As an Area Manager you will be responsible for the overall management of a group of St John Ambulance units. You will support Unit Managers as they run their units, ensuring they have the support they need run units that fulfill our aims. What difference will you make? As an Area Manager, you will lead a team of Unit Managers to build and support a vibrant network of volunteers across your area. Working alongside your functional colleagues and other peers, you will ensure a positive and rewarding volunteer experience and drive the district forward to make a greater impact in your local community and beyond. What are we looking for? Management experience - Ability to motivate, inspire and support others - Ability to build relationships with a wide range of people Leadership and people management skills - Ability to work proactively and on own initiative - Ability to delegate and prioritise effectively Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing - Enthusiasm for the work of St John Ambulance and ability to model our values Comfortable with Microsoft Office applications What will you be doing? What would you be responsible for? - Building a positive volunteering culture by engaging, motivating, and supporting volunteers in your area - Working actively as a member of the District Leadership team to develop and deliver the District Plan Recruiting, managing, and developing a team of Unit Managers to run effective units engaged in a variety of activities - Working with community stakeholders and external partners to build community resilience Liaising with functional colleagues to support delivery and build relationship with Unit Leadership Teams