Job Description

Job Overview

Lifestart Foundation Executive Officer

The Lifestart Foundation is seeking an Executive Officer to manage the Lifestart Foundation's Northern Ireland Office. The successful candidate will be expected to become familiar with the Foundation's mission, goals and objectives, finances, challenges and opportunities and give direction and leadership in the implementation of the Board of Director's strategy and objectives.

Salary:

27,000 per annum for a 24-hour working week

Closing date: 5.00pm Friday 31st October 2025

Further information, personnel specification and application form may be obtained by emailing:

Dr Pauline McClenaghan pauline@lifestartfoundation.org

Lifestart Foundation Ltd, 5 Springrowth House, Balliniska Road, Springtown Industrial Estate, Derry/Londonderry, BT48 0GG.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Responsible to:

Council/Board of Directors

Responsible for:

The consistent achievement of the Lifestart Foundation's mission and objectives.

Job Summary:

To implement the Foundation's mission, strategic goals and objectives and to manage, coordinate and oversee Lifestart programme delivery, grant-aided projects and other contracts in Northern Ireland.

Key Areas/Tasks:

General Responsibilities

Support the Lifestart Council in the management of Lifestart licensing agreements

Manage and coordinate the delivery of the Growing Child programme, home visiting service and grant-aided projects and contracts in Northern Ireland

Ensure that the charity meets all it legal, financial and reporting responsibilities.

Ensure that Lifestart Quality Standards are maintained

Carry out plans and policies authorised by the Lifestart Council and execute its decisions

Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field of parenting and child development.

Finance/Sustainability

Ensure that adequate finance is in place to achieve Lifestart's aims and objectives and that the organisation operates within budget guidelines Explore funding opportunities and complete funding applications with the aim of ensuring organisational sustainability Maintain full awareness of the financial and accounting records of the organisation, ensure their accuracy and present quarterly financial reports to the Lifestart Council Oversee the provision of information to the accountant for the annual accounts

Human Resources

Ensure that sound human resource practices are in place compliant with current laws and regulations and that regular performance appraisals are held Co-ordinate and supervise employees and maintain a competent and effective team Ensure that relevant and effective training programmes are planned and delivered to staff
Public Relations/Marketing

Promote the Lifestart Ethos positively and represent the Lifestart point of view to agencies, organisations and the general public Network with and establish sound working relationships and partnerships with relevant external agencies and other organisations
Service Delivery

Oversee the management of Lifestart licence agreements, contracts and funded projects in Northern Ireland Ensure that financial, training and quality assurance systems and procedures are in place to ensure that high standards and fidelity are maintained in programme and service delivery Report appropriately on service and programme delivery to funders
Policy

Regularly review and update internal policies and develop new policies when required

Ensure that policies are implemented
Evaluation/Impact Measurement

Compile appropriate data reflecting programme and service outcomes and impact
Miscellaneous

Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Council/Board of Directors.

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Personnel Specification

EXECUTIVE OFFICER

The person appointed should have:

Essential:

1. An Honours Degree or Equivalent in a relevant discipline and at least 5 years post-qualification experience.

2. Evidence of a commitment to Continuing Professional Development

3. A proven track record in organisational management with a demonstrated ability to think and plan strategically.

4. Have experience in:

o Project Management

o Staff Training

o Team Building and staff supervision

o Promoting an organisation

o Networking

o Funding Applications and report writing

o Financial Management

5. Have IT Skills e.g. (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and familiarity with the Internet for business use and social media for marketing and promotions purposes)

6. Have multi-tasking, time management, negotiation and excellent communication skills

7. Have a full driving licence and use of a car for work purposes.

Desirable

1. A post graduate qualification in a relevant discipline

2. Experience in designing and/or delivering family support programmes

3. A good appreciation of social diversity and cultural differences

Personal Skills

Energetic, efficient, resourceful and flexible

A team player

Positive, diplomatic and personable

A dedicated self-starter

Ability to work under pressure/to deadlines

A proactive and creative problem solver

Organised with attention to detail

Act as an advocate and represent the organisation's work and values

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person