BNENC pride itself in having a dynamic team of individuals who work well in supporting the work of a high quality Charity and Limited company. The work carried out by our team at BNENC enables vulnerable residents and young people to access information and advice, support & resources, practical help and assistance. BNENC’s Chairman would like to take this opportunity to thank all involved in making BNENC the award winning Charity it has become.
Senior Staff
Over 35 years working within the 3rd sector
has skills and knowledge in:-
- Programme & Project Development including Local Regional and National
- Working on Multi Million Pound Regeneration & Community Programmes
- Background in Training
- Fair recruitment & selection
- Fundraising and finance background
- Volunteer PD programmes / Team Building
- Network and Partnership development support
- Strategic Development & Report Writing
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Developing Policies, Procedures & Practices
- Support of commissioning programmes
- Developing & delivering Community Engagement Programmes
- Business Planning
Over 15 years’ experience working within the 3rd Sector
- Chief Officer of Merseyside Police Special Constabulary
- Awarded MBE (1998)
- Age Concern HR Officer
- Funding & Finance
- Health & Safety
- Safeguarding
- Staff & Volunteer Support
- Admin support to Board
- Financial planning and reporting
- Best Value auditor
- Fleet management
- Building management
- Contracts management
Board Members
As a local resident our community representative understands the needs of local residents especially when it comes to:
- Crime
- Unemployment
- Living on benefits
- Poor health
- Poor housing
He has skills knowledge and understanding that include strategic thinking / service initiation and development / service delivery /income generation.
Eric retired from Merseyside Police where he was in charge of all Fleet Vehicles and budgets and contracts relating to the fleet.
Eric runs a number of businesses and has a background in business development / business management / staffing & budget controls.
Peter is BNENC’s disability Representative he also serves on the Board of ACSIL a charity that provides support to individuals who have lost a limb – Peter has knowledge and skills around disability law / mobility and access and disability rights – Peters works with the snr Team at BNENC is ensuring BNENC meets is legal responsibility when it comes to supporting individuals with mobility and disability issues.
BNENC Staff
Alan Donnelly is BNENC’s Health and Wellbeing Manager, bringing over 30 years of experience in the charity sector, including 20 years at The Breckfield Centre.
A Trained Community Health Worker, Walk & Cycle for Health Leader, and Mental Health First Aider, Alan also serves as First Aid & Health & Safeguarding Officer. He is Cancer Collaborative Trained and delivers popular Community Cooking Workshops.
Passionate about improving physical and mental wellbeing, Alan designs and leads practical, community-focused programmes that reduce isolation, promote healthier lifestyles, and support residents in one of Liverpool’s most deprived areas.
Paul Robinson Jr. is a key member of the BNENC team at The Breckfield Centre, utilising his skills to support the charity’s day-to-day operations and community programmes.
With fifteen years of IT and business experience, Paul handles fundraising, social media administration, youth work, and volunteer support. He is also a qualified Cycle Leader and Bike Mechanic, helping deliver active health initiatives such as cycling clubs for young people and families.
Paul's is committed to using his broad skill set to strengthen BNENC’s services, support volunteers and young people, and help deliver practical, lasting support to residents in Breckfield and North Everton.
A highly experienced CAB Worker and Domestic Violence Support Worker, Francine specialises in providing expert benefits advice, securing vital financial support for vulnerable residents. She holds extensive training in Fuel Poverty, Keep Warm & Warm Homes, Benefit Advice, Working with Vulnerable Individuals, Safeguarding, and Community Engagement.
Francine is passionate about tackling poverty and ensuring residents in Breckfield and North Everton receive the practical help and advice they need to improve their financial stability and wellbeing.
Katrina is the first point of contact for BNENC. She is responsible for booking people in & out, room and facility hire, post booking in and out, directing phone calls to right department, taking & ensuring messages are received and general enquiries.
BNENC Volunteers
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