Community Network for Manchester - Email Bulletin - 10th October 2008
About Community Network for Manchester:
Community Network for Manchester is an organisation that brings together a range of networks and pools. Networks are made up of a number of voluntary and community groups and they are concerned with either a geographical area or community of interest. Some networks also provide an additional strategic function that engages with statutory agencies.
We are here to give the voluntary and community sector in Manchester the opportunity to have a strong and collective voice on the issues that matter to them.
We build links between our networks, the wider voluntary community sector and statutory agencies to increase our potential to influence decisions across Manchester.
We provide spaces and opportunities for networking, sharing ideas, knowledge and good practice.
About the Community Network for Manchester bulletin:
The Community Network for Manchester bulletin is circulated on a weekly basis and is intended to be freely available and actively useful to a wide range of Manchester based Third Sector organisations, Manchester residents, and our own network members.
The content of this bulletin is obtained from various sources and is mainly made up of information uploaded to our website. We welcome your contributions to its content. Further information on how you can do this can be found at the bottom of this email.
This bulletin provides a round-up of all the information uploaded over the last week to the following key areas:
News
Events
Opportunities (including employment, volunteering, training, tender and consultation opportunities)
If you missed last week’s bulletin please visit the website for further information on all the news, events and opportunities added over the last few weeks.
Latest News
One Central Place - Online Community Directory
One Central Place aims to become the main source of contact information on VCS groups in Manchester that will support information provision, communication and information sharing.
You can use the One Central Place to:
• Promote the work of your group to a wider audience
• Find the details of other voluntary and community groups in specific localities
and areas of interest.
• Make contact with similar groups to network/share good practice
• Access the details of specific service providers and support agencies
• Be contacted on issues specific to your own progress and development
Registration and access to the information listed is entirely FREE of charge to groups and organisations active in the voluntary and community sector in Manchester, together with groups and organisations located nationally who support the Manchester VCS.
Formerly Manchester's Online Community Directory, One Central Place has been developed by a partnership between Novas Scarman Group Manchester, Community Network for Manchester and Manchester City Council.
Register your group’s details for FREE on the directory.
Visit: www.onecentralplace.org and complete the online
registration form.
Alternatively contact the One Central Place Team:
0161 234 2909 or e-mail: mike@cn4m.net
Website:
http://www.onecentralplace.org
Community Network for Manchester has a new website and bulletin!
Due to some technical difficulties a number of contacts on our electronic distribution list did not receive the CN4M bulletin when it was circulated on Monday 6th October. We would like to apologies for this. Please explore our new website to find further details of News, Events and Opportunities that have recently been uploaded.
We would like to thank you all for your patience during the development of our new website and bulletin.
We aim to continually develop and improve our communications resources, so your feedback is always welcome! If you have any comments about the bulletin or website please contact us at: info@cn4m.net (using ‘Website/ Bulletin’ as the subject title).
Latest Events
Manchester BME Network AGM
Posted October 8th, 2008 by bmenetwork
Start: 30/10/2008 - 00:30
End: 30/10/2008 - 13:30
Timezone: Etc/GMT
Manchester BME Network is a network of BME voluntary and community sector groups, organisations and individuals. It is hosting its first ever Annual General Meeting on Thursday 30th October (starting at 9.30am). This is a free event with lunch provided and it is a great way for you to find out more about the BME Network.
Venue: Phil Martin Centre, 137-139 Princess Road, Manchester, M14 4RE.
Please e-mail Nathalie Long at office@mccr.org.uk or call 0161 227 8708 to confirm your attendance at the event.
Phil Martin Centre (MCCR)
137-139 Princess Road
Manchester
M14 4RE
Contact for more info:
office@mccr.org.uk
Free CSN North Forum
Posted October 9th, 2008 by estellew
Start: 15/10/2008 - 10:00
End: 15/10/2008 - 12:00
Date/ Time: 15th October (10-12pm- lunch provided)
Venue: Northcity Library, Moston Lane, Harpurhey
Guest Speakers: PC Steve Gilbertson and PCSO Phil Austin
Spaces still available- reservations must be made via email or contacting Steph Jones on 226 7186
Black Health Agency 18th Anniversary and Fundraising Event
Posted October 9th, 2008 by estellew
Start: 13/11/2008 - 19:30
This year sees the Coming of Age of Black Health Agency as we celebrate 18 years of operation. Come and help us celebrate this milestone and raise money for our Crisis Fund, as we bring you a night of entertainment...
Date/ Time, Thursday 13th November, from 7:30pm.
Venue: The Place Hotel, Ducie Street, Manchester, M1 2TP (just behind Piccadilly Train Station).
The evening will commence with a drinks and canapés reception at 7:30pm. There will be the chance to hear some testimonials on the value the work of BHA has brought to the people of the North West. Live musical performances will be provided by two great ‘disco divas’ and local supporting songstress, Julie Gordon. The evening will culminate with the legendary DJ Mike Shaft, a chance to let loose with all the moves Julie, Jaki and Gwen will no doubt inspire!
Black Health Agency is a leading health improvement charity dedicated to improving the lives and changing the futures of Black and Minority Ethnic population. For further informaiton, visit: www.blackhealthagency.org.uk.
The Coming of Age celebration will directly support our ‘Crisis Fund’ which provides material assistance to people living with or affected by HIV and AIDS. The aim of evening is to raise as much money as possible to help some our regions’ most needy people and make a significant difference to their lives.
Tickets are priced at £25 and are available from Marcella Turner at Black Health Agency. Marcella can be contacted on 0161 875 2062 or via email
marcella@blackhealthagency.org.uk. Bookings must be received by the 31st October.
Address:
The Place Hotel,
Ducie Street,
Manchester,
M1 2TP
(just behind Piccadilly Train Station).
Contact for more info:
marcella@blackhealthagency.org.uk
Website:
http://www.blackhealthagency.org.uk
Gather Round the Piano Community Music Project
Posted October 10th, 2008 by estellew
Start: 10/10/2008 - 11:46
Gather Round the Piano is based on the traditional idea of gathering round an instrument or band, in this case a piano, for a community sing-song or jam session. It will be a chance for community groups to have fun trying out musical ideas and to create new pieces of music which combine their own muscial heritage and ideas with the idea of gathering round a piano. You don’t have to be a musical group or have any previous experience.
Who is the project for?
Community groups who would like to explore the music they know and love in a new way. Any age group welcome. The nature of the project makes it unsuitable for young children unless they are part of a mixed adult / child group. We’re looking for a total of 6 groups to be involved.
How do we get involved?
If you want to register your interest or have an informal chat about the project for some more details, email learning@bridgewater-hall.co.uk or call 0161 950 0000 and ask for Emma Cunliffe.
We will be finalising the groups very soon, so please get in touch asap if you would like to be involved.
For further information, please see the document below.
Contact for more info:
learning@bridgewater-hall.co.uk
Latest Employment Opportunities
Advocacy and Information Officer - Manchester Metropolitan University
Posted October 6th, 2008 by estellew
Faculty of Humanities, Law and Social Sciences.
Job Title: Advocacy and Information Officer, Salary: £22,332 -£25,135 pa fixed-term until September 2009 (pay award pending).
Based in our office in Manchester, you will work for Women Working Worldwide. Women Working Worldwide is a charity working to promote the rights of women workers and is based in the Department of Sociology at Manchester Metropolitan University. You will work closely with WWW staff and our partners around the world to co-ordinate and implement the advocacy and campaigning activities needed to support women workers in international supply chains and build the profile of WWW. You will also represent WWW in key European networks and manage information exchange and dissemination. You will be a vital member of a small team, and contribute towards WWW’s central role in influencing policy and practice around gender and international trade.
You will be a pro-active self-starter with experience of advocacy and/or campaigning at an international level and excellent communication skills. Some knowledge of issues concerning gender in the workplace, ethical trade or East Africa would be useful. You must be committed to poverty alleviation and extending women workers’ rights to the most vulnerable workers.
Some foreign travel will be required.
For more information on Women Working Worldwide and our work
please go to www.women-ww.org. For more information, and to apply online visit www.jobs.mmu.ac.uk
If you do not have access to the internet or require an application in an alternative format please contact Personnel Services on 0161 247 6464 quoting reference FL/121.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 24th October 2008.
Deadline for application:
24 Oct 2008
Website:
http://www.jobs.mmu.ac.uk
Resident Engagement Administrator - Tung Sing Housing Association
Posted October 9th, 2008 by estellew
Deadline for application:
20 Oct 2008
Salary: £16,000 (35 hours, fixed term contract until 31st March 09).
Tung Sing Housing Association was set up to serve the needs of the Black & Minority Ethnic (BME) communities of Greater Manchester.
We are part of the Arena Housing Group. The Group manages over 15,000 properties throughout the north of England, catering for a variety of housing and support needs.
As a committed Investor in People and Equal Opportunities Employer, we offer an excellent working environment and benefits.
We are seeking a person with energy, flair and ability to provide an efficient and effective administrative service. The post holder will be supporting the work of our Resident Engagement Coordinator.
Due to the requirements of the post, and in particular our large number of Chinese residents, the successful applicant will be able to speak Cantonese and write Chinese.
An application pack/form can be requested by emailing susan@tungsing.co.uk or telephoning 0161 234 0262. Alternatively, visit our website: www.tungsing.co.uk.
Any accompanying information detailing why you think you are suitable for the post should be no longer than 1 side of A4.
CVs will not be accepted.
Closing date for applications: Monday 20th October 08.
We welcome and support applications from all members of our diverse communities.
E-mail for more information:
susan@tungsing.co.uk
Website:
http://www.arena-housing.com/tung-sing/index.aspx
Somali Elders Support Worker - Somali Adult Social Care Agency (SASCA)
Deadline for application:
15 Oct 2008
Confident, dynamic and well-organised individual required to address social isolation among Somali elderly people in Manchester by organising and publicising regular social activities.
SASCA is a new voluntary organisation that has been set up in partnership by six Somali groups with help of MACC and Manchester City Council’s POPP programme. The position is funded until March 2009 with an expectation of funding extension.
Based in Manchester, the successful candidate will need to have proven experience of working independently and of supporting Somali elders either formally or informally.
The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of problems faced by Somali elderly people and some of the key health issues that are likely to arise for Somali elderly people in Manchester. As the role will involve building and maintaining relationships with Somali service users and relevant organisations, excellent communication skills in English and Somali are essential.
Salary: £528 per month (13 hours per week, spread over 3 days)
Closing date for applications is mid-day on Wednesday 15 October 2008. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be on Monday 20 October.
An application pack is available from Ismail Hussein: email ihusseinh@hotmail.com ; telephone 0161 226 2519 or 07939 433360. SASCA, 37 Lloyd Street South, Manchester M14 7HS.
E-mail for more information:
ihusseinh@hotmail.com
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Latest Training Opportunities
Free workshops - Understanding Children & Young People’s Mental Health & Emotional Well Being
Posted October 9th, 2008 by estellew
Behind the Behaviour - Understanding Children & Young People’s Mental Health & Emotional Well Being.
Various dates.
Free workshops delivered as part of the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Multi Agency Training Programme. They are intended for people who work directly with children and young people in any setting in Manchester. The programme aims to increase the confidence and skills of frontline workers in identifying and supporting children and young people with mental health problems and working with other agencies to do this. It also aims to look at what we can do to promote positive mental health.
To book a place or for more information contact Tara Davies: 0161 882 2307 tara.davies@manchester.nhs.uk
Type of course:
Training course
E-mail for more information:
tara.davies@manchester.nhs.uk
Advice Skills & Good Practice Course - Manchester Advice
Posted October 9th, 2008 by estellew
Date:
4 November 2008 - 2 December 2009
Advice Skills & Good Practice: 5 days, 10am – 4pm.
Tuesdays 4 November –2 December 2008, (places still available). Attendance on all days is necessary.
This course is aimed at relatively new advice workers and volunteers who want to gain an understanding of the principles of good practice in advice work and develop their basic advice-giving skills.
Course Programme:
Day 1: General Introduction to Advice Work
Day 2: Interviewing Clients
Day 3: Telephone and Electronic Advice Skills
Day 4: Finding, Using and Explaining Information
Day 5: The Advice World Context
Advice Knowledge Days:
We will also be running a series of complementary awareness days aimed at providing initial overviews of different advice subject areas. These courses will be awarded a Manchester Advice Certificate of Attendance but only for students who have completed the skills course. The subject days will include:
· Employment;
· Debt;
· Housing;
· Consumer.
For welfare benefits we run individual courses and also the 10 week Introduction to Welfare Benefits course.
Individual learning & development plans:
An element to this course, which we feel will offer benefits to trainees is the introduction of learning and development plans for trainees at the end of the skills programme. These plans will inform students about employment, training and volunteering options in the advice world and identify any further training needs.
The learning and development session will take the form of one individual learning & development interview and may lead to the student being linked up to a mentor adviser. The mentor's role may include facilitating shadowing, visits to court or tribunals and consultancy if needed.
To book a place fill in the booking form below or visit the following website: http://advicekit.info/training
Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) Training - Manchester Advice
22 October 2008
Time:
2pm - 4.30 pm.
The aim of this course is to explain the structure of Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
This course will enable you to:
· List the eligibility criteria and roll out arrangements for this new benefit
· Explain the structure and the assessment process of ESA
· Understand the Work Capability assessment (WCA), 'work related activities' & the Work Focused Health Related assessment (WFHRA)
· Recognise the rates of entitlement
Level of expertise: Introductory
To book a place, fill in the booking form below or apply online at: http://advicekit.info/training
Local Housing Allowance Briefing - Manchester Advice
Posted October 10th, 2008 by estellew
Date:
20 October 2008
Time:
10:00 am - 12:30pm.
Trainer: Manchester Revenues & Benefits Unit With Manchester Advice
Aim
To provide background information on the Local Housing Allowance scheme
This course will enable you to:
· Describe how the new Local Housing Allowance (LHA) scheme operates
· Identify claimants who are affected by the scheme and claimants who are not affected
· Advise clients who are affected by the LHA scheme
Level Of Expertise: Introductory
Please use the booking form below or book on-line at http://advicekit.info/training
Type of course:
One off training event
Website:
http://advicekit.info/training
Latest Consultations
Urban Forum Consultation on the CLG's Framework for Regeneration
The government have published a Framework for Regeneration entitled ‘Transforming Places; Changing lives’. This proposes that regeneration programmes should have a new focus on improving economic outcomes. A briefing on the framework can be found below, and a full copy of the Framework can be found at www.communities.gov.uk/documents/citiesandregions/pdf/896104.pdf.
Urban Forum invite you to complete a short questionnaire, the results of which will be used to inform their response to the Framework. The questionnaire can be found below.
If you do not want to answer a question feel free to skip it. All answers will be treated in confidence. Please return your completed questionnaire to: consultation@urbanforum.org.uk (or post to Urban Forum, Freepost RRLJ-SRGG-ABJG, 33 Corsham Street, London N1 6DR or fax on 020 7253 4817) no later than Friday 17th October.
Consultation end date:
17 October, 2008
Website:
http://www.communities.gov.uk/documents/citiesandregions/pdf/896104.pdf
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Immigration Appeals: Fair Decisions, Faster Justice
Posted October 10th, 2008 by estellew
Border and Immigration Agency Consultation on Immigration Appeals: Fair Decisions, Faster Justice.
The consultation document can be found below, and further information can be found by visiting: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/documents/aboutus/consulta...
Consultation responses may be sent electronically to: appeals@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk. Please include the words 'consultation response' in the subject title.
Alternatively, you can post your response to:
Andrew Elliot
Immigration appeals consultation
UK Border Agency
1st Floor Seacole
2 Marsham Street
London SW1P 4DF
Responses should be submitted later than 16 October 2008.
Consultation end date:
16 October, 2008
consultation e-mail:
appeals@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk
Website:
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/aboutus/consultations/current/
For further information on the Community Network for Manchester, please visit our website: www.cn4m.net.
What do you think of our bulletin and website? We aim to continually develop and improve our communications resources, so your feedback is always welcome! If you have any comments about the bulletin or website please contact us at: info@cn4m.net (using ‘Website/ Bulletin’ as the subject title).
