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Forest Voluntary Action Forum (FVAF)
The Belle Vue Centre
Rheola House
4 Belle Vue Road
Cinderford
Gloucesteshire
GL14 2AB
Tel: 01594 822073
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For more information about the role contact Chris Brown on ceo@fvaf.org.uk
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Youth Association Manager
Cinderford
Contract Term: Permanent
Do you have the knowledge and experience to support the development of young people and youth organisations in the Forest of Dean?
Are you a positive, proactive person, with great people management skills?
We’re on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced youth professional to join us!
ABOUT US:
Forest Voluntary Action Forum (FVAF) is a support and development agency for voluntary activity and community action in the Forest of Dean.In 2019, the Forest of Dean Youth Association was created and has developed into the umbrella body for youth and community activity in the Forest of Dean.
THE ROLE:
It’s a very exciting time to join us! In June 2024 we, as part of the Gloucestershire Gateway Partnership, were awarded the universal youth support services contract for the Forest of Dean and Gloucester. An integral part of the FVAF Senior Management Team, you will manage the Youth Association Team and oversee the delivery of the universal youth support services contract in the Forest of Dean. This will include working closely with strategic partners and stakeholders to support valuable youth and community initiatives.
ABOUT YOU:
An experienced and dynamic strategic thinker, with the ability to inspire,earn trust and motivate others, you will have a proven track record in building positive and productive relationships with community organisations, professionals, colleagues, young people and families.Existing knowledge of the youth sector and young people in the Forest of Dean is essential, along with an understanding of the barriers that might prevent young people from engaging with their local community and vice versa.
A demanding but incredibly rewarding role we are looking for a creative thinker, with a person-centred approach to take the Forest Youth Association to the next level.
The ideal candidate will have:
- 2 or more years in a successful leadership or managerial role
- 3 or more years working or volunteering with young people and families
- Delivering systems change and innovation resulting in improvements to young people’s lives and the wider community
- Experience of overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of projects or programmes
- A significant track record of applying the principles of asset-based community development and strengths-based practice
- Experience of managing a budget
- Understanding of the voluntary sector funding climate and experience of writing funding applications
- Experience of organising and running events, workshops and activities
- Confident user of IT software, including databases, and MS Office applications
- A full driver’s licence with access to vehicle is required
If this sounds like you then apply ASAP!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FVAF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults with care and support needs. FVAF expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For this reason the successful candidate will be subject to robust recruitment and selection processes including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
***HOW TO APPLY***
FVAF will only accept applications for this post using the application form by clicking on Apply Now.
A CV may be submitted alongside it, however a CV on its own will not be accepted.
Please send completed application forms and a covering letter detailing why you are the right person for the role to Chris Brown on the email address to the right of this advert.
For more information about the role contact Chris Brown via the email address to the right of this advert.
DEADLINE: Applications will be taken on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Salary: £36,400pa - £ 38,948pa Pro-Rata
Hours Per Week: Up to full time (37.5 hours) incl evenings & occasional weekends where necessary
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