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  Hourly Paid Teacher  

  British Council

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 22/07/2024

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  Job Title: Teacher (NQT) Location: Morocco, Casablanca Contract type: Hourly Paid – Freelance Contract duration: 1-year Pay rate: PB 4 Role purpose To provide learners with a rewarding and stimulating English language learning experience. To promote and ensure quality teaching and effective learning of English. To support the wider aims of British Council and its cultural relations mission Role context As a Core Teacher you will support British Council’s global English strategy by • delivering teaching to the highest standards of ELT • enhancing British Council’s reputation as a world authority in ELT • continuing professional development and sharing of best practices Main Accountabilities: Teaching Plan, prepare and deliver high quality English language teaching that meets the needs of different customer groups taking into account individual learning needs and modes of learning Ensure teaching meets British Council Global Teaching Standards, as well as organisational and learner expectations. Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to help manage students’ performance throughout their learning, and actively promote learner autonomy and progress Actively engage in professional development and performance management to ensure quality and high standards in teaching and learning and maintain British Council’s position at the forefront of best ELT practices. Teaching Centre Activities Support teaching centre’s activities and British Council plans Attend staff meetings and otherwise contribute to the development, evaluation, and improvement of English language courses, materials and related services, in order to meet students’ needs by actively working as a member of the teaching team Support local marketing and promotional strategy, and assist the teaching centre team in delivering excellent customer service through dissemination of information and communications with students Complete teaching related administrative tasks to specified standards and uphold professional responsibilities and values. Ensure British Council’s values and behaviours are reflected in their work Customers & Stakeholders Maintain good relationships with customers and colleagues Ensure customers are aware of British Council’s cultural relations role and help develop opportunity for students to gain some understanding of the UK and its values and to participate in inter-cultural interactions either in class or as out of class activity Compliance Ensure guidelines and policies are applied and upheld in relation to Safeguarding, Data Protection, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Special Educational Needs and Diversity, Health and Safety Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Ensure Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is taken into account when planning and delivering lessons and engaging with customers and colleagues Person specification Qualifications Minimum/essential Desirable Undergraduate degree Cambridge CELTA/Trinity cert TESOL Recognised diploma in EFL i.e. DELTA / Trinity Diploma Role specific knowledge and experience Minimum/essential Desirable As appropriate within at a CORE level Demonstrate subject knowledge Engage and motivate learners Create a positive and inclusive learning environment Plan and deliver coherent lessons Make use of assessment and feedback Manage teaching and learning resources Uphold professional responsibilities and values Successful competition of an initial TEFL qualification e.g. CELTA/Trinity cert TESOL or equivalent. Experience in teaching relevant age groups Early Years aged 2 to 5 (400+hours) Primary aged 6 to 10 (400+ hours) Lower Secondary aged 11 to 14 (800+ hours) Upper Secondary aged 15 to 17 (400+ hours) University/Vocational students aged 18 to 25 (400+hours) Adults General English 18+ (800+ hours) Equality Statement Read Less

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  Community and Content Manager, Alumni UK  

  British Council

  [permanent] - Manchester

  Posted: 18/07/2024

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  We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.
  
  We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
  
  Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2021–22 we reached 650 million people. Community and Content Manager, Alumni UK Department: Education, Cultural Engagement 
  Contract type: Indefinite Contract (36 hours per week). 
  Pay band : 7
  Salary: £30,839 plus £3,300 London Market Allowance for those based in the London area only. 
  Benefits Include, but are not limited to:
  • 32 days annual leave, in addition to public holidays
  • 3 days volunteering leave
  • Career average defined benefit pension scheme
  • An unrivalled opportunity for you to get to use all the experience you’ve built up working in and/or leading global organisations to support us in building trust across the world.  Location -  UK:  London, Cardiff, Manchester, Edinburgh or Belfast Only.
  Requirements: Please note that candidates must have the pre-existing (permanent) legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to support with visa sponsorship and relocation support. 
  Closing Date: Sunday 11th August 2024 at 23:59 UK time.
  British Council supports working in new ways such as hybrid working, subject to full approval by line management and conditional upon our ability to provide the appropriate level of service. This may not be appropriate for all roles but can be explored at interview. The Team: This role sits within the Cultural Engagement which brings together our portfolio of work in arts, education, English, and research. Our portfolio is delivered through a set of globally led programmes, one of which is Alumni UK, the global network for people from around the world who have studied in the UK.  Every year, more than 400,000 international students choose to study in the UK – a number which is further increased by those who take UK higher education qualifications online, via transnational education, or who study for a semester in the UK.  The Alumni UK programme aims to strengthen the global network of UK alumni, providing opportunities for personal and professional development, for networking and for showcasing examples of alumni achievement.  The Role:
  The Community and Content Manager will play a pivotal role in managing the online community of international UK alumni.  You will lead on the ongoing development of our current online collaboration platform and work with the Alumni UK team to engage with alumni through content development, training opportunities and other.
  You will work with the Programme Development Manager on the procurement of an off-the-shelf collaboration platform, which will be built to fit the needs of the Alumni UK programme.   
  Accountabilities: Operational delivery 
  • Be responsible for the day-to-day management of the British Council’s Alumni UK online platform (working with external provider to fix bugs, add new features etc)
  • Be the first point of contact for enquires from alumni via the Alumni UK mailbox, ensuring enquiries are dealt with accordingly or redirected. Enquiries could cover technical access issues, reporting of inappropriate content, safeguarding matters etc. 
  • Build a vibrant online community of international UK alumni from all around the world by actively encouraging engagement and collaboration between alumni
  • Work closely with colleagues across the British Council global network to ensure promotion of events and collect content from other programmes. Ensure there are adequate administrators for the alumni platform and that sufficient training is provided. 
  Continuous improvement and development of the Alumni UK platform
  • Work with the Programme Development Manager to scope out future developments for the alumni platform (this will include the lengthy procurement of a fit for purpose Alumni collaboration platform).
  • Project manage the introduction of new features and functionality, working with the technical provider and communicating these changes to the platform users; Alumni, UK HE universities and British Council UK and global staff.
  • Explore new and creative ways to engage international UK alumni online. Test and implement these initiatives with the alumni network on an ongoing basis 
  • Develop and lead a community of practice for alumni platform administrators and be their point of contact for any queries regarding the alumni platform 
  Contract management 
  • Work closely with the alumni platform technical provider to ensure the platform is always fully functional and any issues are reported and dealt with in a timely manner 
  • Manage the contract with the platform provider to ensure they meet all of their commitments 
  Content management 
  • Work closely with the marketing manager to co-ordinate messaging across the alumni platform, direct marketing and social media 
  • Develop content for the alumni platform and be responsible for editing content across the platform to ensure consistency and professionalism 
  • Develop a content plan for the alumni platform and work with content producers to see this delivered 
  Reporting 
  • Be responsible for regular reporting on the alumni platform, utilising the platforms integrated reporting functionality and other available analytics
  • Have full visibility and knowledge of alumni analytics ahead of weekly progress team meetings (via Google analytics).
  Equality, Diversity, Inclusion 
  • To actively contribute to an inclusive and anti-racist organisational culture, being aware of your own biases, and taking action to mitigate against these. Ensuring people feel valued and are treated equitably, with support for people’s well-being and mental health
  • Understand the British Council’s approach to equality, diversity and inclusion and how it applies to your role, making time for learning and development relating to EDI and anti-racism
  • Ensure the alumni platform is accessible to audiences and any additional accommodations are facilitated when required.
  Requirements of the role • Experience of managing and developing an online community 
  • Experience of creating online content for digital audiences and an understanding and knowledge of what makes engaging content 
  • Experience of managing suppliers 
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience of project management Closing Date: Applications will close at 23:59 on Sunday 11th August 2024 UK Time. 
  
  Interviews will be held around the beginning/mid September. 
  
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  Research and Insights Manager  

  British Council

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 16/07/2024

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  We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.
  
  We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
  
  Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2021–22 we reached 650 million people. Important Information on the Role: Contract Type – Indefinite  Pay Band – 7 Salary – Up to £33,995 plus £3,300 London allowance Benefits :  An attractive civil service pension scheme with 27% employer contribution 32 days annual leave plus 3 days of volunteering leave Location – UK wide (London, Manchester, Cardiff, Belfast, and Edinburg)  Application Closing Date – 31st July,2024  Requirements - Candidates applying must have the legal right to work in the UK now and in future as this is an indefinite contract. British Council will not sponsor visas.  The Team: Marketing and Communications at the British Council is a strategic function which drives awareness, understanding and engagement with us across our diverse audiences. We use insight, knowledge and analysis of our market and our customers to engage them with our work and our products and services in the most impactful and effective way. We lead the development of our brand and use our expertise to tell inspiring stories to enhance our global reputation, build lifelong relationships, engage our staff and demonstrate our impact.  Cultural Engagement brings together our work in Arts, English and Education in a globally connected and sustainable way, sharing skills, knowledge and expertise to provide more joined up responses to key global challenges, and increasing our impact with audiences, partners and beneficiaries around the world.  The Role :  To assess market insight needs for the relevant focus area within the Cultural Engagement (CE) Strategic Business Unit (SBU), providing expert advice to colleagues on insight and research requirements. The role will support designing research needs, coordinating briefs and suppliers on specific insight projects, and providing detailed quality assurance from planning to dissemination. The role will also help define and develop insight practices, processes and frameworks as set by the Head of CE Marketing Innovation.  Main Responsibilities:  Consultancy, analysis & problem-solving  Applies advanced market insight and analytics expertise to provide advice to Cultural Engagement globally in the relevant area. Applies analytical approaches to identify and assess current state of market insights and analytics infrastructure, processes and systems, define opportunities for improvement and design, develop and implement agreed improvements, enabling global consistency.  Undertakes expert analysis on options for change, benchmarking contemporary best practice, to support recommendations for change and drive market insight and analytics process and system development. Distils complex concepts and analysis into cogent and persuasive presentations, which convincingly influence decision-makers about the case for new market insights and analytics approaches, systems, processes and tools. Internal customer focus  Builds an in-depth understanding of the operational context, opportunities and challenges for market insight and analytics activities within relevant CE area. Makes appropriate linkages to issues across the broader organisation, to ensure that the development of market insights and analytics projects and initiatives is based on informed business insight and joined-up thinking. Consults closely with internal customers and other stakeholder to understand current and future business needs for market insights and analytics. Service improvement  Supports the designs, development and management of the global infrastructure for market insights and analytics, e.g., insight databases / systems within relevant CE area.  Leads the development of global processes, standards and best practice for market insights and analytics for CE. Defines and develops key data collection standards, processes and templates for CE Insights in relevant area. Ensures joined up planning and delivery of customer, competitor and market research, insight and analytics projects and initiatives. Ensures consistent application of agreed data collection standards, templates and processes across CE marketing. Reviews impact and effectiveness of projects and initiatives and identifies opportunities for improvement. Ensures identified improvements have measurable impacts on marketing performance. Actively plans to ensure engagement, buy-in and compliance with changes that will be driven from CE Insights team. Specialist expertise Provides expert advice, support and challenge on market insights and analytics to internal customers and other stakeholders. Proactively pursues an annual cycle of formally recognised Continuing Professional Development to maintain and deepen their professional expertise. Commercial & financial management Using agreed corporate systems and processes, plans and manages the budget for agreed market insight and analytics projects and initiatives. Conducts monthly and year-end reporting on progress against plan and deliverables, budget, and management of issues and risks. Actively applies learning from this process to improve financial planning, management and performance within their area. Relationship & stakeholder management Promotes and champions best market insights and analytics within regions and countries, and through the Marketing Community of Practice. Develops peer/personal networks within and outside Marketing to enhance own knowledge and expertise.  Proactively builds and maintains excellent relationships with internal partners and stakeholders to ensure integrated, joined up and future-proofed approaches and solutions. Leadership & management Plans and prioritises own work activities to ensure effective delivery of diverse responsibilities and deliverables over a quarterly to annual time horizon. Determines work plans and coordinates input from others (who may be outside the direct management line) to meet specific objectives.  Minimum Essential:  Relevant degree e.g., business studies, marketing, or equivalent level of experience  Significant experience in managing and commissioning market insight and research projects and initiatives within a large and complex organisation from commissioning to dissemination of results.  Demonstrable experience in providing expert advice and guidance on market insights and analytics.  Demonstrable experience in coaching managers to use market insights and analytics to improve business performance.  A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality , Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Statement Read Less

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  Data Manager  

  British Council

  [temporary] - London

  Posted: 12/07/2024

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  We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.
  
  We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
  
  Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2021–22 we reached 650 million people. Important Information on the Role: Location – UK Wide (London, Manchester, Cardiff, Edinburg, Belfast) Posting – Internal / External Pay Band – 8 Salary – up to £46,203 plus £3,300 London allowance if based in London. Contract length - 1 year fixed term contract Application Closing date – 28th July 2024 The Team: The role sits as part of the Marketing Operations team, focusing on implementing the Marketing Automation platform and will be a core member of a cross-functional project team. The role will work closely with Data Evidence and Performance (DEP) team which is part of the Chief Operating Officer function which includes the central oversight and leadership for corporate planning, performance management, evaluation and reporting, the management of strategic risk and of investment, internal audit, shared services, marketing, digital and technology. DEP provides the central leadership and development for the British Council’s Data Analytics and Evidence Strategy working across the organisation with stakeholders to leverage our Data and Evidence assets. This includes driving better data quality through enterprise data governance, designing, and delivering data technology and insight solutions, co-ordinating an organisational community of practice for Data Analytics and Evidence, development of the British Council KPIs framework, monitoring and reviewing performance to drive improvement, evaluation and measurement of impact to help improve decision making. The Role: The Data Manager will be part of the Marketing Automation Joint Project Team, working closely with the Data Management team to establish the data model and data flows, consolidating the various processes and platforms across the business, creating guidance on best practice use of the system to deliver data integrity.
  
