Project Manager

Reports to : LIPS Trustees and LIPS Committee

Responsible for : Oversight of Office, Volunteers programme and associated activities of LIPS.

Hours of Work : Part Time / Full Time

Salary : To be agreed

Contract period : Permanent. Subject to continued funding

Purpose of the role :

Develop and manage the programme of LIPS Volunteering Proactively recruit and mentor volunteers for LIPS in order to achieve its objectives.
Fundraise on behalf of LIPS, via grant applications, local Health Trusts, local authorities and organising and hosting various fundraising events.
Continually promote the values of LIPS via social media and events for local schools, clubs, employers, and relevant bodies.
Evaluate effectiveness of various LIPS initiatives by developing and utilising surveys, networking and communications with stakeholders, contributors and the public.
Ensure the Office is maintained to a professional standard and is welcoming to all visitors.
Carry out administrative duties and associated activities.

Main Tasks :

LIPS Volunteer Programme :

Lead on the recruitment, development, implementation, training, and evaluation of a volunteers’ programme.
Manage the practicalities of the programme, including development and maintenance of policies, procedures, standards, and budgets.
Be responsible for recruitment and vetting of volunteers, including processing references and AccessNI checks.
Monitor and review volunteers, ensuring they receive appropriate support and supervision.
Plan and host knowledge sharing and social sessions for volunteers.
Act as a central point of contact and for the coordination of volunteering enquiries.

Fundraising :

Research opportunities for applicable grants and assist in the completion of Application Forms.
Liaise with local Health Trusts and authorities with regards to potential support that could be offered to LIPS
Plan various fundraising events
Prepare and send out appropriate correspondence, invitations and thank you letters for all contributors.

Promotion of LIPS values

Liaise with local schools, clubs, employers and relevant bodies to provide workshops/ mental health and wellbeing awareness sessions.
Regularly post relevant information on social media and respond to queries.
Regularly provide newsletter to supporters of LIPS.

Administrative and associated activities

Provide data and written reports for internal and external feedback as required.
Keep all relevant databases up to date.
Oversee the smooth running of the office
Record all income promptly and accurately

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CRITERIA

GCSE C or above (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English: Essential
Commitment to the vision and strategic plan of LIPS: Essential
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, with people at all levels: Essential
Competent knowledge of ICT: Essential
Using client management or in-house databases for recording and collating data: Essential
Experience of using email and social media: Essential
Qualification relating to Mental Health and Wellbeing and/or experience of working in a Mental Health setting: Desirable
Qualification and or experience of current best practice in management: Desirable
Experience / ability of recruitment and/or supervision of others: Desirable
Must occasionally be able to work outside of usual working hours: Desirable
A clean full driving licence with access to a vehicle: Desirable

Closing Date: Friday 21st August 2026 at 5pm

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