Appointment Type:  Full time, 12-month fixed-term contract, 35 hours per week (A request for part time hours would be considered).

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 09.00 – 17.00 though some evening and weekend work will be required (We will consider requests for flexible working on appointment).

Location: Cathedral Centre, 3 Ford Street, Salford, M3 6DP

Salary: £22,000 - £25,000 per annum (FTE) depending on skills and experience.

Benefits: 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays and 5 closure days per annum, plus employer’s pension scheme.

About: An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Diocese of Salford as a Communications and Marketing Officer to work with the Communications Manager and Cathedral Dean. This role will be key in supporting the Cathedral to tell its story, past, present & future in a busy, dynamic environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a variety of multimedia communications to assist the Cathedral team in raising awareness of the Cathedral among external audiences while encouraging greater engagement with the Cathedral Community. As a member of the Diocesan Communications Office, the incumbent will also play a part in supporting the team’s work around the diocese, its projects, and parishes.

What we are looking for: An excellent communicator and relationship-builder who is able to work well both independently and as part of a team. They will be creative and adaptable, experienced in social media and implementing marketing campaigns.

The post-holder will be a good time-manager with effective prioritisation skills and able to work to deadlines. They will maintain appropriate confidentiality and may be aware of data protection and safeguarding with an ability to work and engage with volunteers.

The successful candidate will:

• Be educated to degree level;
• Experienced in writing, marketing, and public relations via various channels;
• Sympathetic to the mission and values of the Diocese of Salford;
• Knowledgeable about Roman Catholic Church structures;
• Be an experienced communicator with a broad range of people, who can write in a variety of styles (depending on the audience).
• Be knowledgeable about marketing and communications activities including digital platforms.

Travel around the Diocese may be required, and the post-holder may have access to their own vehicle for which essential user mileage will be paid, though this is not essential. The nature of the duties of the successful candidate are that it will inevitably on occasion be necessary to work outside designated hours as the demands of the role require.

The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation.  This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service.  Please note, there is no occupational requirement to be a Catholic to be eligible for this post.

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Friday 16th July 2021.

To download an application pack please visit our website.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 29th July 2021.

Salford Roman Catholic Diocesan Trustees Registered Charity Registered Charity No. 250037

We are offering an exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver this ambition through this new role of a Green Space Development Worker to work alongside our existing Volunteer Development Workers within the Wellbeing Matters team.

Through the development of the Green Care Programme we will work alongside our existing partners in Wellbeing Matters and will also widely engage with other organisations as part of the project delivery, we will widen this to include Grass Roots and smaller organisations.  Engagement through this initial process and then to involve wider ‘Green’ partners in the delivery element.

The post holder will be responsible for the development of Green & Blue Projects across the 5 Health and Social Care Neighbourhoods in Salford, supporting existing and emerging schemes to enable more people to access green & blue activities and services in their local communities that support their wellbeing and increase opportunities for local people to volunteer. A key element of the role will be supporting the development of welcoming, supportive and meaningful opportunities for social prescribing referrals.

A complementary grants and investment programme of £125k will be available to support local VCSE organisation develop their green and blue offer for social prescribing and wider volunteering.

New opportunity not to be missed! Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for a Digital Campaigns and Mobilisation Officer to join our Communications team based in London or Manchester. In return, you will receive a competitive salary plus excellent benefits.

This is a permanent, full time opportunity which can be based in either London or Manchester with a closing date of 30 June 2021, 12 noon. Salary is £24,693-£28,768 (depending on location and experience). 

We help vulnerable young people by giving them the practical and emotional support they need to find a job and live independently.

Together with our partners, we support thousands of homeless young people each year.

The Digital Campaigns and Mobilisation Officer is an exciting new role, which will work to grow our community of online campaigners who want to work with us to end youth homelessness by 2037.

Using both creative and technical skills, the role will support Centrepoint to deliver meaningful policy change. You will have experience in email engagement, lead generation and paid social media campaigning. You will be adept at using data to inform your campaign planning and be a good copywriter.

