data, systems, administration, payroll and audit.
Your Role:
- Overall Direction and Development: Leading the payroll team, you will ensure efficient and accurate payroll processing.
- Strategic Planning: You will have the opportunity to develop and execute payroll strategies to align with organisational goals.
- Compliance: You will ensure adherence to all payroll-related financial, legal and corporate compliance requirements.
- Leading and driving improvement. You will understand organisational impacts and create and encourage a culture of continuous improvement.
Additional Criteria for Success:
- Proven track record in payroll management, preferably in a large and complex organisation (e.g. commercial, audited environments private or public sector). This should include operational management of service delivery to a diverse customer base.
- Strong payroll legislation knowledge.Including payroll laws and regulations, tax compliance, pensions, statutory payments and employment law. Associated audit and risk experience is a must.
- Payroll systems expertise. Highly proficient with payroll software (Oracle and/or Zellis is highly desirable). Advanced Excel is additionally required.
- Demonstrable experience managing and developing a team, with strong performance management and coaching/development skills.
- Project management experience. Proven achievements in leading payroll-related projects, such as systems implementations or process improvements.
- Strong ability to identify, assess and solve payroll-related issues with a proactive and strategic approach.
- Results oriented with a positive outlook, high level of motivation, enthusiasm and dedication to the mission and goals of Marie Curie.
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 pa dependent on skills, knowledge and experience.
Location: Home-based within the UK, with ad-hoc travel to London and Birmingham required.
Application & Interview Process
As part of your online application please submit your CV plus a cover letter outlining your interest in/suitability for the role.
Close Date: Sun 20th October
Benefits you'll LOVE:
* Flexible working. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
* 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
* Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
* Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
* Continuous professional development opportunities. We can consider financial support for HR/payroll-related qualifications for this role.
* Industry-leading training programmes
* Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
* Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
* Access to Blue Light Card membership
* Subsidised Eye Care
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please find our contact details on our website.
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WECare is seeking a Marketing Manager to lead the strategic direction of our digital marketing efforts. In this role, you will drive engagement, increase visibility, and support our mission by analyzing trends and crafting campaigns that align with our goals. You will oversee day-to-day digital marketing activities, contribute to major campaigns, and enhance our digital presence to meet and exceed targets, playing a key part in shaping WECare’s future marketing strategies.
The position is available for part-time (2-3 days a week) or full-time.
Who we are:
WECare Worldwide is a UK and Sri Lankan registered charity set up by veterinary surgeon Janey Lowes. Our mission is to provide international standard veterinary care for less fortunate animals around the world, starting in Sri Lanka. The WECare Team is made up of passionate, dedicated and brilliant individuals who know how to work hard and enjoy ourselves while we do it. We aim to change the outlook for street dogs worldwide, with 75% of the globe’s dog population going without access to healthcare. We want to plug that gap and provide them with a whole lot of love while we do it!
Key Attributes:
- At least five years of marketing management experience, with a strong focus on digital marketing strategies, SEO, and campaign analytics.
- Proven ability to work in fast-paced, high-stress environments while maintaining a positive, can-do attitude.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a passion for telling WECare’s story.
- Flexible and adaptable, willing to take on challenges and operate in unpredictable situations.
- Part-time contract option available for the role
Key responsibilities:
1. Strategic Planning & Development
- Lead the overall strategic direction for WECare’s digital marketing, focusing on long-term growth and engagement.
- Develop and oversee comprehensive marketing strategies and communication plans to increase awareness and supporter engagement.
- Conduct audience and market research to shape targeted campaigns and forecast future marketing opportunities.
- Collaborate with teams across fundraising, social media, and external partners to ensure cohesive execution of digital strategies.
- Monitor and analyse digital marketing performance using data-driven insights to inform adjustments and future strategies.
2. Digital Marketing & Analysis
- Drive WECare’s digital growth by leading SEO, social media, email marketing, and online advertising initiatives.
- Oversee the management of WECare’s digital platforms, ensuring they are aligned with organisational goals and effectively engaging target audiences.
- Analyse data from digital marketing campaigns to optimise performance and inform strategic direction.
- Implement advertising campaigns (Google Ad Grants, paid social media) to attract new supporters and grow WECare’s international reach.
- Support the Fundraising department in developing and improving donor development initiatives, (such as supporter journeys) fostering lasting relationships through platforms like Mailchimp and HubSpot CRM.
3. Content Oversight & Campaign Management
- Oversee the creation of content (written, visual, multimedia) by internal teams and external partners, ensuring it aligns with WECare’s messaging and goals.
- Act as a strategic guide for content creation, focusing on maintaining consistency and supporting overall digital strategies.
- Ensure content supports broader marketing and fundraising goals while delegating day-to-day content creation to team members and creative professionals.
- Lead the planning and management of major digital marketing campaigns, working closely with relevant teams to ensure success.
4. Partnership & Community Engagement
- Identify and cultivate relationships with sponsors, partners, and local communities to strengthen WECare's support network.
