Job description:

The Harambee Organisation of Black Unity (HOBU) is looking to appoint a full time co-ordinator to take responsibility for the day to day activities and work to build the organisation. Based at the Marcus Garvey Centre in Birmingham the co-ordinator will take a lead role in the organisation, serving as the company secretary and as part of the Board. One of the principal roles of the co-ordinator will be to work to build the organisation membership. The intention is for this role to become permanent, which will depend on how successful the organisation becomes.

Role responsibilities:

·      Administrative duties for the organisation

·      Managing social media correspondence and updating the organisation’s social media pages.

·      Support the work of Make it Plain

·      Serve as company secretary

·      Managing the schedule for the Garvey Education Centre

·      Liaising with tenants of Harambee House

·      Build links with other Black organisations, locally, nationally and internationally

Skills & Abilities, and Requirements

The successful applicant will:

·      Be able to work with other community organisations

·      Committed to the ethos of the organisation

·      Be self-motivated and focused.

·      Be proficient in Microsoft programs (Microsoft Word & Excel in particular).

·      Be proficient in using social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook & Instagram in particular).

The successful applicant will also:

·      Be a current (dues paying) member or have the intention of becoming a member of the

       Harambee Organisation of Black unity.

Education

No specific level of educational qualification is required for this role. Shortlisted applicants will have a strong application in all areas of concern.

References

You will require at least one reference. Preferably this would be a professional reference. However a personal character reference will suffice.

To apply send your CV and a one page covering letter by Tuesday 4^th July to info@blackunity.org.uk