Job opportunity – Head of Operations Full time [4-5 days a week, flexible hours] | Permanent role Based in Tonbridge TN9 1TB | Competitive salary [+ pension + health]
An exciting opportunity for a dynamic, capable, ‘hands-on’ Business Manager to join our small, talented team at YMCA West Kent. In this vital new role, you will lead in securing homelessness / housing support contracts [c£300k – £2M+ pa] including collaboration with strategic partners, tender/contract readiness, tender preparation; mobilisation, contract management and managing outsourced services and sub-contractors.
You will:
- show drive, influence, inspirational flair and clear business focus on excellent outcome delivery
- share our passion for making a real difference for vulnerable young people in our community
- play a strategic, developmental role in our growth by increasing our impact and sustainability
- receive all the support and expert knowledge you need to be as successful as you can
- enjoy opportunities to grow, learn, develop and try new things in an empowering organisation
We are seeking a tenacious, self-motivated person to:
- oversee the financial management and control of the charity and trading company
- develop and deliver a collaborative / consortium approach to major tender opportunities
- steward relationships with strategic partners and trusted consultants to achieve new contracts
- develop and nurture excellent relationships with Commissioners
- manage consultant / critical friend input to optimise delivery plans, financials and all tenders
- support CEO, project managers, staff and other specialists in tender preparation / review
To increase the impact and sustainability of our work with young people you will bring your:
- considerable expertise in managing and developing Corporate Partnerships, Relationships with commissioners, stakeholders, sub-contractors and holistic impact assessment systems
- exceptional communication skills with an inspiring, engaging, positive, proactive style
- excellent attention to detail and engaging management style being a catalyst for change
- personable, engaging nature to ensure excellence in delivery, collaboration and reporting
- ability to collaborate with projects and clients and co-produce tenders and reports
We will offer you:
- a friendly, team environment where you will feel valued by trustees, colleagues and clients
- 28 days paid annual leave in addition to all UK bank holidays
- excellent pension scheme
- healthcare scheme and free confidential helpline
- fantastic work/life balance including the opportunity for some flexible/home working
- free parking and easy access by public transport
Closing Date – 21st June 2018
Interviews – w.c 2nd July 2018
See http://www.westkentymca.org.uk/documents/jobs-jdbm
http://www.WestKentYMCA.org.uk/job.
To request a full Job Description and Application Pack please contact – Karen Warner on 01892 542209 or email HR@westkentymca.org.uk or text HOO to 07941 388 852
Applications by CV will not be considered.
West Kent YMCA 