Membership and Networks Coordinator

If you’re passionate about creating a supportive and resilient VCSE community and have a knack for fostering connections, we’ve got just the role for you.

Building connections and relationships is the foundation of a lot of Nova’s work. We’re a local charity that provides a range of services to support, grow and empower a vibrant Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector in Wakefield District, with everything from specialist advice to funding.

The Membership and Networks Coordinator is a brand new role in the Nova team, so there’s lots of room to get stuck in and make it your own. We’re a friendly bunch to work with (100% of staff said they enjoy working at Nova in our latest staff survey!) and you’ll get a range of brilliant benefits.

So, what does this role involve?

The Coordinator will be the go-to person for our members, helping to build strong networks, share best practices, and make sure everyone's voice is heard.

Here’s a quick insight into what the Coordinator will be busy with:

• Develop, manage, and support VCSE sector networks to ensure effective collaboration and communication.
• Represent the VCSE sector at meetings, forums, and events, advocating for its needs and interests.
• Develop and deliver training sessions, resources, and toolkits to enhance the skills and capabilities of network members.
• Work with colleagues to increase engagement and involvement within Nova’s membership.

What are we looking for in our new Membership and Networks Coordinator?

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Significant experience in the VCSE sector, with a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing VCSE organisations.
• Proven experience in network management, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate activities effectively
• Proven experience of building and maintaining effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.

Take a look at the Person Specification for more details and if you feel you are the right person, we’d encourage you to apply! We value personal qualities and experience as well as work experience.

What do we offer?

• 28 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
• Blended home and office working
• Flexible working hours
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Rewards Programme
• 5% salary contribution to a pension scheme
• A range of enhanced policies and practices to ensure a supportive and inclusive workplace
• Competitive salary and annual pay reviews

We’re an equal opportunities organisation and invite applications from all sections of the community. It’s important to us that everyone is welcomed and valued in our workplace, so we support staff and applicants in a number of ways.

Closing date: Wednesday 21 August at 12pm

Interview date: Tuesday 3 September and Wednesday 4 September

To apply on CharityJob, submit your CV and a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) describing how you meet the Person Specification for this role.