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