The Charity
Space2Create is a charity that works with vulnerable adults suffering with a variety of physical, mental and social issues in the South Lakes. The charity uses many forms of creative activity to support individuals in a group social environment.
The Position
We're looking for a dedicated and proactive General Manager to join our growing organisation. This is an opportunity for a highly organised individual to help us raise the bar in how our organisation can help vulnerable people in Kendal and the surrounding area.
This is a part time self employed contract, 15 hrs per week @ £25 per hour. The contract will initially be for six months. Ideally your week will cover five mornings, 0900-1200, but these timings can be negotiated.
Skills & Responsibilities
- Must have solid experience of running third sector projects, you will have a demonstrated track record in the effective running of a busy charity at a high level.
- You will have line managed individuals and groups of staff and volunteers across different working groups.
- Working closely with our Management Committee, you will help to ensure their monthly task lists will be actioned in a timely manner, liaising with our staff, volunteers and third parties to help deliver the very best experience to our participants.
- Where possible, you will attend monthly Management Committee meetings, and other crucial S2C meetings.
- Responsible for ensuring our policies & procedures are up to date and in accordance with the requirements expected of a growing third sector organisation.
- Reliable and adaptable, able to work effectively in changing priorities and circumstances, if needed.
- Effective management of resources.
- Able to source, set up and implement external training sessions and courses for our staff and volunteers from third party organisations and individuals.
- Oversee S2C funding bids with Management committee and fundraising volunteer.
- You will work with our finance team, assisting the Finance Volunteer and Admin with online banking and day to day financial recording.
Closing Date: Friday 16th May 2025
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