Distribution Coordinator - Kidlington, United Kingdom - Cherwell Collective, CIC

Description

Distribution Coordinator, Cherwell Collective

• Collections and deliveries management Cherwell Collective activities_

Reports to Cherwell Collective Program Manager and Lead Coordinator


Part time:
£12 per hour, 15 hours per week


REGULAR AVAILABLE HOURS
Tuesdays 9:30 - 14:30

Wednesdays 9:30 - 14:30

Thursdays 9:30 - 14:30

Fridays 9:30 - 14:30


Days off:
Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays

• Note there will be some occasions on which we will request with at least 2 weeks notice support outside of these hours/ days._

OVERVIEW
Supports businesses and partnership in sharing resources/ surplus, collecting offerings, and coordinating distributions, inventory, and van upkeep.

Facilitates shared van activities including recording mileage and cleaning vehicle weekly, driving for deliveries and collections when necessary, and overseeing van availability.

Supports all Cherwell Collective groups as needed.


About the Company

Cherwell Collective, CIC is a community-based organisation located in Kidlington that aims to reduce waste and lower our carbon footprint.

Through various activities such as distributing food surplus, repurposing food surplus in their cafe, growing food for the community, and repurposing non-food waste items, Cherwell Collective builds a sustainable future led by the local community and supported by hundreds of dedicated volunteers.

Cherwell Collective's guiding principles include friends helping friends, keeping it green and clean, no food left behind, and education is empowering.

Waste Innovation Station (
WISH) is a partnership supporting the transition to circular infrastructure in Oxfordshire. It includes a practical action museum, dedicated to guiding the community towards waste reduction and sustainable consumption.

Through tutorials, DIY kits, and engaging events such as repair cafes, clothing swaps, workshops, and gift exchanges,
WISH inspires people to take the small steps each individual can to make a big difference as a community.

WISH's unique educational carbon quizzes illuminate the environmental impact of consumer choices, while our practical tips help individuals adopt a more sustainable lifestyle, following the 6 Rs of a circular economy.

Responsibilities and duties
Van

• Weekly cleaning and maintenance of the van.
• Weekly record of mileage and other services as necessary.
• Collects donations/ supplies as needed if volunteers are unavailable.
• Delivers items in the van when other volunteers are unavailable.
• Wider driving needs for business meetings and trips as needed
• Coordinating with Cherwell Collective staff to facilitate van usage and maintenance.
• Maintain a good relationship with Oxford Food Hub and any other outside partners
• Cover winter warmer peer driver routes in case of illness

WISH

• Assist
  WISH team with general set up and maintenance of workshop, creative, exhibit and office space
• Support storefront/ customer facing explaining exhibits and ethos as necessary
• Act as caretaker of
  WISH building:
• cleaning spaces to adhere to health and safety regulations at all times

- undertake regular stock checks and restock (which involves physical work)
- ensure regular maintenance of the premises, including cleaning rota and repairs


General Cherwell Collective:

• Caretaker for particular sites as needed.
• Kitchen porter as needed
• Oxford Party Library loans/ barn organization as needed

Essential Skills
Good work ethic

Clean driving record/ up to date license

Heavy lifting may be required


Desired Qualities
Understanding of confidentiality laws and GDPR guidelines.

Experience with Google Drive

Knowledge of electric vehicle upkeep and maintenance.

Record keeping regarding vehicle maintenance.


Application

MILESTONES

• 30 days_

Winter Warmers plan made with Administrators and Lead Coordinator


WISH Launch


WISH Inventory updated weekly

Coordinate Gleaning trips as needed and support with van especially pumpkin season

• 90 days_

No Waste Noel

Barn Inventory update regularly

• 180 days_

Coordinate with gleaning network as needed by making available Thursday minibus after lunch to harvest orchards, fields, etc.

• Year 1_

Travel as needed with
WISH exhibits throughout Oxfordshire.


Job Type:
Part-time


Salary:
£12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week


Benefits:

• Flexitime
• Free parking
• Onsite parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Kidlington (required)

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 15/03/2024