Day-to-day you will be building online actions, developing engagement strategies, writing email campaign copy, analysing the results of existing campaigns and working across the directorate to build new engagement ideas.

This role will be based in the communication’s team but work closely with colleagues across the directorate, namely those in public affairs.

They will work across both awareness raising campaigns as part of our brand strategy, and also policy change campaigns which span across the whole directorate. In return for your efforts you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including:

• 25 days of annual leave per year, rising by one day per year to a maximum of 27 days
• Excellent training package to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to build a new career
• Employer pension contributions of 4%
• Access to Cycle 2 Work loan scheme
• An interest-free travel loan

We seek to challenge discrimination and are committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint. We welcome applications from anyone with direct experience of being homeless or using young people's services.

Exciting New Role Available

Are you passionate about supporting a local mental health charity that occupies a special place in the landscape of mental health services?

Are you motivated by navigating a changing environment?

Do you want to work with like-minded people who are committed to improving the lives of people within our local community?

We are looking to recruit a Business and Community Development Senior Manager working alongside the Business and Community Development Director for the management, development, and future strategic planning of the Business and Community Development directorate. We are looking for someone skilled in management, partner relationships, community development approaches and Bid writing and development.

Responsible for the direct line management of several Project Managers within the directorate and to be responsible for the implementation, delivery, and monitoring of a number of Business and Community Development services across Tameside, Oldham, and Glossop.

Main duties include:

• Responsibility for the planning and organisation of a broad range of complex activities or programmes, some of which are ongoing, which require the formulation and adjustment of plans or strategies.
• To work in partnership with a wide range of partners, key stakeholders, and communities
• To research and secure further funding opportunities for the directorate, including increasing unrestricted funding to support in overall sustainability for the directorate
• To take responsibility to ensure all projects are monitored and evaluated effectively for safety and key stakeholders

What we are looking for:

• A commitment to providing effective high-quality services
• A willingness to embrace change and the unknown
• A desire to develop our Business and Community Development services and take on new challenges
• A willingness to develop and maintain positive working relationships across partnership agencies
• A commitment to provision by encouraging personal responsibility for development by discovering and realising the abilities and energies of people
• Seeking insight and grow from experience finding new or better ways to contribute to the field of mental health

*Please refer to full Job Description and Person Specification*

To apply:

Please note that we do not accept CVs – if you are interested in the role, please visit our website and apply by completing an online application form.

Please ensure your application evidences that you can meet essential criteria set out in the person specification.

The deadline for all applications is 10 am on Monday 21st June 2021.

Interviews are planned for 5th July 2021

BHA for Equality are looking for 2 X Community Engagement and Development Workers to join their Greater Manchester sexual health team.

BHA is a leading health and social care charity that works to challenge health inequalities and support individuals, families & communities to improve their health & well-being. 

We are seeking passionate and motivated team members who are committed to improving the sexual health outcomes for Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority communities.

You will be joining a friendly, creative, and dedicated collaborative team who are determined to reduce sexual health inequalities and challenge HIV related stigma and discrimination.

Overview of the area of work:

• Develop and deliver community engagement initiatives and sexual health promotion interventions.
• Raise awareness of sexual and reproductive health issues (via digital and community-based engagement).
• Ensure people from all communities can access HIV testing and other prevention tools so that no-one is left behind.
• Provide culturally appropriate information and advice suitable and accessible for a wide range of communities with complex needs aimed at improving knowledge, confidence and influencing behaviour.

Experience of working with marginalised communities and working in a health-related field would be advantageous to your application.

Knowledge and understanding of Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority communities and the issues faced by them regarding access to sexual health provision would be essential.  

The delivery of our work takes a blended approach (digital and community based) so strong interpersonal and digital skills are essential.

