Job Title / Grade / Division / Section
Impact Project Manager / N/A / New Leaf / Cheshire Community
NOTE TO APPLICANTS:
Whilst all points on the specification are important, those marked ‘E’ (essential) are the key requirements. You should pay particular attention to these points and provide evidence of meeting them. Failure to do so may mean that you will not be invited for interview.
CATEGORY / REQUIREMENTS / METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
EXPERIENCE / Experience of managing or supervising staff / E I/A
Thorough and applied knowledge of support and mentoring management techniques including understanding the needs of a range of client groups and how these can be met. / E I/A
Experience of working with young people / D I/A
Working knowledge of customer involvement, customer care and quality standards. / E A
Experience of networking and liaison with a range of statutory and voluntary agencies. / E A
Liaise effectively and build positive relationships with other professionals. / E A
Networking and developing working relationships with external agencies / E A
Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal. / E I/A
Experience of managing a team including volunteers. / D I/A
Effective communication. / E I/A
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE / Ability to develop and motivate a staff team. / E A/I
Working knowledge of the current trends, key developments and legislation regarding Welfare Reform and other relevant policies / E A/I
Ability to set targets, review performance and respond to new initiatives or legislation. / E A/I
Knowledge and understanding of the barriers young people face. / E A/I
Ability to liaise and network effectively with a range of external agencies. / E A/I
Ability to think clearly and act appropriately in stressful situations. / E A/I
Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety. / D I
Knowledge of associated issues, i.e. mental health, poverty, dependency etc. / D A/I
Build strong helping relationships without encouraging dependency. / E A/I
Self-motivation, initiative and flexibility. / E I
Ability to communicate clearly with staff and clients, verbally and I writing including maintaining accurate records. / E A/I
Computer literate in respect of MS Office – Word, Excel, and other applications. / E A/I
Ability to work on own initiative and effectively as part of a team. / E A/I
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS / Relevant mentoring or support qualification. / D A/QC
Relevant management qualification or experience. / E A/I/QC
OTHER REQUIREMENTS / High level of commitment and enthusiasm for further success of the company. / E I
Commitment to Equality and Diversity, Customer Care and the delivery of quality services. / E I
Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding. / E I
Knowledge of addiction and recovery based interventions. / D A/I
Attend all meetings as required. / E I
Ability to be flexible in hours worked, providing cover for colleagues during periods of sickness and holiday including bank holidays and weekends. / E I
Possession of full current driving licence and business insurance. / D A/QC
REVIEW ARRANGEMENTS:
The details contained in this Person Specification reflect the requirements of the job at the date it was prepared. However, it is inevitable that over time, the nature of the job may change and with that the person specification may alter. Existing skills may no longer be required and other skills may be required without changing the general nature of the post or the level of responsibility entailed. Consequently we will expect to revise this Person Specification from time to time and will consult with the post holder at the appropriate time.
FUNDING ARRANGEMENTS:
This position is funded through Building Better Opportunities (BBO) - New Leaf Project by the Big Lottery and the European Social Fund.
Date Person Specification Prepared: / 09/05/2018
Prepared By: / Stacey Garvin
E – Essential CriteriaD – Desirable Criteria
METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
A = APPLICATION FORMQC = QUALIFICATION CHECK
I = INTERVIEW
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