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Compass Community Trust exists to serve the communities it works in, not to generate profit for shareholders. That mission shapes every hiring decision, every programme, and every policy in this handbook. Employees who share that mission deserve employment standards that match the values the organisation promotes externally.

All Compass employees are covered. Programme coordinators, outreach workers, fundraising officers, finance staff, and administrative personnel should read this alongside their employment contract. Volunteers are governed by a separate volunteer agreement. This handbook does not replace your contract.

Nonprofit employment involves grant-funded positions with fixed durations, emotional labour in service delivery roles, and the reality that resources are always stretched. The policies here balance fiscal responsibility with the organisation's duty of care toward its staff. Compass reviews the handbook annually and the current version is available from the operations manager and on the staff intranet.

Compass Community Trust employs permanent staff funded through core grants and earned income. Fixed-term positions are linked to specific project grants, with contract duration matching the funding period. Part-time roles are common across programme delivery, finance, and communications. Casual workers support events and seasonal outreach campaigns.

All new hires complete three months of probation. Programme staff are assessed on beneficiary engagement quality, reporting accuracy for funder compliance, safeguarding awareness, and the ability to work effectively within budget constraints. Fundraising officers are evaluated on application quality, donor stewardship, and income targets. Reviews happen at weeks four and ten.

Roles at Compass are defined by programme and function. A programme coordinator designs and delivers services to beneficiaries. An outreach worker engages target communities and provides front-line support. A fundraising officer writes grant applications, manages donor relationships, and organises fundraising events. A finance officer manages accounts, grant reporting, and payroll. Role changes may occur when funding structures shift, and are discussed with affected staff before implementation.