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Our Communications Manager is taking maternity leave from mid-June and we are looking for someone to cover the role for approx 9 months. We are a small team and this is the only communications role, therefore the Communications Manager has a lot to do, including:
- Running our whole comms operation – social media, website, event marketing, PR.
- Developing and delivering our communications strategy
- Creating stories and content for different channels
- Working on communications projects with people with lived experience
- Working with our individual giving lead on fundraising campaigns
A major rebrand and a new name have helped us build our profile over the past three years, and we’re working hard to increase recognition and support further. The stories of the people we work with are central to that, and it’s their voices, not the charity’s, that belong in the foreground. So a key part of the job is to build relationships with those people, and support them to tell their stories as they want to, empowering them and keeping them safe. This means staying flexible, in the content and the work of gathering it. In the immigration system and the lives of people going through it, it’s wise to expect the unexpected, so plans can change at short notice. This is a special opportunity to work join a supportive, dynamic team delivering extraordinary work.
What we’re looking for
1. ‘Must haves’: we believe that the right person for this key role must bring with them:
- Experience – you have wide communications experience that enables you to cover the whole range of work that we need (see above)
- Independence – you are pro-active, well organised and can get things done on your own, with more guidance on aims than methods
- Collaboration – you can work well with colleagues, professionals and people with lived experience, and deliver great projects together
- Communication – your speaking and writing communicates clearly and powerfully
- Story-telling – you know how to create compelling content that tells stories of change and empowerment
- Understanding – you appreciate the purpose and complexity of our work
- Commitment – your practice fits our values of empowerment, co-creation, curiosity and respect
- Flexibility – you can adapt to sudden changes and vary your working hours sometimes, eg to work at evenings or weekends
2. ‘Also haves’: if you also bring any of the following, they will be important for us:
- Work experience in a communications role in a charity or arts company – especially if it was a role like this in a small organisation
- Practical skills in one or more of: graphic design, photography, audio/video production, digital advertising
- Experience of working sensitively with people who have been through difficult experiences to tell their stories
- Experience of overseeing creative freelancers
- Experience of implementing and developing communications strategy
- Experience of careful messaging in a politically sensitive context
- Experience of using reporting & analytics tools
- Culture and language skills relevant to people in immigration settings
Lived experience and professional experience
Professional experience and lived experience are both valuable for this role. We want to bring people with personal experience of immigration detention, or the asylum process, or immigration enforcement into our team, so if you have this kind of experience then we would really love to hear from you. We need you to bring the ‘must have’ qualities listed above, but do not require a conventional professional CV full of paid communications and marketing roles. What we do need is someone who can help us deliver. That means understanding the people we work with, and knowing how to deliver organisational communications that meet their needs.
If you have lots of professional experience, together with strong understanding of our kind of work and the needs we address, but not the personal experience specified above, then we would also love to hear from you. We want people with all kinds of backgrounds and experience to apply for this job. We very much encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds, disabled or neurodivergent applicants, and people of different ages, gender, sexual orientations and socio-economic backgrounds.
What we can offer you
We’re a specialist organisation working in a fraught environment that changes constantly. We’re developing better ways to support everyone working for Hear Me Out. So we will look to provide the right kind of offer to our new Communications Manager, tailored to their needs. For example:
- The work can bring stress and distress to all of us, so we have ‘clinical supervision’ sessions and are developing other ways to offer care and support
- We can arrange mentoring for you, to support you in delivering the role
- We can arrange training, for example if there are specific skills you need to learn
- Hear Me Out is a friendly and collaborative team where we look out for each other
- We’ll be open to your ideas about what kind of support will help you the most
Terms & conditions
- Contract: Temporary (9-month) contract, subject to a 3-month probationary period
- Location: The team meets at its office in central London on Wednesdays and works in a hybrid way the rest of the week.
- Hours: Part-time position, 2.5 days (18.75 hours) per week (0.5 FTE)
- Salary: £40,000 per year pro rata (ie £20,000), gross
- Annual leave: 36 days paid holiday leave per year pro rata (ie 18 days), including statutory bank holidays
- Sick pay: 25 days per year pro rata (ie 12.5 days) on full pay, followed by 25 days pro rata (ie 12.5 days) on half pay, followed by Statutory Sick Pay only
- Pension: 6% employer contribution to HMO’s selected Stakeholder pension scheme or to another scheme of the employee’s choice
To apply, you must download the job pack, check out the full details, and follow the instructions on how to apply.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
For people held in UK immigration detention, music can be freedom.
