VCSE Research

3 weeks ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Salford CVS Full time

VCSE Research & Insight Worker

NJC Scale Point 23: £32,076 FTE, actual for 22.5hrs £19,245.60

22.5 hours per week

Fixed Term

Eccles, Salford

In October 2022 Salford City Council commissioned Salford CVS to undertake research into the strengths of the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector as part of their Joint Needs and Strengths Assessment.

Every three years since 2008, Salford CVS leads on State of the VCSE Sector research in Salford and also across Greater Manchester. Working with other local infrastructure organisations, we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of the VCSE sector. Our last research report was published in 2021 and we have started planning for the research to be conducted this year.

In August 2023 we further developed our VCSE sector research and insight work with the commencement of our Salford 99 longitudinal study. This research project is designed to understand the issues affecting the VCSE sector in Salford and aims to track 99 VCSE organisations every six months for a three-year period, so that we gain 'live' insight in between our three-yearly State of the VCSE sector large research project. Alongside this work we conduct a Pulse Check survey with a variety of VCSE organisations to get a snapshot of what is changing for them each quarter.

This exciting VCS Research and Insight role involves a combination of VCSE engagement and insight work across Salford.

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience of research, data collection, analysis and excellent report-writing skills
Will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment within a team of dedicated, friendly people who believe in making a difference
Has fantastic organisational skills – able to multitask and work effectively in a busy team environment
Is able to effectively engage with a wide range of VCSE groups and organisations
Understands the importance of confidentiality - as you will be involved in conversations on sensitive and confidential topics
Enjoys working with a diverse range of people from a wide variety of backgrounds and organisations
Is passionate about the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector

If that sounds like you – then we want to hear from you

The Benefits of Working for Salford CVS

28 days' holiday - rising to 30 days (after five years), plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time)
Paid sick leave – subject to terms and conditions of service
A compassionate approach to dependants leave and compassionate leave - to help deal with life's unforeseen circumstances
Pension scheme - with 7% employer contribution (and 1% mandatory employee contribution)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Membership of the Hospital Saturday Fund via an employer subsidised scheme (optional and non-contractual)
RHS family membership (optional and non-contractual)
Development opportunities - we support and encourage our staff to progress in their careers (including formal training)
A supportive working culture

Closing date: Friday 24th May 2024 at 12 noon

Interview date: Friday 7th June 2024

We reserve the right to review applications before the closing date should we get sufficient applications.

Please note late applications will not be accepted.

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