Credit unions in Britain have been in existence for well over 50 years. There have always been representative bodies in the sector throughout that period. ABCUL emerged from the former Credit Union League of Great Britain (CULGB) in 1984 and has always been the major credit union trade association representing the largest number of credit unions in England, Scotland and Wales.
We are now seeking to recruit a Project Manager to work on an Oral History Project that documents and catalogues the history and heritage of the credit union movement. The lottery funding for the project will be managed through the Credit Union Foundation which is a subsidiary company of ABCUL run as a charity to support the development of credit unions and their staff through grants, education and learning.
THE ROLE
The position will be based at ABCUL’s office in central Manchester but home working will be an option for some of the time particularly in light of the on-going COVID-19 situation. The role is a new role to the trade body and is therefore a start-up position which will require a clear understanding of the project along with the ability to engage external stakeholders and volunteers to ensure successful project delivery.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- Knowledge and understanding of the British credit union movement.
- Knowledge and understanding of oral history and public history.
- Experience of working with and supporting volunteers.
- Experience in management and evaluation of projects.
- Clear understanding of the expectations and needs of funders and partners in the delivery of a project.
- A commitment to understanding the needs of credit unions and stakeholders in the project in order to develop the project to maximise outcomes.
- Significant diplomacy and influencing skills sufficient to work with corporate partners within a democratic movement, with voluntary board members and Credit Union operational staff.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate clear and engaging information for a variety of audiences, including the media.
- Strong analytical, monitoring and evaluation skills.
- Excellent PC and keyboard skills sufficient to use a PC effectively on a daily basis to service themselves e.g. e-mail, Goldmine, Timesheet, Microsoft Office Software, internet, etc.
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the project, including some travel and weekends and evenings throughout the period as required.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative, multi-task & prioritise; a highly organised self- starter, with first class time-management skills to manage competing demands on workload.
- Bachelor's degree minimum
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Salary up to £35,000 per annum pro rata – 17.5 hours per week – 15 months fixed term contract
Pension – 6% employer contribution
ABCUL is a modern flexible and equal opportunities employer offering all its team excellent working conditions.
Location – Head Office based in Manchester. COVID-19 restriction and risk assessments will be factored into when the office facilities will be available. Home/remote working is likely to be the main focus for the initial period of the role.
The Association is looking for the successful candidate to start work in July or August 2020 however capability is more important than notice period.
Closing date 17th July 2020.
Shortlisting will take place on 20th July with virtual interviews being held on Friday 24th July 2020.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Manchester (preferred) or London. Staff are currently working remotely
Salary: Starting salary of £30,177 (2020 cost of living increase included)
Contract type: Fixed-term 12 months (Maternity cover)
Hours: 3 days per week
Benefits: 7.5% employer matched pension after probation; flexible working; 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays and Christmas break) increasing by one day per year worked, after 2 years of service; and generous staff development package
Reporting to: Head of Media
Application deadline: 23.59pm, 16th August 2020
Interviews: For successful applicants, interviews will be held week commencing 31st August
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In short you will be both a press officer and a media trainer.
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Youth Work Manager
We are seeking a capable and experienced Youth Work Manager to join our team.
This vacancy is for:
- 30 hours per week 12 months fixed term (with potential to extend the role, funding dependent)
- At a rate of £31,024.50 pro rata full time equivalent, plus pension contributions
You will be joining a caring and dedicated team, passionate about opportunities for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans inclusion and equality, and to safeguard all people we work with.
You will Manage the Youth Work Programme including a team of Coordinators who deliver youth groups across Greater Manchester and Cheshire; session youth workers; volunteers and placement students. The team also delivers outreach, detached work, projects, events and trips (including residential trips).
You will be responsible for programme management, health and safety, quality assurance and safeguarding for the youth work programmes and projects.
Due to the nature of the wide geography of this post, it is only suitable for someone who can drive and has a car.
Successful applicants will need to be legally allowed to work in the UK, will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check and will need to provide references.
The Proud Trust wants to draw from the widest possible talent pool and is always keen to receive applications from people from under-represented groups within the LGBT+, youth work and voluntary sector. These groups include but are not limited to Black people and other People of Colour; minoritised ethnicities; trans and non-binary people; LGB people; and those who consider themselves to have a disability.
