We are looking for a part –time Branch Secretary to join one of the largest and oldest Friendly Societies in the UK, within the Bedford area. 

About the hours
Based in the village of Wootton you will be expected to work on your own initiative, working an equalised average of 12 hours per week (flexible working hours to be agreed with the successful candidate, which includes some weekend and evening work).  You will be based in our Bedford Branch office (Wootton).  Please only apply if you are happy to do these hours.

About the organisation
Our clients’ aim is to improve the quality of life for their members through active social involvement, care support and a range of financial benefits and services to members in the Bedford, Biggleswade & Northampton area.

About the role
As Branch Secretary, the principle aim is to help and support the Branch in being financially and administratively strong.  This includes supporting the volunteer Committee of Management to deliver on the membership package and supporting the delivery of the social element of  the Society to its target market (predominantly 50+), while bringing in new members, marketing and promoting the organisation, supporting volunteering and helping them to grow. In this role you will focus on the financial and administrative elements of running the Branch including:

• Day-to-day bookkeeping
• Basic accountancy skills
• Computer literate
• Overseeing the management of the office and meeting room
• Managing the membership and ensuring they are kept informed on Branch matters
• Supporting a volunteer Committee of Management to be able to steer and govern the society
• Promoting the Society in the local area
• Developing active involvement of members
• Building relationships with the local community

About you
We are looking for a Branch Secretary who is friendly, outgoing and organised, with an ability to work to deadlines and without close supervision, delivering on measurable targets. You must have/be:

• A peoples’ person with excellent communication skills
• Able to speak confidently in front of groups of people
• Good computer skills to enter data and send correspondence
• Experienced with and able to carry out bookkeeping tasks
• Patient and diplomatic
• Able to negotiate, persuade, organise, plan and manage your own time
• Able to take Minutes

About the rewards
The role of Part-Time Secretary is a 12h per week post with an annual salary of £6750 per annum

How to Apply
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You must reside in and have eligibility to work in the UK.   Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted.  If your address and contact details are not on your CV, you will not be considered.

We look forward to hearing from you!