Administration Assistant

An opportunity has arisen to join the River Kids team based in Broxburn.This role is initially to provide Maternity cover with a view to a possible permanent role going forward.

Reporting to the Charity Manager the main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Charity Manager to organise fundraising events throughout the year to increase/enhance the income of the Charity and also the Charity's profile.


• Updating and maintaining the Charity's social media channels with the aim of increasing engagement with our existing supporters and raising the charity's profile in the wider community.


• Supporting all aspects of the West Lothian Toy Appeal including the administration and maintenance of all associated databases throughout the year.


• Engaging with local Business to increase funding and support


• Handling e-mail and telephone enquiries


• Securing and managing volunteers and the organisations that provide them.
  
  Highly organised with excellent communication skills


• Experience or understanding of requirements to manage social media channels for a business/organisation


• Ability to engage positively with local business and community


• Highly motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative and plan workload


• Positive and enthusiastic attitude, including a flexible approach to developing and delivering the job


• Event Management experience is desirable, Administrative Assistants & Receptionists: 1 year (preferred)
  
  The administration assistant role within River Kids provides a great opportunity to work in a stress free environment creating positive outcomes for disadvantaged children in the local community. We are a small team who support each other to achieve the Charities goals.


Founded in 2005, River Kids are a charity who help disadvantaged local children and their respective families in the West Lothian region and the wider community. Below are the main services we provide:

• Through our referral system, we supply preloved and new clothing, shoes, toys and household items to families who are struggling financially or through circumstance have little possessions.


• Volunteering & employment opportunities for young adults who are experiencing barriers to employment.


• Managing the West Lothian Toy Appeal which provides gifts on birthdays, Christmas and at Easter.
  
  4.8 out of 5

63-67 East Main Street, Broxburn EH52
£12 an hour - Part-time, Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• Casual dress


• Company pension


• On-site parking


• Sick pay, We will also consider part time hours for this role (minimum 20 hours per week) for the right candidate.Can be arranged around school runs or other commitments. Please contact us to discuss further if required.


Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £12.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress


• Company pension


• On-site parking


• Sick pay


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday