OPERATIONS DIRECTOR - ISS
JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: OPERATIONS DIRECTOR  - ISS

Responsible  to: Course Director

Main Purpose:
The Operations  Director, as a key member  of the ISS Senior Leadership  Team (SLT), will assume responsibility
for  the  smooth  day-to-day  management  of  ISS  and,  together  with  the  Director  of  Studies  (DoS),  will  be
involved  with  planning  and  preparation  in  the  months  leading  up  to  the  course,  reporting  to  the  Course
Director. The position acts as a visible  leader for the course, providing  motivation and inspiration  for the ISS
students  and  staff.  They  are  also  the  key  liaison  with  all  school-employed  support  teams  and  external
contractors.  The  summer  school  experience  is  an  intense  one, and  the  ability  to work  under  pressure,  to
manage competing demands  and to communicate  effectively with, and motivate staff and pupils  is essential.

Course Dates:  The  course in  2026  will run  for 4 weeks, and  we will  require  an Operations  Director to begin
prior  to  the  course  start  date.  If candidates  have  holidays,  weddings,  graduations  etc  booked,  they  must
mention  this at the interview  stage. Time off for such events cannot be guaranteed  otherwise.
The course  is run  on the Senior  School campus  (Sedbergh),  with  three London  trips  running  throughout  the
course. See breakdown  of dates below (subject  to change).

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18th June: SLT, including  Operations  Director, arrive on site
27th – 30th June 2026: London trip
30th June  – 8th August:  Senior  School campus  at Sedbergh  (staff induction  begins  on 27th June  or 2nd
July, depending  on contract start date)
18th – 21st July: London trip
25th – 28th July: London trip

Summer  School roles are residential  and involve  variable  hours, including  evenings  and weekends.  Weekly
pay reflects both  active working hours  and periods  of standby/on-call  duty. Staff receive one full day off per
week and reasonable  daily rest periods.

The school cannot cover the cost of travelling to and from the school.

Roles and Responsibilities:

•  To  oversee  and  manage  all  logistical  aspects  of  Sedbergh  ISS,  reporting  regularly  to  the  Course

Director.

•  To  line  manage  the  Activity  Manager,  and  ensure  all  activities  have  effective  Risk  Assessments  in

place and adhere  to school policies and expectations throughout  the  course.

•  To  liaise  regularly  with  the  DoS  and  ISS  Administrator,  to  ensure  all  administrative  aspects  of the

summer  school adhere  to school policies and expectations  throughout  the  course.

•  To establish  and maintain  a positive, welcoming and supportive  atmosphere  throughout  ISS for staff

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and pupils.
In  conjunction  with  other  SLT  members,  to  prepare  and  deliver  the  staff  and  pupil  induction
programmes.

•  Promote and ensure  a thorough understanding  of ISS policies and  procedures  by all  staff.
•  Ensure  all GDPR  protocols are met throughout  the programme.
•  As  a member  of the  SLT, to take  joint  responsibility  for the  overall  safeguarding  standards,  safety,
welfare and behaviour,  including  following established  disciplinary  procedures,  of all staff and pupils
during  their  stay  and  ensure  that  rules  are  always  abided  by  and  according  to  the  Staff and  Pupil
Handbooks.

•  To  take  pro-active,  positive  action  to  address  any  issues  that  arise,  and  carry  out  disciplinary

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procedures  if required,  following School policies and as outlined  in the Staff Handbook.
In conjunction  with the DoS and Activity Manager, to ensure all necessary steps are taken to minimise
risk, e.g. risk  assessments  are carried out, acted on and regularly  reviewed,  fire drills  are carried  out
regularly  in all communal  areas and First Aid  is always available.

•  To be  responsible  for staff rotas and  ensure  pupils  are adequately  supervised  24  hours  per  day and

in line with activity/teaching  ratios.

•  To ensure  that  all staff are  carrying  out their  duties  to a sufficiently  high  standard  and  to manage

staff appraisals as appropriate.

•  To oversee the quality  delivery  of all sporting  and social activities ensuring  each is carried out to the

highest  of standards, including  safety.

•  Be  the  point  of  regular  communication  with  the  School  Operations  Team  to  ensure  transport,
catering, cleaning and laundry  are running  smoothly, providing  feedback and requesting  adjustments
as necessary, holding  providers  to the standards  set out  in the  planning  months,  and  informing  the
Course Director of any issues.

•  On an agreed rota basis, to be in possession  of the emergency  phone  out of office hours and  during

the night.

•  To ensure  relevant  information for staff and pupils  is displayed  on notice  boards.
•  Be  in  daily  contact with  the  Course  Director  and  ...

