We re looking for a flexible, adaptable and creative Funding expert to join our talented team of Development Managers, supporting local organisations and residents and helping the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector to grow and thrive. You will be engaging directly with frontline voluntary and community groups, providing fundraising advice, bid-writing support, bid reviews, funding searches and signposting, and training. You will also develop partnerships with other local agencies to better support the local voluntary sector and influence funders, and identify local funding development needs to help inform our training programme for voluntary groups. You ll bring experience in developing fundraising strategies within the VCFSE sector, an understanding of the governance issues that could be barriers to successful funding applications and how to overcome them, and knowledge of funder priorities that groups should be aware of. In return, we offer flexible, hybrid working options, a free Employee Assistance Programme, and up to 7.5 hours of volunteering leave per year. For more information about the role, or to apply, please visit our website by clicking the button on this listing.
Jan 14, 2026
Full time
We re looking for a flexible, adaptable and creative Funding expert to join our talented team of Development Managers, supporting local organisations and residents and helping the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector to grow and thrive. You will be engaging directly with frontline voluntary and community groups, providing fundraising advice, bid-writing support, bid reviews, funding searches and signposting, and training. You will also develop partnerships with other local agencies to better support the local voluntary sector and influence funders, and identify local funding development needs to help inform our training programme for voluntary groups. You ll bring experience in developing fundraising strategies within the VCFSE sector, an understanding of the governance issues that could be barriers to successful funding applications and how to overcome them, and knowledge of funder priorities that groups should be aware of. In return, we offer flexible, hybrid working options, a free Employee Assistance Programme, and up to 7.5 hours of volunteering leave per year. For more information about the role, or to apply, please visit our website by clicking the button on this listing.
Have you led transformational change in the third sector and are now looking for your next big opportunity to make a lasting impact? If so, you may be the dynamic, strategic and values-driven leader we re looking for as our Head of Volunteering Development. This is a senior leadership role with real influence and autonomy. Working with key stakeholders and partners, you ll lead the development and delivery of a forward-thinking, inclusive Vision for Volunteering for Somerset. With a remit that spans strategy development, community engagement, active citizenship and workforce wellbeing, this role will be key in exploring new and exciting approaches that makes volunteering accessible to all. You ll bring proven leadership experience in the third sector, and a track record of strategic planning and delivering change in complex environments. You ll also have a passion for volunteering, a deep understanding of the volunteer experience, and excellent knowledge and understanding of the national and local volunteering landscape including the opportunities and challenges. In return, we offer flexible, hybrid working options, a free Employee Assistance Programme, and up to 7.5 hours of volunteering leave per year. To find out more about this role, including how you can apply, please visit our website by clicking the button on this advert.
Jan 14, 2026
Full time
Have you led transformational change in the third sector and are now looking for your next big opportunity to make a lasting impact? If so, you may be the dynamic, strategic and values-driven leader we re looking for as our Head of Volunteering Development. This is a senior leadership role with real influence and autonomy. Working with key stakeholders and partners, you ll lead the development and delivery of a forward-thinking, inclusive Vision for Volunteering for Somerset. With a remit that spans strategy development, community engagement, active citizenship and workforce wellbeing, this role will be key in exploring new and exciting approaches that makes volunteering accessible to all. You ll bring proven leadership experience in the third sector, and a track record of strategic planning and delivering change in complex environments. You ll also have a passion for volunteering, a deep understanding of the volunteer experience, and excellent knowledge and understanding of the national and local volunteering landscape including the opportunities and challenges. In return, we offer flexible, hybrid working options, a free Employee Assistance Programme, and up to 7.5 hours of volunteering leave per year. To find out more about this role, including how you can apply, please visit our website by clicking the button on this advert.
