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Vacancy Reference Number:
EVAM/FR/UK-R2
Position Title:
Events & Volunteer Assistant Manager
Department:
UK Events and Volunteers
Location:
Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE
Hours of Work:
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary Range:
£28,000-£33,000 per annum (commensurate with experience)
Terms of Employment:
12-Months’ Fixed-Term Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period)
Application Process & Closing Date:
Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 24th September 2024
- Strong Applicants will be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date - DO NOT DELAY SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION!
Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):
• Interviews: As and when strong candidates identified
• Start: ASAP thereafter
Note:
Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold either a ‘In-Person’ or Online Interview (via MS Teams, Zoom or Skype) with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with MS Teams, Zoom or Skype prior to submitting your Application.
Other Information:
Muslim Hands is an international aid agency and NGO dedicated to providing humanitarian assistance, sustainable development, and education to communities in need worldwide. With a presence in over 40 countries, we strive to alleviate poverty, empower marginalised individuals, and respond to emergency situations with compassion and expertise.
Role Overview:
We are excited to offer an opportunity to join our dynamic Events Team as an Events Assistant Manager. The Postholder will play a crucial part in maximizing funding and donations through various channels, including events, volunteers, individual donors, donor groups, trusts, and foundations. We seek a creative and experienced individual who can assist in organising exceptional events throughout the year while contributing innovative ideas and strategies to support the long-term income growth of the Events department. If you are passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of the poor and needy by raising funds for projects like building large water wells, Masjids, and supporting livelihoods, food, and health initiatives, we look forward to hearing from you immediately.
Main Responsibilities:
• Assist the Head of Events in daily operations and event planning.
• Collaborate with the Head of Events department to develop and implement new event strategies.
• Work alongside the Head of Events to source new and exciting suppliers for the events.
• Manage multiple projects, including financial reporting and maintaining key relationships to meet deadlines.
• Work closely with the Events team to ensure the successful execution of events and effectively engage with volunteers.
• Provide support to the manager in team training and team development.
• Providing a first point of contact during live events.
• Overseeing staff welfare within the team.
• Responding to all enquiries in a timely, confident & professional manner, taking every opportunity to connect and identify fundraising event opportunities.
• Ad hoc duties as and when required (some out-of-hours work may be expected).
Essential: Ideal Candidate will:
• Be educated to degree level or higher.
• Possess excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Be self-reliant with strong writing abilities.
• Be honest and willing to travel to meet with volunteers and work flexible hours.
• Be proficient in IT, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Be adequately experienced in planning, advertising and executing successful events.
• Possess suitable administrative experience within a professional environment (internal communication, reporting, documenting; demonstrate exceptional writing, editing, and speaking skills).
• Be well versed in different fundraising requirements and strategies.
• Suitably experienced in strategic marketing and advertising.
• Possess a flexible approach to tasks and responsibilities.
• Possess a high level of motivation social skills
Desirable:
• Prior experience in event operations management, preferably in a fundraising or Islamic charity capacity.
• Experience with task management software.
• A basic understanding of Islamic values and Muslim practices.
• An awareness of Health and Safety values.
• Full licence and access to a car to drive to meet with community leaders, partners potential event venues and collaborators.
• Multilingual Skills
This role at Muslim Hands is dynamic and varied, perfect for someone who excels at multitasking and managing multiple events simultaneously. We seek a creative individual who consistently upholds high standards in their work. You must be highly organised, detail-oriented, and genuinely passionate about fundraising and event management. At Muslim Hands, we prioritise building long-lasting relationships with our partners and collaborating with them to make a significant humanitarian impact through meaningful national and international fundraising projects by being united for the needy.
Deadline for applications is 24th September 2024 however we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found.
NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Nuffield Council on Bioethics (NCOB) is looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and organised communications all-rounder to support our communication and engagement activities and assist in our mission to ‘Make Ethics Matter’.
The role
The Communications and Engagement Officer role combines work on events, stakeholder management, public affairs and communications, all seeking to build audience engagement and increase the profile and influence of the Nuffield Council on Bioethics.
The is a vital role within our Executive team, working across our priority areas and workstreams, with range of stakeholders, and utilising a variety of channels including in person and online events, website, email, social media and traditional media.
The Communications and Engagement Officer reports to the Senior Communications Manager and works closely with them across all communications functions. This post will have responsibility for updating our website, running our social media channels, producing internal and external newsletters and championing and maintaining our new brand identity, which is being introduced from November 2024. The post holder will also help to deliver our media relations and policy influencing activities, playing an active role in delivering media campaigns and in supporting our Parliamentary and Government engagement.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills across the full range of communications and engagement, working on projects and campaigns in the high-profile area of bioethics, and supporting our ambitious policy-influencing agenda.
About you
We are looking for someone with experience across the communications and engagement mix, including in events and internal communications, stakeholder management and digital and social media content creation. Our work focuses on research and policy in health and life sciences, and while you don’t need to be an expert in those areas, you should have an enthusiasm to develop knowledge of them and the ability to quickly get to grips with the landscape in which the Nuffield Council operates, our strategy and our target audiences.
You will enjoy working in a team environment and will have excellent written and verbal communication skills. You will be confident working with a range of stakeholders, ranging from subject specialists and academics to policy makers, journalists and members of the public. We are seeking someone who can think creatively about communicating complex and technical research and can work independently on a range of projects. You will be highly organised, with good project management skills and the ability to prioritise and work across several projects at once.
We are looking for someone with a creative mind, strong news sense and ability to tailor communications to the appropriate audience. You will be able to turn your hand to writing newsletter copy, consultation responses, stakeholder emails and event materials / briefings to a high standard. You will be able to distil key messages from our outputs and use them to create content for a range of communication channels and audiences.
Ideally, you will have some experience of managing both online and face-to-face events. You will be confident working with audio visual equipment and systems and have experience of using data for analysis, reporting and evaluation.
Stakeholder engagement is a big part of the role, so you will need some knowledge and experience of using databases/CRM systems to manage and report on stakeholder communications.
For further information about the role (including the full job description), please click through to the listing on our website.
About us
The Nuffield Council on Bioethics (NCOB) is a leading independent policy and research centre, and the foremost bioethics body in the UK. We are on a mission to embed ethics in decisions regarding biomedicine and heath so that we all benefit.
For over thirty years we have tackled some of the most complex and controversial bioethical issues facing society. We are funded jointly by the Nuffield Foundation, Wellcome and the Medical Research Council.
We aim to inform policy and public debate through timely consideration of the ethical questions raised by biological and medical research so that the benefits to society are realised in a way that is consistent with public values. Our work has led to shifts in public understanding and policy change on topics ranging from assisted reproduction and genome editing to managing the disagreements that arise in the care of critically ill children.
Central to our reputation and standing is our independence – we do not represent any particular group or view and we select our own topics, methodologies and outputs.
We select topics to examine through our horizon scanning programme and use a variety of approaches to identify, consider and resolve the ethical issues they raise. Our approach is multidisciplinary and deliberative. We draw on a wide range of expertise and experience and use the best available evidence.
We collaborate where our expertise complements those of other organisations (e.g. see our current collaboration on Genomics and AI Futures with the Ada Lovelace Institute).
We engage with a wide range of different voices and views and are committed to increasing the diversity of the people we work with. As part of the Nuffield Foundation, we are a small team with the practical support of an established organisation that cares for its employees.
Further information and how to apply
The closing date for applications is 09:30am (BST) on Monday 9th September 2024, with interviews scheduled to take place on Tuesday 24th September 2024.
We are committed to inclusive working practices and during the application process we commit to:
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As a Disability Confident employer, we will offer a guaranteed first stage interview for disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role.
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making any reasonable adjustments – for example providing documents in different formats, arranging for a sign language interpreter for interviews etc
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paying for travel costs (and any childcare or care costs) for interviews where in-person attendance is required
Our benefits package includes:
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Consideration of requests for part time and/or flexible working (eg compressed hours arrangements, job sharing etc)
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28 days holiday per annum and all public holidays (with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days).
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A salary exchange pension scheme that offers employer contributions of up to 11%.
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Life assurance scheme.
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Family leave policies that provide an enhanced level of pay.
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Cycle to work scheme and loans towards season tickets.
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Frequent opportunities for learning and development (including options for coaching and mentoring, and reading weeks)
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Support with your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including an employee assistance provider, a private GP service, personal health reviews with Bupa, a will and funeral planning service and a staff network of trained Mental Health First Aiders.
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Staff peer groups and social networks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Fundraising Manager (Products) to join an incredible well know mental health charity and lead a team of eight, managing the acquisition, mass participation,Community and Events programmes.
This is a hybrid role with 2 days a week in the London/ Cardiff office.
The Charity
A passionate charity providing advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health struggles, campaigning to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.