The benefits:

• Salary NJC Scale 5 - 6, SCP 12 - 22 (£22,183 - £27,041 pro rata)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata
• Employers’ contributory pension scheme
• Blended working
• Flexi working
• UNUM Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

We are taking positive action to encourage applications from Black, Asian and ethnic Minority men, trans and non-binary people to improve the representation of colleagues from these communities in our staff team.

Contract type: Fixed term until 30th June 2022 with the possibility of extension subject to funding

Hours: 35 hours per week including occasional evening and weekend work (for which time off in lieu will be given), as required. We would also consider applications from those who may be looking for a 28-hour post.  Please indicate on your application your preference.

Location: Manchester – remote initially due to Covid 19

Deadline for applications: 5pm 30th June 2021 (Please note late applications will not be accepted). 

Interviews: 8th July 2021 via zoom

Please note CVs will not be accepted.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.K.

Due to the nature of this post, Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service will be conducted on the successful applicant.

We're looking for a Business Development Officer to help drive our product development, build new relationships and share the inspirational work we do here at the College.

As our Business Development Officer you'll work closely with the Head of Business Development, reviewing our current and potential services and the wider market, identifying potential clients, competitors, barriers and opportunities.

You'll be part of a team that's pioneering a future that benefits more than just a select few. One where education is done with, not to people. We’re committed to inspiring a whole new generation of co-operators through the values and principles set out by the founders of our movement. 

About the Together Trust

We’re one of the North West’s leading disability charities, offering individual care, support and education to thousands of people each year.

Our work wouldn’t be possible without our incredible team of staff and volunteers who are positive role models to the people we support.

You’ll be joining an organisation driven by its values and desire to see meaningful change - the people we support really are at the heart of everything we do.

We want you to grow and develop - so we’ll support you to shape the career that you want to have.

We can’t promise a job with us will be easy. But what we can say is your work will be filled with meaning.

A job at the Together Trust is more than just a job. Together we’ll change lives.

The Together Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. It is a commitment we expect and require from all our staff and volunteers. All Successful applicants will undertake stringent recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS.

Our personalisation and community services team aim to provide extensive care and support to individuals and their families, promoting independence and inclusion within their local communities.

We have several opportunities, Permanent and Temporary, to join our busy team.

The post holders will act as co-ordinator for the service as required; providing advice, taking detailed notes from families/young people, liaising with local authorities, schools, other professionals and mediators in order to arrange meetings.Report on a range of factors related to the business as it stands now and grows in the future; keep, maintain and update official records relating to staff, people supported, statutory and professional contacts.

The post-holders will be expected to be flexible in their approach and be prepared to undertake other duties when required.

Benefits

You'll get to help the people we support celebrate along the road to a brighter future. And, be part of an incredible team of like-minded peers. Together we work hard, laugh a lot, and support each other. We also have a range of rewards and benefits for our staff:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays. Pro rated for part time roles) rising to 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 10 years.
• A company pension plan with 7% employer contribution

• Opportunity to purchase a health plan to claim towards therapy, dental and more
• Unlimited access to our employee assistance programme for advice and support
• Support from mental health first aiders
• Follow your ambitions and progress your career through on-the-job training, apprenticeships and qualifications

The trustees of Bury VCFA are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Chief Officer to lead our infrastructure organisation and champion the important contribution of VCFSE sector organisations in Bury.

The successful candidate must be able to take up this challenging role and build effective relationships with a wide range of partners and ensure the principles of good volunteering are at the heart of everything that we do.

Throughout the Covid 19 response, community, voluntary and faith based groups have demonstrated how vital they are to the neighbourhoods in the borough of Bury. Bury VCFA has been central to the development of the new Bury ten year strategy, Let’s do it! This appointment will play a key part by leading Bury VCFA and engaging the VCFSE sector and resident groups in the delivery of the plan.

The closing date for applications is 9.00 am on Monday 21th June 2021. 

We aim to hold face to face interviews in the week beginning 5th July 2021.

Acting on Impulse gives homeless and marginalised people a voice through film and theatre. You’ll be joining our Manchester-based Christian charity who give people who’ve experienced homelessness a sense of purpose and community. Our workshops and projects build confidence and self-esteem and share stories to a wide audience on stage and screen.

You’ll be impressed by the high professional quality of our films. You can find these on our website and on our Acting on Impulse YouTube channel.

We are a well-established charity and have a credible and proven model for practically helping our ‘company of actors’. Since 2007 Acting On Impulse has been run by a dedicated and competent band of volunteers. However, strategically, we now see the need to transition to a more sustainable and professionally run organisation. A key step in that transition is the appointment of a Development Officer. You’ll be our first paid team member.

One element of our vision is to work collaboratively with other agencies serving the same community in Greater Manchester. One of your key deliverables will be to forge relationships with receptive agencies, where our outreach drama/film projects are bought in as part of their service provision. In the first instance, it would be ideal to secure regular mini projects with one agency on a shared cost basis.

Whilst we have always raised sufficient income to fund each year’s workshops and projects, this has required great efforts, particularly in the area of grant applications. We have prided ourselves on running many imaginative and fun events over the years, which have contributed to our running costs. We are also blessed with a several generous supporters. Another key deliverable of your role is to increase our level of income (in part to cover your salary!) Without being prescriptive as to how you achieve that increase, we would like to see our supporter base expand and see an increase in regular monthly donations.

A third main deliverable is for you to increase the awareness in Greater Manchester of Acting on Impulse and the work that we do. In part, we see this as helping with your first two deliverables, engaging with other agencies and raising income. Familiarity and competence in effectively using different social media platforms is important.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a heart for the people we serve and the work we do.
• Has a proven track record in the three main deliverables of this role.
• Has the ambition and energy to help push Acting On Impulse through this transition period and on to the next level.
• Is Manchester-based
• Lives by values that resonate with our action-orientated Christian values.

If you’re excited by this role, in addition to your CV, please provide us with a cover letter explaining:

• What attracts you to the role.
• Why you believe you’d perform well and thrive in the role.

Working Arrangements

• This is a home-based (mainly), part-time role (50% FTE = 18.75 hours per week).
• The FTE salary is £26,000.
• Hours are flexible with an emphasis on school term time working.
• There will be a need for some weekend working and occasional evening working.
• You’ll report to one of the trustees and work in partnership with the Artistic Director and/or main workshop leader.
• There will be 17 days paid annual leave (inclusive of statutory days).

Depaul UK are currently looking for a Reconnect Coordinator to join us in any UK office (Manchester, Sheffield, London, Whitley Bay). You will join us on a part-time, permanent basis working 18.75 hours per week and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £12,087 (+ London weighting) per annum (pro-rata) + pension and benefits.

Depaul UK works with some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK. We specialise in working in communities where poverty and long-term unemployment have resulted in generations of social exclusion and high rates of homelessness.

Over the past 30 years, we have grown as an organisation and developed and enhanced our work and the impact it has across the UK.  Depaul UK has a wide range of services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness.

The Reconnect Coordinator role:

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a huge impact on young people and their families by offering personalised support and mediation on complex cases.

You will be working closely with the National Prevention Services Manager to develop and refine our Reconnect programme as well as supporting Reconnect Workers across England.

What makes this Reconnect Coordinator role exciting?

- A full induction and training to enhance the skills required
- Training in interpersonal mediation with an accredited provider
- Regular peer support with other Depaul Mediators/Family Workers, either via Skype or in person
- External Clinical Supervision
- Training in the Depaul Endeavour model
- Continuous support and supervision including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner

What will ideally support your success as one of our Reconnect Coordinator:

- Great experience working with young people or those who have experienced homelessness
- Strong understanding of the needs of people who have experienced homelessness, poor mental health and substance misuse
- Good knowledge and understanding of Risk Assessments and Support Planning
- Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills
​​​​​​​- The ability to demonstrate clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures

What’s it like to work at Depaul UK?

