Operational Manager in Manchester

Greater Manchester Coalition of Disabled People (GMCDP) is looking for a practical, committed, and values-led Operational Manager to help us deliver our work, support our team, and keep our day-to-day operations running smoothly.

We’re a well-respected Disabled People’s Organisation with a long history of campaigning, influence, and grassroots action.

This is a newly created role within the organisation, designed to ensure our internal operations, staff support, and coordination of work stays on track, especially during a time of change and growth. As Operations Manager, you will take the lead on this work.

You’ll be someone who:

• Has demonstrable experience driving operational change, introducing new systems, and improving efficiency within an organisation
• Has experience of coordinating people and projects in a community or voluntary sector setting
• Brings strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• Is confident managing staff and supporting a collaborative and inclusive workplace
• Shares our commitment to the Social Model of Disability and to working in a principled, rights-based way

You’ll work closely with our Chief Officer and staff team to make sure GMCDP remains responsive, efficient, and inclusive in how we operate day to day.

This is a part-time role (21 hours per week) with flexibility in how hours are worked.

Location: Home/remote, with occasional in person meetings

Application deadline: Noon (12pm) on Friday 5 th December 2025
To apply: Please refer to the Application Job Pack

For an informal chat about the role or to request the application in a different format, please contact: bethany@gmcdp.com

Key information

• Employer: Greater Manchester Coalition of Disabled People (GMCDP)
• Locations: Remote
• Role Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Part-Time

To apply for this role:

To apply: Please refer to the Application Job Pack: https://gmcdp.com/jobs

For an informal chat about the role or to request the application in a different format, please contact: bethany@gmcdp.com

More about this role

• Closing Date: Friday 5th December 2025 at 12:00pm
• Closing Time: 12noon
• Contact Name: Bethany Berry
• Contact Information: bethany@gmcdp.com
• Flexible Working Options: Flexitime, Part time
• Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes