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Title PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION MANAGER
Categories Charity Jobs
Salary C£40,000
Location Exeter
Job Information

A Twelve Month Fixed Term Contract (Immediate Start)

 

My client is a newly formed consortia of charities who have successfully tendered to deliver a range of services to support individuals to live in the community.

 

They are now seeking to recruit an experienced Programme  Implementation Manager to work with them in the creation of an infrastructure that will enable them to deliver a broad range of services beginning in April 1st  2012.

 

The Role

The Programme Implementation Manager will be responsible for:-

  • Setting up the project from scratch, working with each of the partners to ensure a consistent and uniform service provision
  • Setting up a centralised control referral and assessment function and developing the necessary back office systems which will engage with  service delivery hubs around Devon
  • The design and development of systems to manage the processes involved in delivery of services.
  • Support the development of an efficient and relevant staffing structure, ensuring that existing staff are working to the same contracts as new staff.
  • The development of IT systems to administer all aspects of the new service
  • The development of a marketing strategy to promote the service to key stakeholders
  • The implementation of quality systems to ensure all services are delivered to the highest standards, working  within the parameters and service standards set within the contract and to ensure legal and contractual compliance

 

The Person

This role will suit someone who has previously had responsibility for developing a project from it’s earliest stages and who has the ability to develop complex  and efficient systems that will support the service  in an effective and well managed way over the next 2/4 years.

 

Specifically, they will:-

Enjoy the challenge of creating processes from scratch and be comfortable working from a blank sheet of paper and within tight deadlines

  • Offer excellent Project Management skills and experience of project management tools.
  • Be able to understand where the project needs to be in two years and create a structure that will enable the organisation to achieve this in a managed and efficient manner.
  • Understand the importance of quality management  especially in the delivery of services and in implementing processes that will monitor and report key information.
  • Demonstrate vision
  • Demonstrate the ability to work with a number of partner organisations.
  • Offer excellent written and verbal communications skill, able to confidently relate to a wide range of people.
  • Have exceptional IT skills with proficiency in a range of systems and software.
  • Be able to work autonomously, reporting regularly to the organisation in terms of progress.
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Title MARKETING PROGRAMME MANAGER
Categories Charity Jobs
Salary £50,000
Location Dorset
Job Information

Would you like to work for a large, national charity who is delivering life saving services to all who need them?

Would you like to work for an organisation that  probably has the most loyal and hardworking volunteers you could imagine?

My client is seeking to recruit an experienced Marketing Professional to strategically lead the development of their overall fundraising campaign strategy, ensuring cost effective and sustainable income generation.

This will be achieved by developing a co-ordinated marketing campaign, with responsibility for the direction and delivery of multi channel, direct and indirect campaigns – both on and off line to existing and new audiences.

You will be able to demonstrate:-

  • Experience of multi channel marketing and fundraising including substantial direct marketing experience
  • Experience of building and developing innovative cultures and delivering stretching targets
  • Relevant and up-to-date knowledge of marketing developments
  • Experience of managing and building strong relationships with creative/media agencies
  • Budget setting and management skills
  • People and resource management skills
  • Understanding of the charity market place.
Closing Date: Friday 2nd March 2012
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Title TRUSTEES NEEDED
Categories Trustee Roles
Salary N/A
Location Dorset and Somerset
Job Information

We are currently working with the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance who are seeking to recruit new Trustees to their board.

The charity needs to raise £1.4m per annum to keep their helicopter flying and they have a strong base of supporters, volunteers and staff who work hard to ensure the income in maintained.  The Helicopter is based at Henstridge Airfield, between Sherborn and Shaftesbury and is leased from and operated  by Bond Aviation.  Their team of Paramedics are supplied and employed by South West Ambulance Services Trust.   On average the helicopter is deployed 3/4 times a day.

The Trustee role can be very rewarding and enjoyable offering an opportunity to serve the community whilst learning new skills.  The Trustees role is to focus on the strategic direction of the charity and to ensure effectiveness and accountability.  Day-to-day operational decisions are delegated to the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team.

The charity has a number of Trustees planning to retire over the next twelve months and the board has carried out a skills audit in order to determine the skills and knowledge they now need enhance the strength of their board.  They are currently well represented in the areas of law, finance, aviation and health.

