01909 470985HR@aurorawellbeing.org.ukwww.aurorawellbeing.org.ukCharity no. 11166462Candidate Information PackBeauty/Holistic TherapistClosing date - 13th February 2026 About Aurora Offering services across three sites in Worksop, Doncaster andMexborough Aurora Wellbeing offers a unique service bringingtogether health and heritage to provide support for local peopleaffected by cancer, and long-term health conditions. We encouragepeople to be active participants in their wellbeing, working togetherto improve physical and emotional health.Charity Core Purposes: ‘The promotion of good health and wellbeing by assisting in the reliefof symptoms and the improvement of the quality of life by providingsupportive services to those who have been diagnosed with oraffected by cancer and long-term conditions and providing support,information and education on the benefits of receivingcomplementary and holistic therapies as well as to build awarenessof the links between heritage and good health and wellbeing,education and research of wellbeing to the general public as a whole.’‘’ The Aurora service is a lifelinefor those people facing theshocking diagnosis of cancer. ‘’‘’ The compassion and supportwe have received from the firstmoment we walked through thedoor has been exemplary. Aurora provide such awonderful service which ismuch needed and very muchappreciated. ‘’Main PurposeJob titleBeauty/Holistic TherapistLocationAurora Wellbeing Doncaster and Mexborough SitesSalaryActual £13218 (FTE £24785)Hours20hours weekly. Tues. Thursday Fri and Sat working across theDoncaster and Mexborough Sites including evening andweekends Annual Leave28 days including Bank Holidays (FTE) pro rata for part-time employeesContractPermanentReports toBeauty Therapy LeadThe Beauty Therapist role at Aurora Wellbeing exists to providecompassionate, confidence-boosting beauty treatments for people affectedby cancer, long-term health conditions, and the wider community. Bydelivering personalised, holistic therapies in a safe and supportiveenvironment, the therapist helps individuals feel relaxed, valued, andempowered throughout their wellbeing journey.Please submit your CV and covering letter to hr@aurorawellbeing.org.uk for theattention of Kerry Lester.Closing date - 13th February 2026Interview date - 5th March 2026Application ProcessBe responsible for helping clients make the most of their physicalappearance and more importantly help them feel relaxed and asconfident as possible about themselvesProvide a high degree of professionalism throughout the sessions,adhering to confidentiality protocolsProvide a safe, warm and relaxing environment, whereby clients feel ableto open upSignpost clients to appropriate services when necessaryContribute to Aurora's non-clinical environment by helping create arelaxed and welcoming space for all visitors to feel valued and safe,where their concerns can be heard, and relationships can bemaintained.Maintain effective records in line with GDPR requirements and adhere toall Aurora policies and procedures.Liaise with the social media comms team to promote Aurora's beautytherapy serviceContribute to Aurora's fundraising activities throughout the yearA job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and does not form partof your contract of employment. It is intended to give a general indicationof the range of work undertaken and will vary in light of changing demandswithin Aurora. Any changes in the work undertaken will be carried out inconsultation with the post holder. Main PurposeRequirements and Skills RequiredDesirableMinimum of 2 years experience in a Beauty Therapy Role XExperience of working in a third-sector organisationXNVQ level 3 or equivalent Beauty TherapyXReflexology XReiki level 2/3XAbility to work independently and as part of a team XExperience of working with vulnerable people XPerson Specification
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IMA Operations Manager Job Description and Person Specification Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer Role Purpose: To lead and develop IMA operations and deputise for the CEO when required. Roles reporting into this position: Money Advice Specialist, Membership Marketing and Communications Manager, Policy Officer and an Administrator Key accountabilities 1. Operational Oversight of all IMA operations and service delivery responsibilities management which fall within the scope of the role’s direct reports. 2. Customer Relationship Management a) Providing operational oversight of the organisation’s CRM system, ensuring it supports efficient delivery of training, membership, and other core services. (CRM) System b) Using CRM data and reporting tools to identify business development opportunities and produce insights to inform strategic decision-making. c) Monitoring and improving CRM workflows to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across teams. d) Identifying and implementing improvements to the CRM user experience, ensuring the system is intuitive and adds value for staff, members and customers. 1 2. Training Responsibility for managing and developing all IMA training provision and delivery, including: a) producing training programmes and learning events that meet the needs of money advisers. b) Overseeing any funded training activity, including managing relationships and meeting reporting obligations. ensuring the quality and consistency of all IMA training, including managing a pool of freelance trainers and overseeing quality assurance processes. c) Analysing training feedback data and driving continuous improvement in course content and learner experience. d) maintaining accreditation of the Certificate in Money Advice Practice and Debt Advice Development Pathway. e) managing the Institute’s Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) accredited training delivery and assessment. f) Negotiating with in-house training customers, securing their business, and working collaboratively to develop bespoke training solutions that meet their specific needs. 3. People Lead and manage staff in the effective delivery of services, management including: a) managing the performance and development of staff, mainly through supervision and the appraisal process. b) creating a positive working environment, in which staff wellbeing and equity, diversity and inclusion are well- managed and staff can do their best. c) planning and allocating work, monitoring achievement of outputs and targets and supporting staff as appropriate. d) recruiting and arranging the induction of new staff as required. 