Maldon

Maldon and District CVS – Staff Vacancies

 

Maldon and District Community Voluntary Service exists to support thriving and strong communities in the Maldon District. The charity was set up in response to a community need for voluntary sector infrastructure support. Our services are designed to support and develop the local voluntary and community sector to thrive for the benefit of local people and the towns and villages they live in.

Current Vacancies:

Operations Manager

We are looking to recruit an Operations Manager to support the development and management of MDCVS charity activities and services with a particular focus on the operational delivery and strategic development of community-based projects. The operations manager will be responsible for developing and delivering projects that further the mission of Maldon and District CVS to create thriving, connected and healthy communities. This will include considering the strategic direction of MDCVS and working in partnership with communities, cross sectors, the MDCVS director and trustee board to create
projects and opportunities that benefit the community and contribute to the sustainability and impact.

To apply, please complete the application form.

Deadline date: Monday 7th April 9am

For full job description, click here Operations manager


Project Officer – Social Supermarket

Social Community Supermarkets are community-led initiatives which provide access to nutritious food for a fraction of what these items would cost in a regular supermarket. They enable people on low incomes to stretch their budgets further each week, helping to prevent crisis situations from arising in household finances resulting in the need to access food bank style support.

The Project Officer – Social Supermarket will support the delivery of a mobile Social Supermarket in the districts of Maldon and Braintree. The role will include supporting the smooth running of supermarket sessions alongside supporting tasks such as managing stock and supporting promotion.

To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to peter@maldoncvs.org.uk

Deadline date: Monday 24th March 9am

For full job description, click here Social Supermarket Project Officer JD March 2025


Community Projects Officer

Maldon and District CVS are always looking for dedicated community minded people to join our projects team. Project officers will  support the delivery of projects and activities that further the mission of Maldon and District CVS to create thriving, connected and healthy communities. This support will include working in partnership with communities and sectors to offer opportunities for physical activity, digital inclusion, mental wellbeing, peer support and crisis response.

As part of the projects team the role will involve organising and promoting activities, undertaking administration task and supporting and encouraging individuals to connect with services and activities.

We are looking for people for up to 20 hours a week on a fixed term contract or a flexible zero hours basis as suits applicants.
If you are interested in joining our team please send a CV and cover letter to sarah@maldoncvs.org.uk. Please include in your cover letter
  • Your interest in the role
  • How you meet the person specification
  • The hours you may be interested in working
If you would like to discuss this role further before applying please contact Sarah on 01621 851891.
A DBS check may be requested depending on the nature of the role and will be discussed in advance.

For full job description here: Community Project Officer


Volunteering roles

If you would like to be part of our volunteer team find our current opportunities here.

If you would like to apply to be a MDCVS trustee read more here.

Author: Emily Smith
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Beat Retreat starting soon in Maldon

Ace Music Therapy CIC’s FREE group for Adult Carers, Beat Retreat, a drumming music therapy group exclusively for carers, will be starting soon in Maldon thanks to funding from Essex County Council’s Carers Community Fund.

The group will meet on Wednesday’s for 9 weeks, between the 5th of March 2025 & 21st of May 2025 (Every Wednesday except from – 9th April, 16th April & 30th April)

📆 Dates & Time: Wednesday’s, 5th March – 21st May, 12–1 PM

📍 Location: West Maldon Community Centre, Sunbury Way, Maldon CM9 6YH (Directions here)

This is a fantastic opportunity for carers to take time for themselves, connect with others, and experience the therapeutic power of drumming.

Sign up for this FREE group here: https://forms.gle/Z8P2LYJft3iCY2hi8

 

Author: Emily Smith
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Categories: Events, News, Opportunities