- Support the organisation and promotion of key events, securing sponsorships and partnerships to enhance visibility.
- Lead outreach to the local and international community, promoting responsible animal care and building support for WECare’s mission.
5. Performance & Reporting
- Track and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing efforts, providing insights into performance and areas for improvement.
- Ensure that all marketing activities are cost-effective and within budget.
- Review marketing tools, platforms, and technologies regularly to ensure they align with WECare's needs and growth plans.
WECare is a vet and nurse run charity providing high standard veterinary care to the millions of roaming dogs in Sri Lanka in need of vet care.
Join Our Team as our new Finance Manager!
Are you a talented and motivated qualified accountant looking to make a meaningful impact?
Based in Eastcote, our charity provides crucial support to ADHD/autistic individuals, their families, and professionals, fostering neurodiverse-aware communities.
About the Role:
As Finance Manager, you will be at the heart of our charity’s operations, ensuring the smooth delivery of finance, resource, monitoring, HR, and contracting functions. Reporting to the Finance Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in our management team, supporting over 30 staff and managing the Finance and Monitoring Assistant and Office Assistant. Your work will underpin the 11,000+ instances of support we provide each year.
What You’ll Do:
Lead Financial Operations: Prepare and present monthly and quarterly accounts, support annual budgeting and audits, and manage day-to-day financial activities.
Enhance Resource Management: Oversee IT and phone systems, provide first-line IT support, and manage charity assets and resources.
Drive Monitoring and Reporting: Ensure accurate data, produce insightful monitoring reports, and support impact evaluation for fundraising.
Streamline HR and Payroll: Manage onboarding/offboarding processes, ensure compliance with recruitment policies, and oversee the monthly payroll.
Why Join Us?
Make a Difference: Contribute to the well-being of neurodivergent individuals and their families.
Supportive Environment: Be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that is passionate about our cause.
Professional Growth: Opportunity to advance your career in a senior finance role within a dynamic charity.
If you’re ready to bring your expertise and enthusiasm to a role where you can truly make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Terms
The role will be based in our office in Eastcote for 3 days per week, with the possibility for home working for the remainder of the time.
Salary: c. £41k FTE. Note the salary listed is a full time equivalent salary based on 35hrs per week, so actual salary will vary depending on hours agreed.
Hours: Part time 21-28hours per week to suit the candidate. Reduced hours available in the school holidays if desired
Terms: Permanent role
Additional project work may be available on an ad-hoc basis. Flexible hours, evening and weekend work may be required, and the work pattern may vary each week.
Job Summary
CAAS provide an ADHD and Autism Support Service for the 8 boroughs of NW London, from our base in Eastcote, with a team of Support Workers. Our work includes offering information, advice, and support to ADHD / autistic people, their families, and professionals in NW London, with the aim of improving quality of life and developing neurodiverse-aware communities. Some of the support is offered through one2one meetings, some of the support is provided through groups and courses which aim to increase understanding and awareness, and provide opportunities for peer support, and some of the support is offered through training and workshops to educate professionals and drive for accommodations to be made to services to allow greater access for our client group.
As Finance Manager you will report to and work closely with the Finance Director and have responsibility for the operational delivery of the finance, resource, monitoring, HR and contracting work streams within the charity. The role sits within the management group at CAAS, alongside the Youth, Adult and Family Service managers and the Client Programmes Director and manages the Finance and Monitoring Assistant and the Office Assistant.
The Finance Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the infrastructure and operational delivery at the charity are effective for the more than 30 staff we employ, and the more than 11,000 instances of support we provide each year. Therefore, we are looking for a capable, calm, self-motivated, organised and hard-working accountant who is looking to move into a senior finance role, from any commercial, statutory or charitable background.
The role requires strong organisation skills, excellent communication skills, experience of management accounting and reporting, and an understanding of HR and payroll operations. You will ideally have some line management or project management experience to draw on in this role. Ultimately you will have the drive to ensure that everyone who works for us, and everyone who seeks support from us, has the best possible experience.
There is no requirement for any experience of, or understanding of ADHD / autistic individuals, as we will provide training on the conditions. A genuine acceptance of diversity and a keenness to make an impact are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Management and Reporting
· Prepare accurate, timely and well controlled and documented monthly and quarterly accounts. Share the outcomes of your reviews with the Finance Director, and ensure the accounts are reported in an meaningful way.
· Support in the preparation of Trustee reporting
· Support in the preparation and audit of the annual statutory accounts.
· Support with the annual budget and periodic reforecast processes to ensure the timely and appropriate provision of information to facilitate necessary adjustments to operational activity and appropriate decision making around cash investments.
· Ensure processes and procedures are carried out on a timely and effective basis to ensure financial policies and procedures are adhered to, and any control weaknesses mitigated and improvement plans in place
· Maintain records to ensure accurate restricted and unrestricted fund allocation.
