Funding Projects Officer
📍 Walsall (Hybrid – 2 days office / 3 days home)
đź•’ 6-month contract
đź’· ÂŁ21.65 PAYE / ÂŁ29.06 Umbrella
⏱ 37 hours per week (Mon–Fri)
🚀 Start: ASAP
We’re working with a well-established public sector organisation to recruit an experienced Funding Projects Officer to support the delivery of high-impact, externally funded programmes focused on community and economic development.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in fundraising, bid writing, and project delivery, who enjoys working collaboratively with partners across the voluntary, community, and public sectors.
The Role
You’ll play a key role in supporting the design, development, and delivery of funded projects, including involvement in a high-profile crowdfunding programme. This is a varied position combining funding research, bid development, stakeholder engagement, and programme support.
Key responsibilities include:
* Researching and identifying external funding opportunities
* Supporting the development and submission of high-quality funding bids
* Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, partners, and community organisations
* Delivering workshops, presentations, and advisory support
* Supporting marketing and communications activity, including social media and publicity
* Monitoring project progress, maintaining records, and reporting outcomes
* Contributing to partnership development across sectors to maximise funding opportunities
About You
We’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
You’ll ideally have:
* Proven experience in fundraising, bid writing, or securing external funding
* Strong understanding of the VCSE (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise) sector
* Experience in project or programme delivery
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Confidence delivering presentations, workshops, or stakeholder engagement activity
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
* Good digital skills, including social media and online communications
Desirable:
* Experience working within local government or public sector environments
* Knowledge of crowdfunding or community funding initiatives
* Relevant project or fundraising qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, IOF)
What’s on Offer
* Flexible hybrid working (3 days from home)
* Opportunity to work on meaningful, community-focused projects
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Immediate start available
If you’re a proactive funding professional looking to make an impact on community-driven projects, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch for more information