IOSH
About the Role
Volunteers are at the heart IOSH. Branches are led by volunteer committees to deliver professional development activities/events for members to reach charitable objectives and to align with current strategic aims. The Volunteer Coordinator (Regional Development Manager) is a dynamic role that develops, steers, and guides the committees to function productively and deliver programmes of activities/events for members.
The role holder will need to facilitate at meetings with confidence and positivity to help drive volunteer engagement. In addition, written communication will have to be diplomatic and of a high professional standard.
An integral part of the role will be overseeing the financial management of individual branches by following processes as well as making sound decisions concerning these branches. These may include work to draft volunteer guidance, delivering workshops, short videos or streamlining workflow. This aspect of the role provides exciting opportunities to develop ideas, use critical thinking and take ownership of projects.
The role will also oversee the financial management of the individual branches by following processes as well as be expected make sound decisions. There will be occasional work within the region to develop and build relationships with key stakeholders.
About you
As an ideal candidate, you will be experienced and knowledgeable on the privilege and challenges of working with volunteer groups. In this environment you will need to persuade, influence and guide using excellent written and verbal communication skills.
You are also a keen observer able to anticipate issues, evaluate situations and resolve problems when needed. You enjoy working collaboratively within a team yet able to take initiative and ownership of work.
In addition, you will have strong organisational skills, be able to thrive during busy times, give attention to detail and deliver work to a high standard.
About Us
Locations: At IOSH, we embrace hybrid working because we believe it’s the key to achieving work-life balance, strategic success and fostering our collaborative culture. You’ll be required to work from our head office in Wigston, Leicester a minimum of 2 days per week (Tuesday and Wednesday). The remainder of your working hours will be undertaken from home. There would also be some virtual out of hours work and occasional travel as part of the job role. Consideration to be fully home-based will only be given to candidates currently living in the region but further than 60 miles from head office.
Starting salary: £28,500– £35,500 per annum
Hours per week: 35
Closing date: 12th January 2024
Vacancy type: Permanent
Relocation / Sponsorship: Not supported for this role
Benefits
IOSH operates a performance related pay scheme where you can progress your pay based on your performance in the role, including participation in the IOSH employee bonus scheme.
In addition to this, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- Salary exchange pension scheme
- Life cover
- Private medical insurance
- Personal lease car
- Healthcare cash plan
- Buying and selling annual leave
- Offers and discount scheme designed to save money on everyday shopping and essentials, as well as special treats such as holidays, days out etc.
- Professional Body Subscription
- Free on-site parking at our office located close to Wigston town centre
The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is the world’s Chartered body for safety and health professionals. We advocate for occupational safety and health and support health and safety professionals worldwide to improve their OSH knowledge and expertise. Millions of people have their lives severely affected because of the work they do but by working together, we will all achieve a safer and healthier world of work.
We employ approximately 200 dedicated individuals, who are supported and enabled to bring their best selves to work, to deliver exceptional outcomes. We’re proud to say that our employee engagement score has remained over 85% for three years running, and we actively listen to colleague’s feedback, value their contributions, and take action where necessary. We are committed to continually improve as an employer and remaining an employer of choice.
If you’d like to join a leading Chartered body, who lives and breathes our shared values of integrity, excellence, flexibility and One IOSH (teamwork) then we’d like to hear from you
Interview process
Interviews will be held as we receive applications from suitable applicants, via Microsoft Teams, so please apply early. As part of the selection process a presentation will be required as part of the assessment, details for which will be shared when interviews are arranged.
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