Location: Inverness / Haven Centre
Hours: Flexible
Salary: £30,000
Type: Paid role
Closing date: 31 March, 5pm
The Elsie Normington Foundation was established in 2013 to design and build The Haven Centre for children with learning difficulties and severe and complex needs. The centre opened in 2023 and includes respite suites, a café and play centre. The Foundation has a wider vision to inspire and facilitate change across the Highlands, supporting other groups to provide accessible spaces where children and families with severe and complex needs can connect and thrive. We are looking for a new team member to support the continued growth of our services.
The role
This is a key role combining grants management and general administration, including finance, HR and compliance tasks. You will work closely with the CEO to support successful funding applications and strong financial management across the organisation.
What you will be doing
Grants management
- Research, identify and prepare suitable grant and funding opportunities in line with ENF business plans and strategy
- Prepare, submit and manage grant applications
- Develop funded projects and monitor grant income and expenditure
- Maintain engagement and communication with funders, ensuring timely drawdown of funds
- Produce funder reports in line with funding agreements
General administration
- Maintain accurate financial records including bookkeeping, invoicing and expenses
- Create and manage budgets and cashflow for ENF, including the Haven respite suites, café and play centre
- Prepare financial reports for Trustees and managementEnsure compliance with financial controls, charity law and ENF policies, including maintaining insurance cover
- Lead on HR activities including recruitment, grievance and disciplinary procedures
- Maintain risk registers, policies, regulatory returns and procedures
What we are looking for
Essential
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent organisational and administrative ability
- High attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
- Confident using financial systems such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Experience in grants management
- Experience of working in a charity
Why work with us
You will be part of a small, supportive and mission-driven team working to make a real difference to families across the Highlands. We offer:
- Flexible working arrangements
- A supportive working environment
- The opportunity to contribute to a unique and growing project
How to apply
To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are suitable for this post. Email: Rona Matheson, CEO – Elsie Normington Foundation, rona.matheson@enfoundation.co.uk. Closing date: 31 March, 5pm
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Hours: Flexible
Salary: £30,000
Type: Paid role
Closing date: 31 March, 5pm
The Elsie Normington Foundation was established in 2013 to design and build The Haven Centre for children with learning difficulties and severe and complex needs. The centre opened in 2023 and includes respite suites, a café and play centre. The Foundation has a wider vision to inspire and facilitate change across the Highlands, supporting other groups to provide accessible spaces where children and families with severe and complex needs can connect and thrive. We are looking for a new team member to support the continued growth of our services.
The role
This is a key role combining grants management and general administration, including finance, HR and compliance tasks. You will work closely with the CEO to support successful funding applications and strong financial management across the organisation.
What you will be doing
Grants management
- Research, identify and prepare suitable grant and funding opportunities in line with ENF business plans and strategy
- Prepare, submit and manage grant applications
- Develop funded projects and monitor grant income and expenditure
- Maintain engagement and communication with funders, ensuring timely drawdown of funds
- Produce funder reports in line with funding agreements
General administration
- Maintain accurate financial records including bookkeeping, invoicing and expenses
- Create and manage budgets and cashflow for ENF, including the Haven respite suites, café and play centre
- Prepare financial reports for Trustees and managementEnsure compliance with financial controls, charity law and ENF policies, including maintaining insurance cover
- Lead on HR activities including recruitment, grievance and disciplinary procedures
- Maintain risk registers, policies, regulatory returns and procedures
What we are looking for
Essential
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent organisational and administrative ability
- High attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
- Confident using financial systems such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Experience in grants management
- Experience of working in a charity
Why work with us
You will be part of a small, supportive and mission-driven team working to make a real difference to families across the Highlands. We offer:
- Flexible working arrangements
- A supportive working environment
- The opportunity to contribute to a unique and growing project
How to apply
To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are suitable for this post. Email: Rona Matheson, CEO – Elsie Normington Foundation, rona.matheson@enfoundation.co.uk. Closing date: 31 March, 5pm
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