Fix Radio Foundation Ambassador & Project Lead

JOB DESCRIPTION

Foundation Ambassador & Project Lead

Part-time or Secondment

The FIX RADIO FOUNDATION is a fast growing, well funded, charitable organisation looking to grow its impact and do more good! We are looking for a passionate ambassador who can act as a driving force behind the Foundation's community initiatives. The successful individual will expand the charity's impact and influence by championing the Foundation's three core pillars (see below) and leading key campaigns, starting with the Apprentice Manual guide.

• Trade Community Ambassador: Act as the primary, high-energy representative for the Foundation, promoting its core pillars across trade sectors and educational networks. Lead on social media campaigns and an ‘always on’ presence via regular communication. Execute community-focused campaigns from concept to delivery, keeping projects structured, on track and aligned with the Foundation's values.
• Next Generation: (Apprentice Manual Delivery & College & Youth Engagement): Lead the development and promotion of the Apprentice Manual project, ensuring it reaches and resonates with both the next generation of tradespeople and their mentors. This will be an active role and in person visits to training colleges and apprentices on the ground: Proactively connecting with further education colleges, trade apprenticeships and training centres to build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Internal Relationships: Work closely with the Fix Radio team, presenters and external partners to amplify the Foundation's message and secure resources.

We are looking for someone with passion, energy, who is highly self motivated and has a genuine connection to the trade community. You do not need extensive charity or non-profit sector experience to excel in this role but you do need a deep desire to make a positive difference and a ‘can do attitude’.

Ideal backgrounds could include

• A current tradesperson looking to give back or transition into community work.
• A partner or family member of a tradesperson who understands the industry's culture, challenges and community spirit.
• A Fix Radio staff member or presenter (or their partner) looking to dedicate structured time to a purpose-driven cause.
• An individual looking for a growth-focused 1-year corporate secondment.

Essential skills & attributes

• Relatable & Engaging: The natural ability to connect authentically with the trade, especially with young people, apprentices and students.
• Connected: Existing links to UK construction/trade colleges, or the networking confidence to build them quickly.
• Passionate & Driven: High energy and a strong personal alignment with supporting the trade community.
• Self-Starter: Ability to manage a project independently, keeping stakeholders informed without needing day-to-day supervision.
• Driving licence & ability to travel nationwide
• Moderate administration skills and social media competence

The Foundation's core pillars

1. The relief of persons in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability or financial hardship who are working (or have worked) as tradespeople in the construction industry.
2. The advancement of education in particular, but not exclusively, by providing scholarships to support those who wish to enter the construction industry as a tradesperson but lack the financial means to pay for the training required.
3. The advancement of the mental health of those who are working (or have worked) as tradespeople in the construction industry.

Remuneration:

£30,000 Pro Rata to agreed days + expenses