Job Description

Seaham Youth & Community Centre are seeking a dynamic and experienced Centre Manager to oversee the daily operations of our centre, develop the business of the charity, enhance relationships with existing and potential service users, funding providers and partner organisations, and develop robust bids to secure funding for the future of the Centre. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a passion for fostering a positive environment.

Main Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the Business Plan for SYCC.

Maintain a cycle of business development activities, including identification of potential service users.

Develop robust bids to secure funding for the future of SYCC.

Strengthen the processes, procedures and systems currently in place to improve the quality and speed of preparing funding bids.

Manage budgets, finances and reporting for the Centre.

Produce quality and focussed marketing materials and communications to promote SYCC.

Maintain and update SYCC information technology and social media.

Cultivate and manage relationships with existing and potential service users, funding providers, local authorities/services, local businesses and partner organisations.

Support the development and implementation of activities and programmes for service users, working collaboratively with volunteers and staff.

Organise and implement a service user and partner care programme, including satisfaction surveys and event/session feedback surveys.

Conduct reviews of projects, ensuring that feedback and learning is appropriately disseminated and actioned.

Manage staff and volunteers.

Oversee the safe daily operations and security of SYCC.

Experience:

Business development skills.

Searching for, completing and securing funding bids.

Communicating with groups and individuals (funders, service users, trustees, volunteers etc.).

Experience of managing people and applying relevant policies and procedures.

Desirable experience includes planning, managing and facilitating events, marketing and experience of working in a community centre or charitable organisation.

Skills & personal attributes:

Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people and build trusting relationships.

Strong organisational skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Proficiency in using IT and social media to promote the Centre and engage with stakeholders.

Basic financial management skills, including budgeting and financial reporting.

Able to use initiative to analyse information, solve general queries and respond to unexpected events or conflict.

Personal motivation and commitment to community aims and a proactive approach to identifying and supporting community needs.

A friendly, approachable, resilient and passionate individual who is committed to making a positive impact on people's lives.

Capable of motivating and managing others.

Willingness to work flexibly, including some weekends and evenings.

Please email Office@seahamyouthcentre.co.uk to request an application form

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 29,822.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person