  The role will create data hierarchies, KPI definitions as well as exploring the automation of processes and data flows to improve efficiencies and access to data. The role will have responsibility for building capacity and maintaining networks in Countries and Regions and overseeing the provision of training to colleagues. The team works closely with business units across the organisation to support business and strategic solutions for delivering data management practices. Main Accountabilities: Consultancy, Analysis and Problem Solving
  (Data Management) Management and quality assurance of accurate data for the marketing automation project. Develop and maintain KPI definitions ensuring these are up to date and in line with strategic and business needs. Development of data standards including operational data models, business rules and operational definitions tailored to enable consistent global business use. Management of processes to standardise, prepare for linkage, and more broadly exploit key strategic data. Make sure that data collection procedures are in line with all relevant rules and guidelines. Establish global data standards upon which collection of data are based/measured and ensure that these standards adhered to Create and enforce policies for effective data management. Formulate techniques for quality data collection to ensure adequacy, accuracy, and legitimacy of data. Establish rules and procedures for data sharing within internal and external stakeholders. Sector/Subject Expertise
  (Data collection systems) Ensure that data collection software is functioning as expected and resolving issues as they arise. Monitor and analyse information and data systems and evaluate their performance to discover ways of enhancing data collection methods and to simplify and automate data collection. Ensure digital databases and archives are protected from security breaches and data losses. Stakeholder Engagement Build a global network to improve data collection. Provide training to employees to be able to perform data collection independently and effectively. Interpret and explain complex data to employees to carry everybody along and for purposes of clarity/verification. Develop and maintain strong operational and strategic relationships across the organisation with SBUs, Professional Services and Regions Minimum Essential: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Power BI to prepare and analyse large datasets. Proven ability in translating complex data specifications into usable datasets across all types of non-financial and financial data. Leadership in building quality processes to monitor data quality standards. Significant experience in working with raw data and skilled in managing, interpreting, and evaluating activities using qualitative and quantitate data. Knowledge and experience of quantitative analysis and methodologies Experience of maintaining stakeholder networks to implement new processes. Experience of leadership in developing data models, taxonomies, and data standards Desirable Expertise in at least one programming language to build data models and queries for reporting i.e. Python, SQL, R. Role specific skills Familiarity with statistical techniques and their application in a business environment A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality , Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Statement Read Less

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  Teacher of English - Full time  

  British Council

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 14/06/2024

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  We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.
  
  We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
  
  Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2021–22 we reached 650 million people. What's it like to work at the British Council as a Teacher? Job Overview The British Council enjoys a strong reputation in Egypt as the leading provider of English language courses. Egypt plays a major role in the British Council’s English Language Teaching (ELT) work across the whole Arabic-speaking region. There are excellent opportunities for further development in various directions. The centres run CELTA, distance DELTA, TYLEC, and various management and general training courses. Financial support is available on most courses for suitable candidates. For more experienced teachers there is a supported environment to enter into teacher training opportunities. A mix of adult and young learner courses are taught in all the branches. All full-time teachers are expected to teach both adults and young learners as part of their teaching hours which may require them to teach over the weekend and on Saturday evening Role Purpose: To promote and ensure quality teaching and effective learning of English To provide learners with a rewarding and stimulating English language learning experience Main Accountabilities: Plan, prepare, and deliver 25 hours of English teaching tailored to diverse customer groups and learning styles. Monitor student progress and provide ongoing feedback to support learner autonomy. Collaborate with the teaching team to develop, evaluate, and enhance English courses and materials. Engage in continuous professional development to uphold high teaching standards and promote best ELT practices for the British Council. Ensure safeguarding and guidelines are applied and upheld in line with standards and policy for the following areas: Child Protection Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Anti-bribery Information management Health and safety Qualifications
  Essentials Bachelor's degree (in any discipline)  Cambridge CELTA or Trinity Certificate TESOL Work Experience
  Essentials 2 years post-certificate i.e. CELTA or Trinity Certificate TESOL experience Experience in teaching relevant age groups: Adults General English (800+ hours) Young adults aged 5-17 (400+ hours) Right to Work in the country (residing outside of Egypt) Relocation support is available for non-Egyptian candidates. Egyptian residents with the right to live and work in Egypt are welcome to apply. Applicants require a passport valid for six months Salary & Benefits: non-Egyptian (international mobility contract) Gross Local salary: 14,923 EGP per month Net Sterling supplement: GBP 315 per month Gross Housing allowance - We assist with the cost of finding rented accommodation: Unaccompanied – 5,300 EGP Accompanied (1 dependent) – 7,300 EGP. Accompanied (2 or more dependents) – 10,000 EGP. Salary & Benefits: Egyptian (local contract) Local salary: 14,923 EGP (Gross) Additional Information (international mobility & local contracts): As per applicable laws, the British Council will deduct contributions from your EGP monthly salary at rates determined by the National Social Insurance Authority. Annual leave allowance : 35 days per year of paid leave, plus minimum 14 public holidays Medical Insurance: You and your family will be covered with the Council’s Group Medical Insurance offering comprehensive coverage.  Contract duration:  2 years  Renewable period: 1 year Contracted working hours: 37.5 per week. Please note:   Closing date and time - Sunday 14 July 2024 (23:59 Indian Standard Time) A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality , Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Statement Read Less

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  Teaching FP&A Lead, EU region  

  British Council

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 17/05/2024

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  We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.
  