· Be accountable for operating effective controls and oversight regarding contracts with freelancers, volunteers or other suppliers
· Deliver all day-to-day finance and cash management operations, scheduling, tracking and fulfilling invoices and payments, providing accurate bookkeeping, approving payment runs and reconciled balance sheets, detailed records re credit card and other payment platforms, and generally work to use and improve the financial systems in place to ensure the charity’s overall stability and sustainability.
· Review and update funder schedule allocations, ensuring invoices raised on time and costs allocated correctly.
· Review and approve Customer and Supplier invoices, review of month end information from finance team. Creation and posting of month end journals, reviewing the month end accounts to budget and analysing any discrepancies.
· Supporting the Finance Director and CEO on adhoc reports or analysis
· As a member of the management group participate in cross team working meetings and management meetings, and build relationships with the other members of the management group such that you become an integral support resource to them as they deliver for our clients.
Resource & IT Management
· Hold responsibility for arranging and maintaining the charity IT and phone hardware and software
· Act as first line IT support for charity staff
· Hold the relationship with the external IT provider and liaise to ensure appropriate on and off boarding and security arrangements.
· Manage our internal personnel and H&S support programmes, such as our EAP provider, our training providers and our office maintenance systems.
· Maintain the charity asset register, and complete the necessary operational tasks to ensure the charity is appropriately resourced to provide effective infrastructure backdrop for our staff.
Monitoring Management, Reporting and Impact Evaluation
· Carry out the necessary regular reviews and support so that our CRM records are complete and accurate in respect of work performed, and prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly and annual monitoring reports internally.
· Prepare monitoring reports for funders on quarterly basis as and when required
· Ensure best practice in monitoring collection and evaluation, including managing GDPR processes, creating appropriate forms, and communicating deadlines and requirements to all staff.
· Operate as the internal first line of support for our CRM system and consequent monitoring reporting tools, to ensure they are accurate, regularly reviewed and procedures documented and continuously improved.
· Prepare impact and distance travelled statistics for our external communications, to support our fundraising efforts.
HR and Payroll Operations
· Deliver on the necessary onboarding and offboarding processes for staff, including complying with on our safer recruitment requirements, creating contracts and contract variation letters, supporting staff with timesheets and other records of work, carrying out pension operations and supporting with interview arrangements.
· Carry out the delivery of the monthly payroll process, including preparation and review of the payroll files, carrying out calculations around overtime pay etc, providing an accurate and well controlled process, and enabling payments to be made on the pay date each month. Processing the payroll journals on a monthly basis
Other Responsibilities
To carry out other tasks appropriate to the post and as agreed with the CEO
To actively participate and undertake training and development of self and others.
To comply with the H&S, EDI, data protection and code of conduct standards expected within the organisation
Please note job descriptions only reflect 80% of a role and are not an exhaustive list of duties. You are expected to carry out other activities within the scope of the role.
Person Specification - Essential
· Fully qualified accountant: eg ACA, ACCA, CIMA, with proven financial management knowledge and experience
· Strong business acumen: with the ability to analyse and drive the performance of commercial, operational and income generation functions
· Excellent Organisational and Leadership Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with high attention to detail, crucial for handling a demanding workload and managing a busy team
· Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of representing the organisation effectively both internally and externally, at all levels including developing a close relationship with the management group, preparing reports for the SLT, communicating financial and monitoring information to staff and offering insights to the finance and admin team.
· Tech Proficiency: Skilled in using computer software such as CRM systems, Finance systems, Microsoft Office Suite and Phone Management Systems as well as be able to manage IT onboarding and admin requirements around computer hardware
· Adaptability and Probity: Capable of adjusting to changing priorities and managing a variety of tasks efficiently. High level of personal integrity and commitment to ‘doing the right thing’.
· Interpersonal Skills: Warm and welcoming demeanour, capable of active listening and using neuro-affirmative language to support inclusive communication.
Person Specification - Desirable
· Natural Leader: experience of working as a team leader, with responsibility for more junior staff, or for managing complex projects
· Knowledge of Charity accounting: previous experience of working in a charity, or with restricted income streams or under FRS102
· Training in GDPR and Data Protection: Formal training or certification in data protection and GDPR.
· Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours if required to meet organisational needs.
· Commitment to Continuous Learning: Demonstrated interest in personal and professional development, particularly in areas relevant to the role.
Equal Opportunities
CAAS recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equity and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds, including applications from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority communities, people who identify as having a disability, and LGB+, Trans and non-binary candidates.
We also recognise the value of flexible working, so will consider different types of flexibility (such as term time, annualised or compressed hours, and a minimum requirement of 60% working in the office for all staff), as well as the possibility of offering the role on a job share basis.
CAAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure.
