Social Value Associate (Part-Time – 1 Day/Week)

Social Value Associate (Part-Time – 1 Day/Week)

YOU MUST BE BASED IN NORTHERN IRELAND. IN ADDITION, OPEN TO TRAVEL TO COMMUNITY EVENTS (CIRCA ONCE A MONTH).

Duration: 2-year fixed term

Accessibility: Open to applicants living with a disability

Make an Impact. One Day a Week Can Make a Real Difference.

About the Role

At Version 1, we are committed to making a real difference for our customers, our people, and the communities we serve. As part of our evolving Social Value (SV) strategy, we are offering a unique opportunity for a passionate individual to join us in a part-time capacity to support our customer, Department of Finance, in delivering meaningful social impact.

This role is ideal for someone living with a disability who is looking for flexible, purpose-driven work. You will work closely with the Social Value Manager and the client account team to co-ordinate and deliver initiatives that promote inclusion, community engagement, and long-term social benefit.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Support the planning and delivery of Social Value initiatives aligned to our client’s goals and community priorities.
• Assist in coordinating small-scale community engagement activities, both virtual and in-person (where accessible).
• Help maintain records of activities, outcomes, and feedback to support reporting and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to storytelling and communications that highlight the impact of our client’s Social Value work.
• Participate in regular check-ins with the Social Value Manager to share updates and shape future activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams and community partners to ensure initiatives are inclusive and accessible.

What We’re Looking For

You will have:

• A genuine interest in community engagement and social impact.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.
• Comfortable using basic IT tools (e.g., email, Word, Teams).
• Willingness to learn and contribute ideas.
• Experience (voluntary or professional) in community, education, or advocacy work is a plus.

Accessibility & Support

We are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to ensuring our recruitment process and workplace are inclusive and accessible. We welcome conversations about any adjustments or support you may need to thrive in this role.

Why Version 1? 

• Strong career progression & mentorship through our Strength in Balance and leadership programmes, including quarterly Pathways Career Development reviews. 
• Significant training budget for certifications and further education. 
• Version 1 Annual Excellence Awards & Call-Out recognition platform celebrating achievement. 
• Moments that matter & enhanced maternity/paternity leave policies to support your journey. 
• Active ESG & CSR initiatives, allowing you to give back through fundraising, volunteering, and diversity, inclusion & belonging programmes. 

Benefits include: 

• Quarterly performance-related profit share 
• Hybrid / Remote working flexibility 
• Pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover 
• Certified Great Place to Work for 10+ years running 

Ashley Billington, Head of Talent Acquisition – Enterprise Applications (Oracle Cloud - ERP, HCM, EPM) 

+447840839370 

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We are an equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity & Inclusion statement located at: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers 

Please note: We have an internal recruitment team and do not accept agency candidates. If you want to join the team here at Version 1, get in touch with us directly!