[ Cymraeg ]

This is a temporary contract role to last up to 2 months initially with the possibility of extending the contract. Start date is ASAP.

We have 27 hours of work available initially, which will need to be done within 2 months though this can be done sooner if you have the availability. Some of the jobs are more urgent and will need to be tackled within the first 2 weeks of starting. Working hours are flexible.

We have a budget of £27 per hour with a little room for negotiation.

As a freelance contractor you would be responsible for invoicing us your hours and your own tax return.

We are looking for someone with experience in:

• Admin on Google Drive
• Fundraising for community organisations
• Communicating via phone, email and direct message in work role
• Good in-person communication skills in a work role
• Proactively managing your own schedule

The role will involve (but is not limited to):

• Writing a funding application (with help)
• Organising files on Google Drive
• Recruiting and managing tradespeople for small jobs at Machspace
• Printing and installing labels and signage
• Creating monitoring forms
• Dealing with space rental contracts 

About Machspace: We are a makerspace in the centre of the town of Machynlleth in Powys, Wales.

A makerspace is a community resource, in the same category as a library or leisure centre. It’s a building containing a lot of equipment for members to come and use – 3D printers, sewing machines, drills and saws, soldering equipment, laser cutters, looms, etc.

Our director board and base of volunteers is gender- and disability-diverse and we do most of our staff communication on WhatsApp.

To find out more about makerspaces, visit the Hackspace Foundation.

To apply, please send 200-300 words, or a short video, letting us know about your experience and suitability for the role, to hello@machspace.org.

Closing date: 1st July 2024
Location: Hybrid – Machynlleth/Remote