We are looking for an enthusiastic, agile and confident Administration Officer, to help us make a real difference to EKHUFT hospitals. We raise and receive money in order to fund projects and initiatives that enhance the hospital and patient environment, and have an opportunity for someone to support us on our ambitious journey.

Our new Administration Officer will support our fundraisers and charity projects and events, helping us to maximise the Charity’s income. We want someone who feels comfortable communicating with staff, patients, families and our communities and who is motivated to help us raise the profile of the Charity.

This is a fixed term 12-month role. This is a Band 3 role, which equates to £22,816 - £24,336 per annum (pro rata where applicable). We can consider part time roles, and flexible working opportunities.

Could you help us to make a difference? Find out more through the job description!


Main duties of the job
Charity Administration Officer Band 3 - Advert:

We are East Kent Hospitals Charity. We are here to help your hospitals.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, agile and confident Administration Officer, to help us make a real difference to EKHUFT hospitals. We raise and receive money in order to fund projects and initiatives that enhance the hospital and patient environment, and have an opportunity for someone to support us on our ambitious journey.

Our new Administration Officer will support our fundraisers and charity projects and events, helping us to maximise the Charity’s income. We want someone who feels comfortable communicating with staff, patients, families and our communities and who is motivated to help us raise the profile of the Charity.

This is a fixed term 12-month role. This is a Band 3 role, which equates to £21,730 - £23,177 per annum (pro rata where applicable). We can consider part time roles, and flexible working opportunities.

Could you help us to make a difference? Find out more through the job description!

Working for our organisation
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 695,000 people.

Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’.

We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.”

If you are considering applying for any vacancy with East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust (EKHUFT) please ensure you are comfortable being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and that you understand that we are treating COVID-19 positive patients within our hospital.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please find attached full Job Description and Person Specification to assist in completing your application

Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
Educated to A level standard or equivalent qualification

Knowledge of database and Microsoft packages

Awareness of best fundraising practice

Desirable criteria
Familiarity with NHS fundraising

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop & InDesign

Skills
Essential criteria
Excellent communication and presentation skills

Ability to influence, motivate and encourage others

Ability to understand and interpret highly complex information and willingness to develop skills in this area

Excellent command of English language (written and verbal)

Excellent numeric abilities

Excellent written abilities shown by the ability to produce concise, accurate reports

Excellent IT skills

Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Excellent time management and prioritisation skills

Ability to problem solve

Governance
Essential criteria
Awareness of NHS Structures and Governance

Awareness of Project Governance and tools/techniques

Desirable criteria
Knowledge of NHS Structures and Governance

• Knowledge of Project Governance and tools/technique

Personal / Professional Attributes
Essential criteria
Ability to work within a team and independently

Good presentational experience and communication skills

Ability to develop projects and basic budgets

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate with donors and staff

Leadership skills to motivate and inspire supporters and colleagues

Ability to work under pressure

Other
Essential criteria
Upholds and models the Trust values

Further details / informal visits contact
Name

Dee Neligan (via Paul Burch)

Job title

Head of Charity

Email address

paulburch@nhs.net

Telephone number

01227 866405