PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Evidence of capacity to manage projects with proven impact A self-motivated, independent worker who is determined, energetic and committed Knowledge of government, in particular in Scotland and Northern Ireland, the criminal justice system and the voluntary and women’s sector Evidence of production of high profile reports and publications and their impact Excellent organisational, written and verbal communication skills, report-writing and dealing with press and media Demonstrable ability to build long term sustainable relationships with decision makers, partner and other organisations and, crucially, beneficiaries of the programme Excellent planning, development and project management skills Capacity to take a flexible, creative approach An understanding of, and commitment to, women’s justice reform Excellent IT skills A willingness and ability to travel and be flexible with working arrangements General information The post is funded as part of the Big Lottery funded Prison Reform Trust programme to reduce women’s imprisonment across the UK The job will be based at the Families Outside offices in Edinburgh and will involve travel particularly within Scotland and Northern Ireland as well as to Prison Reform Trust offices in London If you have any enquiries or wish to discuss this role please contact; Jenny Earle () Telephone: 020 7251 5070
PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Evidence of capacity to manage projects with proven impact A self-motivated, independent worker who is determined, energetic and committed Knowledge of government, in particular in Scotland and Northern Ireland, the criminal justice system and the voluntary and women’s sector Evidence of production of high profile reports and publications and their impact Excellent organisational, written and verbal communication skills, report-writing and dealing with press and media Demonstrable ability to build long term sustainable relationships with decision makers, partner and other organisations and, crucially, beneficiaries of the programme Excellent planning, development and project management skills Capacity to take a flexible, creative approach An understanding of, and commitment to, women’s justice reform Excellent IT skills A willingness and ability to travel and be flexible with working arrangements General information The post is funded as part of the Big Lottery funded Prison Reform Trust programme to reduce women’s imprisonment across the UK The job will be based at the Families Outside offices in Edinburgh and will involve travel particularly within Scotland and Northern Ireland as well as to Prison Reform Trust offices in London If you have any enquiries or wish to discuss this role please contact; Jenny Earle () Telephone: 020 7251 5070
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