  We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
  
  Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2021–22 we reached 650 million people. Role Purpose:   To support the Financial Planning and Analysis Lead in providing professional guidance and support in any aspect linked with planning, forecasting and monitoring performance against targets. The post holder will deliver direct and effective support to stakeholders by providing assurance on the integrity of our financial management reports and confirming the accuracy of our reports on business performance. The role is in charge of analysing and interpreting long and short term financial and operational plans as well as business performance against targets through management reporting, including the analysis and interpretation of financial trends, variance analysis and financial impact assessment. This post will be part of the FP&A team that may be dispersed across the region. The role may support individual SBUs or geographical groupings, depending on the regional context. Main Accountabilities:  Accountable for the analysis and interpretation of long and short term financial and operational plans for the SBU through management reporting, analysis and interpretation of financial trends:   Planning, forecasting and budgeting: • Support the planning process for the SBU, ensuring proper tools are in place and respond to the individual business needs, challenging submissions, identifying synergies and ensuring delivery to deadlines. • Provide user-friendly cluster consolidation and interpretation of plans/forecasts and actual financial data, ensuring they are in line with SBU strategy. • Support FP&A Regional Lead and also the Head of FP&A in the introduction of any changes (regionally or corporate led) on planning and forecasting processes and tools. • Ensure plan and forecast data by the businesses are in line with approved guidelines and assumptions. • Support FP&A Regional Lead and also the Head of FP&A in developing planning tools that automate and streamline planning and forecasting processes at country and regional level. • Provide financial data necessary for investment cases writing, modeling and scenario planning, pipeline financial management and follow up.  • Support the Regional/ country /cluster SBU leads and Country Directors with FP&A activities relevant to them. Build a trusted relationship with senior stakeholders to ensure appropriate business partnering • Lead on and support process improvement initiatives  • Reconciliation and review of SAP plans before system closure. Financial analysis:  • Analyse growth trends, product trends and KPIs across the region, making recommendations to maximise opportunities and manage risks to ensure targets are met • Perform analysis scenario planning and modelling, based on the stakeholder needs.  Management Reporting: • Manage the regional reporting and commentary process for consolidation at Regional level for SBU leads, the regional leadership team  • Liaise with business leads for any variances between business planning and operational planning figures and provide explanations / commentary.   • Review the monthly dashboard output to assess pipeline activities to achieve next period’s target. Business Performance Management:  • Review financial performance with the business leads and make recommendations for action to address issues identified at Country, Cluster or Regional levels. • Monitor cost allocation accuracy. • Deliver outputs within corporate and regional timelines as requested by Regional Head FP&A.  • Support the business in relation to Master Data set up (WBS, PC, CC). Role specific knowledge and experience Minimum/essential  • Minimum 2 years of experience in Operational financial management and or management accounting. Delivery of results within a complex international structure and reporting to tight deadlines.  • Experience of working in a multinational & multi-cultural organization, with a complex international structure • Experience on provision and interpretation of financial information Desirable • Experience on commercial organization • Experience working with SAP. Role specific skills  • Effective communication skills, especially to explain complex financial data to non-finance people, using nontechnical language . • Strong skills in business partnering • Advanced excel skills, including complex pivot tables and tools to link/ update financial data • Skills in using technology Qualifications • Part qualified with a recognised accounting body or equivalent master degree in business administration or finance. • Desirable: Fully qualified with a recognised accounting body. Education  • Business or Finance graduate  • Degree level education Read Less

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  Newly Qualified Teacher - Full time  

  British Council

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 15/05/2024

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  We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.
  
  We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
  
  Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2021–22 we reached 650 million people. What's it like to work at the British Council as a Teacher?
  Job Overview The Teacher Support Programme (TSP) is the British Council Egypt’s well-established training and mentoring programme for newly qualified teachers. The TSP includes regular input, peer observations, and observations and lesson planning support from an experienced, trained mentor, and the teachers’ have reduced teaching hours for the duration of the TSP. Input and observations are organised around different teaching skills and the programme works to build teachers’ skills, confidence and independence. It is a fast-track professional development programme, with many teachers going on to doing a teaching Diploma soon after completing the TSP and there are now many TSP graduates in management positions around the British Council network Role Purpose  To promote and ensure quality teaching and effective learning of English To provide learners with a rewarding and stimulating English language learning experience Main Accountabilities:  Plan, prepare, and deliver up to 20 hours of high-quality English Teaching in the first year. The contract after graduation from TSP, teaching hours will be 25 hours per week of high-quality English language teaching that meets the needs of different customer groups taking into account individual learning styles. Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to help manage students’ performance throughout the course, and actively promote learner autonomy professional development and performance management to ensure quality and high standards in teaching and learning and maintain British Council’s position at the forefront of best ELT practices.  In the initial year of the contract, Teachers on the TSP undertake: Training Programme Attendance at training sessions and INSETTS as scheduled (up to 2 per week) 2 observations by the training / management team / mentor per term 3 peer observations by teacher on the TSP per term Meetings Attendance of pre- and post- observation meetings with member of training / management team / mentor Attendance at Training Days and Teachers’ Meetings unless scheduled to teach a British Council courses at that time  Qualifications Essentials  Bachelor's degree (any discipline) Cambridge CELTA or Trinity Certificate TESOL. 
  Work Experience 0 Years post-certificate i.e. CELTA or Trinity Certificate TESOL experience (Required Newly Qualified applicants) Language requirement s  High proficiency in English: i.e. Full mastery of English across all four skills, equivalent to CEFR C2 and IELTS band 8/9 (in each of the four sections of the academic version of the test).
  Right to Work in the country (residing outside of Egypt) Relocation support is available for non-Egyptian candidates. Egyptian residents with the right to live and work in Egypt are welcome to apply. Applicants require a passport valid for six months Salary & Benefits  International mobility contract (residing outside Egypt): Salary Local salary: 13,388 EGP (Gross) Sterling supplement: GBP 315 (net) per month Housing allowance - We assist with the cost of finding rented accommodation: Unaccompanied - 4000 EGP Accompanied (1 dependent) - 5500 EGP. Accompanied (2 or more dependents) - 7500 EGP. Local contract (residing in Egypt): Salary Local salary: 13,388 EGP (Gross) As per applicable laws, the British Council will deduct contributions from your monthly salary at rates determined by the National Social Insurance Authority. Annual leave allowance: 35 days per year of paid leave, plus 16 public holidays Medical Insurance : You and your family will be covered with the Council’s Group Medical Insurance, managed by Allianz, offering comprehensive coverage including medical treatment, hospital care, repatriation costs, and personal liability.  Read Less

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  Resources Deployment Coordinator  

  British Council

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 02/05/2024

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  We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.
  
  We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
  
  Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2021–22 we reached 650 million people. Role Purpose The purpose of this role is to support the Resource Deployment Manager to deploy the right mix and profile of Examiners, Venue Supervisors and Venue Staff for Test Day delivery using BoSS and other systems. This role will support recruitment and management of Examiners (incl IELTS & Schools). The pool will participate in bulk recruitment of Venue Staff and ensure appropriate level of recruitment for Venue Supervisors to put through short lists for Operations Managers to select. Main Accountabilities Service delivery Maintaining up to date database of all venue staff (contact details, training, performance) Supporting the effective implementation of Back Office Scheduling System & Clock in Clock out across all exams products Organising and conducting venue staff performance management activities (spot checks, follow-ups) Checking and processing claims for payment in a timely manner and in accordance with internal processes and measures Management of IELTS examiner quality and compliance through the Professional Support Network Ensuring that all venue staff management activities are consistent with key equal opportunities and diversity principles Customers/ Relationship and stakeholders Carries out instructions and requests from line manager and other managers efficiently and effectively. Working with local HR for compliance with recruitment and induction of resources Point of contact for all venue staff Escalates complex issues/ complaints regarding Venue Staff or Examiners to Operations Resource Manager to provide solutions Risk and compliance Follows agreed corporate risk management processes and procedures when delivering services (e.g. child protection, security policies, financial protocols, anti-fraud measures) to protect the interests of the BC and its customers at all times. Maintains standards and supports Exam security and compliance Analysis and reporting Supports daily/weekly planning/capacity meetings Analyses outcomes and recommends improvements to resourcing standards
  About You (essential requirements for the role): Relevant working experience for 2 year in a similar environment  Experience working in compliance regulated procedures  Experience with planning and scheduling  Working in a challenging environment against tight deadlines.  Must have knowledge/experience in child protection policies and practices  Desirable requirements Knowledge of British Council EDI and recruitment policy’s and standards  Read Less

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  People Advisor MEA  

  British Council

  [fulltime] - London

  Posted: 24/04/2024

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  We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.
  
  We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
  
  Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2021–22 we reached 650 million people. Pay Band – 7 Contract Type – Indefinate  Location – Morrocco or Tunisia Closing date – Monday 1st July 2024 23:59 UK time  You must have the legal right to work in Morrocco or Tunisa at the time of application.  There is no relocation or sponsorship support. British Council supports working in new ways such as hybrid working, subject to full approval by line management and conditional upon our ability to provide the appropriate level of service. This may not be appropriate for all roles but can be explored at interview.  About the role:  The People Services team exists to enable business leaders to make good decisions within policy and process frameworks and to ensure that the fundamentals of people administration are delivered efficiently and effectively for all colleagues, in partnership with the MSP.  The role will be key to ensuring that the People function services provided are consistent with global HR policies and processes, reflect local policy frameworks, and are high quality and efficient. Main Responsibilities  Advise and guide line managers across a range of countries on all aspects of the employee life cycle, so that the EVP is delivered and experienced within the organisation. Apply People function technical and professional knowledge, recognised best practice approaches and insight from previous experience to resolve non-standard issues. Manage and advise on discipline and conduct related issues, up to and including dismissal by reference to policy and local legislation and working with ER/case management team on medium and high-risk cases as required. Support resolution of workplace conflict, including grievances, taking an early resolution approach wherever possible.  Conduct analysis using a range of standard methodologies and across multiple datasets to provide high quality and evidence-based procedural recommendations and HR advice. Support business execution of organisation re-structures compliant with British Council policies and legal requirements (e.g., advise and participate with business on execution of the consultation process and managing redundancies) and work with legal advisers and union bodies as necessary to support Lead Advisor.  Use a variety of information resources and professional networks to maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in external policy, practice, and regulation within the People function.  Build line managers’ confidence to make decisions in people-related matters.  Consult closely with internal customers and other stakeholder to understand current and future business needs and plans work activities accordingly to ensure the services and advice provided meet those demands.  Provide expert HR advice informed by local labour laws and other relevant regulations, support and challenge to internal customers and other stakeholders to support the development of high quality, effective and continuously improving business practices within their area of expertise, ensuring high quality service is delivered to maximise performance and minimise risks and costs.  Make professional recommendations to resolve specific or localised People function issues and offer ideas which contribute to the development of wider solutions to broader business challenges and problems. Participate as part of a team to support implementation the people component of corporate or regional change projects.  Role Specific Skills Provide expert HR advice informed by local labour laws and other relevant regulations, support and challenge to internal customers and other stakeholders to support the development of high quality, effective and continuously improving business practices within their area of expertise, ensuring high quality service is delivered to maximise performance and minimise risks and costs.  Make professional recommendations to resolve specific or localised People function issues and offer ideas which contribute to the development of wider solutions to broader business challenges and problems. Participate as part of a team to support implementation the people component of corporate or regional change projects.  Minimum/essential requirements  Demonstrable experience in a generalist or specialist People function Advisory role across a number of countries in the MEA Hub (for example, Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria) and/or a large complex country and well versed in all areas of the People function life cycle. Track record of building effective relationships with business leadership teams and managing a range of complex internal and external stakeholders in the delivery of high quality and effective professional People function services.  Working knowledge of employment and labour law including working knowledge of social security and tax regulations for private sector organizations in the MEA Hub and leading on employee relations cases.  Experience of working in countries with labour laws based on the French system. Language Requirements The British Council systems and global processes operate in English. Written and verbal proficiency (CEF C1) in English is required  French (CEF C1)  Education and Qualifications  Desirable - HR qualification (MA/MSC or CIPD or equivalent)  A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality , Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Statement Read Less

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  Talent Pool - Teacher of English & Newly Qualified Teacher- Full Time  