2 4. General operations management and deputising for the CEO a) monitoring, analysing and interpreting management information, identifying statistical trends and reporting to the CEO and other parties as required. b) providing operational insight into Senior Management Team meetings to support the effective delivery and strategic development of IMA services. c) assisting the CEO with key projects. d) Deputising for the CEO and representing the IMA at external events, when required. e) Leading the development of new technology to support the needs of members and the wider IMA business. f) contributing flexibly as part of the team to assist in the smooth-running of IMA services. g) undertaking any other duties as may be reasonably required within the scope of the role. h) adhere to the IMA’s Manager competencies. 3 PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential 1. 2. Ability to use Microsoft 365 software packages. Ability to quickly learn, manage and optimise digital platforms including Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. 3. Strong written and oral communication skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to convey complex information concisely and accurately. 4. 5. 6. 7. Proven ability to lead, motivate and effectively manage others. Ability to manage complex projects and programmes, including high-profile events and technology implementations. Ability to develop and manage good relationships with stakeholders. Substantial and recent experience of giving either frontline or second-tier debt advice, with a strong understanding of the money advice sector. 8. Ability to work flexibly, to manage several diverse activities at one time and to resolve conflicting priorities effectively. 9. Ability to work on own initiative and flexibly as part of a team. 10. Ability to apply Equity, Diversity and Inclusion principles in operational practice and team management. 11. Understanding of the purpose and role of the Institute of Money Advisers and commitment to its aims. Desirable 12. Experience of managing the implementation of CRM systems and new technologies. 13. An understanding of adult learning and experience of successfully managing programmes of l...
@dovecottagedayhospice www.dovecottage.org 01949 860303Dove Cottage Day Hospice, Canal Lane, Stathern, LE14 4EXTRUSTEEAPPLICATION PACKPlease contact us if you have any enquiries regarding theinformation enclosed in this application packDove Cottage Day Hospice Trustee Role Brief January 2026 1. Introduction Dove Cottage is seeking to appoint a chairperson and a new trustee to its board with immediate effect. For the position of chairperson, we are particularly looking to receive applications from someone with a good understanding of governance and leadership ideally in a charity context. We are also looking for an applicant with a health & social care background to join as trustee. The following brief tells you everything you need to know about the role and how to apply. If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Dan Smeeton – CEO dan@dovecottage.org 2. About Dove Cottage Founded in 1996 and based in a picturesque location in the village of Stathern in the Vale of Belvoir, Dove Cottage Day Hospice provides high quality day care and support for people in North East Leicestershire, South East Nottinghamshire and South West Lincolnshire who are living with life-limiting illnesses such as cancer, motor neurone disease and end stage COPD. As a charity, we offer our care services free of charge. We provide care and advice, wellbeing activities such as complementary therapies, chaplaincy support, bereavement counselling, games, crafts, refreshments and a home-cooked lunch. Our guests come to the hospice to be cared for in a home-from-home atmosphere, usually for one day a week. We also provide a number of support services such as bereavement support and a dementia sitting service. Dove Cottage Day Hospice is well supported by the local community, over 120 of whom support us as volunteers. Our funding comes from donations, trusts, fundraising events and network of charity shops which contribute significantly to the overall income of the charity. We also receive a small grant from NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board to support our work. Dove Cottage Day Hospice, Canal Lane, Stathern, Melton Mowbray, LE14 4EX Tel: 01949 860303, email: admin@dovecottage.org, www.dovecottage.org Registered charity number: 1057941 3. Merger with LOROS 2023 marked a significant moment in the life of the charity as our founder and Chief Executive, Chris Gatfield, retired in April after almost three decades of transformative hospice work in our community. After thinking carefully about the future, the trustees and members of Dove Cottage felt that a merger with LOROS hospice (The Leicestershire and Rutland Organisation for the Relief of Suffering) could provide excellent opportunities to build on Chris’ legacy and help safeguard the long-term future of the charity. LOROS is a large and very well-established charitable provider of care and support for people affected by terminal illness, which is keen to ensure that more people living in rural communities have access to specialist support. The merger took place on 1 April 2023 when the existing members and most trustees stood down, enabling LOROS to become the sole member of Dove Cottage and a different group of trustees to take up the reigns. Adopting this model of merger enabled Dove Cottage to benefit from LOROS’ support and extensive expertise whilst retaining its name and charity status, both of which are important to our guests and supporters. Since the merger the new board have made real progress in ensuring the organisation has remained stable for its people, the community it serves and financially. We are now looking for two talented people to lead the realisation of our three-year strategy as members of the board of trustees. 4. The trustee role The board of trustees is the governing body of Dove Cottage. Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that the charity achieves its core objectives as set out in the governing documents. They oversee the overall management, finances and administration of Dove Cottage and ensure that the charity is successfully implementing a clear strategy in line with our vision. Trustees are also there to support and constructively challenge the Chief Executive Officer. The Charity Commission sets out 6 main duties for our trustees. a) Ensure Dove Cottage is carrying out the purposes for which it was set up, and no other purpose. This means: • Understanding the purposes as set out in the governing document. • Planning what Dove Cottage will do, and want you want it to achieve. • Being able to explain how all of the charity’s activities are intended to further or support its purposes. Dove Cottage Day Hospice, Canal Lane, Stathern, Melton Mowbray, LE14 4EX Tel: 01949 860303, email: admin@dovecottage.org, www.dovecottage.org Registered charity number: 1057941 • Understanding how Dove Cottage benefits the public ...
