Maritime Bursary & Welfare Lead

MSSC (Marine Society & Sea Cadets); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working

Life assurance (4x salary)

Private medical insurance

Generous pension contribution

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing portal and counselling

Employee development opportunities

Job summary

A leading maritime charity in Greater London is seeking a Bursary and Welfare Manager to manage bursary and welfare services for seafarers. The role involves assessing applications for scholarships, overseeing training programmes, and ensuring the effective management of resources for maritime career development. Candidates should possess a degree or equivalent experience and have a deep understanding of seafarers' needs. The position offers 25 days of annual leave, hybrid working options, and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of the training needs of UK and international seafarers.
• Experience of preparing and presenting reports to management.
• Ability to effectively promote seafarer welfare through media.

Responsibilities

• Manage bursary applications and oversee funding opportunities.
• Authorize financial bursary awards and monitor their outcomes.
• Produce statistical reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain resources providing information for seafarers' career development.

Skills

Team leadership

Knowledge of seafarers' training needs

Experience in the not-for-profit sector

Social media proficiency

Education

Degree level education or equivalent

Job description

A leading maritime charity in Greater London is seeking a Bursary and Welfare Manager to manage bursary and welfare services for seafarers. The role involves assessing applications for scholarships, overseeing training programmes, and ensuring the effective management of resources for maritime career development. Candidates should possess a degree or equivalent experience and have a deep understanding of seafarers' needs. The position offers 25 days of annual leave, hybrid working options, and a commitment to professional development.