Job Description
World Jewish Relief created the Specialist Training and Employment Programme (STEP) for refugees in 2016 and today we are the largest provider of specialist employment support to refugees in the UK.
STEP aims to improve integration for refugees through a targeted employment programme that addresses the complex barriers refugees face in preparing for, and ultimately finding, work in the UK. We support all refugees, regardless of their proximity to the labour market, to develop the skills and identify the opportunities they need to secure sustainable employment.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Programme Manager to manage and develop our successful STEP Forward programme, which focuses specifically on reducing the barriers faced by women refugees and supporting them make informed decisions about their lives and continued integration pathways. This role will focus on developing STEP Forward, building and implementing new initiatives using robust evidence and MEL to improve the programme, securing funding and general management of the programme to ensure it meets KPIs.
About you
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Demonstrable experience of managing livelihoods programming, ideally within the refugee or migration sector
- Demonstrable experience of working on programmes supporting women
- Understanding of the barriers faced by refugee women
- Experience supporting and working alongside delivery partners
- Demonstrable experience of monitoring and evaluation processes
- Experience leading teams and supporting staff development
- Advanced knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office and CRM databases
- Understanding of the issues and challenges faced by people with experience of forced migration in accessing employment
- Experience in grant management, including reporting requirements and managing budgets
- Proficiency in data analysis and using data to drive decision making
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with partners
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including:
- 23 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays.
- Pension scheme we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
- Life Insurance up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
- Health Cash Plan cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
- Season ticket / travel to work loan.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- On Friday the office closes at 3pm.
- We encourage flexible working and offer a range of flexible working options
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
World Jewish Relief promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We invite and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates of different ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation and of faith or none that meet the criteria set out for this role. You don t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must share our desire to assist those who need help based on their vulnerability, not their identity, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.
To apply
Please upload your CV and a cover letter which outlines why this role appeals to you and how you meet the criteria in the person specification.
