Job Description

Charity Overview

RSPCA North West London & South Hertfordshire is dedicated to promoting kindness and preventing cruelty to animals through lawful means. As an independent branch of the RSPCA, we have been serving the North West London community for over 75 years.

Summary

We are looking for a Manager with a passion for animal welfare, who will contribute to our mission of rescuing, rehabilitating, and re-homing animals in need. Our new Manager will want to actively promote kindness and the prevention of cruelty to animals, and be driven by a desire to give those in our care a second chance in finding their forever home.

They will expand our profile across the North West London and South Hertfordshire area, working closely with the trustees to create a sustainable business plan, and have overall responsibility for the day to day running of the charity.

Responsibilities

People

Be responsible for all employees, including recruitment, employee development and performance assessment.

Health and Safety

Ensure the charity fulfils its duty of care and legal obligations for the health and safety of employees, volunteers and others on site.

Have overall responsibility to ensure that the buildings, land and equipment belonging to the charity are maintained and operated in a safe and secure manner.

Financial Performance, Governance and Administration

Together with the Treasurer, develop and implement robust policies, procedures and controls in line with guidelines, and produce annual budgets and reports.

Income Generation and Fundraising

Lead income generation, innovate new ideas and new fundraising activities.

Be responsible for developing the use of digital media to deliver the charity's vision, mission and strategy.

Work with the trustees to develop a marketing strategy, helping the charity reach more people and generate additional income.

Animal Welfare

In collaboration with the Animal Operations Manager, ensure the charity delivers on its commitment to care for and ensure the welfare of animals, overseeing compliance with RSPCA standards and policies, relevant legislation and best practice in the provision of animal welfare services. Develop the charity's ability to accommodate the changing animal welfare needs in our community.

Requirements

You have a proven track record of leading and motivating people to deliver the strategic aims of a business or charity

You have expertise and experience in:

Operating at a senior leadership level Project management and business planning Business development and growth Income generation and budget management Business and financial reporting The use of technology and digital media

You are:

Flexible, with an ability to adapt to different situations A people person who is approachable and enjoys working with others, communicating effectively to build strong relationships Proactive and forward-thinking with an ability to plan ahead Able to prioritise conflicting demands and thrive under pressure Committed to the highest levels of integrity and effort Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and also the ability to listen to the opinions of others Excellent organisational skills and the ability to multi-task A desire to design and implement systems and processes, enabling delivery of our overall strategic aims A passion for the care and welfare of animals A full UK driving licence
If you are passionate about animal welfare and have the leadership skills to drive our mission forward, we invite you to apply for the Charity Manager position at RSPCA North West London & South Hertfordshire today. Please submit an up to date CV and a cover letter detailing how your experience and skills fit with each of the key role responsibilities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:

Pinner HA5 1RL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person