To Apply
PLEASE NOTE WE WILL NOT ACCEPT CVS INSTEAD OF APPLICATION FORMS. TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE, YOU MUST FILL IN THE APPLICATION FORM ON THE VACANCIES PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE BY 10AM ON MONDAY 4TH NOVEMBER
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About us
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Pro Bono Economics (PBE), an organisation that prides itself on its flexible working environment, culture of learning, focus on employee wellbeing and the strength of our employee relationships. PBE offers a strong benefits package, opportunities for development and a team working at the top of their game.
PBE’s mission is to end low personal wellbeing in the UK. We do this by helping charities and social enterprises understand their economic and social impact, so they can improve their overall effectiveness. We enable professional economists from the private and public sectors as well as academia to volunteer their skills to tackle some of the most pressing issues in society. We have worked with over 500 charities since our inception in 2009.
Having successfully delivered a major programme of groundbreaking work on the condition of the charity sector in the form of the Law Family Commission on Civil Society at the start of 2023, PBE is entering a new phase in its development. Building on its growing research and policy expertise and its strong association with the social sector, the organisation is taking a bottom-up and top-down approach to exploring, understanding, and tackling the causes and consequences of low personal wellbeing in the UK that uses the insights and perspectives of charities and community groups as a unique jumping off point. PBE is focused on delivering high quality research that both translates into real policy and practice impacts for people with low wellbeing and supports a more effective social sector to help deliver that change.
About the role
The Head of Fundraising will be responsible for executing Pro Bono Economics’ (PBE) fundraising strategy under the Director of Development’s guidance. This role focuses on increasing and diversifying income through building relationships with trusts, foundations, corporates, and high-net-worth individuals, while also securing funding for specific research projects in collaboration with the research team. The role includes managing donor engagement, overseeing grant applications, leading a small team, and ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations, all while maintaining operational oversight of the fundraising department.
Post type: Full-time, Permanent, hybrid working
Staff Benefits
- 28 day annual leave per year (excluding bank holidays)
- 7% employer pension contributions
- Group life assurance scheme and sickness cover
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced parental leave policy
- Generous personal development budget
- Discounted university gym membership
- A flexible work environment committed to employee wellbeing
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Fundraising strategy implementation: Deliver PBE’s multi-year fundraising strategy to expand and diversify income from major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners and research institutions
- New business development: Identify and secure new funding opportunities, focusing on building sustainable partnerships.
- Research support: Collaborate with the research team to identify funding for specific research projects and submit tailored grant proposals.
- Donor engagement: Steward relationships with existing donors, ensuring renewals and funding upgrades.
- Bid writing & reports: Develop and write compelling grant applications, case for support documents and reports which communicate PBE’s services and research programmes.
- Departmental leadership: Support the Director of Development in managing budgets, resources, and a fundraising officer, ensuring team efficiency and future planning.
- Regulatory compliance: Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and policies, including GDPR and safeguarding.
About you
Report directly to the Director of Development, the Head of Fundraising will have the following experience and skills.
Experience
- You have senior fundraising experience across a broad mix of income streams, a talent for building partnerships, bid writing and a strategic mindset.
- Experience working with research-driven organisations is a plus, as is familiarity with CRM systems like Salesforce.
- You are happy to roll up your sleeves and spend as much time focused on immediate management and income priorities as you are on strategy and ideation.
- Will be suited to a senior fundraiser looking for their first Heads of role or someone who has already taken that step.
- A strong commitment to PBE’s internal culture of inquisitiveness, generosity, honesty and respect.
Skills/Competencies
Ideal characteristics
- Fundraising expertise: Proven experience in securing multi-year funding from trusts, foundations, corporates, and high-net-worth individuals.
- Grant writing: Strong ability to develop persuasive funding applications and project reports.
- Relationship management: Excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of managing donor relationships and securing renewals.
- Research funding knowledge: Ability to work closely with the research team to identify and secure funding for specific research projects.
- Project management: Ability to deliver complex projects on time, set priorities, and manage resources effectively.
- Team leadership: Experience managing teams, fostering development, and making resourcing decisions.
Core competencies
- Strategic thinking: Experience executing strategies that align with organizational goals.
- Communication: Exceptional writing and presentation skills, adaptable to different audiences.
- Attention to detail: Commitment to quality and precision in both written work and fundraising operations.
- Collaborative approach: Ability to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving organisation, responding to new opportunities.
Desirable characteristics
- Experience working within research-driven organisations.
- Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce preferred).
- An eye for detail and a strong dedication to quality.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines, alongside an ability to work collaboratively in a small team.
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 see PBEs website
Please note that PBE does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to provide work sponsorship visas for this role.
As part of the interview process, you will be required to complete a pre-interview task or presentation. Further details will be provided in due course
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position: Policy Manager (Health and Care)
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £43,342 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 3*, Profession/Technical
*you will start at our entry point salary of £43,342 per annum, increasing to £46,051 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £48,760 after a further 6 months.
About us
We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.
Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.
Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.
Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.
About this job
We’re looking for an experienced policy professional to join our Policy and Evidence team to lead our impactful health and care policy activity. You’ll lead a high-performing team operating at the heart of a friendly and supportive directorate with an excellent track record of influencing policy change. Working across a large and varied portfolio, you’ll take the lead in developing and leading our policy positions, campaigns and influencing programmes.
We have strong relationships across the charity, clinical, and governmental sectors. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate closely with external partners as a thought leader on major issues like access to treatments and neurology services, mental health, community rehabilitation, and support for carers.
You’ll have a central leadership role across the team in ensuring that our policy work is built around strong evidence, informed by and developed with people living with MS, and drives impactful change.
Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Wednesday 30 October
Interested?
PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Equal Opportunities
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.
We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.
Disability Confident Employer
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.
You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.
If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.
More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to):
Encouraging work life balance
- 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
- More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
- Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
- Flexible working options
Caring for you and your family
- Generous sick pay entitlement
- More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment
- Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year
- Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis
- Enhanced leave for new parents
- Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
- Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
- 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service scheme
- New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
- In the event of miscarriage or still birth
- To support fertility treatments
- For antenatal appointments for both parents
Thinking about your finances
- Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
- Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
- New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing
Enriching your life at work
- Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
- Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
- New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely
- Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups)
- Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community)
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal
Safeguarding
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.
This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.
We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.
We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.
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Prospectus is excited to be supporting Royal School of Dance, the global leader in dance education and training, for a Head of Major Gifts.
RAD’s mission is to promote the art of dance and ensure its development through diverse and inclusive dance, ultimately enriching lives and transforming communities through dance. With its global headquarters in Battersea, London, the RAD has a presence in 85 countries and 36 offices around the world.
The Head of Major Gifts leads the development and stewardship of their major donors. A key part of the role is to steward major donors including delivering an engagement programme with individuals who have the capacity to give 5-6 figure gifts as well as developing their new Artistic Director’s Circle, project syndicates and our annual Patron’s programme.
The role will work with the Director of Development to devise, develop and implement the major giving strategy, and ensure annual income targets are met by delivering on individual and team targets.
This is a 12-month maternity contract role. The salary will be £45- £50k and will consist of a hybrid working environment.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Flora at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
To apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The organisation:
We are excited to be working with an inspiring international development charity to find them a Head of Fundraising on an interim basis, with the potential to become permanent. This is a hands on role, working to grow income across a major donor, trust and corporate portfolio.
You will be responsible for:
- Manage and increase a portfolio of Major Donors, Trusts and Foundations, and Corporates who have awarded grants to the charity in the past
- Explore innovative methods to enhance current relationships and sustain the existing donor pipeline
- Collaborate with the Programmes Team to develop engaging proposals for current donors and broaden the charity’s reach to new supporters
- Supervise the processing of large donations, ensuring that all administrative steps comply with regulations and best practices, and are executed promptly
- Work with the Marketing and Events Team to maintain alignment in all digital communications, marketing initiatives, and fundraising appeals
- Organize and participate in donor-specific trips to nurture and strengthen existing relationships.
- Support the CEO in mentoring and managing junior staff involved in fundraising and related functions, eventually overseeing one or two direct reports.
Person specification:
- Experienced fundraiser with a track record of securing 5 and 6 figure gifts
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational abilities with keen attention to detail and capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Creative and persuasive skills for designing innovative fundraising initiatives
- Presence and self-assurance to engage with high-profile individuals effectively
- Capacity to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced entrepreneurial setting with a small team and limited resources
- Proven experience as a lead fundraiser in a charity, ideally with a focus on international charities or projects in developing countries
What's on offer:
This role is offering a salary of £50,000 - £60,000, with flexible working arrangements offered. This is a fast moving role and applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Engagement & Activities Coordinator
We are seeking to recruit a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join a Learning Disabilities team as an Engagement & Activities Coordinator working within Supported Living Services across Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside and South Tyneside.
Position: Engagement & Activities Coordinator
Location: Newcastle, NE3 3LZ, with travel to services across Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside & South Tyneside
Job type: Permanent, full-time - 37.5hr per week
Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 (dependant on experience)
Closing date: Friday 8th November 2024 at 5pm. We reserve the right to close this ad earlier should we see a high number of suitable candidates apply
Requirements: A valid driving licence and access to a car with the ability to travel between services in Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside & South Tyneside.
About the role:
The purpose of this role is to provide engagement co-ordination of all communication and activities to support the future development of the service.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Provide coordination and administrative support for Communications and Engagement projects across Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, and South Tyneside.
- Manage events, including planning engagement activities for clients and colleagues.
- Implement recruitment initiatives using social media, print, and outdoor spaces, with client involvement.
- Support colleague engagement through surveys and feedback.
- Collaborate with the Communications Team on campaign planning for the department.
- Create, edit, and publish news stories and content across various communication channels.
- Produce website content, such as case studies and news stories.
- Organise and execute inclusive events, including venue logistics, budgeting, and vendor management.
- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers or staff for event support.
- Evaluate activities and events through participant feedback to improve future initiatives.
- Build partnerships with local organisations to enhance activity offerings.
- Develop promotional materials and use multiple platforms, including social media, for event marketing.
- Handle event-related issues to ensure safety and satisfaction.
- Manage tasks, ensuring timely updates and reports on projects.
- Maintain contact lists and manage communications, including weekly updates.
- Analyse and present data in various formats and ensure processes are followed for proper documentation.
About You:
We are looking for a dynamic person to join a caring, enthusiastic, and dynamic Team across. Focusing on the engagement and activities for the people supported. You will have the following key attributes:
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Initiative-taking approach to problem solving and ability to work under pressure and own initiative.
- Experience in developing professional relationships with others.
- Ability to extract, collate and present data.
- IT literate with strong MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint and social media or marketing skills.You will be required to register as the manager with CQC. Full support will be given to achieve this within 6 months.
Other roles you may have experience with could include: Activity Development Worker, Activity Development Leader, Senior Club Leader, Club Leader, Engagement Coordinator, Community Engagement Officer, Community Engagement Lead, Activities Worker, etc.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This Autumn, we are building on the success of our first three waves of Ambassadors programmes to work with over 400 young people in sixteen state schools within the London area. This enables us to test the design and sustainability of our programme further before opening it up to young people and schools across the UK.
We are searching for someone excited by the prospect of seeing how far we can develop and deepen the narrative of environmental education in schools and who has the contacts to help us partner with exciting people and organisations making real change for future generations.
You will be a dynamic and experienced professional who loves designing innovative and real experiences for young people who care about the future of our planet and want to learn more by joining our Ambassador Programme and going on a one-year journey with their school and us.
You will also be committed to gathering truly diverse thought and pedagogical insight, bringing people and ideas together into robust curriculum design. Working closely with key team members across the organisation, the Curriculum Curator will ensure our curriculum and content are exciting, ambitious, inclusive and relevant for the young people we work with!
Responsibilities
At Bertha Earth, all of our programmes are underpinned by our five key pillars of environmental leadership, activism, storytelling, nature connection and self-care.
The overall responsibility of the Curriculum Consultant will be to spearhead the design of a strong, values-driven and age-appropriate curriculum across all our programmes. Championing this within the organisation, their significant knowledge and experience will ensure it is the iterative and collaborative beating heart of our programmes.
Other responsibilities will include:
Culture & ethos
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Model and support the ethos and culture of the organisation
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Contribute to the value-driven ethos of the organisation
Curriculum
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Lead content review meetings with our facilitators and delivery partners to get the best from people, capturing learnings from delivery for future curriculum design.
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Ensure the voices of young people are brought into our design and review process in a meaningful and authentic way.
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Foster healthy debate within a curriculum working group of content partners, and bring in freelance experts to foster new ideas and diversity of thought.
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Support the development of an exciting and robust theory of change
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Lead the design of strong, clear, engaging session plans for the young people on the Ambassador programme, which can be easily understood and consistently interpreted by other facilitators. This could later also include supporting content design for a teacher-training programme.
Safeguarding
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Adhere to best practice safeguarding standards, including individual school’s processes where relevant
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Support organisational responsibility for safeguarding and planning for safe programmes
Details of the role
This is a flexible role which can be shaped in conversation with the successful candidate.
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Freelance, Tuesdays and Thursdays preferred
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Holding a regular fortnightly curriculum working group at an agreed, regular time
This flexible role can be shaped in conversation with the successful candidate but must include holding a regular fortnightly curriculum working group at an agreed regular time. Tuesdays and Thursdays are preferred.
Initially, a fixed-term, 6-month contract working 2-3 days a week, with progression opportunities, including the opportunity for permanent roles within the organisation.
Working Pattern
To fulfil the requirements of this role, there may be occasional in-person touchpoints with the team in our London office or partner schools; the ability and desire to travel to these is paramount.
There may also be occasional travel outside of London, for which reasonable travel and accommodation expenses will be reimbursed.
Important dates
Please note that you will need to be available for all of the following dates for your application to be considered. Please note that CVs are optional and not a requirement for your application.
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Application Deadline: 09:00 Friday 25th October - This is the deadline for receiving your answers to the questions and also your CV (optional)
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Final Interview (In person at the Bertha Earth office in central London): Tuesday the 5th of November or Thursday the 7th of November (40-60 minutes)
Start date: Negotiable depending on availability and notice period of successful candidate
Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to ensure you are able to take part in our interview process.
Candidates will be notified by Friday, 1st November at the latest if they have been successful.
To grow a diverse network of young environmental leaders, storytellers and changemakers who reignite a great love for our planet.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an experienced and passionate IT Technical Specialist to work as part of our IT / Technology Services Team.
