Business Development Manager (Wilder Marches) Salary: £15,610 - £16,571 pro rata (FTE £39,024-£41,427 per annum ) Location: Home based Some travel to Shrewsbury office and other locations within the project area will be required. Part Time, 21 hours per week Fixed Term - 8-month duration, likely commencing June 2024 Closing Date: 28th March 2024 1st Interviews: WC 8th April 2024 The Wilder Marches is an iconic cultural and ecological landscape straddling the English Welsh border, broadly defined by the Radnorshire Hills and Clun & NW Herefordshire national landscape character areas. Wilder Marches is also the name of a new initiative to bring about nature s recovery by creating and restoring habitat at scale in partnership with land managers and other agencies. The project is currently in a development phase, with the aim of this phase is to create specific projects, to secure funding for expansion, and to begin building a team of land management, green finance advisors, and project officers. One of these workstreams is the establishment of a business model that will be sustainable in the long term. This will be the primary responsibility of the successful candidate to further develop and deliver. Due to upcoming maternity leave, there is an opportunity to join the Wilder Marches team as Business Development Manager on a fixed term basis. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for developing new business models leveraging emerging green finance 2 approaches to support nature s recover to enable long term programme sustainability and delivery. The candidate will be expected to research and identify new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products and services. They will develop business models and plans to enable sustainable revenue for the programme. The candidate will present findings to the steering board for approval, and then provide a detailed road map to enable delivery of this. Some operational work including establishment of legal structures, development of a customer base and contract management may be required as part of the role. What we re looking for: o Commercial acumen with proven experience within the private, public, or charitable sector; especially regarding designing and implementing sustainable business models. o Financial budgeting experience, with the ability to forecast, analyse and model income and expenditure. o Motivated entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to manage own time effectively to deliver results. o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. o Strong planning and project management skills. o An understanding of emerging green finance mechanisms, such as Biodiversity Net Gain, Carbon and Nutrient Neutrality, or ability to effectively upskill in this area. Please note some evening and weekend work may be required from time to time. Time off in lieu of hours worked will be given if requested. The rate for full time per annum is £39,024-£41,427 for this role, please note as this role is for an 8-month period the salary is: £26,016 - £27,618 dependant on experience FTE We will consider those who would prefer to work on a consultancy basis. Please state this in your application if this is the case. Why work for us - benefits we offer: o Flexible working o Home working o Salary sacrifice scheme o Generous pension o Employee Assistance Programme o Support with training and development to assist career progression o Inclusive & supportive work atmosphere We value passion, respect, trust, integrity, strength in diversity, and pragmatic activism. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgemental and are inclusive. We want our people to be as diverse as nature, so we particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible. No enquiries from agencies or for further advertising will be taken. About us: Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has a vision of a thriving natural world, where Shropshire's wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature. We combine projects across Shropshire (including Telford & Wrekin) with advocacy and campaigning to restore nature and to engage people. We manage over 40 nature reserves and have almost 50 staff, 300 volunteers, and over 9000 members. SWT is an autonomous charity, but we are increasingly working collectively, as part of The Wildlife Trusts (TWT), to ensure that our local actions have a national impact and help to address global issues.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Business Development Manager (Wilder Marches) Salary: £15,610 - £16,571 pro rata (FTE £39,024-£41,427 per annum ) Location: Home based Some travel to Shrewsbury office and other locations within the project area will be required. Part Time, 21 hours per week Fixed Term - 8-month duration, likely commencing June 2024 Closing Date: 28th March 2024 1st Interviews: WC 8th April 2024 The Wilder Marches is an iconic cultural and ecological landscape straddling the English Welsh border, broadly defined by the Radnorshire Hills and Clun & NW Herefordshire national landscape character areas. Wilder Marches is also the name of a new initiative to bring about nature s recovery by creating and restoring habitat at scale in partnership with land managers and other agencies. The project is currently in a development phase, with the aim of this phase is to create specific projects, to secure funding for expansion, and to begin building a team of land management, green finance advisors, and project officers. One of these workstreams is the establishment of a business model that will be sustainable in the long term. This will be the primary responsibility of the successful candidate to further develop and deliver. Due to upcoming maternity leave, there is an opportunity to join the Wilder Marches team as Business Development Manager on a fixed term basis. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for developing new business models leveraging emerging green finance 2 approaches to support nature s recover to enable long term programme sustainability and delivery. The candidate will be expected to research and identify new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products and services. They will develop business models and plans to enable sustainable revenue for the programme. The candidate will present findings to the steering board for approval, and then provide a detailed road map to enable delivery of this. Some operational work including establishment of legal structures, development of a customer base and contract management may be required as part of the role. What we re looking for: o Commercial acumen with proven experience within the private, public, or charitable sector; especially regarding designing and implementing sustainable business models. o Financial budgeting experience, with the ability to forecast, analyse and model income and expenditure. o Motivated entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to manage own time effectively to deliver results. o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. o Strong planning and project management skills. o An understanding of emerging green finance mechanisms, such as Biodiversity Net Gain, Carbon and Nutrient Neutrality, or ability to effectively upskill in this area. Please note some evening and weekend work may be required from time to time. Time off in lieu of hours worked will be given if requested. The rate for full time per annum is £39,024-£41,427 for this role, please note as this role is for an 8-month period the salary is: £26,016 - £27,618 dependant on experience FTE We will consider those who would prefer to work on a consultancy basis. Please state this in your application if this is the case. Why work for us - benefits we offer: o Flexible working o Home working o Salary sacrifice scheme o Generous pension o Employee Assistance Programme o Support with training and development to assist career progression o Inclusive & supportive work atmosphere We value passion, respect, trust, integrity, strength in diversity, and pragmatic activism. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgemental and are inclusive. We want our people to be as diverse as nature, so we particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible. No enquiries from agencies or for further advertising will be taken. About us: Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has a vision of a thriving natural world, where Shropshire's wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature. We combine projects across Shropshire (including Telford & Wrekin) with advocacy and campaigning to restore nature and to engage people. We manage over 40 nature reserves and have almost 50 staff, 300 volunteers, and over 9000 members. SWT is an autonomous charity, but we are increasingly working collectively, as part of The Wildlife Trusts (TWT), to ensure that our local actions have a national impact and help to address global issues.
We have an amazing opportunity for a Local Growth Officer Barnet to join our Growth and Communities Team. Salary: £11,161.02 per annum Band E, Level 3 inclusive of Outer London Weighting (pro rata £32,553, Band E Level 3 inclusive of Outer London Weighting) Location: Home Based within Greater London (Barnet) Term: 2 Year Fixed-Term Contract Working Hours: 12 hours per week (including evenings and weekends) We re Scouts and everyone s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. About the Local Growth Officer Role: As a Local Growth Officer you will be pro-actively helping the District to achieve their growth ambitions focusing specifically on opening new sections by collaborating with local volunteers and our wider Growth & Communities team. You will provide practical hands on support that creates new spaces for young people to join, and recruit adult volunteers to support them, prioritising lower income communities, Muslim and Black, Asian minority ethnic families of young people. What we are looking for in our Local Growth Officer: Ability to work effectively as part of a remote team. Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage and deliver a varied workload and set of projects whilst ensuring effective prioritisation and balancing of the needs of a range of stakeholder Experience of working with volunteer organisations and groups. Experienced in community engagement and demonstrate an understanding of best practices when recruiting and supporting volunteers. Self-starter with the ability to work remotely. Able to operate an effective home-based office, juggling personal/family life with work Key responsibilities as our Local Growth Officer: Support and work in partnership with District Commissioners, Group Scout Leaders and other volunteers to open new sections to grow Scouting within the District according to the District Growth Plan. Open new sections in line with the District Growth Plan, and using local knowledge, collaborating with local volunteers and contributing to the ongoing development of the Growth Plan as needed to ensure that we are achieving our ambitions to create more Scouting opportunities for young people within IMD 13 areas and within predominantly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. Work with the relevant local lead volunteers, to understand their current community reach and identify opportunities for growth within their local areas. As our Local Growth Officer in return, we offer you: Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department Be proud to say you re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold) Plenty of opportunity for learning and development 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years Four extra days to look after your family when they need you Three extra days over Christmas Work with the relevant local lead volunteers, to understand their current community reach and identify opportunities for growth within their local areas. We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer Maternity/Paternity Leave Flexible working hours Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits Closing date for applications: 23:59 Sunday 31st March 2024 Interviews will be held on Saturday 13th April at The Scouts HQ, Gilwell Park The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds. Strictly no agencies.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
We have an amazing opportunity for a Local Growth Officer Barnet to join our Growth and Communities Team. Salary: £11,161.02 per annum Band E, Level 3 inclusive of Outer London Weighting (pro rata £32,553, Band E Level 3 inclusive of Outer London Weighting) Location: Home Based within Greater London (Barnet) Term: 2 Year Fixed-Term Contract Working Hours: 12 hours per week (including evenings and weekends) We re Scouts and everyone s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. About the Local Growth Officer Role: As a Local Growth Officer you will be pro-actively helping the District to achieve their growth ambitions focusing specifically on opening new sections by collaborating with local volunteers and our wider Growth & Communities team. You will provide practical hands on support that creates new spaces for young people to join, and recruit adult volunteers to support them, prioritising lower income communities, Muslim and Black, Asian minority ethnic families of young people. What we are looking for in our Local Growth Officer: Ability to work effectively as part of a remote team. Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage and deliver a varied workload and set of projects whilst ensuring effective prioritisation and balancing of the needs of a range of stakeholder Experience of working with volunteer organisations and groups. Experienced in community engagement and demonstrate an understanding of best practices when recruiting and supporting volunteers. Self-starter with the ability to work remotely. Able to operate an effective home-based office, juggling personal/family life with work Key responsibilities as our Local Growth Officer: Support and work in partnership with District Commissioners, Group Scout Leaders and other volunteers to open new sections to grow Scouting within the District according to the District Growth Plan. Open new sections in line with the District Growth Plan, and using local knowledge, collaborating with local volunteers and contributing to the ongoing development of the Growth Plan as needed to ensure that we are achieving our ambitions to create more Scouting opportunities for young people within IMD 13 areas and within predominantly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. Work with the relevant local lead volunteers, to understand their current community reach and identify opportunities for growth within their local areas. As our Local Growth Officer in return, we offer you: Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department Be proud to say you re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold) Plenty of opportunity for learning and development 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years Four extra days to look after your family when they need you Three extra days over Christmas Work with the relevant local lead volunteers, to understand their current community reach and identify opportunities for growth within their local areas. We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer Maternity/Paternity Leave Flexible working hours Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits Closing date for applications: 23:59 Sunday 31st March 2024 Interviews will be held on Saturday 13th April at The Scouts HQ, Gilwell Park The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds. Strictly no agencies.
Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Maidenhead, Berkshire
Trust and Corporate Fundraising Officer Location : Maidenhead, with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office Contract Type: Permanent Salary : Starting from 32,171 per annum, depending upon experience Hours : Full Time, 37 hours per week Who we are In the echo of history's whispers, there exists an organisation that transcends time - The Commonwealth War Graves Commission. The battlefields of these world wars are largely gone, but our cemeteries and memorials remain as a moving reminder of the events that took place there. The Commonwealth War Graves Foundation (CWGF) is the charitable arm of the CWGC. The CWGF highlights the work of the CWGC through projects that engage new audiences and find innovative ways to involve the community - through education and outreach, voluntary activity, arts and heritage projects, local research and partnership working. What you'll be doing As our Trusts & Corporate Fundraising Officer, you'll generate income by creating exceptional written applications and reports. To do this, you'll dive into research, keeping tabs on all fundraising opportunities. Working with different teams, you'll craft strong grant proposals. You'll bring in new corporate supporters by building relationships, sponsorships, and extra support. In this dynamic team, you'll plan costing, and execute various activities in a charity experiencing an invigorating period of expansion. What you need to have Experience of securing significant income from partnerships with trusts and/or corporates Organised, independent, easily multitask, good timekeeping, and deadline-driven Excellent communication/customer skills, especially with internal and external stakeholders Able to build strong and meaningful relationships Experience of working with databases What we offer 25 days annual leave, rising by 1 day per year of service up to a maximum of 30 Paid public holidays and paid office closure between Christmas and New Year Flexible working arrangements Generous Pension Scheme, with CWGC contributing up to 15% Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Cycle To Work & Electric Vehicle schemes Shopping Discounts How to Apply Apply via our Career Portal by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. As this is an active role, we will be interviewing as we go along, and the role will close when we have an offer accepted by a preferred candidate. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone's treated with dignity and respect. We won't discriminate against gender, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, or religion.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Trust and Corporate Fundraising Officer Location : Maidenhead, with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office Contract Type: Permanent Salary : Starting from 32,171 per annum, depending upon experience Hours : Full Time, 37 hours per week Who we are In the echo of history's whispers, there exists an organisation that transcends time - The Commonwealth War Graves Commission. The battlefields of these world wars are largely gone, but our cemeteries and memorials remain as a moving reminder of the events that took place there. The Commonwealth War Graves Foundation (CWGF) is the charitable arm of the CWGC. The CWGF highlights the work of the CWGC through projects that engage new audiences and find innovative ways to involve the community - through education and outreach, voluntary activity, arts and heritage projects, local research and partnership working. What you'll be doing As our Trusts & Corporate Fundraising Officer, you'll generate income by creating exceptional written applications and reports. To do this, you'll dive into research, keeping tabs on all fundraising opportunities. Working with different teams, you'll craft strong grant proposals. You'll bring in new corporate supporters by building relationships, sponsorships, and extra support. In this dynamic team, you'll plan costing, and execute various activities in a charity experiencing an invigorating period of expansion. What you need to have Experience of securing significant income from partnerships with trusts and/or corporates Organised, independent, easily multitask, good timekeeping, and deadline-driven Excellent communication/customer skills, especially with internal and external stakeholders Able to build strong and meaningful relationships Experience of working with databases What we offer 25 days annual leave, rising by 1 day per year of service up to a maximum of 30 Paid public holidays and paid office closure between Christmas and New Year Flexible working arrangements Generous Pension Scheme, with CWGC contributing up to 15% Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Cycle To Work & Electric Vehicle schemes Shopping Discounts How to Apply Apply via our Career Portal by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. As this is an active role, we will be interviewing as we go along, and the role will close when we have an offer accepted by a preferred candidate. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone's treated with dignity and respect. We won't discriminate against gender, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, or religion.
The Pilkington Family Trust
St. Helens, Merseyside
Job Title: Head of Welfare and Communities Location: Enterprise Centre, Salisbury Street, St Helens, Merseyside Salary: Salary 55,000 per annum, (potentially more for exceptional candidate) Job Type: Full time, permanent, 37.5 hours a week An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and innovative leader to head up our Welfare and Community Teams at the Pilkington Family Trust, an established endowed charity based in St Helens managed by Pilkington Retirement Services Limited. Job Purpose: Leadership and management of the Welfare and Community Teams including Ruskin Lodge To support the continued development and effective delivery of all Welfare and Community programmes To ensure compliance across all CQC regulatory activity To ensure safeguarding of vulnerable people we support is a priority including safe practice and management of breaches General Responsibilities: Deputise for the CEO in any absence including senior manager on call support The organisation works within a 24/7 care setting in which you may need to work any 5 of the 7 days in the week Welfare Programme: Manage the Welfare Team and Community Teams, ensuring appropriate supervision and support in line with the Trust policies Provide guidance and advice regarding the operation of the Welfare and Community Programme and suggest suitable changes, as appropriate, to the Chief Executive and Trustees Ensure that the Welfare and Community Programmes are person centred, meet the needs of individuals and the community, and are fit for purpose Management: As a member of the Senior Management Team, contribute to the overall operational control of the organisation and preparation of long-term strategic development plans of the Trust, ensuring effective communication to teams and volunteers Research and prepare annual operational plans, for the development of programmes, within the available Trust Funds' resources and in compliance with Health and Social Care policies and practices at national and local level Ensure that the Trust Funds supplement, do not duplicate, Government and/or Local Authority policies for beneficiaries Quality and Compliance: Ensure contract compliance and CQC regulatory compliance with all care and support services delivered at Ruskin Lodge under its CQC registration Ensure that all employees and Volunteers are aware of their responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act and conduct their work accordingly Develop and maintain with the CEO a robust audit programme and Service Improvement Plan for Welfare and Community Programme including Ruskin Lodge Finance: Ensure effective and robust financial controls and processes are in place for the management of designated budgets within your control Carry out monthly review of management accounts and budgets to ensure in line with agreed income and expenditure, and to identify deviations against agreed targets The Candidate: Reporting directly to the Chief Executive the Trust is looking for a highly experienced individual who will foster a culture of excellence, with a strong background in health and social care/ community development. The successful candidate will oversee a team that provides a community welfare programme and commissions services for older people across the UK. The post will also have responsibility for overseeing a respite service based in St Helens. The successful candidate must have a relevant social care qualification and substantial experience of managing both community and CQC regulated older people's services. The Trust will be embarking on a period of transformation, to ensure our services continue to meet the needs of our beneficiaries and communities including our focus to support the development of our staff teams. The successful candidate will support the development of new services, including new models of delivery. If you feel you fit the bill, then we would love to hear from you. PRSL is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we offer: Attractive salary, terms and conditions Employee Assistance Programme Group Personal Pension Plan Continual training and personal development opportunities A supportive ethos for the well-being of all colleagues Free onsite parking This is a perfect opportunity for somebody who is looking for their next challenge to shape the future landscape in a unique organisation. Closing date for applications: 12 Noon Friday 22nd March 2024 Interview dates: 2nd or 4th April 2024 Please Note: CV's alone will not be accepted. Please click on the APPLY button and attach your CV and supporting statement. Due to the nature of the role sponsorship and relocation assistance will not be provided so candidates must already possess the right to live and work in the UK to be eligible for the role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Community Manager, Community Team Leader, Community Development Manager, Community Development Team Leader, Health and Wellbeing Manager, Wellbeing Manager, Project Manager, Project Worker, Community Wellbeing Manager, Welfare Officer, Welfare Assistant may also be considered for this role.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Head of Welfare and Communities Location: Enterprise Centre, Salisbury Street, St Helens, Merseyside Salary: Salary 55,000 per annum, (potentially more for exceptional candidate) Job Type: Full time, permanent, 37.5 hours a week An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and innovative leader to head up our Welfare and Community Teams at the Pilkington Family Trust, an established endowed charity based in St Helens managed by Pilkington Retirement Services Limited. Job Purpose: Leadership and management of the Welfare and Community Teams including Ruskin Lodge To support the continued development and effective delivery of all Welfare and Community programmes To ensure compliance across all CQC regulatory activity To ensure safeguarding of vulnerable people we support is a priority including safe practice and management of breaches General Responsibilities: Deputise for the CEO in any absence including senior manager on call support The organisation works within a 24/7 care setting in which you may need to work any 5 of the 7 days in the week Welfare Programme: Manage the Welfare Team and Community Teams, ensuring appropriate supervision and support in line with the Trust policies Provide guidance and advice regarding the operation of the Welfare and Community Programme and suggest suitable changes, as appropriate, to the Chief Executive and Trustees Ensure that the Welfare and Community Programmes are person centred, meet the needs of individuals and the community, and are fit for purpose Management: As a member of the Senior Management Team, contribute to the overall operational control of the organisation and preparation of long-term strategic development plans of the Trust, ensuring effective communication to teams and volunteers Research and prepare annual operational plans, for the development of programmes, within the available Trust Funds' resources and in compliance with Health and Social Care policies and practices at national and local level Ensure that the Trust Funds supplement, do not duplicate, Government and/or Local Authority policies for beneficiaries Quality and Compliance: Ensure contract compliance and CQC regulatory compliance with all care and support services delivered at Ruskin Lodge under its CQC registration Ensure that all employees and Volunteers are aware of their responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act and conduct their work accordingly Develop and maintain with the CEO a robust audit programme and Service Improvement Plan for Welfare and Community Programme including Ruskin Lodge Finance: Ensure effective and robust financial controls and processes are in place for the management of designated budgets within your control Carry out monthly review of management accounts and budgets to ensure in line with agreed income and expenditure, and to identify deviations against agreed targets The Candidate: Reporting directly to the Chief Executive the Trust is looking for a highly experienced individual who will foster a culture of excellence, with a strong background in health and social care/ community development. The successful candidate will oversee a team that provides a community welfare programme and commissions services for older people across the UK. The post will also have responsibility for overseeing a respite service based in St Helens. The successful candidate must have a relevant social care qualification and substantial experience of managing both community and CQC regulated older people's services. The Trust will be embarking on a period of transformation, to ensure our services continue to meet the needs of our beneficiaries and communities including our focus to support the development of our staff teams. The successful candidate will support the development of new services, including new models of delivery. If you feel you fit the bill, then we would love to hear from you. PRSL is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we offer: Attractive salary, terms and conditions Employee Assistance Programme Group Personal Pension Plan Continual training and personal development opportunities A supportive ethos for the well-being of all colleagues Free onsite parking This is a perfect opportunity for somebody who is looking for their next challenge to shape the future landscape in a unique organisation. Closing date for applications: 12 Noon Friday 22nd March 2024 Interview dates: 2nd or 4th April 2024 Please Note: CV's alone will not be accepted. Please click on the APPLY button and attach your CV and supporting statement. Due to the nature of the role sponsorship and relocation assistance will not be provided so candidates must already possess the right to live and work in the UK to be eligible for the role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Community Manager, Community Team Leader, Community Development Manager, Community Development Team Leader, Health and Wellbeing Manager, Wellbeing Manager, Project Manager, Project Worker, Community Wellbeing Manager, Welfare Officer, Welfare Assistant may also be considered for this role.
Eden Brown is delighted to be partnering with an incredible Arts organisation who bring World Class ballet to a wide audience throughout the UK to recruit them a Head of Trusts and Corporates. This organisation bring dance to different communities and people of all ages. About the Role As Senior Major Gifts Manager, you will support both the organisations vision and the Development Department's strategy, to grow philanthropic income. Reporting to the Head of Major and Principal Gifts and line managing the Major Gifts Officer, you will nurture relationships with donors, develop the prospect pipeline and secure major gifts ( 10k - 250k per annum ) from high-net-worth individuals. You will also act as the primary Development liaison with the Events team, jointly overseeing our cultivation and stewardship events. You will be responsible for Identifying new donors and working with existing supporters, to secure 5 and 6 figure gifts. Proposing creative approaches to achieve personal and team income targets whilst providing excellent, engaging stewardship to donors. Overseeing the planning and execution of Development event, supported by the Events team. Managing the Major Gifts Officer, conducting regular 1:1's and supporting their development. About You To be successful as Senior Major Gifts Manager you will have had Experience of working in fundraising within the arts, higher education or third sectors and a demonstrable understanding of best practice in donor cultivation and stewardship. Experience of securing five and six-figure gifts from high net-worth individuals. Experience of working to targets, developing donor solicitation and stewardship plans. Experience or a good understanding of working for a performing arts organisation or in the broader arts and cultural space. Ability to understand of prospect research and network mapping This role is Hybrid in the London office with some home working available. To hear more about this incredible opportunity please call Laura Iliff on (phone number removed). Please note that applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Eden Brown is delighted to be partnering with an incredible Arts organisation who bring World Class ballet to a wide audience throughout the UK to recruit them a Head of Trusts and Corporates. This organisation bring dance to different communities and people of all ages. About the Role As Senior Major Gifts Manager, you will support both the organisations vision and the Development Department's strategy, to grow philanthropic income. Reporting to the Head of Major and Principal Gifts and line managing the Major Gifts Officer, you will nurture relationships with donors, develop the prospect pipeline and secure major gifts ( 10k - 250k per annum ) from high-net-worth individuals. You will also act as the primary Development liaison with the Events team, jointly overseeing our cultivation and stewardship events. You will be responsible for Identifying new donors and working with existing supporters, to secure 5 and 6 figure gifts. Proposing creative approaches to achieve personal and team income targets whilst providing excellent, engaging stewardship to donors. Overseeing the planning and execution of Development event, supported by the Events team. Managing the Major Gifts Officer, conducting regular 1:1's and supporting their development. About You To be successful as Senior Major Gifts Manager you will have had Experience of working in fundraising within the arts, higher education or third sectors and a demonstrable understanding of best practice in donor cultivation and stewardship. Experience of securing five and six-figure gifts from high net-worth individuals. Experience of working to targets, developing donor solicitation and stewardship plans. Experience or a good understanding of working for a performing arts organisation or in the broader arts and cultural space. Ability to understand of prospect research and network mapping This role is Hybrid in the London office with some home working available. To hear more about this incredible opportunity please call Laura Iliff on (phone number removed). Please note that applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.
HIGHTOWN HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
We currently have an opportunity for a full time (35 hours a week) Income Recovery Officer to join our dedicated team. The Income Recovery Officer will be responsible for providing a highly professional customer focused arrears recovery service to Hightown s residents in general needs housing and care and supported housing services. The duties will include monitoring rent accounts, taking appropriate action to identify and manage rent arrears in accordance with Hightown s procedures, legislation and best practice. The successful candidate will: Manage a patch of general needs and care and supported housing properties, ensuring that all rent accounts are monitored regularly, taking action in line with Hightown s procedures. Carry out home visits for general needs tenants and case review meetings in supported housing services. Ensure that clear and up to date information is maintained on the database Liaise with a wide variety of stakeholders, including: Tenants, Service Users, Support Workers, Service Users families, Appointees, Care and Supported Housing Staff and external agencies. Ensure rent account flags are in place and up to date to ensure appropriate and effective rent account management. To deal with enquiries about rent accounts. You will be self-motivated, with a commitment to improving our services and working collaboratively with colleagues. The contracted hours of work will be 9:00am until 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. You will be required to have some flexibility for training or to meet the needs of the business but if this is the case you will be given advanced notice. Benefits In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package. This includes: Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service Regular support from your line manager and colleagues Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary Annual salary and cost of living review Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a 130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us Friendly and supportive team environment Employee assistance helpline Mileage paid for car usage Well-equipped on-site gym About Us Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 8,000 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of 120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year. If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please apply below. Closing Date: Tuesday 19th March 2024 Interview Date: Thursday 28th March 2024 To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
We currently have an opportunity for a full time (35 hours a week) Income Recovery Officer to join our dedicated team. The Income Recovery Officer will be responsible for providing a highly professional customer focused arrears recovery service to Hightown s residents in general needs housing and care and supported housing services. The duties will include monitoring rent accounts, taking appropriate action to identify and manage rent arrears in accordance with Hightown s procedures, legislation and best practice. The successful candidate will: Manage a patch of general needs and care and supported housing properties, ensuring that all rent accounts are monitored regularly, taking action in line with Hightown s procedures. Carry out home visits for general needs tenants and case review meetings in supported housing services. Ensure that clear and up to date information is maintained on the database Liaise with a wide variety of stakeholders, including: Tenants, Service Users, Support Workers, Service Users families, Appointees, Care and Supported Housing Staff and external agencies. Ensure rent account flags are in place and up to date to ensure appropriate and effective rent account management. To deal with enquiries about rent accounts. You will be self-motivated, with a commitment to improving our services and working collaboratively with colleagues. The contracted hours of work will be 9:00am until 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. You will be required to have some flexibility for training or to meet the needs of the business but if this is the case you will be given advanced notice. Benefits In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package. This includes: Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service Regular support from your line manager and colleagues Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary Annual salary and cost of living review Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a 130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us Friendly and supportive team environment Employee assistance helpline Mileage paid for car usage Well-equipped on-site gym About Us Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 8,000 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of 120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year. If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please apply below. Closing Date: Tuesday 19th March 2024 Interview Date: Thursday 28th March 2024 To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Business Development Manager (Wilder Marches) Salary: £15,610 - £16,571 pro rata (FTE £39,024-£41,427 per annum ) Location: Home based Some travel to Shrewsbury office and other locations within the project area will be required. Part Time, 21 hours per week Fixed Term - 8-month duration, likely commencing June 2024 Closing Date: 28th March 2024 1st Interviews: WC 8th April 2024 The Wilder Marches is an iconic cultural and ecological landscape straddling the English Welsh border, broadly defined by the Radnorshire Hills and Clun & NW Herefordshire national landscape character areas. Wilder Marches is also the name of a new initiative to bring about nature s recovery by creating and restoring habitat at scale in partnership with land managers and other agencies. The project is currently in a development phase, with the aim of this phase is to create specific projects, to secure funding for expansion, and to begin building a team of land management, green finance advisors, and project officers. One of these workstreams is the establishment of a business model that will be sustainable in the long term. This will be the primary responsibility of the successful candidate to further develop and deliver. Due to upcoming maternity leave, there is an opportunity to join the Wilder Marches team as Business Development Manager on a fixed term basis. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for developing new business models leveraging emerging green finance 2 approaches to support nature s recover to enable long term programme sustainability and delivery. The candidate will be expected to research and identify new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products and services. They will develop business models and plans to enable sustainable revenue for the programme. The candidate will present findings to the steering board for approval, and then provide a detailed road map to enable delivery of this. Some operational work including establishment of legal structures, development of a customer base and contract management may be required as part of the role. What we re looking for: o Commercial acumen with proven experience within the private, public, or charitable sector; especially regarding designing and implementing sustainable business models. o Financial budgeting experience, with the ability to forecast, analyse and model income and expenditure. o Motivated entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to manage own time effectively to deliver results. o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. o Strong planning and project management skills. o An understanding of emerging green finance mechanisms, such as Biodiversity Net Gain, Carbon and Nutrient Neutrality, or ability to effectively upskill in this area. Please note some evening and weekend work may be required from time to time. Time off in lieu of hours worked will be given if requested. The rate for full time per annum is £39,024-£41,427 for this role, please note as this role is for an 8-month period the salary is: £26,016 - £27,618 dependant on experience FTE We will consider those who would prefer to work on a consultancy basis. Please state this in your application if this is the case. Why work for us - benefits we offer: o Flexible working o Home working o Salary sacrifice scheme o Generous pension o Employee Assistance Programme o Support with training and development to assist career progression o Inclusive & supportive work atmosphere We value passion, respect, trust, integrity, strength in diversity, and pragmatic activism. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgemental and are inclusive. We want our people to be as diverse as nature, so we particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible. No enquiries from agencies or for further advertising will be taken. About us: Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has a vision of a thriving natural world, where Shropshire's wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature. We combine projects across Shropshire (including Telford & Wrekin) with advocacy and campaigning to restore nature and to engage people. We manage over 40 nature reserves and have almost 50 staff, 300 volunteers, and over 9000 members. SWT is an autonomous charity, but we are increasingly working collectively, as part of The Wildlife Trusts (TWT), to ensure that our local actions have a national impact and help to address global issues.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Business Development Manager (Wilder Marches) Salary: £15,610 - £16,571 pro rata (FTE £39,024-£41,427 per annum ) Location: Home based Some travel to Shrewsbury office and other locations within the project area will be required. Part Time, 21 hours per week Fixed Term - 8-month duration, likely commencing June 2024 Closing Date: 28th March 2024 1st Interviews: WC 8th April 2024 The Wilder Marches is an iconic cultural and ecological landscape straddling the English Welsh border, broadly defined by the Radnorshire Hills and Clun & NW Herefordshire national landscape character areas. Wilder Marches is also the name of a new initiative to bring about nature s recovery by creating and restoring habitat at scale in partnership with land managers and other agencies. The project is currently in a development phase, with the aim of this phase is to create specific projects, to secure funding for expansion, and to begin building a team of land management, green finance advisors, and project officers. One of these workstreams is the establishment of a business model that will be sustainable in the long term. This will be the primary responsibility of the successful candidate to further develop and deliver. Due to upcoming maternity leave, there is an opportunity to join the Wilder Marches team as Business Development Manager on a fixed term basis. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for developing new business models leveraging emerging green finance 2 approaches to support nature s recover to enable long term programme sustainability and delivery. The candidate will be expected to research and identify new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products and services. They will develop business models and plans to enable sustainable revenue for the programme. The candidate will present findings to the steering board for approval, and then provide a detailed road map to enable delivery of this. Some operational work including establishment of legal structures, development of a customer base and contract management may be required as part of the role. What we re looking for: o Commercial acumen with proven experience within the private, public, or charitable sector; especially regarding designing and implementing sustainable business models. o Financial budgeting experience, with the ability to forecast, analyse and model income and expenditure. o Motivated entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to manage own time effectively to deliver results. o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. o Strong planning and project management skills. o An understanding of emerging green finance mechanisms, such as Biodiversity Net Gain, Carbon and Nutrient Neutrality, or ability to effectively upskill in this area. Please note some evening and weekend work may be required from time to time. Time off in lieu of hours worked will be given if requested. The rate for full time per annum is £39,024-£41,427 for this role, please note as this role is for an 8-month period the salary is: £26,016 - £27,618 dependant on experience FTE We will consider those who would prefer to work on a consultancy basis. Please state this in your application if this is the case. Why work for us - benefits we offer: o Flexible working o Home working o Salary sacrifice scheme o Generous pension o Employee Assistance Programme o Support with training and development to assist career progression o Inclusive & supportive work atmosphere We value passion, respect, trust, integrity, strength in diversity, and pragmatic activism. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgemental and are inclusive. We want our people to be as diverse as nature, so we particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible. No enquiries from agencies or for further advertising will be taken. About us: Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has a vision of a thriving natural world, where Shropshire's wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature. We combine projects across Shropshire (including Telford & Wrekin) with advocacy and campaigning to restore nature and to engage people. We manage over 40 nature reserves and have almost 50 staff, 300 volunteers, and over 9000 members. SWT is an autonomous charity, but we are increasingly working collectively, as part of The Wildlife Trusts (TWT), to ensure that our local actions have a national impact and help to address global issues.
