At a Glance
- Tasks: Support employment and training opportunities across Devon with essential admin and customer service.
- Company: Join the passionate team at Connect to Work Devon.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience while making a difference in people's lives.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Help individuals overcome barriers to employment and achieve their goals.
- Qualifications: Strong admin skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to diversity.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
INTERNAL ONLY (Devon County Council Employees Only)
Help people across Devon access employment, learning and training opportunities.
We are looking for a highly organised and customer-focused Economic Development Coordinator to join the Connect to Work Devon service.
This exciting role will provide essential administrative and customer service support across the wider Connect to Work service in Devon, including our network of Employment and Youth Hubs.
Working as part of a supportive and passionate team, you will help ensure participants, employers, partners and stakeholders receive an excellent service while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the programme.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills, a positive attitude and a commitment to helping people achieve their employment goals.
About Connect to Work Devon
Connect to Work Devon supports individuals who face barriers to employment by providing tailored support to help them move towards and into sustainable work.
The service works collaboratively with local partners, employers and Employment and Youth Hubs to ensure residents across Devon can access the right support at the right time.
The Role
As an Economic Development Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Connect to Work programme by:
- Providing administrative support across Connect to Work, Employment and Youth Hubs.
- Acting as a first point of contact for participants, employers and stakeholders.
- Managing enquiries by telephone, email and in person.
- Supporting referral and participant onboarding processes.
- Maintaining accurate records and databases in line with data protection requirements.
- Scheduling appointments, meetings and events.
- Supporting project reporting and performance monitoring.
- Processing documentation and maintaining case management systems.
- Assisting with the organisation of workshops, outreach events and engagement activities.
- Supporting communication activities, including distributing information and promotional materials.
- Working collaboratively with delivery staff and partners to ensure a high-quality customer experience.
About You
We are seeking someone who
- Has experience providing administrative support within a busy environment.
- Has excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.
- Has strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Can maintain accurate records and handle confidential information appropriately.
- Has excellent attention to detail.
- Is able to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
- Demonstrates a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Location
- Devon, UK
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