Imagine being part of an organisation whose common purpose is to help those who are severely impacted by mental illness. We believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity – and that’s why equity is one of our core values. We draw on the expertise, unique perspectives and lived experience of our people – regardless of who they are or their background – to help us become inclusive and anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider that reflect the diverse communities we support as a mental health charity.
The Technology Services team supports the work of colleagues and the organisation, providing high quality, professional services which assist in the effective delivery of our services, our campaign agenda and our role as an employer.
How you will make a difference
The infrastructure team are looking for a dynamic Technical Specialist to take a central role in the Technology Services transformation programme of IT systems.
Rethink Mental Illness are transitioning away from legacy on-premise systems with a cloud first approach and over the last few years the Infrastructure team have made substantial transformation to the organisations infrastructure by:
- Fully Implementing SharePoint and OneDrive for over 1000 end-users
- Transitioning hardware provisioning and management to Intune/Endpoint Manager
- Migrating server estate and infrastructure resources to Azure
- Increasing the security stature of the organisation and hardening the environment, reducing attack surface
- Delivering a strategy to minimise the risk of human behaviour to security.
The rapid pace of change within the charity has seen the evolution of existing ways of working and opening new aspects of innovation to drive efficiencies for the betterment of our staff and beneficiaries.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we’re working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks for our Black, Asian and minority ethnic and our LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter.
Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation
We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrate our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
We therefore actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or questioning), Intersex and (asexual) (LGBTQIA+), people with a disability, and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Regional Communications Manager
We are looking for an experienced, hands-on communications all-rounder with a breadth of skills to help deliver the strategic communications objectives for a national youth charity.
The charity is poised at an exciting phase of growth, with seven large scale youth centres (called Youth Zones) set to open over the next three years, a new three year organisational strategy, and an ambitious strategic communications strategy to support this in place.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. Our dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
Position: Regional Communications Manager
Location: Hybrid working: two days a week in the Bolton office combined with home-working and travel across our Youth Zones in development (Barnsley, Crewe, Grimsby, Preston) plus occasional other travel as required.
Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 per annum
Contract: Fixed-term contract (possibility of becoming permanent) for 12 months
Hours: Flexible working and will consider 4 days a week (37.5 hours full time).
Benefits: Agile working with flexibility in working hours; 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to a maximum of 30 days); birthday leave, additional annual leave purchase scheme; company matched pension; company sick, maternity, paternity & adoption pay; Employee Assistance Programme, active and engaged networks to join (including Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) and access to Charity Worker discounts.
Closing Date: 12noon, Friday 8 November
Interview and Assessment (in-person): Wednesday 20 November at Hideout Youth Zone
About the Role
This is a key role within the communications team that will see you create understanding and awareness between the organisation and the key local and regional audiences that matter, as the charity embarks on its biggest ever period of growth.
This role will involve managing a small portfolio of local end-to-end integrated communications and PR programmes at various stages, to launch new Youth Zones in Barnsley, Crewe, Grimsby and Preston. You will work closely with each Youth Zone’s Relationship Managers and Fundraisers, as well as its CEO, and Trustee Board, and Young People's Development Group, acting as their trusted communications advisor.
In addition, you will oversee and lead a fundraising focussed communications and marketing campaign to boost reach to new funders (who we call Founder Patrons) in the areas where there are new Youth Zones.
The breadth of this role means no two days are the same, which is why we are seeking somebody organised, dynamic and self-motivated with exceptional project management and stakeholder management skills.
About You
We will be looking for someone that can demonstrate a broad range of communications skills from working with local media to place newsworthy, positive stories around the Youth Zones development, to supporting the development of new Youth Zones websites.
If you are as confident pitching a story to media as you are managing a branding project or overseeing an event, then this could be the role for you.
There will also be opportunities to contribute to the national communications plan, working closely with the Director of Communications and Brand on several high-profile projects, including overseeing and launching the new Youth Advocates programme, working with young people across the Network.
To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter (of not more than one page), explaining clearly why you are interested in the role, and answering ALL points as outlined on the role profile.
About the Organisation
A national charity that believes all young people should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose that fund and build state-of-the-art, multimillion-pound youth centres called Youth Zones in the country’s most economically disadvantaged areas. The organisation trains the amazing people that run them and offers continuing support to Youth Zones nationwide through a national network of independent youth charities.
The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application.
The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Communications, Marketing, Marketing and Communications, Communications Manager, Marketing Manager, Marketing and Communications Manager, Brand, Media.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
The Co-Director of Strategy & Finance works closely with the Co-Director of Operations to ensure the sustainability, growth and success of Hackney Playbus and to ensure that families are placed at the heart of the charity's work.
All Hackney Playbus employees and volunteers demonstrate the Hackney Playbus ethos and values by working positively as part of a team, delivering high quality services to children and families and by creating a culture where all are welcomed, valued and supported.
The Principal duties and responsibilities will be as follows:
Governance
Ensuring that the charity is legally compliant, compliant with requirements of the Charity Commission and has the correct insurances in place for the charity’s activities and that these are reviewed annually.
