Based on Teesside. Two year fixed-term contract, initially.
Salary £32,000 per annum, based on a 40-hour week.
23 days annual leave (rising to 28 days after five years) plus public holidays.
5% employers pension contribution.
Open Country is an inspirational Yorkshire-based charity with operational Hubs in Harrogate and Wakefield. We seek to enable people with a disability to access and enjoy the countryside. We achieve this through a programme of countryside activities and the provision of access information and advice.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the setting up and day-to-day running of our new third Hub on Teesside, including eventual line management responsibility. You would work at the heart of this dynamic charity, within a small, professional and above all, friendly team.
There will be certain events or activities which will require you to work at weekends or evenings. A full driving licence is essential.
The successful candidate will require previous experience in a countryside role. They should be inspiring, self-reliant, and resilient and have excellent verbal, written, social media and people skills.
Successful candidates will receive a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
To apply, send a detailed covering letter and your CV to chiefofficer@opencountry.org.uk.
Closing Date: 25th November 2024
Interviews: w/c 2nd December 2024
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Day-to-day running and development of the Teesside Hub.
* Line management responsibilities for Teesside Hub staff, subject to future funding.
* Co-ordinate Teesside Hub volunteer recruitment, training and resourcing.
* Publicise and promote the Teesside Hub. Liaise with stakeholders.
* In partnership with the Open Country fundraising team, work to ensure the long-term future of the Hub through contributing to fundraising.
* Produce an interesting and enjoyable programme of Countryside Activities.
* Co-ordinate and lead at least two weekday activities per week.
* Lead up to two weekend activities each month.
* Undertake general Teesside Hub administrative tasks.
* Undertake training as required.
* Abide by all our policies, paying particular attention to Health & Safety.
* Undertake whatever duties are allocated by the Trustees and Chief Officer, to ensure that Open Country offers a high quality and caring service at all times.
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