Foundation Operations Manager

4 weeks ago

Sunderland UK, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom Northern Powergrid Foundation Full time

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Northern Powergrid Foundation has been established in support of our mission of becoming an anchor organisation in the communities we serve. It commits to funding projects across our network that support energy resilience initiatives and helps those in our local communities who are most affected by changes in our economy, environment and society because of the shifting energy landscape.


The Foundation was initially funded by a £7.69m donation from Northern Powergrid (Northeast) plc and Northern Powergrid (Yorkshire) plc. But this is just a start, our purpose is an enduring one that goes beyond this initial funding and reflects our desire to create a legacy across our communities.


The Foundation’s board of trustees has established the organisation as a charitable Foundation, assessing funding requests and building a plan for self-sustainability as an entity. It is important that we are confident we are doing the right thing and spending our funds on the things that matter most to our communities.


To support this, we are currently recruiting for a purpose driven, highly organised and creative charity manager to play a key role in creating and delivering the Foundation’s business plan as well as coordinating and providing support to the Foundation’s trustees.


This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a new charitable Foundation that’s purpose is to enhance energy resilience, reduce fuel poverty and support the transition to net zero within our communities.


Along with a competitive salary of up to £45k, we also offer great benefits such as:

  • Agile Working
  • 25 days holiday
  • Up to 15% performance related bonus


We’re excited to hear from candidates with a passion for making a difference in our local communities, driven by creating a positive impact to our regions energy resilience needs. This will be a varied and dynamic role where you will work alongside a diverse set of stakeholders delivering both operational and strategic outcomes. Apply now and we’ll be in touch.


SCOPE OF THE ROLE

Reporting to the Head of the Foundation and working with the trustees, you will provide operational management relating to all aspects of the Foundation. To work with other key partners to extend the scope of services and appropriate grants that we can offer beneficiaries and clearly demonstrate and promote the positive impact of the Foundation.


Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain existing and develop new partnerships with statutory, voluntary and private sector organisations for the benefit of our communities.
  • Develop and manage initiatives, events and campaigns, working with respective Northern Powergrid teams to increase engagement in our mission and ensure we can measure the impact.
  • Be a known face of the Northern Powergrid Foundation, recognised in our communities to build a positive brand image.
  • Ensure you are managing the Foundation in accordance with our commitment to DEI, creating social impact through funding and partnerships delivering to a broad range of recipients
  • Manage all operational activity of the Foundation according to the strategic direction provided by the Board including grant making, stakeholder management, communications and marketing.
  • Have a key role in the delivery of the Foundation annual business plan.
  • Be responsible for planning and delivering a range of support, services and financial grants for communities whose primary focus is to build energy resilience, reduce fuel poverty and contribute to net zero.
  • Ensure robust and clear processes for awarding grants in line with their funding principles.
  • Be responsible for all aspects of service delivery, grants and performance, including monitoring and reporting
  • Provide relevant information to enable effective reporting to the Board of Trustees, providing board reports and accurate, up to date information pertaining to funding and community engagement by the Foundation.
  • Ensure income and expenditure are correctly recorded in the accounts and a high-quality audit trail maintained.
  • Work in partnership with external partners to drive awareness, identify beneficiaries and engage with the wider community.
  • Supporting the updates and revisions to the charity’s business plan and funding strategy in accordance with the Boards strategic direction.
  • Develop and maintain policies and procedures in accordance with the board’s strategic direction.
  • Undertake any other relevant duties within the overall scope of the role, as requested by the Trustees.


Essential Criteria

  • A passion for the mission of Northern Powergrid Foundation
  • Ability to inspire and lead people
  • Financial literacy and knowledge of charity governance and regulations
  • Proven organisational, project management and problem-solving skills


Key Competencies

  • A commitment to working in partnership with our local community partners.
  • Flexible and adaptable approach.
  • A good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
  • Highly competent in the use of email, internet, MS Office and social media platforms


Application window closes on 15th September 2024

Interviews will be held week commencing 30th September 2024

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