Operations and People Co-ordinator

We’re looking for an exceptionally organised ‘people person’ to join our amazing team in a brand new ‘enabling role’ - making it possible for our team to thrive, learn and progress.

You will be responsible for creating a nourishing working environment, maintaining our operational systems and adapting governance - ensuring we’re working smoothly, safely and creatively. Caring for and energising others must be a key driver for you. You must be generous with your time and understanding of the complex and demanding working conditions that community based, social justice work demands of our team.

This is a massive opportunity to transform the lives of young people, accelerate our commitment to shifting power within our organisation, and to driving long-term systemic change.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

ESSENTIAL

• You are a brilliant communicator and have the ability to build strong, trusted relationships with anyone and everyone.
• You hold exceptional organisational skills, including the ability to work in a fast based, unpredictable environment, multi-task effectively and meet tight deadlines.
• You have a strong grasp of managing internal systems and services and are knowledgeable about the role of new technologies in aiding efficiency.
• You are confident in producing/managing complex projects and buildings, ensuring compliance with a broad range of policies, procedures and controls.
• You have experience of coordinating teams/groups of people, and can talk about the ways in which you chose to approach this.
• You have knowledge of financial management and reporting and feel confident in how to act on key operational policies and procedures including HR and GDPR. 

DESIRABLE

• An understanding of how charities are required to govern and organise, including grant management and impact reporting.
• You know what is required to work effectively in/or with small, independent organisations at a community level.
• Lived experience and knowledge of the issues facing the communities supported by Art Against Knives. 

BENEFITS

• 28 days paid annual leave per year, excluding bank holidays.
• 2 paid ‘Celebration days’ a year to be taken at any point in the calendar year.
• Access to staff wellbeing and away days throughout the year A £500 annual training budget and 2 hours a month ringfenced for a wellbeing activity of your choice.
• Access to regular internal learning and reflective spaces, including training via our own workforce and external partners.
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme including access to 24/7 helpline, counselling and home & work life assistance.
• Up to 3% contribution to your pension.
• A workplace culture that invests and cares for our staff which is reflected in our policies
• Access to events and networks via our relationships with progressive partners across the sector and the creative industries.  

The closing date for this role is 6pm on Friday 3rd Janauary 2025.

For more information please download our recruitment pack which can be found via our website under the 'Work for Us' section.

We can only consider candidates who have the right to work in the UK and you must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.