We are proud to be partnering with an education focused charity that work with social entrepreneurs, organisations and philanthropists that share their vision to ensure young from lower socio-economic backgrounds are given opportunities in education and beyond, helping them reach their true potential
As the Foundation prepares to recruit its third cohort of Scholars, we need an organised and proactive individual to take on the administrative work needed to support their growth. You will work closely with the Head of Strategy and Operations on a day-to-day basis to ensure the Foundation's operational functions run smoothly. This role will initially be offered on a temp basis for a minimum of 3 months with potential to become permanent. You will be required to work in their London office on Tuesdays and Thursdays with 3 days working from home.
Your role will include minuting meetings, diary management, booking travel and accommodation for the team, applicants and Scholars, and overseeing expenses claims for applicants and Scholars. Your role will include supporting assessment centres across the UK. You will work collaboratively with the wider team in support of their recruitment campaigns, assessment centres and events, and play a key role in their work to ensure family income is not a barrier to postgraduate study.
Key Responsibilities:
- Book online and in-person meetings for the CEO and Head of Strategy and Operations as necessary, including communicating with external stakeholders
- Book travel and accommodation for the team, Board members and other stakeholders as necessary
- Schedule Advisory Board meetings
- Schedule Student Advisory Board meetings
- Minute meetings ranging from quarterly Advisory Board to weekly Team meetings, and provide high quality notes and actions log to support smooth running of the organisation Expenses management
- Take on the administration of applicant and Scholar expenses in collaboration with Programme Officer and Purposeful Ventures' finance team
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a call to brief you on the role. We are looking forward to connecting with you.