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Job description

The Programme Co-Ordinator will be responsible for organising and promoting the identified health improvement initiatives at a local level. In particular, the Programme Co-Ordinator will be responsible for:- Undertaking work within the community to help promote health and well-being leading to health related improvements. Establishing links with existing agencies and networks and creating new networking opportunities, where appropriate

Responsibilities

• To effectively plan and deliver, in conjunction with the Management Committee and other appropriate agencies responsible for health promotion/improvement, a range of health improvement initiatives that meets the needs of local residents.
• To develop and implement a communication strategy to ensure that local residents are aware of and participate in the Programme.
• To develop effective working relationships with other key organisations in the implementation of the identified initiatives.
• To implement Neighbourhood Renewal Health Action Plan.
• To represent the Forum at relevant health related events.
• To provide a sign-posting service for local residents.
• To develop and implement strategies for inclusion of specific target groups within the community, for example elderly, young people, women, minority groups etc.
• To organise a range of health promotion events at a local level and inter-estates level.
• To administer and manage the Programme budget and source any additional funding that may be required for the effective delivery of the Programme.
• To effectively monitor and evaluate the Programme and identify an exit strategy.
• To produce regular updating reports, qualitative and quantitative analyses, and critical assessments.
• To provide an evaluation report each year along with recommendations for future actions and development.
• To undertake training as required by the Devenish Partnership Forum.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Candidates must have a third level qualification.
• 5 GSCE’s (C) or equivalent including Maths and English.
• Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years paid experience of working with community based organisations for example in a community development or in a health/social care role.
• Experience of working with community-based groups in developing, implementing and delivering health-related programmes.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience of managing a funded project, monitoring and evaluation of that project and reporting to funders.
• Experience of budgeting and budget control.
• Computer Literature- working knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, publisher and poster design.
• Ability to travel in accordance with the needs of the post.
• Ability to communicate effectively with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and work effectively as part of a team.
• Available to work evenings and work weekends when required.
• Flexibility in relation to working hours is essential.

Desirable Skills

• First aid qualification.
• Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Training.
• Experience of making funding applications.
• Experience of working in a health related field.
• Experience of delivering training in a health related field.

Further Information

The Appointment will be subject to:- Satisfactory references from two referees Access NI Check The appointee will be required to satisfactorily complete a 6 month probation period

Application Information

To apply, please email: devenishpartnership@hotmail.com for an Application Pack,