Projects Development Manager

Projects Development Manager

Salary: £32,000 - Pension totals 8% (4% employer and 4% employee) pro rata £40,000

Hours: 28 hours per week

Fixed contract until 31 March 2026 [extension available dependant on funding]

Lambhill Stables is a community owned charity in the North of Glasgow providing recreational, educational, training and employment opportunities. Our aim is to develop and deliver programmes of community-based activities in support of our provisions, to engage in viable and socially inclusive activity and to do so in a sustainable way.

Projects Development Manager

Job Purpose

The successful applicant will be part of the management team of Lambhill Stables. They will play a key operational role in developing community participation and social inclusion programmes; monitoring and evaluation; and team leadership. They will work alongside our general manager to deliver our wider programme of activity and work to enhance our overall community led approach, acknowledging the values and commitment of our staff team, volunteers and local community.

Key Tasks, Responsibilities and Activities

·       Support the General Manager in managing the organisation’s resources, budget, staff and premises in order to ensure the effective delivery of our services to the highest standards.

·       Ensure the organisation is compliant with all relevant legislation in providing services and employment of staff.

·       Ensure that all HR, child protection, health and safety and operational delivery is in adherence with written policies and procedures and assist to update them in line with good practice.

Key Tasks

·       Lead and coordinate Lambhill Stables core funded projects in adherence to the project outputs and outcomes.

·       Liaise with local stakeholders and funders and develop clear lines of communication in the spirit of partnership and accountability.

·       Coordinate an active social media presence and promote Lambhill Stables’ activities to diverse audiences.

·       Prepare and deliver presentations to local community groups, partner organisations and stakeholders as required.

·       Identify appropriate sources of funding for symbiotic project activities and submit proposals to management for consideration.

·       Establish and maintain records of activity and provide statistical information for the purpose of meeting monitoring and evaluation requirements.

·       Be aware of and assist in development of best practice within Lambhill Stables and ensure effective evaluation to ensure service quality.

·       Ensure all project documents and monthly / quarterly reports are complete and appropriately stored.

·       Deputise for the General Manager during periods of leave.

Key Activities:

·       Work toward promotion of the aims of the project through direct involvement with a variety of local organisations including Connecting Milton network of community organisations and stakeholders, youth groups and schools.

·       Establish and coordinate links with new local stakeholders.

·       Liaise with internal and external groups to ensure the smooth running of timetables activities.

·       Coordinate a quarterly diary of multi-activity and cultural events.

·       Facilitate and organise an events programme promoting initiatives in keeping with the project.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

·       Community development qualification or appropriate/relevant experience.

·       Experience of community engagement and achieving successful participation in community led programmes.

·       Project planning/ management experience including monitoring and reporting.

·       Experience of financial budget management & reporting.

·       Experience of successful fundraising.

·       Experience of managing and supervising staff and effective team leadership.

·       Comprehensive understanding of human resources, child protection, health & safety and relevant operational policies and procedures.

·       Willingness to undertake flexible working hours including evenings and weekends where appropriate.

·       Undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check.

Skills and Abilities

·       Excellent interpersonal skills to enable effective working in a diverse community and maintain professional relationships across community organisations and stakeholders.

·       A good knowledge of voluntary sector relationships and the ability to negotiate with individuals, organisations, businesses and public sector to secure objectives.

·       Ability to work with minimum supervision, multi-task effectively and to meet tight deadlines.

·       Local events management including promotional and social media skills.

·       Articulate and able to write clear, concise and accurate reports.

·       Able to use all components of the Microsoft Office package.

Personal Qualities

·       Ability to foster “a can do” culture motivating others and actively seeking creative solutions to problems.

·       Flexibility, enthusiasm and the ability to lead and work as part of a small team.