We're looking for an enthusiastic, organised and relationship-focused Operations Officer to join our England Operations team on a maternity cover basis. Following a comprehensive handover period with the current post-holder, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of Licensed Organisations (LOs), supporting them to deliver high-quality DofE programmes to young people.
This is a field-based role, with home working when not attending meetings, training sessions or events. Applicants should live within or close to the portfolio area and be willing to travel regularly.
What you'll do
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with schools, colleges, charities, youth organisations and other Licensed Organisations.
- Provide day-to-day support, guidance, training and development to DofE leaders and staff.
- Develop and implement action plans to drive participation, quality and growth.
- Monitor performance, analyse data and support organisations to achieve their targets.
- Champion inclusion by increasing participation among young people experiencing marginalisation.
- Conduct licence reviews and support the onboarding of new organisations.
- Contribute to grant-funded projects, national events and cross-team initiatives.
What we are looking for:
You'll be a confident communicator who enjoys building relationships and influencing others. You'll be highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage a varied workload while working independently and as part of a team.
We're particularly interested in candidates with:- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent organisational, administrative and communication abilities.
- Experience analysing information and using data to inform decisions.
- Confidence delivering meetings, presentations and training sessions.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of, or experience with, the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, education, or youth work sectors (desirable).
Essential requirements
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
- Residence within or close to the designated portfolio area.
- Willingness to travel across the portfolio area.
- Flexibility to occasionally work early mornings, evenings and weekends.
N.B. this position is a 12 month Maternity Contract
How to apply and interview dates
If you feel excited by this role and believe you have the necessary skills and experience to become a valued team member, please go to our website and apply.
The deadline for applying for this role is: Sunday15th November - Midnight.
Interviews will take place on: Thursday 26th November - to be held virtual via MS Teams.
We kindly request that previous applicants for this position, do not submit a further application at this stage. If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if you would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us by email recruitment@dofe.org
Benefits
We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, an employee assistance programme, healthcare cash plan and volunteer leave. Also, 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays and an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year. Buy additional annual leave, benefits discount website, death in service benefit 4 x salary, incapacity benefit, generous family leave and sick leave.
The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. (e.g. DBS/PVG or similar), including references covering any gaps of employment/education, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.
**The geographical allowance is based on a member of staff having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 per annum.
Salary: 30247 - 35585 GBP per year