You will be joining a highly respected organisation known for its supportive and inclusive working culture, offering fantastic benefits such as 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 5 paid wellbeing days a year, a competitive pension scheme and flexible working, including flexitime and compressed hours, as well as much more!
The Role
Lead a team of nine fundraisers, directly managing four, to develop and deliver the strategy and planning of the Products portfolio, and supporting the Community, Events, Products team to reach its long-term goal.
Plan, implement and drive forwards the Products Team strategy with a focus on audience insight, portfolio management, marketing and stewardship.
Continuously developing and reviewing annual and longer-term budgets.
Provide excellent end-to-end supporter experience (from acquisition to retention) to all audiences who engage with the products team, working with stakeholders to ensure journeys are insight led, responding to audience need, documented and reported upon.
Identifying opportunities for income growth and scoping and acting on these as needed, including onboarding suppliers, due diligence, and risk management, and building internal support.
The Candidate
Experience in leadership of a team with a track record of achieving income targets and successfully leading a team to deliver in-year and longer-term strategies of 3 years or more.
A track record of meeting targets across acquisition campaigns and stewardship journeys, with experience of setting, monitoring and reforecasting on strategic budgets.
Experience of managing Acquisition, Mass Participation or Community and Events programmes.
Experience of successfully managing agencies and suppliers.
Experience in using innovation techniques to develop and implement strategies. This will also include experience in leading and/or supporting innovation projects to develop products and/or stewardship with a focus on income growth and supporter experience.
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 and your details will not be held further 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.
Senior Finance Business Partner – Finance
ODI
Senior Finance Business Partner – Finance
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £47,770 - £60,420 per annum
Location: London based hub – with hybrid working in the UK
Ref: FIN0224
About us
ODI is an independent, global think tank. We work to inspire people to act on injustice and inequality. Through research, convening and influencing, we generate ideas that matter for people and planet.
About the role
The Senior Finance Business Partner will play a critical role in supporting ODI's strategic decision-making and financial management processes. The post holder will lead on partnering with programme managers to provide insights, analysis, and advice on financial performance and strategic opportunities.
The Senior Finance Business Partner will work closely with a Finance Business Partner in supporting half of ODI’s programmes. The other half of programmes will be supported by another Senior Finance Business Partner and Finance Business Partner pairing.
The Senior Finance Business Partner will deputise for the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis when needed.
Other key responsibilities include:
- Produce, communicate and deliver robust financial plans for the programme; undertake regular forecasting and monitoring and reporting on performance against agreed budgets
- Communicate matters relating to financial planning and operations, exchange ideas and best practice, develop excellent relationships across areas and contribute positively in all aspects of the Department’s work.
- Scrutinise, and confirm funding of all hiring decisions in consultation with Human Resources and programmes
- Review and approve donor financial reports
- Lead on the production of the programme level management accounts
- Provide clear and visible leadership on financial management for programmes
- Mentor and develop the Finance Business Partner
About you
Knowlede and qualifications
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
- Current knowledge of relevant accounting standards and sector issues
- Ability to present financial data to a high level of accuracy, including to a non- finance audience
Experience
- A senior financial business partner role within a medium sized, non-profit organisation
- Extensive experience in a donor funded environment.
- Line management and staff development and motivation experience
- Experience in development of financial systems and processes
Skills/abilities
- Financial management and analysis skills
- Strategic thinking and collaborative strategy development
- Effective teamwork, inter-personal and collaboration skills
- Strong line management skills
- Values-driven and exceptional integrity, including ensuring a safe working environment and equal opportunities for all
- Exceptional written and oral communications skills
Closing date: 1st September 2024
Interview Date: w/c 9th September 2024
ODI is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applicants from a range of diverse backgrounds including those who experience intersectional marginalisation on the basis of their class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious identity or belief, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome applications from those living with disabilities.
We offer competitive salaries, a generous company pension scheme, hybrid working and a range of flexible, family-friendly and inclusive employment policies to support well-being.
ODI is an equal opportunities employer
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a collaborative team player who enjoys creating engaging content and bringing their own ideas and experience to create a sector-leading stewardship programme. Your role will convey the impact that philanthropic support is enabling for people affected by Parkinson’s - including those living with the condition, their friends and family and our wider community of philanthropists.
About the role
With support from the Philanthropy Lead, you’ll embed, develop and deliver a first-class supporter experience journey for £10k+ donors (c. 100 individuals, trusts and statutory funders), and lead on the stewardship content and campaign renewal asks for our £1k-£10k mid-value programme (raising £100k+ per year).
What you’ll do:
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Lead on the delivery of our mid-value programme for £1k-£10k supporters, including planning, creating and delivering communication and engagement opportunities and written asks for support linked to wider Parkinson’s UK campaigns
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Lead on the creation and delivery of the supporter experience strategy for £10k-£100k+ donors
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Devise regular donor e-communications which consolidate updates from across the charity and our research portfolio, and work with canvassers to create impact reports for major donors, trust and statutory funders using In Design
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Lead on embedding team stewardship processes including thanking, gift agreements and co-ordinating mailings
What you’ll bring:
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Creative and collaborative approach to identify opportunities to engage our high value audiences, with strong influencing and negotiation skills to secure buy-in for projects and new ways of working across the charity
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Excellent written communication skills with the ability to inform, persuade and inspire action
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An understanding of the principles of major donor fundraising, data protection regulations and supporter experience best practice
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Interest in learning about our fundraising priorities and developing an understanding and empathy with the Parkinson’s community which will be reflected through the outputs in this role
This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.
As well as flexible working hours, this role is offered on a flexible contract giving you the opportunity to also work from. You’ll be required to cover your own travel expenses to the office.
Interviews for this role will be held 23 September. Successful candidates may be invited to a second stage interview.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
We’re a people-powered movement on the verge of major breakthroughs in Parkinson’s. Together, we will find a cure.
Goodman Masson are exclusively partnered with a uniquely positioned charitable organisation to recruit for a Head of Finance. You will lead a small established team, with a focus on driving a strong business partnering approach with other teams across the organisation. You will also lead the finance team in delivering a full financial accounting and statutory reporting service.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Business Partner to step up into a Head of Finance position. Experience supporting fundraising teams will be absolutely essential for candidates.
Day to Day Responsibilities include:
- Oversee the provision of clear and timely management information to Directors (financial and non-financial)
- Develop and maintain business and financial planning processes, including annual budgeting and forecasts
- Drive financial ownership and understanding across the organisation ensuring budget holder knowledge
- Support the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors
- Provide support to fundraising teams in the completion of funding applications and following bids
- Recommend appropriate reporting process and format for restricted projects
- Ensure a strong internal financial control environment
Essentials:
- ACA, CCA, CIMA or CIPFA qualified Accountant or qualified by experience
- Ability to review complex financial information and present to different audiences
- Strong Business Partnering experience
- Experience supporting fundraising teams with exposure to individual giving
- Strong knowledge of restricted and unrestricted funding
Applications are being reviewed as and when they are received so please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered. Please note applications close on Wednesday 11th September.
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
PRODUCT MARKETING EXECUTIVE
Salary: £27,000 - £28,500 per annum pro rata
Department: Marketing, Fundraising and Engagement
Reports to: Product Marketing Manager
Location: Stratford w/ high-flex (1 - 2 days per week in the office)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract type: Fixed-term contract until end of March 2025
Closing date: Wednesday 4 September 2024, 23:55
Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you.
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Product Marketing Executive. We need you to support the development and delivery of our Fundraising marketing campaigns. Within this role you'll work across a portfolio of Social Fundraising Challenges, DIY Fundraising and Stand Up To Cancer in partnership with Channel 4, and you'll provide broad support for the delivery of the product marketing plan.
What will I be doing?
Supporting the translation of the product marketing plan and budget into cross-channel integrated briefs
Supporting the Product Marketing team on the delivery of brief outputs, coordinating the brief response, development and approval processes
Supporting the development of production specific briefs and working with internal teams to deliver data and digital campaign set-up requirements
Supporting the content and creative production process, working with agencies, freelancers and internal Creative Team to develop compelling creative across a range of channels
Working with UX experts to deliver pre-launch test and learn initiatives, sharing findings with the Senior Executive and optimising activity and assets based on results
Providing operational support for the campaign set-up and management process across all channels, including auditing campaign elements prior to launch
Supporting all aspects of campaign delivery including direct mail production and fulfilment and paid digital campaign delivery
Working with Adobe, Social and Marketing Delivery teams to deliver email, SMS, social and other specialist marketing activity
Conducting in-campaign and post-campaign analysis across all channels, evaluating against KPIs and preparing regular reports for the Senior Executive and Manager.
What skills will I need?
