July 2015

PAPYRUS, the national charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of emotional wellbeing in young people, is seeking an Administrator.  The part time role (18 hours per week/2.5 days) is for a fixed term of 12 months will be based in their West Midlands Office in Birmingham.  The salary is NJC Scale spinal point 8 (£13,871 per annum pro rata – £6,935).

The role will provide support to all aspects of the office’s work, such as administration of training courses, events and workshops, marketing, and more. The successful applicant will be responsible to the Regional Development Officer and work closely with the other team members in this exciting post, which offers an opportunity to learn and develop new knowledge and skills in a wide range of areas.

Click here to the full job description, person specification and application form.  The job reference number is PAP028.

Please return completed applications to admin@papyrus-uk.org with the word ‘APPLICATION’ in the subject line.

The deadline for submission is 12 noon on Wednesday, 19 August 2015.   Interviews will be  held on Thursday, 3 September.

Creative Black Country is looking for an enthusiastic Community Arts Apprentice who has an interest in Community Arts. The successful applicant will support the Team with administration, social media and marketing and event management, to ensure that all activity within the project runs smoothly and professionally.

The role involves supporting the team in planning, coordinating, marketing, evaluating and documenting the work of Creative Black Country. As part of the Apprenticeship, you will complete an NVQ and gain a wide range of marketing and project management skills.  The post will be a 37 hour week with a weekly wage of £101.01.

Instructions on how to to apply and information about the purpose of the role, core duties and responsibilities can be found on the Creative Alliance website.

Candidates who have achieved a degree level qualification will not be eligible for this apprenticeship position.

The deadline for applications is  5 pm on Tuesday 01 September 2015

For further enquiry please contact Esther Lisk-Carew on 0121 525 1127 or email esther@creativeblackcountry.co.uk.

BUDS (Better Understanding of Dementia for Sandwell) seeks to hire a Business Planning and Marketing Officer. This is a permanent contract (subject to 3 months probation period), based in Sandwell and the surrounding area.  The post will initially be for 20 hours per week, with a view to increase in future.  The salary is £24,000 per annum pro rata.

This position offers the successful candidate an excellent opportunity to develop his or her career in the fields of business planning and marketing.

BUDS aims to improve the quality of life of people experiencing dementia and their family carers in Sandwell. BUDS was established in 2008 by the trustees of Harborne Parish Lands Charity, a local charity with extensive experience in providing supported living accommodation for older people and for grant making to organisations and individuals. BUDS is now a Registered Charity and a Limited Company in its own right and has developed the following services in response to local need:

• Befriending Service
• BUDS Clubs
• Carer Support Service
• Advice & Guidance
• Training & Development

Main Purpose of the Job
To develop and manage any updates to a five year Business Plan to take BUDS forward and support and develop key dementia services. A key element in the role will be in shaping and executing a marketing and fundraising strategy of the organisation to support the Business Plan.

Main Duties
• Own and manage the BUDS business plan
• Develop and implement marketing and funding strategy for BUDS
• Keep up-to-date with local, regional and national funding opportunities
• Work with statutory bodies, corporate bodies and donors to maximise funding opportunities
• Lead new fundraising initiatives, with the aim of increasing income to improve sustainability of BUDS
• Create and manage a budget tracking tool
• Produce marketing literature, press release and newsletters
• Develop opportunities to raise public awareness, promoting BUDS
• Play an active role in strategic reviews and contribute to the plan of the organisation
• Work with General Manager to keep Policies and Procedures up-to-date

Skills and Experience
• Relevant experience in similar field and/or qualifications in economics, business or marketing
• An understanding of the needs of people with dementia and their carers
• Ability to create and manage business and marketing plans
• Experience of applying for funding/grants or wider applications
• Ability to develop a finance monitoring and reporting system
• Ability to prepare reports for and engage with senior members of the team
• Good organisational and IT skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

Personal Attributes
• Able to travel within Sandwell and surrounding areas
• Self-motivated
• Able to show empathy for people with dementia and their families
• Flexible approach to working hours this may include weekend or evening time

Click here for application form.  Completed forms should be be emailed to info@buds.co.uk.  For further information contact 0121 565 3721.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 9 August 2015.  Interviews will be held the week commencing Monday 24 August.

BUDS invites applications for a Dementia Training Office to be based in Sandwell and surrounding area.  The permanent contract (subject to 3 months probation period) will initially be for 20 hours per week, with a view to increase in future.  Salary £22,000 per annum pro rata.

This position offers the successful candidate an excellent opportunity to develop his or her career in the field of training.

BUDS aims to improve the quality of life of people experiencing dementia and their family carers in Sandwell. BUDS was established in 2008 by the trustees of Harborne Parish Lands Charity, a local charity with extensive experience in providing supported living accommodation for older people and for grant making to organisations and individuals. BUDS is now a Registered Charity and a Limited Company in its own right and has developed the following services in response to local need:

• Befriending Service
• BUDS Clubs
• Carer Support Service
• Advice & Guidance
• Training & Development

Main Purpose of the Job
To facilitate a range of dementia training courses, workshops and conference presentations to all communities, health and social care sector and BUDS staff and volunteers. Review and evaluate the training programme in line with best practice and evaluation feedback and follow guidance from Business Planning and Marketing Officer. There is also a requirement to travel extensively within the Sandwell and West Birmingham area.

Main Duties
• Own and manage the BUDS training programme
• Facilitate dementia training in a range of different environments including, Social Care, Local Authorities, Local Businesses, Local Community
• Provide dementia and other relevant courses to BUDS Staff
• Provide induction and training to BUDS Volunteers
• Provide regular updates and reports
• Maintain records and evaluations reports
• Ensure and improve the quality of course delivery
• Write and develop new course material

Skills and Experience
• Relevant experience in similar field and/or relevant training qualifications
• Experience of delivering training and presentations
• Experience of monitoring and evaluating training
• Good organisational skills and IT skills
• Ability to work as both as part of a team and independently

Personal Attributes
• Able to travel within Sandwell and surrounding areas
• Self-motivated
• Able to show empathy for people with dementia and their families
• Flexible approach to working hours this may include weekend or evening time

Click here for application form.  Completed forms should be emailed to info@buds.co.uk.  For further information contact 0121 565 3721.

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 9 August 2015.  Interviews will be held the week commencing Monday 24 August.