Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Project Management
- Reporting: Regularly meet with and update the board on progress
- Manage and report on the budget
- Monitoring: Maintain accurate records and contribute to reposting on program outcomes and produce impact reports
- Risk Management: Identity, evaluate and control risks that could impact the project
- Develop and deliver regular training programs for peer supporters
- Keep up to date with best practices in peer support and training development
- Liaise with the Peer Aid and lived experience team on training delivery and quality
- Adhere to and implement training Quality Assurance processes
- Work within a multidisciplinary team to provide best oversight and safeguarding practices
International Collaboration
- Implement processes for international work
- Work closely with out US partners to ensure policies and processes related to the GRI partnership are followed
- Coordinate work alongside US-based colleagues and partners
- Scope out new international partners and opportunities
Reporting and Communication
- Regularly meet with and update the project board on work progress
- Manage and report on the budget regularly
- Attend and present at relevant conferences
- Engage in effective stakeholder management
Continuous Improvement
- Stay informed about sector developments and best practices
- Contribute to the development and implementation of service evaluation methods
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting on program outcomes
Person Specification
Qualifications or Relevant Experience
- Professional experience in a similar role, preferably in addiction support services with international exposure
- Desirable professional qualification in project management
- Strong understanding of recovery principles and peer support models
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly and respond to diverse needs across different cultures
- Experience in volunteer management and training delivery
- Proficiency in project management and budget reporting
Essential Skills & Knowledge
- Effective stakeholder management and relationship building
- Proficiency in data management and reporting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong problem solving and ability to use own initiative
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discrimination principles
- Ability to maintain clear and consistent boundaries
- IT literacy
- Understanding of safeguarding practices for children and adults
- Knowledge of international community resources and support services
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively in diverse international contexts