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We are currently offering a rewarding opportunity for a motivated and proactive self-starter to join our friendly and dynamic team.
Advice Worker
Salary: £35,000
Full Time (35 hours per week)
Benefits of working for Wandsworth Carers’ Centre:
- Friendly team and working environment
- Annual leave starts at 26 days increasing to 31 days plus bank holidays
- Contributory company pension,
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Employee assistance program.
Our Charity:
We are a busy, ambitious charity operating at the heart of the Wandsworth community since 1995, helping thousands of people across the borough in unpaid Caring roles. We give information and advice, organise respite, offer complementary therapies, deliver training, provide peer support, arrange fun events and much more. In short, we are the Carer's friend and advocate, often helping Carers through difficult times.
Are you passionate about supporting Carers and making a real impact in their lives? We're looking for a dedicated individual to join our busy team providing welfare benefits advice & guidance to those who need it most.
As the successful candidate, you'll bring your knowledge and expertise to provide vital support to Carers, with a comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge in welfare benefits and recent experience of managing a case load.
You will manage your own caseload while also providing supervision and support to another advice worker.
Your excellent communication skills will help you connect with and support Carers, while your IT proficiency will enable you to provide effective, efficient assistance.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Providing advice & advocacy on welfare benefits and housing.
- Managing your own case load
- Supervision of another advice worker
- Offering guidance and support to colleagues
- Maintaining accurate case records, adhering to AQS standards.
Essential Requirements:
- Experience of providing benefits advice, guidance and support
- Experience of managing a case load
- Experience of representing clients with external bodies / organisations
- Experience of supporting with benefit appeals through to tribunal stage.
- Knowledge of or ability to understand and use relevant legislation.
- Ability to work across the borough and provide home visits
If you're committed to working in the voluntary sector and want to be part of a dynamic team that makes a real difference, this role is for you!
Wandsworth Carers’ Centre is an inclusive employer, committed to the continued development of a diverse workforce.
To apply, please submit a cv and a comprehensive cover letter detailing how your experience, skills, and qualifications align with the requirements of the role as set out in the person specification
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Refugee Resettlement Officer M506
Salary: Grade D (£28,163.00 - £30,060.00 p.a.), pro-rata where applicable
Term: Fixed-term until 31st March 2026, with possibility to extend
Working Hours: 1 x Full-time position and 1 x Part-time position of 15 hours per week (pattern to be discussed with successful candidate).
Closing date: 14th April 2025
Charnwood Borough Council in Leicestershire is an ambitious and dynamic organisation with a strong focus on supporting communities, looking after the environment, and creating a thriving economy.
We are customer focused, both internally and externally. We are looking for the latest member of the CBC team to deliver our aims and values.
An exciting new opportunity has arisen to join the Refugee Resettlement Team to support refugees resettled across Leicestershire and Rutland.
The role
The Refugee Resettlement Officer will be responsible for providing effective integration and orientation support for individuals and families who have been resettled in the UK. The individuals supported through this service may have complex needs and you will provide practical and emotional support to help them adapt to life across Leicestershire and Rutland.
So, if you have:
- Experience in delivering a high-quality service supporting positive outcomes for relocated individuals or families who speak English as a second language.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to use appropriate discretion to address complex situations.
- Ability to manage a demanding case load and to plan and prioritise effectively in order to achieve targets and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work in partnership with external agencies to achieve positive outcomes for vulnerable families.
- Good written communication skills including the ability to produce clear and concise support plans and reports.
- Good knowledge of the statutory framework in relation to safeguarding and an ability to apply this in practice and in day-to-day case work.
Then this role might be for you.
If you have any questions, please contact Emma Moonlight for an informal chat about the role.
Please note that this job requires the post holder to work across the County and Rutland and attend meetings at various different locations.
The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Secondments will be considered, please ensure you have your Line Manager’s approval to apply.
What we offer
There are many benefits to working with us. The Council offers generous annual leave of between 22 and 27 days of leave depending on grade and length of service, plus bank holidays; agile working for many roles; opportunities for professional development linked to many roles, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
The Council strongly believes a diverse and inclusive workforce helps make our services better. We value the individual strengths of each colleague and the potential they bring.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and strive to promote a disability confident culture. To find out more about our Disability Confident commitments including reasonable adjustments and the guaranteed interview scheme please visit our website.
We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) and have achieved the AFC’s Employer Recognition Gold Award.
Colleagues are also actively engaged through our Staff Forum and groups such as our Health and Wellbeing Group and Equality Working Group.
Find out more about this role and who we are by visiting our website.
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London – 3 days per week (Hybrid)
Permanent
£27,500 p.a. pro rata
About us:
Pragya is a non-profit development organisation committed to poverty relief and social justice in south Asia and east Africa. Our programmes span agriculture and rural livelihoods; conservation and green energy; water, sanitation and health; education; empowerment of women and minorities; and disaster management We aim at transformational change at the grassroots, focusing on marginalised communities in Nepal, India, Bangladesh and Kenya. We envision marginalised communities living dignified lives free from poverty and injustice, fully enjoying the benefits of development in a manner harmonious with cultural heritage and the natural environment, through sustainable development for the poorest, most neglected communities in challenging environments.
The role:
This role offers the chance to work with a global NGO, providing valuable experience in tackling key global development challenges, along with hands-on involvement with project and partnership management systems, grant tracking processes, and an opportunity to contribute to the development of impactful programmes. It provides exposure to the operations of an International NGO, invested in community-led holistic solutions to some of the most pressing problems of our times. You would enhance your knowledge and experience of the charity sector funding landscape in the UK and internationally. You would significantly expand your practical knowledge of project delivery and monitoring in diverse areas of international development such as water and sanitation, prevention of violence against women, food security and nutrition, rural livelihoods, biodiversity conservation, and community disaster resilience. You would write about our projects for funding applications and project reports, blog posts, newsletters etc. You would have the chance to network with other NGOs and funders at events and international development conferences. You may have the opportunity to travel to south Asia or Africa for project evaluation or conferences / networking, subject to funding. As you gain experience, there may be scope for you to contribute to project design.
You will be working in a friendly, professional environment There may be opportunity to increase hours to full-time subject to funding.
Person specification:
You would research potential funding partners, write grant applications, and manage successful partnerships, including trusts, foundations, corporate groups, and statutory sources. Some charity-sector fundraising experience is desirable.. The ability to draft inspiring narratives for different audiences, as well as creating programme budgets using spreadsheets are crucial aspects to this role.. You would research and attend relevant events and identify other such opportunities to promote Pragya’s work, to network, and to learn about the latest research and trends in international development. You would contribute to Pragya’s social media posts, campaigns, and the charity’s administrative needs. A basic lf knowledge of video editing and media tools like Canva would be an advantage.
The UK branch of Pragya is a small team; the ideal candidate would be a self-starter, capable of managing their own work load. Those passionate about working in international development are encouraged to apply. We are looking for candidates who would anticipate being able to make at least a two-year commitment.
Key specifications:
Essential
· A degree qualification with at least 2:1 or equivalent
· Fluent English with excellent writing skills
· Strong verbal communication and ability to represent Pragya at public events
· Basic knowledge of on-line communication platforms and media tools
· Proactive approach, ability to manage own workload, happy to work alone
· Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
· Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and good internet research skills
· Demonstrable interest in International Development
Desirable
· A degree in a relevant, essay-based discipline
· Fundraising experience from trusts / foundations / corporates
· Experience of using cloud-based donor management software (Salesforce, Oracle, CRM)
· Understanding of the issues Pragya works to address
· Prior travel to any of Pragya’s project-delivery countries
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.You must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. Pragya is not able to sponsor visa applications either to commence or to continue employment. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, this post may require that you be subject to criminal records disclosure. Appointment will include a six-month probationary period.
Pragya is an equal opportunities employer. Charity no. 1082476
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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With a new CEO and an ambitious and inspiring new strategy being developed, Smart Works is looking for a skilled and analytical Director of Finance to drive organisational financial strategy at a time of significant change and growth.
The Director of Finance will act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, and provide financial reporting for the board, working closely with the Treasurer. As part of the SLT, the post holder will be responsible for the financial management and strategic financial planning for our London centres and Group staff, as well as supporting our 12 centres nationally, operating within a federated structure. In addition, the post holder will provide wider leadership as part of a multi-disciplinary team to drive positive outcomes for our clients.
Please see the document attached for the full job description.
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by 5pm on 23rd April.
Shortlisting for this role will take place on 24th April with first round interviews taking place on 28-29th April virtually, and second round interviews taking place on 6th May in London.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
We exist to give unemployed women the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed at interview and get the job.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Carers First is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest.
We have a committed, dedicated staff team and you could be just the person we are looking for to join us to make that material difference in carer’s lives. We live and work through our values, and we have an ambitious strategy to scale our reach, support and impact for carers, working in collaboration and partnership with a range of statutory, voluntary and commercial organisations.
About this role
As a Director of Services you will:
·Lead, inspire and manage Carers First Community, Helpline and Volunteer Services providing visible leadership and promoting a positive, inclusive culture.
