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This 12-month fixed-term role, match-funded by Power to Change and WMCA, is key to securing long-term investment into the social economy and embedding a strong championing function within WMCA. You will lead the delivery of Social Economy Growth in the region by attracting sustained funding and influencing regional and national policy by working in close partnership with social economy organisations, infrastructure organisations, local authorities, funders, social economy organisations and other regional and national partners.
Job Responsibility:
Secure sustainable investment for social economy growth, including Integrated Settlement Local Growth and Place funding
Lead delivery of the Social Economy Growth Programme aligned to inclusive growth priorities
Shape and influence regional and national policy on social impact, social value and community wealth building
Build strong partnerships with Power to Change, funders, investors, local authorities and social economy networks
Support and empower social economy clusters and forums, embedding co-design and co-production
Oversee targeted and universal business support for social economy organisations
Commission monitoring and evaluation to support evidence-led decision-making
Act as an ambassador for the social economy at regional and national forums
Requirements:
Experience coordinating projects or programmes
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate, negotiate and influence
Experience of monitoring and evaluating programmes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience producing high-quality reports, briefings and presentations
Ability to support funding bids and investment cases
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Ability to think strategically and bring structure to complex issues
What we offer:
Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)
Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs)
28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
EV car benefit scheme
Healthcare plans
Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice
An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA
Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts
Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses