As a consultant dedicated to the charity sector, I work with organisations and make their purpose my purpose. I assist organisations with bespoke and tailored support in the following key areas:• Charity Governance• Strategy and Business Planning• Communications and Marketing• Volunteer Management• Bid Writing• Corporate Social Responsibility• TrainingGet in touch for a no obligation chat about the support you need and how I can help.

To manage and grow community and corporate partnerships, to  support and sustain the RSPCA Hull & East Riding's mission of rehabilitating, and rehoming animals through fundraising, communication and corporate partners across various industries.Key areas of respnsability:·        Community and Corporate Partnerships·        Engagement and Representation:·        Business Development Support

A key internal and external facing figure for the organisation; contributing to the formation of strategic partnerships; and primarily leading on the development and delivery of key sector services and longer term projects to ensure that Hull CVS continues to provide a high quality, appropriate and responsive service to meet the needs of the sector.• A member of the Senior Management Team and leading the Membership Services function that includes VCSE Sector Support, Funding and… Show more A key internal and external facing figure for the organisation; contributing to the formation of strategic partnerships; and primarily leading on the development and delivery of key sector services and longer term projects to ensure that Hull CVS continues to provide a high quality, appropriate and responsive service to meet the needs of the sector.• A member of the Senior Management Team and leading the Membership Services function that includes VCSE Sector Support, Funding and Grants Management, Training and Conferencing, Volunteering, Communication and Business Development for Hull CVS.• Direct line manager of six staff and undertaking their supervision and coaching, while developing and sustaining a positive organisational culture and supporting wider teams as required. • Identifying and developing new services and opportunities for Hull CVS to meet the needs and demands of Hull’s community and voluntary sector.• Securing new sources of external funding to support the continuation and development of existing or new areas of work and providing end of grant reports for funders and other partners as set out in funder agreements.• Developing strong relationships across multiple sectors to create areas of growth and development for VCSE organisations. Leading numerous thematic networks and partnerships. • Developing strategies, business plans, policies and procedures as part of the Senior Management Team with the Hull CVS Trustees. • Representing the organisation and wider sector on local, regional and national partnerships, and be an active contributor to workstreams, research and activity where Hull CVS can add value. • Leading on the development and maintenance of the monitoring systems and providing reports to trustees and strategic boards. Show less

• Public and partner agency point of contact for support from the OPCC and office’s representative at the Community Safety Partnership Strategic Board (CSP), Hull Youth Offending Board and numerous steering groups and operational groups.• Building effective networks of partners in achieving the outcomes of the Police and Crime Plan. This led to becoming chair of the CSP Communications and Engagement Group and developing the thriving Hull Engagers group which brings together cross sector… Show more • Public and partner agency point of contact for support from the OPCC and office’s representative at the Community Safety Partnership Strategic Board (CSP), Hull Youth Offending Board and numerous steering groups and operational groups.• Building effective networks of partners in achieving the outcomes of the Police and Crime Plan. This led to becoming chair of the CSP Communications and Engagement Group and developing the thriving Hull Engagers group which brings together cross sector organisations to maximise opportunities in the city.• Writing reports from complex data for OPCC, partners and the public and attending scrutiny meetings. • Regularly deputising for the Communications Manager in dealing with the media, producing press releases, coordinating campaigns and managing social media platforms.• Successfully planning, organising and delivering events in line with objectives and budget.• Developing the Hull Crime Reduction Fund grants process and monitoring and scrutinising local delivery in line with the grant agreements. • Instigating changes in how Hull’s ward safety priorities are identified and ensured community voice is incorporated into citywide strategies.• Co-producing projects with the public and partners that have helped make Hull safer. For instance the young person's Love Safety Campaign, Hull Playing Out and the Hull Fraud Forum. Show less

• Dealt with media enquiries and responded to reputational issue for the force, while proactively producing press releases that demonstrate positive policing, support investigations and reduce criminality. This included providing on-call out of hours support.• Directed communications activity linked to domestic abuse sexual offences, acquisitive crime, drugs and youth engagement. Which involved working closely with partners to research local issues, promote the work undertaken, develop… Show more • Dealt with media enquiries and responded to reputational issue for the force, while proactively producing press releases that demonstrate positive policing, support investigations and reduce criminality. This included providing on-call out of hours support.• Directed communications activity linked to domestic abuse sexual offences, acquisitive crime, drugs and youth engagement. Which involved working closely with partners to research local issues, promote the work undertaken, develop communications plans and share best practice.• Utilised the forces social media accounts to communicate day to day issues, support campaigns, undertake two way engagement and conduct surveys. • Delivered integrated marketing and media campaigns with community safety partners for events like Hull Fair and the start of university academic year to reduce crime. This involved managing a communications budget, while securing further funding through partnership working. • Provided media, engagement and social media training workshops to new officers and staff. • Handled the internal communication required as part of the police inspection program. Show less

• Managed a team of seven marketing and media professionals in order to support meet the forces day to day communications needs plus during major incidents (murders), critical incidents (tidal surge), high profile court cases, major reputational/crisis issues and regional events (Freedom Festival). • Created media strategies on behalf of the force, giving clear direction on how the media function supported overall objectives. This included horizon scanning in order to identify opportunities… Show more • Managed a team of seven marketing and media professionals in order to support meet the forces day to day communications needs plus during major incidents (murders), critical incidents (tidal surge), high profile court cases, major reputational/crisis issues and regional events (Freedom Festival). • Created media strategies on behalf of the force, giving clear direction on how the media function supported overall objectives. This included horizon scanning in order to identify opportunities and threats. • Implemented forces media policy and provided guidance to staff on engagement with journalists and use of social media. Also manged forces communications complaints from the media and the public.• Developed and implemented an annual campaigns plan to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour across the Humberside area by researching crime trends and identified major events.• Represented the force in national and regional meetings. Show less

• Day to day administration and management of the Neighbourhood Network Hull (NN Hull) including conducting citywide engagement with existing community groups, community safety partners and the wider voluntary sector, before writing the charities development plan. • Wrote regular reports for Trustees and Community Safety Partnership, as well as providing monitoring reports for funders. • Developing new services to generate income to make the charity more sustainable.• Organised… Show more • Day to day administration and management of the Neighbourhood Network Hull (NN Hull) including conducting citywide engagement with existing community groups, community safety partners and the wider voluntary sector, before writing the charities development plan. • Wrote regular reports for Trustees and Community Safety Partnership, as well as providing monitoring reports for funders. • Developing new services to generate income to make the charity more sustainable.• Organised, delivered, and presented at large citywide community events, AGM’s and awards for the charity. These helped raise its profile and increased community participation with the charity. • Built strong links with public and private sector stakeholders across Hull including residents, multiagency practitioners, senior decision makers, businesses, funders and the media. • Managed three members of staff and numerous volunteers who supported the charity. Show less

• Established parental consultation to establish targeted new activities and communications methods.• Introduced impactful marketing material to promote the local services.• Successfully project managed numerous Children’s Service events including the high profile ‘Early Years Conference’ and ‘Childcare of the Year Awards’.

• Progressed from shop floor worker (February 2000) to head office co-coordinating all marketing material being sent to stores, project managing customer loyalty scheme and community projects; and liaising with design/print agencies.