We’re seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, and reliable individual with project support experience to assist our Development Manager in delivering key projects. In this role, you’ll be integral in planning, coordinating, and monitoring initiatives that directly benefit those affected by CF.
If you thrive in a busy environment, have a strong command of Microsoft Office, and are passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you! Join our small, dynamic team and help us continue providing vital services to those in need.
JOB DESCRIPTION
OVERVIEW
The Leanne Fund SCIO is the leading Cystic Fibrosis (CF) charity in Scotland, dedicated to providing essential social, practical, emotional, and financial support to individuals and families affected by CF.
As part of our ongoing commitment, we continue to expand our services, working with 6national CF teams to bring support to CF patients across 12 NHS regions. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Project Support Officer (PSO) to join our team and support the Development Manager in delivering key projects that will help us continue to make a meaningful impact.
JOB SUMMARY
The successful candidate will play a key role in providing comprehensive project support, working closely with the project lead, NHS CF teams, and service users to ensure the successful delivery of projects. You will assist the Development Manager in delivering specific projects to a high standard, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Your responsibilities will include a wide range of tasks such as liaising with stakeholders, assisting with the planning and delivery of both ongoing and new projects, organising meetings, and maintaining up-to-date databases and contact information. This position will be based at The Leanne Fund office in Stornoway, with occasional mainland travel required for external meetings.
Project Support Officer
Location: Stornoway (some mainland travel)
Hours: 35 hours pw. Salary: £23,000 per annum
Reports to: Development Manager
KEY OBJECTIVES
To provide a high level of administrative and secretarial support to the Development Manager.
To support the Development Manager with the continued expansion and development of the Charity’s services.
To support the Development Manager with the implementation of the Charity’s strategic and operational plans.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
To deliver an excellent administrative function to ensure that The Leanne Fund’s projects are fully supported by an effective administrative process.
To respond to all project enquiries in a prompt, efficient and helpful manner and within the agreed timescales and service levels.
To process all administrative activities in a prompt, efficient and helpful manner and within the agreed timescales and service levels.
To collate information and data as required by the Development Manager or The Leanne Fund Board.
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIP BUILDING RESPONSIBILITIES
To organise, administer and support project meetings.
To act as the first point of contact for project enquiries.
To develop and maintain excellent relationships with Leanne Fund staff, volunteers, fundraisers and service users.
To develop and maintain excellent relationships with relevant suppliers.
To attend and contribute to Board meetings and team/event briefings, workshops and relevant training sessions as required.
To be an active and supportive member of the Project Team to develop a positive and supportive team and working environment.
FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING RESPONSIBILITIES
To ensure financial records and information are processed and maintained in accordance with The Leanne Fund’s defined policies, ensuring the correct recording on relevant databases.
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
To participate in training, knowledge and skills development as required.
To effectively support colleagues and volunteers.
To personally maintain and develop own performance and contribute to the wider organisation.
To provide support at Leanne Fund events as required which may involve weekend working.
OTHER DUTIES
Undertake any other task that is commensurate with the post as may be requested by the Development Manager or The Leanne Fund Board.
You may be required to provide support to and/or cover for activities delivered by the Development Manager or Leanne Fund Board.