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Applications are now open for leadership support from Pilotlight. Leaders of ambitious charities and social enterprises based in the UK can apply for our innovative free mentoring programmes. Worth up to £16k, they are designed to tackle the issues organisations are facing and amplify their impact.
How does it work?
We have a range of programmes <https://pilotlight.cmail19.com/t/t-l-qlilltk-ykyudigjk-d/> that offer individualised expert guidance on everything from creative operational improvements and efficiencies to sustainable long-term business strategies. Successful applicants will benefit from the support of business experts from diverse private and public sector organisations. These empathetic “Pilotlighters” help charity leaders through the strategic and operational challenges they may face.
Ed Mayo CEO at Pilotlight, said:
“Charities and social enterprises work tirelessly to tackle disadvantage and put their heart and soul into their causes. But, with competing pressures and opportunities, it can be difficult to know which direction to take. That’s where Pilotlight comes in.
“Our programmes see empathetic business experts share their expertise with charities, bringing new perspectives, diverse skills, and vast experience to bear on the challenges they’re facing. Since 1996, we’ve helped more than 1,000 charities reach more people, and contributed to a better world. We’ve seen it all, and we know how to make an intervention work.”
Pilotlighters develop an understanding of the workings of a charity, delve into finances and operations, and learn about opportunities on the horizon.
To date, charity participants report increased effectiveness of the service their charity delivers, increased income and increased reach after working with Pilotlight.
One organisation that benefitted from Pilotlight’s programmes is Independent Advocacy North East (IANE), a charity based in North Shields. Debbie Shelton, CEO, described the journey:
“Personally and professionally I’ve found the programme incredibly useful, as a CEO I’m expected to know all the answers and I honestly don’t. I like the way I am listened to, our issues/objectives are broken down into manageable chunks, I feel supported and there’s a ‘can do’ attitude throughout.”
Who can apply?
Charities that have been operational for over two years, employ at least one paid full-time leadership position (in post for at least six months), and have an income of less than £5 million per year, are eligible to apply. We are exploring how we can support smaller organisations. If you don’t fit all the criteria but would like to apply for support, please do. Organisations working with service users who are predominantly Black People and People of Colour (BPOC) or addressing issues in these communities are encouraged to apply.
If this sounds like your organisation, or an organisation you know then see below on how to apply.
Application deadlines depend on which programme you want to apply to, upcoming deadlines are: Friday 18 February, Friday 4 March and Friday 1 April.
For further information, visit https://www.pilotlight.org.uk/join/charity <https://pilotlight.cmail19.com/t/t-l-qlilltk-ykyudigjk-h/> or contact the Pilotlight Charity Partnerships team on 07483 014783 or charitypartnerships@pilotlight.org.uk <mailto:charitypartnerships@pilotlight.org.uk> .
Over the last two years, charities have faced many challenges, including having to rapidly adapt and change their ways of working to continue to achieve their objectives and support their beneficiaries. What was initially a temporary necessity of working remotely is now here to stay, yet many do not have the digital tools to support this way of working.
As a result, communication within organisations has become fragmented and lack of interaction with colleagues, along with increased demand on services risks negatively impacting the sector longer term – unless charities can unify their communication methods.
Luckily, there are several digital tools and software options which allow you to work smarter and achieve more. Here at Gallery Partnership, we provide an entire suite of affordable IT services and software systems, guaranteed to support your teams working remotely, empowering charities to focus on what’s most important – their cause. With over 200 organisations already choosing us as a as a leading expert and trusted partner, why not chat to us and see how we can help yours?
£9 tickets offer from Sadler’s Wells for International ballet superstar Carlos Acosta’s acclaimed company Acosta Danza.
The offers are for performances from Wed 9th to Sat 12th Feb at 7.30pm.
To book please call the Box Office on 0207 863 8000 and use the promocode CUBAN9
or online with this link https://sadlers-wells-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2022/02/9-tickets-to-Acosta-Danzas-100-Cuban.html
Please note that these tickets are limited and will be sold on first come basis and that there is a £3 transaction fee for phone or online bookings.
We are offering Free emotional and mental wellbeing support in a confidential and safe green space, for the young LGBTQ+ community (aged 16-25).
During a typical session we will include conservation work or gardening, followed by a creative activity such as painting, weaving, lino-cutting or cooking on an open fire. We use this opportunity to chat and share.
“The concept is amazing, the activities are really enriching and really well thought out. The mixture of learning, creating and then sharing was really stimulating to engage my anxious mind”, a young person who attended our programme.
Importantly, the group form a supportive network of new friends that last beyond the programme.
The programme starts on Sun 13th February and runs for 5 weeks from 10.30am-12.30pm at Heatham House (a minutes walk from Twickenham station).
For further information please see visit our website, contact us by email or phone 01273 230102.
Young people can book a place on the programme by completing our online Booking Form or there is a Referral Form available.
Older People’s Services Manager (Maternity Cover – c.12 months)
£37,395 per year (pro rata = £29,916 incl. Inner London Weighting for 28 hours per week)
Closing date: 9 am on Monday 7th February 2022.
Interviews will be held on Monday 14th February 2022.
Bishop Creighton House (BCH), a Hammersmith & Fulham charity established in 1908, runs a community centre and projects for older and disabled people and families with children under five.
We are looking for a maternity cover manager to run our Older People’s Services (OPS), which comprises Homeline, a befriending project for older people, and Keep Active, which helps older people back to fitness after a fall or illness.
As well as running OPS, you will be part of the management team of BCH. You will need experience of managing staff and volunteers and ideally, of working with older people.
To apply, visit our website and/or complete the attached application form Recruitment | Bishop Creighton House
Send completed applications to Rory Gillert, rgillert@creightonhouse.org
DanceWest is seeking to appoint a General Manager to manage our studio and hardworking team.
DanceWest is a health and wellbeing charity based in Hammersmith & Fulham, dedicated to improving the lives of west Londoners.
DanceWest – West London’s Community Dance Organisation.
The General Manager is responsible for the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of DanceWest with particular focus on the systems and operations of our studio.
They will lead our administration and play a lead role in operations, HR and policy, as well as a supporting role in compliance, governance and planning.
Hours: Full time, 9.00-5.00pm based at the DanceWest studio.
Salary: £30k depending on experience
The full post and recruitment pack can be found online: https://www.dancewest.co.uk/workwithus
Deadline for applications is 12pm on Monday 7 February 2022
Good news for those who missed out on the last offer, Sadler’s Wells have allocated some extra tickets for Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker!
The £9 tickets are for performances on Tue 25, Wed 26, Thu 27 Jan at 7.30pm and Matinee on Thu 27 Jan at 2.30pm
To book please call the Box Office on 020 7863 8000 or online and use the promo code: NUTCRACKER4
https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/matthew-bournes-nutcracker/
Please note that these tickets are limited and will be sold on first come basis and that there is a £3 transaction fee for phone or online bookings.
sobus
20 Dawes Road, London, SW6 7EN
Telephone 020 7952 1230
Email info@sobus.org.uk
Registered Charity No.1071089
and Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England No.03471416
Sobus is a new Community Development Agency for Hammersmith & Fulham. It has been created through the merger of the Community and Voluntary Sector Association Hammersmith & Fulham (CaVSA) and the Fulham Community Partnership Trust (FCPT). Building on the strengths of both organisations, sobus aims to provide a wider range of support services for local charities, community groups, social enterprises and start up businesses.