You'll be joining a friendly, flexible and values-led organisation, and will receive:

- Competitive salary
- 26 days of annual holiday plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Interest-free Annual Season Ticket Loan
- 4 weeks Paternity Leave

So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Reconnect Coordinator then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date: Thursday 6th May 2021 at 12pm

An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this role. Our recruitment checks, induction, and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients. Depaul UK strives to be equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.

Depaul UK are currently looking for an Education Officerto join us based in Greater Manchester.  You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £22,450 per annum + pension and benefits.

Depaul UK works with some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK. We specialise in working in communities where poverty and long-term unemployment have resulted in generations of social exclusion and high rates of homelessness.

Over the past 30 years, we have grown as an organisation and developed and enhanced our work and the impact it has across the UK.  Depaul UK has a wide range of services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness.

The Education Officer role:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Education Officer to coordinate and deliver the Depaul Education Programme in a range of environments across Manchester. This role is a full time, permanent position working primarily in Central Manchester.

The aim of the Depaul Education Programme is to prevent youth homelessness by running sessions and workshops on homelessness, conflict management and related issues to young people. The programme is reviewed regularly and you will have the opportunity to make recommendations, develop and design the programme's workshops and resources.

Your responsibility as Education Officer will be to build relationships with educational institutions, sell the programme and meet delivery targets. Therefore, a knowledge of target-driven or marketing environments would be beneficial.

What makes the Education Officer role exciting?

- A full induction to Depaul UK and training for the role, with ongoing opportunities for professional development

- Training in the Depaul Endeavour model

- Continuous support and supervision, including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner.

What will ideally support your success as one of our Education Officer:

- Demonstrable interest in the issues and challenges that face children and young people growing up in the UK

- Confident to deliver engaging presentations, workshops and training to large groups of children, young people and adults.

- Strong relationship management skills, able to build constructive partnerships with a range of professionals

- Working knowledge of target-driven environments, marketing and generating income

- Be highly computer literate, with knowledge of creating digital media

What’s it like to work at Depaul UK?

You'll be joining a friendly, flexible and values-led organisation, and will receive:

- Competitive salary

- 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

- Contributory pension scheme

- Life assurance

- Cycle to work scheme

- Interest free Annual Season Ticket Loan

- Four Weeks Paternity Leave

So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Education Officer then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date for applications: Tuesday 29 June 2021 at 12:00 pm

An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this role. Our recruitment checks, induction, and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients. Depaul UK strives to be equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.

Working with a network of 130 churches and projects, using website, email, and social media, but also with an awareness of communities which are digitally deprived, you will manage the digital and general communications of our District.  You will support, and where appropriate provide, pro-active communication, both internal to the District and between our churches and the public sphere.  You will pay attention to target, design, and method, and successfully increase both the public profile of the Methodist Church in our area, and the strength of relationships within the District.

Key Responsibilities

Raise the profile and awareness of the work of the district internally and externally

1. Ensure communication structures are fit for purpose and fully utilised

2. Ensure district staff involved in communications are suitably equipped and trained

3. Establish a set of common resources for all district staff

4. Identify key stakeholders – who needs to know what when and how and ensure that content

   is sent in a targeted way.

5. Enable people in district and circuits to be equipped to exercise their particularly ministry

6. and fulfil their calling

7. Increase the awareness of learning opportunities

8. Enable officers and other across the district to see new ways of doing things

9. Enable a flow of relevant information between churches, circuits, and individuals

10. Better inform churches and circuits about opportunities leading to new activities

11. Ensure that information which is available to be discovered (primarily the website and social media presence) is of high quality, up to date and easily accessible;

12. Promote stories of good news (these will largely come from the churches and circuits but can be promoted or supported by the district);

13. Work with the connexional communications team to manage communication in relation to crisis events.

Key tasks

1. To monitor and develop a communications strategy and plan for the District which will support the effective achievement of the district development plan.

