Brighton & Hove Independent Mediation Service (BHIMS) s seeking an experienced manager and leader.
As our new Strategic Service Manager, you will play a crucial role in shaping strategy, as well as lead our operations, income, partnerships, and growth potential. You’ll also focus on building sustainable partnerships and increasing our service impact – all the while, collaborating with our dedicated team, volunteers, and Board of Trustees.
BHIMS is a small yet impactful community-based charity with a strong reputation locally. Our mission is to bring people in our community together to prevent and repair the harm caused by conflict.
Our high-quality work is driven by our wonderful office team and with the incredible support of a loyal network of mediators volunteering their time and expertise. We work in partnership with Brighton & Hove City Council, Lewes District Council, the Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner, various housing associations, community groups and charities. As a member of the Sussex Mediation Alliance, we work closely with Mediation Plus.
Our values: Responsive / Accessible/ Expert / Empowering / Supportive/ Safe.
Terms:
Contract: Permanent, subject to a six-month probationary period.
Hours: 4-day week (28 hours per week, Mon-Thurs, core hours 10am-4pm). Hybrid working (with significant physical presence in our central Brighton office with the team).
Salary: £40,221 FTE.
Location: Brighton & Hove, Lewes, East Sussex, Southeast England.
Benefits:
- 29 days annual leave, incl. public holidays.
- 4-day week with hybrid working (office/home).
- Flexible working/TOIL.
- Workplace pension scheme with 3% employer contributions.
- Training & personal development.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
BHIMS is committed to supporting and promoting Equity, Diversity & Inclusion – and complies with The Equality Act 2010. We believe that everyone has the right to live without fear or prejudice regardless of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, belief, or disability. BHIMS strives to create an inclusive workplace and tackle all forms of discrimination and inequality in both the workplace and the services the charity provides.
How to apply
Please apply with an up-to-date CV (max. 2 x A4) and a 1-page supporting statement, highlighting your skills and experience in relation to the job description & personal specification. CV applications only will not be accepted.
As part of your application, please also complete our monitoring form on our website (bhims.org.uk/home/vacancy/)
Apply: jobs@bhims.org.uk
Thank you for your time and interest in advance.
Closing deadline: 12pm, Tuesday 1 October 2024.
1st stage interviews: Tuesday 8 October 2024.
Final stage interviews: w/c 14 October 2024 (TBC).
To apply, please visit our website via the button below.