Project Lead (STARCH)

VONNE (Voluntary Organisations' Network North East); South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

VONNE (Voluntary Organisations' Network North East) in South Tyneside is seeking a Senior Project Support on a part-time basis to lead a weekly marketplace-style event for asylum seekers and refugees, delivering essential help to enable a positive life.

You will represent the needs of asylum seekers at local and regional events, work closely with the charity’s values, and contribute to strategic aims. The role requires dedication and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a charitable setting.
• Ability to organise and run events for vulnerable groups.
• Strong community engagement and liaison skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a weekly marketplace-style event for asylum seekers and refugees.
• Represent the needs of asylum seekers at local and regional events and meetings.
• Ensure activities align with the charity's values and aims.

Skills

Leadership

Event management

Community outreach

Job description

Contract Type: Fixed term

Role Type: Employment

Hours: Part time

Application deadline: Friday, October 30, 2026 - 23:59

Based: South Tyneside

Salary: £15 Per Hour

Salary Type: Fixed Salary

Location: Tyne and Wear

Role description: Senior Project Support

We are looking for someone who has the passion and ability to lead a team to operate a weekly marketplace style event for asylum seekers and refugees to find the help that they need to have a positive life, plus represent the needs of asylum seekers at local and regional events and meetings. The successful candidate will align closely with our charity values and will understand and accept our aims.

The role will be filled by someone who scores highly on our Job Description Person Specification, and who meets all of our essential criteria.

15 hours per week part time.

£14.50 per hour.

If you are passionate about supporting asylum seekers and refugees, and really want to make a difference to them, then we would really love to hear from you.