2. To support the sharing across the district and more widely of stories and good practice within churches and circuits.

3. To produce and develop electronic publications for use within the District, including by producing and writing appropriate material and the annual prayer handbook in printed and electronic forms.

4. To edit and develop the District website and the use of social media, ensuring they promote positive stories of the work of the Methodist Church throughout the District.

5. To work with the District Administrator to further develop the weekly bulletin and other regular communications from the district to circuits and churches.

6. To provide support to churches and circuits to help them develop and improve their communications, through networking, facilitating training and other means.

7. To provide support to district officers to enable their work to be better known throughout the District.

Background

ReachOut is a mentoring charity working with children in disadvantaged communities to raise aspirations and help them grow in character and competence.

We improve self-confidence and develop Numeracy, Literacy and Communication Skills, whilst reinforcing our core values of Fairness, Self-Control, Good Judgement and Staying Power.

We do this through one-to-one mentoring with positive role models and team activities, to promote leadership, trust and responsibility.

 ReachOut runs mentoring projects for young people in various schools in the afternoon and evening. Our young people are referred by schools for a variety of reasons, and many have complex needs that can affect their behaviour and self-esteem. Each project involves weekly mentoring sessions through the academic year. The sessions involve one-to-one academic & non-academic activities with volunteer mentors, group activities with mentors and young people, and extracurricular activities such as multi-sports, drama and arts and crafts.

Our Project Officers are part of the Project Team and are line managed by the Project Managers. They are responsible for the impact of their allocated mentoring projects, the support and management of their Project Leaders and delivering their own mentoring projects. Project Officers also work closely with the Volunteer Team and Fundraising Team to maintain impactful mentoring sessions for our young people.

In 2021/22, ReachOut aims to expand our delivery and engage over 1000 young people through a mix of in-person (when safe to do so) and online mentoring programmes. Our long-term aim is to double our reach and be working with 2000 young people by 2024!

We are looking for innovative and passionate people that want to contribute to this growth whilst ensuring maximum impact on each young person.

At ReachOut, we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We aim to be an organisation that represents the young people that we mentor. We actively encourage applications from candidates from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds as these are under-represented within our organisation.

Job Description

• Line manage and support up to 10 Project Leaders
  • Observation and supervision of sessional staff
  • Support their professional development
  • Support them to deliver their own mentoring projects
  • Support them to manage their allocated group of volunteer mentors
• Relationship management with schools
  • Day to day communication to ensure expectations are met and the projects run efficiently
  • Work alongside your Project Manager to ensure all projects are reaching the goals set by our partner schools

• Managing attendance and engagement 
  • Communicating with parents
  • Communicating with young people
• Plan and run your allocated mentoring project
  • Manage the progress and development of the young people
• Support the Project Manager with the monitoring and evaluation of your allocated mentoring projects - reporting on attendance, individual and group progress of your allocated mentoring projects and overseeing the collection of end of year data.
• Safeguard ReachOut’s young people, exercise and promote best practice when working with young people in a safeguarding context
• Carry out administration for all projects in your remit
• Provide cover for delivery of projects where required
• Support the Volunteer Team with recruitment, screening, induction and development of volunteer mentors through referencing, DBS checking, training and ongoing support.
• Assist in developing the ReachOut curriculum and all project resources
• Support the Project Manager with expanding ReachOut into new schools
• Project Officers also share the co-ordination of other project-related activities, for example:
  • Recruitment and training of Project Leaders
  • Management of extra-curricular delivery staff e.g. sports/drama coaches
  • Facilitating Workplace Experience Visits
  • Event management
  • ReachOut Voice – ReachOut’s own youth-council
• Represent ReachOut in line with our values and mission in all stakeholder communication and at external events
• Follow ReachOut’s policies and procedures
• Carry out any other duties as required by ReachOut and to act in a manner that is in keeping with ReachOut’s values

