Jobs in Pollokshields, Glasgow

To develop and assist the delivery of the day to day operations of the Springboard project. Ensuring high -quality service in line with the ethos, values, protocols and services standards of Awaz voice of the community, relevant legislation, funders agreed outcomes.,

Undertake general reception duties by answering telephone, dealing with general enquiries and welcoming visitors to the office. Maintain security by following procedures, monitoring in, out book, issuing visitors badges. Maintain safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.

Full job description

• assist in establishing and operating all necessary administrative systems, procedures and routines including communication system e.g. mailing systems as needed for efficient operations.
• assist in establishing, operating (including backing up as necessary) appropriate information storage and retrieval systems (e.g. paper and electronic filing systems) and in particular ensure the keeping of all records and documentation to comply with all routine requirements e.g. data protection act.
• assist in all aspects of running the radio station
• undertake other administrative support e.g. photocopy and collating paper as required.
• help with all administrative aspects of special events e.g. conference, including organizing room bookings, catering, refreshments etc. provide general administrative support to staff and board members
• observe and comply with Awaz FM policies, procedures, systems and standards contribute to their implementation and development.
• undertake any other duties which reasonably fall within the scope and level of the post.

Person Specification

• computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft office package.
• office system and procedures experience of working as a part of team or own initiative.
• to respond to queries and problem solving.
• setting up and maintain filing systems.
• effective listening, verbal and communication skills.
• excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• ability to plan, organize and priories work load to meet deadlines.
• ability to speak Urdu/Punjabi or Hindi

Would you like the opportunity to develop your experience in the community sector and support a flourishing women’s organisation?

We’re looking for a new Chair for the Glendale Women’s Cafe Board of Trustees!

The Glendale Women’s Cafe creates a cohesive neighbourhood in Pollokshields by empowering local women. We offer a safe and welcoming space in which women can come together to learn, create, enjoy and support each other.

In this role, you will help shape the direction and governance of the organisation, supporting the fantastic board and staff team to deliver a variety of social and well being opportunities for the women of Pollokshields.

Becoming the Chair of Glendale Women’s Cafe

Right now is a really exciting time to join Glendale, as we embark on our 3 year strategy for the organisation. In the last 10 years the organisation has grown and developed, and we are now in a position to begin the next phase of our work. To support us in this we have lined up development and strategy sessions with Kinharvie, who will help guide the board into this next phase. Joining the board as the Chair now means playing a very valuable part in this direction, and will have a meaningful lasting impact on the lives of the women who are part of the cafe community.

What we can offer our new Chair

• External mentoring from the Cranfield Trust
• Training and development opportunities, particularly around leadership and charity governance.

Time Commitment

Time commitment is a big question for most people when thinking about joining a board; especially in the role of Chair.

We hope that the time you give to Glendale will be rewarding and beneficial to you, however, we will do our best to make sure the role can work around your life, work and other commitments. Please note we meet six times a year, usually on Tuesdays during cafe hours (9am-3pm).

Would you like the opportunity to develop your experience in the community sector and support a flourishing women’s organisation?

We’re looking for new people to join the Glendale Women’s Cafe Board of Trustees!

The Glendale Women’s Cafe creates a cohesive neighbourhood in Pollokshields by empowering local women. We offer a safe and welcoming space in which women can come together to learn, create, enjoy and support each other.

In this role, you will help shape the direction and governance of the organisation, supporting the fantastic staff team to deliver a variety of social and well being opportunities for the women of Pollokshields.

Right now is a really exciting time to join Glendale, as we embark on our 3 year strategy for the organisation. In the last 10 years the organisation has grown and developed, and we are now in a position to begin the next phase of our work. To support us in this we have lined up development and strategy sessions with Kinharvie, who will help guide the board into this next phase. Joining the board now means playing a very valuable part in this direction, and will have a meaningful lasting impact on the lives of the women who are part of the cafe community.

We would welcome people with the following experience:

• fundraising
• HR
• charity management and strategy
• communications and marketing
• most importantly a passion for what we do and a desire to support it

Time commitment

Time commitment is a big question for most people when thinking about joining a board. We hope that the time you give to Glendale will be rewarding and beneficial to you, however, we will do our best to make sure the role can work around your life, work and other commitments. Please note we meet six times a year, usually on Tuesdays during cafe hours (9am-3pm).