The Community Network for Manchester website and bulletin are intended to be freely available and actively useful to a wide range of Manchester based Third Sector organisations, Manchester residents, and our own network members.
We invite you to forward the bulletin on to any contacts who may find it useful and we encourage you to contribute to its content. You can do this by uploading information directly to our website, or by sending your entry to: info@cn4m.net (using ‘Bulletin’ as the subject title). In order to upload information directly to our website you must first register your details with us. The registration process is simple and free - for further information, please visit our website: www.cn4m.net.
The content of this bulletin is obtained from various sources and we would like to thank all those of you who make regular contributions.
CN4M is committed to the principles and codes of practice contained in Working Together: a Compact for Manchester.
Friday, 10 October 2008
Wednesday, 8 October 2008
CN4M Bulletin : 6th Oct 2008
About Community Network for Manchester:
Community Network for Manchester is an organisation that brings together a range of networks and pools. Networks are made up of a number of voluntary and community groups and they are concerned with either a geographical area or community of interest. Some networks also provide an additional strategic function that engages with statutory agencies.
• We are here to give the voluntary and community sector in Manchester the opportunity to have a strong and collective voice on the issues that matter to them.
• We build links between our networks, the wider voluntary community sector and statutory agencies to increase our potential to influence decisions across Manchester.
• We provide spaces and opportunities for networking, sharing ideas, knowledge and good practice.
About the Community Network for Manchester bulletin:
The Community Network for Manchester bulletin is circulated on a weekly basis and is intended to be freely available and actively useful to a wide range of Manchester based Third Sector organisations, Manchester residents, and our own network members.
The content of this bulletin is obtained from various sources and is mainly made up of information uploaded to our website. We welcome your contributions to its content. Further information on how you can do this can be found at the bottom of this email.
This bulletin provides a round-up of all the information uploaded over the last week to the following key areas:
• News
• Events
• Opportunities (including employment, volunteering, training, tender and consultation opportunities)
If you missed last week’s bulletin please visit the website for further information on all the news, events and opportunities added over the last few weeks.
Latest News
Community Network for Manchester has a new website and bulletin!
We would like to thank you all for your patience during the development of our new website and bulletin. read more »
Community Network for Manchester AGM - Tuesday 7th October, 6:00pm, Cross Street Chapel
The AGM will begin at 6:00pm (refreshments will be available from 5:30pm) and will take place at Cross Street Chapel (Cross Street, Manchester, M2 1NL). read more »
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CN4M Strategy Group Meeting - Tuesday 7th October, Cross Street Chapel
Following the AGM which will commence at 6:00pm at Cross Street Chapel (refreshments available from 5:30pm), there will be a short Strategy Group meeting. read more »
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Do you have an event or opportunity you'd like to advertise?
If you've got an event, course, job or some news that you'd like people to know about, why not put it up FOR FREE on the MyManchester.net websites - 12 community websites which reach 30,000 people acr read more »
Part of Shakespeare House available to sublet
R-Squared are looking to sublet part of Shakespeare House (165 Kingsbrook Road, Fallowfield, Manchester, M16 8NR) urgently. read more »
LSEN represented at the launch of the Campaigning Alliance for Lifelong Learning (CALL)
CALL, the Campaigning Alliance for Lifelong Learning believes that affordable access to the life changing opportunities provided by education is the hallmark of a civilised society. read more »
Social vision - Triodos Bank launches social enterprise photo competition
Triodos Bank launched its inaugural social enterprise photo competition on 1 September 2008, in association with Social Enterprise Magazine. read more »
Free Academic Research/Placements
The Community Safety Network (CSN) has teamed up with Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) to develop two new pieces of work which will help both voluntary and community sector groups and MMU stud read more »
Latest Events
Acts of Achievement 2008 - Black History Month
Start: 03/10/2008 - 00:59
End: 31/10/2008 - 00:59
Timezone: Etc/GMT
The North West celebrates Black History Month October 2008: read more »
Community Safety Forum - North Manchester
Start: 15/10/2008 - 10:00
End: 15/10/2008 - 12:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
The next Community Safety Forum is in North Manchester on the 15th October (10-12pm) at Northcity Library, Harpurhey.
The event is booking ONLY.
Reservations must be made on 0161 226 7186
Bury Neuro Support Meeting
Start: 09/10/2008 - 16:00
End: 09/10/2008 - 18:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
'Help when you are in hospital'. An example from ME/CFS. Speaker: Pam Turner
Date/ Time: Thursday 9th October 2008, 4-6pm.
Venue: Bishop Ashton Room, Bury Parish Church Hall, The Wylde Bury read more »
Neuro Support for Salford Meeting
Start: 24/10/2008 - 11:00
End: 24/10/2008 - 14:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
Something new for you if you have a neurological condition or
injury or care for someone who has.
Whatever your situation, please get in touch or just come along to our next meeting! read more »
Advice and Information Day for parents of children with Epilepsy
Start: 08/11/2008 - 10:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
Advice and Information Day for Parents who have Children with Epilepsy.
Date/ Time: Saturday 8th November 2008, from 10am till 2pm
Venue: Cross Street Chapel, Cross Street, Manchester M2 1NL. read more »
SEVA Launch Event
Start: 10/10/2008 - 11:00
End: 10/10/2008 - 15:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
SEVA Team Launch Event - Manchester Community Development Workers (Mental Health).
Date/ Time: 10th October 2008: 11am-3pm
Venue: The Friends Meeting House read more »
Conference on Gun Crime
Start: 03/11/2008 - 00:00
End: 03/11/2008 - 21:45
Timezone: Etc/GMT
The Faith Network 4 Manchester invite you to participate in a conference that will seek solutions to the problem of gang and weapon violence across our city: “My Gang = My Family” read more »
Manchester Local Involvement Network - The Big Tent Event
Start: 07/10/2008 - 11:00
End: 07/10/2008 - 14:45
Timezone: Etc/GMT
Put your health and social care questions to a panel of professionals.
Date/ Time: Tuesday 7th October 2008. Stalls open from 11.00a.m. Event Opens at 12.00pm. read more »
Open Space Co-op launch
Start: 08/10/2008 - 18:00
End: 08/10/2008 - 23:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
OpenSpace is a new co-operative for small organisations and freelancers working in the creative, environmental or social enterprise sectors. read more »
Latest Employment Opportunities
Consortium Development Officer
Posted October 2nd, 2008 by catht
Deadline for application:
15 Oct 2008
Full-time, 35 hours per week
NJC equivalent: £21,412 - £25,320, scale 6/SO1, points 26 - 31 (plus 7% pension) read more »
Part time Personal Assistant
Posted October 3rd, 2008 by estellew
Deadline for application:
11 Oct 2008
Female Personal Assistant Needed. Disabled woman needs a personal assistant for assistance with cooking, cleaning, admin, carrying bags, shopping and undertaking social activities.
Usual Hours: read more »
Advocacy and Information Officer - Manchester Metropolitan University
Posted October 6th, 2008 by estellew
Deadline for application:
24 Oct 2008
Faculty of Humanities, Law and Social Sciences.
Job Title: Advocacy and Information Officer, Salary: £22,332 -£25,135 pa fixed-term until September 2009 (pay award pending). read more »
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Latest Training Opportunities
Inspiring Leaders in Salford Programme 2008
Posted October 2nd, 2008 by estellew
3 places still available! read more »
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Free Training from Digitall in Manchester
Posted October 3rd, 2008 by estellew
Digitall is a mentoring project that matches young people aged 16-25 with people aged 45 and over who want help to get started using digital technology. read more »
Advisory Centre for Education - Training Programme Autumn 2008
Posted October 3rd, 2008 by estellew
The Advisory Centre for Education (ACE) is a national charity which advises, informs & trains parents, carers, and professionals, regarding state education for 5-16 year olds. read more »
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USIT Updating Skills and Improving Confidence through Training - For Women Asylum seekers and Refugees
Posted October 3rd, 2008 by estellew
Come and learn in a safe, women-only environment, this programme offers help with:
• Personal and Professional Skills Development
• Communication and Negotiation skills read more »
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Latest Tenders
Invitation to Tender: Volunteering Infrastructure in Manchester
Posted October 3rd, 2008 by estellew
We know that volunteers are central to a thriving third sector, and a thriving and diverse city, from members of management committees to front-line service delivery. read more »
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Latest Consultations
Local Transport Bill – Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations
Posted October 2nd, 2008 by admin
The Department for Transport is seeking input on:
Local Transport Bill – Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations. read more »
For further information on the Community Network for Manchester, please visit our website: www.cn4m.net.
What do you think of our bulletin and website? We aim to continually develop and improve our communications resources, so your feedback is always welcome! If you have any comments about the bulletin or website please contact us at: info@cn4m.net (using ‘Website/ Bulletin’ as the subject title).
The Community Network for Manchester website and bulletin are intended to be freely available and actively useful to a wide range of Manchester based Third Sector organisations, Manchester residents, and our own network members.
We invite you to forward the bulletin on to any contacts who may find it useful and we encourage you to contribute to its content. You can do this by uploading information directly to our website, or by sending your entry to: info@cn4m.net (using ‘Bulletin’ as the subject title). In order to upload information directly to our website you must first register your details with us. The registration process is simple and free - for further information, please visit our website: www.cn4m.net.
The content of this bulletin is obtained from various sources and we would like to thank all those of you who make regular contributions.
CN4M is committed to the principles and codes of practice contained in Working Together: a Compact for Manchester.
About Community Network for Manchester:
Community Network for Manchester is an organisation that brings together a range of networks and pools. Networks are made up of a number of voluntary and community groups and they are concerned with either a geographical area or community of interest. Some networks also provide an additional strategic function that engages with statutory agencies.
• We are here to give the voluntary and community sector in Manchester the opportunity to have a strong and collective voice on the issues that matter to them.
• We build links between our networks, the wider voluntary community sector and statutory agencies to increase our potential to influence decisions across Manchester.
• We provide spaces and opportunities for networking, sharing ideas, knowledge and good practice.
About the Community Network for Manchester bulletin:
The Community Network for Manchester bulletin is circulated on a weekly basis and is intended to be freely available and actively useful to a wide range of Manchester based Third Sector organisations, Manchester residents, and our own network members.
The content of this bulletin is obtained from various sources and is mainly made up of information uploaded to our website. We welcome your contributions to its content. Further information on how you can do this can be found at the bottom of this email.
This bulletin provides a round-up of all the information uploaded over the last week to the following key areas:
• News
• Events
• Opportunities (including employment, volunteering, training, tender and consultation opportunities)
If you missed last week’s bulletin please visit the website for further information on all the news, events and opportunities added over the last few weeks.
Latest News
Community Network for Manchester has a new website and bulletin!
We would like to thank you all for your patience during the development of our new website and bulletin. read more »
Community Network for Manchester AGM - Tuesday 7th October, 6:00pm, Cross Street Chapel
The AGM will begin at 6:00pm (refreshments will be available from 5:30pm) and will take place at Cross Street Chapel (Cross Street, Manchester, M2 1NL). read more »
• 5 attachments
CN4M Strategy Group Meeting - Tuesday 7th October, Cross Street Chapel
Following the AGM which will commence at 6:00pm at Cross Street Chapel (refreshments available from 5:30pm), there will be a short Strategy Group meeting. read more »
• 3 attachments
Do you have an event or opportunity you'd like to advertise?
If you've got an event, course, job or some news that you'd like people to know about, why not put it up FOR FREE on the MyManchester.net websites - 12 community websites which reach 30,000 people acr read more »
Part of Shakespeare House available to sublet
R-Squared are looking to sublet part of Shakespeare House (165 Kingsbrook Road, Fallowfield, Manchester, M16 8NR) urgently. read more »
LSEN represented at the launch of the Campaigning Alliance for Lifelong Learning (CALL)
CALL, the Campaigning Alliance for Lifelong Learning believes that affordable access to the life changing opportunities provided by education is the hallmark of a civilised society. read more »
Social vision - Triodos Bank launches social enterprise photo competition
Triodos Bank launched its inaugural social enterprise photo competition on 1 September 2008, in association with Social Enterprise Magazine. read more »
Free Academic Research/Placements
The Community Safety Network (CSN) has teamed up with Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) to develop two new pieces of work which will help both voluntary and community sector groups and MMU stud read more »
Latest Events
Acts of Achievement 2008 - Black History Month
Start: 03/10/2008 - 00:59
End: 31/10/2008 - 00:59
Timezone: Etc/GMT
The North West celebrates Black History Month October 2008: read more »
Community Safety Forum - North Manchester
Start: 15/10/2008 - 10:00
End: 15/10/2008 - 12:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
The next Community Safety Forum is in North Manchester on the 15th October (10-12pm) at Northcity Library, Harpurhey.
The event is booking ONLY.
Reservations must be made on 0161 226 7186
Bury Neuro Support Meeting
Start: 09/10/2008 - 16:00
End: 09/10/2008 - 18:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
'Help when you are in hospital'. An example from ME/CFS. Speaker: Pam Turner
Date/ Time: Thursday 9th October 2008, 4-6pm.
Venue: Bishop Ashton Room, Bury Parish Church Hall, The Wylde Bury read more »
Neuro Support for Salford Meeting
Start: 24/10/2008 - 11:00
End: 24/10/2008 - 14:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
Something new for you if you have a neurological condition or
injury or care for someone who has.
Whatever your situation, please get in touch or just come along to our next meeting! read more »
Advice and Information Day for parents of children with Epilepsy
Start: 08/11/2008 - 10:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
Advice and Information Day for Parents who have Children with Epilepsy.
Date/ Time: Saturday 8th November 2008, from 10am till 2pm
Venue: Cross Street Chapel, Cross Street, Manchester M2 1NL. read more »
SEVA Launch Event
Start: 10/10/2008 - 11:00
End: 10/10/2008 - 15:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
SEVA Team Launch Event - Manchester Community Development Workers (Mental Health).
Date/ Time: 10th October 2008: 11am-3pm
Venue: The Friends Meeting House read more »
Conference on Gun Crime
Start: 03/11/2008 - 00:00
End: 03/11/2008 - 21:45
Timezone: Etc/GMT
The Faith Network 4 Manchester invite you to participate in a conference that will seek solutions to the problem of gang and weapon violence across our city: “My Gang = My Family” read more »
Manchester Local Involvement Network - The Big Tent Event
Start: 07/10/2008 - 11:00
End: 07/10/2008 - 14:45
Timezone: Etc/GMT
Put your health and social care questions to a panel of professionals.
Date/ Time: Tuesday 7th October 2008. Stalls open from 11.00a.m. Event Opens at 12.00pm. read more »
Open Space Co-op launch
Start: 08/10/2008 - 18:00
End: 08/10/2008 - 23:00
Timezone: Etc/GMT
OpenSpace is a new co-operative for small organisations and freelancers working in the creative, environmental or social enterprise sectors. read more »
Latest Employment Opportunities
Consortium Development Officer
Posted October 2nd, 2008 by catht
Deadline for application:
15 Oct 2008
Full-time, 35 hours per week
NJC equivalent: £21,412 - £25,320, scale 6/SO1, points 26 - 31 (plus 7% pension) read more »
Part time Personal Assistant
Posted October 3rd, 2008 by estellew
Deadline for application:
11 Oct 2008
Female Personal Assistant Needed. Disabled woman needs a personal assistant for assistance with cooking, cleaning, admin, carrying bags, shopping and undertaking social activities.
Usual Hours: read more »
Advocacy and Information Officer - Manchester Metropolitan University
Posted October 6th, 2008 by estellew
Deadline for application:
24 Oct 2008
Faculty of Humanities, Law and Social Sciences.
Job Title: Advocacy and Information Officer, Salary: £22,332 -£25,135 pa fixed-term until September 2009 (pay award pending). read more »
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Latest Training Opportunities
Inspiring Leaders in Salford Programme 2008
Posted October 2nd, 2008 by estellew
3 places still available! read more »
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Free Training from Digitall in Manchester
Posted October 3rd, 2008 by estellew
Digitall is a mentoring project that matches young people aged 16-25 with people aged 45 and over who want help to get started using digital technology. read more »
Advisory Centre for Education - Training Programme Autumn 2008
Posted October 3rd, 2008 by estellew
The Advisory Centre for Education (ACE) is a national charity which advises, informs & trains parents, carers, and professionals, regarding state education for 5-16 year olds. read more »
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USIT Updating Skills and Improving Confidence through Training - For Women Asylum seekers and Refugees
Posted October 3rd, 2008 by estellew
Come and learn in a safe, women-only environment, this programme offers help with:
• Personal and Professional Skills Development
• Communication and Negotiation skills read more »
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Latest Tenders
Invitation to Tender: Volunteering Infrastructure in Manchester
Posted October 3rd, 2008 by estellew
We know that volunteers are central to a thriving third sector, and a thriving and diverse city, from members of management committees to front-line service delivery. read more »
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Latest Consultations
Local Transport Bill – Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations
Posted October 2nd, 2008 by admin
The Department for Transport is seeking input on:
Local Transport Bill – Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations. read more »
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Community Network for Manchester
Email Bulletin – 19th September 2008 (there will be no Bulletin on the 26th Sept)
The Community Network for Manchester (CN4M) is part of the Manchester Partnership (MP) that works specifically on behalf of voluntary and community groups. CN4M is creating a more powerful voice for the voluntary and community sectors in Manchester. For more information about the Community Network for Manchester and to view contact details please visit our website at http://www.cn4m.net
1.0 Network News
2.0 Training
3.0 Events
4.0 Information
5.0 Jobs
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1.0 Network News
1.1 Community Network for Manchester (CN4M) Annual General Meeting - Tuesday 7th October 2008. CN4M's Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday 7th October at Cross Street Chapel (Cross Street, Manchester, M2 1NL). The meeting will begin at 6:00pm, and refreshments will be available from 5:30pm.
The paperwork for the AGM is available on our website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=16&Itemid=41
Please confirm your attendance by contacting John Wareham (john@cn4m.net, tel: 0161 234 2921) by Monday the 6th October.
1.2 Community Network for Manchester Strategy Group Meeting - Tuesday 7th October 2008.
Immediately following the AGM there will be a single item Strategy Group meeting.
This will be the reporting back to Strategy Group from the Task Group, looking at the development of our Strategic Plan.
The paperwork will be available, as is customary, two weeks before the meeting: Tuesday 23rd September.
Please contact John Wareham for further information (john@cn4m.net, tel: 0161 234 2921).
1.3 The CN4M bulletin is changing! There will be no CN4M bulletin next week (Friday 26th September). We will soon be unveiling our brand-new bulletin and website! From Friday 3rd October the CN4M bulletin will be generated automatically from our website using the information you upload (information on how you can do this will be available on the website). Our new-look website will be launched at our 'Celebrating Success' event on Friday 26th September. During the switch-over period no e-bulletin will be distributed, but new information will still be added to the CN4M website: www.cn4m.net
1.4 Reminder - CN4M Celebrating Success Event, Friday 26th September 2008. We will be holding an event to celebrate the successes of our networks, reveal our new logo and promote our new magazine.
Date/ Time: Friday 26th September, from 2.00 to 4.00 pm.
Venue: City Inn Manchester
Invitations have already been distributed - last chance to return your RSVP slip! If you have returned your RSVP slip, but you have not yet received a message confirming your place (with a map and directions to the venue attached), please contact us on: 0161 234 2916. We look forward to seeing you there!
2.0 Training
2.1 DAST and Lifeline basic drug and alcohol awareness training. Manchester Drug & Alcohol Strategy Team and Lifeline Project Ltd are offering basic drug and alcohol awareness training, from October 2008 to February 2009.
Sessions are free and it is expected that there will be a big demand for places, so please book as soon as possible. To allot places, the organisers will be discriminating in favour of community and smaller voluntary organisations in contact with the public, which do not specialise in substance misuse but need to know about it, though all enquiries are welcomed. For further information and to access a booking form, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=707&Itemid=50
Send your completed form to Roger Bysouth Email: r.bysouth@manchester.gov.uk, Post: Drug & Alcohol Strategy Team, 4th Floor, Heron House, Brazennose Street, Manchester M2 5EA, FAX: 0161 274 7100 by 7th October.
2.2 Volunteering and Ex-offenders Workshop - NEARIS. Work with volunteers? Interested in improving access to volunteering? Working to support ex-offenders to move forwards?
Date: Thursday 30th October 2008
Location: Manchester
This free one day workshop is a chance to discuss these issues with other practitioners. Local charity NEARIS has been conducting research into the volunteering journey of ex-offenders in Greater Manchester and you will hear some of the volunteer stories on the day. There will also be information sessions on CRB checks and other topics. Download the details and booking form from http://www.nearis.com or phone Kerry Maskell on 0161 832 4488.
2.3 Children in Need Funding Workshop.
Designed to increase the success rate of groups applying to BBC Children in Need for funding, this workshop will focus on project planning, defining disadvantage, involving young people, defining outcomes and creative monitoring. The session is free and is run by Children in Need staff.
Date: Wednesday, 8th October 2008
Location: Manchester
For further information, or to book a place, contact David Carnaffan, Children in Need, on 0191 244 1401, david.carnaffan@bbc.co.uk.
3.0 Events
3.1 Bike and Boots Event, 4th October - Platt Fields Park. Free Event! Short walks and bike rides around the park. Bikes available to borrow. Refreshments and fruit. Come along, join in, have fun. Bring your friends and family.
Date/ Time: Saturday 4th October, 1:00pm - 4:00pm.
Location: Platt Fields Park - Starting from the Lakeside Centre.
For more walking information, please contact Jen or Netty 0161 232 3106 or 0161 232 3101. For more cycling information, please contact Mark 07717 725 449.
3.2 Voluntary Sector Studies Network (VSSN) Autumn Seminar.
Date/ Time: Wednesday 12th November, 10.30am to 4pm
Venue: University of Manchester
To view the draft programme, please visit the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=306
To book your place, contact Andri Soteri-Proctor at: a.soteriproctor@manchester.ac.uk with your name, contact details and special requirements (dietary and access) before 5 November 2008.
3.3 Seminar - Freedom To Speak And Be Listened To...
Hosted by Black Arts Alliance's 'Players' Cultural Leadership Network in association with CLP and Powerbrokers, three major Cultural Activists share their experience on how to prevent being career-gagged.
Date/ Time: Saturday October 11th 2008, Lunch 1pm. Presentations and debate 2-6pm.
Venue: Zion Arts Centre (335 Stretford Road Hulme Manchester M15 5ZA).
For a link to the event flyer and booking form, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=303
Alternatively, you can contact admin@blackartists.org.uk, or write to Black Arts Alliance, PO Box 86, Manchester, M21 7BA.
3.4 Greening the Urban Environment Workshop. A workshop of particular interest for anyone in a town or city who wants to improve their environment and make it a better place to live and work in. To be followed by Annual General Meeting of Manchester district group of Campaign to Protect Rural England, ends at 4.30pm. All attendees are welcome to stay behind for this, or attend the A.G.M. only.
Date/ Time: Saturday, 27th September, 2008, 10 am -3pm.
Venue: Friends' Meeting House 6 Mount Street, Manchester, M2 5NS
To book a place, please contact: Debbie Janney, tel. 01606 835046, e-mail info@cprecheshire.org.uk
3.5 GMCVO (Greater Manchester Centre for Voluntary Organisation) - Annual General Meeting.
Date/ Time: Monday 27 October 2008, 3.30pm to 5.30pm
Venue: St Thomas Centre (Ardwick Green North, Manchester, M12 6FZ, Phone: 0161 277 1000)
The AGM will start at 4.00pm with a talk from Sir Richard Leese, Leader of Manchester City Council who will focus on the Manchester city-region and partnership working. Registration and refreshments will be available from 3.30pm.
If you would like to attend, contact Susan Barrett on 0161 277 1001 or e-mail on sue.barrett@gmcvo.org.uk (indicating name, organisation, e-mail address and whether or not you have any special requirements).
3.6 North Manchester Refugee Integration Forum Meeting.
Date/ Time: Wednesday 8th October, 9:15am - 2:00pm.
Venue: Harpurhey Community Church, Carisbrook Street, Manchester M9 5UX
To promote community cohesion and integration; change negative attitudes and perceptions held about refugees and asylum seekers to more positive ones; raise awareness of refugee and asylum issues.
For further information, and to access a booking form, please visit the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=301
Alternatively, contact Elaine Dunne - Elaine.dunne@manchester.gov.uk or phone 0161 868 0857.
3.7 5th Annual North West Public Health Conference 2008. Creating capital for a world class public health system in our region.
Dates: 13th & 14th October 2008
Venue: BT Convention Centre, Liverpool
The cost to attend this conference is £150 per day - which includes a delegate pack, lunch, refreshments and the evening reception on Monday 13th October. Concessions are available for those purchasing a 2 day ticket (see registration form). For a link to the conference flyer and booking form, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=296
3.8 Communities in Space: The Final Frontier. How to make your community hub accessible & welcoming to all...
Date/ Time: Thursday 27th November 2008, 10.30am - 3.00pm
Venue: GMCVO, St Thomas Centre, Manchester
This is a special FREE event for volunteers and workers from Greater Manchester's community hubs. A hub is a place of neighbourhood activity - it could be community building, space, centre, facility or any other place run by a not-for-profit group. There will be a focus on ways to make sure your hub is accessible, welcoming and open to everyone in your community. For more information contact Morag Rose on 0161 277 1039 email morag.rose@gmcvo.org.uk.
4.0 Information
4.1 Schools Volunteers Needed! Care about sustainable living? Want experience in eco-education? Find out about Action for Sustainable Living's School Volunteering Programme...
AfSL is a grass-roots charity working with local schools, communities and businesses to achieve real and lasting change. They need enthusiastic and committed people who: enjoy working with children and young people; want comprehensive experience in the field of environmental education; are able to volunteer 4 hours a week for a minimum of 6 months.
They provide workshops, resource support, training and links to a wide network of service providers through a 'whole school approach' to sustainable living.
For more info phone Jess on 0161 227 0377, email volunteer@afsl.org.uk , or visit www.afsl.org.uk
4.2 Green Volunteering in Manchester. EMERGE Recycling's REAL Volunteering programme encourages people from all walks of life to make a difference to their local environment. For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=699&Itemid=50
Or, for more information about REAL Volunteering, contact Nicola Milner on 0161 223 8200 or email volunteering@emergemanchester.co.uk
4.3 Community Inspired Regeneration Awards. Recognising grassroots projects making a difference to their local area, and sponsored by Communities and Local Government for a third year running, these awards celebrate best practice in community inspired and led regeneration in urban and rural areas across the United Kingdom.
Open for entries until 15th October 2008.
For further information, and to access an application form, visit: http://www.bura.org.uk/awards
4.4 Community Awards 2008. Manchester City Council knows that there are lots of people working hard to improve life in our communities, and the Community Awards are a great way of recognising those local heroes, and the difference they make.
If you know of, or work with, someone who volunteers their time to make improvements to - or someone who makes a positive impact upon - the community, why not nominate them for The Community Awards 2008? You can nominate anyone who lives or works within Manchester city's boundaries, and it's easy to do. There are eight award categories in total. For further information, visit: http://www.manchester.gov.uk/communityawards2008, or if you'd like to nominate someone, get in touch and they'll send you a form: Telephone: 0800 083 7924, Email: campaigns.team@manchester.gov.uk.
The closing date is Friday 10th October, and the Awards Ceremony will be at The Town Hall in the evening of Wednesday 10th December.
4.5 Infrastructure support services questionnaire. Manchester City Council has produced a questionnaire to gather information about the infrastructure support services being used by Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations and identify where there may be gaps in provision. The questionnaire can be found at: http://www.manchester.gov.uk/scarman
The information provided will be used to inform the next commissioning process to invite tenders for this work.
A hard copy of the questionnaire can be printed from the link. Alternatively, it is available from: The Third Sector Team, Corporate Performance Group, Manchester City Council, PO Box 532, Manchester M60 2LA, Tel: 0161 234 3141. Please complete the questionnaire by Tuesday 30th September 2008.
4.6 New addition to CN4M's Knowledgebank: Giving people a say in local spending - Participatory Budgeting, a national strategy.
This strategy sets out an overview of how the government will work towards the ambition for Participatory Budgeting to be used in every local authority area by 2012.
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_docman1&task=cat_view&gid=73&dir=DESC&order=name&limit=5&limitstart=10
4.7 Current Consultations:
Community Empowerment Fund Consultation. Proposals for a £7.5 million Empowerment Fund to provide funding to national third sector organisations that support local communities have been published. Announced as part of the white paper, Communities in control: real people, real power, the Fund replaces the Strategic Partners Fund which was withdrawn last year.
The Empowerment Fund is part of the wider framework for a stronger partnership between Government and the third sector set out in the Third Sector Review last year and in the 2006 Strong and Prosperous Communities white paper. For further information and a link to the consultation paper, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=708&Itemid=84
Consultation closing date: Tuesday 30th September 2008.
Consultation Paper on the third sector's strategic voice within Communities and Local Government.
Consultation paper on proposals to enhance the Communities and Local Government Third Sector Partnership Board: covering its future role and remit, membership and way of working.
To access the Consultation Paper, please visit: http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/communities/thirdsectorconsultation
The consultation closing date: Tuesday 30th September 2008.
Transport Innovation Fund/Congestion Charge survey. GMCVO's Transport Resource Unit is still canvassing VCS opinions on the Transport Innovation Fund proposals (improvements in public transport paid for in part by a limited congestion charge).
Organisations can give their views by filling in a short survey available at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=f2BqYH_2fWm1xF7nA9cYq_2fqw_3d_3d (it should take no more than 10 minutes).
Consultation closing date: Friday 10th October 2008.
For further information about the consultation, please visit:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=646&Itemid=84
Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations. The Department for Transport is seeking input on: Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations.
The Local Transport Bill includes measures to promote more effective partnership working between local authorities and bus operators, including through voluntary partnership agreements and quality partnership schemes. The Department has published a consultation on the draft Guidance which it is proposing to issue, and drafts of Regulations which it is proposing to make, assuming the Bill receives Royal Assent.
To view the consultation document, visit: http://www.dft.gov.uk/consultations/open/buspartnership/
Consultation closing date: Friday 31st October 2008.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Manchester Alliance for Community Care - Strategic Development Worker (Children and Families). Salary: £26,835 - £28,919 (+ 5% contributory pension) (+uplift pending); Hours: 35 hours per week; Contract: Initially to 31st March 2010.
An opportunity to take a high-profile role within Manchester's children, young people and families voluntary sector. Working with MACC's Child and Family Support Forum, you will lead on partnership working at the strategic level and the development of the voluntary sector's contribution to policy, decision-making & service delivery. Building on MACC's successes in recent years, this is a chance to work with colleagues in all sectors and to drive and inspire change to improve outcomes for local children and families.
To download an application pack, please visit: http://www.macc.org.uk/jobs
Or contact MACC Swan Buildings, 20 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5JW, Telephone: 0161 834 9823, Fax: 0161 832 2352, Email: angela@macc.org.
Closing date for applications: Monday 6th October 2008. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 21st October 2008.
MACC is committed to equal opportunities.
5.2 Target: Wellbeing - Network Co-ordinator. Salary: £27,840 - £34,239; Contract: One year fixed-term contract - Secondment opportunities considered; Based in Manchester.
Target: Wellbeing aims to help people achieve healthier and happier lives. It is a programme of over 90 projects that increase exercise, encourage healthier eating and promote mental wellbeing.
An application pack can be downloaded from: http://www.groundworknw.org.uk/vacancy.asp?action=view&id=1222
Alternatively, you can contact Lisa Horrocks on lisa.horrocks@groundwork.org.uk, or
telephone 0161 237 3200.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon, 1st October 2008. Interview date: 15th October 2008.
5.3 Voluntary Youth Manchester and 42nd St - Part-time Admin Worker. Salary Scale: NJC pt 15: £15,470.00 p.a. pro rata (pay award pending); Hours: 14 hours per week (flexible, exact hours negotiable); Office base: 42nd Street, Swan Buildings, 20 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5JW.
42nd Street wishes to appoint a part-time admin worker as soon as possible. The post is currently offered until the end of March 2009. The primary role of the post-holder will be to provide administrative support to the Voluntary Youth Manchester Development Manager, as well as reception duties at 42nd Street.
