Evaluate the risks associated with each volunteer position and take appropriate action to control the risks associated with the program or service Ensure that volunteers work in a safe, healthy, and supportive environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations IN ADDITION Develop a budget for the volunteer programme activities Prepare an annual report on the contribution of the volunteer program to the organization Administer and monitor expenditures for the volunteer program against the approved budget Additional Information The VC will be based in Cathedral House (the Cathedral’s offices) IT hardware and support etc. will be provided by the Cathedral. Person Specification Below is outlined the education and training, the knowledge and experience and the competences the job holder needs in order to fulfil the requirements of the post. Essential criteria are those an applicant must have in order to apply. Desirable criteria are those qualities that could be useful or attributes which the post holder can be trained to do. REQUIREMENTS – the post holder must be able to demonstrate: Essential (E) Desirable (D) Measured by: Application (A) Interview (I) Absolute Integrity. The Cathedral’s main raison d’être is to proclaim the Christian faith, so the appointee needs to have, or be able to develop, an understanding of the Church of England, it’s ethos and structures, and work comfortably within, and engage with, the Cathedral’s everyday life. This will include Discretion and confidentiality Highly diplomatic, able to handle colleagues and stakeholders in a calm, courteous and confident manner Commitment to achieving standards of excellence E E E E E A and I I I A and I A and I
Self-motivated, energetic with strength of personality Education and Training. ‘A’ level or equivalent qualifications Educated to degree standard or equivalent Appropriate professional qualification Evidence of skills in volunteer coordination E D D E A A A A and I Knowledge and Experience Minimum 2 to 3 years work experience Experience of working in a volunteer project An understanding of the value of a volunteer project, not only to the organisation but also to the volunteers themselves Excellent IT skills, able to use Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel and Outlook) with confidence and accuracy Understanding of the workings of heritage and church organisations, and of the heritage of Newcastle Experience of working for partnership projects Experience of developing, planning, delivering and evaluating projects Experience of working under the pressure of tight deadlines E E E E D D D D A A A A A and I A and I A and I A Competencies Able to work independently and reliably with minimal supervision Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including telephone manner Excellent numeracy and literacy skills A good eye for detail and excellent presentation skills A team player, able to work flexibly and positively with others Able to work well under pressure maintaining a cool, efficient and professional demeanour Proven organisational skills A positive approach to problem-solving Motivational skills, able to lead by example and interpret and communicate operational activity E E E E E E E E E I A A A and I I I I I I Terms of Employment