Consultancy: Financial Inclusion Technical Lead (Start-up on Scaling Climate-Smart Agribusiness Finance in DRC)
Description
Scope of Work
Financial Inclusion Technical Lead (Start-up on Scaling Climate-Smart Agribusiness Finance in DRC)
Background:
Mercy Corps is a leading global organisation powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.
Purpose / Project Description:
Mercy Corps is currently starting up the FCDO-Funded ‘Scaling Climate-Smart Agribusiness Finance’ (SCAFIN) programme in DRC. Implemented as Component 3 of FCDO’s Green Growth Programme (GGP) in partnership with Cross Boundary, SCAFIN will increase access to finance for established climate-smart agribusinesses in Kongo Central, Kwilu, Mai-Ndombe, and Kwango provinces, prioritising value chains with strong growth potential, integration of green energy technologies, and impact on smallholder farmers. By providing technical assistance and transaction advisory support to local financial institutions (banks and MFIs), impact funds, DFIs, and other investors, SCAFIN will leverage catalytic grants and guarantees to mobilise additional financing, including debt and equity financing. The provision of financing will be complemented by the development of a pipeline of investment-ready businesses, as SCAFIN identifies financially viable, climate-smart businesses, and provides technical assistance to enable them to attract and utilise financing, for example by strengthening business models, clarifying financing needs, & structuring viable investment opportunities.
Working closely with GGP’s Components 1 (improving the enabling environment for agribusinesses) and 2 (providing TA and grants to grow climate-smart agribusinesses), SCAFIN builds on Mercy Corps’ 18 years of experience with Congolese agricultural value chains, markets, and financial institutions, and Cross Boundary’s first-class transaction advisory, technical assistance, and blended finance structuring for SMEs, cooperatives, and FIs across DRC’s major agricultural corridors. This diverse experience will enable SCAFIN to facilitate investments into larger anchor businesses and smaller, emerging, or downstream agribusinesses by engaging with a range of financial institutions, impact funds, DFIs, and other investors.
As part of the proposal process, Mercy Corps commissioned a rapid, desk-based market study of agribusiness financing in the four provinces. This study included:
- A description of the main agricultural value chains and a prioritisation of these value chains based on growth and investment potential, integration of green energy technologies, and impact on smallholder farmers
- An analysis of the demand for financing from agribusinesses, including a description and analysis of agribusiness characteristics and financing needs, unmet/additional needs and opportunities for financing, and the potential value of financing needs
- An overview of the current provision of financing to agribusinesses, including a description and analysis of financial service providers (FSPs), impact funds, DFIs, and key financial products, services, and partnerships, and recommendations on new product and service development to meet the demand for financing.
Mercy Corps has recruited a Start-up Team Lead (STL) to lead the program start-up activities during the initial four-month inception period, while permanent staff are recruited, and is seeking a consultant to provide technical support and guidance to the STL, and to validate and further develop the market study to inform program implementation.
Consultant Activities:
To achieve this, the consultant will undertake the following activities:
- Validate and further develop the market study
The consultant will validate and further develop the market study to:
- Analyse the demand for financing from agribusinesses in key value chains in the target provinces, including business characteristics, financing needs and opportunities, and how the provision of financing will contribute towards programme objectives
- Analyse the provision of financing to agribusinesses in DRC, with a focus on the four provinces, including a description of the key providers and other stakeholders - banks, MFIs, impact funds, DFIs, other donor-funded or multilateral actors –, the key financial products, services, mechanisms and partnerships being deployed to extend financing to agribusinesses; and key constraints.
- Make recommendations on priority value cha...
Renewable Energy Users Cooperative Societies (REUCS) and Policy Coordination Expert
Description
Project/Consultancy Title: Renewable Energy Users Cooperative Societies (REUCS) and Policy Coordination Expert
Project Location(s): Nigeria, Africa
Background:
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.
Energy 4 Impact (E4I), the energy innovation platform of Mercy Corps, manages programs that increase access to energy and productive use of energy (PUE) for poor and vulnerable communities in Sub Saharan Africa (SSA), Asia and other developing markets. We do a lot of work with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to help them grow their business, trial new business models and technologies, and raise capital.
