Volunteering Project Officer
Are you passionate about making a difference and skilled at bringing volunteer projects to life? Join us as a Volunteer Project Officer at the MND Association on a 12-month Fixed Term contract and help shape the future of our volunteer initiatives.
Directorate Engagement Location Northampton Map Location NN3 6BJ Salary £32,500 per annum plus benefits Contract Type Fixed Term Contract If Fixed Term, length of contract in months 12 months Hours 37 hours per week Closing Date 27/08/2024 Documents
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As a Volunteer Project Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing our volunteering opportunities, ensuring that our diverse range of volunteers have a rewarding experience. You will develop and deliver projects from start to finish to ensure that the efforts of our volunteers have a meaningful impact on people living with and affected by Motor Neurone Disease.
Your responsibilities will include planning, coordinating, and delivering volunteer projects that align with our organisational goals. You’ll collaborate with internal teams to gather project requirements, develop helpful project plans, and carry out the work to successfully deliver the projects. Throughout the project lifecycle, you'll keep volunteers, employees, and other stakeholders informed and engaged, ensuring transparency and a shared sense of purpose.
Beyond project delivery, you’ll develop strong relationships with external partners, bringing together the right people and resources to advance our volunteering initiatives at both local and national levels.
You’ll also take charge of monitoring and evaluating the impact of our volunteer projects. By implementing effective systems, gathering feedback, and identifying areas for improvement, you’ll help us continually refine our approach to volunteer involvement. Regular reporting on project outcomes will keep our stakeholders informed and highlight the difference your work is making.
If you're someone who thrives on driving positive change and enjoys working in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to make a real difference in the lives of those living with MND. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team.
Salary : £32,500 per annum plus benefits
Location: Northampton office (Moulton Park) with hybrid working
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: 12-month Fixed Term Contract
Hybrid Working Expectations: 1 day per week office attendance
(Flexibility to attend the office more regularly on occasion may be required to meet business
We understand the importance of work-life balance and are committed to supporting our employees' needs. We are open to part-timeapplications and job shares. If you are looking for flexibility, please clearly indicate your preferred working arrangement in your supporting statement.
Interviews will take place the week commencing 2nd September.
What are we looking for?
An individual with experience working on people focused projects who can bring our volunteer projects to life. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential, as you’ll be working closely with a variety of stakeholders, including volunteers, employees, and external partners.
You should be highly organised, able to manage your time effectively, and comfortable working collaboratively with teams across the organisation. Experience in building and maintaining positive relationships is key, as is the ability to solve problems creatively and adapt to changing project needs.
Above all, you should share our commitment to the values of the MND Association and be motivated to make a meaningful impact.
For full role responsibilities please view the job description located within the Candidate Pack.
Our Benefits
3. 28 days holiday, rising to 33 days after 5 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays
4. Access to UK Healthcare which includes reimbursement for dental appointments, eyecare, Health & Wellbeing screening and therapies
5. Access to a 24/7 phone and video GP Service
6. Life assurance
7. Confidential counselling helplines
8. Salary sacrifice schemes to include: Cycle to work & Buy and sell annual leave
9. BenefitHub which offers lifestyle discounts and offers on everyday shopping
10. Enhanced pension scheme
11. Opportunities for training and personal development
12. Hybrid working
How to apply
Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.
13. Experience in people focused project management.
14. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
15. Ability to engage effectively with diverse groups, including volunteers, staff, and external partners.
Where experience is asked for, please give one example showing what you did and what it achieved. Where we require evidence of ability, please explain either how you would approach that particular competence or give an example to support your suitability.
About Us
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
We are committed to equality and value diversity. We are working hard to remove perceived and actual barriers to participation for people with and affected by MND, current and future staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.
We guarantee interviews for disabled applicants that meet the requirements of the role as part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Adverts may be closed early, or interviews arranged once sufficient applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.
Sponsorship: If you require sponsorship for this role, you must clearly declare this with/on your application form so that we can consider whether you meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship, either as a skilled worker or new entrant.
Reasonable Adjustments and Alternative Applications: Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview please contact us for support.
To provide an inclusive application process, we are open to receiving alternative applications from candidates who may find it difficult to complete our online form.
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