Govanhill Community Development Trust

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1 Govanhill Community Development Trust Enterprise Officer (Full Time - 35 Hours per week) Fixed Term to end December 2019 Candidate Information Pack

2 Thank you for your interest in our vacant position of Enterprise Officer. This file contains all of the information you will need to apply for the post :- General information regarding the Association and its subsidiary, Govanhill Community Development Trust Our job advert The Job Description and Person Specification A brief summary of the terms and conditions of the post Staff structures The job application form is available as a separate Microsoft Word file which you may complete electronically. Please note that the closing date for applications is Tuesday 29th May 2018 at a.m. If you require further information regarding the Association, GCDT or the position advertised, please do not hesitate in contacting me direct or Morag Williamson, Corporate Services & HR Administrator on or at mwilliamson@govanhillha.org. Thank you. Alison Kevan Corporate Services & HR Manager Telephone akevan@govanhillha.org

3 1. Background 1.1 Govanhill Housing Association was formed in 1975 and is a Registered Social Landlord which operates within a Group Structure. 1.2 The Association owns 2,470 tenanted units and is factor to 1,200 owners. 1.3 The Association has a Management Committee and has four sub committees: Development Housing Services Finance & General Purposes Audit 1.4 The Association s Wider-Role activities are provided via the Association s wholly owned, non-charitable subsidiary, Govanhill Community Development Trust, which also owns and manages a portfolio of commercial properties. 1.5 The Association operates from our offices at Samaritan House, part of the former Royal Samaritan Hospital which was refurbished by the Association in Staffing 2.1 The Association s current staffing structure involves 73 (full time equivalent) staff deployed as follows : Director Senior Management Team o Development and Regeneration Services Manager o Housing Services Manager o Finance Manager o Corporate Services & HR Manager Development Team Housing Services Team Finance Team Corporate Services & HR Team Govanhill Community Development Trust

4 Govanhill Community Development Trust was established in It is a company limited by shares with all shares held by its parent, Govanhill Housing Association. The Trust has two main purposes: 1. To provide social, economic and environmental benefits for the Govanhill community The Trust acts as the community regeneration, development and support arm for Govanhill Housing Association. The Trust has a wider role within the community working closely with the Association and delivers a wide range of activities. These include: Promoting Govanhill as a place to live, work and do business Supporting the development of local people s employability Promoting and supporting local volunteering Supporting local people to develop their language and literacy skills Family supports, including access to wider services and raising awareness of rights and entitlements Supporting social enterprise development Improving the local environment Community gardening and growing Community empowerment and engagement Promoting community cohesion and integration 2. The letting and management of a significant portfolio of workspaces The Trust has progressively expanded its role in providing workspace and office accommodation. In doing so, the Trust has supported local economic development. We have a range of tenants including private businesses, community organisations, social enterprises, entrepreneurs and others. This role has protected a number of local buildings and provides an income that can be used to support the Trust s wider purposes.

5 Govanhill Community Development Trust works for the social, economic and environmental regeneration of Govanhill. We do this through the provision of affordable workspaces locally and a programme of community development activity. We are a wholly-owned subsidiary of Govanhill Housing Association a community controlled Registered Social Landlord operating in the Govanhill and Merrylee areas of Glasgow. The Association owns and manages 2,400 homes and provides a Factoring Service to a further 1,200 owners. It has a substantial Development, Major Repairs and Planned Maintenance Programme and delivers wider regeneration activity in partnership with Govanhill Community Development Trust. ENTERPRISE OFFICER FULL TIME - 35 HOURS PER WEEK (FIXED TERM TO END DECEMBER 2019) EVH GRADE 6 Spinal points ( 27,457-30,016) This Scottish Government and European Social Fund assisted post will support the establishment and development of new businesses and social enterprises in Govanhill. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will support a caseload of local people to set up in business or explore private enterprise opportunities as a route to employment. You will also work to support the establishment of local social enterprises and develop the capacity of existing social entrepreneurs and social enterprises. Taking an action planning approach, you will support individuals in an array of business disciplines: business planning, funding, finances, marketing, governance, HR, premises etc. You will also be responsible for developing and delivering an Enterprise capacity building training programme and looking for opportunities to develop improved partnership work within the Govanhill enterprise community. A key part of the role will be building and maintaining good working relationships with support agencies to maximise referral pathways and other opportunities for local people and businesses. If you share our commitment and would enjoy working within the diverse community of Govanhill, you can find further information in our application pack which can be obtained from our website or contact: GOVANHILL HOUSING ASSOCIATION, 79 Coplaw Street, Glasgow G42 7JG Telephone: recruitment@govanhillha.org Closing date: Tuesday 29 th May 2018 at 10 a.m. Interview date: Thursday 7 th June 2018 EVH conditions of service will apply. Govanhill Housing Association and its subsidiary, Govanhill Community Development Trust, is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

