Safeguarding and partnership lead

JT Recruit Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established client based in Coventry seeks a Safeguarding and Partnership Lead for a 1-year Fixed Term Contract. The role involves supporting VCMA and social programmes, managing a budget of £30 million, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure effective project delivery. Candidates should possess strong data input skills, logical problem-solving abilities, and computer literacy. The position requires initiative and experience in coordinating with external partners to meet key deliverables and ensure compliance with governance standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of VCMA and social programmes strategy.
• Build relationships with stakeholders.
• Ensure key deliverables are met across VCMA projects.
• Work with partners for accurate RRP data reporting.
• Provide KPIs for internal reporting.
• Lead projects across multiple regions.
• Manage budget adherence, invoicing, and contract performance.

Skills

Data input skills (speed and accuracy)

Logical thinking with problem-solving ability

Computer literate, understanding MS Office

Experience working with external stakeholders

Experience handling various data sets

Experience in data collation and arrangement

Driving licence

Ability to act on own initiative

Job description

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
• Ability to act on own initiative