We are interested in hearing from potential Trustees who can offer experience in one the following areas:-

  • Human Resources
  • PR/Communications
  • A clinical/NHS background
  • A good understanding and knowledge of local communities

The Board meets every quarter on a Friday at 11 am, there are two sub-committees – Finance, who also meet every quarter, and Remuneration who meet once a year.

 

If you are interested in becoming a Trustee, please contact Jackie Dawkins (jackie@shinecharityrecruitment.co.uk) for further information

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Title FUNDRAISING DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Categories Charity Jobs
Salary c£30k
Location Somerset
Job Information

We are currently working with the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance who are looking to recruit a new Fundraising Manager to be based at their offices in Wellington. The Charity needs to raise in the region of £1.5m per annum to keep their helicopter flying.  This is achieved through the generosity of their supporters across the two counties.  Money is raised through their lottery, collection boxes, fundraising events, recycling initiatives, legacies and business support. They are looking for an experienced Fundraising Manager who will be responsible for:-

  • Developing new fundraising initiatives
  • Developing relationships with businesses and schools
  • Providing support for volunteers’ and supporters’ fundraising  events
  • Leading a working party to plan and deliver the charity’s own events
  • Provide support to the CEO with grant applications and legacy campaigns
  • Supervision of two fundraising co-ordinators who are based remotely

The ideal candidate will offer:-

  • Proven track record in fundraising
  • Experience of team-working
  • Experience in successful event management
  • Experience of assessing viability of activities and events
  • Previous experience of developing relationships with the business community
  • Exceptional communication skills – both written and verbal
  • Strong IT skills including experience with fundraising databases
  • Previous experience in a supervisory role
  • Current driving licence

Applications by CV and covering letter to:  Jackie Dawkins, Shine Charity Recruitment (jackie@shinecharityrecruitment.co.uk) who has been retained as a consultant  to manage this recruitment process. Closing date: 24th February 2012

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Title DIRECTOR OF INCOME GENERATION
Categories Charity Jobs
Salary c£55k + neg relocation package
Location Devon
Job Information

My client is looking for an innovative and dynamic Director of Income Generation with the drive and determination to lead and inspire.   Reporting to the CEO, you will be a key member of the Senior Management Team. You will lead their  voluntary fundraising and commercial enterprises; devising and implementing ambitious strategies to generate in excess of £3 million annually for the charity. You will have a superb track record in business development, preferably in retail, and a solid understanding of how to maximise a range of fundraising income streams – taking personal responsibility for major donors.   Excellent communication skills and the ability to network and influence are essential. You will set consistently high standards and be able to evidence meeting and beating targets, thinking strategically, planning, project coordination, relationship management, staff management and budgeting.

Successful candidates will be required to apply for an enhanced CRB disclosure.

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Title FINANCE OFFICER
Categories Charity Jobs
Salary TO £28,000
End Date 2012-03-02
Location Cornwall
Job Information

The Client Established nearly 25 years ago, my client is a  small charity (annual income £1.7m) operating in Cornwall who is reliant upon public donations.  Their accounting function is currently outsourced and they are seeking to bring this back in-house.  It is expected that this will provide the Chief Executive and Board with timely and accurate information to assist with financial and strategic planning.

The Role The Finance Officer will be responsible for:

  • The preparation and review of detailed budgets
  • Advice on the proper allocation of resources
  • Day-to-day financial control
  • Support to the Hon Treasurer in providing information for the annual report
  • Supervision of finance related tasks
  • Devising and implementing appropriate internal audits, checks and controls
  • Meeting financial reporting obligations
  • Reconciliations of bank and cash balances
  • VAT Returns and purchase ledger
  • Data entry

The PersonThe idea candidate will offer:-

  • NVQ Level 4 Accounting Technician or equivalent
  • Demonstrable ability to work on own initiative and manage own work load, sometimes working under pressure and to deadlines
  • Ability to develop, monitor and maintain systems and procedures
  • Effective communications skills – in person, in writing and on the telephone
  • Proficient computer skills, preferably Sage Line 50 and Microsoft Office
  • A real desire to specialise in charity finance and accounting, a background and understanding of charity accounting regulations would be a real bonus
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