Purpose / Project Description:
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA), in partnership with Mercy Corps Energy 4 Impact (E4I), Murty International, Kigali Collaborative Research Centre (KCRC), and local innovation hubs, is implementing the Community Owned Rural Electrification (CORE) project funded through UK PACT.T The project is piloting Renewable Energy Users Cooperative Societies (REUCS) to enhance governance, drive productive use of energy (PUE), and establish sustainable rural electrification models.
To ensure effective coordination across REA, government entities, project partners, community cooperatives, and donors, the project requires a dedicated and experienced consultant. This role will support internal and external coordination, task order management, and facilitation of administrative approvals and logistics.
Consultant Objectives:
The Consultant will act as a bridge between REA, the CORE team, REUCS communities, and external stakeholders. The role ensures smooth information flow, supports the facilitation of project approvals, manages stakeholder expectations, and coordinates activities to achieve timely delivery of project milestones.
Consultant Activities:
The Consultant will undertake the following responsibilities:
- Stakeholder engagement and coordination (February – November 2026)
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Serve as primary liaison between REA, and the project partners, REUCS cooperatives
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Coordinate consultations, workshops, market/industry events, and validation sessions with cooperatives, mini-grid operators, policy actors, and other relevant stakeholders
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Support task order management to ensure alignment of project activities with REA’s Mini-Grids Sustainability Program and overall milestones
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Facilitate administrative processes, including internal REA approvals and clearances needed for project execution
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Document stakeholder feedback and ensure integration into project design, governance, and operational frameworks
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Draft policy briefs, communiqués, and donor updates to strengthen sector engagement
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Coordinate logistics for training programs (Training-of-Trainers, workshops, cooperative capacity-building)
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Support the development of the REUCS business case for scale-up through effective stakeholder engagement.
- Risk & issue management (February– November 2026)
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Identify and escalate emerging risks (institutional, political, operational) that may affect project delivery or stakeholder alignment.
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Recommend mitigation strategies and support proactive engagement to maintain stakeholder confidence.
Consultant Deliverables:
The Consultant will deliver the following:
- Stakeholder engagement and coordination (February – November 2026)
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(Monthly, starting February 2026) Monthly stakeholder coordination and task order management reports
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(Monthly, starting February 2026) Documentation of consultations, workshops, market/industry events, and validation sessions carried out with stakeholders, including key outcomes and forward-looking steps
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Consultant - Business Development and Partnership, AGRIFIN Kenya
Description
Proposed Consultant: Individual Consultant
Project/Consultancy Title: Business Development and Partnership Consultant
Project Location(s): Regional - Africa; Kenya - Nairobi
Background:
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.
Agrifin Program Context:
Nearly one and a half billion poor people live on less than US$1.25 a day. One billion of them live in rural areas where agriculture is their main source of livelihood. An estimated 70 million Small Holder Farmers (SHF) live in Sub Saharan Africa, over half of whom are women. Smallholders, who typically farm two hectares or less, provide over 80% of the food consumed in a large part of the developing world, contributing significantly to poverty reduction and food security. However, increasing fragmentation of landholdings, especially in infrastructure, coupled with reduced investment support, growing competition for land and water, rising input prices and climate change threaten this contribution, leaving many smallholders increasingly vulnerable.
Mobile phones are a powerful tool to access the electronic national retail payments system and enable vast numbers of clients to use a range of financial and informational services at lower cost. In agriculture, progressively more services are being delivered via mobile phone. Applications now deliver direct specific, timely information on agricultural production methods to farmers through their mobile phones.Moving beyond one-to-one communication, there are internet- and SMS-based services that allow farmers to access inputs; access price information on different crops and provide a platform for smallholders to collectively sell crops and buy inputs, thereby lowering costs and accessing new markets. Launched in 2012, Mercy Corps AgriFin’s primary target group is unbanked smallholder farmers living on less than USD 2 per day. Mobilizing a vast network of partners, AgriFin ensures that the needs of farmers inform the design of partner products and services. Our shared global context is challenging – climate variability and population growth present unprecedented challenges. Yet, our experience tells us that farmers are determined to beat the odds.
Weather and Climate Service (WCS) Context:
The Advancing Public-Private Engagement in Climate Services for Small Scale Producers program is a three-year engagement working in Kenya and Senegal, that aims to develop and pilot innovative public-private partnership or engagement (PPP/PPE) models that support effective and sustainable weather and climate service (WCS) delivery for improved agricultural decision making. The ultimate goal of the program is to increase the resilience of small-scale producers to the impacts of climate variability and change.
The intended outcome of this program is improved access to and uptake of WCS which improves agricultural decision-making at the meso-scale as a result of sustained engagement in innovative PPP/PPE to support wider adoption and scale-up. Four Outputs will contribute to the achievement of this goal:
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Country level context analyses that map the hydromet value chain, key public and private sector stakeholders, challenges and priority opportunities for greater private sector engagement, and relevant regulatory frameworks and policies.
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Effective public private collaboration in pilot projects founded upon clear, transparent, and equitable PPP/PPE frameworks.
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Pilot projects that deliver innovative, effective, and sustainable WCS solutions for smallholder agriculture that tap into the strengths of both public and private sector actors with a focus on addressing the gap between demand and supply of targeted WCS.
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Evidence generated and shared to inform scale-up of pilots and wider uptake of pilot approaches.
Purpose / Project Description:
The consultant will support the fulfillment of the objectives, activities, and deliverables below in close collaboration with the DCSA Director.
Consultant Objectives:
The Business Development and Partnership Consultant will support the identification, engagement, and support of potential partners through the utilizatio...
Commercial Finance & Compliance Manager, GGP Component 3 – DRC
Description
COMMERCIAL FINANCE & COMPLIANCE MANAGER, GGP
ABOUT MERCY CORPS
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible.
In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.
Now, and for the future.
The Programme / Department / Team
Mercy Corps is present in the DRC since August 2007 with a current workforce of more than 300 national and expatriate employees and operational presence in Goma and Beni (North Kivu Province), in Bunia (Ituri Province), in Tshikapa, Kalonda West and Ndjoko Punda (Kasai Province), and in Kinshasa. As a leading NGO in DRC, working with more than 40 partners in 2024, Mercy Corps reached 2.12 million people in North Kivu, South Kivu, Ituri and Kasai with integrated programmes that ensured equitable access to improved water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services in humanitarian and development settings; supported a comprehensive, rapid response to ongoing humanitarian needs; promoted economic and livelihood development to strengthen food security and resilience; as well as institutional capacity strengthening and social cohesion to foster peace and good governance.
Green Growth Programme Component 3: Scaling Finance for Established Agri-businesses in the Democratic Republic of Congo forms part of FCDO’s Green Growth Programme (GGP) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This component aims to increase access to finance for climate-smart agribusinesses, catalysing private investment, and promoting sustainable economic growth. The programme will work with financial institutions, impact funds, and agribusinesses to expand the use of innovative financial products, improve access to finance for DRC firms, and incentivise lenders and investors to support green activities such as the uptake of resilient seeds, irrigation systems, and solar technologies. Through a combination of technical assistance, catalytic grants, and concessional finance, the programme will mobilise additional private capital, strengthen financial markets, and build the resilience and productivity of DRC’s agricultural sector. This component forms part of FCDO’s broader efforts to promote low-carbon, climate-resilient development and deliver measurable results under the UK’s International Climate Finance (ICF) commitments.
The Position
The Commercial Finance and Compliance (CFC) Manager will provide strategic financial and complianceleadership to ensure the GGP Component 3 programme’s resources are used effectively, transparently and in full accordance with FCDO requirements, Mercy Corps internal policies and national regulations in DRC. The CFC must be fluent in compliance matters as the role will bridge the programme’s technical, financial and investment components – helping to manage finance risks and uphold strong financial governance and compliance standards across the delivery partners. m. S/he will empower the operations and finance team while providing quality control to ensure robust, flexible, and adaptive operations to support programme activities.
Working closely with the Programme Team Lead, Country Finance team, HQ UK Headquarters and a specialist delivery partner, the CFC Manager will oversee budgeting, financial reporting, grants and subcontract management, and compliance systems that promote transparency, accountability, and value for money. The position plays a key role in ensuring adaptive, inclusive, and compliant programme delivery - strengthening fiduciary integrity, supporting partner capacity, and contributing to strategic decision-making to advance the programme’s objectives.
Essential Responsibilities
OPERATIONAL – FINANCIAL
● Maintain and oversee the workflow processes for operations, finance and grants.
● Support the Programme Team Lead in managing all financial operations of the project, including accounting, financial reporting, cash management, and budget oversight.
● Lead the programme’s financial operations and reporting, supporting the development and ongoing management of detailed budgets, including Activity-Based Budgeting (ABB) and forecasts.
● Ensure activity budgets are developed in cooperation with technical teams, maintaining a master collation of activity budgets that details activity priorities and resources.
● Mitigate project risks and protect the programme against fraudulent practices through adherence to the programme’s schedule of authorities.
● Ensure strict implementation of a soun...
Cooperatives Data and Technical Integration Expert
Description
Project/Consultancy Title: Cooperatives Data and Technical Integration Expert
Project Location(s): Nigeria, Africa
Background:
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.
Energy 4 Impact (E4I), the energy innovation platform of Mercy Corps, manages programs that increase access to energy and productive use of energy (PUE) for poor and vulnerable communities in Sub Saharan Africa (SSA), Asia and other developing markets. We do a lot of work with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to help them grow their business, trial new business models and technologies, and raise capital.
Purpose / Project Description:
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA), in partnership with Mercy Corps Energy 4 Impact (E4I), Murty International, Kigali Collaborative Research Centre (KCRC), and local innovation hubs, is implementing the Community Owned Rural Electrification (CORE) project funded through UK PACT.T The project is piloting Renewable Energy Users Cooperative Societies (REUCS) to enhance governance, drive productive use of energy (PUE), and establish sustainable rural electrification models.
