Community Development Support Officer
Salary: Scale 6 SCP 20–24: £31,586 – £34,314 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9.00 am – 5.00 pm A flexible working hours scheme is in operation. To meet the demands of the post, candidates must be available to work evenings, weekends, public holidays, and unsocial hours, as required.
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBThe postholder will be required to coordinate, develop, and implement key activities within the Good Relations/Community Development Plan, including the administration of small grants and training programmes.
They will provide support and guidance to groups engaged in developing and promoting good relations and community development, and will monitor and evaluate all aspects of work, while maintaining effective administration systems.
The postholder will also work in partnership with relevant statutory and voluntary/community agencies to mainstream the good relations and community development agenda.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssist in the development of the Council’s Good Relations/Community Development Plan through appropriate research and consultation with individuals, bodies, and organisations, under the direction of the Community Development Officer.
Coordinate good relations/community development objectives as detailed in the Plan, under the direction of the Community Development Officer.
Liaise with and support groups developing and promoting good relations/community development projects within the Borough.
Develop and maintain mechanisms to ensure groups, bodies, and agencies are kept informed of relevant good relations/community development information.
Organise events to raise community awareness of good relations and community development issues.
Assist the Community Development Officer in coordinating activities to promote full participation of all communities.
Assist in coordinating external training programmes, including course administration and managing communication between participants, the training provider, and the Community Development Officer.
Prepare and circulate online monthly updates to relevant Council staff.
Establish and maintain databases that encapsulate all aspects of each project. Keep accurate records and contribute to the preparation of monitoring and evaluation reports required by Council and other bodies.
Assist with the processing of grant claims, including:
Checking received claims, assessing information, and preparing documentation for approval.
Providing advice and guidance to project promoters on payment procedures and the claims process.
Contribute to the preparation of budgets and statistical reports.
Undertake any other relevant duties as required and commensurate with the nature and grade of the post.
A third-level qualification (i.e., HNC/HND, Level 4, Degree) aligned with the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) in a relevant discipline such as Community, Business, Youth Work, or Law.
One year’s experience working in partnership with community and statutory agencies.
One year’s experience working with diverse groups in a community setting.
One year’s experience in project and financial management.
Good working knowledge of issues relating to good relations and community development.
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Creative approach to work.
Forward-thinking and progressive mindset.
Problem-solving ability.
Strong relationship-building skills.
Access to a form of transport that enables the postholder to carry out the duties of the role in full.
37 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9.00 am – 5.00 pm A flexible working hours scheme is in operation. To meet the demands of the post, candidates must be available to work evenings, weekends, public holidays, and unsocial hours, as required.
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