Partnership Manager

  • Job Reference: 00000505-1
  • Date Posted: 24 April 2024
  • Recruiter: Colchester United Community Foundation
  • Location: Colchester, Essex
  • Salary: £24,000 to £26,000
  • Bonus/Benefits: FTE (dependant on experience).
  • Sector: Colchester United Community Foundation
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time
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Job Description

Colchester United Community Foundation (CUCF) the official charity partner for Colchester United Football Club has a brand-new opportunity available.

CUCF are seeking to recruit a Partnership Manager who is an enthusiastic, motivated, and committed individual with high standards and strong work ethic. This role will support the coordination and development of our Community Partnerships across the charity.

The successful candidate would be an individual who thrives in working with our community partners and making a positive difference to the lives of people across Colchester and North Essex.

Please note this is a part time position with flexible working hours (20-24hours per week).

This position is based out of The Shrub End Community & Sports Centre, Colchester, CO2 9BG.

 

Essential

  • Full UK Driving License.
  • Relevant experience. This may include experience working within organisational partnerships, charity, sports development, sales, admin and project management.
  • Willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check.

 

We’re seeking staff too:

 

Develop

  • To develop community relationships with current and new partners.

Deliver

  • To deliver high quality service to all partners and make CUCF a premium partner within North Essex.

Support

  • To support the Education, Participation and Health & Inclusion Teams with enhancing current and development partnerships.

Collaborate

  • To collaborate with new and existing partners to enrich and maximise the impact of the work undertaken within the community.

Evaluate

  • To evaluate the impact relationships and support in the monitoring and evaluation processes.

 

All CUCF positions adhere to:

 

Safeguarding

  • Colchester United Community Foundation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all our staff and volunteers to fully support and promote this commitment.
  • In line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, Exceptions Order 1975, as this role involves working with vulnerable groups, Pre-Employment checks will include a satisfactorily completed Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

 

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

 

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

 

Health & Safety

  • Fully endorse, demonstrate, and carry out the company’s health and safety policy.
  • Comply with all company policies and statutory regulations.
  • Have a full knowledge of procedures for evacuation regarding fire.

 

Benefits:

As part of your involvement with Colchester United Community Foundation the following benefits are available to staff:

  • Opportunities to work on Colchester United FC matchdays.
  • Access to bespoke CPD from our partners including the Premier League, English Football League, The FA Professional Football Association and other key partners.
  • A supply of Colchester United Community Foundation kit.
  • A pension scheme is available for eligible applicants.
  • Free car parking onsite.
  • Discounts on our courses and at the football club.

 

Closing date: Friday 24th May 2024 (Please note this may close earlier if suitable candidate is found)

Interview date: From WC 28th May 2024

Proposed start date: 1st July 2024 (Earlier if suitable candidate available to commence employment prior to this date)

 

Please note that the job will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.