·Refine and develop existing services and develop and mobilise new services/contracts; evidencing outcomes and impact.
· Ensure the highest level of safeguarding practices are in place.
·Drive a culture of continuous learning, nurturing talent, building on strengths and promoting innovation.
· Enable managers to work proactively in coproduction with carers to plan, develop and review services.
·Forge and sustain strong, positive and productive partnerships with Commissioners, partner organisations, funders and key stakeholders.
·Work as a member of the Senior Leadership Team in shaping and delivering our ambitious strategy.
We are looking for passionate people who are committed to the overall aims and objectives of the charity. Carers First is committed to providing a supportive, vibrant, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Carers First Can Offer You
In return for your contribution, we have an amazing package of staff benefits including 26 days annual leave entitlement which increases with length of service, flexible working options, paid carers leave, access to our work-place pension, staff discount scheme, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package. Whatever you are aiming to achieve in your career, we are here to encourage, help and support you grow, through our excellent training and development programmes.
How to apply
To apply for our exciting opportunity and make a real difference to the lives of carers, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to begin your application.
Candidates must clearly write how they meet each requirement in the person specification to progress their application.
Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable
Interview Process
The closing date for applications is 5pm on 13 April 2025. There will be a two stage process.
Candidates who have fully evidenced they meet the requirements of the Person Specification to a satisfactory standard will be long listed and invited to Stage 1.
Stage 1: Week commencing 21 April 2025 - informal online meeting with the Chief Executive to discuss their application.
Following the informal meeting, successfully shortlisted candidates will then progress to Stage 2:
Stage 2: Week commencing 28 April and 5 May 2025 - formal face-to-face interview with the Chief Executive and Trustees. As part of the formal interview, candidates will be required to give a presentation, and details will be provided in advance.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Our new three-year strategy will enable us to grow our work to reach and support significantly more carers delivering innovative programmes of support
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About us
The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute.
About the role
The Refugee Council supports separated children across England and part of our service is a team of staff based in Dover, working 24/7 to provide a temporary safeguarding service for children arriving there, ensuring that their basic needs are met while they await transfer to the care of a local authority. The unit is reactive to the needs of clients, who may arrive at any time.
As a Night Support Worker, you will be expected to:
- Work in the best interests of the child.
- Assess the basic needs of newly arrived clients and provide an appropriate service, including food, clothing, and access to hygiene facilities.
- Recognise indicators of confusion or distress and respond accordingly.
- Ensure all safeguarding issues are responded to, reported and accurately recorded.
- Work collaboratively, professionally and effectively with colleagues and a range of statutory bodies.
- Keep appropriate and up to date records, and to report on time all necessary information as agreed with the managers.
- Carry out effective handover to colleagues.
- Carry out all work with regard to the Refugee Council’s organisational policies and procedures, in particular to adhere to the Safeguarding of Children policy and procedures.
- Provide a positive working role model for other colleagues and clients.
Staff benefits
To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension Scheme
- Work Life Balance Policies
- Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
- And more
Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.
Closing date: 29 April 2025
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
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Major Donor and Trusts Manager
Up to £45,000 per annum + benefits (inc 25 days holiday days annual leave and pension)
Leatherhead, Surrey (some flexible working options available)
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need.
About the role:
We are looking to appoint an experienced Philanthropy Manager to proactively lead the cultivation and stewardship of potential and existing major donors, trusts and statutory bodies, with a particular focus on driving significant income growth.
Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Engagement, the Philanthropy Manager will drive the growth of a portfolio of existing supporters and new prospects giving at the five and six figure gift level, with a particular focus on generating major gifts from new donors. The postholder will think strategically to develop inspiring fundraising cases of support, and impact reporting working closely with Care service colleagues, the finance team and the wider fundraising and engagement team.
This role has line management responsibility for three experienced fundraisers who manage their own portfolios of Major Donors, Trusts, and Foundations.
What we’re looking for:
· An experienced and enthusiastic Philanthropy Manager – with a track record of achieving challenging income targets and effective prospect management. Applications will be particularly welcome from those with a background in a children’s charity or SME with ownership of strategic planning.
· A poised, confident and convincing communicator – you have strong negotiation, presentation and networking skills and the ability to quickly connect with and motivate others
· A helpful and supportive team member – you work collaboratively and stimulate others into action
· A goal-orientated and analytical problem solver – you respond quickly to varied activities and are able to adapt quickly to change, whilst focusing on the bigger picture.
· A high level of attention to detail and accuracy – you work at a fast pace handling details whilst maintaining accuracy.