For more information and an application pack, contact 42nd Street on 0161 832 0169; or e-mail liz.battison@fortysecondstreet.org.uk, or visit the MACC website at www.macc.org.uk/jobs
5.4 Young Advisors - Development Manager.
Salary: NJC SCP 34-37: £27,594 - £30,598, Hours: 35 hours per week; Location: Based in Manchester, but working with projects nationally.
Young Advisors are looking to recruit a dynamic, flexible and young-person-centred Development Manager to join their progressive youth lead organisation. With a background in training and business development you will support Young Advisors and their leads to develop projects, and support the set up of new projects nationally.
For further information, visit: http://web.me.com/garybuxton/DM_Recruit/Recruitment.html
Closing date for applications: 5pm, 30th September 2008. Interviews: Thursday 9th October 2008
5.5 Contour Housing - Community Development Worker.
Salary: circa £22,000, Full Time, 3 years Fixed term contract, Ref: 41-08.
You will work in partnership with local structures, residents and tenants of Broughton (East Salford), community groups and relevant organisations to maintain existing community initiatives, as well as to encourage and develop sustainable initiatives for the future.
You can apply online at: www.contourhousing.co.uk
5.6 NEARIS - Charity Administrator. Salary: NJC points 19-24, £17,000 - £21,000 depending on experience. The 2007-08 salary levels for these points are £16,536-£20,099, but a standard of living award is pending for 2008-09); Hours: 35 hours per week; Location: Manchester City Centre.
NEARIS is a friendly and interesting charity which provides education and training to adults on the margins of society. You will be assisting the Chief Executive with a wide range of administrative and financial duties. Experience of administration work is essential, as is a confident ability with written and spoken communication. Training will be provided on the technical aspects of the role (e.g. the computerised accounts package) but you will need to be confident with numbers. Download full details and an application pack from: http://www.nearis.com
Closing date for applications: 12.00 midday on Friday 3rd Oct 2008.
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Email Bulletin – 19th September 2008 (there will be no Bulletin on the 26th Sept)
The Community Network for Manchester (CN4M) is part of the Manchester Partnership (MP) that works specifically on behalf of voluntary and community groups. CN4M is creating a more powerful voice for the voluntary and community sectors in Manchester. For more information about the Community Network for Manchester and to view contact details please visit our website at http://www.cn4m.net
1.0 Network News
2.0 Training
3.0 Events
4.0 Information
5.0 Jobs
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1.0 Network News
1.1 Community Network for Manchester (CN4M) Annual General Meeting - Tuesday 7th October 2008. CN4M's Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday 7th October at Cross Street Chapel (Cross Street, Manchester, M2 1NL). The meeting will begin at 6:00pm, and refreshments will be available from 5:30pm.
The paperwork for the AGM is available on our website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=16&Itemid=41
Please confirm your attendance by contacting John Wareham (john@cn4m.net, tel: 0161 234 2921) by Monday the 6th October.
1.2 Community Network for Manchester Strategy Group Meeting - Tuesday 7th October 2008.
Immediately following the AGM there will be a single item Strategy Group meeting.
This will be the reporting back to Strategy Group from the Task Group, looking at the development of our Strategic Plan.
The paperwork will be available, as is customary, two weeks before the meeting: Tuesday 23rd September.
Please contact John Wareham for further information (john@cn4m.net, tel: 0161 234 2921).
1.3 The CN4M bulletin is changing! There will be no CN4M bulletin next week (Friday 26th September). We will soon be unveiling our brand-new bulletin and website! From Friday 3rd October the CN4M bulletin will be generated automatically from our website using the information you upload (information on how you can do this will be available on the website). Our new-look website will be launched at our 'Celebrating Success' event on Friday 26th September. During the switch-over period no e-bulletin will be distributed, but new information will still be added to the CN4M website: www.cn4m.net
1.4 Reminder - CN4M Celebrating Success Event, Friday 26th September 2008. We will be holding an event to celebrate the successes of our networks, reveal our new logo and promote our new magazine.
Date/ Time: Friday 26th September, from 2.00 to 4.00 pm.
Venue: City Inn Manchester
Invitations have already been distributed - last chance to return your RSVP slip! If you have returned your RSVP slip, but you have not yet received a message confirming your place (with a map and directions to the venue attached), please contact us on: 0161 234 2916. We look forward to seeing you there!
2.0 Training
2.1 DAST and Lifeline basic drug and alcohol awareness training. Manchester Drug & Alcohol Strategy Team and Lifeline Project Ltd are offering basic drug and alcohol awareness training, from October 2008 to February 2009.
Sessions are free and it is expected that there will be a big demand for places, so please book as soon as possible. To allot places, the organisers will be discriminating in favour of community and smaller voluntary organisations in contact with the public, which do not specialise in substance misuse but need to know about it, though all enquiries are welcomed. For further information and to access a booking form, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=707&Itemid=50
Send your completed form to Roger Bysouth Email: r.bysouth@manchester.gov.uk, Post: Drug & Alcohol Strategy Team, 4th Floor, Heron House, Brazennose Street, Manchester M2 5EA, FAX: 0161 274 7100 by 7th October.
2.2 Volunteering and Ex-offenders Workshop - NEARIS. Work with volunteers? Interested in improving access to volunteering? Working to support ex-offenders to move forwards?
Date: Thursday 30th October 2008
Location: Manchester
This free one day workshop is a chance to discuss these issues with other practitioners. Local charity NEARIS has been conducting research into the volunteering journey of ex-offenders in Greater Manchester and you will hear some of the volunteer stories on the day. There will also be information sessions on CRB checks and other topics. Download the details and booking form from http://www.nearis.com or phone Kerry Maskell on 0161 832 4488.
2.3 Children in Need Funding Workshop.
Designed to increase the success rate of groups applying to BBC Children in Need for funding, this workshop will focus on project planning, defining disadvantage, involving young people, defining outcomes and creative monitoring. The session is free and is run by Children in Need staff.
Date: Wednesday, 8th October 2008
Location: Manchester
For further information, or to book a place, contact David Carnaffan, Children in Need, on 0191 244 1401, david.carnaffan@bbc.co.uk.
3.0 Events
3.1 Bike and Boots Event, 4th October - Platt Fields Park. Free Event! Short walks and bike rides around the park. Bikes available to borrow. Refreshments and fruit. Come along, join in, have fun. Bring your friends and family.
Date/ Time: Saturday 4th October, 1:00pm - 4:00pm.
Location: Platt Fields Park - Starting from the Lakeside Centre.
For more walking information, please contact Jen or Netty 0161 232 3106 or 0161 232 3101. For more cycling information, please contact Mark 07717 725 449.
3.2 Voluntary Sector Studies Network (VSSN) Autumn Seminar.
Date/ Time: Wednesday 12th November, 10.30am to 4pm
Venue: University of Manchester
To view the draft programme, please visit the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=306
To book your place, contact Andri Soteri-Proctor at: a.soteriproctor@manchester.ac.uk with your name, contact details and special requirements (dietary and access) before 5 November 2008.
3.3 Seminar - Freedom To Speak And Be Listened To...
Hosted by Black Arts Alliance's 'Players' Cultural Leadership Network in association with CLP and Powerbrokers, three major Cultural Activists share their experience on how to prevent being career-gagged.
Date/ Time: Saturday October 11th 2008, Lunch 1pm. Presentations and debate 2-6pm.
Venue: Zion Arts Centre (335 Stretford Road Hulme Manchester M15 5ZA).
For a link to the event flyer and booking form, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=303
Alternatively, you can contact admin@blackartists.org.uk, or write to Black Arts Alliance, PO Box 86, Manchester, M21 7BA.
3.4 Greening the Urban Environment Workshop. A workshop of particular interest for anyone in a town or city who wants to improve their environment and make it a better place to live and work in. To be followed by Annual General Meeting of Manchester district group of Campaign to Protect Rural England, ends at 4.30pm. All attendees are welcome to stay behind for this, or attend the A.G.M. only.
Date/ Time: Saturday, 27th September, 2008, 10 am -3pm.
Venue: Friends' Meeting House 6 Mount Street, Manchester, M2 5NS
To book a place, please contact: Debbie Janney, tel. 01606 835046, e-mail info@cprecheshire.org.uk
3.5 GMCVO (Greater Manchester Centre for Voluntary Organisation) - Annual General Meeting.
Date/ Time: Monday 27 October 2008, 3.30pm to 5.30pm
Venue: St Thomas Centre (Ardwick Green North, Manchester, M12 6FZ, Phone: 0161 277 1000)
The AGM will start at 4.00pm with a talk from Sir Richard Leese, Leader of Manchester City Council who will focus on the Manchester city-region and partnership working. Registration and refreshments will be available from 3.30pm.
If you would like to attend, contact Susan Barrett on 0161 277 1001 or e-mail on sue.barrett@gmcvo.org.uk (indicating name, organisation, e-mail address and whether or not you have any special requirements).
3.6 North Manchester Refugee Integration Forum Meeting.
Date/ Time: Wednesday 8th October, 9:15am - 2:00pm.
Venue: Harpurhey Community Church, Carisbrook Street, Manchester M9 5UX
To promote community cohesion and integration; change negative attitudes and perceptions held about refugees and asylum seekers to more positive ones; raise awareness of refugee and asylum issues.
For further information, and to access a booking form, please visit the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=301
Alternatively, contact Elaine Dunne - Elaine.dunne@manchester.gov.uk or phone 0161 868 0857.
3.7 5th Annual North West Public Health Conference 2008. Creating capital for a world class public health system in our region.
Dates: 13th & 14th October 2008
Venue: BT Convention Centre, Liverpool
The cost to attend this conference is £150 per day - which includes a delegate pack, lunch, refreshments and the evening reception on Monday 13th October. Concessions are available for those purchasing a 2 day ticket (see registration form). For a link to the conference flyer and booking form, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=296
3.8 Communities in Space: The Final Frontier. How to make your community hub accessible & welcoming to all...
Date/ Time: Thursday 27th November 2008, 10.30am - 3.00pm
Venue: GMCVO, St Thomas Centre, Manchester
This is a special FREE event for volunteers and workers from Greater Manchester's community hubs. A hub is a place of neighbourhood activity - it could be community building, space, centre, facility or any other place run by a not-for-profit group. There will be a focus on ways to make sure your hub is accessible, welcoming and open to everyone in your community. For more information contact Morag Rose on 0161 277 1039 email morag.rose@gmcvo.org.uk.
4.0 Information
4.1 Schools Volunteers Needed! Care about sustainable living? Want experience in eco-education? Find out about Action for Sustainable Living's School Volunteering Programme...
AfSL is a grass-roots charity working with local schools, communities and businesses to achieve real and lasting change. They need enthusiastic and committed people who: enjoy working with children and young people; want comprehensive experience in the field of environmental education; are able to volunteer 4 hours a week for a minimum of 6 months.
They provide workshops, resource support, training and links to a wide network of service providers through a 'whole school approach' to sustainable living.
For more info phone Jess on 0161 227 0377, email volunteer@afsl.org.uk , or visit www.afsl.org.uk
4.2 Green Volunteering in Manchester. EMERGE Recycling's REAL Volunteering programme encourages people from all walks of life to make a difference to their local environment. For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=699&Itemid=50
Or, for more information about REAL Volunteering, contact Nicola Milner on 0161 223 8200 or email volunteering@emergemanchester.co.uk
4.3 Community Inspired Regeneration Awards. Recognising grassroots projects making a difference to their local area, and sponsored by Communities and Local Government for a third year running, these awards celebrate best practice in community inspired and led regeneration in urban and rural areas across the United Kingdom.
Open for entries until 15th October 2008.
For further information, and to access an application form, visit: http://www.bura.org.uk/awards
4.4 Community Awards 2008. Manchester City Council knows that there are lots of people working hard to improve life in our communities, and the Community Awards are a great way of recognising those local heroes, and the difference they make.
If you know of, or work with, someone who volunteers their time to make improvements to - or someone who makes a positive impact upon - the community, why not nominate them for The Community Awards 2008? You can nominate anyone who lives or works within Manchester city's boundaries, and it's easy to do. There are eight award categories in total. For further information, visit: http://www.manchester.gov.uk/communityawards2008, or if you'd like to nominate someone, get in touch and they'll send you a form: Telephone: 0800 083 7924, Email: campaigns.team@manchester.gov.uk.
The closing date is Friday 10th October, and the Awards Ceremony will be at The Town Hall in the evening of Wednesday 10th December.
4.5 Infrastructure support services questionnaire. Manchester City Council has produced a questionnaire to gather information about the infrastructure support services being used by Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations and identify where there may be gaps in provision. The questionnaire can be found at: http://www.manchester.gov.uk/scarman
The information provided will be used to inform the next commissioning process to invite tenders for this work.
A hard copy of the questionnaire can be printed from the link. Alternatively, it is available from: The Third Sector Team, Corporate Performance Group, Manchester City Council, PO Box 532, Manchester M60 2LA, Tel: 0161 234 3141. Please complete the questionnaire by Tuesday 30th September 2008.
4.6 New addition to CN4M's Knowledgebank: Giving people a say in local spending - Participatory Budgeting, a national strategy.
This strategy sets out an overview of how the government will work towards the ambition for Participatory Budgeting to be used in every local authority area by 2012.
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_docman1&task=cat_view&gid=73&dir=DESC&order=name&limit=5&limitstart=10
4.7 Current Consultations:
Community Empowerment Fund Consultation. Proposals for a £7.5 million Empowerment Fund to provide funding to national third sector organisations that support local communities have been published. Announced as part of the white paper, Communities in control: real people, real power, the Fund replaces the Strategic Partners Fund which was withdrawn last year.
The Empowerment Fund is part of the wider framework for a stronger partnership between Government and the third sector set out in the Third Sector Review last year and in the 2006 Strong and Prosperous Communities white paper. For further information and a link to the consultation paper, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=708&Itemid=84
Consultation closing date: Tuesday 30th September 2008.
Consultation Paper on the third sector's strategic voice within Communities and Local Government.
Consultation paper on proposals to enhance the Communities and Local Government Third Sector Partnership Board: covering its future role and remit, membership and way of working.
To access the Consultation Paper, please visit: http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/communities/thirdsectorconsultation
The consultation closing date: Tuesday 30th September 2008.
Transport Innovation Fund/Congestion Charge survey. GMCVO's Transport Resource Unit is still canvassing VCS opinions on the Transport Innovation Fund proposals (improvements in public transport paid for in part by a limited congestion charge).
Organisations can give their views by filling in a short survey available at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=f2BqYH_2fWm1xF7nA9cYq_2fqw_3d_3d
Consultation closing date: Friday 10th October 2008.
For further information about the consultation, please visit:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=646&Itemid=84
Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations. The Department for Transport is seeking input on: Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations.
The Local Transport Bill includes measures to promote more effective partnership working between local authorities and bus operators, including through voluntary partnership agreements and quality partnership schemes. The Department has published a consultation on the draft Guidance which it is proposing to issue, and drafts of Regulations which it is proposing to make, assuming the Bill receives Royal Assent.
To view the consultation document, visit: http://www.dft.gov.uk/consultations/open/buspartnership/
Consultation closing date: Friday 31st October 2008.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Manchester Alliance for Community Care - Strategic Development Worker (Children and Families). Salary: £26,835 - £28,919 (+ 5% contributory pension) (+uplift pending); Hours: 35 hours per week; Contract: Initially to 31st March 2010.
An opportunity to take a high-profile role within Manchester's children, young people and families voluntary sector. Working with MACC's Child and Family Support Forum, you will lead on partnership working at the strategic level and the development of the voluntary sector's contribution to policy, decision-making & service delivery. Building on MACC's successes in recent years, this is a chance to work with colleagues in all sectors and to drive and inspire change to improve outcomes for local children and families.
To download an application pack, please visit: http://www.macc.org.uk/jobs
Or contact MACC Swan Buildings, 20 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5JW, Telephone: 0161 834 9823, Fax: 0161 832 2352, Email: angela@macc.org.
Closing date for applications: Monday 6th October 2008. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 21st October 2008.
MACC is committed to equal opportunities.
5.2 Target: Wellbeing - Network Co-ordinator. Salary: £27,840 - £34,239; Contract: One year fixed-term contract - Secondment opportunities considered; Based in Manchester.
Target: Wellbeing aims to help people achieve healthier and happier lives. It is a programme of over 90 projects that increase exercise, encourage healthier eating and promote mental wellbeing.
An application pack can be downloaded from: http://www.groundworknw.org.uk/vacancy.asp?action=view&id=1222
Alternatively, you can contact Lisa Horrocks on lisa.horrocks@groundwork.org.uk, or
telephone 0161 237 3200.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon, 1st October 2008. Interview date: 15th October 2008.
5.3 Voluntary Youth Manchester and 42nd St - Part-time Admin Worker. Salary Scale: NJC pt 15: £15,470.00 p.a. pro rata (pay award pending); Hours: 14 hours per week (flexible, exact hours negotiable); Office base: 42nd Street, Swan Buildings, 20 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5JW.
42nd Street wishes to appoint a part-time admin worker as soon as possible. The post is currently offered until the end of March 2009. The primary role of the post-holder will be to provide administrative support to the Voluntary Youth Manchester Development Manager, as well as reception duties at 42nd Street.
For more information and an application pack, contact 42nd Street on 0161 832 0169; or e-mail liz.battison@fortysecondstreet.org.uk, or visit the MACC website at www.macc.org.uk/jobs
5.4 Young Advisors - Development Manager.
Salary: NJC SCP 34-37: £27,594 - £30,598, Hours: 35 hours per week; Location: Based in Manchester, but working with projects nationally.
Young Advisors are looking to recruit a dynamic, flexible and young-person-centred Development Manager to join their progressive youth lead organisation. With a background in training and business development you will support Young Advisors and their leads to develop projects, and support the set up of new projects nationally.
For further information, visit: http://web.me.com/garybuxton/DM_Recruit/Recruitment.html
Closing date for applications: 5pm, 30th September 2008. Interviews: Thursday 9th October 2008
5.5 Contour Housing - Community Development Worker.
Salary: circa £22,000, Full Time, 3 years Fixed term contract, Ref: 41-08.
You will work in partnership with local structures, residents and tenants of Broughton (East Salford), community groups and relevant organisations to maintain existing community initiatives, as well as to encourage and develop sustainable initiatives for the future.
You can apply online at: www.contourhousing.co.uk
5.6 NEARIS - Charity Administrator. Salary: NJC points 19-24, £17,000 - £21,000 depending on experience. The 2007-08 salary levels for these points are £16,536-£20,099, but a standard of living award is pending for 2008-09); Hours: 35 hours per week; Location: Manchester City Centre.
NEARIS is a friendly and interesting charity which provides education and training to adults on the margins of society. You will be assisting the Chief Executive with a wide range of administrative and financial duties. Experience of administration work is essential, as is a confident ability with written and spoken communication. Training will be provided on the technical aspects of the role (e.g. the computerised accounts package) but you will need to be confident with numbers. Download full details and an application pack from: http://www.nearis.com
Closing date for applications: 12.00 midday on Friday 3rd Oct 2008.
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Tuesday, 16 September 2008
Community Network for Manchester
Email Bulletin – 12th September 2008
The Community Network for Manchester (CN4M) is part of the Manchester Partnership (MP) that works specifically on behalf of voluntary and community groups. CN4M is creating a more powerful voice for the voluntary and community sectors in Manchester. For more information about the Community Network for Manchester and to view contact details please visit our website at http://www.cn4m.net
1.0 Network News
2.0 Training
3.0 Events
4.0 Information
5.0 Jobs
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1.0 Network News
1.1 CN4M Celebrating Success Event, Friday 26th September 2008. We will be holding an event to celebrate the successes of our networks, reveal our new look and promote our new magazine.
Date/ Time: Friday 26th September, from 2.00 to 4.00 pm.
Venue: City Inn Manchester
Places are limited so if you've already received an invitation, please RSVP as soon as possible. We look forward to seeing you there!
1.2 Manchester's Online Community Directory (MOCD). CN4M have recently appointed Mike Wright on a secondment from Novas Scarman Group to project manage the further development of Manchester's Online Community Directory. MOCD is an online directory which provides voluntary and community sector (VCS) groups in Manchester with the opportunity to promote their details to a wider audience and make contact with similar groups to network/share good practice.
It is FREE to get your group's details listed on the directory. There is an online registration form at: http://www.novasscarmanmanchester.org (click on Directory), or alternatively you can contact Mike Wright at CN4M on 0161 234 2909 or e-mail: mike@cn4m.net. For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=700&Itemid=35
1.3 Date for your diaries - CN4M Annual General Meeting, Tuesday 7th October 2008. CN4M's Annual General Meeting, originally proposed to take place on Tuesday 23rd September, will now take place on Tuesday 7th October. The venue, timings and paperwork will be circulated on Tuesday 16th September.
1.4 Flexible New Deal and the Voluntary Sector - LSEN VCS Meeting.
Date/ Time: Wednesday 24th September, 10.00 am.
Venue: The Waterloo Centre in Cheetham Hill
The Learning Skills and Employment Network (LSEN) are holding a meeting to update their members about the changes in the benefit system taking place through the introduction of the Flexible New Deal by the DWP and JCP. For further information about this process, and the proposed meeting, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=295
If your organisation is not aware of this initiative and you want to get involved, please contact Walt Crowson, the LSEN Co-ordinator, on walt.crowson@ntlworld.com as soon as possible and he will email you a list of all the Prime Contractors and what you need to do to register.
2.0 Training
2.1 Volunteering and Ex-offenders Workshop - NEARIS. Work with volunteers? Interested in improving access to volunteering? Working to support ex-offenders to move forwards?
Date: Thu 30th October 2008
Location: Manchester
This free one day workshop is a chance to discuss these issues with other practitioners. Local charity NEARIS has been conducting research into the volunteering journey of ex-offenders in Greater Manchester and you will hear some of the volunteer stories on the day. There will also be information sessions on CRB checks and other topics. Download the details and booking form from http://www.nearis.com or phone Kerry Maskell on 0161 832 4488.
2.2 English for Women Only - Regenesis² Shakespeare House, Fallowfield. Basic English classes for women commencing on the 2nd of October. Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays; Time: 11am to 1pm; Fee: £289 for 3 months.
Intermediate English classes for women commencing on the 1st of October. Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 11am to 1pm; Fee: £289 for 3 months.
For more information contact them by phone on 01612823205 or by email: info@i-bes.co.uk.
3.0 Events
3.1 5th Annual North West Public Health Conference 2008. Creating capital for a world class public health system in our region.
Dates: 13th & 14th October 2008
Venue: BT Convention Centre, Liverpool
The cost to attend this conference is £150 per day - which includes a delegate pack, lunch, refreshments and the evening reception on Monday 13th October. Concessions are available for those purchasing a 2 day ticket (see registration form). For a link to the conference flyer and booking form, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=296
3.2 Café Politique - Your Say: Putting The Public Into Policy.
Date/ Time: Monday 22nd September, 6.30 to 8.30pm.
Location: central Manchester (a few minutes walk from GMEX centre)
This event, hosted by Terry Christian, provides a unique space for the public to have a say on what matters to them, in tandem with politicians and others debating issues at the Labour Party conference 2008. This discussion and debate will explore topics such as high house prices, healthcare, rising food costs, our children's futures and climate change. For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=298
Places are limited, so for more details and to book your place early, please email: north@ippr.org.
3.3 Public Pro TIF / Congestion Charge Group Meeting.
Date/ Time: Thursday 18th September 2008, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Venue: Green Fish Resource Centre, 46-50 Oldham Street, Manchester.
'GO! Greater Manchester' is a coalition of local residents working to support a YES vote in the referendum on congestion charging on 11th December 2008.
Join them at the official launch to discuss the aims and objectives of the group and help plan the work that they will carry out in the run up to the referendum.
For further information, contact Kev.Peel@yahoo.co.uk, 07772608058.
3.4 North Manchester Refugee Integration Forum Meeting.
Date/ Time: Wednesday 8th October, 9:15am - 2:00pm.
Venue: Harpurhey Community Church, Carisbrook Street, Manchester M9 5UX
To promote community cohesion and integration; change negative attitudes and perceptions held about refugees and asylum seekers to more positive ones; raise awareness of refugee and asylum issues.
For further information, and to access a booking form, please visit the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=301
Alternatively, contact Elaine Dunne - Elaine.dunne@manchester.gov.uk or phone 0161 868 0857.
3.5 Communities in Space: The Final Frontier. How to make your community hub accessible & welcoming to all...
Date/ Time: Thursday 27th November 2008, 10.30am - 3.00pm
Venue: GMCVO, St Thomas Centre, Manchester
This is a special FREE event for volunteers and workers from Greater Manchester's community hubs. A hub is a place of neighbourhood activity - it could be community building, space, centre, facility or any other place run by a not-for-profit group. There will be a focus on ways to make sure your hub is accessible, welcoming and open to everyone in your community. For more information contact Morag Rose on 0161 277 1039 email morag.rose@gmcvo.org.uk.
3.6 Living Well in a Low Energy World - Public event on Cuban Sustainability and how Cuba survived Peak Oil.
With Cuban biologist and permaculturist Roberto Perez who featured in the film called The Power of Community, and is touring the UK in September. He will talk on Cuba's transition to organic urban agriculture and the community response to radical change.
Date: Wednesday 24th Sept at 7pm
Venue: Manchester Metropolitan University, Lecture Theatre 2 at Geoffrey Manton Building on Oxford Road (opposite the swimming baths).
For further information, please visit: http://creativelocalsolutions.co.uk/roblog/Roberto_Perez
3.7 Manchester Full of Life Festival. The country's biggest celebration of older people is back bigger than ever! A must for your diaries, the free festival will run for a full two weeks (from 29th September 2008 until 10th October 2008, at various venues across the city).
Back by popular demand, the Big Event at Manchester Town Hall will take place on Tuesday 30th September.
In addition to the usual information stalls and entertainments room, there will be the opportunity to try your hand at line dancing, Nintendo Wii and Egyptian dancing. When exhausted, why not relax in the Pamper Room or try some brand new activities, which are still a closely guarded secret!
For more information, or to register to receive a full colour brochure, call Rachel York on 0161 234 3547
4.0 Information
4.1 Community Awards 2008. Manchester City Council knows that there are lots of people working hard to improve life in our communities, and the Community Awards are a great way of recognising those local heroes, and the difference they make.
If you know of, or work with, someone who volunteers their time to make improvements to - or someone who makes a positive impact upon - the community, why not nominate them for The Community Awards 2008? You can nominate anyone who lives or works within Manchester city's boundaries, and it's easy to do. There are eight award categories in total. For further information, visit: http://www.manchester.gov.uk/communityawards2008, or if you'd like to nominate someone, get in touch and they'll send you a form: Telephone: 0800 083 7924, Email: campaigns.team@manchester.gov.uk.
The closing date is Friday 10th October, and the Awards Ceremony will be at The Town Hall in the evening of Wednesday 10th December.
4.2 Green Volunteering in Manchester. EMERGE Recycling's REAL Volunteering programme encourages people from all walks of life to make a difference to their local environment. For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=699&Itemid=50
Or, for more information about REAL Volunteering, contact Nicola Milner on 0161 223 8200 or email volunteering@emergemanchester.co.uk
4.3 Training/meeting rooms for hire. Six rooms of different sizes are available to hire for meetings and training at Shakespeare House, in Fallowfield at £10 per hour.
Address: Shakespeare House, 165 Kingsbrook Road, Fallowfield, Manchester, M16 8NR. To book or view contact us on 01612823205 or by email admin@r-squared.org.uk. Regenesis² specialise in community cohesion projects based on the principles of self-determination and self-respect.
4.4 'How Your Council Works' guide. Urban Forum launched a new handy guide for community groups - How Your Council Works - on Monday 8th September. 'How Your Council Works' describes, in a straightforward and readable style, the functions of your local authority and how to get involved.
The guide is produced by Urban Forum, NAVCA and IDeA, with the support of the National Empowerment Partnership. The guide is available at: http://www.urbanforum.org.uk/pubs/index.html
4.5 Community Inspired Regeneration Awards. Recognising grassroots projects making a difference to their local area, and sponsored by Communities and Local Government for a third year running, these awards celebrate best practice in community inspired and led regeneration in urban and rural areas across the United Kingdom.
Open for entries until 15th October 2008.
For further information, and to access an application form, visit: http://www.bura.org.uk/awards
4.6 Small grants for groups to promote sustainable transport in Manchester. The Transport Thematic Partnership is inviting voluntary and community sector groups to bid into a small grants pot for projects which promote sustainable transport. Please note that projects have to be wholly within the City of Manchester, run by organisations also based within the city. For further information, and to access an application form, please see the GMCVO website: http://www.gmcvo.org.uk/?q=node/898 For more information or advice on applying, please contact: Dave Whyte, City Team Leader Transport Policy Unit: dave.whyte@manchester.gov.uk or Bill Harrop, Transport Pool Convenor: transport@transportpool.co.uk. Completed applications should be returned no later than Friday 19th September.
4.7 Infrastructure support services questionnaire. Manchester City Council has produced a questionnaire to gather information about the infrastructure support services being used by Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations and identify where there may be gaps in provision. The questionnaire can be found at: http://www.manchester.gov.uk/scarman
The information provided will be used to inform the next commissioning process to invite tenders for this work.
A hard copy of the questionnaire can be printed from the link. Alternatively, it is available from: The Third Sector Team, Corporate Performance Group, Manchester City Council, PO Box 532, Manchester M60 2LA, Tel: 0161 234 3141. Please complete the questionnaire by Tuesday 30th September 2008.
4.8 Current Consultations:
Consultation Paper on the third sector's strategic voice within Communities and Local Government.
Consultation paper on proposals to enhance the Communities and Local Government Third Sector Partnership Board: covering its future role and remit, membership and way of working.
To access the Consultation Paper, please visit: http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/communities/thirdsectorconsultation
The consultation will run until 30 September 2008.
Transport Innovation Fund/Congestion Charge survey. GMCVO's Transport Resource Unit is still canvassing VCS opinions on the Transport Innovation Fund proposals (improvements in public transport paid for in part by a limited congestion charge).
Organisations can give their views by filling in a short survey available at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=f2BqYH_2fWm1xF7nA9cYq_2fqw_3d_3d (it should take no more than 10 minutes).
Consultation closing date: 10th October 2008.
For further information about the consultation, please visit:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=646&Itemid=84
Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations. The Department for Transport is seeking input on: Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations.
The Local Transport Bill includes measures to promote more effective partnership working between local authorities and bus operators, including through voluntary partnership agreements and quality partnership schemes. The Department has published a consultation on the draft Guidance which it is proposing to issue, and drafts of Regulations which it is proposing to make, assuming the Bill receives Royal Assent.
To view the consultation document, visit: http://www.dft.gov.uk/consultations/open/buspartnership/
Closing date: 31st October 2008.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 NEARIS - Charity Administrator. Salary: NJC points 19-24, £17,000 - £21,000 depending on experience. The 2007-08 salary levels for these points are £16,536-£20,099, but a standard of living award is pending for 2008-09); Hours: 35 hours per week; Location: Manchester City Centre.
NEARIS is a friendly and interesting charity which provides education and training to adults on the margins of society. You will be assisting the Chief Executive with a wide range of administrative and financial duties. Experience of administration work is essential, as is a confident ability with written and spoken communication. Training will be provided on the technical aspects of the role (e.g. the computerised accounts package) but you will need to be confident with numbers. Download full details and an application pack from: http://www.nearis.com
Deadline for receipt of applications: 12.00 midday on Fri 3rd Oct 2008.
5.2 Contour Housing - Community Development Worker.
Salary: circa £22,000, Full Time, 3 years Fixed term contract, Ref: 41-08.
You will work in partnership with local structures, residents and tenants of Broughton (East Salford), community groups and relevant organisations to maintain existing community initiatives, as well as to encourage and develop sustainable initiatives for the future.
You can apply online at: www.contourhousing.co.uk
5.3 Autistic Society Greater Manchester Area (ASGMA) - 2 Vacancies
Fundraiser. Salary: £17,000 - £19,000 (dependant on proven successes and experience), Hours: 35 hours per week - flexible working. Contract: one year fixed term, contract negotiable after first year.
This will be a new position for ASGMA and the ASGMA Fundraiser will work closely with the Chief Executive in developing community fundraising initiatives, developing links with groups, clubs and associations - as well as developing, encouraging and supporting fundraising volunteers.
Admin Officer. Salary: £13,336-£15,470 pro rata dependant on qualifications and experience (£10,668-£12,376 actual). Hours of Work: 28 hours per week to be worked flexibly in agreement with the postholder (this can include school hours).
The Admin Officer will support the Administration and Finance operation of ASGMA. The role includes the provision of comprehensive administrative support and financial bookkeeping support as well as ensuring the upkeep of a small Resource Centre and running a room booking system.
For more details go to: http://www.asgma.org.uk/cms/ or contact Paul King - 0161 866 8483 / 0792 550 4942 / chiefexec@asgma.org.uk. Closing date for applications: 12.30 pm Friday 19th September 2008.
5.4 Young Advisors - Development Manager.
Salary: NJC SCP 34-37: £27,594 - £30,598, Hours: 35 hours per week, Location: Based in Manchester, but working with projects nationally.
Young Advisors are looking to recruit a dynamic, flexible and young-person-centred Development Manager to join their progressive youth lead organisation. With a background in training and business development you will support Young Advisors and their leads to develop projects, and support the set up of new projects nationally.
For further information, visit: http://web.me.com/garybuxton/DM_Recruit/Recruitment.html
Closing date: 5pm, 30th September 2008. Interviews: Thursday 9th October 2008
5.5 Lesbian Community Project - Project Co-ordinator. Salary: £24,670, Hours: 35 hours per week. Contract: until March 2009 initially.
Manchester Lesbian Community Project (LCP) are looking to recruit a Project Co-ordinator with experience of community development work and people management. You will need to have excellent communication skills and knowledge and experience of issues affecting lesbian and bisexual women. You will have responsibility for the day to day operations of the Project and will input into the strategic development of the Project in conjunction with the Board of Trustees. Application packs are available from the LCP website: http://www.manchesterlcp.org.uk
Alternatively, you can contact them on 0161 273 7128 or by e-mail at: mail@manchesterlcp.org.uk.
Closing date: 4pm on Monday 29th September 2008.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that information circulated through the CN4M bulletin is for your information only; with the exception of the 'network news' section, content is not endorsed by and does not represent the views of CN4M.
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Email Bulletin – 12th September 2008
The Community Network for Manchester (CN4M) is part of the Manchester Partnership (MP) that works specifically on behalf of voluntary and community groups. CN4M is creating a more powerful voice for the voluntary and community sectors in Manchester. For more information about the Community Network for Manchester and to view contact details please visit our website at http://www.cn4m.net
1.0 Network News
2.0 Training
3.0 Events
4.0 Information
5.0 Jobs
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1.0 Network News
1.1 CN4M Celebrating Success Event, Friday 26th September 2008. We will be holding an event to celebrate the successes of our networks, reveal our new look and promote our new magazine.
Date/ Time: Friday 26th September, from 2.00 to 4.00 pm.
Venue: City Inn Manchester
Places are limited so if you've already received an invitation, please RSVP as soon as possible. We look forward to seeing you there!
1.2 Manchester's Online Community Directory (MOCD). CN4M have recently appointed Mike Wright on a secondment from Novas Scarman Group to project manage the further development of Manchester's Online Community Directory. MOCD is an online directory which provides voluntary and community sector (VCS) groups in Manchester with the opportunity to promote their details to a wider audience and make contact with similar groups to network/share good practice.
It is FREE to get your group's details listed on the directory. There is an online registration form at: http://www.novasscarmanmanchester.org (click on Directory), or alternatively you can contact Mike Wright at CN4M on 0161 234 2909 or e-mail: mike@cn4m.net. For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=700&Itemid=35
1.3 Date for your diaries - CN4M Annual General Meeting, Tuesday 7th October 2008. CN4M's Annual General Meeting, originally proposed to take place on Tuesday 23rd September, will now take place on Tuesday 7th October. The venue, timings and paperwork will be circulated on Tuesday 16th September.
1.4 Flexible New Deal and the Voluntary Sector - LSEN VCS Meeting.
Date/ Time: Wednesday 24th September, 10.00 am.
Venue: The Waterloo Centre in Cheetham Hill
The Learning Skills and Employment Network (LSEN) are holding a meeting to update their members about the changes in the benefit system taking place through the introduction of the Flexible New Deal by the DWP and JCP. For further information about this process, and the proposed meeting, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=295
If your organisation is not aware of this initiative and you want to get involved, please contact Walt Crowson, the LSEN Co-ordinator, on walt.crowson@ntlworld.com as soon as possible and he will email you a list of all the Prime Contractors and what you need to do to register.
2.0 Training
2.1 Volunteering and Ex-offenders Workshop - NEARIS. Work with volunteers? Interested in improving access to volunteering? Working to support ex-offenders to move forwards?
Date: Thu 30th October 2008
Location: Manchester
This free one day workshop is a chance to discuss these issues with other practitioners. Local charity NEARIS has been conducting research into the volunteering journey of ex-offenders in Greater Manchester and you will hear some of the volunteer stories on the day. There will also be information sessions on CRB checks and other topics. Download the details and booking form from http://www.nearis.com or phone Kerry Maskell on 0161 832 4488.
2.2 English for Women Only - Regenesis² Shakespeare House, Fallowfield. Basic English classes for women commencing on the 2nd of October. Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays; Time: 11am to 1pm; Fee: £289 for 3 months.
Intermediate English classes for women commencing on the 1st of October. Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 11am to 1pm; Fee: £289 for 3 months.
For more information contact them by phone on 01612823205 or by email: info@i-bes.co.uk.
3.0 Events
3.1 5th Annual North West Public Health Conference 2008. Creating capital for a world class public health system in our region.
Dates: 13th & 14th October 2008
Venue: BT Convention Centre, Liverpool
The cost to attend this conference is £150 per day - which includes a delegate pack, lunch, refreshments and the evening reception on Monday 13th October. Concessions are available for those purchasing a 2 day ticket (see registration form). For a link to the conference flyer and booking form, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=296
3.2 Café Politique - Your Say: Putting The Public Into Policy.
Date/ Time: Monday 22nd September, 6.30 to 8.30pm.
Location: central Manchester (a few minutes walk from GMEX centre)
This event, hosted by Terry Christian, provides a unique space for the public to have a say on what matters to them, in tandem with politicians and others debating issues at the Labour Party conference 2008. This discussion and debate will explore topics such as high house prices, healthcare, rising food costs, our children's futures and climate change. For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=298
Places are limited, so for more details and to book your place early, please email: north@ippr.org.
3.3 Public Pro TIF / Congestion Charge Group Meeting.
Date/ Time: Thursday 18th September 2008, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Venue: Green Fish Resource Centre, 46-50 Oldham Street, Manchester.
'GO! Greater Manchester' is a coalition of local residents working to support a YES vote in the referendum on congestion charging on 11th December 2008.
Join them at the official launch to discuss the aims and objectives of the group and help plan the work that they will carry out in the run up to the referendum.
For further information, contact Kev.Peel@yahoo.co.uk, 07772608058.
3.4 North Manchester Refugee Integration Forum Meeting.
Date/ Time: Wednesday 8th October, 9:15am - 2:00pm.
Venue: Harpurhey Community Church, Carisbrook Street, Manchester M9 5UX
To promote community cohesion and integration; change negative attitudes and perceptions held about refugees and asylum seekers to more positive ones; raise awareness of refugee and asylum issues.
For further information, and to access a booking form, please visit the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=301
Alternatively, contact Elaine Dunne - Elaine.dunne@manchester.gov.uk or phone 0161 868 0857.
3.5 Communities in Space: The Final Frontier. How to make your community hub accessible & welcoming to all...
Date/ Time: Thursday 27th November 2008, 10.30am - 3.00pm
Venue: GMCVO, St Thomas Centre, Manchester
This is a special FREE event for volunteers and workers from Greater Manchester's community hubs. A hub is a place of neighbourhood activity - it could be community building, space, centre, facility or any other place run by a not-for-profit group. There will be a focus on ways to make sure your hub is accessible, welcoming and open to everyone in your community. For more information contact Morag Rose on 0161 277 1039 email morag.rose@gmcvo.org.uk.
3.6 Living Well in a Low Energy World - Public event on Cuban Sustainability and how Cuba survived Peak Oil.
With Cuban biologist and permaculturist Roberto Perez who featured in the film called The Power of Community, and is touring the UK in September. He will talk on Cuba's transition to organic urban agriculture and the community response to radical change.
Date: Wednesday 24th Sept at 7pm
Venue: Manchester Metropolitan University, Lecture Theatre 2 at Geoffrey Manton Building on Oxford Road (opposite the swimming baths).
For further information, please visit: http://creativelocalsolutions.co.uk/roblog/Roberto_Perez
3.7 Manchester Full of Life Festival. The country's biggest celebration of older people is back bigger than ever! A must for your diaries, the free festival will run for a full two weeks (from 29th September 2008 until 10th October 2008, at various venues across the city).
Back by popular demand, the Big Event at Manchester Town Hall will take place on Tuesday 30th September.
In addition to the usual information stalls and entertainments room, there will be the opportunity to try your hand at line dancing, Nintendo Wii and Egyptian dancing. When exhausted, why not relax in the Pamper Room or try some brand new activities, which are still a closely guarded secret!
For more information, or to register to receive a full colour brochure, call Rachel York on 0161 234 3547
4.0 Information
4.1 Community Awards 2008. Manchester City Council knows that there are lots of people working hard to improve life in our communities, and the Community Awards are a great way of recognising those local heroes, and the difference they make.
If you know of, or work with, someone who volunteers their time to make improvements to - or someone who makes a positive impact upon - the community, why not nominate them for The Community Awards 2008? You can nominate anyone who lives or works within Manchester city's boundaries, and it's easy to do. There are eight award categories in total. For further information, visit: http://www.manchester.gov.uk/communityawards2008, or if you'd like to nominate someone, get in touch and they'll send you a form: Telephone: 0800 083 7924, Email: campaigns.team@manchester.gov.uk.
The closing date is Friday 10th October, and the Awards Ceremony will be at The Town Hall in the evening of Wednesday 10th December.
4.2 Green Volunteering in Manchester. EMERGE Recycling's REAL Volunteering programme encourages people from all walks of life to make a difference to their local environment. For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=699&Itemid=50
Or, for more information about REAL Volunteering, contact Nicola Milner on 0161 223 8200 or email volunteering@emergemanchester.co.uk
4.3 Training/meeting rooms for hire. Six rooms of different sizes are available to hire for meetings and training at Shakespeare House, in Fallowfield at £10 per hour.
Address: Shakespeare House, 165 Kingsbrook Road, Fallowfield, Manchester, M16 8NR. To book or view contact us on 01612823205 or by email admin@r-squared.org.uk. Regenesis² specialise in community cohesion projects based on the principles of self-determination and self-respect.
4.4 'How Your Council Works' guide. Urban Forum launched a new handy guide for community groups - How Your Council Works - on Monday 8th September. 'How Your Council Works' describes, in a straightforward and readable style, the functions of your local authority and how to get involved.
The guide is produced by Urban Forum, NAVCA and IDeA, with the support of the National Empowerment Partnership. The guide is available at: http://www.urbanforum.org.uk/pubs/index.html
4.5 Community Inspired Regeneration Awards. Recognising grassroots projects making a difference to their local area, and sponsored by Communities and Local Government for a third year running, these awards celebrate best practice in community inspired and led regeneration in urban and rural areas across the United Kingdom.
Open for entries until 15th October 2008.
For further information, and to access an application form, visit: http://www.bura.org.uk/awards
4.6 Small grants for groups to promote sustainable transport in Manchester. The Transport Thematic Partnership is inviting voluntary and community sector groups to bid into a small grants pot for projects which promote sustainable transport. Please note that projects have to be wholly within the City of Manchester, run by organisations also based within the city. For further information, and to access an application form, please see the GMCVO website: http://www.gmcvo.org.uk/?q=node/898 For more information or advice on applying, please contact: Dave Whyte, City Team Leader Transport Policy Unit: dave.whyte@manchester.gov.uk or Bill Harrop, Transport Pool Convenor: transport@transportpool.co.uk. Completed applications should be returned no later than Friday 19th September.
4.7 Infrastructure support services questionnaire. Manchester City Council has produced a questionnaire to gather information about the infrastructure support services being used by Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations and identify where there may be gaps in provision. The questionnaire can be found at: http://www.manchester.gov.uk/scarman
The information provided will be used to inform the next commissioning process to invite tenders for this work.
A hard copy of the questionnaire can be printed from the link. Alternatively, it is available from: The Third Sector Team, Corporate Performance Group, Manchester City Council, PO Box 532, Manchester M60 2LA, Tel: 0161 234 3141. Please complete the questionnaire by Tuesday 30th September 2008.
4.8 Current Consultations:
Consultation Paper on the third sector's strategic voice within Communities and Local Government.
Consultation paper on proposals to enhance the Communities and Local Government Third Sector Partnership Board: covering its future role and remit, membership and way of working.
To access the Consultation Paper, please visit: http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/communities/thirdsectorconsultation
The consultation will run until 30 September 2008.
Transport Innovation Fund/Congestion Charge survey. GMCVO's Transport Resource Unit is still canvassing VCS opinions on the Transport Innovation Fund proposals (improvements in public transport paid for in part by a limited congestion charge).
Organisations can give their views by filling in a short survey available at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=f2BqYH_2fWm1xF7nA9cYq_2fqw_3d_3d
Consultation closing date: 10th October 2008.
For further information about the consultation, please visit:
http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=646&Itemid=84
Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations. The Department for Transport is seeking input on: Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations.
The Local Transport Bill includes measures to promote more effective partnership working between local authorities and bus operators, including through voluntary partnership agreements and quality partnership schemes. The Department has published a consultation on the draft Guidance which it is proposing to issue, and drafts of Regulations which it is proposing to make, assuming the Bill receives Royal Assent.
To view the consultation document, visit: http://www.dft.gov.uk/consultations/open/buspartnership/
Closing date: 31st October 2008.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 NEARIS - Charity Administrator. Salary: NJC points 19-24, £17,000 - £21,000 depending on experience. The 2007-08 salary levels for these points are £16,536-£20,099, but a standard of living award is pending for 2008-09); Hours: 35 hours per week; Location: Manchester City Centre.
NEARIS is a friendly and interesting charity which provides education and training to adults on the margins of society. You will be assisting the Chief Executive with a wide range of administrative and financial duties. Experience of administration work is essential, as is a confident ability with written and spoken communication. Training will be provided on the technical aspects of the role (e.g. the computerised accounts package) but you will need to be confident with numbers. Download full details and an application pack from: http://www.nearis.com
Deadline for receipt of applications: 12.00 midday on Fri 3rd Oct 2008.
5.2 Contour Housing - Community Development Worker.
Salary: circa £22,000, Full Time, 3 years Fixed term contract, Ref: 41-08.
You will work in partnership with local structures, residents and tenants of Broughton (East Salford), community groups and relevant organisations to maintain existing community initiatives, as well as to encourage and develop sustainable initiatives for the future.
You can apply online at: www.contourhousing.co.uk
5.3 Autistic Society Greater Manchester Area (ASGMA) - 2 Vacancies
Fundraiser. Salary: £17,000 - £19,000 (dependant on proven successes and experience), Hours: 35 hours per week - flexible working. Contract: one year fixed term, contract negotiable after first year.
This will be a new position for ASGMA and the ASGMA Fundraiser will work closely with the Chief Executive in developing community fundraising initiatives, developing links with groups, clubs and associations - as well as developing, encouraging and supporting fundraising volunteers.
Admin Officer. Salary: £13,336-£15,470 pro rata dependant on qualifications and experience (£10,668-£12,376 actual). Hours of Work: 28 hours per week to be worked flexibly in agreement with the postholder (this can include school hours).
