Support and Development Manager

2 days ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia VONNE (Voluntary Organisations' Network North East) Full time £37,822 - £42,824 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Role Type: Employment

Hours: Full time

Application deadline: Thursday, December 11, :00

Based: Newcastle

Salary: £37,822 to 42,024 Per Annum

Salary Type: Salary Scale

Location: Tyne and Wear

Role description: Manager

Connected Voice is looking for a new Support and Development Manager
Full Time Salary £37,822 to £42,024
37 hours per week
Benefits Include
Flexible and hybrid working
29 days holiday per annum – plus Bank Holidays, plus 3 days between Christmas and New Year
Pension Scheme – up to 5% employer and employee contribution
Office base – SmartScore building, designed for hybrid working
BUPA Cash Health Plan – paid for by employer
Credit Union Savings Scheme – save directly from salary
Corporate Metro/Northumberland Line Pass Scheme
2 volunteering days per annum
Bike to Work Scheme
Connected Voice is looking for a new member of our Support and Development service for VCSE organisations in Gateshead and Newcastle. This is a rewarding role managing the Support and Development team. Our team provides a holistic support service for local organisations including training, networking events, governance advice, funding support, and information. The team also manages the OurGateshead community website.

We are looking for a people person with the ability to motivate individuals and foster good working relationships within a team. You will have a strong understanding of the needs of the VCSE sector in Newcastle and Gateshead, particularly for small and medium sized organisations. You will be able to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally. You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, well-organised, with good strategic leadership-management skills. You will be able to confidently represent and amplify voices in the VCSE sector. You will have a good head for business and be able to generate income to support our sustainability.

This is a great opportunity to manage a team that supports and develops VCSE organisations to build their capabilities, as well as professionally develop your skills, knowledge and experience.

To have an informal chat about the role, please contact Giovanni Spatuzzi, Deputy Chief Executive,

You can download an application pack from

(Please note that CVs will not be accepted)

Return the completed application form to

Closing date for receipt of application forms is 12.00 noon on 11 December 2025

Interviews will be held in person on 17 December 2025

Connected Voice is an equal opportunities employer

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