Senior Voluntary Sector Grants and Project Officer

Job Title: Grant Programme Coordinator

Location: Wandsworth, UK
Contract Type: Temporary (3 months) likely extension
Working Pattern: Full Time - Hybrid min 2 days in office
Salary: £22.48 per hour PAYE or £29.25 per hour Umbrella

About the Role:

Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Grant Programme Coordinator to manage and develop voluntary sector grant programmes, including the Wandsworth Grant Fund and other ad-hoc funding initiatives. This temporary role is essential in ensuring effective assessment, funding allocation, and monitoring of grants that support our community.

Key Responsibilities:

Grant Management: Oversee the entire grant-making cycle, from application receipt to payment and impact evaluation. Ensure all grant agreements are drafted to a high standard.

Assessment Coordination: Collaborate with Council officers and partner organisations to facilitate thorough assessments of grant applications. Ensure that eligibility checks and recommendations align with grant themes and organisational capacity.

Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a liaison with various stakeholders, including Council members and community organisations. Provide clear verbal and written updates on the Wandsworth Grants Fund and related projects.

• Project Support: Assist in the management of discrete projects related to service development and commissioning. Provide support in contract management for initiatives led by the Voluntary Sector Partnership Team.
• Documentation and Reporting: Produce concise assessments and recommendations for the Grants Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee. Draught reports for Directors' Boards and committee meetings.
• Capacity Building: Engage in sustainability assessments and capacity building activities to enhance the effectiveness of funded projects.
  
  
• Who You Are: The ideal candidate will possess:
• Expertise in Grant Management: Proven experience in managing grant programmes, including project management and contract administration.
• Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to assess applications critically, ensuring compliance with eligibility criteria and alignment with organisational goals.
• Effective Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to draught clear reports and agreements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Experience in engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders, including Council members, community organisations, and the public.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational abilities to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and act as a deputy when required.
• Why Join Us?
• This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the community through effective grant management. If you are passionate about supporting the voluntary sector and have the skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply.
• Application Process:
• To apply for this role, please submit your CV
  
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