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ESF Effectiveness Officer	National Council for Voluntary Organisations
Salary	£30,717 (pro rata)
Location	London
Details	Do you want to live in a world where people make a positive contribution to society? We at the National Council for Voluntary Organisations passionately believe in the voluntary and community sector, and the power of civil society to inspire and transform lives – which is why we put our voice and support behind it. We listen. We respond. We lobby. We campaign. We lead. We support the sector. Join us and shape the future. £30,717 pa (pro rata) rising to £32,334 pa (pro rata) after completion of one year’s service Fixed term contract until August 2014 28 hours per week (4 days) Regents Wharf, London N1 You will analyse existing data around the added value that civil society provides to communities through the European Social Fund (ESF), focusing on key trends and best practice. You will also engage with members, communicate regularly with the Network for Effective European Funding and NCVO Eurogroup members, and support the development of the ESF work plan within NCVO. An outstanding communicator with strong research skills, you will ideally have experience of the policy environment, and an understanding of the issues affecting UK civil society. Experience of working autonomously to tight deadlines and agreed plans is essential.
Closing Date	14th November 2011
Contact	We cannot accept your CV but for an application pack, visit www.ncvo-vol.org.uk/jobs TEL: 020 7520 2537 (24 hr voicemail), or email recruitment@ncvo-vol.org.uk quoting the reference number ESFO. Interviews: Tuesday 22 November 2011. NCVO offers attractive benefits including 25 days’ annual leave, subsidised gym membership, flexible working, generous contributions to a stakeholder pension scheme and training and development opportunities. NCVO is an equal opportunities employer and holds the Investors in Diversity award and we welcome applications from everyone. Charity No. 225922. When applying please state that you saw the role advertised through Public Affairs Links.
Website	www.ncvo-vol.org.uk