Job Description
The details for the selected vacancy are shown below.Advert Title: Community Centre Manager, DublinSummary:The Community Centre Manager is responsible for the overall management of the daily operations of a Community Centre in the Fingal area, including reporting to the Board/Representatives of the Board, management and engagement of clients and activities, and general management including staff management. They will be the main point of contact for the Centre, and in line with the Community Centre’s mission, aims and objectives, will endeavor to provide a positive focal point for the relevant local communities and strive to meet the needs of the diverse local communities in an inclusive way through the provision of space which supports the promotion of participation in sport, leisure, educational and recreational activities, whilst maximizing the use of the Centre.Main duties and responsibilitiesPrimary Duties:Act as the main point of contact for the Community Centre.Report directly to the Board of Management/Representative on strategic planning, financial matters, pricing, and staff issues on a monthly basis, along with development and implementation of good Governance Policies and Procedures.Develop Business and Marketing Plans that will build on the existing income streams, provide future direction for the Centre, promote further community engagement, and increase awareness and footfall into the Centre.Implement the Community Centre’s Business aims and objectives.Develop close working relationships with all stakeholders (including but not limited to Local Development Groups, Resident Associations, local Schools, Empower, Foróige, DDLETB, Local Garda, Fingal County Council, and local groups and organizations) to ensure that there is a suitable healthy environment for everyone using the Centre.Develop close working relationships with all Clients.Be fully familiar with health and safety policies and procedures and ensure that the appropriate procedures are applied in the event of an emergency, lead in all fire evacuation drills, ensure that calm is maintained at all times.Provide a welcoming and warm environment for all customers and visitors to the Centre.Respond to initial enquiries including showing potential hirers for the Centre around, answering the telephone, replying to e-mails, and using online tools.Ensure all processes/procedures are implemented.Produce monthly reports, letters, and other documentation as directed.Ensure effective maintenance of the building, including maintenance programmes, ensuring the supervision of contractors and others regarding work in the building in line with the safe system of work.Financial management to include developing/managing the Centre’s budgets to ensure income and expenditure are in line with targets, financial systems are adhered to, and financial information is prepared for the annual audit.Apply for relevant grants and funding for the Centre to ensure financial sustainability and expand on the current range of services.Staffing - recruitment/selection of Staff and daily management, motivation and development of staff, carrying out performance reviews, etc. Ensure salaries/hours worked are submitted accurately and on time to payroll.Ensure all Environmental, Health and Safety guidelines are met and maintained and that approved safe systems of work (including Permit to Works) are adhered to.Work with the Coffee Shop Manager and oversee the general day-to-day operation and financial management of the coffee shop while continuing to develop the business within the coffee shop as a social enterprise.Maintain confidentiality on all matters relating to the Centre’s users and general Centre’s business.Oversee invoicing of all Clients in a timely manner and payment to ensure healthy cash flow and avoidance of bad debts.Maintain appropriate filing systems and records.Liaise with Key holding company and participate in keyholding out of hours contact list.Manage and maintain an up-to-date pre-planned maintenance schedule.Manage budgets in conjunction with the Board of Directors.Exhibit excellent problem-solving abilities and resolve challenging situations in a calm, effective, and timely manner.Liaise with Pobal contact, ensuring all requirements/policies are in place and adhered to (where applicable).Liaise with the CE Supervisor in relation to CE participants.Liaise with TUS Supervisor in relation to TUS participants.Participate in Fingal County Council's Facilities Network and attend master classes.Be innovative in the development of Community Based Projects and the rollout of same.Other duties as required.The ideal candidate/CharacteristicsCapability to handle authority and delegate responsibility.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Solution-minded.Understand safe working practices and health and safety legislation.Ability to work as part of a team or self-directed.Analytical.Well-organised and capable of prioritising own work.IT Literate with an innovative flair.Flexible, honest, and reliable.Experience working with/in not-for-profit organisations.Strong financial management experience.Working PatternMon to Fri, 9 am - 5:30 pm; however, some evenings and weekends may be required.Ref: 13652 #J-18808-Ljbffr