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Do you have a heart for social justice? A commitment to supporting communities to develop new ways to tackle poverty and disadvantage?
Greater Together Manchester are looking to appoint a Social Justice Development Worker to join our team and champion social justice across the Diocese of Manchester. You will be part of a knowledgeable and dedicated team working on a range of social justice initiatives that look to change the lives of people all across the region.
We are looking for someone who is passionate and committed to social justice, who can take the lead on innovative project development, training and community development to help us deliver our programme to revitalise church-based social justice.
About Greater Together Manchester
Greater Together Manchester (GTM) is a visionary local charity which seeks mobilise communities across Greater Manchester, supporting churches and grassroots community leaders to create and develop social justice projects, to take on leadership roles and to engage with decision makers in order to tackle chronic issues of deprivation and disadvantage in their neighbourhoods. We also directly deliver a number of our own front-line services when this is the best way to tackle an urgent, acute need.
Founded as a joint initiative between the Diocese of Manchester and Church Urban Fund in 2015, Since 2015, GTM has supported 271 local community groups, provided training and support to 609 and grassroot community leaders and volunteers, secured more than £500,000 for local community initiatives, and supported 14,188 beneficiaries via our projects and programmes
It is an exciting time for GTM as we are creating our new strategy that will shape our mission and programmes of work over the next few years.
Purpose of the post
* To encourage the development of local churches’ response to poverty and social justice across the Diocese of Manchester, with a focus on developing sustainable projects that look to address the root causes of poverty.
* To identify and link with existing community groups working on issues relating to poverty and social justice.
* To help parishes work together with other sectors and stakeholders, encouraging collaboration and partnerships.
* To encourage a movement for change, encouraging churches to engage with practical action, advocacy and systems change.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Development and Delivery
* Work with the CEO of Greater Together Manchester to develop a work plan for engaging with existing parish based social justice projects and initiatives, with a focus on shifting from crisis response to prevention.
* Provide a range of development support to new projects and initiatives.
* Be the contact person for parishes seeking advice and support on addressing issues of social justice.
* Keep up to date with the work of national, regional and local organisations and charities that work in this space, as well as keeping up to date with government policies, initiatives and communicating these effectively to parishes and communities.
* Develop effective monitoring and evaluation systems that demonstrate the impact of GTM’s development work.
Revitalisation and Promotion of Church-Based Social Justice Work
* To be an informed and knowledgeable advocate and champion for issues of social justice.
* To meet with leaders from churches across the Diocese to assess their social justice work and offer support and guidance where necessary.
* Raise the profile of church based social justice initiatives and project across the Diocese and amplify the effectiveness and impact of the work of churches in tackling social injustice.
* Support parishes and church-based projects with the monitoring and evaluation of their work, allowing them to demonstrate their impact more easily and accurately.
* Develop relationships with local, regional and national funders.
* Support the delivery of the relevant training for churches across the Diocese on topics relating to social justice.
* Maintain accurate records of development activity with parishes and support parishes to record the impact of their activities.
Promote Effective Networking and Collaboration
* Develop networks of support around social justice issues, acting as a convener, bringing churches together to learn from one another, promoting good practice and encourage peer-support.
* Act as the Regional Coordinator for the Places of Welcome initiative.
* Develop good working relationships with other agencies addressing poverty both locally and nationally.
* Encourage churches to work together with other community groups, charities, and the public/statutory sector to address local issues
Other
* Raise the profile of GTM across the Diocese, encouraging parishes to engage and support our wider work.
* Work with the CEO and other relevant staff members to maintain and develop our relationship with Church Urban Fund and the Together Network.
* Prepare written reports to the Board of Trustees, funders and other partners as required.
* Build relationships with those in similar roles ecumenically.
Person Specification
Experience:
* Experience of working with church and community-based groups and projects
* Track record of building successful partnerships and working relationships with people at all levels, including people with lived experience
* Experience of working with volunteers and grassroots community leaders
* Facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to lead workshops, training sessions, and discussions
* Experience of developing and implementing robust monitoring and evolution frameworks and keeping accurate records
* Experience of business planning and marketing
* Track record of supporting church and community-based groups to secure funding
Knowledge:
* Strong understanding of social justice issues
* Knowledge of the faith and church sector, in particular the Church of England
* An understanding of the key role that churches play in their local communities and a commitment to promoting social justice as a core part of Christian mission
* An understanding of Christian Theology, with the ability to facilitate theological reflection in parishes
Skills:
* Self-motivated with the ability to work proactively, flexibly and independently, and to encourage and motivate others
* Excellent organisational skills, including time management and the ability to prioritise your workload
* Ability to work with complex situations, to problem solve and exercise sound judgement to deliver positive outcomes
* Excellent interpersonal skills, with good emotional intelligence
* Fully computer literate, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
* Willingness to work flexibly, with some evenings and weekends
* A commitment to the vision and values of Greater Together Manchester
* A commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in all areas of work
Other:
* Full driving license and access to a car
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
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