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR - ISS

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications/Attainment

Essential

Desirable

Evidence of vocational training obtained in an education/childcare
setting

X

Current First Aid certificate

Full UK driving licence

Experience/Knowledge

X

X

Essential

Desirable

A  minimum  of  2  years  of  experience  working  with  children  in  a
professional capacity and in a similar setting
Proven experience of organising and leading staff to deliver a course,
event or product

Demonstrated understanding of health and safety and safeguarding

X

X

X

Previous summer school and/or boarding school experience

Experience of working with international pupils

Good understanding of working to a budget

Skills/Abilities

Proven ability to lead a team

Excellent communication skills, especially in terms of ensuring various
teams uphold the required standards

Excellent organisation and time management skills

Ability to plan and ensure the course is well organised prior to delivery

Demonstrated ability to enthuse and motivate staff and students alike

Energy, enthusiasm, adaptability, flexibility and an ability to work under
pressure

X

X

X

Essential

Desirable

X

X

X

X

X

X

Experience  of  writing  risk  assessments  and  understanding  of  the
importance of briefing staff to use these

X

The ability to speak other languages

X

RECTOR: BOX RIVER BENEFICE

Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich

• We are praying for and seeking to appoint an incumbent who will be:
• Self-motivated and committed to Pastoral Care and a diverse ministry
• A communicator who can inspire and lead
• A Prayerful teacher with a calling for God’s work
• Looking for a new challenge and exciting role
• Has a good sense of humour!

If this is you, then please respond to our need.

The five rural parishes of the ‘Box River Benefice’ are located in beautiful countryside in south west Suffolk.

For an informal conversation please contact: archdeacon.david@cofesuffolk.org / 01473 252829 | 07900 990073

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We are seeking a collaborative and missional priest to join the Mold Mission Area, rooted in Llanferres, Gwernaffield, Rhydymwyn, Cilcain and Nannerch. This is an exciting opportunity to proclaim the Gospel, nurture close-knit communities, and develop worship in a variety of styles.

We are looking for someone who:

• will love and encourage our congregations
• will be a visible presence in our communities
• can engage with families and schools
• will work collaboratively with clergy and lay ministers
• appreciates Welsh culture and heritage.

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Job Introduction

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Production team at Tate, supporting the production and delivery artist commissions at Tate Modern.

Since Tate Modern opened in 2000, the Turbine Hall has hosted some of the world’s most memorable and acclaimed works of contemporary art, reaching an audience of millions each year.

The Hyundai Commission offers a stage for international artists to present new, site-specific installations in the iconic Turbine Hall. The annual Infinities Commission supports experimental and visionary new work in Tate Modern’s Tanks and provides a platform for international artists at the cutting-edge of contemporary practice, enabling them to realise innovative and future-facing projects at a critical point in their careers.

As Production Coordinator you will support the planning, production, and delivery of varied and complex projects; you will work collaboratively with a diverse range of internal and external colleagues and use your own initiative to ensure tasks and projects are completed to the highest standard. You will need to be well-organised, with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. You will have demonstrable experience of assisting the delivery of projects or programmes, alongside excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a meticulous attention to detail.

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Programme Manager, Digital & Information Services (ITS298A)

The University of Aberdeen is embarking on a transformational journey to enhance and modernise its Student Management System (SMS). As part of this ambitious programme, we aim to simplify and standardise processes, adopt modern technologies, and ensure a seamless student experience.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Programme Manager to spearhead this critical transformation initiative, ensuring the successful delivery of a comprehensive and modern Student Management System over multiple years that will provide the digital backbone of our institution.

Initially this post is for an 18-month period, but with the intention to extend subject to stage-gate approval of the full programme.

This is a new role which will define the roadmap, champion the vision to senior stakeholders, and lead the delivery of a solution that will shape the student and staff experience for years to come. The successful candidate will lead an ambitious programme as we aim to simplify and standardise processes, adopt modern technologies, and ensure a seamless staff and student experience.

You will be expected to champion the vision to senior stakeholders, building relationships across our community, to ensure the programme is delivered to budget and within timescales, driving innovation in line with the University’s requirements.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 7, £47,389 - £56,535 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Mike Whyment, Programme Director, e-mail: m.whyment@abdn.ac.uk

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.

Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

Please do not hesitate to contact Robyn Bell, HR Adviser (e-mail: robyn.bell@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Job Reference Number: ITS298A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 30th January 2026

The Directorate of Digital and Information Services embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.

Overview

Sightsavers is looking for an experienced Project Manager to deliver a Systems Strengthening work package for the Reaching the Last Mile Fund (RLMF), working to eliminate OV and LF onchocerciasis (OV) and lymphatic filariasis (LF) in Africa.

Salary:        £34,529 - £40,622.00 pro rata 
Location:    UK remote and/or Haywards Heath based, with occasional travel to Africa

Contract: 12-month Fixed-term Contract (renewable subject to funding)

Hours: Full time (35 hours) or part time (25 hours plus) with some flexibility around hours worked

Responsibilities

About the role

The Reaching the Last Mile Fund (RLMF) expansion project is a six-year, $500m programme that will progress the elimination of onchocerciasis (OV) and lymphatic filariasis (LF) in Africa. In 2026, Sightsavers is working with Ministries of Health to implement RLMF funding in ten countries, with RLMF supporting work in 34 in total. Sightsavers chairs the Systems Strengthening Committee, and under this committee a new package of activities focusing on increasing laboratory capacity for OV detection has been approved for 2026. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee and coordinate this work package.

As Project Manager for RLMF laboratory capacity building, you will provide all aspects of project management support and coordination for the 2026 laboratory capacity strengthening workplan; including working closely with and providing support to the Laboratory Technical Advisor for RLMF, ensuring all tasks and activities progress and providing reports of this progress to colleagues, the donors and the RLMF Systems Strengthening Committee.

This role will suit an experienced and proactive Project Manager with exceptional coordination and management skills, who has previously supported delivery of a large-scale workplan within a multi-organisational programme and has experience of International Development, public health or Neglected Tropical Diseases.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Extensive demonstrable experience managing multi-organisational projects within International Development, Public Health or similar.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Experience of communicating with and reporting to internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent analytical and IT skills.
• Strong analytical, writing, editing and verbal skills for communicating with broad and diverse stakeholders.
• Effective as a collaborator in complex internal and external organizations.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Good inter-personal and relationship management skills
• Knowledge and behaviours that support equality, diversity and inclusive practice
• Able to prioritise and manage competing tasks and deadlines across workstreams and countries
• Able to work largely without supervision (but within a team)
• Willingness to undertake periodic travel for meeting attendance.
• Fluency in English

Desirable

• Project management qualification(s).
• Experience with onchocerciasis, NTDs, or work with African Health Systems
• Experience of working as part of a multi-organisational team
• French language skills
• Understanding of research governance and ethical principles particularly in relation to research with vulnerable people

 This is a varied role, please read the full job description for further details.

Benefits

Sightsavers offers some fantastic benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous annual leave allowance, pension, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and wellness discounts. If you choose to work in or are visiting our collaborative, modern office space, you will find it an easy 20-minute train journey from Brighton or 45 minutes from London.

Next Steps

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal.

We anticipate that remote interviews will take place in the week commencing 9 February 2026. The evaluation process will includ...

Overview

Sightsavers is looking for a an experience Project Manager to deliver a Systems Strengthening work package for the Reaching the Last Mile Fund (RLMF), working to eliminate OV and LF onchocerciasis (OV) and lymphatic filariasis (LF) in Africa.

Salary:         Local terms and conditions apply
Location:      Burkina Faso, Ouagadougou. Office based, with occasional travel across the Region and to Head Office, Haywards Heath

Contract: 12-month Fixed-term Contract (renewable subject to funding)

Hours: Full time (35 hours) or part time (25 hours plus) with some flexibility around hours worked

Responsibilities

About the role

The Reaching the Last Mile Fund (RLMF) expansion project is a six-year, $500m programme that will progress the elimination of onchocerciasis (OV) and lymphatic filariasis (LF) in Africa. In 2026, Sightsavers is working with Ministries of Health to implement RLMF funding in ten countries, with RLMF supporting work in 34 in total. Sightsavers chairs the Systems Strengthening Committee, and under this committee a new package of activities focusing on increasing laboratory capacity for OV detection has been approved for 2026. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee and coordinate this work package.

As Project Manager for RLMF laboratory capacity building, you will provide all aspects of project management support and coordination for the 2026 laboratory capacity strengthening workplan; including working closely with and providing support to the Laboratory Technical Advisor for RLMF, ensuring all tasks and activities progress and providing reports of this progress to colleagues, the donors and the RLMF Systems Strengthening Committee.

This role will suit an experienced and proactive Project Manager with exceptional coordination and management skills, who has previously supported delivery of a large-scale workplan within a multi-organisational programme and has experience of International Development, public health or Neglected Tropical Diseases.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Extensive demonstrable experience managing multi-organisational projects within International Development, Public Health or similar.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Experience of communicating with and reporting to internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent analytical and IT skills.
• Strong analytical, writing, editing and verbal skills for communicating with broad and diverse stakeholders.
• Effective as a collaborator in complex internal and external organizations.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Good inter-personal and relationship management skills
• Knowledge and behaviours that support equality, diversity and inclusive practice
• Able to prioritise and manage competing tasks and deadlines across workstreams and countries
• Able to work largely without supervision (but within a team)
• Willingness to undertake periodic travel for meeting attendance.
• Fluency in English

Desirable

• Project management qualification(s).
• Experience with onchocerciasis, NTDs, or work with African Health Systems
• Experience of working as part of a multi-organisational team
• French language skills
• Understanding of research governance and ethical principles particularly in relation to research with vulnerable people

 This is a varied role, please read the full job description for further details.

Next Steps

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal.

We anticipate that remote interviews will take place in the week commencing 9 February 2026. The evaluation process will include a verbal interview and potentially a written task.

Closing date: Sunday 1 February 2026

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people living with a disability are particula...

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    Assistant Manager, Tax

    THE SWIRE CHARITABLE TRUST

    HKSAR, HK

    Full-time

    4th February 2026

    Assistant Manager, Tax

    HKSAR, HK

    John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited

    A highly-diversified and global corporation, the Swire Group’s businesses encompass property, aviation, beverages and food chain, as well as marine and trading & industrial activities. Its core businesses are mainly focused in Asia, with its key operations in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland. Within Asia, Swire's activities come under the Group's publicly quoted arm, Swire Pacific Limited, which is the largest shareholder in two Hong Kong listed companies: Swire Properties and Cathay Pacific Airways.

    John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited is the holding company of the publicly-listed conglomerate, Swire Pacific Ltd. Our Taxation Department is now inviting candidates to apply for the following position:

    Assistant Manager, Tax

    
    The position is crucial for maintaining effective tax management and compliance to support the organisation’s strategic goal. The job holder supports Hong Kong tax compliance, transfer pricing, and desktop research. The person would also assist with global minimum top-up tax compliance, international tax advisory, restructuring, tax planning and M&A projects.

    Responsibilities:

    • Liaise with operating companies to manage Hong Kong tax provision review, profits tax returns and computations preparation, and liaise with external service provider for the preparation of domestic minimum top-up tax notifications and tax returns
    • Prepare formal objections and holdover applications. Liaise with operating companies for the preparation of responses to Inland Revenue Department (IRD)'s query letters, discuss technical tax issues and monitor tax status of Swire Group's Hong Kong companies
    • Manage the tagging and conversion of files into iXBRL format with the use of e-filing tools, and upload them to IRD’s designated tax portal for the electronic filing of Hong Kong profits tax returns, supplementary forms and supporting documents
    • Collaborate with the People Department to collect and review travel itineraries of overseas secondees for determining their chargeability to Hong Kong Salaries Tax
    • Support the preparation of transfer pricing documentation, including Master File, Local Files and Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCr) notifications
    • Conduct desktop research on international tax regulations and development, and assist in obtaining Hong Kong tax resident certificates for claiming treaty benefits for cross-border transactions
    • Participate in tax audits, group restructuring, and capital gains tax filings for Chinese Mainland and ASEAN subsidiaries
    • Assist in M&A transactions by conducting desktop research and advising on tax-efficient investment holding structure, performing due diligence, and assessing tax implications/exposures
    • Handle tax-related enquiries from operating companies and provide technical guidance on compliance matters
    • Contribute to special projects, including but not limited to tax health checks, field audits, and global minimum top-up tax compliance

    To be successful in this role, you must have:

    • A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
    • At least 7 years’ relevant experience in the taxation field, either from in-house or Big 4 professional service firms, with exposure to a variety of tax jurisdictions
    • A professional accounting qualification such as HKICPA or equivalent
    • Sound knowledge of the prevailing Hong Kong, PRC and international tax laws and regulations, and their practical application
    • Demonstrated expertise in transfer pricing, and conducting desktop research on emerging tax issues
    • Sound knowledge of tax software including e-Filing tools, IRD’s tax portals, and digital tools to enhance the efficiency of tax analysis and tax compliance
    • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
    • Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)

    Application:

    At Swire, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for all our people regardless of their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship, family status, disability, race, ethnicity, nationality, religious or political beliefs. We believe in creating an environment where people feel comfortable at work and are able to realise their full potential.

    We offer a competitive package to the righ...