  British Council

  [fulltime temporary] - London

  Posted: 23/02/2024

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  We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2021–22 we reached 650 million people. What's it like to work at the British Council as a Teacher? Role Purpose: To maintain and enhance professional development and academic quality in the teaching center, through the management of in-house teacher development programme and support To promote and ensure quality teaching and effective learning of English To provide learners with a rewarding and stimulating English language learning experience To support the wider aims of British Council and its cultural relations mission Job Overview The British Council in Egypt offers programmes for both Adults and Young Learners and is a seven day a week operation offering classes throughout the day. Most teachers teach Young Learner classes at the weekend and Adult classes (primarily in the evening) on the other days. All teachers have two consecutive days as a weekend. We currently have 4 branches in Cairo (Agouza, Heliopolis, Nasr City and 6 October City) and one in Alexandria. These are a mix of owned, rented and partnered premises. Corporate courses are delivered both on-site and off-site. Main Accountabilities: Plan, prepare and deliver up to 25 hours of high-quality English Teaching that meets the needs of different customer groups taking into account individual learning styles. Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to help manage students’ performance throughout the course, and actively promote learner autonomy Contribute to the development, evaluation, and improvement of English language courses, materials and related services, in order to meet students’ needs by actively working as a member of the teaching team Actively engage in professional development and performance management to ensure quality and high standards in teaching and learning and maintain British Council’s position at the forefront of best ELT practices. Contribute to the development of lasting, mutually beneficial relationships by enhancing students’ understanding of contemporary UK. Ensure safeguarding and guidelines are applied and upheld in line with standards and policy for the following areas: Child Protection Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Anti-bribery Information management Health and safety Qualifications
  Essentials Undergraduate Degree (any discipline)  Cambridge CELTA or Trinity cert TESOL.  Language Requirement High proficiency in English i.e. full mastery of English across all 4 skills equivalents to user (CEFR C2)
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  Essentials Teacher of English 2 years post-certificate i.e. CELTA/Trinity cert TESOL experience Experience in teaching relevant age groups: Adults General English (800+ hours) Young adults aged 5-17 (400+ hours Newly Qualified Teacher 0 Years post-certificate i.e. CELTA/Trinity cert TESOL experience (Required Newly Qualified applicants) Local restrictions on employment This opportunity is open to Egyptian and UK nationals. Work permits can only be obtained via the British Council for Egyptian and UK passport holders. Applicants must have a passport that is valid for at least six months from the start date and have a minimum of 2 clear pages to obtain visas. Salary & Benefits Teacher of English 2-year Mobile Contract (recruited from the UK or British Council in the network) :  The total salary is composed of 2 elements: a local salary + a sterling supplement Local salary (to be paid into local bank account) in monthly payments of 13,092 EGP and the sterling supplement is 315GBP   2-year Local Contract (based in Egypt):  Local salary (to be paid into local bank account) in monthly payments of  14,924 EGP Newly Qualified Teacher 2-year Mobile Contract (recruited from the UK or British Council in the network):  The total salary is composed of 2 elements: a local salary + a sterling supplement. Local salary (to be paid into local bank account) in monthly payments of 11,864 LE and the sterling supplement is 315GBP 2-year Local Contract (based in Egypt) :  Local salary (to be paid into local bank account) in monthly payments of 13,388 EGP (Allowances payable to British passport holders from the UK or from another country on the network (Country Plus contract) Housing allowance We provide assistance towards the cost of finding rented accommodation: Unaccompanied 4000 Accompanied (1 dependent) 5500 (Accountable) Accompanied (2 or more dependents) 7500 (Accountable) Settling-in allowance The settling-in allowance is designed to support the employee for costs they may incur as a result of relocating. It is a contribution only and is not intended to necessarily cover all the cost of the move. Employees will receive the allowance as a one-off net payment with their first month’s salary in the host country. The allowance is 7% of the employee’s annual base salary if single and for accompanied 10% of base salary. If income tax is liable on the allowance in the host location the allowance will be grossed up. Fares & Travel  : Employees will be eligible for an economy class flight to the host location from their point of origin, in line with the British Council travel policy. Accompanying spouses and partners and children aged 21 years and under will also be provided with a flight. All flights must be booked via the designated travel provider. An economy class flight for the employee and any accompanying dependants will be provided at the end of the contract back to the home location if the employment contract is fixed term for 12, 24 and for up to 36 months. The flight won’t be provided for a contract period beyond 36 months+.The flights must be used within one month of the end of contract or will be forfeited. A cash equivalent will not be provided. Settling-In Leave  : Employees are provided with an additional 3 days’ settling-in leave on arrival at the host location. The leave should be taken within the first month of arrival. Temporary Accommodation  :Employees may be provided with temporary accommodation for up to two weeks upon arrival at the host location. If the accommodation is a hotel it should be booked via the designated travel provider in the new location. Hotel accommodation must be approved by the Country Director, or the senior line manager in the UK before booking. Annual Leave Allowance : 35 days per annum paid leave plus public holidays (currently 14 days) Medical Allowance:  You and accompanying members of your family will be registered with the Council’s Group Medical Insurance. The scheme is currently administered by Allianz. The scheme covers medical and hospital treatment, repatriation costs, personal liability and other items.  Job Opportunities for Partners :  Job opportunities for partners are limited, the most common being work in language schools in Cairo and its satellite towns for those who have experience and/or qualifications in teaching. For other opportunities the Embassies and cultural centres are the best place to enquire about employment opportunities. The Cervantes Institute, The Centro Italiano, The Goethe Institut and the Alliance Francaise all operate in Cairo. The British Council cannot obtain work visas for spouses to enable work with other organisations. Immigration & Visa Support :  The British Council will provide immigration and visa support to the assignee (UK national) and their accompanying dependents for up to a maximum of five years in the host country. Applicants with unmarried partners will need to check whether their partners are able to reside in Egypt. The Egyptian authorities currently provide a short-term tourist visa requiring the individual to re-enter the country every three months. However, this is not available to all nationalities. Other Allowances  : British Council pays for visas, work permits, vaccinations required for employment. Read Less

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