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Safeguarding and Partnership lead required for our well established client based in Coventry
This is a 1 year Fixed Term Contract
Job Purpose:
To support the delivery and roll out of use of VCMA, social programmes strategy and RRP.
Job Role:
* Support building and developing working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Ensure key deliverables are met within the portfolio of VCMA projects across the team and RRP obligations are fulfilled
* Adapt to external operating and MI systems to work alongside the client to produce the same outcome
* Work with third party partners and contractors to ensure accurate reporting of RRP data
* Provide Data and KPIs on projects for internal reporting
* Be “The Face” of the client at Customer and Stakeholder events
* Review and support the improvement of performance within the portfolio of VCMA projects
* Be a part of a high performing, customer focused team and manage own impact on the wider Business goals
* Record all costs associated with VCMA activities and ensure that the costs are being recorded in line with VCMA governance
* Manage all procurement activities for VCMA spend including vendor set up, PO creation and receipting of goods and services. Ensure total spend tracker is updated
* Organise internal and external meetings
* Collate and manage SharePoint areas across Sustainability and Social Purpose
* Manage internal and external. boxes to ensure effective communication
* Ensure GDPR compliance with customer details through RRP and VCMA
* Arrange for data to be accurately reported in line with governance
* Work alongside RRP team to fulfil our obligations in accurate reporting
* Lead on the end-to-end delivery of Centre for Warmth projects across multiple regions.
* Develop and maintain project plans, risk registers, and delivery schedules.
* Liaise with and agree funding with third parties to supports our customer base across the network
* Ensure VCMA funds initiatives that support vulnerable customers, especially around energy affordability, safety, and wellbeing.
* Ensure Projects must align with Ofgem’s criteria, measurable social return, and benefit gas consumers.
* Play a part in managing a budget of £30 million across GD3, ensuring accurate allocation of funds and adherence to financial controls. · Oversee invoice processing and payment schedules, guaranteeing timely and compliant transactions.
* Draft, review, and negotiate legally binding contracts with suppliers, partners, and stakeholders to protect organisational interests
* Visit partners in their community and provide support on their funded projects
* Monitor contract performance and compliance, addressing risks and resolving disputes effectively.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure procurement and regulatory requirements are met.
* Implement cost-control measures and identify opportunities for efficiency and savings.
* Maintain accurate financial records and reporting for audits and governance reviews.
* Support strategic decision-making through budget forecasting and variance analysis.
* Track project outcomes using social return on investment (SROI) and other impact measurement tools.
* Produce regular reports for internal and external stakeholders, including Ofgem.
* Support the development of case studies and success stories to demonstrate programme impact.
* Quantify benefits (e.g. reduced NHS costs, improved wellbeing).
* Showcase success stories to Ofgem and internal stakeholders.
* Use evaluation findings to inform future bids and strategy.
* Identify opportunities to scale, replicate, or innovate Centre for Warmth models.
* Contribute to strategic planning and future funding proposals.
In order to apply, you must possess the following:
* Data input skills (speed and accuracy)
* Logical thinking with the ability to resolve problems quickly and effectively
* Computer literate, with basic understanding of MS Office packages
* Experience of working with external stakeholders
* Experience of working with various data at once
* Experience of collating and arranging data
* Driving licence
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