RAF Association – Hub Community Support Coordinator

Confederation of Service Charities; England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Hub Community Support Coordinator to enhance community engagement and operational management across various hubs in South East England. This role is pivotal in fostering collaboration among military partners and local organizations, ensuring that community needs are met through tailored programs and services. The ideal candidate will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual with experience in sales or business operations, capable of promoting services and engaging with hub members. Flexible working arrangements are offered to support work-life balance, making this an exciting opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.

Benefits

Up to 42 days annual leave

Life insurance

Sick pay

Health cash back plan

Refer a Friend Bonus

Cycle To Work Scheme

Subsidised short breaks

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, hospitality, or business operations.
• Ability to promote and digitally market services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of designated hubs.
• Plan and deliver community programs tailored to needs.
• Build and maintain relationships with local organizations.

Skills

Community Engagement

Operational Management

Sales Experience

Digital Marketing

Networking

Job description

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RAF Association – Hub Community Support Coordinator

Hours: 20 hours per week

SE England to cover Salisbury Plain, Bovington, Blandford, Aldershot and Colchester hubs with hybrid working

Benefits include:

• Up to 42 days annual leave (pro rata), life insurance and sick pay
• Enrolment in health cash back plan to cover everyday healthcare needs
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Subsidised short breaks at selected RAFA Accommodation

About Us

The Royal Air Force Families Federation (RAFFF) exists to improve the quality of life for the RAF family around the world – at work or at home. We provide an independent voice for Serving personnel and their families and are a confidential service that relies upon the integrity and professionalism of its staff to deliver a credible and respected Federation. The Military Coworking Network is an Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust project managed by the RAFFF, based at RAF Wittering.

About the role

Based in South East England, focusing on growing the Hub membership. The Hub Community Support Coordinator supports our Military Coworking communities by creating a collaborative environment, ensuring members are supported, managing the hubs effectively, and fostering a vibrant community in each location. The role involves supporting and developing links between military partners using the hubs, key military base personnel, the wider Military Coworking Network project team, and local authority and voluntary sector providers. Primary responsibilities include:

• Operational Management: Oversee daily operations of designated hubs, ensuring efficient service delivery.
• Community Engagement: Engage actively with hub members to understand their needs and gather insights, with regular visits.
• Service Delivery: Plan and deliver community programs, activities, and services tailored to community needs.
• Partnership Development: Build and maintain relationships with local organizations and partners to enhance hub resources and reach.
• Marketing: Collaborate with Marketing and Hub Leads to plan and execute local marketing activities, including social media, to raise awareness and grow membership.

About you

Our ideal candidate is highly motivated, enthusiastic, with a can-do attitude to grow the hub membership. With experience in sales, hospitality, or business operations, you should be a confident networker capable of promoting and digitally marketing our services. You will act as an ambassador for the Military Coworking Network, visiting hubs, representing us at events like family days and hub activities. We offer flexible working arrangements, including time off in lieu, to accommodate longer workdays when visiting locations. We seek someone who can take accountability, continuously improve, develop our offerings, and take pride in being part of the Military Coworking Network team.

Want to join us?

We encourage you to visit our websites and social media to learn more about us. To make your application stand out, please include a cover letter explaining how your skills and experience align with our role profile and person specification.

Interview Date: Wednesday 28 May in person at Wittering

The RAF Association is a Disability Confident employer. Please inform us if you need assistance with your application.

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