Safeguarding and Partnerships Lead

- 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 - 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 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 support our customer base across the network - Ensure VCMA funds initiatives that support vulnerable customers, especially around energy affordability, safety, and wellbeing - Ensure projects align with Ofgems criteria, measurable social return, and benefit gas consumers - Manage 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