Operations Manager
THIS VACANCY IS NOW CLOSED TO APPLICATIONS
The Role
Oxfordshire Community Foundation (OCF) is seeking an Operations Manager to ensure all OCF operations run smoothly and are good value for money. It is a key role reporting to the CEO and supporting all our functions across grant-making, financial management and donor care. There are particular responsibilities on leading our Salesforce CRM, supporting the financial accountant and overseeing our physical and virtual office. Training will be provided as required.
Salary: £34,000 (full time)
Hours: Full-time at 35 hours per week (0.8 FTE will be considered)
The candidate
You are a highly organised, practical and motivated person who loves problem-solving. You know that a charity’s operations need to run well to deliver its mission, and you are proud to play a proactive part in that.
You enjoy working with numbers and digital systems and supporting colleagues to get the most out of data.
You have a keen eye for value for money and like managing suppliers to make sure that every penny of charitable funds is being well spent. You are a team player who enjoys being part of a small organisation and getting things done together. You are interested in OCF’s work and are excited to learn more about grant-making and philanthropy to inform your role.
How to apply
Submit the following documents to recruitment@oxfordshire.org
- Your CV
- A Word document with your answers to these three questions (max 150 words per question)
- Describe an achievement you’re really proud of
- What about this job appeals to you, and why?
- Tell us a bit more about your experience with delivering excellent value for money operations
The closing date is 11pm on Wednesday 23rd April 2025.
The application process
The first round interview will be virtual and is scheduled for 1st May
The second round assessment will be in person at the OCF office and is scheduled for 8th May. The assessment will be a mixture of tasks and conversations.
Please let us know when you apply if you have a disability and require any reasonable adjustments to the interview process. We are proud to have disabled staff and are fully committed to providing adjustments.
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