Job Type: Fixed term contract - Contract length: 18 months
Pay: From £27,300.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Are you a confident and tenacious individual with networking skills to build strong lasting relationships within local communities? We are looking for our next top talent to help us secure new partnerships and increase our membership across the Sheffield City Region.
About the role...
Sheffield Credit Union is seeking a confident and tenacious individual to expand membership across the Sheffield City Region. Working with Financial Inclusion South Yorkshire (our registered Charity, or FISY as we call it !) to build partnerships, engage stakeholders, and raise awareness of the products and services available to households in our local communities.
Ideally you will have ;
A passion to help the financially underserved and excluded citizens of the Sheffield City Region and educate members on their journey to financial well-being.
Commitment to the not-for-profit, co-operative sector.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Several years experience in relationship development up to board level.
Experience in a regulated environment (preferably Financial Services).
Proficient in managing social media, media relationships, and lead generation.
Knowledge and passion for helping local communities.
Credit Union experience would be desirable.
Understanding of issues concerning the financially excluded and unbanked families of our region.
Knowledge of local charity and government support for low-income families.
Experience with grant funding applications and tender writing processes would be desirable.
Responsibilities:
Recruit, train and develop a team of part-time Community Ambassadors to work with community groups in specific postcode areas of Sheffield.
Along with your team of Ambassadors, you will proactively represent the credit union in local networks and organizations, securing presentation opportunities.
Deliver engaging presentations in corporate and community settings.
Network and gather community insights for business development strategy.
Build relationships, both independently and within a team.
Travel within South Yorkshire and beyond.
Support local business and community initiatives to increase membership
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
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