· Confident use of MSOffice and extensive experience of Excel – you have strong attention to detail, are comfortable working with data, and produce high quality accurate work.
What we offer:
We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes:
· Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
· Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
· Time off in lieu
· Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes
· Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
· Pension scheme (we will contribute 5% of your salary and you will contribute at least 3%)
· The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and half day Christmas shopping
· A recommend a friend recruitment referral bonus
If you’d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us please visit our website.
About us:
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.
How to apply:
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to us via the link.
Interview dates: Interview dates to be confirmed
Your covering letter should highlight why your application should be considered above others, and clearly state how your experience matches the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification.
Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead or virtually via Microsoft Teams. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment.
Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.
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A mission-driven and impact focused single programme NGO is seeking an Interim Finance Director for a 1 year maternity cover contract. The role is fully remote (from within the UK) and is full-time (5 days per week) for a 12 month contract. There may be the requirement to travel to Ghana on occasion throughout the 12 months. A busy role, in a vibrant charity headed by a passionate Founder/CEO – the role represents the chance to be part of a fantastic international organisation.
Salary is £63,000 - £70,000 depending on skills and experience, and the role would best suit a fully-qualified accountant with significant experience managing global finance teams within the international development sector.
The organisation’s mission is to get 3-6 year old children in rural Africa to thrive. They have developed an award-winning Early Childhood Development programme, proven its impact through rigorous evaluation, and scaled it with governments in both Ghana and Uganda. It is currently reaching over 300,000 children per year, and we aim to reach 1 million children per year by 2028. The programme benefits both preschool age children and unlocks the potential of marginalised rural parents.
With around 100 staff globally, the interim Finance Director will manage a diverse team of finance professionals. Your role will include setting and managing budgets, supporting fundraising strategy and proposals, overseeing spend and financial controls and processes. You will lead the finance team in Ghana made up of a Junior Finance Manager, four Finance Officers, two bookkeepers and a Procurement and Logistics Officer. You will also manage the Uganda Finance Officer, and Global Finance Manager based in the UK.
The role will involve a mixture of hands-on accounting, complex donor reporting, consolidated and year-end accounts, budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and financial modelling. Xero is used across the organisation, and financial year-end is December.
Duties include:
· Contribute to the development and implementation of the organisation’s scale and income-generation strategy, including exciting new opportunities for potential expansion to the southern regions in Ghana and exploring implementation of the programme in a new country.
· Develop and strengthen robust and flexible cost models (including sensitivity analyses/stress testing) to guide decisions around the pace and rate of scale, staffing & resource requirements, ensure value for money and maximise cost efficiencies.
· Develop robust budgets for new and renewal funder applications, considering complexities around funder restrictions, currency exchange and forecast economic conditions.
· Ensure that the organisation-wide financial systems, policies, procedures and internal controls and audits are robust, compliant and best practice to support current activities and future growth.
· Be pro-active in identifying ways to improve efficiencies and strengthen financial rigour, including leading on internal projects to enhance systems and processes to automate approvals and develop cost recovery models as we look to expand our operations outside Ghana and Uganda.
· Lead and coach the finance team to maintain and deliver operational excellence & financial rigour, closely monitoring the operating and financial reports against plans and budgets.
· Lead monthly financial reviews and oversee timely production of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports to the Board, donors and management team.
· Work with our internal operations and programmes team to develop financial systems so that direct financial support is provided to local government partners and they are able to take on responsibility for and account for programme budgets, including overseeing termly financial disbursements and reporting.
· Work with programmes team to build the capacity of local government partners in financial management, procurement, and budgeting so that they will eventually be able to fund and sustain the programme themselves. Create the budgets, financial information, documentation and materials for funding proposals.
· Oversee the creation of all financial reports for funders, ensuring mechanisms to track and report against restricted income are robust, and preparing financial analyses for funder
· Provide monthly and quarterly management accounts for trustees summarising current and forecast financial position for the year, cashflow analysis and KPI reporting.
· Attend trustee meetings, present information to the Board and liaise with Board members, including leading the quarterly Finance and Audit Committee meetings.
· Ensure that the Statutory Accounts for all entities are prepared, including internal information is collated and provided, external auditors are instructed and deliver to standard.
· Ensure all organisations are compliant with tax, regularity and legal requirements (e.g payroll, tax, NGO registration, insurance, registrations with regulatory authorities)
· Actively manage the performance and build the capacity of direct reports through training, coaching, holding 1to1s, setting performance goals, appraisals, developing new policies and practices.
Requirements:
-Fully-qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA essential
-Prior experience working as Head of Finance or Finance Director in an international development charity (NGO)
-Prior experience managing a global team
-Deep understanding of international charity finance - donor reporting, programmes finance, foreign currency transactions
-Strategic finance experience covering budgeting, scenario planning, consolidated accounting and financial modelling - within an NGO setting
-Must be able to start the role quickly - ideally immediately available or with a short notice period
Closing date: Ongoing / ASAP
Interviews: Ongoing - likely week commencing 7th April
Please send your CV for immediate consideration.
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Would you like to use your lived experience as a Carer to make a difference for Carers and families supporting someone with a mental health condition?
If so, this could be the job for you!
This peer support project is delivered in partnership with South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust, to support Carers of people with mental health conditions. This project will work to support Carers through one-to-one support, outreach, training and peer support groups.
About The Role:
Using your lived experience of caring for someone with a mental health condition, and a strengths-based approach, you will support mental health Carers in their caring role. You will provide person centred one-to-one- support, information, signposting, and advocacy, develop, and facilitate peer support groups in response to identified need and deliver training and outreach sessions at different locations across the borough. You will work in partnership with South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust (SWLStG), to ensure Carers are identified and routinely referred into the service. You will have responsibility for line managing the Mental Health Carers Peer Support Worker.
Key Requirements Include:
- Lived experience of Caring for someone with a mental health condition
- Experience of direct work with clients, providing information, advocacy and 1:1 support, including assessing need.
- Experience of / ability to develop and facilitate peer support groups and training.
- Efficient organisation and time management skills with the ability to balance and prioritise a busy and varied workload.
- Developed IT skills, with experience using databases and communication platforms.
- Experience of liaising with a wide range of statutory and voluntary agencies at all levels.
- Experience of report writing, including statistical data
- Experience of project management including managing staff
About Wandsworth Carers’ Centre:
We are a busy, ambitious charity operating at the heart of the Wandsworth community since 1995, helping thousands of people across the borough in unpaid Caring roles. We give information and advice, organise respite, offer complementary therapies, deliver training, provide peer support, arrange fun events and much more. In short, we are the Carer's friend and advocate, often helping Carers through difficult times.
Wandsworth Carers’ Centre is an inclusive employer. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do.
Benefits of working for Wandsworth Carers’ Centre:
Friendly team and working environment, mix of remote and office-based work, some weekend and evening work with time off during the week, annual leave starts at 26 days increasing to 31 days plus bank and public holidays, contributory company pension, ongoing training and development opportunities and an employee assistance program.
To apply:
Please submit:
- A current comprehensive CV (no longer than two A4 pages)
- A covering letter (no longer than two A4 pages) stating how you believe your skills and experience match the requirements of the role and person specification.
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About Women in Prison
Women in Prison is a national, women-led, feminist organisation. We deliver front line support to women harmed by the criminal justice system, through our work in prisons, in the community and ‘through the prison gate’ as they resettle back into their communities. We also campaign for systems change that addresses the root causes of offending, reduces the harmful impact of prison, and creates workable, community-based alternatives to imprisonment.
Job Description:
Job Purpose
Women in Prison’s Advocates deliver high-quality, trauma-informed, independent
advocacy for women in communities and in prisons, which focuses on early intervention, and holistic provision as part of a ‘whole system’ multi-agency response that looks to address the root causes of women's offending.
The primary purpose of this role is to provide in-depth, ongoing support to a caseload of women who have been referred for support by prison staff, predominately the Mental Health In-Reach Teams and Primary Care Teams.
Key Responsibility Areas
1. Provide high-quality, trauma-responsive advocacy and support to women in contact with the criminal justice system.
2. Maintain case management systems to ensure accurate and timely data recording.
3. Develop effective relationships with key stakeholders such as statutory and voluntary sector agencies.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Department/Service:
The finance department is responsible for the overall financial management and administration of the 4million turnover at GSU. The department plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, including HMRC, Charities Commission, Companies House, and pensions. This includes supporting our annual external financial audit.
The finance team act as Business Partners to the rest of the organisation ensuring they understand financial processes to aid effective working. The team also work alongside our external payroll provider and our external digital system provider to ensure smooth and effective working.
Job Purpose:
Provide a professional, accurate, and timely accounting service in respect to all management and statutory reporting. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external support services to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Finance department, ensuring excellence in service delivery.
Reports to:
- Currently reporting to the CEO whilst the senior management role in the Finance Department is under review. The senior management post is currently vacant.
Responsible for:
- Supporting, managing, supervising, and developing one Finance Coordinator and one Finance Assistant.
- Temporary Interns and/or student staff supporting the Finance team as required
Duties and Key Responsibilities
1. Management and Statutory Reporting:
- Prepare accurate management accounts on a timely basis each month.
- Reconcile all balance sheet accounts monthly, including accruals and prepayments.
- Prepare and submit statutory reports, including VAT Returns, Companies House, and Charities Commission Annual Returns.
- Support the preparation of the annual accounts for the external financial audit and play an instrumental role during the audit process.
- Reconcile GSU bank accounts including PayPal online accounts weekly and monthly.
- Reconcile Commercial Income to Bank Accounts producing weekly sales and analysis reports.
2. Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cashflow Statements:
- Support in the preparation of the annual budget and reforecasts.
- Create forecast reports and statements as and when required.
- Produce monthly and annual cashflow and liquidity statements.
3. Business Partnering and Collaboration:
- Act as a business partner to all GSU staff members, providing financial insights and support to meet organisational goals.
- Work alongside external support services (e.g., payroll providers and digital finance systems) to ensure smooth operations and excellence in the Finance department.
- Collaborate with external auditors and other stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective financial management.
4. Managing and Supervisory Duties:
- Supervise and support the professional development of two GSU finance staff members.
- Foster a team culture that promotes accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
- Oversee the responsibilities of Finance Coordinator and Finance Administrator and ensure their tasks align with departmental goals.
- Supervise and support interns and student staff as appropriate.
5. Digital Systems and Processes:
- Maintain efficient digital finance systems and processes to streamline financial operations (Twinfield, Ezora & Basecone for example).
- Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of digital records and reporting systems.
- Evaluate and improve digital tools and workflows to enhance departmental efficiency.
6. General Finance Department Duties:
- Oversee and assist with sales ledger, purchase ledger, and payroll functions as needed.
- Support the Finance Coordinator and Finance Assistant to issue and maintain records of purchase orders and associated invoices.
- Support the Finance Coordinator and Finance Assistant to maintain and post all petty cash transactions.
- Prepare ad hoc financial reports and information for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Trustee Board, and other stakeholders as required.
- Respond proactively to financial queries from GSU staff.
- Support the ongoing review and development of Finance department systems and procedures.
- Maintain customer-facing systems and ensure smooth operations for Finance department stakeholders.
7. External Audit and Compliance:
- Prepare schedules and reconciliations for the annual audit.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including HMRC and Charities Commission guidelines.
General Responsibilities:
- Represent and be an ambassador for GSU.
- Be flexible and carry out other associated duties as may arise, develop, or be assigned in line with the broad remit of the position.
- Maintain and improve competencies through continuous professional development.
- Abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct, and practices.
- Support and promote liberation, diversity, and equality of opportunity in the workplace.
- Treat with confidentiality any personal, private, or sensitive information about individuals, organisations, clients, or staff and project data.
- Adhere to the Sustainability Policy and strive to reduce the organisation’s carbon footprint.
- Actively seek better ways to assist GSU in becoming a more sustainable workplace.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Experience:
- Experience in preparing management accounts budgets, forecasts, and cashflows.
- Experience in preparing and reconciling VAT returns.
- Experience in reconciling balance sheet control accounts including salaries
- Proficiency in using accounting software and digital finance systems.
- Previous experience working in a Finance department.
- Experience in customer service and promoting financial literacy.
- Experience in payroll processes.
- Familiarity with supporting and developing team members.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong customer service focus and ability to build effective working relationships.
- Ability to engage, motivate, and support team members.
- Excellent communication skills (face-to-face, MS Teams, phone, and email).
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
- Proficiency in IT tools for report writing, email, and database management.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and methodical working.
Knowledge:
- Regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting and finance.
- Knowledge of HMRC, Charities Act, SORP, VAT, PAYE, and pension compliance.
Education/Training:
- Part-qualified ACCA or a training towards a relevant professional accounting qualification.
- Relevant practical experience in accounting and finance.
Personal Attributes and Other Requirements:
- Hybrid or office-based work with the ability to travel to other campuses when needed.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, or stay overnight as necessary.
- Strong team player with a flexible approach to work.
- Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
- Awareness and application of diversity issues in all areas of work.
- Commitment to the values and ethos of the organisation
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We help students at the University of Greenwich become the best they can be at university and beyond.
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About us
The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute.
About the role
The Refugee Council supports separated children across England and part of our service is a team of staff based in Dover, working 24/7 to provide a temporary safeguarding service for children arriving there, ensuring that their basic needs are met while they await transfer to the care of a local authority. The unit is reactive to the needs of clients, who may arrive at any time, and staff are expected to cover a variety of shifts.
As one of our Support Workers, will be expected to:
- Work in the best interests of the child.
- Assess the basic needs of newly arrived clients and provide an appropriate service, including food, clothing, and access to hygiene facilities.
- Recognise indicators of confusion or distress and respond accordingly.
- Respond to, report and accurately record all safeguarding issues.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Work professionally and effectively with a range of statutory bodies, including the Home Office and local authority staff and other stakeholders.
- Keep appropriate and up to date records in the agreed format, and to report on time all necessary information as agreed with the managers.
- Carry out effective handover to colleagues.
- Carry out all work with regard to the Refugee Council’s organisational policies and procedures, in particular to adhere to the Safeguarding of Children policy and procedures.
- Provide a positive working role model for other colleagues and clients.
Staff benefits
To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension Scheme
- Work Life Balance Policies
- Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
- And more
Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.
Closing date: 23 April 2025
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
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Risk & Compliance Manager
Salary: Crica £48, 000 per annum
Contract status: Full time/Permanent
***Please download the job description for full details***
We have entered a new and exciting strategic period at the DEC and are seeking a Risk and Compliance Manger to ensure we are completing all the necessary checks and balances as our engagement with partners and stakeholders, increases.
To be successful in this role, you must have proven experience in risk management, compliance, or a similar role, preferably within the non-profit sector. Additionally, you will need proven experience in mitigating legal risks and liabilities, identifying contractual hazards to reduce or eliminate their financial impact, and have guided colleagues to negotiate contractual matters in a legal and ethical manner.
Key responsibilities for this role include:
- Develop and implement comprehensive risk management frameworks and strategies, both in and out of appeals.
- Manage the process of risk assessments (including data protection impact assessments) and internal audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.
- Manage the organisation’s insurance policies and ensure adequate coverage for all potential risks.
- Oversee travel risk management to ensure the safety and security of staff traveling to high-risk areas.
- Report and manage serious incidents, ensuring timely and appropriate responses.
- Manage the internal reporting of personal data breaches and support the Data Protection Steering Group with reporting to data subjects and the Information Commissioner’s Office, where required.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory and statutory requirements, and codes of practice including data protection, safeguarding, and governance standards.
- Review and negotiate contracts and grants to ensure they meet legal and organisational standards.
- Oversee procurement processes to ensure they are ethical, transparent, and compliant with organisational policies
- Promote and oversee ESG initiatives within the organisation.
- Conduct regular reviews of financial controls and procedures to ensure accuracy and integrity
You will be expected to demonstrate high levels of competence in the following areas:
Delivering quality results
Planning
Analytical & Innovative thinking
Communication
Team working and collaboration
The DEC is an equal opportunities employer and provides opportunities to learn and grow in an inclusive, supportive, and productive environment. We encourage applications from anyone who can meet the criteria, regardless of gender, race, age, disability, sexuality, or religion.
How to apply
If this role is of interest and meets your skills, experience, and knowledge, then please apply with your anonymised CV & cover letter [i.e. please state your initials only, not your full name].
by 9am, Monday 24th March 2025. We will be reviewing applications as they arrive and may hold initial interviews before the application deadline.
The DEC is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable adults and participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of, and consent, to these recruitment procedures.
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We are looking for Philanthropy Manager for an incredible childrens health charity to be responsible for proactively leading the cultivation and stewardship of potential and existing Major Donors, Trusts, and statutory bodies.
This is a Surrey based role, four days in the office and after probation the opportunity to work from home once a week.
The Charity
A passionate childrens health charity, dedicated to providing practical and emotional support to children and families in times of need.
You would be joining a highly respected organisation, who prioritise a supportive and inclusive working culture. They have been repeatedly named as one of the top non-profit organisations to work for, and offer fantastic benefits, including flexible working, a minimum of 25 days holiday, along with a range of professional development opportunities as well as much more!
The Role
Drive the growth of a portfolio of existing supporters and new prospects, giving at the five and six-figure gift level.
Lead on maintaining relationships with key Major Donors, Trusts and Statutory bodies, through exemplary stewardship.
Work closely with the Events Manager to engage donors through a programme of special events
Manage, coach and support three direct reports.
The Candidate
Track record of securing five or six figure funding from Major Donors, Trusts and statutory sources to achieve challenging income targets.
Previous experience delivering a prospect research programme and effective prospect management.
Previously lead funder-relationship management, through exemplary stewardship
Line management experience to build a collaborative and high performing team
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
