Administrative Support Officer

JobStart Scheme; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking a motivated and compassionate individual for an administrative and community engagement role. The successful candidate will provide support in fundraising and community connections across Northern Ireland. Key qualifications include strong communication skills, IT proficiency, and a caring attitude towards those affected by cancer. This temporary position offers flexible working hours and a pay rate that varies by age. Additional details include eligibility requirements for working age benefit claimants.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grade C or above) including English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with a wide range of people.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Basic IT skills, including use of email, Word, and Excel.
• A caring and empathetic attitude towards people affected by cancer.
• Previous experience in an administrative or community-focused role.
• Experience working or volunteering within the charity or health sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including responding to enquiries.
• Assist with the organisation and promotion of fundraising activities.
• Engage with local communities to strengthen partnerships.
• Support the development of volunteer involvement.
• Assist in managing social media and communications.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Basic IT skills

Caring and empathetic attitude

Experience in administrative role

Experience in charity or health sector

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Maths

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: BRINGING HOPE TO PEOPLE WITH CANCER. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join our team in a dual role combining administrative support and community engagement. The successful candidate will help increase our reach across Northern Ireland, supporting fundraising activities, community connections, and day-to-day charity operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including responding to enquiries, maintaining records, and supporting events.
• Assist with the organisation and promotion of fundraising and awareness activities.
• Engage with local communities, groups, and businesses to strengthen partnerships and raise the profile of the charity.
• Support the development of volunteer involvement and community-based initiatives.
• Assist in managing social media and communications as required.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grade C or above) including English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with a wide range of people.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Basic IT skills, including use of email, Word, and Excel.
• A caring and empathetic attitude towards people affected by cancer.
• Previous experience in an administrative or community-focused role.
• Experience working or volunteering within the charity or health sector.

Further Information

The Employer is: BRINGING HOPE TO PEOPLE WITH CANCERJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1749929 Job Sector Secretarial and Administration Area All of Northern Ireland Location Various sites across Northern Ireland Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 10/12/2025 Closing date 20/01/2026 Worktime To be confirmed with employer