Sector Development Officer (Mental Health Alliances)

We are looking for a self-organised person with a keen interest in supporting mental health to join us as a Sector Development Officer. This role will facilitate, coordinate, and encourage collaboration between and across the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) Sector, specifically across youth and adult mental health provision. This is done through the sharing of information and opportunities, gathering sector insights and the provision of tailored guidance and signposting.

Our preferred candidate will be committed to developing a strong understanding of the VCFSE and Health sectors in Cheshire East. They will be confident in networking and presenting to groups of varying sizes, and have a commitment to fostering collaboration. They will be able to present information in a variety of formats, and be able to manage and prioritise their own workload.

About Us

As the Local Infrastructure Organisation for Cheshire East, CVSCE are an independent organisation which acts as a connector, enabler, advisor and advocate for VCFSE organisations across the county. We support networks and partnership working and we have an intermediary role, supporting and facilitating joint working between voluntary and community groups and with statutory bodies; helping to ensure that the interests and concerns of the voluntary and community sector are properly represented.

We provide resources and advice to enable capacity building and the support of volunteers in local organisations of all sizes, from grass roots to the local branches of large national charities, from those just starting up, to organisations that are already well established. We are committed to equal opportunities and to making our services relevant, accessible and inclusive for all, supporting the development of a vibrant, effective and influential voluntary and community sector across Cheshire East.

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of stakeholder management is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Commitment to developing and maintaining strong knowledge and understanding of the VCFSE Sector

• Commitment to developing and maintaining strong knowledge and understanding of the Health Sector

• Good IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office

• Ability to convey information in a variety of formats, including verbally in meetings

• Ability to self-organise and prioritise work

• Confident in networking and presenting to groups of varying sizes

Values and Behaviours

• Commitment to CVS Cheshire East s vision and values.

• A strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

• Commitment to collaboration

• A keen interest in supporting mental health

Please click the link to view the recruitment pack and to complete our application form.