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Bedfordshire, England, United Kingdom

Manage the delivery of the Local Plan, which sets out the strategy for future growth, as well as Planning policy, Strategic transport, Housing strategy and implementation workstreams across Central Bedfordshire.Working closely with the Head of Strategic Growth and the team managers on the planning, management and delivery of the plan, ensuring milestones are met and budgets are managed effectively.

United Kingdom

Managing programmes for the delivery of strategic scale planning projects. Developing and implementing strategic approaches to achieve excellence in customer and community engagement. Managing and developing efficient and effective performance monitoring, customer standards, and budgetary systems in order to achieve and maintain best practice service delivery.

Bedfordshire, England, United Kingdom

Dunstable Foodbank was established to provide emergency food for individuals and families in financial crisis. It operates as an independent charity, but under the guidelines set out by the Trussell Trust and is actively supported by volunteers from Dunstable and surrounding areas. The Trustees are responsible for the management and administration of the charity on behalf of its beneficiaries. We work with other local partner agencies, businesses, charities and volunteers to provide practical… Show more Dunstable Foodbank was established to provide emergency food for individuals and families in financial crisis. It operates as an independent charity, but under the guidelines set out by the Trussell Trust and is actively supported by volunteers from Dunstable and surrounding areas. The Trustees are responsible for the management and administration of the charity on behalf of its beneficiaries. We work with other local partner agencies, businesses, charities and volunteers to provide practical food support, including healthy, balanced and nutritious food boxes, as well as friendship, advice and referrals. With local and national partners, we form an essential nationwide effort to provide emergency food and support to people locked in poverty and campaign for change to end the need for food banks in the UK. Show less

London, United Kingdom

The OPDC is a Mayoral Development Corporation which was launched to ensure that the maximum benefits for London and Londoners is achieved through the transformation of one of London's most inaccessible areas, providing new housing and commercial development, surrounded by sustainable and thriving neighbourhoods and valued amenity space, while protecting and improving Wormwood Scrubs. As the only place where HS2 and Crossrail meets, it is our task to use this opportunity to create a thriving new… Show more The OPDC is a Mayoral Development Corporation which was launched to ensure that the maximum benefits for London and Londoners is achieved through the transformation of one of London's most inaccessible areas, providing new housing and commercial development, surrounded by sustainable and thriving neighbourhoods and valued amenity space, while protecting and improving Wormwood Scrubs. As the only place where HS2 and Crossrail meets, it is our task to use this opportunity to create a thriving new area in the city where people aspire to live work and play, as well as a destination of choice for visitors. Show less

London, England

As an associate for TPAS roles include carrying Resident Involvement Quality Assessments, independent residents consultations as well as interim roles for:- South Lambeth Estate Independent Residents Adviser - current role)- Wellingborough Homes (Interim Community Investment Manager - current role)- London Borough Hammersmith & Fulham (Independent Tenant Leasehold Advisor)- Dacorum Borough Council (Tenant Panel Reviewer)- Gloucester City Homes (Independent Tenant… Show more As an associate for TPAS roles include carrying Resident Involvement Quality Assessments, independent residents consultations as well as interim roles for:- South Lambeth Estate Independent Residents Adviser - current role)- Wellingborough Homes (Interim Community Investment Manager - current role)- London Borough Hammersmith & Fulham (Independent Tenant Leasehold Advisor)- Dacorum Borough Council (Tenant Panel Reviewer)- Gloucester City Homes (Independent Tenant Advisor)- Homes for Haringey (Independent Researcher)- Circle 33 (RIQ Accreditation Assessor)- Notting Hill HA (Interim RI Manager) Show less

London, United Kingdom

As the Community Forum Director, of Acton Community Forum, the main aim of the role is to work with the and represent local community and voluntary service organisations and the communities we serve, to ensure that we can achieve our objectives by providing sound leadership, direction and management at an organisational level.The principal responsibilities are to be accountable to the Board of the Trustees for:• the strategic and financial planning process• the… Show more As the Community Forum Director, of Acton Community Forum, the main aim of the role is to work with the and represent local community and voluntary service organisations and the communities we serve, to ensure that we can achieve our objectives by providing sound leadership, direction and management at an organisational level.The principal responsibilities are to be accountable to the Board of the Trustees for:• the strategic and financial planning process• the development and implementation of sound organisational policies• the establishment of appropriate communication, liaison and consultation mechanisms at every level• the overall administration of Acton Community Forum • the leadership and management of staff and volunteers • act as Secretary for Acton Community Forum Show less

West London, England

Provider of first class Strategic Involvement, Community Development, Leadership and Management services, including developing strategic approaches, delivering activities and providing training and mentoring for communities and professionals. Also delivers inspirational public speaking and presentations for a variety of audiences.

Ealing

Create and maintain vibrant networks that supports community and voluntary sector priorities, alongside local charity and viluntary sector organisations, Local Council and NHS Clinical Commissioning group, as well as providing ongoing support and advice to network members.

Continuing to provide specialist support, advice and training to Swan Housing's Scrutiny Panel as part of HQN’s team of leading consultants.

Brent, England

Part of the Community Leadership team, responsible for ensuring involvement and empowerment opportunities are embedded across the organisation and training support is available for residents, staff and key partners in line with BHPs practices and programs, representing Value for Money, Best Practice and excellent services for all.

The role involved launching and managing a brand new community hub, including space for social enterprises, community rooms, training, advice and support services for and with residents and local community organisations including the Local Authority, Councillors and MPs. Also responsible for managing the £100,000 Community Chest Budget.

Camden

Initiate creative involvement activities aimed at enhancing involvement services and experiences for residents while achieving service improvements and value for money outcomes for the organisation. Develop effective partnerships which contribute to sustaining effective involvement and the creation of recognised good practice.Manage the Resident Involvement budget and provide training and advice for staff and residents to ensure excellence is embedded across the organisation and the… Show more Initiate creative involvement activities aimed at enhancing involvement services and experiences for residents while achieving service improvements and value for money outcomes for the organisation. Develop effective partnerships which contribute to sustaining effective involvement and the creation of recognised good practice.Manage the Resident Involvement budget and provide training and advice for staff and residents to ensure excellence is embedded across the organisation and the communities it serves. Show less

Ealing

Takes lead role in the continuous development, promotion and implementation of the Catalyst Housing Resident Involvement Strategy & Action Plan, monitoring delivery against agreed priorities, resident feedback and key performance indicators. Along with team of five resident involvement officers and one administrator, services the Residents Federation, Area Forums as well as local resident representatives and groups alongside Housing Management and Estate Regeneration staff. Also provides… Show more Takes lead role in the continuous development, promotion and implementation of the Catalyst Housing Resident Involvement Strategy & Action Plan, monitoring delivery against agreed priorities, resident feedback and key performance indicators. Along with team of five resident involvement officers and one administrator, services the Residents Federation, Area Forums as well as local resident representatives and groups alongside Housing Management and Estate Regeneration staff. Also provides support and advice to the Local and Company Boards. All of which serve as key platforms for continuous improvement and fulfilling co-regulatory objectives such as resident scrutiny, tenants’ panels and local offers. Also carries out impact assessments in order to deliver value for money outcomes.Supports staff in developing services to residents, associations and community groups, identifying and developing innovative methods of funding activities and initiatives, and contributing to general policy development. Show less

Vauxhall

Strategic and operational lead for all Resident Involvement activities and programs, along with budgetary, line management and project management responsibilities. Carrying out and co-ordination of all consultation activities, including the residents roadshows, contractor recruitment and review panels, service charge reviews and development and design process reviews.

Ealing

Team Leader (Estates Services) -Manage 13 dispersed caretakers (including one senior caretaker). Monitoring work loads, carrying out quality service checks and performance management responsibilities. Dealing with complaints and queries from residents as well as local Councillors and MPs. Implement the new senior caretaker's role and duties (which was later rolled out across the Borough, following my successful pilot) as well as provide ongoing training and support for all caretakers… Show more Team Leader (Estates Services) -Manage 13 dispersed caretakers (including one senior caretaker). Monitoring work loads, carrying out quality service checks and performance management responsibilities. Dealing with complaints and queries from residents as well as local Councillors and MPs. Implement the new senior caretaker's role and duties (which was later rolled out across the Borough, following my successful pilot) as well as provide ongoing training and support for all caretakers including, their role in promoting and supporting resident participation.Resident Involvement Officer -Responsible for delivery of resident involvement in line with the Council's key strategic objectives, while keeping pace with changes in legislation and best practice.Setting up and monitoring Compact Agreements, Residents groups, while carrying out regular consultations, all delivered in line with Best Value principles.Community Halls Co-ordinator -Ensured that community buildings managed within the department were fully utilised to meet the needs of the community served within the context of departmental and corporate community development strategies. Co-ordinate billings and Chair user group meetings. Implement Council policy in relation to the tenant empowerment grants and monitor the role of any external agencies working under the process. Show less

Park Royal

First point of contact for all customer queries and orders. Responsible for co-ordinating all written responses to customers as well as ensuring adequate stock levels in our warehouse ready for despatch.

Hanger Lane

Line managed three members of staff. Ensured that market researchers were accurately paid for the work carried out and invoiced. Quality assess research being booked back in. Carry our procedures audits in line with ISO quality framework and wrote and reviewed procedures manuals.

West London

Implement and delivered youth work initiatives aimed at developing social, educational and personal skills of young people. This included carrying out community outreach, organising/facilitating residential trips, sports coaching and one to one mentoring.