The purpose of this role is to provide administrative, project and event planning support to the Director of Network Programmes & Innovation. This will involve working with the Director and other colleagues to build a strong structure for the directorate as they work towards fulfilling their strategic goals.

Role responsibilities

·       Diary and Email Management- Review incoming correspondence for the Director of Network Programmes & Innovation and take action as appropriate; drafting emails and documents, collecting and analysing information, initiating communication with key stakeholders and supporting the Director’s work as part of the Senior Leadership team.

·       Event and Meeting Logistics - Organise regular meetings and events on behalf of the Director of Network Programmes & Innovation, liaising with external partners and key stakeholders.

·       Project Planning – Provide administrative and logistical support to develop and deliver a range of projects on behalf of the Director of Network Programmes & Innovation and the Operations leadership team.

·       Working with stakeholders - Work closely with people across the network and externally to ensure that the Network Programmes & Innovation directorate are engaged and represented as needed to maximise collaborative working.

·       Travel and logistics – Booking travel, hotel rooms and meeting rooms for the Director of Network Programmes & Innovation.

Person Specification

Technical skills and minimum knowledge:

·       Clear understanding of the need to maintain confidentiality.

·       Experience planning and supporting projects, events and meetings with multiple stakeholders;

·       Proven ability to operate with diplomacy, tact and empathy at all levels.

·       Strong written and oral communication and administrative skills and ability to adapt communication style as appropriate.

·       Highly organised and experience providing support for a Director and senior colleagues and developing strong working relationships with key partners at all levels of seniority.

Behaviours and competencies:

·       Demonstrates a commitment to the values of the Trussell Trust

·       Demonstrates a good understanding or capability to learn the principles underlying GDPR, other applicable legislation and best practice.

·       Effectively plans and organises tasks and activities which involve multiple partners

·       Spots opportunities and barriers for the Director of Network Programmes & Innovation and takes initiative to develop appropriate responses

·       Manages relationships with colleagues and participants with confidentiality, warmth, professionalism and sensitivity

·       Role models inclusive behaviours and values

Key Stakeholders

·       Network Programmes & Innovation Directorate

·       EA/PA Group

·       External partners

·       Key Funders

·       SLG