Community Development Manager

PSM Recruitment is looking for a Network Development Lead / Community Development Manager. You will play a central role in shaping and strengthening the network, you will need to be strategic, and community-minded individual to help drive the next stage of a new and growing charity initiative. This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys both strategic thinking and hands-on delivery.

The model brings together local organisations, volunteers, and community partners to create a coordinated, compassionate network of support. As the network grows, they are looking for someone who can bring coherence, momentum, and vision to this developing movement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and nurture strong relationships across the charity network
• Support new organisations to join and integrate into the model
• Negotiate supplier and service arrangements for the benefit of local organisations
• Coordinate communication, shared learning, and collaborative projects
• Identify opportunities for growth, funding, and strategic partnerships
• Represent the network with professionalism, warmth, and clarity
• Help shape the long-term strategy and operational rhythm of the initiative

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• A highly motivated, natural connector with excellent communication skills
• Confident working with charities, community groups, and local leaders
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable driving projects forward
• Able to balance big-picture thinking with practical implementation
• Passionate about community impact and collaborative working
• Experience in the charity, voluntary, or community sector would be highly valued.

Hours: Full-time

Location: Hybrid, with travel required

Contract: Initially fixed-term, with potential to extend

Salary: Commensurate with experience

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping a meaningful initiative with real community impact. If you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.