Project Coordinator

Project Co-ordinator – Youth Development
 Location: Leicester (Hybrid)
Hours: 20–25 hours per week across 4+ days, with potential to increase as the project grows
Salary: 25-27k pro rata 
Contract: Part-time, flexible hours

Are you passionate about changing young lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic, people-focused environment where your skills and ideas genuinely make a difference?
A small but ambitious charity based in Leicester is launching an exciting new initiative – the Aspire Mentoring Project – and is seeking a driven and capable
Project Co-ordinator to lead its development.

This is more than just a job. It’s a unique opportunity to shape a vital youth support programme, working closely with the Development Director and a passionate team to provide mentoring and positive pathways for young people, including those at risk of offending or already involved in the justice system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Launch and develop the Aspire Mentoring Project across Leicester.
• Manage a caseload of 20–25 young people, supporting a starting cohort of 6.
• Recruit, train, and support a team of 30+ volunteer mentors.
• Support service delivery, administration, and project coordination.
• Contribute to marketing, promotion, and stakeholder relationships.
• Engage in community and corporate fundraising efforts.
• Maintai detailed records and produce timely reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Represent the charity in external meetings and build lasting partnerships.

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Is an experienced project co-ordinator with a hands-on approach.
• Has proven ability to launch or significantly develop projects – preferably in youth services, youth offending, or community support.
• Brings excellent communication, organisation,n and interpersonal skills.
• Is confident using databases, Excel, and social media platforms for project tracking and promotion.
• Has a passion for working with young people and supporting volunteers.
• Is emotionally mature, optimistic, and resilient with a “can-do” mindset.
• Enjoys being part of a collaborative team and is eager to grow with the role and the organisation.

Desirable:

• Experience managing or supporting volunteers.
• Strong understanding of youth offending or youth mentoring.
• A driver with access to their own vehicle.
• Competency in design and content creation for flyers or promotional materials.

Why Apply? This role offers a rare chance to lead a meaningful initiative from the ground up. You’ll play a central part in a cause that truly matters, empowering vulnerable young people, changing outcomes, and supporting community resilience.
You'll also enjoy:

• A flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• A chance to work alongside an experienced leadership team.
• The opportunity to shape a flagship project with potential for replication nationwide.