DHL UK Foundation – Programme Coordinator

Who are the DHL UK Foundation?

The DHL UK Foundation is a registered charity that works in partnership with the DHL businesses in the UK. Through grant making and colleague engagement, the Foundation supports disadvantaged young people prepare for the world of work and has an ambitious vision to help end youth unemployment. Visit www.dhlukfoundation.org to find out more.

About The Programme Coordinator Role

The Programme Coordinator will play a crucial part in recruiting and supporting DHL colleagues to deliver a programme of careers and employability activities in schools across the UK.

To be successful in this role you must be proactive, enthusiastic and organised and have strong administration experience to enable you to coordinate multiple projects that often have tight deadlines.

You will also be able to communicate well with colleagues and partners at all levels and be confident in presenting to large groups.

One of the most important requirements of this role will be your passion for supporting and working with UK charities that support disadvantaged young people.

Key Skills And Responsibilities

• Project management – planning, promoting and delivering multiple projects and collating feedback
• Presentations – developing and delivering engaging presentations to DHL colleagues to inspire them to get involved in our work
• Communications – writing compelling case studies and news articles to promote the Foundation

Essential

Key requirements

• 1 year minimum experience of the working world
• Proficient in utilising Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• Valid UK driving license
• A passion for supporting young people and the charity sector
• Confidence to work with DHL colleagues and school/charity partners
• Adaptable and proactive work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a variety of settings

Desirable

• Experience in charity/corporate partnerships
• Working with young people in a school setting
• Experience of working with Salesforce

What will you get in return?

As a part of a growing DHL UK Foundation team you will receive access to a variety of excellent benefits including; 25 days holiday, pension scheme, medical cover, retail discounts, training & development opportunities.

What you will need to do next?

If you are looking to develop your career in the charity sector and want to support young people, simply apply online including an to up to date CV and a supporting statement showcasing your fit with the key skills, responsibilities and requirements. This should be submitted as one document no longer than 4 pages.

Closing date: Midday Monday 21st March

Initial interviews will be taking place on Monday 28th March, with the final interview on Tuesday 5th April.

This post is subject to receipt of two satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and Right to work in the UK.

As the role supports the delivery of national education and employability programme a valid driving licence is desirable and willingness to travel is expected, occasionally outside of the normal hours of work.

We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK. We want to ensure that the candidate experience is of the highest professional standard.

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees.

Furthermore we aim to ensure our workplaces are free from discrimination and that not only employees but also our potential future employees are treated fairly and with dignity and respect. We will ensure that equality of opportunity maintains a high profile in our organisation.