Job Opportunities

CLARE, which stands for Creative Local Action Responses and Engagement, is a community-led voluntary organisation working within North Belfast that enables vulnerable adults and older people to maintain their independence and reduce social isolation and loneliness.

Due to retirement, we are currently seeking our next dynamic and enthusiastic Operations Manager who wants to take their career to the next level and make a real difference on the ground.

Open to flexible working arrangements, and supported by funding from the Public Health Agency, we’re focusing on getting the best person for the job. We’re about working as a team, securing the best people, and making an impact in the community.

The Operations Manager will be responsible for strategic, operational and staff management of the CLARE project. In the initial period, he/she will be required to work closely with the Development Manager (Chief Officer) to further develop our culture of compassionate care, innovation, and excellence.

What we are looking for:

• Are you passionate about helping people in the community?
• Do you have a 3rd level qualification or relevant professional qualification in social work, nursing, an allied health professional, or community development?
• Do you have a minimum of three years full-time (five years’ part-time) management experience?
• Do you show leadership and take responsibility for decision making?

What’s in it for you:

• Would you like to be able to work for an innovative award-winning and forward-thinking community led voluntary organisation?
• Avail of an attractive job package with flexible working arrangements and ongoing continuous personal development
• Access to a range of training courses and professional development opportunities.
• A real work – life balance, supporting you to support the community.
• A generous annual leave entitlement.
• An opportunity to make a real difference using the innovative CLARE approach.

Please download the application pack below for further information and to apply.

(If you’re not a fan of typing reams and you’re up for it, you can even submit a video for part of your application).

For an informal chat about the role please contact Glenda Burns, Development Manager (Chief Officer) on 07513 824057.

Completed application forms should be sent to recruitment@clare-cic.org no later than 5.00pm Tuesday 2nd April 2024.