8 Job Vacancies At Powered By Can

by Karen Tuckley

Executive Assistant to the CEO

The Executive Assistant to the CEO will play a critical role in our organisation by providing exceptional administrative support and project management to the CEO, to ensure that the CEO’s day-to-day and various extensive special projects/initiatives are propelled internally and externally of the organisation from conceptualisation to completion. The Executive Assistant will work closely with the CEO on all communications and correspondence, to serve as a key liaison to maintain strategic alignment of the CEO to drive organisational growth.

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Please be aware that this role may close before the deadline and apply as soon as possible.

Deadline: 23rd August 2024
Interview: 29/08/2024

Sport Coach (Service Delivery Worker)

We are looking for an enthusiastic coach to deliver sports activities for children aged 6 to 19 years across Powered by CAN’s Sports and Physical Activity projects. You will work with young people to improve skills, confidence, and gain good experience coaching lots of different sports such as Football, Volleyball, Badminton, Tennis, Boxing and more. We are able to offer training to build your coaching ‘toolbox’ as well as the opportunity to work with a friendly and dedicated team.

1 x Junior Sport , 1 x Senior Sport

Immediate start (6 Month Contract)
6-8 hours per week (Includes afternoon, evening & weekends)
Apply by: 31st August 2024

Play Worker (Part Time)

The post holder will be responsible for supporting the delivery of activities for children aged 6 to 12 years (16 with SEND) in Sandwell.

This project will deliver open access after-school and holiday play sessions across Sandwell. To assist the service delivery officer in providing a caring, secure environment, through individual attention and a series of well planned, resourced and supervised activities on site and outreach venues across Sandwell.

Term: 31st March 2026
Salary: £23,975.00 pro rata
8 Hour Contract (1 post) and 16 Hour Contract (1 post)
Apply by: August 31st 2024

Business Development Executive

We are seeking a Business Development Executive to become a vital part of our growing team. We are currently in the process of developing our commercial offer and undertaking growth in the areas of social investment and investment readiness. This role will support Powered by CAN’s commercial income streams, focusing on building a new client base, extending and articulating our offer and reporting and evidencing our progress in these areas.

Deadline: 27th August 2024
Interviews: 13th September 2024
Start Date: W/C 14th October 2024
12 Month Fixed Contract

Youth Worker x2

Powered By CAN are looking for a youth worker to work as part of a team of youth workers and volunteers, to deliver impactful, accessible and diverse programs and services for young people. You will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people and help them reach their full potential. You will be responsible for creating a safe and supportive environment for young people, providing guidance, support, and facilitating a range of activities.

Thematic Duties

  • Create a safe and welcoming environment for young people, building positive relationships with them.
  • Plan and deliver engaging, needs-led activities and programs that promote personal growth and development.
  • Collaborate with senior staff to adapt program content to address emerging issues and trends among young people.
  • Support the implementation of workshops, group discussions, and recreational activities aimed at promoting personal development and social skills.
  • Collaborate with community partners, schools, and other organisations to create better holistic support systems for youth.
  • To keep up to date with the goals and delivery model of Next Generation Now.
  • Provide input and collaborate where necessary with your senior staff to design core content for services.

Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Ensure case studies and feedback forms are collated and complete case after sessions.
  • Gather weekly participant numbers from at your sessions, working to reach the KPI’s set by your Service Coordinator.
  • Ensure all activities are safe and secure for all participants as Quality Assurance checks are randomly completed by Senior Management.
  • Utilize feedback mechanisms to continuously adapt and enhance program delivery and content.

General Responsibilities

  • Manage, support and motivate your team to drive performance.
  • Encourage active participation and leadership among young people by facilitating their involvement in program planning and decision-making.
  • Foster leadership skills and facilitate opportunities for youth to initiate and lead their own projects and initiatives.
  • Advocate for the needs and rights of young people at local, regional, and national levels.
  • To participate in regular team meetings and supervision meetings.
  • To contribute ideas that may support the ongoing development of Next Generation Now.
  • To participate in training and development activities as required and to assist with the training and development of colleagues as appropriate.
  • To act always in the best interest of CAN.
  • To ensure confidentiality within the organisation at all times.
  • To participate in activities which fall outside of normal working hours as required, e.g. Training, Staff Meetings,
  • Recruitment/Engagement events, fundraising events, etc.
  • To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time to
    time by management.

Deadline – 3rd September 2024 
– Proposed Interview dates – Week commencing Monday 11th September 2024 
– Proposed Start date Monday 23rd September 2024