6 Job Description Job Title Enterprise Officer fixed term until end December 2019 Section Govanhill Community Development Trust Grade 6-27,457-30,016 Date Reviewed May Main Objectives of Post 1.1 To provide business advice and practical support to a caseload of individuals seeking to establish or develop private businesses and social enterprise organisations operating within Govanhill. 2. Accountability 2.1 To the Sustainable Communities Coordinator on a day to day basis and ultimately through the Director to the Management Committee. 3. Principle Duties 3.1 To provide support and advice to Govanhill residents who are exploring or developing social or private enterprise opportunities 3.2 To provide general business and practical advice to social and private enterprises already operating in Govanhill. 3.3 To provide specific advice to enterprises in relation to business planning, budgets, funding, governance, marketing, promotion etc 3.4 To develop and deliver a capacity building training programme for emerging or established social and private enterprises within Govanhill

7 3.5 To provide assistance with grant applications and to refer organisations to other agencies where appropriate for this purpose. 3.6 To build and maintain relationships with local enterprises and to deliver support in a professional yet user friendly manner, responding to the needs of the individual organisations. 3.7 To explore opportunities for enhanced partnership within and between the local social and private enterprise sector. 3.8 To closely monitor and record all engagements and report regularly on progress 3.9 To liaise with other public and private sector agencies to identify appropriate services and supports available to social and private enterprises and to build and maintain good working relationships with these agencies To adhere to the organisations policies, procedures & processes. 4. Other Duties 4.1 Attending meetings including occasional outwith normal office hours as required. 4.2 To undertake any other duties appropriate to the post and the needs of the organisation or as directed by management.

8 Person Specification Job Title Enterprise Officer fixed term until end December 2019 Section Govanhill Community Development Trust Grade 6-27,457-30,016 Date Reviewed May Education/Qualifications Essential Desirable 1.1 Diploma or above in a business related discipline, Community Development or similar relevant qualification 2. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Essential Desirable 2.1 Knowledge of the third sector and current issues and trends impacting third sector organisations 2.2 Practical knowledge of the challenges facing private businesses and the expertise required for them to operate effectively 2.3 A firm understanding of business planning, budgets, funding, governance, marketing, promotion and other key enterprise disciplines 2.4 Ability to develop good working relationships with local individuals, entrepreneurs and organisations. 2.5 Ability to build partnerships with development agencies, local government officers and other support bodies. 2.6 Commitment to tackle poverty, work towards equality and promote community cohesion 2.7 Strong organisational and time management skills including the ability to manage a diverse workload and to set and prioritise objectives with minimal supervision 2.8 Good verbal and written communication skills including report writing.

9 2. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Essential Desirable 2.9 Good IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access) and sound administrative skills Positive attitude to achieving targets Commitment to keeping updated in terms of best practise and changes in legislation 2.12 Ability to contribute to the wider objectives and values of GCDT and Govanhill Housing Association 2.13 Ability to demonstrate an understanding of equal opportunities legislation and experience of working in a diverse community Appreciation of the Health & Safety issues including lone working, working with groups and organising events.

10 RECRUITMENT OF ENTERPRISE OFFICER (FULL TIME 35 HOURS PER WEEK) FIXED TERM UNTIL END DECEMBER 2019 SUMMARY OF PRINCIPAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Govanhill Housing Association is a member of Employers in Voluntary Housing (EVH) and the terms and conditions for this job largely follow the EVH terms. A summary of the principal areas are as follows: Salary Scale The current EVH salary scale for this job is Grade 6 (Spinal Points 17-20) 27,457-30,016 Hours of work This post is for 35 hours per week and a flexi system is in operation. Holiday Leave 25 working days holiday leave and 15 days general and public holidays (pro-rata) is available. Pension Scheme The Association is a member of the Scottish Housing Associations Pension Scheme which you have the option of joining 3 months after your start date. Please note that this is currently under review. Notice Period One month by either party. This summary is for general guidance of applicants and will not form part of the contract of employment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references.

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