The Admin Officer will support the Administration and Finance operation of ASGMA. The role includes the provision of comprehensive administrative support and financial bookkeeping support as well as ensuring the upkeep of a small Resource Centre and running a room booking system.
For more details go to: http://www.asgma.org.uk/cms/ or contact Paul King - 0161 866 8483 / 0792 550 4942 / chiefexec@asgma.org.uk. Closing date for applications: 12.30 pm Friday 19th September 2008.
5.4 Young Advisors - Development Manager.
Salary: NJC SCP 34-37: £27,594 - £30,598, Hours: 35 hours per week, Location: Based in Manchester, but working with projects nationally.
Young Advisors are looking to recruit a dynamic, flexible and young-person-centred Development Manager to join their progressive youth lead organisation. With a background in training and business development you will support Young Advisors and their leads to develop projects, and support the set up of new projects nationally.
For further information, visit: http://web.me.com/garybuxton/DM_Recruit/Recruitment.html
Closing date: 5pm, 30th September 2008. Interviews: Thursday 9th October 2008
5.5 Lesbian Community Project - Project Co-ordinator. Salary: £24,670, Hours: 35 hours per week. Contract: until March 2009 initially.
Manchester Lesbian Community Project (LCP) are looking to recruit a Project Co-ordinator with experience of community development work and people management. You will need to have excellent communication skills and knowledge and experience of issues affecting lesbian and bisexual women. You will have responsibility for the day to day operations of the Project and will input into the strategic development of the Project in conjunction with the Board of Trustees. Application packs are available from the LCP website: http://www.manchesterlcp.org.uk
Alternatively, you can contact them on 0161 273 7128 or by e-mail at: mail@manchesterlcp.org.uk.
Closing date: 4pm on Monday 29th September 2008.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that information circulated through the CN4M bulletin is for your information only; with the exception of the 'network news' section, content is not endorsed by and does not represent the views of CN4M.
CN4M is committed to the principles and codes of practice contained in Working Together: a Compact for Manchester.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email bulletin, please email mailto:estelle@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin, please email mailto:estelle@cn4m.net.
Tuesday, 2 September 2008
Community Network for Manchester
Email Bulletin – 29th August 2008
The Community Network for Manchester (CN4M) is part of the Manchester Partnership (MP) that works specifically on behalf of voluntary and community groups. CN4M is creating a more powerful voice for the voluntary and community sectors in Manchester. For more information about the Community Network for Manchester and to view contact details please visit our website at http://www.cn4m.net
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2.0 Training
3.0 Events
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1.0 Network News
1.1 Please note - CN4M Annual General Meeting postponed until Tuesday the 7th October 2008. The Executive Group have made a decision to postpone the Annual General Meeting, originally proposed for the 23rd September, for two weeks. It will now take place on Tuesday the 7th October 2008. The venue, timings and paperwork will be circulated on Tuesday the 16th September.
The Executive Group wish to apologise for any inconvenience caused by changing the date but there are a number of issues that have come to light which make the delay appropriate operationally. The need to do further work on the Memorandum and Articles of Association for approval at the meeting being the main one.
Please contact John Wareham (email: john@cn4m.net, tel: 0161 234 2921) if you have any queries or major concerns on the change.
1.2 Date for your diaries - CN4M Celebrating Success Event Friday 26th September 2008. We will be holding an event to celebrate the successes of our networks, reveal our new look and promote our new magazine.
Date/ Time: Friday 26th September, from 2.00 to 4.00 pm.
Venue: City Inn Manchester
If you've already received an invitation, please return it as soon as possible to reserve your place. We look forward to seeing you there!
1.3 Food & Wellbeing Network Meeting.
Date/ Time: Tuesday 2nd September, 10.00am - 12.30pm.
Venue: Manchester Alliance for Community Care
A draft agenda for the meeting can be found at: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=288
If you would like any more information about the meeting, or the agenda items, please email Rob Squires (Food & Wellbeing Network convenor) at Rob@CreativeLocalSolutions.co.uk, or call 07974 658 745.
You can find out more about the Food and Wellbeing Network, and download a report from the first meeting from
http://www.creativelocalsolutions.co.uk/roblog/node/249
1.4 Health and Wellbeing Network meeting.
Date/ Time: Thursday 11th September 2008, 10am -12midday.
Venue: Manchester Alliance for Community Care. The focus for this meeting is on developing indicators of wellbeing in Manchester. All VCS groups and organisations are welcome to attend.
2.0 Training
2.1 GMCVO Autumn Programme of Training. GMCVO are offering new short courses in Strategic Management. They also offer a number of accredited qualifications, including Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTTLLS) for all trainers in the Sector. They also continue to offer their acclaimed and popular management qualifications from the Institute of Leadership and Management. The awards in Team Leading and First Line Management. A new edition to their portfolio this year is the NVQ Level 4 in Management. For further information or to book a place on any of these courses, visit www.gmcvo.org.uk/management. Alternatively, contact Lee on 0161 277 1009 lee.gosling@gmcvo.org.uk or Gill on 0161 277 1019 gill.dixon@gmcvo.org.uk
2.2 Volunteers and the Law - Free seminar. Volunteering Manchester, in partnership with the Manchester Institute of Sport & Physical Activity (MISPA), has organised a second free seminar for organisations working with volunteers. 'Volunteers and the Law' will be held in a Central Manchester venue on Friday 19th September 2008 (from 9.45am-4pm). Places at the seminar are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis using the following criteria: Local, independent voluntary organisations and groups; Organisations based and working in the Manchester City area; Organisations operating in the Manchester City area.
For further information, and to access a booking form, please visit: http://www.inspiringleadersnow.net-a.googlepages.com/volunteersandthelaw . If you have any questions about the event please call Bernard Clarke on (0161) 247 6042.
3.0 Events
3.1 NCVO Event at Labour Party Conference. NCVO's Party Conference Bursary scheme for 2008 allows smaller voluntary and community sector organisations to attend the party conferences and have their voices heard at a national level. As part of this scheme, a roundtable discussion has been organised with Phil Hope MP (Minister for the Third Sector). This discussion is a real chance for you to have your say, to raise key issues of importance to your organisation and to talk about your work and how politicians can support you.
Date/ Time: Monday 22nd September, 12:00- 2:00pm
Location: Cross Street Chapel, Cross Street, Manchester, M2 1NL
Please contact chloe.stables@ncvo-vol.org.uk if you are interested in attending.
3.2 Urban Forum 'Thinking Spaces'. Need a bit of time and space to get to grips with the latest policy developments and how they affect you? Then come to a 'thinking space'. In the run up to Urban Forum's annual conference 'Fair Ground? - Tackling Poverty in the 21st Century' come and join other members for a cuppa, some lunch, and an opportunity to think about the following question: "How far will the policy initiatives in the Empowerment White Paper benefit the poorest communities?"
Date/ Time: Monday 29th September, 9.30am - 1.00pm (followed by lunch)
Venue: The Green Fish Resource Centre, Manchester
Cost: Free to Urban Forum members
'Thinking Spaces' are open to Urban Forum members only. For information on how to join go to www.urbanforum.org.uk/links/members_page.html
To access a booking form, and for further information please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=289
3.3 The Pennine Acute Trust - Annual Public Meeting and Informal Workshops.
Date/ Time: Tuesday 23rd September 2008; Buffet supper 5.45 pm, Annual Public Meeting 6.30 pm, Informal workshops 7.00 pm - 8.00 pm.
Venue: Education Centre, Fairfield General Hospital, Rochdale Old Road, Bury, BL9 7TD.
The Pennine Acute NHS Trust runs Fairfield General Hospital in Bury, North Manchester General Hospital, Rochdale Infirmary and The Royal Oldham Hospital.
For more information on the AGM, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=291
To confirm your attendance contact Lesley Holland on Tel. 0161 918 4283 or email Lesley.Holland@pat.nhs.uk
3.4 Third Manchester Kurdish Film Festival - 20th - 24th September 2008. The Manchester Kurdish Film Festival, previously known as Zamawhand, returns in September for five intensive days of screenings, seminars, and special events.
This year's festival will take place at Odeon Cinema Printworks and the Contact Theatre in Manchester, and will include 57 short films, 6 features, 14 documentaries, and Q&A sessions and filmmaking workshops with feature film directors. To view the event poster, please visit the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=286
For further information, contact Festival Director Alan Amin, The Kurdish Creative Film Centre, Green Fish Resource Centre, 46-50 Oldham St, Manchester, M4 1LE, visit: www.kurdishcreativefilm.com
3.5 Booth Centre Open Day. This is an opportunity for workers from other agencies to find out more about the Booth Centre, its aims, activities and how homeless people can benefit from the service. It would be particularly useful for people who have not visited the Centre before and new workers.
Date/ Time: Thursday 11th September, 1:00-3:00pm. Staff and service users will give a presentation, so people are asked to arrive at 1pm.
Venue: Booth Centre, Manchester Cathedral.
To book a place, please contact Amanda Croome at Booth Centre, Manchester Cathedral, Manchester, M3 1SX or email Amanda@croome.net with the following details: Name, Agency, Telephone Number.
3.6 Northern Regeneration Summit. Regeneration & Renewal's annual Northern Regeneration Summit is back for its fourth year. Exploring the latest thinking on fulfilling the North's potential in a climate of economic, political and policy change, the event is a unique opportunity for public and private sectors to discuss key challenges facing regeneration professionals working in the North of England.
Dates: 22nd-23rd October 2008
Location: Central Manchester
Book before 4th September & Save £50 - Private Sector: £749 + VAT = £880.08, Public Sector: £549 + VAT = £645.08, Charity Rate: £329 + VAT = £386.58
For further information, or to book a place, visit: http://www.haymarketevents.com/conferenceDetail/257/northern-regeneration-summit
4.0 Information
4.1 Platform2 - volunteering opportunity for 18-25 year olds. Platform2 is a new initiative that allows people without life savings or rich parents to experience life in new cultures by volunteering abroad. Platform2 are sending 2,500 young people all over the world, from Ghana to India and Peru, to work on community and education projects. They will be documenting their trip in loads of different ways - film, photography, music, dance - and they will show their work at events around the UK when they get back. All of the work is locally operated and supervised, and sustainable, and the scheme is fully-funded by the Department for International Development and run by Christian Aid, Islamic Relief and BUNAC. For further information, please see the CN4M website:
Alternatively, you can visit: http://www.myplatform2.com email: platform2@myplatform2.com, or phone: 0800 988 6828.
4.2 Manchester LINk Governance Framework Consultation. The Manchester LINk is a network of local people, organisations and groups who want to improve health and social care services in the city of Manchester. The timescale for people to tell the LINk what they think of their Governance arrangements has now been extended until the 18th September 2008.
An accessible version of the LINk Governance Framework document as well as the survey form are now available on the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=689&Itemid=35
If you would like a copy of the full version of the governance framework then please contact the LINk team at: Manchesterlink@blackhealthagency.org.uk Tel: 0161 214 3909.
4.3 Infrastructure support services questionnaire. Manchester City Council has produced a questionnaire to gather information about the infrastructure support services being used by Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations and identify where there may be gaps in provision. The questionnaire can be found at: http://www.manchester.gov.uk/scarman
The information provided will be used to inform the next commissioning process to invite tenders for this work.
A hard copy of the questionnaire can be printed from the link. Alternatively, it is available from: The Third Sector Team, Corporate Performance Group, Manchester City Council, PO Box 532, Manchester M60 2LA, Tel: 0161 234 3141
Please complete the questionnaire by Tuesday 30th September 2008.
4.4 Manchester PCT membership scheme. Manchester Primary Care Trust has set up a membership scheme to provide you with an opportunity to find out on a regular basis what is happening in your local NHS and how you can get involved. Membership is free of charge and members can cancel their registration at any time. Members' details are treated confidentially and not shared with third party organisations. If you are interested in joining please register via this link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=Pnx1aXa3IGD798y3Re_2fJog_3d_3d. Alternatively, for further information you can email talkinghealth@manchester.nhs.uk or telephone 0161 945 3178.
4.5 Current Consultations:
1. Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations. The Department for Transport is seeking input on: Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations.
The Local Transport Bill includes measures to promote more effective partnership working between local authorities and bus operators, including through voluntary partnership agreements and quality partnership schemes. The Department has published a consultation on the draft Guidance which it is proposing to issue, and drafts of Regulations which it is proposing to make, assuming the Bill receives Royal Assent.
To view the consultation document, visit: http://www.dft.gov.uk/consultations/open/buspartnership/
Closing date: 31st October 2008.
2. Time to Train Consultation. The Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills is consulting on a new statutory right allowing employees to request time off for training that would benefit them and the employer.
The consultation seeks views on proposals to give employees in England a right to a serious conversation with their employer about their skills development. This new right would help encourage and support adults to develop their skills and rise as far as their talent will take them.
For further information on these proposals, and to access a response form, please visit: http://www.dius.gov.uk/consultations/con_180608_timetotrain.html
Deadline for responses: 10th September 2008.
3. Transport Innovation Fund (TIF) Consultation. Your opportunity to comment on proposals for improvements to public transport and a weekday peak-time only congestion charge in Greater Manchester.
The Government has recently agreed in principle a package of local transport initiatives for Greater Manchester worth up to £3 billion for delivery over the coming years. If you want to understand how these proposals affect you, you can attend one of the 46 exhibitions being held across Greater Manchester during August and September. Visit http://www.gmfuturetransport.co.uk/consultation/ to find the most convenient exhibition venue for you or ring the helpline 0800 234 6100 for more information.
To express your views on the proposals complete an online response form at: http://www.gmfuturetransport.co.uk/consultation/
Consultation closing date: 10th October 2008.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Volunteering Infrastructure Steering Group (based at CN4M) - Volunteering Infrastructure Development Worker. Salary Scale: SO2: £26,067 - £27,594; 35 hours per week (the Steering Group will consider flexible working arrangements subject to negotiation); Temporary Post or Secondment to 31st March 2009.
The Volunteering Infrastructure Steering Group are looking for an experienced, dynamic worker with a good understanding of volunteering in Manchester to develop the volunteering infrastructure in the City. For further information about the post, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=690&Itemid=50
If you are interested in this opportunity please register an interest by sending your CV and a covering letter to Lucy Thomson by email: lucy@cn4m.net or post at: Community Network for Manchester, Green Fish Resource Centre, 46-50 Oldham Street, Manchester, M4 1LE. Closing date for registering an interest is 12 noon on 12th September 2008.
5.2 Black Health Agency - Project Coordinator: Reaching Out. Salary: NJC SO1 point 29 £23,749 pro rata; Hours: Full time (35hrs per week); Based: Zion Community Resource Centre, Hulme; Contract: Fixed term until 31st March 2009. An experienced Project Coordinator is needed to join the 'Drugs and Race' team, which works closely with drugs and alcohol services, community organisations and policy makers across the city to ensure that Black and minority ethnic (BME) drug users, families and carers have access to quality treatment and support. For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=687&Itemid=50
For an application pack please contact Richard Mubiru at richard@blackhealthagency.org.uk or telephone 0161 875 2050. CVs will not be accepted. BHA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Closing date for applications: 4pm Friday 12th September 2008. Interviews to be held on 25th September 2008.
5.3 MRSN - Resources Development Worker. Salary Scale: £18,907 - £20,099 pro rata; £9,454 - £10,050 actual (pay rise pending); Hours: 17.5 per week. Contract: Initially one year fixed term. Responsible to: Manager.
Manchester Refugee Support Network (MRSN) is a small dynamic charity based in Moss Side, working with refugees and asylum seekers across Greater Manchester. They are looking for an enthusiastic new Resources Development Worker.
An excellent organiser, your role will be to run the finance, office systems and general administration of MRSN, and to support refugee community organisations to develop their core infrastructure.
Please download an application pack from the MRSN website at: http://www.mrsn.org.uk
Application Deadline: Monday 8th September 2008 at 12pm
5.4 Pakistani Resource Centre. Pakistani Resource Centre provides a culturally appropriate and sensitive service to South Asian communities within Greater Manchester, they currently have two vacancies:
1. Administration & Finance Officer (Job Ref: 01ADMI), Salary: £18,000 per annum, Hours: 35 Hours per week.
2. Counselling Case Worker (Job Ref: CNS08), Salary: £16,000 per annum 28 Hours per week
For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=680&Itemid=50
For an application pack or further information please contact Symah Khalil quoting the reference number and where you saw the advertisement: Please note CVs will not be accepted. Pakistani Resource Centre, 1 Great Marlborough Street, Manchester M1 5NJ, Tel: 0161 237 1125 Fax: 0161 237 9556 E-mail: info@pakistani-resource.org.uk: http://www.pakistani-resource.org.uk/
Closing date for applications: 5th September 2008.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that information circulated through the CN4M bulletin is for your information only; with the exception of the 'network news' section, content is not endorsed by and does not represent the views of CN4M.
CN4M is committed to the principles and codes of practice contained in Working Together: a Compact for Manchester.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email bulletin, please email mailto:estelle@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin, please email mailto:estelle@cn4m.net.
Email Bulletin – 29th August 2008
The Community Network for Manchester (CN4M) is part of the Manchester Partnership (MP) that works specifically on behalf of voluntary and community groups. CN4M is creating a more powerful voice for the voluntary and community sectors in Manchester. For more information about the Community Network for Manchester and to view contact details please visit our website at http://www.cn4m.net
1.0 Network News
2.0 Training
3.0 Events
4.0 Information
5.0 Jobs
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1.0 Network News
1.1 Please note - CN4M Annual General Meeting postponed until Tuesday the 7th October 2008. The Executive Group have made a decision to postpone the Annual General Meeting, originally proposed for the 23rd September, for two weeks. It will now take place on Tuesday the 7th October 2008. The venue, timings and paperwork will be circulated on Tuesday the 16th September.
The Executive Group wish to apologise for any inconvenience caused by changing the date but there are a number of issues that have come to light which make the delay appropriate operationally. The need to do further work on the Memorandum and Articles of Association for approval at the meeting being the main one.
Please contact John Wareham (email: john@cn4m.net, tel: 0161 234 2921) if you have any queries or major concerns on the change.
1.2 Date for your diaries - CN4M Celebrating Success Event Friday 26th September 2008. We will be holding an event to celebrate the successes of our networks, reveal our new look and promote our new magazine.
Date/ Time: Friday 26th September, from 2.00 to 4.00 pm.
Venue: City Inn Manchester
If you've already received an invitation, please return it as soon as possible to reserve your place. We look forward to seeing you there!
1.3 Food & Wellbeing Network Meeting.
Date/ Time: Tuesday 2nd September, 10.00am - 12.30pm.
Venue: Manchester Alliance for Community Care
A draft agenda for the meeting can be found at: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=288
If you would like any more information about the meeting, or the agenda items, please email Rob Squires (Food & Wellbeing Network convenor) at Rob@CreativeLocalSolutions.co.uk, or call 07974 658 745.
You can find out more about the Food and Wellbeing Network, and download a report from the first meeting from
http://www.creativelocalsolutions.co.uk/roblog/node/249
1.4 Health and Wellbeing Network meeting.
Date/ Time: Thursday 11th September 2008, 10am -12midday.
Venue: Manchester Alliance for Community Care. The focus for this meeting is on developing indicators of wellbeing in Manchester. All VCS groups and organisations are welcome to attend.
2.0 Training
2.1 GMCVO Autumn Programme of Training. GMCVO are offering new short courses in Strategic Management. They also offer a number of accredited qualifications, including Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTTLLS) for all trainers in the Sector. They also continue to offer their acclaimed and popular management qualifications from the Institute of Leadership and Management. The awards in Team Leading and First Line Management. A new edition to their portfolio this year is the NVQ Level 4 in Management. For further information or to book a place on any of these courses, visit www.gmcvo.org.uk/management. Alternatively, contact Lee on 0161 277 1009 lee.gosling@gmcvo.org.uk or Gill on 0161 277 1019 gill.dixon@gmcvo.org.uk
2.2 Volunteers and the Law - Free seminar. Volunteering Manchester, in partnership with the Manchester Institute of Sport & Physical Activity (MISPA), has organised a second free seminar for organisations working with volunteers. 'Volunteers and the Law' will be held in a Central Manchester venue on Friday 19th September 2008 (from 9.45am-4pm). Places at the seminar are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis using the following criteria: Local, independent voluntary organisations and groups; Organisations based and working in the Manchester City area; Organisations operating in the Manchester City area.
For further information, and to access a booking form, please visit: http://www.inspiringleadersnow.net-a.googlepages.com/volunteersandthelaw . If you have any questions about the event please call Bernard Clarke on (0161) 247 6042.
3.0 Events
3.1 NCVO Event at Labour Party Conference. NCVO's Party Conference Bursary scheme for 2008 allows smaller voluntary and community sector organisations to attend the party conferences and have their voices heard at a national level. As part of this scheme, a roundtable discussion has been organised with Phil Hope MP (Minister for the Third Sector). This discussion is a real chance for you to have your say, to raise key issues of importance to your organisation and to talk about your work and how politicians can support you.
Date/ Time: Monday 22nd September, 12:00- 2:00pm
Location: Cross Street Chapel, Cross Street, Manchester, M2 1NL
Please contact chloe.stables@ncvo-vol.org.uk if you are interested in attending.
3.2 Urban Forum 'Thinking Spaces'. Need a bit of time and space to get to grips with the latest policy developments and how they affect you? Then come to a 'thinking space'. In the run up to Urban Forum's annual conference 'Fair Ground? - Tackling Poverty in the 21st Century' come and join other members for a cuppa, some lunch, and an opportunity to think about the following question: "How far will the policy initiatives in the Empowerment White Paper benefit the poorest communities?"
Date/ Time: Monday 29th September, 9.30am - 1.00pm (followed by lunch)
Venue: The Green Fish Resource Centre, Manchester
Cost: Free to Urban Forum members
'Thinking Spaces' are open to Urban Forum members only. For information on how to join go to www.urbanforum.org.uk/links/members_page.html
To access a booking form, and for further information please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=289
3.3 The Pennine Acute Trust - Annual Public Meeting and Informal Workshops.
Date/ Time: Tuesday 23rd September 2008; Buffet supper 5.45 pm, Annual Public Meeting 6.30 pm, Informal workshops 7.00 pm - 8.00 pm.
Venue: Education Centre, Fairfield General Hospital, Rochdale Old Road, Bury, BL9 7TD.
The Pennine Acute NHS Trust runs Fairfield General Hospital in Bury, North Manchester General Hospital, Rochdale Infirmary and The Royal Oldham Hospital.
For more information on the AGM, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=291
To confirm your attendance contact Lesley Holland on Tel. 0161 918 4283 or email Lesley.Holland@pat.nhs.uk
3.4 Third Manchester Kurdish Film Festival - 20th - 24th September 2008. The Manchester Kurdish Film Festival, previously known as Zamawhand, returns in September for five intensive days of screenings, seminars, and special events.
This year's festival will take place at Odeon Cinema Printworks and the Contact Theatre in Manchester, and will include 57 short films, 6 features, 14 documentaries, and Q&A sessions and filmmaking workshops with feature film directors. To view the event poster, please visit the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_extcalendar&Itemid=63&extmode=view&extid=286
For further information, contact Festival Director Alan Amin, The Kurdish Creative Film Centre, Green Fish Resource Centre, 46-50 Oldham St, Manchester, M4 1LE, visit: www.kurdishcreativefilm.com
3.5 Booth Centre Open Day. This is an opportunity for workers from other agencies to find out more about the Booth Centre, its aims, activities and how homeless people can benefit from the service. It would be particularly useful for people who have not visited the Centre before and new workers.
Date/ Time: Thursday 11th September, 1:00-3:00pm. Staff and service users will give a presentation, so people are asked to arrive at 1pm.
Venue: Booth Centre, Manchester Cathedral.
To book a place, please contact Amanda Croome at Booth Centre, Manchester Cathedral, Manchester, M3 1SX or email Amanda@croome.net with the following details: Name, Agency, Telephone Number.
3.6 Northern Regeneration Summit. Regeneration & Renewal's annual Northern Regeneration Summit is back for its fourth year. Exploring the latest thinking on fulfilling the North's potential in a climate of economic, political and policy change, the event is a unique opportunity for public and private sectors to discuss key challenges facing regeneration professionals working in the North of England.
Dates: 22nd-23rd October 2008
Location: Central Manchester
Book before 4th September & Save £50 - Private Sector: £749 + VAT = £880.08, Public Sector: £549 + VAT = £645.08, Charity Rate: £329 + VAT = £386.58
For further information, or to book a place, visit: http://www.haymarketevents.com/conferenceDetail/257/northern-regeneration-summit
4.0 Information
4.1 Platform2 - volunteering opportunity for 18-25 year olds. Platform2 is a new initiative that allows people without life savings or rich parents to experience life in new cultures by volunteering abroad. Platform2 are sending 2,500 young people all over the world, from Ghana to India and Peru, to work on community and education projects. They will be documenting their trip in loads of different ways - film, photography, music, dance - and they will show their work at events around the UK when they get back. All of the work is locally operated and supervised, and sustainable, and the scheme is fully-funded by the Department for International Development and run by Christian Aid, Islamic Relief and BUNAC. For further information, please see the CN4M website:
Alternatively, you can visit: http://www.myplatform2.com email: platform2@myplatform2.com, or phone: 0800 988 6828.
4.2 Manchester LINk Governance Framework Consultation. The Manchester LINk is a network of local people, organisations and groups who want to improve health and social care services in the city of Manchester. The timescale for people to tell the LINk what they think of their Governance arrangements has now been extended until the 18th September 2008.
An accessible version of the LINk Governance Framework document as well as the survey form are now available on the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=689&Itemid=35
If you would like a copy of the full version of the governance framework then please contact the LINk team at: Manchesterlink@blackhealthagency.org.uk Tel: 0161 214 3909.
4.3 Infrastructure support services questionnaire. Manchester City Council has produced a questionnaire to gather information about the infrastructure support services being used by Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations and identify where there may be gaps in provision. The questionnaire can be found at: http://www.manchester.gov.uk/scarman
The information provided will be used to inform the next commissioning process to invite tenders for this work.
A hard copy of the questionnaire can be printed from the link. Alternatively, it is available from: The Third Sector Team, Corporate Performance Group, Manchester City Council, PO Box 532, Manchester M60 2LA, Tel: 0161 234 3141
Please complete the questionnaire by Tuesday 30th September 2008.
4.4 Manchester PCT membership scheme. Manchester Primary Care Trust has set up a membership scheme to provide you with an opportunity to find out on a regular basis what is happening in your local NHS and how you can get involved. Membership is free of charge and members can cancel their registration at any time. Members' details are treated confidentially and not shared with third party organisations. If you are interested in joining please register via this link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=Pnx1aXa3IGD798y3Re_2fJog_3d_3d. Alternatively, for further information you can email talkinghealth@manchester.nhs.uk or telephone 0161 945 3178.
4.5 Current Consultations:
1. Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations. The Department for Transport is seeking input on: Local Transport Bill - Consultation on bus partnership guidance and regulations.
The Local Transport Bill includes measures to promote more effective partnership working between local authorities and bus operators, including through voluntary partnership agreements and quality partnership schemes. The Department has published a consultation on the draft Guidance which it is proposing to issue, and drafts of Regulations which it is proposing to make, assuming the Bill receives Royal Assent.
To view the consultation document, visit: http://www.dft.gov.uk/consultations/open/buspartnership/
Closing date: 31st October 2008.
2. Time to Train Consultation. The Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills is consulting on a new statutory right allowing employees to request time off for training that would benefit them and the employer.
The consultation seeks views on proposals to give employees in England a right to a serious conversation with their employer about their skills development. This new right would help encourage and support adults to develop their skills and rise as far as their talent will take them.
For further information on these proposals, and to access a response form, please visit: http://www.dius.gov.uk/consultations/con_180608_timetotrain.html
Deadline for responses: 10th September 2008.
3. Transport Innovation Fund (TIF) Consultation. Your opportunity to comment on proposals for improvements to public transport and a weekday peak-time only congestion charge in Greater Manchester.
The Government has recently agreed in principle a package of local transport initiatives for Greater Manchester worth up to £3 billion for delivery over the coming years. If you want to understand how these proposals affect you, you can attend one of the 46 exhibitions being held across Greater Manchester during August and September. Visit http://www.gmfuturetransport.co.uk/consultation/ to find the most convenient exhibition venue for you or ring the helpline 0800 234 6100 for more information.
To express your views on the proposals complete an online response form at: http://www.gmfuturetransport.co.uk/consultation/
Consultation closing date: 10th October 2008.
5.0 Jobs
5.1 Volunteering Infrastructure Steering Group (based at CN4M) - Volunteering Infrastructure Development Worker. Salary Scale: SO2: £26,067 - £27,594; 35 hours per week (the Steering Group will consider flexible working arrangements subject to negotiation); Temporary Post or Secondment to 31st March 2009.
The Volunteering Infrastructure Steering Group are looking for an experienced, dynamic worker with a good understanding of volunteering in Manchester to develop the volunteering infrastructure in the City. For further information about the post, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=690&Itemid=50
If you are interested in this opportunity please register an interest by sending your CV and a covering letter to Lucy Thomson by email: lucy@cn4m.net or post at: Community Network for Manchester, Green Fish Resource Centre, 46-50 Oldham Street, Manchester, M4 1LE. Closing date for registering an interest is 12 noon on 12th September 2008.
5.2 Black Health Agency - Project Coordinator: Reaching Out. Salary: NJC SO1 point 29 £23,749 pro rata; Hours: Full time (35hrs per week); Based: Zion Community Resource Centre, Hulme; Contract: Fixed term until 31st March 2009. An experienced Project Coordinator is needed to join the 'Drugs and Race' team, which works closely with drugs and alcohol services, community organisations and policy makers across the city to ensure that Black and minority ethnic (BME) drug users, families and carers have access to quality treatment and support. For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=687&Itemid=50
For an application pack please contact Richard Mubiru at richard@blackhealthagency.org.uk or telephone 0161 875 2050. CVs will not be accepted. BHA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Closing date for applications: 4pm Friday 12th September 2008. Interviews to be held on 25th September 2008.
5.3 MRSN - Resources Development Worker. Salary Scale: £18,907 - £20,099 pro rata; £9,454 - £10,050 actual (pay rise pending); Hours: 17.5 per week. Contract: Initially one year fixed term. Responsible to: Manager.
Manchester Refugee Support Network (MRSN) is a small dynamic charity based in Moss Side, working with refugees and asylum seekers across Greater Manchester. They are looking for an enthusiastic new Resources Development Worker.
An excellent organiser, your role will be to run the finance, office systems and general administration of MRSN, and to support refugee community organisations to develop their core infrastructure.
Please download an application pack from the MRSN website at: http://www.mrsn.org.uk
Application Deadline: Monday 8th September 2008 at 12pm
5.4 Pakistani Resource Centre. Pakistani Resource Centre provides a culturally appropriate and sensitive service to South Asian communities within Greater Manchester, they currently have two vacancies:
1. Administration & Finance Officer (Job Ref: 01ADMI), Salary: £18,000 per annum, Hours: 35 Hours per week.
2. Counselling Case Worker (Job Ref: CNS08), Salary: £16,000 per annum 28 Hours per week
For further information, please see the CN4M website: http://www.cn4m.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=680&Itemid=50
For an application pack or further information please contact Symah Khalil quoting the reference number and where you saw the advertisement: Please note CVs will not be accepted. Pakistani Resource Centre, 1 Great Marlborough Street, Manchester M1 5NJ, Tel: 0161 237 1125 Fax: 0161 237 9556 E-mail: info@pakistani-resource.org.uk: http://www.pakistani-resource.org.uk/
Closing date for applications: 5th September 2008.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that information circulated through the CN4M bulletin is for your information only; with the exception of the 'network news' section, content is not endorsed by and does not represent the views of CN4M.
CN4M is committed to the principles and codes of practice contained in Working Together: a Compact for Manchester.
If you have any information you would like to circulate in a future email bulletin, please email mailto:estelle@cn4m.net by Thursday 12.00pm the day before. If you have any comments or suggestions about the email bulletin, please email mailto:estelle@cn4m.net.
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