A critical success factor is aligning REUCS with Nigeria’s existing agricultural cooperative structures under the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD). This requires a dedicated consultant, directly supporting FMARD and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to gather and analyze data on cooperatives, identify synergies, and ensure that proposed REUCS reforms integrate smoothly with REA’s internal processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Consultant Objectives:
The Cooperatives Data and Technical Integration Expert will support the mapping, analysis, and integration of agricultural cooperative data with REUCS models, starting with the CORE project sites. The consultant will also provide technical support to REA’s internal REUCS unit and project partners, ensuring alignment of reforms with SOPs. Additionally, the role will support the planning and implementation of Train-of-Trainers (ToT) capacity building activities to REA’s internal REUCS unit and the cooperatives.
Consultant Activities:
The Consultant will undertake the following responsibilities:
- Data gathering and analysis (February 2026)
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Collect and review existing cooperative data from FMARD and related agencies.
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Analyze cooperative structures, governance models, and performance trends.
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Identify opportunities for synergy between REUCS and agricultural cooperatives.
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Develop a database/mapping tool of relevant agricultural cooperatives for project use.
- Technical support and institutional alignment (February 2026)
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Provide technical input to the REA REUCS unit and CORE project team on aligning reforms with existing REA SOPs.
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Review institutional processes and recommend adjustments for smoother integration of REUCS within REA’s framework.
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Support preparation of technical briefs and internal memos to guide REA’s management decisions on REUCS integration.
- Capacity building and knowledge transfer (March – August)
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Support the design, planning, and execution of ToT initiatives to REA, cooperatives, and local innovation hubs.
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Develop training content, manuals, and facilitation guides in collaboration with REA and the CORE team.
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Provide technical backstopping during ToTs, cooperative workshops, and trainings to local innovation hubs.
Consultant Deliverables:
The Consultant will deliver the following:
- Data gathering and analysis (February 2026)
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(January 2026) Comprehensive analysis of cooperative structures, governance models, and performance trends for CORE project sites
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Family Support Worker Person Specification Experience: • Experience based in the community working with individuals in a person- centred way in a one to one and group setting. • Experience of working in partnership with individuals to identify support needs and achieve outcomes. • Experience of developing and maintaining positive working relationships with colleagues and professionals from Education, NHS, Statutory and Third Sector organisations. • Experience of negotiating and promoting issues on behalf of the individuals supported by the service • Ability to complete reports and collate date for monitoring and evaluation purposes. • Ability to use IT effectively. Attitude and Approach: • Empathy and understanding of the challenges unpaid Carers and Young Carers may face. • Self-motivated and reliable with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. • Enthusiasm, commitment, and flexibility are all essential qualities required for this post. • Commitment to the principles of equal opportunities and inclusion and their practical implementation. • Communicate with colleagues, Carers, and other agencies helpfully, professionally, and courteously. Knowledge and Skills: • Ability to manage caseload and plan diary. • Excellent administrative skills, well organised with good time management and a methodical approach to work. • Excellent communication skills both spoken and written. • Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills. • An understanding of the principle of safeguarding and protection within Health and Social Care Services. February 2025
GLASGOW ASSOCIATION FOR MENTAL HEALTH
PERSON SPECIFICATION
POST:
PROJECT WORKER
PROJECT:
SERVICE CENTRES
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential:
Social Work, Community work, Social Care qualification, SVQ 2/3
or equivalent which can be registered with the Scottish Social
Services Council
EXPERIENCE
Essential:
A minimum of two years’ experience of working in a community
or Health and Social care setting with people and families with
support needs.
Experience in working with individuals in a person centred and
recovery focused way
Experience of working in partnership with service users to
identify support goals and achieve outcomes.
Experience in lone working as well as being part of a team.
Experience of negotiating and promoting issues on behalf of
service users.
Experience of networking and joint working with colleagues and
professionals from other agencies and sectors.
Experience of report writing, monitoring and evaluation
Desirable: Supervisory experience
Experience of dealing with the welfare benefits system
SKILLS
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
IT Literate
.
Ability to work effectively with individuals with a range of needs.
Ability to work under pressure both as part of a team and
independently.
Ability to contribute effectively in team meetings and supervision
sessions.
Ability to plan, organise, implement and evaluate work in
accordance with the goals agreed in the service user outcome
based Support Plan.
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Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills.
Reliability and good time management skills
Ability to keep accurate records of work.
Ability to develop your practice through reflection and learning.
KNOWLEDGE
Essential: Knowledge of the SSSC’s Codes of Practice and the National
Care Standards and how this framework applies to social care
practice.
An understanding of the principle of working in a socially
inclusive service and of encouraging user participation.
An understanding of equal opportunities and commitment to
anti-discriminatory practice.
An understanding of the principle of safeguarding and protection
in Health and Social Care services.
Desirable:
A knowledge of the current framework of legislation around
social care and mental health e.g. Regulation of Care (Scotland)
Act 2001 Mental Health (Care and Treatment) Act 2003,
A working knowledge of welfare benefits
PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES
Compassionate and empathetic approach to support
Ability to relate well to people
A commitment to and understanding of human rights, equalities
and diversity.
. Enthusiasm, motivation, energy and flexibility are all essential
qualities required to this post.
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GLASGOW ASSOCIATION FOR MENTAL HEALTH Job Description POST: Distress Response Worker Compassionate Distress Response Service (GAMH) ACCOUNTABLE TO: CDRS Service Manager REPORTING TO: Distress Response Project Leader BACKGROUND: Glasgow Association for Mental Health has been commissioned by Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership to deliver a Compassionate Distress Response Service. This work has been developed as part of the NHSGGC Multiagency Distress Collaborative with the aim of providing a more appropriate response to people in distress who do not require a medical, clinical or specialist psychiatric assessment. The service is available to adults 16+, who at the time of their distress are currently within the geographical area of Glasgow City HSCP. Our OOHs service is for Emergency Services, First Responders and the Mental Health Assessment Units at Leverndale and Stobhill. This service operates 7 days per week, from 4.45pm - 2am. Our In Hrs service is for GPs and their multidisciplinary teams. This service operates 5 days a week, from 9am-5pm. Both services provide mainly telephone contact with some face to face support where needed. CDRS operate from our GAMH Head Office at St Andrews by the Green. PURPOSE AND ROLE: Specific Responsibilities You will provide a quick and effective response to individuals referred to CDRS, help alleviate their feelings of distress through compassionate listening and providing appropriate coping strategies to meet their needs. You will respond to referrals into the service, following initial triage conversations and risk assessment You will help individuals make informed choices and help with signposting when needed. February 2025 Workload Management & Planning You will be able to respond quickly, efficiently and professionally to referrals made into the service. You will help manage and resolve challenging situations promptly and raise issues appropriately using the correct processes and procedures. You will keep up to date with any correspondence from management and adapt practice in line with any changes. You will ensure that the appropriate staff are updated with relevant handover/follow up arrangements. Information Gathering, Monitoring and Evaluation You will be responsible for accurate record keeping, administrative and information/data processing tasks and ensure that they are processed to the required standards at all times, contributing to service monitoring, evaluation and quality assurance requirements. You will contribute to agreed systems, procedures and practice for assessments, plans and reviews. You will contribute to the development of systems to manage risk to self, others and team members. Training and Support You will participate in training, induction and Preparation for Practice as necessary to carry out the functions of the post. You will take part in formal/informal team meetings, feedback and supervision sessions. You will use Learning Sets to reinforce key issues and facilitate shared learning within and across services. Policies, Procedures and Contractual Agreement You will ensure practice is within our contractual obligations and meets appropriate codes of professional conduct. You will have sound knowledge of relevant policies and procedures how they impact on individuals, ensuring all safeguarding, H&S and risk concerns are appropriately reported and recorded. You will have a strong commitment to good practice and utilise resources appropriately. February 2025 Safe Guarding To contribute to the development of systems to manage risk to self, others and team members. To develop with the team working practices which ensure participation of all team members and encourage effective and safe practice. To promote the protection of service users and carers including ensuring that you and the team members can access and understand information about the legal and organisational requirements for the protection of adults and children. Maintain and monitor compliance with legislative, regulatory, registration and Inspection requirements that support the safeguarding of individuals from harm or abuse Health and Safety Maintain and monitor compliance with health and safety and security requirements To ensure that others are aware of the legal and work settings policies, procedures and practices required for health, safety and security relating to their work. General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) GAMH complies with all aspects of data protection and takes seriously its duties, and the duties of its employees, under the General Data Protection Regulation 2016. The GDPR (2016) applies to personal information that is "processed". This includes obtaining personal information, retaining and using it, allowing it to be accessed, disclosing it and, finally, disposing of it. You will be expected to adhere to the organisations Data Protection and Data Management Policy. You will ensure t...
GLASGOW ASSOCIATION FOR MENTAL HEALTH
JOB DESCRIPTION
POST:
PROJECT WORKER
ACCOUNTABLE TO:
PROJECT LEADER
REPORTS TO: TEAM COORDINATOR
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GAMH - Our Approach
Glasgow Association for Mental Health is an independent Scottish charity
that provides community based support to the people of Glasgow and
their communities. The services and opportunities we offer help people
who are recovering from mental health problems live the lives THEY
want to live. We also support Carers, including Young Carers and
promote the equality, inclusion and human rights of people who have
been affected by mental ill health.
We work with people in ways that encourage hope (belief that recovery is
possible) learning and self confidence. We recognise that people are the
experts in their own lives and their own health They are experts by
experience and have the right to make their own choices and decisions.
