Programme Officer (Community Partnerships) - Belfast - ref. k78644315

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Hays are working with a non-departmental public body to recruit for a temporary Programme Officer (Community Partnership) to be responsible for the provision of development, support and guidance to company funded Community Partner organisations that deliver support and services.

• Work with community partners, stakeholders, and the voluntary sector to develop support services
• Assist partner organisations in preparing, implementing, and monitoring strategic and operational plans.
• Develop and engage in outcome-focused monitoring and evaluation systems to analyse the impact of support on health and wellbeing.
• Supervise staff, allocate work, and monitor performance.
• Prepare guidance notes and provide advice on managing grants.
• Update policies and procedures related to grant funding.
• Provide formal reports on outcomes achieved through development work.
• Identify training needs and assist in building capacity for quality services.
• Attend relevant committee and working group meetings.
• Ensure proper record keeping and database updates.
• Assist in developing and monitoring business plan targets and key performance indicators.
• Represent the organisation at public events and provide advice to senior management.
• Prepare reports, attend meetings, and represent the organisation in various activities.
• Be responsive and solution-focused to optimise project and program delivery.
• Uphold the organisation's reputation in external communications.
• Manage recruitment processes and supervision arrangements.
• Provide supervision and specialist training to staff.
• Lead and support team members, ensuring effective communication and smooth operations.
• Promote a culture of effective teamwork, continuous improvement, and innovation.

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 3 years’ experience of programme or project experience working within the community and voluntary sector.
• Practical experience of developing positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across the community and voluntary sector.
• Experience in staff management and/or co-ordinating team activities.
• Practical experience developing Monitoring and Evaluation frameworks and monitoring progress against key outcomes.
• Experience of analysing complex financial and non-financial information and producing recommendations to management.
• A current UK Driving License with access to a car.

Knowledge and understanding of working with government funded programmes.

• £17.88 per hour
• Temporary for 3 months with possible extension
• Hybrid working (Minimum 2 days in office)
• Belfast city centre location
• Full time hours (37 hours per week)

What you need to do now

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