GALWAY AUTISM PARTNERSHIP (GAP)?is a Galway based registered charity
that provides support and services to Autistic children, teenagers,
adults and their families in the Galway area.
HR Connections are recruiting for a GENERAL MANAGER who will manage
the organisation and coordinate the charity?s activities and
fundraising.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Develop and update operating policies to ensure programmes and
activities are implemented safely and in accordance with best
practice, particularly with respect to children.
* Deliver, through appropriate plans, and in accordance with agreed
policies and procedures, the plans and objectives of the charity.
* Work with the Board to ensure that a strategy is in place which
can guide the organisation in achieving its objectives and meet the
needs of its membership.
* Have responsibility for the day-to-day financial management of the
charity, including preparation of budgets for agreement by the Board.
* Define, secure and manage the resources (human, material and
financial) needed to operate effectively.
* Maintain effective correspondence with all stakeholders and ensure
that GAP is presented in an appropriate and professional manner to its
stakeholders.
* Seek opportunities to expand and promote the role and increase
awareness of the charity and its work in its partnership model.
* Represent the charity in public forums such as conferences and
professional meetings.
* Develop income generation strategies to maintain and enhance the
level of funding from existing sources and develop new funding
streams.
* Develop and build partnerships with stakeholders to maximise
opportunities for income generation.
* Provide direction and support to any staff, contractors or
volunteers in the organisation.
* Advocate across sectors for the development of policies and
services that will impact positively on service users and
stakeholders.
* Increase awareness and understanding of Autism to the general
public.
* To adhere to legal frameworks, specifically the Charity
Regulator?s policies and procedures.
* To act in the best interests of GAP, acting as an ambassador for
GAP in line with our vision and mission.
* Enhance the charity?s reputation by accepting ownership for
accomplishing new and different requests; explore opportunities to add
value to the charity?s accomplishments.
* Maintain members? confidence and protect the charity by keeping
information confidential.
* Welcome members by greeting them, in person or on the telephone;
answering or directing inquiries.
* Prepare reports by collecting and analysing information.
* Secure information by completing database backups.
* Undertake administrative duties as required.
* Maintain office efficiency by planning and implementing office
systems, layouts, and equipment procurement.
* Design and implement office policies by establishing standards and
procedures; measuring results against standards; making necessary
adjustments.
WORKING WITH VOLUNTEERS AND COLLEAGUES:
* Recruit, supervise and evaluate the work of facilitators and
volunteers.
* Develop an induction programme for staff and volunteers covering
health and safety aspects of working with GAP?s members.
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
* Demonstrable ability to achieve set targets/goals.
* Strong inter-personal and communication skills, demonstrable
experience in building and managing key relationships, and the ability
to deal with a diverse range of people.
* Strong organisational skills.
* Excellent IT skills.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* An understanding of budgets, finance and fundraising.
* The ability to negotiate and influence people.
* Excellent presentation skills.
* Direct marketing experience.
* Experience of marketing via social media
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL
* Be experienced working with Autistic children, teenagers & adults
* Have experience working within a charitable organisation
* Have fundraising experience
* Have knowledge and experience applying for funding grants
* Have Budgeting and Finance experience
* Hold a Bachelors degree or a Level 7 or 8 qualification in a
relevant discipline
* Be experienced in recruiting and managing staff, including
volunteers
* Flexible, some events may take place outside regular work hours
and you will be expected to attend.
Applications by email and CV to:?**Apply on the website**
Closing date: 7th December **Apply on the website**
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
