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ASSISTANT MANAGER, BARNES CLOSE
Background - The Community for Reconciliation (CfR) is a Christian charity committed to working and praying for reconciliation. This post is a residential post with suitable accommodation provided.
Person Specification
CfR is seeking a person who
• is self-motivated
• works well on their own and as part of a team
• has good interpersonal skills
• is able to communicate well orally and in writing
• is flexible about working times and arrangements
• is friendly and hospitable
• is computer literate
For a full job description click here
Remuneration
The Assistant Manager is provided with a package that includes a two roomed attic flat in the Conference Centre, food and £600 per month. It is a requirement of the post that the Assistant Manager lives onsite
Deadline for applications: Tuesday 28 February 2012.
Contact: Please contact Ian Ring at cfrenquiry@aol.com if you are interested in applying for this post. Community for Reconciliation, Barnes Close, Chadwich, Bromsgrove, B61 0RA.
Tel: 01562 710231 Fax: 01562 710278 www.cfrbarnesclose.co.uk
ADMINISTRATION POSTS – 2 POSITIONS
Springdale College: Together in Mission are looking for two new members of staff to join their busy admin team in their Bournville offfice. The rate of pay for both posts is £14625 pro rata (£7.50 per hour).
Please download job descriptions and personal specifications from the College website http://springdalecollege.org.uk/ for more information and details on applying.
Application deadline is 29 FEBRUARY 2012
Formal applications need to be sent by 29th February 2012 to Rachel Renfrew: Rachel@sdcol.org.uk or by post to Springdale College, Rowheath Pavilion, Heath Road, Bournville, Birmingham, B30 1HH.
VOLUNTEERING OPERATIONS COORDINATOR - Church Urban Fund
Reports to: Director of Development & Fundraising
Location: Negotiable; the offices of Church Urban Fund (currently Church House, Great Smith Street, London SW1P 3AZ)
Hours: 21 hours/week. Salary: £16,800 p.a. (£28K FTE) plus pension contribution
See the job description for more details
FAITH DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
£20,858 – £24,646 per annum - 12 month fixed term contract
The post will support Walsall Councils delivery on improving integration through the development of Walsall Multi Faith Forum and umbrella organisations that are part of the forum.
The role will involve developing the capacity of, and involvement of partners with, the Multi Faith Forum and umbrella faith organisations to ensure the delivery of an agreed action plan which the successful candidate will develop.
The successful candidate will be experienced in, and highly skilled in, organisational development to facilitate change; delivery and design of effective systems; partnership building across the voluntary and statutory sectors and effective service delivery. Additionally the successful candidate must have vast experience of attracting substantial funding to voluntary sector organisations.
For an informal discussion about the post please call Nigel Rowe on 01922 652056 or email rowen@walsall.gov.uk. Vacancy ref: NS30111
Interviews will be held in early/mid March
Closing date Monday 27 February 2012
CHIEF EXECUTIVE FOR FRONTIER YOUTH TRUST We are looking to recruit a CEO to take forward the work at an exciting stage in FYT’s development. You will need to be a practising Christian and committed to working with marginalised young people as an expression of God’s concern for the marginalised. See http://www.jobsearchmonitor.co.uk/jobs/job/chief-executive-0 for more details.
For an application form and further details contact: Leanne Youngson, Frontier Youth Trust (S15b), St. George’s Community Hub, Great Hampton Row, Newtown, Birmingham B19 3JG or email frontier@fyt.org.uk
Closing date: 1st March
WANTED VOLUNTEERS FOR ST. MARTIN’S YOUTH CENTRE
We are now recruiting new volunteers to join our team of youth workers. As a volunteer you would help us to deliver high quality youth projects to young people in Highgate. Volunteering is a great way to give to the community, support young people as they make the transition into adulthood and develop your skills base.
The majority of our work takes place on weekday evening. However we are also looking to put together a team of volunteers to support our delivery of afternoon and after school work.
Also we are looking for someone who will assist with the registering of items for sale on eBay, if necessary research the item first, photograph the item and accurately describe it. Securely package and arrange postage or co-ordinate pick-up of items sold.
Experience of IT essential. Good telephone manner necessary. Ability to use internet for research purposes. Attention to detail important. Accuracy and reliability essential.
If interested in our volunteer opportunities please ring 0121 622 2005, email ann.strach@stmartinsyouthcentre.org.uk or visit our web site for an application form www.stmartinsyouthcentre.org.uk/p/volunteers-jobs
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY WITH CARRS LANE FAIR TRADE
In view of the fact that Shared Earth has closed its Birmingham shop, we are hoping to open on Saturdays in addition to our present opening times which are Tuesday through to Friday all year round plus Saturdays in November and December only.
If you could spare a few hours (10.00 – 3.00) on a Saturday regularly, please contact Joan Davies at Carrs Lane Church Centre on 0121 643 6151 for details.
We would love to hear from you!
SECRETARY TO BIRMINGHAM COUNCIL OF FAITHS
The BCF (Birmingham Council of Faiths) are seeking a responsible person to work in a voluntary (unpaid) capacity as Secretary. The postholder should be from one of the 10 mainstream faiths recognised by BCF and able to work on his/her own. The work mainly involves receiving and responding to postal enquiries and collating and distributing papers for monthly Executive meetings, which can usually be contained within a day per week. The office is located in Digbeth, but much of the work can be dealt with electronically from home if preferred. Job description and further details can be obtained from the Chair, Dr Peter Rookes at pjrookes@gmail.com
477 2282.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Karis Neighbour Scheme is looking for a Volunteer Practical Work Co-ordinator.
Are you handy with a paintbrush, nimble with a garden strimmer, able to organise others and passionate about supporting people in need of a helping hand?
If so, then read on as this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for…
Karis Neighbour Scheme offers practical support, friendship and advocacy in Ladywood and the surrounding area through volunteers and we are looking for someone skilled in DIY, painting & decorating, and gardening to join our team and co-ordinate all aspects of our practical work in the community
You will take responsibility for assessing, planning and carrying out each practical job, organising, motivating and supervising other volunteers, keeping accurate records, and maintenance of tools and equipment
This post is voluntary although expenses will be covered. It would be desirable for the post holder to have a full, clean UK driving licence and be willing to drive our van
For more information about this post please contact Linden Sanders on (0121) 456 3212 / manager@karisneighbourscheme.org
To find out more about us and what we do please visit our website www.karisneighbourscheme.org
FIRE CHAPLAIN VOLUNTEERS
A Fire Station chaplain is there to build relationships with all the staff on station; to be able to chat about ordinary things but also to go deeper when people face particular challenges. Might you be interested? Contact Barbara Hayes – cigb@birminghham.anglican.org Tel 0121 426 0426
