General Manager (Contractor)

Open Palm®; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A small but impactful charity is seeking a General Manager to support day-to-day operations and growth. This role involves managing partnerships, engaging with stakeholders, and overseeing recruitment. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal and organisational skills, with flexibility for remote work.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive attitude.
• Clear communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage partnership enquiries and liaise with Trustees.
• Engage with corporate partners and keep Trustees updated.
• Oversee recruitment needs and manage the volunteer coordination team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Project management skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As a small but impactful charity, how we run is key to helping us to scale our reach. Likewise, our partners help us to deliver programmes and create opportunities for young people.

We’re looking for a General Manager to support the day-to-day running and growth of Open Palm. This role reports directly to the Board of Trustees.

This role requires interaction with various stakeholders and a high level of coordination to maintain and grow relationships with our external partners. Also, ensuring our Trustees are kept up to date.

If you want to use your proactive, organisational, and interpersonal skills broadly to impact a fast-growing charity, then this is the role for you. This position offers a great opportunity to gain leadership experience, deepen your knowledge of charity management, and strengthen our partnerships. Prior charity management experience is desirable but not required.

ROLE

The role is divided into four key areas, which may vary weekly. Not all areas will require attention every week:

1. Partnerships: Managing partnership enquiries, liaising with Trustees and volunteers to implement next steps.
2. Relationship Management: Engaging with corporate partners and keeping Trustees updated.
3. Event Preparation (when applicable): Contacting attendees, managing emails, and answering queries related to events.
4. Leading Recruitment: Overseeing recruitment needs, supporting interviews, and managing the volunteer coordination team.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude
• Willingness to undertake relevant training
• Clear communication skills, both written and oral
• Basic project management skills to meet milestones and deadlines
• Problem-solving skills and initiative-taking ability in dynamic environments
• Ability to develop and maintain a network of contacts
• Previous administrative and coordination experience
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently
• Attention to detail and proactive attitude
• Cross-cultural awareness and understanding
• Flexibility to participate in various projects
• Advocacy for inclusivity and equity
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Availability for approximately 3-4 hours per week, mainly remotely, with flexible hours and some fixed dates

If this sounds like you, we'd love to receive your application.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Management

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations