Category: Job Opportunities

Full time, permanent | Salary: £36,274 + 6% pension contribution

Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer

RotherFed is looking for an organised, motivated and community-focused Project Manager to lead Changemakers, our 3-year National Lottery funded community-led environmental sustainability project.

This exciting role will support communities to take practical climate action, reduce energy costs, improve living conditions and strengthen residents’ voices on climate issues. You will manage a small delivery team, work closely with local partners and help develop a scalable model for resident-led environmental action.

About the role

• Lead delivery of the Changemakers project in line with agreed outcomes, funder requirements and organisational policies.
• Line Manage and support the Community Energy Adviser and Community Engagement Officer.
• Support residents and community-led groups to take practical climate action and reduce energy costs.
• Build strong partnerships and ensure inclusive, accessible community engagement.
• Monitor progress, capture learning and report on outcomes to funders, trustees and partners.

We’re looking for someone who has

• Experience of managing staff and funded projects.
• Strong project management, communication and reporting skills.
• Experience of community development, engagement or organising.
• An understanding of climate action, fuel poverty, energy efficiency and inclusion.
• A commitment to resident-led approaches, equality, diversity and social justice.

If you are passionate about supporting communities, tackling inequality and helping residents take action on climate and energy issues, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

For further details and to request an application pack, please contact: Sarah Fletcher on 07538 625113 or email sarah.fletcher@rotherfed.org

Key dates

Closing date for applications: 7^th September at 10am

Interviews will be held on: 8th September

Full-time, permanent | 37 hours per week | Salary: £26,363 | Based across Rotherham

RotherFed is looking for a motivated and community-focused Community Engagement Officer to support residents across Rotherham to take part in Changemakers, a three-year community-led environmental sustainability project funded by the National Lottery.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside residents, community groups, volunteers and partners to support practical climate action, reduce energy costs, improve local environments and help people have a stronger voice on climate issues affecting their communities.

About the role

• Engage residents and community groups in practical environmental sustainability activities.
• Support local climate champions, volunteers and community-led groups to develop confidence and take action.
• Work with partners to promote energy awareness, environmental improvements and community cohesion.
• Contribute to project monitoring, learning and the development of a community-led model for local climate action.

We’re looking for someone who has

• Experience of working in community-based settings and supporting residents, groups or volunteers.
• Strong communication, listening and relationship-building skills.
• An understanding of barriers faced by communities experiencing poverty, disadvantage or exclusion.
• A commitment to environmental sustainability, community empowerment and equal opportunities.

If you are passionate about supporting communities, tackling inequality and helping people take practical action on climate and energy issues, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

For further details and to request an application pack, please contact: Sarah Fletcher on 07538 625113 or email sarah.fletcher@rotherfed.org

Key dates

Closing date for applications: 7th September at 10am

Interviews will be held on: 8th September

Community Support Worker – Full Time 37 hours                                    

Salary – £23,468 per annum – fixed term until December 2023

Rotherham Federation are seeking an experienced Community Support Worker to join their team to work on the “Making Our Money Go Further” project supporting community groups to form, develop and improve their skills, knowledge, and resilience in relation to money management.   

Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote the Making Our Money Go Further project and support the formation of community groups.
• To support groups and individuals with money management matters, improving their skills and knowledge and reducing their stress and anxiety.
• Provide planned and ad-hoc support to community groups formed through the Making Our Money Go Further project including delivering face to face and online/digital sessions.
• Work in partnership with Citizens Advice Rotherham and refer clients for one-to-one advice sessions.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers to develop their confidence and skills, and become “Money Champions”.
• Support and train other service providers to develop their knowledge and skills regarding Money Management.
• Monitor the impact and effectiveness of the work through agreed monitoring and data capture systems.
• To deliver and report on specific targets and outputs as determined by funding requirements.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 1 years’ experience of providing support and guidance to groups and individuals in a community-based setting.

For further details and to request an application pack, please contact: Sarah Fletcher on 07538 625113 or email sarah.fletcher@rotherfed.org

The closing date for applications is 26th September 2022 at 10am with interviews held on 30^th September 2022.  Shortlisted applicants will be contacted on the 26^thSeptember and invited to an interview.

TBC – Interviews will be face to face or held online via Zoom or Teams.

Successful candidates will have a DBS check carried out.

Appointment will be subject to suitable references.