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Funding Officer - Belfast
Job Posted: 24 days ago
Salary: £ 25,228.8/Annum
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Belfast, County Antrim
Expire in: 4 days
Job Description
Funding Officer
Location: Belfast BT7 2JD (Hybrid/Remote options available) - first 2 weeks training office based.
Working Hours: Flexible, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm / 8am - 4pm
Pay: £12 - £13 per hour (dependent on experience) + Travel expenses paid
Contract Length: Temporary until March 2024
Start Date: Immediate
About the Role:
Are you passionate about making a difference in communities and supporting organisations to achieve their goals? We're seeking a Funding Officer to join our team in Belfast. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in assessing funding requests, managing grants, and working closely with local communities to drive positive change.
As a Funding Officer, you will be responsible for assessing applications, managing a caseload of projects, and providing advice to organisations to ensure they successfully deliver their projects and achieve measurable impact. This role requires strong communication skills, a solid understanding of the funding landscape, and the ability to manage risks and challenges effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess Funding Requests: Review applications and assess the viability of projects for funding, ensuring alignment with community needs and organisational goals.
Grant Management: Oversee the grant process from application to delivery, ensuring projects are on track and funds are used effectively.
Caseload Management: Manage your own caseload of funded projects, liaising with grant recipients and providing guidance and support as needed.
Project Visits: Undertake regular visits to project sites to assess progress, offer advice, and monitor outcomes.
Risk Management: Identify potential risks associated with projects and work proactively with organisations to mitigate them.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with stakeholders, helping them connect with the right resources to achieve their goals.Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Curiosity & Understanding: A keen interest in the funding sector and a commitment to understanding the needs of local communities.
Customer Service: A strong commitment to providing excellent customer service to both stakeholders and grant recipients.
Financial Acumen: Ability to analyse financial data, review business plans, and identify potential risks.
Community-Oriented: A strengths-based approach to working with individuals and organisations to overcome challenges.
Social Policy Knowledge: Understanding of the social policy landscape and the role of third-sector organisations.
Communication Skills: Confidence in presenting information to external audiences and stakeholders.
Learning & Development: Ability to learn from funded projects and share insights for the benefit of the wider organisation.Why Apply?
Flexible Working: Enjoy a flexible working schedule with options for hybrid or remote working.
Competitive Pay: £12 - £13 per hour, with travel costs reimbursed.
Immediate Start: If you're ready to make an impact, we're looking for someone to start as soon as possible.
Meaningful Work: Play a key role in supporting local communities and organisations to thrive.
If you're ready to make a difference and bring your expertise in funding and community development to a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!
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