Westway Trust is seeking a full-time Project Coordinator to coordinate projects that support the Trust’s position within the North Kensington community. You will be an experienced and enthusiastic Coordinator who will be committed to supporting and enhancing the lives of people in the local community.
Key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
To coordinate the delivery of Projects, starting first with the Money Club project. Plus other small project initiatives including providing administrative support to the Community Engagement team.
To coordinate with partner organisations the delivery of activities, workshops and events for the Project(s).
To support with collecting data, case studies and testimonials to measure the Project(s) impact and assess gaps in the project for development.
To coordinate volunteers and other forms of support that come through from partner organisations that may be required for the Project(s).
To support with ongoing outreach and communications efforts regarding the Project(s) and any other organisational projects and campaigns.
Assist with community events as required (occasional evening and weekend work will be required).
Perform basic financial activities.
Experience, knowledge and skills:
Minium of 4 years work experience including experience of coordinating projects.
A track record of working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders.
Experience of community engagement and an ability to work on your own initiative.
Ability to oversee and manage project contributors including staff, partners and volunteers.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to be flexible and adaptable in response to developing priorities.
Interpersonal skills for both workplace and external representation contexts, operating with enthusiasm, flexibility, energy and commitment.
Connection to or significant understanding of the local area and its social and cultural heritage would be highly desirable.
Community work experience is desirable.
Qualifications
Qualifications: A Level or equivalent.
Benefits of working with us:
Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington
Investor in People (IiP) employer
Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per year + statutory bank holidays
Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
Pension scheme
Life Assurance
Sick pay scheme
Season ticket / bicycle loan
Free eye test voucher
The application deadline is Sunday 29 September 2024 when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early. An early application is strongly recommended. Please apply directly from our website.