Operations Officer

Doyou want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Are you keen to make a difference to people directly supporting those in need?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We are looking for a new Purchasing Co-ordinator to join our finance team.  This is a remote working opportunity, and we are seeking applicants who have a proactive approach, a willingness to learn and a desire to help support our colleague in the delivery of advocacy.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for purchasing co-ordinator to join our finance team.  This is a new role within VoiceAbility and you, with the support of your line manager, will need to develop processes and procedures for purchasing goods and services to achieve best value for money, ensuring accurate records are maintained to assist in the reporting processes.

This is a remote role, so a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

About you

You will have some experience of working in finance, with Sage software, and desirably be a member of ATT, or actively studying to achieve this, or have a relevant purchasing qualification.  You will be able to work under pressure and prioritise you own workload, seeking support where needed.  You will have strong administrations skills, be able to process information confidentially, and have a high level of attention to detail. 

You will be self-motivated with the confidence to challenge the status quo, and be open to challenge, to achieve the best possible outcomes.

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring that our colleagues have the right equipment to undertake their role in ensuring an individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people they directly support.

You will support the organisation by ensuring that contracts for the services required are in place, achieving the best possible value for money. 

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our colleagues to deliver the highest levels of advocacy possible. 

Professional Development?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day.

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Separate Life Assurance Cover
• Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
• Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
• Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
• Support with continuous professional development

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; midnight on 4th February 2024, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

We look forward to hearing from you.