Nature Recovery Officer Are you motivated by improving our environment for local communities? An exciting opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as a Nature Recovery Officer. You will play a key role in engaging with communities on facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district, and thereby delivering on the council s climate change and nature priorities. This fixed contract post offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in working in environmental conservation and engaging with communities? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council s ambition for a sustainable future. From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico s maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable our communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking an enthusiastic Nature Recovery Officer, who will support the Nature Recovery Lead in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature conservation specialist in the Council s climate team, delivering on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council s new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as climate related workstreams. With support from our Nature Recovery Lead, you will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district. You will also help to secure external funding for projects and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for someone who is interested in nature recovery and is keen to work with communities to restore, enhance and conserve our environment. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to BTEC, HND, HNC, NVQ level 4/5 or degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Ensure all relevant customers and company information is captured and recorded accurately • Ability to work independently under pressure and within tight deadlines • Ability to work with others to deliver key outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Nature Recovery Officer Are you motivated by improving our environment for local communities? An exciting opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as a Nature Recovery Officer. You will play a key role in engaging with communities on facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district, and thereby delivering on the council s climate change and nature priorities. This fixed contract post offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in working in environmental conservation and engaging with communities? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council s ambition for a sustainable future. From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico s maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable our communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking an enthusiastic Nature Recovery Officer, who will support the Nature Recovery Lead in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature conservation specialist in the Council s climate team, delivering on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council s new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as climate related workstreams. With support from our Nature Recovery Lead, you will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district. You will also help to secure external funding for projects and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for someone who is interested in nature recovery and is keen to work with communities to restore, enhance and conserve our environment. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to BTEC, HND, HNC, NVQ level 4/5 or degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Ensure all relevant customers and company information is captured and recorded accurately • Ability to work independently under pressure and within tight deadlines • Ability to work with others to deliver key outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
We have an amazing opportunity for a Local Growth Officer Barnet to join our Growth and Communities Team. Salary: £11,161.02 per annum Band E, Level 3 inclusive of Outer London Weighting (pro rata £32,553, Band E Level 3 inclusive of Outer London Weighting) Location: Home Based within Greater London (Barnet) Term: 2 Year Fixed-Term Contract Working Hours: 12 hours per week (including evenings and weekends) We re Scouts and everyone s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. About the Local Growth Officer Role: As a Local Growth Officer you will be pro-actively helping the District to achieve their growth ambitions focusing specifically on opening new sections by collaborating with local volunteers and our wider Growth & Communities team. You will provide practical hands on support that creates new spaces for young people to join, and recruit adult volunteers to support them, prioritising lower income communities, Muslim and Black, Asian minority ethnic families of young people. What we are looking for in our Local Growth Officer: Ability to work effectively as part of a remote team. Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage and deliver a varied workload and set of projects whilst ensuring effective prioritisation and balancing of the needs of a range of stakeholder Experience of working with volunteer organisations and groups. Experienced in community engagement and demonstrate an understanding of best practices when recruiting and supporting volunteers. Self-starter with the ability to work remotely. Able to operate an effective home-based office, juggling personal/family life with work Key responsibilities as our Local Growth Officer: Support and work in partnership with District Commissioners, Group Scout Leaders and other volunteers to open new sections to grow Scouting within the District according to the District Growth Plan. Open new sections in line with the District Growth Plan, and using local knowledge, collaborating with local volunteers and contributing to the ongoing development of the Growth Plan as needed to ensure that we are achieving our ambitions to create more Scouting opportunities for young people within IMD 13 areas and within predominantly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. Work with the relevant local lead volunteers, to understand their current community reach and identify opportunities for growth within their local areas. As our Local Growth Officer in return, we offer you: Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department Be proud to say you re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold) Plenty of opportunity for learning and development 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years Four extra days to look after your family when they need you Three extra days over Christmas Work with the relevant local lead volunteers, to understand their current community reach and identify opportunities for growth within their local areas. We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer Maternity/Paternity Leave Flexible working hours Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits Closing date for applications: 23:59 Sunday 31st March 2024 Interviews will be held on Saturday 13th April at The Scouts HQ, Gilwell Park The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds. Strictly no agencies.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
We have an amazing opportunity for a Local Growth Officer Barnet to join our Growth and Communities Team. Salary: £11,161.02 per annum Band E, Level 3 inclusive of Outer London Weighting (pro rata £32,553, Band E Level 3 inclusive of Outer London Weighting) Location: Home Based within Greater London (Barnet) Term: 2 Year Fixed-Term Contract Working Hours: 12 hours per week (including evenings and weekends) We re Scouts and everyone s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. About the Local Growth Officer Role: As a Local Growth Officer you will be pro-actively helping the District to achieve their growth ambitions focusing specifically on opening new sections by collaborating with local volunteers and our wider Growth & Communities team. You will provide practical hands on support that creates new spaces for young people to join, and recruit adult volunteers to support them, prioritising lower income communities, Muslim and Black, Asian minority ethnic families of young people. What we are looking for in our Local Growth Officer: Ability to work effectively as part of a remote team. Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage and deliver a varied workload and set of projects whilst ensuring effective prioritisation and balancing of the needs of a range of stakeholder Experience of working with volunteer organisations and groups. Experienced in community engagement and demonstrate an understanding of best practices when recruiting and supporting volunteers. Self-starter with the ability to work remotely. Able to operate an effective home-based office, juggling personal/family life with work Key responsibilities as our Local Growth Officer: Support and work in partnership with District Commissioners, Group Scout Leaders and other volunteers to open new sections to grow Scouting within the District according to the District Growth Plan. Open new sections in line with the District Growth Plan, and using local knowledge, collaborating with local volunteers and contributing to the ongoing development of the Growth Plan as needed to ensure that we are achieving our ambitions to create more Scouting opportunities for young people within IMD 13 areas and within predominantly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. Work with the relevant local lead volunteers, to understand their current community reach and identify opportunities for growth within their local areas. As our Local Growth Officer in return, we offer you: Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department Be proud to say you re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold) Plenty of opportunity for learning and development 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years Four extra days to look after your family when they need you Three extra days over Christmas Work with the relevant local lead volunteers, to understand their current community reach and identify opportunities for growth within their local areas. We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer Maternity/Paternity Leave Flexible working hours Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits Closing date for applications: 23:59 Sunday 31st March 2024 Interviews will be held on Saturday 13th April at The Scouts HQ, Gilwell Park The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds. Strictly no agencies.
The starting salary for this role is £38,746 per annum for working 36-hours per week. This is a 24-month secondment / fixed term contract opportunity. We are currently looking for a Land Management Officer to join the rapidly expanding Natural Capital team. The headline ambition for Surrey County Council's land portfolio is to be places of innovation to rebuild biodiversity, manage our resources sustainably and contribute to nature recovery. Our approach will include rewilding principles, woodland creation, regenerative agriculture, agroforestry and income diversification. The team works flexibly through a mix of office and home-based working, you will also be required to travel to visit sites across the County. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the role The Land Management Officer reports into the Ecosystem Services Manager, with close links to other parts of Surrey County Council Countryside teams, Land and Property, Planning, as well as the wider organisation, project teams and its partners. The role will be responsible for implementing a land management policy which sets out the principles for how our natural assets will be managed to support the Council's corporate objectives. Working with tenants and land managers, you will identify opportunities and create innovative projects. These projects will support and embed the policy within everyday Council behaviour and values using agreements, tenancies, and service level agreements. You will work closely with a broad range of customers and stakeholders and will have a sound understanding of land management and/or agriculture. Good conservation experience and knowledge is essential as is a passion for achieving environmental outcomes and supporting Surrey's Greener future. Some of the key outputs of this role include: Contributing to major projects such as The River Thames Scheme Collating and analysing layers of information, data, and research to support both the overall project and decision-making Working collaboratively with County Council colleagues to plan and prioritise engagement with landowners and managers Developing a local network with the forestry and land management sector, sharing skills and knowledge with those supporting environmental land-use decisions Delivering successful project outcomes using project & programme management frameworks, policies, tools and templates Managing funding bids, evidence gathering, detailed costing, partner engagement, bid writing, tracking and monitoring Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting, your CV and personal statement will clearly evidence the following attributes, skills, and expertise: Strong written and verbal communication with negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/professionals Ability to manage a range of projects through to completion, with good IT skills in areas such as Outlook and Microsoft Office Experience of working with the public, community partners and diverse groups Determined and resilient approach to completing tasks with the ability to work effectively under pressure, both independently and within a team, and plan your own workload Knowledge and understanding of appropriate land management processes and ability to work on your own using solution focused problem-solving skills Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 31/03/2024 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
The starting salary for this role is £38,746 per annum for working 36-hours per week. This is a 24-month secondment / fixed term contract opportunity. We are currently looking for a Land Management Officer to join the rapidly expanding Natural Capital team. The headline ambition for Surrey County Council's land portfolio is to be places of innovation to rebuild biodiversity, manage our resources sustainably and contribute to nature recovery. Our approach will include rewilding principles, woodland creation, regenerative agriculture, agroforestry and income diversification. The team works flexibly through a mix of office and home-based working, you will also be required to travel to visit sites across the County. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the role The Land Management Officer reports into the Ecosystem Services Manager, with close links to other parts of Surrey County Council Countryside teams, Land and Property, Planning, as well as the wider organisation, project teams and its partners. The role will be responsible for implementing a land management policy which sets out the principles for how our natural assets will be managed to support the Council's corporate objectives. Working with tenants and land managers, you will identify opportunities and create innovative projects. These projects will support and embed the policy within everyday Council behaviour and values using agreements, tenancies, and service level agreements. You will work closely with a broad range of customers and stakeholders and will have a sound understanding of land management and/or agriculture. Good conservation experience and knowledge is essential as is a passion for achieving environmental outcomes and supporting Surrey's Greener future. Some of the key outputs of this role include: Contributing to major projects such as The River Thames Scheme Collating and analysing layers of information, data, and research to support both the overall project and decision-making Working collaboratively with County Council colleagues to plan and prioritise engagement with landowners and managers Developing a local network with the forestry and land management sector, sharing skills and knowledge with those supporting environmental land-use decisions Delivering successful project outcomes using project & programme management frameworks, policies, tools and templates Managing funding bids, evidence gathering, detailed costing, partner engagement, bid writing, tracking and monitoring Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting, your CV and personal statement will clearly evidence the following attributes, skills, and expertise: Strong written and verbal communication with negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/professionals Ability to manage a range of projects through to completion, with good IT skills in areas such as Outlook and Microsoft Office Experience of working with the public, community partners and diverse groups Determined and resilient approach to completing tasks with the ability to work effectively under pressure, both independently and within a team, and plan your own workload Knowledge and understanding of appropriate land management processes and ability to work on your own using solution focused problem-solving skills Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 31/03/2024 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
About The Role Closing date: 4th April. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our Legacy fundraising team at Alzheimer's Society. The charity has an enviable track record with income seeing exponential growth over the last 5 years achieving over £40m in 2023/24. Legacy income accounts for 25% of the total income for the Society and this is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to grow.Working with the Legacy Case Team you will maximise income through good file management whilst at the same time seeking out opportunities to add value through diligent case work. We would love to welcome more outstanding people to join our exciting journey to make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.Alzheimer's Society have recently been named on the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 ! We have achieved excellent scores for workplace happiness, pride, and job satisfaction. This is a fantastic achievement and we're incredibly proud as this is fantastic indication of how far we've travelled over the past few years. About you: We are looking for a highly organised and enthusiastic individual with excellent attention to detail. You will have an excellent knowledge of Wills, Probate and Trust Law, proven experience in legacy administration and file management together with the ILM Certificate in Charity Legacy Administration or equivalent qualification. Experience in using First Class 4 application, Microsoft office applications and a proven ability to manage your own workload. To be responsible for personal learning and development, to support the learning and development of others and the whole organisation. About Alzheimer's Society At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
About The Role Closing date: 4th April. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our Legacy fundraising team at Alzheimer's Society. The charity has an enviable track record with income seeing exponential growth over the last 5 years achieving over £40m in 2023/24. Legacy income accounts for 25% of the total income for the Society and this is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to grow.Working with the Legacy Case Team you will maximise income through good file management whilst at the same time seeking out opportunities to add value through diligent case work. We would love to welcome more outstanding people to join our exciting journey to make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.Alzheimer's Society have recently been named on the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 ! We have achieved excellent scores for workplace happiness, pride, and job satisfaction. This is a fantastic achievement and we're incredibly proud as this is fantastic indication of how far we've travelled over the past few years. About you: We are looking for a highly organised and enthusiastic individual with excellent attention to detail. You will have an excellent knowledge of Wills, Probate and Trust Law, proven experience in legacy administration and file management together with the ILM Certificate in Charity Legacy Administration or equivalent qualification. Experience in using First Class 4 application, Microsoft office applications and a proven ability to manage your own workload. To be responsible for personal learning and development, to support the learning and development of others and the whole organisation. About Alzheimer's Society At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.
About the role We are looking for an enthusiastic Business Support Officer to join a small team supporting the delivery of StreetScene's chargeable services. The role will require effective administration, inspection and enforcement of matters associated with the provision of beach huts across the district, sports pitch hire, memorial benches, boat registration, and allotments among other administrative duties such as updating the service's webpages and social media accounts. About you As a customer focused, experienced administrator with demonstrable experience of operating online booking systems, you will be methodical and organised and able to plan your often conflicting workload to meet deadlines. You will be competent in the use of Microsoft Office and capable of learning other IT applications. You will be adept at communicating with people at all levels, and able to build rapport and credibility quickly. If you have a passion for delivering a professional customer focused service, the skills to maximize income collection and the experience to build and maintain excellent working relations we would be delighted to hear from you. You will need to be able to visit sites throughout the district so a valid driving license and access to suitable transport are essential (reasonable adjustments may be possible according to the Equality Act). About us In return, you will be part of a Gold Investors in People (IiP) organisation which works together with local people to create great value services and an outstanding community, economy and environment in which people want to live, work, visit and enjoy now, and for future generations. And with our wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, our highly flexible and collaborative hybrid Worksmart working arrangements as well as our commitment to continuous learning and development, you can be confident of joining a dedicated community of colleagues who are Happy, Healthy and Here. For more about working for East Devon District Council, visit For an informal discussion, please contact Vicki Saunders, StreetScene Office Manager on or email Closing date: 31 March 2024 at midnight. Interviews will be held during week commencing 15 April 2024. To apply, please click "Apply Now".
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
About the role We are looking for an enthusiastic Business Support Officer to join a small team supporting the delivery of StreetScene's chargeable services. The role will require effective administration, inspection and enforcement of matters associated with the provision of beach huts across the district, sports pitch hire, memorial benches, boat registration, and allotments among other administrative duties such as updating the service's webpages and social media accounts. About you As a customer focused, experienced administrator with demonstrable experience of operating online booking systems, you will be methodical and organised and able to plan your often conflicting workload to meet deadlines. You will be competent in the use of Microsoft Office and capable of learning other IT applications. You will be adept at communicating with people at all levels, and able to build rapport and credibility quickly. If you have a passion for delivering a professional customer focused service, the skills to maximize income collection and the experience to build and maintain excellent working relations we would be delighted to hear from you. You will need to be able to visit sites throughout the district so a valid driving license and access to suitable transport are essential (reasonable adjustments may be possible according to the Equality Act). About us In return, you will be part of a Gold Investors in People (IiP) organisation which works together with local people to create great value services and an outstanding community, economy and environment in which people want to live, work, visit and enjoy now, and for future generations. And with our wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, our highly flexible and collaborative hybrid Worksmart working arrangements as well as our commitment to continuous learning and development, you can be confident of joining a dedicated community of colleagues who are Happy, Healthy and Here. For more about working for East Devon District Council, visit For an informal discussion, please contact Vicki Saunders, StreetScene Office Manager on or email Closing date: 31 March 2024 at midnight. Interviews will be held during week commencing 15 April 2024. To apply, please click "Apply Now".
