About the role
You will have responsibility for managing two distinct grant funds and supporting a third, for the voluntary and community sector in Richmond.
Working alongside our Community Engagement Officers within the Community and Partnerships Team and the Public Health team you will assist the Senior Project Officer (Voluntary Sector) by delivering efficient management and oversight of the Councils support to the local community. You will help build capacity and advise local organisations and residents so that that they are able to successfully apply for funding to achieve positive outcomes for local people.
You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders including Councillors, Council team members and Richmond CVS on engaging and listening to residents, advising on submitting applications and facilitating the grant process from assessing applications to making final recommendations.
This is a good opportunity for somebody keen to develop grant management skills within a Council setting. Experience and understanding of grant-making processes to voluntary and community organisations is essential, as well as good IT skills. Efficient at time management and an effective communicator you will be at the forefront of some of our key areas of work. You will engage with different departments of the Council as well as external stakeholders such as our partners in the voluntary and public sector.
How to apply
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The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.