We are looking for an experienced individual to manage administrative functions necessary to support our work. You will have strong skills and experience in database management and be proficient in the use of IT to support the smooth running of a small office. You will be well-organised, detail orientated, and enjoy being part of a small team.
Contract Duration: One year with a 3-month probationary period and possibility of extension subject to funding.
Working Pattern: Part time (35.5 hours a month) A minimum of 3 hours are required to be worked in the office on Wednesday mornings. The rest of the hours can be worked remotely/flexibly in discussion with the Coordinator.
Location: Inverness and working remotely
Salary: £24,000-£26,000 per annum pro rata, depending on experience
Please note: we are also recruiting for an Finance Officer on HiJobs. The two roles can be combined for the right candidate and we will accept one application. More details can be found in the application pack on our website.
ABOUT HIGHLAND ONE WORLD
Highland One World is a small educational charity based in Inverness which exists to promote social justice and sustainability through Global Citizenship Education. We work with educators to support children and young people to develop the knowledge, skills and values they need to contribute to a more just, peaceful and sustainable world. We do this through the delivery of training and events, and the development of resources.
The organisation is managed by a Board of Trustees and a small team of staff led by the HOW Coordinator. The staff team lead on different areas of work but also offer support to each other as our activities require.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To provide administrative support for Highland One World, its Trustees and a small staff team of 3 to support the effective day-to-day running of the organisation and delivery of its projects.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
* Ensure the secure and effective organisation and storage of all administrative documentation relating to HOW and its projects, and in compliance with GDPR regulations
* Perform administrative tasks associated with the day-to-day running of the organisation including ordering, making online payments, coding and scanning invoices, updating documents, responding to emails, occasional note-taking at meetings and other adhoc tasks
* Support the maintenance and development of the HOW and Signposts resource libraries – including but not limited to, database and resource loan management and occasional website updates
* Provide occasional administrative support to the Trustees, including setting up meetings, distributing agendas, taking minutes and managing other board-related documentation.
* Manage and update databases with required project information where required, ensuring that data reporting requirements for projects are fulfilled in a timely manner
* Provide administrative support to the team for project activities/events where required
* Attend occasional online meetings with administration staff from the other Development Education Centres in Scotland when required
* Be an active member of the HOW team, demonstrating a willingness to support the team when needed, attending team meetings, occasional events and away days as required.