About Us
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. We tackle inequality, save, protect, and rebuild lives, especially during disasters. We address issues like land rights, climate change, and discrimination against women. We are part of 21 organizations working with partners and communities in over 90 countries.
Oxfam Purpose: To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering.
Trading Purpose: To generate funds to overcome poverty and suffering.
About our Oxfam Shops: Operating since 1948, our shops are central to our charity, raising funds and awareness. Guided by values of empowerment, accountability, and inclusiveness, they focus on maximizing revenue.
The Role of our Shop Managers: Shop managers are commercially aware, motivate teams, and create a safe, energetic environment. They hold high standards, aim for results, and are accountable. They work in a dynamic environment, often with volunteers taking on many tasks, and are key to our success. They are excellent communicators, creative, and proactive in attracting supporters.
Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding: We are committed to preventing misconduct, promoting welfare, and ensuring diversity and gender equality. We expect staff and volunteers to share these commitments.
Key Skills and Competencies required:
* Leadership qualities and experience
* Team building and development
* Results-driven with others
* Delegation, coaching, listening
* Friendly, approachable manner
* Time management under conflicting priorities
* Resilience to pressures
* Excellent communication skills
* Self-motivation and motivation of others
* Enthusiasm and a sense of fun
* Adaptability and support through change
* Commercial awareness and judgment
* Retail processes and merchandising
* Understanding financial reports
* IT literacy, numeracy, social media, e-commerce
* Adherence to Oxfam principles, diversity, and gender rights
How to apply: Upload your CV and cover letter online, demonstrating your suitability. All offers are subject to references and screening, including criminal background checks and DBS.
Our commitment to diversity: We strive for an inclusive, diverse workforce to better address global challenges, dismantling power structures and celebrating differences. Everyone is welcome and needed.
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