Dear Applicant

Job Vacancy – Project Coordinator

Thank you for your enquiry for the post of Project Coordinator with Govanhill Youth Project. Please find enclosed the application pack as requested.

Completed applications should be returned by Friday 24th February 2017. You will be notified of an interview date should your application to be shortlisted be successful.

We look forward to receiving your application. Please note that due to resources only successful applicants will be contacted.

If you have any queries regarding the post please email:

Yours sincerely

Colin Simpson

Chairperson

Enc: Job Decsription/Person Specification

Application Form

GOVANHILL YOUTH PROJECT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:Co-ordinator

Responsible to:Govanhill Youth Project Management Committee

Hours:25 per week (minimum of two evenings per week)

Salary:£24,681 (Pro Rata - £17,629 – 25 Hours)

Location:172 Butterbiggins Road

Govanhill

Glasgow

G42 7AL

Tel/Fax:0141 423 8793

E-Mail:

PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR WILL:

Offer effective supervision and support to all staff enabling them to work as a cohesive team.

Work with management committee to recruit staff as required to ensure the effective delivery of the project.

Conduct ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the project using such methods as recordings, preparing reports and attend meetings where appropriate. Project co-ordinator will also liaise with city council departments to ensure required monitoring and reporting is completed timeously and effectively.

Review the policies and procedures of the project to ensure they meet the continued needs of the project.

Research potential new funding streams and apply for further funding including grants and trusts to ensure the delivery of basic services and to help the project grow and develop.

Promote and develop collaborative/partnership work with relevant external organisations and agencies.

Assist local young people to identify issues affecting young people and devise strategies in conjunction with young people to address those issues.

Report effectively to the project Management Committee providing written reports and evaluation on the process of the project as requested by the Management Committee.

Undertake any other duties as directed by the Management Committee.

GOVANHILL YOUTH PROJECT

CO-ORDINATOR

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Category / Essential Criteria / Desirable Criteria
Experience / Minimum of 2 years prior experience of working in a similar role without direct supervision whilst managing a small team of staff.
Prior background experience and understanding of youth and family issues which contribute to social exclusion.
Must have prior experience of measuring and reporting on key performance indicators for services.
Prior experience of service development in relation to youth services. / A wide appreciation of the role undertaken by statutory and non- statutory agencies in tackling social exclusion.
Prior experience of strategic or service planning advantageous.
Skills and Abilities / Must be a good communicator, with both verbal and written communications skills of a consistently high standard.
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in promoting team working and cohesion.
Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Must be methodical and organised in approach to work.
Qualifications and knowledge / Able to demonstrate a high standard of literacy and numeracy skills.
Must be able to demonstrate an in depth knowledge of current social and economic issues as well as their impact on local communities.
Knowledge of child protection issues.
Awareness of youth work curriculum and group work approaches to learning
Must be willing to enhance own knowledge and undertake further training as necessary. / Possession of a relevant qualification for example Community Development, Sociology, Social Policy.
Personal Qualities / Must be able to maintain an objective and professional perspective at all times.
Must be able to effectively manage workload including that of others.
Must be able to produce work of a consistently high standard.
Must be flexible in approach to work.
Must be able to recognise personal/professional boundaries at all times.
Must be able to cope with and support service change.
Must be able to demonstrate leadership qualities.
Other Requirements / Must be IT Literate, skilled in the use of Microsoft Office.
Post may require some minimal out of hours working and limited travel from time to time.

Registered Charity No: SCO22154

Govanhill Youth Project

Application Form 172 Butterbiggins Road

Glasgow, G42 7AL

Tel: 0141 423 8793

Email:

A: POST APPLIED FOR
B PERSONAL DETAILS
Surname: / Title: (Mr/Mrs/Ms/Miss)
Forename: / Date Of Birth:
Address :
Post Code: / Do you hold a current driving licence: Yes / No
(For office use)
Telephone (Daytime)
Telephone (Evening)
National Insurance No.:
C SCHOOLEDUCATION
Duration : From: To:
D
Subject / Module Title / Grade /Examining Body
(e.g. Higher, Standard, Scotvec, Etc.) / Year / Awaiting Results
E FURTHER / VOCATIONAL / HIGHER EDUCATION
College/University / Dates
To From / Full Time /
Part Time / Qualification(s) obtained and Subject Studied / Date Awarded
F MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL INSTITUTES
Name of Institute / Current Status / Date Awarded
G PARTICULARS OF FORMAL TRAINING OR APPRENTICESHIP(S)
Date awarded
H EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT (Or most recent employment)
Name & Address / Position Held / From To:
Employment Location (if Different from above) / Salary/Wage Grade
Per *week/month/year / Additional Supplement/Bonus Etc.
Notice Required ……..

Your employer will not be contacted prior to interview

PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT
(Give details of all previous employment starting with most recent and include periods of unemployment and relevant vocational/voluntary work)
Employers Name & Address / Position Held / Salary/Grade
(if applicable) / Date
From: To: / Reason for Leaving
I REFEREES
Please give Name, Address and Occupation of 2 referees, one of whom should know you in a work capacity if previously employed
Name & Address / Occupation
Name & Address / Occupation
J
State how your experience, skills and training both inside and outside work make your application for this post particularly relevant.

(If you continue on a separate piece of paper please remember to include your name and post applied for)

Govanhill Youth Project is an Equal Opportunities Employer

K HEALTH
(1) How many periods of absence have you had as a result of illness during the past 2 years?
(2) Have you been absent through illness for more that 2 consecutive weeks during the past 2 years?
(3) Are you aware of any medical conditions that could affect your performance at work?
If you answered yes to questions (2) or (3) please supply brief details
L DISABILITY
If you are registered disabled please quote RDP No.
Please state nature of disability:
If you consider yourself to be disabled (whether registered or not) and you are selected for interview, are there any facilities that may assist you at interview (e.g. interpreter for the deaf)
M DECLARATION
I certify that all information contained in this form is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I realise that false information or omissions may lead to dismissal without notice.
Signature: ………………………………………….. Date ………………………………
(Print Name)…………………………………………..
Data Protection Act 1998
The information provided by you on this form and any supplementary forms will be used to assist with the process of recruitment in accordance with Govanhill Youth Projects Recruitment and Selection Policy.
If you are successful in your application, the information provided will be used for personnel records and payroll purposes.
By signing this declaration, it is understood that you consent to the use of your personal information for the above purposes and in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.
Signature: ………………………………………….. Date ………………………………
(Print Name)…………………………………………..