Experience of successfully delivering multi-channel campaigns, from planning through to execution and analysis
Understanding of end-to-end supporter journeys and the role of different channels in fully integrated campaigns
Experience of developing campaign assets for use across channels
Data-driven with an understanding of UX principles and experience of interpreting results and recommending opportunities for optimisation
Ability to prioritise, manage conflicting deadlines, work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks to deadline
Proven success of good stakeholder management, with the ability to build strong working relationships and collaborate effectively
Passionate marketer with an interest in external trends and developments
High level of IT literacy, including good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
What will I gain?
Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive.
In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well.
Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more.
We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture.
Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team.
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.
For more information on this career opportunity please or contact us at .
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Head of Programme Finance
UK - North West Based
Starting salary for this position is £54,588 per annum (plus contributory pension)
About MAG:
MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Manchester, UK, and working in 32 countries. We remove landmines and unexploded ordnance to release safe and productive land for communities, and work to reduce the threat of armed violence by supporting governments to safely manage weapons and ammunition. In 1997, MAG was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for our work campaigning for the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention.
About the role:
We are for looking for a highly motivated and experienced finance professional to lead and develop the HQ Programme Finance team in the delivery of strong financial controls and frameworks. Playing a key role in contributing to MAG’s overall strategic direction and management, you will influence local, regional and global internal stakeholders to deliver strong financial control and resilience, and lead on the delivery of multi-country contracts, liaising with key donors and external partners. You will build and develop the Programme Finance team to ensure robust and effective, high quality financial business partnering. You will also work with the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to provide insights into the monthly management accounts, including programme performance and risk narratives, and variance analysis.
About you:
We are looking for:
- CCAB or international equivalent professional accounting qualification
- Experience of financial management in a complex multi-site international organisation (featuring multi-currency and multi-contract project accounting)
- Experience of managing requirements of multiple grant/funding providers
- Experience of coordinating and preparing business planning for complex organisations
- Experience of fostering finance business partnering to international, multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of establishing and maintaining strong financial controls
- Experience of preparing and analysing management reporting for financial and non-financial users
You will need to demonstrate an ability to manage complex workloads and often competing deadlines, and establish and maintain strong financial controls which ensure we operate to the highest financial standards. You will also be able to influence diverse and disparate teams with competing priorities.
Further information and how to apply:
For the further information on the role, the application pack and details of how to apply, please visit the MAG website by the closing date of 15 September 2024.
Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding here and background checks here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available on our website.
MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £50,000 – 55,000
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Works with: Head of Business Incubation, Head of Marketing, Head of Operations – Maternity Cover
Applications due by: Midnight, 12th September 2024
Cockpit is a centre of excellence in craft and home to over 175 of the world’s finest makers. Established in 1986, Cockpit is a registered charity and an award-winning social enterprise. Cockpit provides business support and dedicated studio space to enable makers to make the most of their talent. With an international reputation for excellence, Cockpit is proud to have launched the careers of many of the leading names in contemporary craft.
As a key member of the leadership team, the Head of Development plays a vital role in securing significant income to support Cockpit’s activities and ambitions. Working closely with the Chief Executive, other members of the senior leadership team and the Board of Trustees, the Head of Development will deliver significant income for Cockpit against agreed fundraising targets, currently c£350,000.
This role would suit an entrepreneurial self-starter with significant fundraising experience and a demonstrable track record of securing funds from Trusts and Foundations. The role requires effective management of existing relationships and the ability to work strategically to attract new support. You will have a sound understanding of individual and corporate fundraising, planning campaigns and events with the ability to develop and deliver revenues from the same.
We are seeking an individual who is a real team player, wants to be involved in the development of Cockpit and who is highly competent, organised and efficient in their working practices and is a self-starter.
To apply:
1. Download the job pack from Cockpit's website.
2. Submit a CV along with a covering letter of no more than 500 words setting out your interest in Cockpit, this post and how your skills and experience fulfil the job description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for an enthusiastic fundraising Events Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in planning and delivering a variety of fundraising events both in the UK and overseas. You'll be at the heart of our event logistics team, ensuring every detail is meticulously planned and executed to provide an exceptional experience for our supporters. From liaising with venues and managing road closures to overseeing health and safety and coordinating travel arrangements, your work will directly contribute to the success of our events and the growth of our fundraising efforts.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
As a Fundraising Events Coordinator, you’ll collaborate closely with internal teams, event partners, and suppliers to bring our events portfolio to life. Your project management skills will be essential as you help develop and execute detailed event plans that align with our broader marketing and partnership strategies. Whether you're coordinating with local governments, organising commemorative ceremonies, or managing on-the-day logistics, your role will be essential in ensuring everything runs smoothly and meets our high standards.
In addition to the logistical aspects, you'll also play a key role in enhancing the overall supporter experience. Working with the wider team, you'll ensure that every interaction with our participants is positive and engaging, helping to build lasting relationships with our supporters. Your ability to contribute to event evaluations and provide insightful recommendations will be vital in refining our approach and maximising the impact of our future events.
If you’re someone with a passion for event management, a knack for building strong relationships, and a drive to make a difference, this role offers an exciting opportunity to do just that. Join us, and together we’ll create memorable events that not only raise funds but also inspire and connect with our supporters.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
You will be contracted to our London hub, Haig House. Under our Future Working framework, there will be some flexibility for remotely/at home, using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues, but with a minimum expectation of two days a week connection directly face-to-face with colleagues at the hub.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Actively Interviewing
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 Talent Set are delighted to be working with The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity to find their new Social Media and Content Manager.
The charity offers hybrid working (40% of time in the office) between home and Chelsea, London with travel to Sutton once a month.
The Social Media and Content Manager reports into the Senior Digital Manager and is responsible for 2 social officers. This is a key role in the Charity Marketing and Digital team working closely with colleagues across the organisation to plan, produce and manage sector-leading content that resonates with our audiences.
The post holder will manage content across multiple channels and platforms and possess a deep understanding of the content process through ideation, creation, publication, and promotion, serving appropriate content at the right time to support the needs of our audience and to meet Charity objectives.
The Charity Social Media and Content Manager will manage a busy content calendar with multiple competing priorities, measuring and evaluating social media activity using analytics packages and providing support to create and run social advertising campaigns when needed. They will use digital tools to help get the job done including, but not limited to, Trello, Sprout Social, Google Analytics, and Facebook Ads Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of a Social Media strategy with the aim of achieving growth across existing and future social media channels
- Monitor content and technology trends within the social media space and make recommendations for innovation and new content types.
- Provide regular reports on our social media activity to key stakeholders, including actionable insight and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Lead the day-to-day operational delivery and management of The Royal Marsden’s social media channels.
- Plan and programme daily social media content, including a mix of planned, evergreen and reactive content. Utilise a range of content planning tools, such as calendars and planning boards to maximise organisational efficiency in delivering a high-quality social media presence.
- Create and manage social media posts and campaigns, in collaboration with the PR & Comms and Marketing & Digital teams, sharing best practice and insight from analytics data to continually improve performance and engagement.
- Work with the Senior Digital Manager to manage our paid advertising programme and work with our digital marketing agency on delivery of these campaigns.
- Manage the Social Media and Content Officers and work with them on the management of our social media channels and schedule
- Work closely with the Charity Marketing & Digital team and Trust colleagues to further develop our content strategies.
Person Specification:
- Experience managing social media, preferably within a healthcare charity, with a medium to large social audience.
- Experience in running social media advertising campaigns on multiple channels.
- Professional digital publishing experience (using content management systems and social media publishing tools).
- Proven experience of managing content calendars and planning content across multiple channels and audiences.
- Experience of developing, managing, and implementing content strategy across multiple channels and audiences.
- Experience of reporting on social media KPIs to senior colleagues and regularly adapting strategies in light of on-going performance.
- An excellent understanding of social media and how it integrates with other digital communications.
- Excellent copy-editing and proofreading skills and an excellent understanding of the English language.
- Ability to understand complex subjects and make them easily understandable for audiences who do not have specialist knowledge.
- Ability to measure, interpret and explain digital metrics (Google Analytics / native social analytics).
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
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 reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Elrha is a global organisation that finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation.
As our new CEO, you will join us at an exciting time in our strategic evolution, providing overall strategic direction and operational responsibility.
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for tackling complex humanitarian challenges? Can you inspire and lead our teams with empathy and integrity, drive transformative change, and make a significant global impact through the delivery of our long-term strategy? Do you have the expertise to encourage leaders, peers and funders to address critical humanitarian challenges with evidence-based research and innovative solutions?
Join us at Elrha, and be at the forefront of addressing some of the world’s most challenging humanitarian problems through evidence-based research and innovative solutions, working collectively with global partners and stakeholders to drive forward thinking and initiatives that aim to tackle the most pressing humanitarian problems. You’ll be the strategist, innovator and thought leader to propel our mission forward.
We’re looking for someone who is:
- An experienced leader – proven dynamic leadership in humanitarian or international development, adept at steering organisations through change and fostering inclusive cultures.