Nature Recovery Officer Are you motivated by improving our environment for local communities? An exciting opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as a Nature Recovery Officer. You will play a key role in engaging with communities on facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district, and thereby delivering on the council's climate change and nature priorities. This fixed contract post offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in working in environmental conservation and engaging with communities? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council's ambition for a sustainable future. From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico's maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable our communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking an enthusiastic Nature Recovery Officer, who will support the Nature Recovery Lead in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature conservation specialist in the Council's climate team, delivering on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council's new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as climate related workstreams. With support from our Nature Recovery Lead, you will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district. You will also help to secure external funding for projects and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for someone who is interested in nature recovery and is keen to work with communities to restore, enhance and conserve our environment. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to BTEC, HND, HNC, NVQ level 4/5 or degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Ensure all relevant customers and company information is captured and recorded accurately • Ability to work independently under pressure and within tight deadlines • Ability to work with others to deliver key outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on apply now within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Nature Recovery Officer Are you motivated by improving our environment for local communities? An exciting opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as a Nature Recovery Officer. You will play a key role in engaging with communities on facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district, and thereby delivering on the council's climate change and nature priorities. This fixed contract post offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in working in environmental conservation and engaging with communities? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council's ambition for a sustainable future. From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico's maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable our communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking an enthusiastic Nature Recovery Officer, who will support the Nature Recovery Lead in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature conservation specialist in the Council's climate team, delivering on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council's new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as climate related workstreams. With support from our Nature Recovery Lead, you will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district. You will also help to secure external funding for projects and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for someone who is interested in nature recovery and is keen to work with communities to restore, enhance and conserve our environment. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to BTEC, HND, HNC, NVQ level 4/5 or degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Ensure all relevant customers and company information is captured and recorded accurately • Ability to work independently under pressure and within tight deadlines • Ability to work with others to deliver key outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on apply now within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
We are recruiting for an experienced Community Development Officer to work for our client in Warwickshire covering Nuneaton, Rugby and Bedford working for a non profit client and you would be working from home, you will have the flexibility on hours and you will manage your time and role accordingly As the Community Development Officer you will work 35 hours per week however on occasion you might be asked to attend a meeting on a weekend or evening but you would flex your hours accordingly as our client is all about a work life balance, however you can take the time back in the week We are looking for a Community Development Officer who will build relationships with community and business influencers at a decision maker level. As the Community Development Officer, the primary responsibilities are: Create and maintain plans that will help meet the needs of our 3rd party partners and community groups. Build long-term relationships with clients, community partners and people of influence within the common bond. Notify the operational team of new sales and cross-selling opportunities. Become familiar with the competition both locally and within the financial marketplace. Help promote and maintain a positive company image. Actively promoting our client's services both on a 121 basis as well as to larger groups, businesses, and community leaders and decision makers Arrange promotional activity where appropriate both B2B and B2C to potential members Provide support for community influencers promoting our client directly to their local community. As the Community Development Officer your Key responsibilities are Develop and maintain robust relationships with organisations and local groups within the clients common bond and work collaboratively with them to promote and endorse the client to their services users, customers, and employees. Provide input into developing new savings and loan products that are attractive to individuals, organisations, or businesses, meeting current market demand whilst being sustainable and affordable to the client. Provide input into the development of marketing and promotional plans, ensuring appropriate materials are available for distribution to groups or to support static promotion of the client in exhibitions, displays, community forums, etc. Ensure the cleint representation at any suitable event where there is a potential to increase membership or build business relationships. Ensure all ad hoc media/social media opportunities are taken. Assist with data management and updating records to ensure all opportunities and contact details are captured and regularly reported Key relationships as the Community Development Officer CEO, as main spokesperson for the credit union, ultimate compliance sign-off and line manager You will work closely with the SMT and Marketing Specialist on products and services, providing information to guide direction as well as arranging face to face support within the community. Colleagues across the business to ensure that all actions and agreements remain compliant and in line with area policy Essential (you MUST have these) to be successful as the Community Development Officer An ambition for growth and love of a challenge A commercial approach Good organisational skills are key with experience of managing large amounts of data being essential Excellent communication skills, including presenting at a senior level Several years' experience in developing relationships up to and including decision makers at board level and persons of influence. Experience of working within a regulated environment (preferably Financial Services) Strong experience of managing social media output, media relationships and lead generation A strong commitment to the co-operative approach Great knowledge of and passion for our communities Proven record of maintaining pipeline of potential strategic contacts Desirable (you MAY have these) and it would be a bonus but not essential B2B/B2C sales management experience Understanding of issues concerning the financially excluded Understanding of local charity and government support in place for low income families Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
We are recruiting for an experienced Community Development Officer to work for our client in Warwickshire covering Nuneaton, Rugby and Bedford working for a non profit client and you would be working from home, you will have the flexibility on hours and you will manage your time and role accordingly As the Community Development Officer you will work 35 hours per week however on occasion you might be asked to attend a meeting on a weekend or evening but you would flex your hours accordingly as our client is all about a work life balance, however you can take the time back in the week We are looking for a Community Development Officer who will build relationships with community and business influencers at a decision maker level. As the Community Development Officer, the primary responsibilities are: Create and maintain plans that will help meet the needs of our 3rd party partners and community groups. Build long-term relationships with clients, community partners and people of influence within the common bond. Notify the operational team of new sales and cross-selling opportunities. Become familiar with the competition both locally and within the financial marketplace. Help promote and maintain a positive company image. Actively promoting our client's services both on a 121 basis as well as to larger groups, businesses, and community leaders and decision makers Arrange promotional activity where appropriate both B2B and B2C to potential members Provide support for community influencers promoting our client directly to their local community. As the Community Development Officer your Key responsibilities are Develop and maintain robust relationships with organisations and local groups within the clients common bond and work collaboratively with them to promote and endorse the client to their services users, customers, and employees. Provide input into developing new savings and loan products that are attractive to individuals, organisations, or businesses, meeting current market demand whilst being sustainable and affordable to the client. Provide input into the development of marketing and promotional plans, ensuring appropriate materials are available for distribution to groups or to support static promotion of the client in exhibitions, displays, community forums, etc. Ensure the cleint representation at any suitable event where there is a potential to increase membership or build business relationships. Ensure all ad hoc media/social media opportunities are taken. Assist with data management and updating records to ensure all opportunities and contact details are captured and regularly reported Key relationships as the Community Development Officer CEO, as main spokesperson for the credit union, ultimate compliance sign-off and line manager You will work closely with the SMT and Marketing Specialist on products and services, providing information to guide direction as well as arranging face to face support within the community. Colleagues across the business to ensure that all actions and agreements remain compliant and in line with area policy Essential (you MUST have these) to be successful as the Community Development Officer An ambition for growth and love of a challenge A commercial approach Good organisational skills are key with experience of managing large amounts of data being essential Excellent communication skills, including presenting at a senior level Several years' experience in developing relationships up to and including decision makers at board level and persons of influence. Experience of working within a regulated environment (preferably Financial Services) Strong experience of managing social media output, media relationships and lead generation A strong commitment to the co-operative approach Great knowledge of and passion for our communities Proven record of maintaining pipeline of potential strategic contacts Desirable (you MAY have these) and it would be a bonus but not essential B2B/B2C sales management experience Understanding of issues concerning the financially excluded Understanding of local charity and government support in place for low income families Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Job Title: Visitor Services Manager Location: Henry Moore Institute, Leeds city centre Salary: 31,000 per annum + 12.5% pension contribution + Other benefits Job type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 35 hours per week including alternate weekends, or as determined by the duty management roster Closing Date: 10am, Monday 22 April 2024 Interview Date: Thursday 2 May 2024 at Henry Moore Institute, Leeds city centre This is an exciting opportunity to join in a new role at the Henry Moore Institute, one of the world's leading centres for the study of sculpture, offering a programme of exhibitions that complements and animates a broad range of research activities. About The Role: The Visitor Services Manager provides the welcoming public face for all visitors to the Institute and is responsible for the day to day management and development of the Front of House team and oversight of the retail space. Working closely with Programme and Operations colleagues, you will ensure that interpretation information, facilities, staffing and other resources offered are of the highest possible standard and are able to be safely enjoyed by all. We are looking for a highly organised 'people' person who can lead by example with an exemplary customer welcome and convey a keen interest in the arts, while also helping to deliver a profitable retail operation which contributes to the overall visitor experience. About you: The successful candidate will have at least two years' experience of managing people in a customer-facing operation, together with an understanding of visitor engagement You will enjoy working with the public and be able to remain calm in all situations Experience of working in a cultural or charitable organisation is desirable, as is a keen interest in modern and contemporary art Benefits: We want everyone to be the very best that they can be and we will work closely with you to agree some clear performance goals which provide you with continual development. We support you on your development at work and your career goals Enhanced benefits for maternity, paternity and adoption pay Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% Time off for family emergencies (unpaid) and compassionate leave (paid) is awarded in the unfortunate event of the death of a direct family member Free access to our 24-hour confidential personal assistance and counselling scheme offering a wide range of support services e.g. managing money, retirement, returning to work after a break, bereavement, advice with caring for relatives, divorce, abuse, etc Company sick pay (includes SSP) on the completion of 6 months' service Income Protection insurance covers up to 50% of your salary if you are absent due to sickness from the 7th month of absence up to 5 years (subject to HMF terms and conditions and acceptance onto the scheme by the insurers) Life insurance provides your family with financial support should you die while in our employment (subject to HMF terms and conditions and acceptance onto the scheme by the insurers) Vouchers for a free eye sight test for DSE (Display Screen Equipment) users Interest-free loan of up to 1,000 to assist with the purchase of annual travel tickets, a car, bicycle or personal computer/laptop 10% Discount in the HMF book/gift shops Additional Information: We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community and under-represented groups. If you are excited by this opportunity and have the skills and experience we're looking for, then take a look at the application pack on our website where you'll find more information about the job and how to apply. Please click on the APPLY button to be sent an email with further instructions. Candidates with the experience of; Head of Visitor Services, Visitor Services Team Leader, Customer Relations Manager, Head of Reception, Retail Manager, Reception Manager, Front of House, Visitor Services Manager, Client relations, Head of Visitor Services, Client Services, Client Relationship Manager, Manager, Line Manager, Visitor Relations Manager, Customer Service Manager, Customer Services Coordinator, Senior Receptionist, Customer Services Supervisor, Senior Tourism & Events Officer will also be considered for this role.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Visitor Services Manager Location: Henry Moore Institute, Leeds city centre Salary: 31,000 per annum + 12.5% pension contribution + Other benefits Job type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 35 hours per week including alternate weekends, or as determined by the duty management roster Closing Date: 10am, Monday 22 April 2024 Interview Date: Thursday 2 May 2024 at Henry Moore Institute, Leeds city centre This is an exciting opportunity to join in a new role at the Henry Moore Institute, one of the world's leading centres for the study of sculpture, offering a programme of exhibitions that complements and animates a broad range of research activities. About The Role: The Visitor Services Manager provides the welcoming public face for all visitors to the Institute and is responsible for the day to day management and development of the Front of House team and oversight of the retail space. Working closely with Programme and Operations colleagues, you will ensure that interpretation information, facilities, staffing and other resources offered are of the highest possible standard and are able to be safely enjoyed by all. We are looking for a highly organised 'people' person who can lead by example with an exemplary customer welcome and convey a keen interest in the arts, while also helping to deliver a profitable retail operation which contributes to the overall visitor experience. About you: The successful candidate will have at least two years' experience of managing people in a customer-facing operation, together with an understanding of visitor engagement You will enjoy working with the public and be able to remain calm in all situations Experience of working in a cultural or charitable organisation is desirable, as is a keen interest in modern and contemporary art Benefits: We want everyone to be the very best that they can be and we will work closely with you to agree some clear performance goals which provide you with continual development. We support you on your development at work and your career goals Enhanced benefits for maternity, paternity and adoption pay Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% Time off for family emergencies (unpaid) and compassionate leave (paid) is awarded in the unfortunate event of the death of a direct family member Free access to our 24-hour confidential personal assistance and counselling scheme offering a wide range of support services e.g. managing money, retirement, returning to work after a break, bereavement, advice with caring for relatives, divorce, abuse, etc Company sick pay (includes SSP) on the completion of 6 months' service Income Protection insurance covers up to 50% of your salary if you are absent due to sickness from the 7th month of absence up to 5 years (subject to HMF terms and conditions and acceptance onto the scheme by the insurers) Life insurance provides your family with financial support should you die while in our employment (subject to HMF terms and conditions and acceptance onto the scheme by the insurers) Vouchers for a free eye sight test for DSE (Display Screen Equipment) users Interest-free loan of up to 1,000 to assist with the purchase of annual travel tickets, a car, bicycle or personal computer/laptop 10% Discount in the HMF book/gift shops Additional Information: We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community and under-represented groups. If you are excited by this opportunity and have the skills and experience we're looking for, then take a look at the application pack on our website where you'll find more information about the job and how to apply. Please click on the APPLY button to be sent an email with further instructions. Candidates with the experience of; Head of Visitor Services, Visitor Services Team Leader, Customer Relations Manager, Head of Reception, Retail Manager, Reception Manager, Front of House, Visitor Services Manager, Client relations, Head of Visitor Services, Client Services, Client Relationship Manager, Manager, Line Manager, Visitor Relations Manager, Customer Service Manager, Customer Services Coordinator, Senior Receptionist, Customer Services Supervisor, Senior Tourism & Events Officer will also be considered for this role.
Lead Nature Recovery Officer Are you passionate about nature recovery in the local area? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as Lead Nature Recovery Officer. You will lead on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects providing high quality and robust ecological advice to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district and on Council owned land, and thereby delivering on the Council s climate change and nature priorities. This permanent role offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in taking the next stage in your career in environmental conservation? Or are you already a Nature Recovery Officer, who is experienced in providing sound environmental guidance? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the Council s ambition for a sustainable future From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico s maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking a highly competent Nature Recovery Lead to play a pivotal role in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature-conservation specialist in the Council s climate team, spearheading biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council s new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as some climate related workstreams. You will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement=through an innovative and practical solutions-based approach. You will also represent the Council in external collaborations and consultations, secure external funding for projects, report on the biodiversity budget to Central Government, and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for a proficient Nature Recovery Lead, but we would also welcome applications from candidates looking to step up in their career. We want to support you, harness your potential and for you to flourish in your role long term. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to a degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Experience of working flexibly as part of a team and collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders • Ability to remain calm and confident when dealing with challenging customers and environments • Ability to resolve complex issues by negotiation • Deliver commitments and take ownership of own caseload, reshaping of plans to deliver required outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Lead Nature Recovery Officer Are you passionate about nature recovery in the local area? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as Lead Nature Recovery Officer. You will lead on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects providing high quality and robust ecological advice to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district and on Council owned land, and thereby delivering on the Council s climate change and nature priorities. This permanent role offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in taking the next stage in your career in environmental conservation? Or are you already a Nature Recovery Officer, who is experienced in providing sound environmental guidance? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the Council s ambition for a sustainable future From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico s maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking a highly competent Nature Recovery Lead to play a pivotal role in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature-conservation specialist in the Council s climate team, spearheading biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council s new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as some climate related workstreams. You will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement=through an innovative and practical solutions-based approach. You will also represent the Council in external collaborations and consultations, secure external funding for projects, report on the biodiversity budget to Central Government, and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for a proficient Nature Recovery Lead, but we would also welcome applications from candidates looking to step up in their career. We want to support you, harness your potential and for you to flourish in your role long term. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to a degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Experience of working flexibly as part of a team and collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders • Ability to remain calm and confident when dealing with challenging customers and environments • Ability to resolve complex issues by negotiation • Deliver commitments and take ownership of own caseload, reshaping of plans to deliver required outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Financial Controller Location : Cambridge, UK Salary : £64,000 - £68,000 p.a. full-time equivalent, dependent on experience Basis : 18 month fixed-term contract; full-time, part-time or flexible Eligibility : You must be eligible to work in the UK The role We are looking to recruit a fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Financial Controller to oversee the day-to-day financial management of the Raspberry Pi Foundation and its charitable subsidiaries in Ireland, India, and the USA. The Raspberry Pi Foundation has an annual expenditure of £15m and employs 160 people in the UK, Ireland, India and the USA. We are anticipating further growth in the coming years. Reporting to the Director of Operations and working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, you will manage all aspects of the finances of the charity and its subsidiaries. The role will include financial planning, budgeting and analysis, management accounting, and statutory accounting, including the annual audit, tax compliance, payroll, and oversight of financial policies, processes, and systems across our group entities. You will lead a highly-skilled team of finance professionals, including a Finance Business Partner, two Senior Accounts Assistants, and a Finance Apprentice. The ideal candidate will have experience of leading a Not-for-Profit finance function, excellent knowledge of UK charity accounting requirements. You will have strong analytical ability and attention to detail. You will be accustomed to working with colleagues at all levels of the organisation and will be used to presenting and communicating financial information to non-finance people. We welcome candidates who have had, and experience of managing non-UK subsidiaries. We strive to make the Foundation a place where talented people who care about our mission can do the best work of their careers. We have a flexible and collaborative approach to all aspects of our work. If you're the right person for the job, we'll make it work for you, and you can be confident that you'll be working with an exceptional team. Responsibilities Work with the Chief Financial Officer, Director of Operations, and members of the Leadership team to develop the annual budget and mid-year reforecast Manage the monthly accounting cycle for group entities, including month-end procedures Monitor and develop the financial performance reporting of group entities, including the production of monthly management accounts, cash flow reporting, and any other reports required by the Board and Leadership team Work closely with the Fundraising and Partnerships team to oversee income, including financial reporting and compliance on contract and grant income Develop, manage, and review financial policies, systems, and controls across group entities, and train and support colleagues to uphold financial policies and processes Prepare and/or review all year-end information for the auditors and liaise with them to ensure that the audit runs efficiently across group entities Prepare the statutory accounts in the UK and Ireland, and ensure that all accounting-related filings are made in the USA and India on a timely basis Ensure that all financial practices are conducted in compliance with Charities SORP (FRS 102) and other relevant regulations Ensure effective tax management and compliance, including VAT and Gift Aid Build, lead, and manage a highly skilled team, providing clear direction and support to enable them to do the best work of their careers Experience and personal attributes We recognise that everyone has the potential for growth, and we welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they have some, but not all, of the experience and personal attributes listed here. A current accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent Experience of working with charity accounting practices including SORP, and complying with the specific tax regime regarding UK charities Experience in creating management accounts, P&L reports, and balance sheet reconciliations Experience working in a multi-currency environment with international subsidiaries Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills and good attention to detail Effective communication skills, particularly the ability to produce well-written commentaries and coherent supporting documentation when required Experience using accounting software, ideally Xero, and other financial software, e.g. ApprovalMax, Fathom Proficiency in MS Excel, including using formulae and pivot tables Experience in leading a remote team, coaching and developing people, and managing performance through giving and receiving feedback About us The Raspberry Pi Foundation is a UK-based educational charity with the mission to enable young people to realise their full potential through the power of computing and digital technologies. Established in 2008 and first known for our product - the wildly successful Raspberry Pi computer - the Foundation has developed education programmes, learning experiences, and products that are helping millions of young people learn vital new knowledge and skills We are at the forefront of the global movement to help young people learn about computing and digital making. Benefits In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits for all of our colleagues, including: 25 days' annual leave initially, growing to 30 days after five years service Company-wide close down for 3 days at the end of the year Generous company pension scheme with 8% employer and 4% employee contributions Private healthcare Life assurance and long-term illness insurance policy Investment in professional development and learning Flexible work hours as needed, to fit around childcare or other commitments Generous family leave policy Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loan
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Financial Controller Location : Cambridge, UK Salary : £64,000 - £68,000 p.a. full-time equivalent, dependent on experience Basis : 18 month fixed-term contract; full-time, part-time or flexible Eligibility : You must be eligible to work in the UK The role We are looking to recruit a fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Financial Controller to oversee the day-to-day financial management of the Raspberry Pi Foundation and its charitable subsidiaries in Ireland, India, and the USA. The Raspberry Pi Foundation has an annual expenditure of £15m and employs 160 people in the UK, Ireland, India and the USA. We are anticipating further growth in the coming years. Reporting to the Director of Operations and working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, you will manage all aspects of the finances of the charity and its subsidiaries. The role will include financial planning, budgeting and analysis, management accounting, and statutory accounting, including the annual audit, tax compliance, payroll, and oversight of financial policies, processes, and systems across our group entities. You will lead a highly-skilled team of finance professionals, including a Finance Business Partner, two Senior Accounts Assistants, and a Finance Apprentice. The ideal candidate will have experience of leading a Not-for-Profit finance function, excellent knowledge of UK charity accounting requirements. You will have strong analytical ability and attention to detail. You will be accustomed to working with colleagues at all levels of the organisation and will be used to presenting and communicating financial information to non-finance people. We welcome candidates who have had, and experience of managing non-UK subsidiaries. We strive to make the Foundation a place where talented people who care about our mission can do the best work of their careers. We have a flexible and collaborative approach to all aspects of our work. If you're the right person for the job, we'll make it work for you, and you can be confident that you'll be working with an exceptional team. Responsibilities Work with the Chief Financial Officer, Director of Operations, and members of the Leadership team to develop the annual budget and mid-year reforecast Manage the monthly accounting cycle for group entities, including month-end procedures Monitor and develop the financial performance reporting of group entities, including the production of monthly management accounts, cash flow reporting, and any other reports required by the Board and Leadership team Work closely with the Fundraising and Partnerships team to oversee income, including financial reporting and compliance on contract and grant income Develop, manage, and review financial policies, systems, and controls across group entities, and train and support colleagues to uphold financial policies and processes Prepare and/or review all year-end information for the auditors and liaise with them to ensure that the audit runs efficiently across group entities Prepare the statutory accounts in the UK and Ireland, and ensure that all accounting-related filings are made in the USA and India on a timely basis Ensure that all financial practices are conducted in compliance with Charities SORP (FRS 102) and other relevant regulations Ensure effective tax management and compliance, including VAT and Gift Aid Build, lead, and manage a highly skilled team, providing clear direction and support to enable them to do the best work of their careers Experience and personal attributes We recognise that everyone has the potential for growth, and we welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they have some, but not all, of the experience and personal attributes listed here. A current accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent Experience of working with charity accounting practices including SORP, and complying with the specific tax regime regarding UK charities Experience in creating management accounts, P&L reports, and balance sheet reconciliations Experience working in a multi-currency environment with international subsidiaries Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills and good attention to detail Effective communication skills, particularly the ability to produce well-written commentaries and coherent supporting documentation when required Experience using accounting software, ideally Xero, and other financial software, e.g. ApprovalMax, Fathom Proficiency in MS Excel, including using formulae and pivot tables Experience in leading a remote team, coaching and developing people, and managing performance through giving and receiving feedback About us The Raspberry Pi Foundation is a UK-based educational charity with the mission to enable young people to realise their full potential through the power of computing and digital technologies. Established in 2008 and first known for our product - the wildly successful Raspberry Pi computer - the Foundation has developed education programmes, learning experiences, and products that are helping millions of young people learn vital new knowledge and skills We are at the forefront of the global movement to help young people learn about computing and digital making. Benefits In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits for all of our colleagues, including: 25 days' annual leave initially, growing to 30 days after five years service Company-wide close down for 3 days at the end of the year Generous company pension scheme with 8% employer and 4% employee contributions Private healthcare Life assurance and long-term illness insurance policy Investment in professional development and learning Flexible work hours as needed, to fit around childcare or other commitments Generous family leave policy Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loan
Fundraising Officer (Community & Events) Location: Hybrid Salary: £22,000 to £28,000 per annum (depending on experience) Role Status: 35 hours per week Make a lasting impact by joining our team as a Fundraising Officer (Community & Events) and help us transform the lives of those affected by meningitis. About the job This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to move into a career in the charity and fundraising sector. We would welcome applications from people with limited fundraising experience, but who have transferrable skills and experience to the role. You will become an integral part of the Fundraising Team at Meningitis Now, as we look to grow our programme of events and continue to proactively seek opportunities in communities throughout the UK. You will support the fundraising team in the development and delivery of our community fundraising programme, by seeking successful fundraising opportunities through supporters, schools, universities, and associations throughout the UK. Supporting the development of the events programme, in recruitment of participants through a variety of effective marketing communications and excellent stewardship, ensuring they maximise their fundraising potential. You will also be required to manage the day-to-day logistics of events which may include working with external suppliers or Meningitis Now volunteers. You will have the opportunity to lead on at least one event which may include any of the following events in our current programme: London Marathon, Five Valleys Walk, Great North Run, London Landmarks Half Marathon along with a trekking challenge. Key Duties and Responsibilities: To work as part of a team to deliver the annual fundraising plan and income target. Lead on the delivery of at least one Meningitis Now fundraising event. Deliver excellent supporter care including supporter recruitment, development, and stewardship. Create and implement successful marketing plans for the events portfolio using a range of communication channels to drive enquiry numbers and conversions to ensure that all events are filled to an agreed participant target number. Work with the communications and marketing team to provide content for social media campaigns with the aim of recruiting participants. Develop fundraising opportunities across a broad range of target markets including community organisations, schools, and universities. Recruit and motivate supporters, encouraging innovative fundraising ideas to help achieve targets. Develop positive relationships with all supporters with the aim of achieving long-term and sustainable support, through written communications, telephone conversations, face to face meetings, and attendance at events. Use the database as an effective fundraising tool, maintaining individual records, making data selections to agreed briefs and analysing performance. Manage suppliers including event companies and marketing agencies, ensuring high standards of delivery and cost control are always maintained. Be an active member of the Fundraising and Communications team, attending and supporting fundraising events as and when required. Keep accurate records and the database (Salesforce) up to date with all supporter communications. Ensure that all data protection requirements are upheld. Champion the Fundraising Regulator s Codes of Practice. What we're looking for: The successful candidate will have excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to create and implement successful marketing plans using a range of communication channels. You will have the ability to motivate and inspire others and have high levels of project and event management, with the ability to communicate with confidence and fluency. You will feel at ease speaking over the phone, email and in person with a broad range of people; for example, families affected by meningitis. Skills and Experience: Professional fundraising, marketing or sales experience preferably within a charity. Event and/or project management. Experience of working on cross-organisational projects. Experience of delivering exceptional supporter care. Working in target driven environments. Achieving financial targets & budget setting. Experience of producing a range of effective communications. Experience of using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Database. Data protection (Preferably within the charity sector). Excellent relationship management skills, with ability to motivate and inspire others. Excellent networking skills. Engaging interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with confidence and fluency. Strong administration, ability to plan, balance and cope with competing priorities. Excellent written and telephone communication skills. Numeracy and attention to detail. Empathy, often working with individuals who have been affected by meningitis. Competency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. Strong self-motivation with ability to work on own initiative identifying and maximising fundraising opportunities. Desirable Selection Criteria: Professional marketing or fundraising qualification Member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Working with volunteers Other Requirements: Commitment to the goals and values of Meningitis Now Occasional out-of-hour travel and attendance at support events, when required Other requirements as determined by the organisation Full UK driving license In return, we offer a wide range of benefits, including: 30 days annual leave per annum, pro rata plus bank holidays Enrolment into our employer matched pension scheme (matched up to 5%) Life Assurance Scheme (4 x annual salary) Hybrid Working Policy Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay Fertility Treatment Policy Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave Long-term Service Rewards an extra day annual leave (pro rata) for every 5 years service, up to a maximum of 3 days Staff Suggestion Box Cycle scheme Free Parking And more Ready to apply? Click apply now and you will be redirected to our website to complete your application. Please complete the application form at the bottom of the page once you have been redirected. Please note that due to using an anonymised recruitment process, only responses to the application questions will be used for shortlisting. If you choose to upload a CV or cover letter, this information won't be seen until after shortlisting has been completed. Therefore, please ensure you clearly demonstrate in the application form how your experience and skills fit with the requirements outlined. Closing date for applications: 10am on Tuesday 9 April 2024 Interviews: Tuesday 23 April 2024 Note: Meningitis Now reserves the right to close this advert early or extend it depending on the number of sufficient applications received. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Fundraising Officer (Community & Events) Location: Hybrid Salary: £22,000 to £28,000 per annum (depending on experience) Role Status: 35 hours per week Make a lasting impact by joining our team as a Fundraising Officer (Community & Events) and help us transform the lives of those affected by meningitis. About the job This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to move into a career in the charity and fundraising sector. We would welcome applications from people with limited fundraising experience, but who have transferrable skills and experience to the role. You will become an integral part of the Fundraising Team at Meningitis Now, as we look to grow our programme of events and continue to proactively seek opportunities in communities throughout the UK. You will support the fundraising team in the development and delivery of our community fundraising programme, by seeking successful fundraising opportunities through supporters, schools, universities, and associations throughout the UK. Supporting the development of the events programme, in recruitment of participants through a variety of effective marketing communications and excellent stewardship, ensuring they maximise their fundraising potential. You will also be required to manage the day-to-day logistics of events which may include working with external suppliers or Meningitis Now volunteers. You will have the opportunity to lead on at least one event which may include any of the following events in our current programme: London Marathon, Five Valleys Walk, Great North Run, London Landmarks Half Marathon along with a trekking challenge. Key Duties and Responsibilities: To work as part of a team to deliver the annual fundraising plan and income target. Lead on the delivery of at least one Meningitis Now fundraising event. Deliver excellent supporter care including supporter recruitment, development, and stewardship. Create and implement successful marketing plans for the events portfolio using a range of communication channels to drive enquiry numbers and conversions to ensure that all events are filled to an agreed participant target number. Work with the communications and marketing team to provide content for social media campaigns with the aim of recruiting participants. Develop fundraising opportunities across a broad range of target markets including community organisations, schools, and universities. Recruit and motivate supporters, encouraging innovative fundraising ideas to help achieve targets. Develop positive relationships with all supporters with the aim of achieving long-term and sustainable support, through written communications, telephone conversations, face to face meetings, and attendance at events. Use the database as an effective fundraising tool, maintaining individual records, making data selections to agreed briefs and analysing performance. Manage suppliers including event companies and marketing agencies, ensuring high standards of delivery and cost control are always maintained. Be an active member of the Fundraising and Communications team, attending and supporting fundraising events as and when required. Keep accurate records and the database (Salesforce) up to date with all supporter communications. Ensure that all data protection requirements are upheld. Champion the Fundraising Regulator s Codes of Practice. What we're looking for: The successful candidate will have excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to create and implement successful marketing plans using a range of communication channels. You will have the ability to motivate and inspire others and have high levels of project and event management, with the ability to communicate with confidence and fluency. You will feel at ease speaking over the phone, email and in person with a broad range of people; for example, families affected by meningitis. Skills and Experience: Professional fundraising, marketing or sales experience preferably within a charity. Event and/or project management. Experience of working on cross-organisational projects. Experience of delivering exceptional supporter care. Working in target driven environments. Achieving financial targets & budget setting. Experience of producing a range of effective communications. Experience of using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Database. Data protection (Preferably within the charity sector). Excellent relationship management skills, with ability to motivate and inspire others. Excellent networking skills. Engaging interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with confidence and fluency. Strong administration, ability to plan, balance and cope with competing priorities. Excellent written and telephone communication skills. Numeracy and attention to detail. Empathy, often working with individuals who have been affected by meningitis. Competency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. Strong self-motivation with ability to work on own initiative identifying and maximising fundraising opportunities. Desirable Selection Criteria: Professional marketing or fundraising qualification Member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Working with volunteers Other Requirements: Commitment to the goals and values of Meningitis Now Occasional out-of-hour travel and attendance at support events, when required Other requirements as determined by the organisation Full UK driving license In return, we offer a wide range of benefits, including: 30 days annual leave per annum, pro rata plus bank holidays Enrolment into our employer matched pension scheme (matched up to 5%) Life Assurance Scheme (4 x annual salary) Hybrid Working Policy Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay Fertility Treatment Policy Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave Long-term Service Rewards an extra day annual leave (pro rata) for every 5 years service, up to a maximum of 3 days Staff Suggestion Box Cycle scheme Free Parking And more Ready to apply? Click apply now and you will be redirected to our website to complete your application. Please complete the application form at the bottom of the page once you have been redirected. Please note that due to using an anonymised recruitment process, only responses to the application questions will be used for shortlisting. If you choose to upload a CV or cover letter, this information won't be seen until after shortlisting has been completed. Therefore, please ensure you clearly demonstrate in the application form how your experience and skills fit with the requirements outlined. Closing date for applications: 10am on Tuesday 9 April 2024 Interviews: Tuesday 23 April 2024 Note: Meningitis Now reserves the right to close this advert early or extend it depending on the number of sufficient applications received. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible.
Chief Executive Officer Job Description Report To: Board of Directors (Trustees) Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 37 hours between 8.30am - 6.00pm, flexible working options considered as flexibility required for out of work hours meetings and events, TOIL to be given. Remote and hybrid working negotiable. Salary: £56,000 - £63,000 per annum depending on experience. 25 days holiday + plus bank holidays. 3 % contribution to nest pension scheme Background Serve is looking for a dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This is an exciting time to join Serve as we seek to grow the charity, support independence and drive change within our community. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting older people, adults with disabilities, their families and carers. Serve is a Northamptonshire based charity offering a range of services in the community through partnership working in the voluntary sector. Our trustees are local people who are passionate about making a difference. Our ideal candidate will be someone with a background in leadership in an adult social care setting with an understanding of the third sector. We are looking for a confident, professional and caring leader with the skills and expertise to drive Serve forward in its charitable mission. The Charity has been in operation since 1981 and has in excess of 50 employees and 150 volunteers. Serve operates from its HQ in West Street Rushden, Northamptonshire with a Day Centre in Higham Ferrers and a small office in Kettering. Serve has a diverse range of services: Domiciliary Homecare, Domestic Support, Gardening, Day Centre Lead on the Countywide collaboration for Northamptonshire Befriending Community Car Transport, East Northants and Wellingborough Lead on the countywide collaboration for Northamptonshire 'serveability' project Infrastructure support for Wellingborough and East Northants Voluntary Sector in collaboration with Groundwork Northamptonshire, Support Northamptonshire and Accommodation Concern Support North Northants Collaboration supporting individuals in North Northants Partner with the 'Carers Partnership' delivering short respite breaks for informal carers Overview: As the CEO of Serve, your role will be to provide the strategic leadership, vision and direction to help the organisation to deliver its mission to support independent living for older adults and people living with disabilities and their carers. You will collaborate with the Trustees to provide strategic direction, operational management and impactful leadership to ensure the effective delivery of our services and the fulfilment of our organisational goals. You will play a vital role in the continued growth and financial sustainability of Serve and will work alongside sector partners to improve the lives of service users across Northamptonshire and North Bedfordshire. The CEO plays a vital role in the governance of the Charity and must work closely with the Chairperson and the Board of Directors (Trustees). The relationship between the CEO and the Board is centred on an open, honest and mutually respectful professional relationship. The Trustees have delegated responsibility to the CEO to run the Charity in a professional, inclusive respectful and caring way. It is, therefore, critical that the post holder maintains a positive working relationship with the Board facilitating open and transparent communication. The role of the CEO is to be responsible for the day to day running of the Charity. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: To be a values driven and empowering leader to the organisation, to raise the profile and awareness of the work carried out by the Charity and responsive to the ever-changing needs of service users and the wider community. To support the Board of Directors (Trustees) in setting the strategic vision, mission, objectives and priorities for the charity. To work collaboratively with the Chair and Board of Directors (Trustees)to develop strategic plans and implement those plans in alignment with the organisations charitable mission and strategic objectives. To be a responsible and effective leader providing operational management and guidance to the organisation. Including but not limited to effective budget setting, monitoring and ongoing oversight, as well as prioritising income generation and growth. To oversee the Charities legal and regulatory activity, particularly in relation to the Care Quality Commission, the Charity Commission and Companies House. Ensure the voice of the service users remains at the centre of the Charity's work both internally and externally. Identify ongoing opportunities for growth and innovation to enhance the impact of our services and further our charitable mission. Ensure that Serve has the right people, infrastructure, systems, processes and income to deliver its vision, mission. Be a champion for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion by creating an empathetic and empowering workplace for staff and volunteers, creating a supportive welcoming environment for service users. Identify and respond to emerging sector trends, opportunities and risks, adapting or refining the operational plans and activities to enable the best experience and outcomes for all our service users and stakeholders. Finance and Income Management: Ensure the Charity fulfils its legal, compliance, statutory and regulatory responsibilities. Oversee the organisation's budgeting processes and ensure sound financial management practices. Maintain and manage strong financial governance, with effective policies and procedures in place to safeguard Charity finances against mismanagement and fraud. Proactively grow the Charity's income by identifying potential funding sources; cultivating donor relationships and securing funding to support the organisation's activities. Maximising existing income streams and develop diversified income and revenue streams to focus on an efficient and effective budget and business management. Monitor financial performance and make adjustments, as necessary, to maintain financial sustainability and achieve growth. Work with the Trustees and operational management teams to develop robust operational plans and budgets which will enable the delivery of Serve's charitable mission. Programme Development and Management: Lead the development and expansion of programmes and services to meet the evolving needs of our service users. Ensure effective implementation, delivery and evaluation of programmes, maintaining and driving high standards of quality and outcomes. Foster effective partnerships and collaborations with other organisations to enhance service delivery and maximise resources. Ensure the delivery of high quality, user centred programmes designed to meet the need of Serve's service users and the wider community. Be prepared to have difficult conversations and make decisions about programmes across Serve to ensure that KPIs are met and high-quality services are delivered. Prepare appropriate strategic proposals and progress reports to the Board about the benefits, effectiveness and outcomes of new and existing projects and programmes. Work closely with the senior managers and subject matter experts across Serve and the wider sector to ensure that services are delivered in a safe and caring way. Advocacy and Public Relations: Build and maintain a public facing brand for Serve, driving positive attention, support and recognition, furthering our voice and reputation. Be the operational spokesperson and ambassador for the Charity to influence, engage and advocate for the organisation, representing our interest to stakeholders, partner organisations, policymakers and the public. Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with local authorities, the integrated care system, community leaders and other relevant organisations to identify and drive opportunities for Serve to have a greater impact for service users. Promote awareness of issues affecting our service users, to influence and advocate for policies that promote their wellbeing and rights. Organisational Management: Provide leadership and management to staff and volunteers, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that attracts, develops and retains the best staff and volunteers and empowers them to make a real difference to the lives of service users. Oversee the recruitment, training, and development of personnel, ensuring that the organisation attracts and retains high-quality, dedicated staff with the skills and capabilities to achieve Serve's charitable mission. Maintain effective governance structures and processes, supporting the Board of Directors (Trustees) to fulfil their responsibilities. Manage the legal and regulatory requirements of the charity. Providing advice, guidance and information to the Trustees and the wider charity about changes to legislation that may impact the charity. File or arrange for the filing of the company accounts with the Charity Commission and Companies House. Person Specification Requirements Skills: Strategic leadership and management; experience of working with a Board of Trustees or Directors. . click apply for full job details
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Chief Executive Officer Job Description Report To: Board of Directors (Trustees) Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 37 hours between 8.30am - 6.00pm, flexible working options considered as flexibility required for out of work hours meetings and events, TOIL to be given. Remote and hybrid working negotiable. Salary: £56,000 - £63,000 per annum depending on experience. 25 days holiday + plus bank holidays. 3 % contribution to nest pension scheme Background Serve is looking for a dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This is an exciting time to join Serve as we seek to grow the charity, support independence and drive change within our community. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting older people, adults with disabilities, their families and carers. Serve is a Northamptonshire based charity offering a range of services in the community through partnership working in the voluntary sector. Our trustees are local people who are passionate about making a difference. Our ideal candidate will be someone with a background in leadership in an adult social care setting with an understanding of the third sector. We are looking for a confident, professional and caring leader with the skills and expertise to drive Serve forward in its charitable mission. The Charity has been in operation since 1981 and has in excess of 50 employees and 150 volunteers. Serve operates from its HQ in West Street Rushden, Northamptonshire with a Day Centre in Higham Ferrers and a small office in Kettering. Serve has a diverse range of services: Domiciliary Homecare, Domestic Support, Gardening, Day Centre Lead on the Countywide collaboration for Northamptonshire Befriending Community Car Transport, East Northants and Wellingborough Lead on the countywide collaboration for Northamptonshire 'serveability' project Infrastructure support for Wellingborough and East Northants Voluntary Sector in collaboration with Groundwork Northamptonshire, Support Northamptonshire and Accommodation Concern Support North Northants Collaboration supporting individuals in North Northants Partner with the 'Carers Partnership' delivering short respite breaks for informal carers Overview: As the CEO of Serve, your role will be to provide the strategic leadership, vision and direction to help the organisation to deliver its mission to support independent living for older adults and people living with disabilities and their carers. You will collaborate with the Trustees to provide strategic direction, operational management and impactful leadership to ensure the effective delivery of our services and the fulfilment of our organisational goals. You will play a vital role in the continued growth and financial sustainability of Serve and will work alongside sector partners to improve the lives of service users across Northamptonshire and North Bedfordshire. The CEO plays a vital role in the governance of the Charity and must work closely with the Chairperson and the Board of Directors (Trustees). The relationship between the CEO and the Board is centred on an open, honest and mutually respectful professional relationship. The Trustees have delegated responsibility to the CEO to run the Charity in a professional, inclusive respectful and caring way. It is, therefore, critical that the post holder maintains a positive working relationship with the Board facilitating open and transparent communication. The role of the CEO is to be responsible for the day to day running of the Charity. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: To be a values driven and empowering leader to the organisation, to raise the profile and awareness of the work carried out by the Charity and responsive to the ever-changing needs of service users and the wider community. To support the Board of Directors (Trustees) in setting the strategic vision, mission, objectives and priorities for the charity. To work collaboratively with the Chair and Board of Directors (Trustees)to develop strategic plans and implement those plans in alignment with the organisations charitable mission and strategic objectives. To be a responsible and effective leader providing operational management and guidance to the organisation. Including but not limited to effective budget setting, monitoring and ongoing oversight, as well as prioritising income generation and growth. To oversee the Charities legal and regulatory activity, particularly in relation to the Care Quality Commission, the Charity Commission and Companies House. Ensure the voice of the service users remains at the centre of the Charity's work both internally and externally. Identify ongoing opportunities for growth and innovation to enhance the impact of our services and further our charitable mission. Ensure that Serve has the right people, infrastructure, systems, processes and income to deliver its vision, mission. Be a champion for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion by creating an empathetic and empowering workplace for staff and volunteers, creating a supportive welcoming environment for service users. Identify and respond to emerging sector trends, opportunities and risks, adapting or refining the operational plans and activities to enable the best experience and outcomes for all our service users and stakeholders. Finance and Income Management: Ensure the Charity fulfils its legal, compliance, statutory and regulatory responsibilities. Oversee the organisation's budgeting processes and ensure sound financial management practices. Maintain and manage strong financial governance, with effective policies and procedures in place to safeguard Charity finances against mismanagement and fraud. Proactively grow the Charity's income by identifying potential funding sources; cultivating donor relationships and securing funding to support the organisation's activities. Maximising existing income streams and develop diversified income and revenue streams to focus on an efficient and effective budget and business management. Monitor financial performance and make adjustments, as necessary, to maintain financial sustainability and achieve growth. Work with the Trustees and operational management teams to develop robust operational plans and budgets which will enable the delivery of Serve's charitable mission. Programme Development and Management: Lead the development and expansion of programmes and services to meet the evolving needs of our service users. Ensure effective implementation, delivery and evaluation of programmes, maintaining and driving high standards of quality and outcomes. Foster effective partnerships and collaborations with other organisations to enhance service delivery and maximise resources. Ensure the delivery of high quality, user centred programmes designed to meet the need of Serve's service users and the wider community. Be prepared to have difficult conversations and make decisions about programmes across Serve to ensure that KPIs are met and high-quality services are delivered. Prepare appropriate strategic proposals and progress reports to the Board about the benefits, effectiveness and outcomes of new and existing projects and programmes. Work closely with the senior managers and subject matter experts across Serve and the wider sector to ensure that services are delivered in a safe and caring way. Advocacy and Public Relations: Build and maintain a public facing brand for Serve, driving positive attention, support and recognition, furthering our voice and reputation. Be the operational spokesperson and ambassador for the Charity to influence, engage and advocate for the organisation, representing our interest to stakeholders, partner organisations, policymakers and the public. Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with local authorities, the integrated care system, community leaders and other relevant organisations to identify and drive opportunities for Serve to have a greater impact for service users. Promote awareness of issues affecting our service users, to influence and advocate for policies that promote their wellbeing and rights. Organisational Management: Provide leadership and management to staff and volunteers, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that attracts, develops and retains the best staff and volunteers and empowers them to make a real difference to the lives of service users. Oversee the recruitment, training, and development of personnel, ensuring that the organisation attracts and retains high-quality, dedicated staff with the skills and capabilities to achieve Serve's charitable mission. Maintain effective governance structures and processes, supporting the Board of Directors (Trustees) to fulfil their responsibilities. Manage the legal and regulatory requirements of the charity. Providing advice, guidance and information to the Trustees and the wider charity about changes to legislation that may impact the charity. File or arrange for the filing of the company accounts with the Charity Commission and Companies House. Person Specification Requirements Skills: Strategic leadership and management; experience of working with a Board of Trustees or Directors. . click apply for full job details
Fostering Recruitment & Marketing, Permanent, Southend Your new company Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the Southend 2050 ambition and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference. Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the Southend 2050 ambition and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference. Your new role Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time fostering experienced Marketing & Recruitment Officer within a-month fixed term capacity.Within this post, you will be key in developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating the marketing and recruitment strategy for Fostering. Producing and distributing promotional material, developing relationships with the press, media, community groups and organising recruitment events. You will be the first point of contact to all prospective foster carers, as well as organising pre-approval training for prospective foster carers.There will be the need to provide accurate information and advice about the different fostering schemes operating in Southend. This will involve dealing effectively with visitors and telephone callers to the service. As well as this, you will be required to collect information and complete initial enquiry forms as appropriate and subsequently sending out up-to-date recruitment information packs. Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, a flexible approach is needed as you will be required to be on site and to travel around the city. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this position, you must have a minimum of 3 years experience of working within a similar environment and have an awareness of fostering issues, the needs of children and their carers.You must be proficient in promoting on social media and other technologies with a keen knowledge of promoting and marketing.You need to have the ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines. To be successful in this position, you must have a minimum of 3 years experience of working within a similar environment and have an awareness of fostering issues, the needs of children and their carers. You must be proficient in promoting on social media and other technologies with a keen knowledge of promoting and marketing. You need to have the ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines. What you'll get in return Pension: Southend-on-Sea City Council provide membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for employees aged under 75. The LGPS is a generous scheme and provides you with a future income, independent of share prices and stock market fluctuations. Leave Entitlements:We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave. Leave Entitlements: We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. #
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Fostering Recruitment & Marketing, Permanent, Southend Your new company Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the Southend 2050 ambition and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference. Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the Southend 2050 ambition and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference. Your new role Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time fostering experienced Marketing & Recruitment Officer within a-month fixed term capacity.Within this post, you will be key in developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating the marketing and recruitment strategy for Fostering. Producing and distributing promotional material, developing relationships with the press, media, community groups and organising recruitment events. You will be the first point of contact to all prospective foster carers, as well as organising pre-approval training for prospective foster carers.There will be the need to provide accurate information and advice about the different fostering schemes operating in Southend. This will involve dealing effectively with visitors and telephone callers to the service. As well as this, you will be required to collect information and complete initial enquiry forms as appropriate and subsequently sending out up-to-date recruitment information packs. Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, a flexible approach is needed as you will be required to be on site and to travel around the city. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this position, you must have a minimum of 3 years experience of working within a similar environment and have an awareness of fostering issues, the needs of children and their carers.You must be proficient in promoting on social media and other technologies with a keen knowledge of promoting and marketing.You need to have the ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines. To be successful in this position, you must have a minimum of 3 years experience of working within a similar environment and have an awareness of fostering issues, the needs of children and their carers. You must be proficient in promoting on social media and other technologies with a keen knowledge of promoting and marketing. You need to have the ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines. What you'll get in return Pension: Southend-on-Sea City Council provide membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for employees aged under 75. The LGPS is a generous scheme and provides you with a future income, independent of share prices and stock market fluctuations. Leave Entitlements:We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave. Leave Entitlements: We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. #