Senior Administrator (Maternity Cover)

OFFICE OPERATIONS AND EVENTS  

• Act as a first point of contact for enquiries coming into both general and programme specific inboxes, via the website and phone. 

• Support on the smooth running of the London office. Tasks may include managing post, stationery orders, preparing and packing resources for training and events, and supporting on any other duties as required. 

• Act as one of the designated fire marshals and first aiders for the London office, with occasional support at other events as required (please note full training will be provided in these posts) 

• Support on the smooth running of organisational and programme events, including staff away days, and school events. Tasks may include managing guests lists and correspondence, liaising with event suppliers/contractors/schools, preparing and circulating briefing packs, attending and supporting at events when required, and any other event administration duties as required. 

   

PROGRAMME ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT   

• Managing programme specific communications related to our Award & Development and Mentoring programmes via email, phone, and website, including but not limited to general enquires and continued engagement with programme participants and volunteers. 

• Ensure accurate and up-to-date records are kept across programme databases (Excel and Salesforce)    

• Managing programme resources, including stock counts, and organising couriers. 

• Processing application data, and event registrations across the two programmes, including due diligence check processes such as DBS, right to work and reference checks. 

• Support with the onboarding of mentors and award recipients across the two programmes, ensure that all personal data and consent forms are collected and stored appropriately and in line with organisation policies. 

• Support in outreach to schools and mentors, including supporting online volunteer networks, as well as creation of email templates and resources 

• Support with the delivery of the Diana Award Development Programme, including scheduling Diana Award recipient blog posts and signposting to opportunities (both internally and externally). 

• Maintaining and updating volunteer expense processes in collaboration with Finance Team 

• Supporting with the organisation of programme events and training such as but not limited to, Online careers fair, career lounges, mentor networking and training sessions, annual volunteer appreciation events, award recipient networking events and opportunities.   

There may also be occasions where the administrative team provide support to other programmes/teams as required, however this will be subject to existing workload/capacity.  

PERSON SPECIFICATION

SKILLS  

• Able to maintain confidentiality and to share information appropriately and professionally.   

• Excellent organisation skills and ability to learn quickly. 

• Excellent customer support skills and telephone manner  

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 

• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team. 

• Excellent attention to detail  

• Problem solving skills, ability to trouble-shoot quickly and make decisions.  

• Commitment to learning and self-development.  

• Excellent IT skills, confident in the use of Microsoft Office (especially Outlook, Word and Excel) 

EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE 

• Experience of providing administrative support within a busy and high performing team   

• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment. 

• Experience in using digital tools and platforms, including Salesforce, and form building platforms (or a willingness to learn)  

• Experience working with schools in an administrative function (desirable). 

• Ability to work weekends and evenings when necessary to support Programme delivery across the year and around bigger events (approximately 2-3 a year). 

• Commitment to and ability to inspire commitment to The Diana Award’s vision, values and mission. 

• Commitment to follow The Diana Award’s Safeguarding Policy and processes at all times. 

   

This is a one-year contract (Maternity Cover) which will be contractually based from our London office; given the role requirements there will be an expectation to be in the office at least 3 days a week.

The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.