Project Officer

Suffolk Jobs Direct; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity in Ipswich seeks a dedicated Project Officer to empower young people through engaging workshops and mentorship. In this impactful role, you will guide youth towards educational opportunities and apprenticeships, particularly with Sizewell C. Your efforts will directly contribute to their personal and professional development, helping them overcome challenges and unlock their potential. Join a passionate team committed to fostering equality and fairness in the community, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of young individuals. This is a unique opportunity to inspire and create positive change.

Benefits

Meaningful impact on youth development

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people and understanding their challenges.
• Passionate about empowering youth and creating positive change.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver impactful workshops for youth development.
• Provide mentorship and coordinate support for young people's growth.
• Facilitate career pathways and guide youth towards opportunities.

Skills

Working with young people

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mentorship

Job description

Job Description

• ISCRE (Ipswich and Suffolk Council for Racial Equality) - Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 3EP / in Partnership with Sizewell C
• £30,000 per annum
• 37 hours per week
• Fixed Term for 2 years and 6 Months, with a possibility of extension subject to funding
• Reference: 0145

Your role

The main purpose of the Project Officer role is to create and facilitate engaging interventions that build confidence, develop essential skills, and inspire young people to reach their full potential. Guide young people towards relevant educational opportunities, training programmes, and apprenticeships, with a focus on pathways to Sizewell C apprenticeships. Empowering young people, particularly those who have had to overcome challenges and obstacles to realise their ambitions. By building confidence, developing essential skills, and providing access to transformative work opportunities, such as apprenticeships with Sizewell C, you'll directly contribute to unlocking their potential and preparing them for successful careers.

Your Responsibilities

• Design and Deliver Impactful Workshops: Create and facilitate engaging workshops and activities that build confidence, develop essential skills, and inspire young people to reach their full potential.
• Provide Mentorship and Co-ordinate: Work with a team of mentors to build strong, positive relationships with young people, offering personalised support and guidance as they navigate their personal and professional development.
• Unlock Potential and Foster Growth: Identify and nurture individual strengths, helping young people overcome challenges and develop the skills needed for success in education, training, and employment.
• Facilitate Career Pathways: Guide young people towards relevant educational opportunities, training programmes, and apprenticeships, with a focus on pathways to Sizewell C.
• Collaborate and Network: Work closely with schools, parents, community organisations, and Sizewell C representatives to ensure the programme's success.
• Monitor and Evaluate Progress: Track programme outcomes, collect data, and prepare reports to evaluate the impact of interventions and ensure continuous improvement.
• Manage Programme Logistics: Handle administrative tasks, maintain accurate records, and ensure smooth programme delivery.

What You Will Need

• Experience of working with young people and an understanding of the challenges faced by barriers to their development.
• Passionate about empowering young people and creating positive change.
• An excellent communicator and relationship builder, with strong interpersonal skills.

About Us

ISCRE (Ipswich Suffolk Council for Racial Equality) is a charity that has been operating in Ipswich and Suffolk for 47 years. We are a nationally recognised charity working in fields such as the criminal justice, policing, employment, education, health and social care. Our goal is to foster equality and fairness for the people of Suffolk by encouraging organisations to implement policies and practices which promote equality of opportunity and good relations between all people.

What We Will Offer You

• Meaningful Impact: Directly contribute to the personal and professional development of young people in Suffolk.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in youth work, community development, and project management.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate and supportive team.
• Competitive Salary: £30,000 per annum.
• Partnership with Sizewell C: Play a key role in connecting young people with exciting career opportunities.

To find out more

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sharon Lee, Operations Manager, by calling 01473 408111.

How To Apply

To obtain an application pack, please either email [e-mail] or alternatively call 01473 408111. Once received, your completed application needs to be returned to [e-mail].

Closing date: 1 pm, 17 April 2025.

Interview date: 24 April 2025.

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