Operations Manager

Job Title: Operations manager

Location: East Kilbride (Hybrid/Flexible hours)
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 dependent on experience (21 hours per week pro rata)
Contract: 1 year contract.

EKin (East Kilbride Integration Network) is a Christian charity that aims to see our East Kilbride and Lanarkshire community transformed through the equipping and flourishing of asylum seekers, refugees and new migrants. Enabling them to be freed from poverty and fulfilling their potential, fully integrated and welcomed as positive, contributing members of their community.

Job Purpose
To oversee the administrative and operational functions of EKin and provide critical support to our programmes for asylum seekers and refugees. This requires a proactive, empathetic individual with excellent organisational and communication skills, a commitment to our mission, and ability to work in a busy, multicultural environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Office Administration and Operations
• Volunteer and Staff Coordination
• Community Engagement and Partnerships

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in office management, administration, or a similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Understanding of the challenges faced by asylum seekers and refugees.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and trauma-informed care.
• Experience with database/CRM systems/charity finance/grant administration.
• Experience managing volunteers or coordinating community-based programs.

Application Deadline: [19/10/25]
Interviews: [W/B 20/10/25]

Note: Successful candidates will be subject to PVG and reference checks.