Interview date for shortlisted candidates Tuesday 28th July between 9am and 5pm and will be done digitally. This will likely consist of a Strategic Panel and an Operational Panel, as well as practical exercises and a presentation. Young people will be involved in the process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As our Clinical Lead (Community), you will help us develop, manage and deliver our quality assured trauma-informed services to over 950 male (including trans and non-binary) survivors annually. You will help us ensure that the 2 - 3 new men that ask for help each day hear our voice and know we will help them develop their own healing journey; and you will play your part in our collective effort to #BreakTheSilence on the sexual abuse of boys and men.
Whilst you will lead our amazing team of Trauma-Informed Therapists, Independent Sexual Violence Advisors, and Group & Community Development Team; manage our community based services; you will also deliver trauma-informed talking therapy services to identifying male, trans and non-binary victims and survivors sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation.
You will be a qualified counsellor / psychotherapist who holds a Diploma in Counselling / Psychotherapy or equivalent and be registered with BACP or equivalent (preferably an accredited member). You will understand issues relating to sexual violence, particularly as experienced by males; have experience of working in a highly confidential setting and of managing workforce teams.
In return for your time, experience and commitment to the organisation, you will receive an annual salary of £33,000 – £37,000; 25 days annual leave (increasing annually by 1 day to max of 30 days) plus bank holidays; company sick pay; monthly clinical supervision; pension contribution; and a range of training opportunities.
If this is a role that you think you could achieve great things in, then we want to hear from you.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Love meeting new people and passionate about fundraising in a fast paced environment?
Join us! We are looking for a Fundraising Champion to join our expanding team here at Reuben’s Retreat.
This is an exciting new role and will be an amazing opportunity for the successful candidate with room for progression.
OVERVIEW
Reuben's Retreat was founded in August 2012 just 2 days after 23-month old Reuben moved to heaven. His legacy “Reuben's Retreat” will be a home from home for children with life-limiting or life-threatening illnesses to spend time with their family, to relax and recharge. It already serves as a bereavement counselling support centre for families that have lost a child and for parents whose children may not reach adulthood.
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
The postholder will be responsible for creating fundraising events/activities that have a positive impact on the income to the charity. In addition, the postholder will work closely with the Senior Fundraiser, Operations Manager and Chief Executive to achieve Reuben’s Retreat’s wider fundraising aims.
Job Specification & Person Spec are attached
All criteria is desirable, not essential, however we would expect your experience to meet a good proportion of these and have the ability to perform well in other areas quickly and efficiently.
You must hold a full UK Driving License and have access to a car.
To apply, please send:
– A copy of your CV with a covering letter (1000 words) explaining why you want the job and outlining how you meet the criteria for the role
– A personal statement (1000 words) with examples of how you meet our charity core values as outlined in the job specification
If you have any questions about this exciting role, please call 01457-680023 and ask for Stacey.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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CARERS MANCHESTER CONTACT POINT SUPPORT WORKER
Gaddum in partnership with Manchester Carers Forum, LMCP and Wai Yin Society have been successful in obtaining funding to deliver a first point of contact for Manchester carers.
Carers Manchester Contact Point (CMCP) will provide an initial point of contact for advice and support for Manchester Carers.
The service will be able to be accessed via a telephone helpline operating from 8.30 – 5.30 Monday to Friday and through a dedicated website, e-mail address and social media. The service will be based at Gaddum House and be delivered by a dedicated staff team with added value offered by Volunteers and Student Social Workers.
We are now looking to recruit a Support Worker, who will be employed by Wai Yin, and be a member of the core team delivering this new service
We believe the successful candidates will have:
- Experience of working within an advice and support service
- A clear understanding of the issues that face unpaid carers
- Excellent verbal and listening skills
- An ability to identify appropriate support for carers contacting the service
- A flexible approach to working hours
- Ability to communicate in fluent English and Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin)
To apply, please fill out the application form and demographic form below and return to the email address upon it.
Closing date:Noon, Monday 13 July
Provisional Interview Date - Monday 21 July 2020
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