Community Engagement and Grants Coordinator
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We are looking to recruit a Community Engagement and Grants Coordinator to join our team based at our Midlands site. You will join us on a part-time, fixed-term contract until 31 December 2028. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £18,000 per annum.
This is a Hybrid role.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Midlands. Our purpose is to share the RAF story, past, present and future – using the stories of its people and our collections in order to engage, inform and inspire. Our Vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story – the people who shape it and its place in our lives.
We have two public sites (London and Midlands) and a stored collection (Stafford). Our trading company and active fundraising supplement Grant in Aid which comes through the Ministry of Defence.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a Carbon Literate organisation and as such promotes Carbon Literacy.
Purpose of the Community Engagement and Grants Coordinator role:
As our Community Engagement and Grants Coordinator, you will work with the Community Engagement team to engage with local and regional groups, organisations and charities and coordinate our new Community Grants Programme. This includes administering and overseeing the grants programme and engaging stakeholders to participate in the grant assessment process. You will develop strong and effective relationships with local and regional Midlands community groups and assist the Community Engagement team with the delivery of the Inspiring Everyone: RAF Museum Midlands Development Programme onsite, offsite and online. You will inspire and support our local and regional communities, sharing the RAF Story with diverse 3 audiences and bringing new visitors to the Museum.
Key responsibilities of our Community Engagement and Grants Coordinator include:
* Build strong and effective local and regional relationships encouraging organisations and groups across different sectors to get involved with our community grants programme and explore ways to give and make a positive difference to the people they engage with
* Develop promotional campaigns and resources. Liaise with other departments within the Museum to promote the grants programme to a wider audience. Attend community events and meet with stakeholders to promote the grants programme
* Ensure administration and organisation of grant activities is developed and delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget
* Understand the different local and regional organisations and identify their needs and requirements
* Oversee communication with grant applicants including, receiving and acknowledging grant applications, undertaking due diligence for applicants, logging grant applications throughout the process, liaising with our Finance team to organise payments
* Proactively engage with local charities, community groups, and local residents in the Midlands, particularly those representing minority communities, ensuring they are wellconnected and engaged with the Museum
* Manage volunteers to support community activities
* Deliver programmed community engagement activity across the Midlands (predominantly Shropshire and the West Midlands) where the Museum can make a difference, cultivating meaningful partnerships
* Keep up to date with the understanding of developments within community engagement and EDI locally, regionally, and nationally, as well as be aware of the provision of other museums
What we are looking for in our Community Engagement and Grants Coordinator:
* Knowledge of / interest in engaging community groups with information, this could be via objects, art, history, stories, or any other way that will introduce new ideas and audiences to the Museum
* Lived experience or working knowledge of the Midlands, both rural and urba,n and the region’s diverse communities
* Experience of working with and managing volunteers
* Experience in project management and administration
* The ability to work, prioritise, and pay attention to detail within a busy, multi-task environment.
* The ability to collate, analyse, and interpret data
* Knowledge of current H&S regulation,s including Safeguarding
* Passionate about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
* Has a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
* Holds a current UK driving licence
Closing date for applications: 28 July 2025 at 10 am
Interviews will take place on 7 and 8 August 2025
If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey, please visit the jobs page on our website for further information. Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force’s story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you.
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Part-time
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Customer Service and Marketing
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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