Programme Coordinator

Orange Recruitment; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An impactful NGO seeks a Programme Coordinator to support educational programmes on Political & Media Literacy. This role combines remote work and travel across Wales, with potential office days in London. Ideal candidates should be motivated, possess relevant experience, and be interested in counter-extremism. Salary ranges from £26,000 to £29,000 annually.

Benefits

Unlimited Leave

Work Abroad Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Must have experience with young people and adults.
• A UK driver’s license is required.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a variety of programmes across settings.
• Recruit and support schools and teachers.
• Update and create resources on Political Literacy.

Skills

Experience in delivering to young people and adults

Confidence

Understanding of media & political literacy

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Google Suite

Interest in political literacy

Problem-solving initiative

Strong writing skills

Proficiency in Welsh language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Location: Wales

Contract Type: Contract (6 months)

Salary range of £26,000 – £29,000

We are looking for a programme coordinator based in Wales. The position is remote with travel across Wales and one day per month in our office in London for team cohesion.

The Position

You will be joining our small, passionate NGO to support the delivery of our educational programmes. Reporting directly to the Head of Programmes, you will be tasked with delivering programmes on Political & Media Literacy, counter-extremism, and online safety. This will involve traveling to a variety of educational settings to deliver our programmes, alongside supporting our Head of Programmes. Projects can vary from media literacy workshops for schools, online harms CPD training, to city-wide democratic engagement stalls.

The applicant needs to be motivated, interested in counter-extremism, and passionate about Political & Media Literacy. The job is based on a 6-month contract, with likely extension (including a 3-month probation period).

Key responsibilities

• Deliver a wide variety of programmes across a diverse range of settings and cohorts.
• Recruit, coordinate and support schools and teachers across the UK to take up our programmes
• Support in updating and creating resources around the topics of Political Literacy, Media Literacy and Counter – Extremism
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with teachers, councils, 3rd sector stakeholders through our CRM system.
• Travel nationally and/or internationally to deliver
• A UK driver’s licence is required (access to a car also is preferable)
• Fulfil other duties as reasonably requested

Skills and Experience

• Experience in delivering to young people and adults.
• Confidence.
• An understanding of and interest in media & political literacy and counter-extremism (PCVE / REMVE).
• Ability to organise, prioritise and manage a diverse workload.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail) and other relevant software.
• A strong interest in political and media literacy, civic engagement, and addressing online harms.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, taking initiative to solve problems.
• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., education, social sciences, communications) is preferred.
• Strong writing skills are desirable.
• Proficient in the Welsh language.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Personal Attributes

A confident and engaging presenter, capable of delivering compelling political and media literacy programmes to diverse audiences in various settings. Exceptional organisational skills are paramount, enabling independent management of workload, extensive travel, and meticulous planning. Flexibility and adaptability are crucial for navigating dynamic demands, including extensive travel and unpredictable schedules. Excellent time management, a proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively, and adherence to strict timelines are essential. Finally, the ideal individual should be proactive and self-motivated, consistently taking initiative and thriving in a self-directed work environment.

Benefits

• Unlimited Leave.
• Work Abroad Scheme.
• Opportunity to be part of an impactful project addressing critical societal challenges.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment with an international team.
• Professional development opportunities.

More Info

Please note all applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. SOUK is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating an intentionally inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Our organisation puts safeguarding at the core of how we operate and follow a diligent recruitment process to ensure a candidate’s beliefs, values and behaviour towards child safety align with ours.

As part of this, all necessary background checks will be conducted on successful candidates, who must complete and pass all mandatory onboarding and safeguarding training within their three month probation period. Pay will be reduced by 5% during this probation period. Your pension will start when you have passed probation. SOUK reserves the right to pass, fail or extend probation.

How to apply

To apply, click the button below to download the application form. Fill it out and then send it, with your CV, with the subject line ‘Junior Programme Coordinator – <Your Name>’.