- Experienced in the humanitarian sector – deep understanding of the international humanitarian system, policy drivers, and mechanisms for driving change through research and innovation.
- Able to create impactful partnerships and coalitions, emphasising collaborative and equitable relationships.
- Experienced with a proven track record in business development with demonstrated success in diversifying funding sources and securing long-term partnerships.
- Experienced in shaping organisational culture and aligning structures and systems with strategic goals with clear and transparent decision making.
- A strategic thinker and problem-solver, with skills in advocacy and convening.
We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups and from low-and middle-income countries.
Note for applicants:
- We will be able to offer visa sponsorship if the preferred candidate does not already have the right to work in the UK. Relocation assistance may also be available, subject to conditions.
- Please read through the full candidate information pack, the job description for a detailed list of requirements, and ensure you complete the personal statement to explain how you feel you meet the requirements of the role and why you feel this is next career move for you.
- When applying you will be taken through the Save the Children UK recruitment system. Elrha is an independent subsidiary of SCUK and benefits from some SCUK systems and processes.
Closing date: Monday 23 September 17:00 BST. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and our HR team may get in touch for further information or clarification.
Interview dates: 1st interview stage – 14 & 15 October (online) | 2nd interview stage – 28 October (in person in London). Shortlisted candidates will receive additional information at the appropriate time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an Events Fundraising Manager for a 12 month maternity cover contract to join an incredible mental health charity and lead a team of nine to deliver the strategy of the challenge and third party Events portfolio.
This is a hybrid role with 2 days a week in the London or Cardiff office.
The Charity
A passionate charity providing advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health struggles, campaigning to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.
You will be joining a highly respected organisation known for its supportive and inclusive working culture, offering fantastic benefits
such as 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 5 paid wellbeing days a year, a competitive pension scheme and flexible working, including flexitime and compressed hours, as well as much more!
The Role
Lead a team of nine to achieve a fundraising target of 4.7 Million. Strategically, it is focused on making continuous improvements to the portfolio. This includes increasing investment in places where there is headroom to grow, implementing outbound calling and an automated stewardship journey, and making improvements to the website and registration process.
Develop the strategic relationships with internal stakeholders and third-party suppliers and lead on projects to continuously improve the Community, Events, Products programme.
Take ownership for the strategic and operational planning of your fundraising team.
The Candidate
To be successful in this role you will be a strategic thinker, a confident team manager, and highly organised in leading a team to manage a portfolio of inspiring events - driving the programme forwards, maximising value, continuously improving ways of working, and innovating in response to need.
You will base your decisions on insight and engage a diverse range of supporters and connect them to opportunities to further support the work of the charity.
You will provide an excellent supporter experience inspiring participants to maximise the value of their gift, engage with other fundraising products and continue to support the work of the charity.
You will be an adaptable member of the Community, Events, Products team, contributing to the development of a culture of accountability, collaborative, and inclusivity.
You will have strong experience of working with external suppliers and partner agencies, negotiating costs, managing contracts and driving performance to achieve targets.
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 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.
We have big goals over the next few years.
We're going to be fighting for mental health in a way we never have before.
Together we'll be working to make sure everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets the support and respect they deserve.
Team information
Will you join us?
-This exciting role sits within our Strategic Communications and Marketing team. It forms part of a new cohesive approach to engaging internal audiences. The team sits within our Social Change department alongside digital, brand, creative, campaigning, policy, and media.
-Reporting to the Head of Federation Communications you'll head up the planning and delivery of our internal comms. You'll support delivery of our strategic communications plan and contribute towards creating a new federation-wide comms plan.
-You'll work closely with colleagues across Mind to connect and engage with staff to drive forward our bold plans, ensuring our vision, mission, and values run through all we do.
-You'll be responsible for managing and developing a team comprised of Senior Internal Communications Officer and Communications Assistant. As a team, you'll manage our day to day communications and engagement channels and play a key role in shaping our culture. You'll support and advise colleagues across Mind to plan and deliver top notch internal comms.
Key duties and responsibilities
The post holder will:
-Work closely with the Head of Federation Communications, Head of Strategic Communications and Marketing, and other senior leaders including our Executive team, to deliver our corporate narrative through internal communications.
-Develop and deliver an effective internal communications strategy and plans, in line with our overall strategic communications plan and broader corporate strategy.
-Align internal communications to our organisational development and change plans, working closely with our People, Culture and Equity teams to ensure internal communications is seen as, and delivers as, a key solution.
-Oversee day to day internal communications, taking the lead in developing and delivering impactful and cost-effective internal communications and engagement opportunities using a range of new and existing channels and tools.
-Manage staff, and occasional volunteers, including coaching, motivating and developing the skills of the team, and performing supervisions and appraisals.
-Write, edit and proofread internal communications, ensuring consistency and compliance with Mind's branding, values, key messages and style guidelines, ghost writing for senior staff when required. Signing off materials from other staff members when required to ensure the same.
-Act as Internal Communications lead on key change projects, working in close collaboration with other teams, ensuring priority projects are given adequate resource.
-Work closely with teams across Mind, supporting and advising colleagues on internal communications best practice, including planning, audiences, channels and messaging to ensure the most effective approach. Focusing on empowering staff to put internal audiences first, share information and increase staff engagement.
-Measure and evaluate your team's work to develop best practice, inform future plans and increase our understanding of key audiences, providing reports as required.
-Undertake other duties that may be necessary from time to time, and that are compatible with the nature and grade of this post.
Mind's equity statement
Mind is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Please refer to the Job Description while completing your application as candidates will be shortlisted based on how closely they match the criteria in the personal specification.
Actively Interviewing
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!
CIPS, the world's leading procurement and supply professional body, seeks an experienced finance professional to play a critical role in driving CIPS' transformation and ensuring financial robustness across all our global offices. You'll lead a dynamic global finance team across the UK, Australia & New Zealand, South Africa, and the Middle East, impacting 60,000 members in 150 countries.
Please note short application closing date of Monday 16th September.
As Finance Director, you will be responsible for:
- Strategic Leadership: Contribute to the development and execution of CIPS' overall strategy, ensuring alignment with financial priorities and organisational goals.
- Financial Management: Lead the annual business planning and budgeting process, ensuring financial prioritisation across all departments for operational budgets, corporate projects, and capital investments.
- Performance Analysis: Provide financial analysis and reporting on global performance, ensuring clarity and understanding at all levels of the business.
- Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all financial systems and processes are robust, compliant, and capable of supporting both current activities and future developments. Manage effective tax planning, financial risk management, and currency exposures.
- Audit & Governance: Oversee the timely management of the annual audit and financial accounts, ensuring adherence to governance standards and regulatory compliance.
- Team Development: Direct and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture that aligns with CIPS’ strategic objectives.
- Change Management: Be a champion of change, driving continuous improvement in financial processes and team effectiveness to support the organisation's transformation.
- Project Oversight: Provide strong advisory and oversight for all corporate projects, ensuring financial commitments are managed effectively.
About you:
- Qualifications:
- Professional financial qualification (ACA, ICAEW, or CIMA)
- Experience:
- Proven experience in managing a strategic financial team within a global organisation
- Extensive experience in international financial management and budget setting
- Demonstrable experience in ensuring financial compliance across multiple regions
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen
- Exceptional decision-making skills, with the ability to analyse complex scenarios and make strategic decisions
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, reflecting CIPS' values
- Leadership qualities that foster a collaborative and consultative environment
- Proficiency in change management, with the ability to secure stakeholder buy-in and transform concerns into confidence
- Commitment to fostering a high-performing organisation through continuous improvement and creative solutions
Why Join CIPS?
As the Finance Director at CIPS, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the procurement and supply profession. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a global, purpose-driven organisation that values integrity, compassion, connection, and dedication. Join us and be part of a community committed to making a positive difference in the world.
As well as offering an attractive salary, CIPS provides life assurance, private medical insurance, a bonus scheme, pension, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
To apply:
The expectation is for the Finance Director to work to a hybrid model with typically 2 days in the CIPS head office in Stamford, Lincolnshire, depending on requirements, and the balance working from home or with external meetings.
Please provide your current remuneration details, your CV in Word format with attached covering 1-2 page Supporting Statement in Word format setting out why you are interested in CIPS as an organisation, why the role of Finance Director is appealing to you and what you offer as a candidate to the position, the organisation and the wider profession. Please submit your CV and Supporting Statement with your application.
Applications close on Monday 16th September 2024.
Candidates for this position should be able to commence in post as soon as possible.
Please do not apply to CIPS directly.
Please provide your current remuneration details, your CV in Word format with attached covering 1-2 page Supporting Statement in Word format setting out why you are interested in CIPS as an organisation, why the role of Finance Director is appealing to you and what you offer as a candidate to the position, the organisation and the wider profession.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.