Current Vacancies

Vacancies have now arisen in our organisation.  
This is your opportunity to work for our successful and dynamic local grant-making charity. 

Strictly no Agencies.

Acorn House Officer

Part time - 25 hours per week 
Salary Range: £15,750 - £16,800 pro rata (Dependent on experience)
(Includes 5% pension contribution, payable on successful completion of 6 month probationary period).

This role will involve developing Acorn House as a city centre provider of services, resources and accommodation for the local voluntary and community sector, as well as for small and medium sized enterprises. Working closely with the Acorn House Manager, and the other Acorn House Officers, this post is key to the smooth running of the facilities, incl. the: 

- Conference and Training Suite
- Meeting Rooms
- Reception Area (first point of contact for all Acorn House visitors)
- Eat & Meet Cafe
- Accommodation Information
- Acorn House Membership Scheme.

Based in Acorn House, the work will include the provision of information, management of databases, event management, marketing, invoicing and room set up. As the successful applicant you will have excellent IT, numeracy and communication skills, be highly organised, approachable and able to offer support to all organisations and service users. 
You will enjoy working in a busy environment and be able to prioritise and work under pressure. The role involves some evening and weekend work (with time off in lieu) therefore a flexible approach is essential.
If you would like to work in a friendly, professional environment, and have the fulfilment that comes from really making a difference in the community then we would like to hear from you. 
For full details of the post please download these documents: essential skills and job description

To apply please download the application form and return to Gill Wright, Milton Keynes Community Foundation, Acorn House, 381 Midsummer Boulevard, Central Milton Keynes, MK9 3HP, or by email to:  gill.wright@mkcommunityfoundation.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 23 July 2010 at 4.30pm. 

Grant Assessor 

On-Going Occasional (Casual) Basis
£9.50 per hour
 
The Foundation is seeking to recruit a number of experienced people to undertake grant assessments during busy periods.

Reporting to the Grants Director, the Grant Assessors will be required to provide information to groups applying for funds, be involved in the grant application and evaluation process, which will include assessments, writing reports, making detailed records of grants meetings and information about groups applying for funds. 

The successful applicant will have excellent IT and communication skills, be highly organised, approachable and supportive, as well as possessing a high level of numeracy and very good writing skills.   
If you would like to be involved in the Foundation’s activities in supporting the voluntary and community sector, and be part of a friendly, professional team and have the fulfilment that comes from really making a difference in the community, then please contact us.

To apply, please download the application form and return to Gill Wright, Milton Keynes Community Foundation, Acorn House, 381 Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 3HN, or by email to gill.wright@mkcommunityfoundation.co.uk

TRUSTEE OF THE BOARD

The Board of Trustees is responsible for the governance, rather than day-to-day management of the Foundation. Each Trustee is required to give their time and expertise on a voluntary basis to make an important contribution to the Foundation's strategic aims, which requires having the interests of the community at heart.  This includes:
• making a commitment to the regular attendance at Board, Committee and Task Group meetings
• attendance at a range of receptions and events
• involvement in the Foundation's grant and fund development activities
• maintaining awareness of the Foundation's activities and also those of the local voluntary sector
• being an ambassador for the Foundation

Following the departure of two long standing trustees, the Board are now seeking people who have commitment to community issues and are able to contribute specific knowledge, expertise and skills in property development and management, the workings of national and local Government and portfolio investment.

If you are interested in selected to become a trustee, please contact Gill Wright for more information on 01908 304432 or e mail information@mkcommunityfoundation.co.uk.  

Consultants

From time to time we have specific project work at the Foundation on a consultancy basis for individuals with exceptional interpersonal skills, energy, and empathy towards community needs. These challenging positions require individuals with a range of experiences and exceptional organisational, IT and communication skills who are enthusiastic and approachable. You should have an eye for detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with whom you will work closely to provide information and expertise required to enable the organisation to achieve its objectives.

We regularly look for people with expertise in the following areas:

• marketing
• fund development
• project management
• finance
• administration
• grant assessment and evaluation

If you would like to be added to our pool of consultants then please contact us on 01908 690276 for an application form. (NOTE: a completed application form must accompany CVs).

The Foundation offers the opportunity to work in a friendly, professional environment, and the fulfilment that comes from really making a difference in the community. In most cases as a Consultant you will require your own car(business mileage is paid for).