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Experienced at senior level working independently on all aspects of the business.Experience of leading and implementing external quality marks such as ISO 9001Experience of internal and external audits Making high level decisions and recommendations to the CEO and board of trustees on all areas of the business High level understanding of the implications of failure to adhere to quality assurance and potential impact on the organisationTranslating strategies into operational policies and procedures Managing or working with collaborative partnerships Experience of working in within a financial setting and understanding the mechanics of a finance function.Experience of managing outsourced functions.Experience of managing a team and motivating staffExcellent communication skills and ability to motivate and influence at a range of levels Excellent organisation abilities including working to internal and external deadlines Ability to work within dynamic and creative environments adapting approach where necessary Ability to work/deal with difficult situations in a diplomatic and professional manner. Ability to maintain up-to-date and accurate records and documentation

 Developing and Managing employment related projects and services, ensuring they are delivered innovatively, effectively and efficiently. Managing multiple contracts on a regional level. Identifying and creating sustainable working partnerships and representing the Organisation with both public and private sector networks. Being pro-active and creative in developing solutions that meet the needs of the service users  Responsible for leading and managing all employment and education related services Effectively running both funded and payments by results structures alongside each other Undertaking evaluation of performance and produce reports/information relating to the service Recruiting, manage and developing team members, including volunteers and paid staff Participating in managements groups to provide direction and contribute to decision making for the organisation Implementing employer engagement strategies to ensure maximum success Working to strict deadlines and meeting financial and contractual KPI’s

 Excellent track record of managing and delivering both contracts as lead organisation and through a supply chain. Successfully over achieving on set contract objectives and KPI’s. Developing & managing employment related projects and contracts across the region, ensuring that these projects are developed and delivered innovatively, effectively and efficiently. Introducing and developing project management systems that plan, co-ordinate and deliver projects effectively in order to achieve project and contractual KPI’s and compliance. Working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the strategy is understood and delivered through effective supply chains and contract management.  Implementing supplier management processes to support the development of best practice, supplier relationships and performance and lead value for money and quality continuous improvement initiatives.  Developing new contracts as needs are identified and agree a programme of contracting activity to ensure that all existing contracts are renegotiated successfully. To be responsible for regional fundraising for additional resources to develop and implement special projects and activities in order to enhance the provision of employment services, in conjunction with other NRC managers and other service delivery partners. Identifying relevant Tender and contract opportunities and writing successful tenders Developing, co-coordinating, planning and holding overall accountability for the Employment, Education, Training & Community Health Services, within agreed business plan. Overall responsibility for very complex payment by results contracts to ensure successful delivery achieving a stable cash flow based upon sustainable outcomes.  Direct supervision and line management of managers across the region on multiple contracts and projects