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Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Programmes Coordinator to oversee our Social Enterprise and Mens Shed Programmes. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing community-focused initiatives that promote social inclusion, health, and wellbeing. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead impactful projects within a supportive organisation committed to positive social change. The Programme Coordinator will work closely with diverse community groups, volunteers, and stakeholders to ensure the success and sustainability of our programmes.

Responsibilities

• To work with the Project Management Team and support the development of social enterprise and men’s shed programmes in Erne East, Clones and Belturbet.
• Securing participation of partners, target beneficiaries, venues, facilitators and associated supporting services including catering/hospitality/equipment, and materials etc.
• Undertake a scoping exercise of social enterprises in the geographical area and develop a social enterprise toolkit.
• Identifying project timelines including required key milestones, outputs and outcomes and reporting to Programme Manager as per SEUPB requirements.
• Collating relevant section 75 information, use of appropriate evaluation tools and mechanisms as required for Project evaluation.
• Uploading relevant activity information to JEMS and any other required databases taking into account GDPR.
• Development and management of programme budgets, financial reporting, procurement, invoice vouching in line with PeacePlus regulations.
• Contributing to annual and end of project reports for programmes.
• Provide regular project reports as required.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Hold a recognised qualification at diploma or degree level or at least 2 years relevant experience of community / voluntary sector work in a paid or voluntary role.
• Have experience in the delivery of projects, including working in a project which has a variety of stakeholders.
• Have an understanding of community development, community health and good relations and experience of the sector.
• A working knowledge and competency in Information Technology (IT) skills, with experience of using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Evidence of a range of essential communication skills both in person and online.
• The ability to work on own initiative as well as within a dynamic small team environment.
• Have a Full valid Driving Licence and access to a mode of transport that would enable you to perform the duties of this post.
• Have experience in the use of financial management systems.
• Have the ability to work on a flexible manner and a engage successfully as part of a team on behalf of the employing organisation.
• Willing to undergo an Access NI Check to obtain a Disclosure Certificate issued by AccessNI or Garda check.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge or experience of community development, working within a community development context and an understanding of social enterprises, and community, social issues and challenges within the geographical area of Fermanagh and Monaghan and Cavan.
• Experience of working with and reporting to a voluntary management committee.

Further Information

Location: Oak Healthy Living Centre The post is full-time (37.5 hours per week). Fixed Term contract until the end of June 2028. Recruitment package available (Job Description and Application form) via our website: https://www.oakhealthylivingcentre.com No CV's