ProjectOfficer(NCS)

Summary of your role:

You will work alongside and support the Project Manager (NCS) to help manage the programme, develop strong and meaningful partnerships with a range of stakeholders, and oversee the delivery in Watford, Three Rivers, Hillingdon, and Harrow.

You will help coordinate and implement the Trust’s NCS offer with the responsibility of the day-to-day running and delivery of the programme including residentials and key contractual components.

In addition, you will support the delivery of other learning and skills-based programmes whilst working closely with members of the team, to develop and run new projects, activities, and events, as and when appropriate.

Your key responsibilities, but not limited to:

• To help plan, organise and run aspects of NCS delivery.
• You will be responsible for the recruitment of young people to the NCS programme.
• You will be responsible for the planning and delivery of recruitment and ‘keeping warm’ activities in order to achieve high ‘turn up’ rates.
• You will be responsible for arranging and delivering exciting and challenging activities to engage young people throughout the programme.
• To help support a range of partners such as local and national charities, local volunteer centres and community groups through the running of social action projects, to maximise the impact of the NCS programme.
• To market and promote NCS within a variety of community settings including schools and colleges.
• Provide opportunities for participants to reflect and evaluate their experience and capture this evidence via reports, case studies and testimonies.
• Ensure that the Health and Safety, Safeguarding and other relevant policies are implemented and adhered to throughout the programme
• Undertake any other relevant duties related to the further development, promotion, and sustainability of the programme.

You must have:

• A proven track record of developing and managing projects in the public, private or voluntary sectors such as youth and community work, teaching, social work, or management.
• Experience of working with young people (16-25 years) and their families/guardians, particularly those young people identified as vulnerable or as having complex needs within a community setting.
• Experience of managing and overseeing matters of safeguarding including identification and reporting of child protection concerns, risk, and data management.
• Experience of working on own initiative to an agreed action plan and effectively monitoring service quality standards and performance.
• Experience of working in a multi-agency environment and the proven ability to develop effective working relationships with other professionals/organisations.
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate and demonstrate an equal opportunities perspective in all areas of work, including race, disability, sexual orientation, and gender.
• Experience of managing casual staff and/or volunteers.
• Proficient IT skills using Microsoft and data management systems, to write reports, case studies, presentations, and collection of data.
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.
• Have a flexible approach to work and be able to work unsociable hours (including evenings and weekends) and able to lead on residential programmes throughout the delivery seasons.

Ideally have:

• Experience of planning and delivering the National Citizen Service (NCS) or equivalent.

What is in it for you?

• Chance to join an award-winning charity and work alongside a high-quality delivery team, determined to use the positive power of sport, physical activity and learning for social good.
• Opportunity to benefit from a range of training and development opportunities.
• Free gym usage at our two Community Centres.
• Flexible working environment.
• 25 days of Annual Leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Trust pension scheme.

Equal Opportunities:

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more wide-ranging we are, the better our work will be.

We are committed to Safeguarding children and adults at risk. The necessary Disclosure and Barring Service check will apply to this post.

Application process

1. If you would like to work as the Project Officer (NCS), please download an application form located on this page.
2. Please send a completed application form and equal opportunities form to trustrecruitment@watfordfc.com. Ensure that in your application form you have referred to the ‘must have’ and ‘ideally have’ requirements for this role in the Supporting Statement section.
3. If you receive the opportunity for an interview, copies of all relevant qualifications, and a copy of your proof of right to work in the UK will be needed on the day.
4. If you require any further information please contact Karen Stephanou, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategic Lead, karen.stephanou@watfordfc.com