Social Enterprise Co-ordinator

JobStart Scheme; Kilkeel; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist charity in Kilkeel is looking for a Social Enterprise Coordinator to lead the development and management of its new social enterprise. The successful candidate will ensure the trading arm operates ethically while aiding in product development, marketing, and partnership building. Experience in project coordination and a commitment to trauma-informed practices are essential. This is a temporary position, offering up to 25 hours per week. Salary ranges from £7.55 to £12.21 per hour based on age and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in project coordination, business development, or social enterprise.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Understanding trauma-informed practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and management of social enterprise activities.
• Engage stakeholders and build partnerships.
• Support product development and marketing efforts.

Skills

Project coordination

Business development

Strong organisational skills

Marketing experience

Communication skills

Empathy for victims

Interpersonal skills

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: ADVOCACY VSVAdvocacy VSV is a specialist charity providing trauma-informed, confidential support to victims of sexual violence. As we evolve our sustainability strategy, we are developing a social enterprise trading arm to generate mission-aligned income, expand our reach, and strengthen long-term impact. The Social Enterprise Coordinator will play a key role in shaping, launching, and managing this new area of work.The Social Enterprise Coordinator will lead the development, coordination, and delivery of our new social enterprise activities. This role ensures our trading arm operates commercially, ethically, and in alignment with our values and safeguarding commitments. The coordinator will support product/service development, marketing, partnership building, and operational management, helping to diversify income and enhance our social impact.

Responsibilities

• Strategic development and planning.
• Programme and service development.
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership building.
• Marketing, communication and advocacy.
• Finance and resource development.
• Organisational change and capacity building.
• Advocacy VSVS social enterprise coordinator will have to have empathy of victims, emotional intelligence and a collaborative approach.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in project coordination, business development, or social enterprise/community enterprise.
• Strong organisational, administrative, and time-management skills.
• Experience in marketing, communications, or customer-facing roles.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Commitment to the values of inclusivity, empowerment, and trauma-informed practice.
• Understanding of the sensitive nature of supporting victims/survivors of sexual violence (training provided).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across sectors.
• Hold a driving license and have access to a car.
• Experience of working within a charity, community organisation.
• Knowledge of business planning, financial management, or entrepreneurship.
• Experience developing products/services, especially in a mission-aligned context.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation methods, including impact measurement.
• Experience coordinating volunteers or small teams.

Further Information

The Employer is: ADVOCACY VSVJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1753015 Job Sector Business, Policy and Projects,Marketing Area Co Down Location Kilkeel Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 07/01/2026 Closing date 17/02/2026 Worktime 9am-5pm three days per week

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 09 Jan 2026

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 16 Jan 2026