Oxfordshire Mind
Head of Finance & IT Hours : 37 hours per week Salary : £51,150 - £52,798 per annum (salary dependent on skills, experience and knowledge) Contract: Permanent Location/Base: Office bases are in Oxford or Wokingham (Hybrid) Area covered: Oxfordshire & Berkshire West (Wokingham, Reading, West Berkshire) Who we are, and what we do We re Oxfordshire Mind, the mental health charity, operating across Oxfordshire and Berkshire West. Our passionate employees and dedicated volunteers are helping people with mental health issues find somewhere to turn for advice, information, and support. We won t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health issue gets both support and respect. About the Role and the Team Partnering with the Senior Management Team (SMT), the Head of Finance will form an integral part of the senior team, taking full ownership of the finance function for the organisation. You will provide SMT with financial planning/strategic advice and high-level analysis to identify growth opportunities in the business as well as overseeing all finance activities and leading on financial strategies whilst being hands-on across the organisation. In addition, the role oversees the outsourced IT contract and is responsible for ensuring the organisation has robust IT systems in place. About You Are you passionate about making a real difference in people s lives? At Oxfordshire Mind, we re here to ensure that everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets the support they need. We re looking for a Head of Finance & IT to join our leadership team and help us deliver on that mission. In this role, you ll lead our finance and IT functions, ensuring robust systems and processes that enable us to grow and innovate. You ll combine strategic thinking with hands-on expertise, guiding your team to deliver excellent service across the organisation. What we re looking for: A qualified finance professional with strong leadership skills Experience of working in the charity sector Someone who thrives in a values-led environment and wants to make a positive impact We would really like to know how your skills and experience match our requirements. If you feel they do, please tell us how you meet the below requirements: CCAB qualified or equivalent experience. Strong understanding of the governance, compliance and regulation requirements for delivering a charity finance function (Charities SORP, Charity Commission, HMRC etc.). Working knowledge of Iplicit or other similar mid-level accounting packages. Significant experience in a senior finance role ideally within the charity sector. Experienced in leading and building a high performing team and service, driving change. Experience reporting to Board level and engaging senior stakeholders. Experience of developing and strengthening internal controls, financial policies, and reporting systems. Relevant experience and knowledge across wide range of Finance disciplines including financial reporting, management accounts and payroll. Knowledge of charity financial reporting and experience of ensuring charity SORP compliance for statutory account preparation. A collaborative leader with a proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to balance strategic and operational responsibilities. Proven ability to lead on budgeting, financial planning, and strategic financial management. Ability to prepare financial and management accounts, including forecasts and annual plans. Exceptional organisational, analytical, and communication skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to explain complex financial information clearly. Strong relationship building skills at a senior level. Ability to think and act strategically across multiple functions. Demonstrable ability to prioritise strategically and against targets. Team management & development in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to work flexibly, including out of hours e.g. Board meetings. Knowledge/Understanding of our values If you re ready to bring your skills to a charity that s changing lives, we d love to hear from you. Closing date: 23rd January 2026 Shortlisting date: 27th January 2026 Interview date: Stage 1 - 2nd February 2026 & Stage 2 - 5th February 2026 Interview location: In person at Osney Mead - 2 Kings Meadow, Osney Mead, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2 0DP Interested? For more information and to complete your application, please click the Apply on Company website button. You will be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information, download the full job description and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). Please ensure that you match your skills and experience against the above and provide details and evidence of this in your application. If you don't provide this you may not be shortlisted for the role. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Oxfordshire Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We therefore require a Disclosure and Barring Service check, for all our roles. The level of which will vary depending on the nature of the role. No agencies please.
Head of Finance & IT Hours : 37 hours per week Salary : £51,150 - £52,798 per annum (salary dependent on skills, experience and knowledge) Contract: Permanent Location/Base: Office bases are in Oxford or Wokingham (Hybrid) Area covered: Oxfordshire & Berkshire West (Wokingham, Reading, West Berkshire) Who we are, and what we do We re Oxfordshire Mind, the mental health charity, operating across Oxfordshire and Berkshire West. Our passionate employees and dedicated volunteers are helping people with mental health issues find somewhere to turn for advice, information, and support. We won t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health issue gets both support and respect. About the Role and the Team Partnering with the Senior Management Team (SMT), the Head of Finance will form an integral part of the senior team, taking full ownership of the finance function for the organisation. You will provide SMT with financial planning/strategic advice and high-level analysis to identify growth opportunities in the business as well as overseeing all finance activities and leading on financial strategies whilst being hands-on across the organisation. In addition, the role oversees the outsourced IT contract and is responsible for ensuring the organisation has robust IT systems in place. About You Are you passionate about making a real difference in people s lives? At Oxfordshire Mind, we re here to ensure that everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets the support they need. We re looking for a Head of Finance & IT to join our leadership team and help us deliver on that mission. In this role, you ll lead our finance and IT functions, ensuring robust systems and processes that enable us to grow and innovate. You ll combine strategic thinking with hands-on expertise, guiding your team to deliver excellent service across the organisation. What we re looking for: A qualified finance professional with strong leadership skills Experience of working in the charity sector Someone who thrives in a values-led environment and wants to make a positive impact We would really like to know how your skills and experience match our requirements. If you feel they do, please tell us how you meet the below requirements: CCAB qualified or equivalent experience. Strong understanding of the governance, compliance and regulation requirements for delivering a charity finance function (Charities SORP, Charity Commission, HMRC etc.). Working knowledge of Iplicit or other similar mid-level accounting packages. Significant experience in a senior finance role ideally within the charity sector. Experienced in leading and building a high performing team and service, driving change. Experience reporting to Board level and engaging senior stakeholders. Experience of developing and strengthening internal controls, financial policies, and reporting systems. Relevant experience and knowledge across wide range of Finance disciplines including financial reporting, management accounts and payroll. Knowledge of charity financial reporting and experience of ensuring charity SORP compliance for statutory account preparation. A collaborative leader with a proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to balance strategic and operational responsibilities. Proven ability to lead on budgeting, financial planning, and strategic financial management. Ability to prepare financial and management accounts, including forecasts and annual plans. Exceptional organisational, analytical, and communication skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to explain complex financial information clearly. Strong relationship building skills at a senior level. Ability to think and act strategically across multiple functions. Demonstrable ability to prioritise strategically and against targets. Team management & development in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to work flexibly, including out of hours e.g. Board meetings. Knowledge/Understanding of our values If you re ready to bring your skills to a charity that s changing lives, we d love to hear from you. Closing date: 23rd January 2026 Shortlisting date: 27th January 2026 Interview date: Stage 1 - 2nd February 2026 & Stage 2 - 5th February 2026 Interview location: In person at Osney Mead - 2 Kings Meadow, Osney Mead, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2 0DP Interested? For more information and to complete your application, please click the Apply on Company website button. You will be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information, download the full job description and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). Please ensure that you match your skills and experience against the above and provide details and evidence of this in your application. If you don't provide this you may not be shortlisted for the role. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Oxfordshire Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We therefore require a Disclosure and Barring Service check, for all our roles. The level of which will vary depending on the nature of the role. No agencies please.
Oxfordshire Mind
Head of Fundraising & Communications Hours: 37 per week (30-hour part-time option available) Salary: £51,510 - £55,438 per annum (salary dependent on skills, experience and knowledge) Contract: Permanent Location/Base: Osney Mead, Oxford OX2 /Hybrid - with travel to all sites Area covered: Oxfordshire & Berkshire West (Wokingham, Reading, West Berkshire) Who we are, and what we do We re Oxfordshire Mind, the mental health charity, operating across Oxfordshire and Berkshire West. Our passionate employees and dedicated volunteers are helping people with mental health issues find somewhere to turn for advice, information, and support. We won t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health issue gets both support and respect. About the Role and the Team The Development Team is a vital public-facing function of the charity, and has responsibility for engaging people in fundraising, communications, training programmes and engagement. We have a strong track-record of fundraising restricted grants, and unrestricted income from a diverse range of community events, corporate partnerships and individual giving. We pride ourselves on connecting with people, and delivering an excellent supporter experience so that anyone experiencing a mental health difficulty continues to receive both support and respect. Working closely with the Senior Management Team, service managers, Board of Trustees and a range of external partners, this role leads the Development Team to maximise income generation, grow a community of support, and raise the profile for Oxfordshire Mind to reinvest in charitable activities and public benefit. About You Ready to lead with purpose? We're looking for an unstoppable leader to join us as our new Head of Fundraising and Communications! This isn't just a job; it's a chance to drive the growth and amplify the voice of one of the region's leading mental health charities. You will be at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everyone experiencing a mental health issue gets the support and respect they deserve. Your Role: Driving our fundraising strategy towards a £1m+ target to directly fund our charitable activities. Leading our communications to raise our profile, engage our community, and challenge stigma. Mentoring a talented team of managers to innovate and excel. Using data-led plans to minimise risk and deliver long-term, sustainable income growth. We would really like to know how your skills and experience match our requirements. If you feel they do, please tell us how you meet the below requirements: Demonstrable knowledge of the strategic value and trends of all Oxfordshire Mind s fundraising mix (individual giving, corporate, events, community and grants). Working knowledge of the compliance and regulation requirements for delivering a fundraising function. Applied knowledge of the purpose of fundraising to deliver public benefit; including restricted and unrestricted income generation, and commercial/consultancy-based business models. Previous experience of developing and implementing an income-focussed and/or Communications strategy. Significant experience of target/performance-related team management. Experience of using a CRM/database to drive income. Demonstrable experience of personally delivering income targets (minimum mid six-figure). Experience of delivering grant funding applications and liaison with grant funders. Strong relationship building skills at a senior level. Ability to think and act strategically across multiple functions. Demonstrable ability to prioritise strategically and against targets. Team management in a fast-paced, income-driven function. Willingness to work flexibly, out of hours, and at significant profile-based events is required. Knowledge/Understanding of our values. If you re ready to bring your skills to a charity that s changing lives, we d love to hear from you. Closing date: 14th January 2026 Shortlisting date: 15th & 16th January 2026 Interview date: 28th / 29th / 30th January 2026 Interview location: In person at Osney Mead - 2 Kings Meadow, Osney Mead, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 0DP Interested? For more information and to complete your application, please click the 'Apply on Company website' button. You will be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information, download the full job description and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). Please ensure that you match your skills and experience against the above and provide details and evidence of this in your application. If you don't provide this you may not be shortlisted for the role. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief. We are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applications. Oxfordshire Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We therefore require a Disclosure and Barring Service check, for all our roles. The level of which will vary depending on the nature of the role. No agencies please.
Head of Fundraising & Communications Hours: 37 per week (30-hour part-time option available) Salary: £51,510 - £55,438 per annum (salary dependent on skills, experience and knowledge) Contract: Permanent Location/Base: Osney Mead, Oxford OX2 /Hybrid - with travel to all sites Area covered: Oxfordshire & Berkshire West (Wokingham, Reading, West Berkshire) Who we are, and what we do We re Oxfordshire Mind, the mental health charity, operating across Oxfordshire and Berkshire West. Our passionate employees and dedicated volunteers are helping people with mental health issues find somewhere to turn for advice, information, and support. We won t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health issue gets both support and respect. About the Role and the Team The Development Team is a vital public-facing function of the charity, and has responsibility for engaging people in fundraising, communications, training programmes and engagement. We have a strong track-record of fundraising restricted grants, and unrestricted income from a diverse range of community events, corporate partnerships and individual giving. We pride ourselves on connecting with people, and delivering an excellent supporter experience so that anyone experiencing a mental health difficulty continues to receive both support and respect. Working closely with the Senior Management Team, service managers, Board of Trustees and a range of external partners, this role leads the Development Team to maximise income generation, grow a community of support, and raise the profile for Oxfordshire Mind to reinvest in charitable activities and public benefit. About You Ready to lead with purpose? We're looking for an unstoppable leader to join us as our new Head of Fundraising and Communications! This isn't just a job; it's a chance to drive the growth and amplify the voice of one of the region's leading mental health charities. You will be at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everyone experiencing a mental health issue gets the support and respect they deserve. Your Role: Driving our fundraising strategy towards a £1m+ target to directly fund our charitable activities. Leading our communications to raise our profile, engage our community, and challenge stigma. Mentoring a talented team of managers to innovate and excel. Using data-led plans to minimise risk and deliver long-term, sustainable income growth. We would really like to know how your skills and experience match our requirements. If you feel they do, please tell us how you meet the below requirements: Demonstrable knowledge of the strategic value and trends of all Oxfordshire Mind s fundraising mix (individual giving, corporate, events, community and grants). Working knowledge of the compliance and regulation requirements for delivering a fundraising function. Applied knowledge of the purpose of fundraising to deliver public benefit; including restricted and unrestricted income generation, and commercial/consultancy-based business models. Previous experience of developing and implementing an income-focussed and/or Communications strategy. Significant experience of target/performance-related team management. Experience of using a CRM/database to drive income. Demonstrable experience of personally delivering income targets (minimum mid six-figure). Experience of delivering grant funding applications and liaison with grant funders. Strong relationship building skills at a senior level. Ability to think and act strategically across multiple functions. Demonstrable ability to prioritise strategically and against targets. Team management in a fast-paced, income-driven function. Willingness to work flexibly, out of hours, and at significant profile-based events is required. Knowledge/Understanding of our values. If you re ready to bring your skills to a charity that s changing lives, we d love to hear from you. Closing date: 14th January 2026 Shortlisting date: 15th & 16th January 2026 Interview date: 28th / 29th / 30th January 2026 Interview location: In person at Osney Mead - 2 Kings Meadow, Osney Mead, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 0DP Interested? For more information and to complete your application, please click the 'Apply on Company website' button. You will be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information, download the full job description and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). Please ensure that you match your skills and experience against the above and provide details and evidence of this in your application. If you don't provide this you may not be shortlisted for the role. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief. We are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applications. Oxfordshire Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We therefore require a Disclosure and Barring Service check, for all our roles. The level of which will vary depending on the nature of the role. No agencies please.