 Person Specification

• Belief in ReachOut’s mission and passionate about our character building agenda
• Experience in planning and delivering activities with groups of young people in the range of 9-16 years’ old
• Experience of supporting young people with a range of needs e.g. challenging behaviour, S.E.N, low academic attainment and/or confidence
• Understanding of the challenges and issues facing young people today
• Knowledge and understanding of good practice in a safeguarding context, following safeguarding policies and procedures
• Experience of managing full/part time staff and/or volunteers
• 1-2 years of experience of managing relationships with various stakeholders
• Proficient IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office programmes
• Effective teamwork skills
• Strong time-management skills
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally
• Proactive approach and able to use own initiative and creativity to find solutions to problems
• Ability to adapt in unpredictable circumstances and learn from challenging situations
• Can work flexible hours when necessary
• Willing to travel to various locations across the region to attend projects and events
• Willing to travel to other regional offices on occasion and stay overnight if required

We are recruiting for three Project Officers, two based in London and one in Manchester.

To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement, addressing each point of the person specification, clearly describing how your skills and experience makes you suitable for this role and provide evidence for each point.

Please include in your application which location you would like to be considered for.

The deadline for applications is Friday 25th June 2021 5pm.

Applications will be assessed as they come in and assessment centres will be held on a rolling basis. Once the position is filled the vacancy will be closed so applicants are advised to apply early.

Please note, if you are a successful candidate you will be required to undergo an enhanced criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. ReachOut will cover the cost of the check and guide you through the process. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

About us 

As an independent body serving the public, we uphold information rights for all. We do this by promoting openness in public bodies, as well as data privacy for individuals. As well as this, we oversee legislation that ensures people’s data is secure, accurate and robustly managed. 

About the role 

As a Procurement Officer you will develop the procurement function ensuring the delivery of all statutory obligations, internal objectives, ensuring compliance with relevant rules, regulations and legislation with the goal of achieving value for money. 

Reporting to the Group Manager Finance you will be responsible for leading, advising and managing on numerous ICO procurements. This will include regular reviews of existing ICO procurement policies to ensure they are compliant with changes to legislation and best practice as expected with the high standards required as a regulator. 

About you 

You will have relevant, up to date experience of working in a procurement and financial environment. This will include proven knowledge and experience of procurement processes, tools and techniques relating to best practice in procurement. 

You will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to negotiate and maintain good working relationships with key stakeholders.

Closing Date 

Applications must be submitted online  by 23:59 on Thursday 3 June 2021 via the ICO website.

Why work for us

We are proud to provide our people with a premium benefits package. We are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: 

• Flexible working hours, including flexi leave.
• Civil Service Pension arrangements.
• 25 days' paid holiday a year with options to buy, sell, and bank days. 
• Extra "privilege" days in addition to normal public holidays.
• Compressed working hours options.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities. 
• Health cash plan.
• Colleague assistance scheme.
• Access to many discounted products and services.
• Welfare and family-friendly policies.
• Staff medical scheme and eyesight testing. 

Our employees are currently working remotely in line with government guidelines. 

Please note if you are appointed to work with the ICO you will be required to complete security clearance processes. These include identity and qualification checks and a Basic Disclosure level check of unspent criminal convictions. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion 

The ICO is committed to promoting and enhancing equality, diversity and inclusion. We are focused on developing a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and together we are building an inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.

We are championing this through our Equality Diversity and Inclusion Board together with a number of staff networks. To find out more visit our Careers page on ico.jobs. 

We welcome and encourage applicants from all members of the community regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, marital status, pregnancy or any other personal circumstances. 

We are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment and selection processes are fair and inclusive and enable everyone to showcase their individual talents. Our HR team are happy to discuss any additional support you may need at any stage and will make reasonable adjustments according to your needs. Applicants with a disability are guaranteed an interview, if they meet the minimum criteria for the role. 

 At the ICO we support a number of flexible working arrangements and we are happy to discuss your personal needs or preferences during the recruitment process.