• International Futures Forum - IFF Kitbag Programme Manager

  Created: 4/27/2023
  
  

  Post: IFF Kitbag Programme Manager
  Hours: 37.5hrs per week
  Location: IFF offices at The Boathouse, Aberdour
  Type of Contract: Fixed term independent contractor until December 2024 with the possibility of extension
  Salary: £30,000 per year

  IFF is a registered charity with a small, committed and friendly team.  Their mission is to enable people and organisations to flourish in powerful times. Their networks are broad and international. At the same time they also have a special focus on Scotland and are based at the Boathouse in Aberdour, Fife. IFF Kitbag is a key element of this support, and is particularly used by children, young people and their care-givers.

  More details about Kitbag can be found on their website.   The Kitbag Programme Manager will be expected to provide responsive customer service and relationship management for clients who use or are interested in using Kitbag, coordinate and run sessions in the use of Kitbag, support the existing community of practice (largely online), organise and attend events where Kitbag is showcased, publicise stories about Kitbag, form and maintain partnerships to widen the uptake and use of Kitbag and raise funds for the work. This work is supported by and, where required, co-delivered with the Director of Health Programmes.

  Full training and induction will be provided in advance of the next school year when activity will rise again after the summer break.  For this role you will be effective and committed to the vision and values of IFF and be passionate about Kitbag. Experience of and confidence in using Kitbag is key as is the ability to communicate confidently and clearly. You will be comfortable working in different situations with all kinds of people. As part of a small team, a flexible approach and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done is important.

  Knowledge, skills and experience - Essential:

  • In-depth knowledge and experience in using Kitbag including Kitbag on-line (minimum 1 year);
  • Have worked in a team, service or organisation where Kitbag is in regular use;
  • IT skills to manage e-mails, e-lists, calendars and on-line events Microsoft Teams and Zoom platforms)
  • Numeracy and literacy skills to manage client service management reliably;
  • Ability to convene and facilitate training and/or conversations - Can design spaces and training to fit clients' needs;
  • Ability to work in a dispersed team, and manage one's own time;
  • Good verbal communicator - Likes to nurture and develop relationships with people from all backgrounds and abilities;
  • Practises care and compassion Knowledge.

  Desirable:

  • Experience of working in Fife;
  • Good written communications skills - writing blogs, preparing press releases;
  • Knowledge of youth development and children services;
  • Experience working with local authorities, public institutions, professional groups;
  • Experience of learning and measurement of impact;
  • Experience in supporting and animating communities;
  • Experience in fundraising and/or bid writing.

  If you are interested to apply for this post please send a letter outlining why you believe you are the right person for this post, showing how your skills and experience match the requirements stated above. Please also enclose your CV. Two named professional references will be required prior to appointment. Please send via e-mail: [email protected]

  Closing Date for application is 5pm on 15 May 2023 and interviews will take place on 30 May 2023.

  
   

  
  

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