Safeguarding and Partnership Lead

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