JOB VACANCY: PROJECT OFFICER
 
Strathdearn Community Developments (SCD) is looking to appoint a Project Officer to support the development, procurement and delivery of several key projects which they are taking forward over the forthcoming 12 months. The successful candidate will work within the SCD and liaise with external contractors.
 
The position is full-time (37.5 hour per week with flexible hours) and fixed term, lasting up to 12 months.
Salary: £30,000 per annum.

JOB PURPOSE
To provide the Board of the SCD company with assistance and support in:
• Managing the day to day operation of the Affordable Housing project as lead officer.
• Contributing to and assisting Directors in the delivery of specified projects from inception to delivery, including any feasibility studies, obtaining tenders, overseeing consultants and contractor, etc.
• Represent SCD to all internal and external stakeholders.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. To support the SCD Board with the delivery of community projects.
  2. Attend Board meetings, AGMs, community meetings and any other meeting as required and by agreement with the Board.
  3. Design, lead, manage and deliver specific projects to assist SCD in promoting sustainable economic development.
  4. Where appropriate manage project budgets, as well as managing complex relationships through sensitive and diplomatic communications.
  5. Liaising with Directors on SCD projects (current and new) as required and prioritising and managing tasks. Undertaking research, compiling reports and update on the progress of projects.
  6. Procurement for projects as required, liaising with suppliers and providing appropriate VAT invoices to the Company Secretary.
  7. Preparing presentations to update Directors on project(s) progress and showcase the project(s) value.
  8. Tracking and communicating project risks and opportunities.
  9. Responsible for the maintenance of the risk management/scope of work register for the affordable housing project.
  10. Looking for ways to increase the project’s profitability and reduce expenses where possible.
  11. Ensuring deadlines are met.
  12. Ensuring project(s) fitness for purpose.
  13. Organising and attending stakeholder meetings.
  14. Work collaboratively with the SCD Board , Company Secretary, Hub and Events Manager and Shop Manager when required.
  15. Liaising with the Community Council, the Charitable Trust, the Highland Council and other authorised bodies where necessary.
  16. Recording project(s) transactions within the appropriate Project Management System.
  17. Undertake any other duties which may be reasonably required.
 
BE PART OF THE DREAM
Does this sound like a role for you? If yes, we will welcome the chance to talk to you. Contact me to obtain a copy of the Person Speciifcation. Please email a covering letter and an up to date CV to nperks@redstartuk.com.

Closing date: 15th October 2021

Applications received after this date may not be considered.
 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Our client is committed to an active Equal Opportunities Policy, which starts with their recruitment process.