Ensure systems are in place for the Board of Trustees to fulfil its statutory responsibilities and exercise effective control of the charity's affairs. Support trustee recruitment in line with Hackney Playbus procedures.
Ensure policies and guidelines are appropriate for the charity’s work and reviewed regularly by the Trustees, including annual reviews of Children’s Safeguarding, Data Protection policies and the Risk Register developing policy proposals as necessary
Report quarterly or as required to the Board of Trustees on progress against key strategic objectives, providing information and explaining performance
Strategic
To work with Trustees to ensure the charity’s vision, mission and strategic plans are reviewed in conjunction with key stakeholders including Hackney Playbus staff, volunteers and families.
To take Joint responsibility for achieving, monitoring and reporting on performance against targets in all areas of charity’s activities taking action as required
To be open to feedback and ideas for innovation and change while delivering consistent and reliable services
To develop a culture of continuous improvement throughout all aspects of the charity's work.
Financial
Ensure that income is maintained, expenditure controlled in line with budgets and potential risks are identified and managed
Draw up an annual budget for approval by Trustees
Liaise with appointed bookkeeper, ensuring timely payment of bills, invoicing for services, chasing of invoices for payment and maintenance of petty cash systems
Prepare contracts, apply for tenders, negotiate and agree contracts, service level agreements and acknowledge receipt of funds as required.
Oversee expenditure and management accounts ensuring that income and expenditure is monitored and reported quarterly to Trustees
Organise independent examination of accounts with appointed accountant
Review and make recommendations to maintain or change arrangements with accountants, bookkeepers and payroll service providers.
Income Generation
Develop income generation strategies to maintain and enhance levels of funding from existing sources and develop new funding streams
Work closely with and provide support to the Fundraising Officer on funding applications to ensure continuous and sufficient income
Work closely with the Co-Director of Operations to ensure that monitoring reports are submitted to funders in line with requirements.
HR
Recruit staff as required
Support and supervise Administration and Fundraising Officers
Ensure HR policies, procedures and staff contracts are relevant and reviewed regularly to ensure they are fit for purpose.
Promotion of Charity
Maintain effective networks with supporters and stakeholders
Network externally and develop partnerships to improve impact and sustainability
Ensure charity is presented in an appropriate and professional manner to its stakeholders including website, social media, annual, impact and reports
Represent the charity in public forums and produce or commission written/digital material for promotion
Asset Management
Overall responsibility for asset management including Playbus vehicles, premises management, IT, utilities and other overheads.
Other Duties
To participate in internal/external meetings and training
To participate in annual appraisal by appointed Trustee from the Boardof Trustees
To uphold Hackney Playbus policies and procedures including Children's Safeguarding.
Hackney Playbus believes that all children under five living in Hackney should share the same opportunities to grow, thrive, and reach their potential
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they're likely to die from.
This role will manage the newly formed operations team to focus on ensuing that all Fundraising teams are able to focus on building relationship, creating asks, building supporter relationships and engagement. The Operations team will focus on all activity that could be described as back office, administration or fulfilment such as fulfilment, cash handling, payments, any other aspects that can either remove activity from fundraisers or support teams to deliver better or more efficient fundraising activity. This role will lead in developing and professionalising our Operations teams. Making sure that the team deliver their key role in ensuring Marie Curies fundraising success. This is an exciting opportunity to set up and run a new team.
You will be responsible for:
- Delivering excellent support across all fundraising teams to ensure they are aided to achieve our income, recruitment and engagement objectives as effectively as possible.
- Improving fundraising approach to support activities, ensuring it is aligned, efficient, and supporting teams across Fundraising to improve their support focused activity whilst ensuring our donors have great support experiences.
- Ensuring the team delivers end-to-end operational delivery of campaigns and products, leading on the sign-off of solutions and ensuring rigorous user acceptance testing of solutions.
- Ensuring Community Fundraising and other Fundraising teams are fully and appropriately supported to ensure the fundraising time is maximized and that supporters have excellent experiences.
- Working with the Web and Technology teams to ensure the Operations team maximises the use of technology to optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of support activity, including self-service if / where appropriate.
Key Criteria:
- Strong, demonstrable experience in an operations role with back office, team support and/or Fulfilment.
- Excellent relationship-building skills across a significant number of clients/teams.
- Experience working with and influencing senior stakeholders.
- Big-picture thinking with a strategic and continuous improvement approach.
- Ability to successfully manage and deliver projects on a larger scale.
- Experience streamlining processes and operations across multiple teams/scenarios.
- Strong people management skills and proven experience in leading teams to success.
Please see the full job description .
Salary: £48,000-55,000
Contract: Permanent (35 hours per week)
Based: Edinburgh or a commutable distance. You will be required to commute to our Edinburgh offices 2 days a week minimum.
Application & Interview Process
As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and covering letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
Close date for applications: the 3rd of Nov 2024
Benefits you'll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to [email protected]