We recognise that the effects of inequality and stigma and discrimination
make recovery more difficult than it should be and undermine people’s sense
of wellbeing. As an organisation we work to ensure that both as a service
provider and as an employer, we avoid discrimination and promote fairness
and inclusion for everyone.
Purpose
The role of the Project Worker will contribute to the effective delivery of our
community based support services ensuring that they meet key service
objectives and the expressed needs of service users and carers. The Project
Worker will encourage the people we support to lead the life they want to
lead by adopting a recovery focused approach to practice which encourages
and supports people to build in confidence, self-esteem and to increase and
develop life skills to plan for their future.
The Project Worker will provide first line management to the Assistant Project
Workers.
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Management Tasks
To provide first line management to Assistant Project Workers using
established supervision and performance management systems.
To contribute to the personal development of self and the team of Assistant
Project Workers in conjunction with the Team Coordinator/ Project Leader.
To implement agreed systems, procedures and practice for assessments,
plans and reviews in conjunction with the Team/Coordinator Project Leader.
To contribute to the development of systems to manage risk to self, others
and team members.
Specific Responsibilities – Service Delivery
1. To work in partnership with the service user or carer to identify support
goals and to regularly review user defined outcomes under the supervision
of the Project Leader.
2. A key task will be to promote social inclusion and recovery by facilitating
opportunities for service users and carers to build networks of support so
that they are more connected with their community and have links with
other people and resources that are important to their health and
wellbeing.
3. To work collaboratively with the service user to ensure that they can fully
participate in their individual support strategy, the direction of GAMH
services and the organisation as a whole by encouraging involvement in
GAMH forums and groups.
4. To support service users and carers to increase and/or develop interests,
skills and capabilities to enable them to participate fully in their own
communities.
5. To encourage service users’ to build meaningful networks within the
community through participation in support opportunities and activities and
enabling access to mainstream community based resources and services.
6. To support service users to sustain their tenancies and build a sense of
home.
7. To participate in and facilitate other support opportunities as directed
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8. To use the team approach to plan and offer support as identified in the
Personal Support Plan in partnership with the service user and other
stakeholders.
9. To implement agreed team working practices which ensure participation of
all team members and encourage effective and safe practice
10. To contribute to the development, implementation and review of support
plans with service users and carers
11. To work in partnership with service users and carers, key people and
others within and outside GAMH to promote service user and carer’s
choice about their support
12. To review with the Assistant Project Workers the outcomes of agreed
support and service arrangements and to provide feedback to the Project
Leader on individual and team performance based on objective
assessments.
13. To work with team members to ensure compliance with systems,
procedures and practice that support positive outcomes for service users
and carers.
14. To use organisational procedures to challenge poor practice and to record
and report any issues of poor and malpractice to appropriate person.
Safe Guarding
Follow agreed GAM...FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Description
We are seeking a compassionate, organised person who will work with unpaid
Carers, Young Carers and their families to identify and access supports that will
assist them within their caring role creating their own Personal Plan or Young
Carers Statement. A key task will be to promote social inclusion by facilitating
opportunities for Carers to build networks of support so that they are more
connected within their community and have links with other people and
resources that are important to their health and well being.
Key Responsibilities
• Working with Carers to assess their needs creating a Personal Plan or Young
Carers Statement identifying outcomes that will support them in their caring
role. Reviewing regularly to ensure that support is relevant and effective.
• Delivering a range of practical and emotional supports for Carers so they will
feel able to maintain their caring responsibilities whilst also achieving positive
wellbeing
• Negotiate and liaise with services to ensure Carers needs are addressed.
• Working closely with a broad range of services including Statutory, Education
and Third sector organisations throughout Glasgow to build new and strengthen
existing relationships with partners raising the profile of GAMH North East
Carers Service and Glasgow Carers Partnership.
Identify and participate in events and networking opportunities to raise
awareness of Adult and Young Carers ensuring they are identified and offered
support early in their caring journey.
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• Ensure adherence to GAMH policies and procedures including safeguarding
and Data Management protocols.
• Collect and maintain accurate and up-to-date records relating to the service
including entry onto electronic spreadsheets and databases, and support
information retrieval and report writing.
• Any other duties appropriate to the post and in accordance with the
requirements of GAMH
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General
• Take responsibility for and keep up to date with current practice and maintain
records of your own personal and professional development, according to
legal and organisational requirements.
• Ensure that the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Codes of Practice
are always complied with.
• Attend regular supervision with line manager.
• Participate in team and staff meetings and attend other meetings as
requested.
• Engage in training as necessary to support the role.
• At all times maintain the professional integrity and reputation of the Charity
and represent their main interests in any dealings with other bodies, groups,
and individuals.
• Participate in out-of-hours work as and when required.
• To perform any other duties and responsibilities consistent with the post as
directed by the Carers Service Manager
Health and Safety
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Work effectively and follow lone working practices which encourage effective
and safe practice.
• Ensure that you are aware of and comply with GAMH policies, procedures
and practices designed to protect the health, safety, and security of all
employees.
• Report risks or issues to the Service manager.
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