At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead community initiatives, empower leaders, and combat misinformation to create positive change.
- Company: Join the Community Foundation for NI, a trusted charity making a real impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, generous leave, and a focus on wellbeing.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission to build resilience and promote inclusion in local communities.
- Qualifications: Experience in community development and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 37280 - 39152 £ per year.
We are delighted that you are interested in applying for the Development Officer role with the Community Foundation for NI. Since we were established in 1979, we have awarded millions of pounds in grant funding to local charities and community groups, and we have also developed numerous programmes to support local communities build their capacity and sustainability.
The Stronger Together Building Community Resilience programme is a new flagship initiative responding to the worrying rise in racist violence, hate crime, misinformation and disinformation across Northern Ireland. Building on over 46 years of experience in peacebuilding, social justice and human rights, the Community Foundation for NI is well placed to support and empower marginalised communities and work alongside them to drive meaningful change.
The Community Foundation for NI is a local, independent charitable trust that provides grants and support to local communities in Northern Ireland. We have offices in Belfast and Derry-Londonderry, although since Covid we have operated a hybrid working policy for all staff.
Job Description:
- Responsible to: Programmes Manager
- Hours: 35 per week
- Salary: NJC points 2628, £37,280£39,152, starting on point 26 (£37,280)
- Duration: Fixed term for 3 years from the date of appointment
- Location: Hybrid working approach, including both office location and home-based working
As the Development Officer, you will support the design, delivery and development of community-based activity that strengthens resilience, builds local leadership and promotes inclusion. You will work alongside communities, partners and stakeholders to identify needs, support participation, develop responses to inequality and racism, and help ensure that programme activity is informed by lived experience and community voice.
Main Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with community groups, grassroots leaders, statutory, government and other partner organisations.
- Support delivery and management of core programme strands, including community leadership development, media literacy and misinformation awareness, storytelling and narrative change, advocacy training and community campaigns.
- Support the recruitment, development and ongoing engagement of Champions for Change.
- Assist in planning and coordinating workshops, events, roundtables and learning activity.
- Promote inclusion, challenge racism and misinformation, and strengthen social cohesion through programme delivery.
About You:
You will be an approachable, dynamic and driven person who wants to help lead, grow and develop this important area of the Foundations work and strategy. You will be motivated and committed to our values, vision and mission.
Essential Criteria:
- A relevant third level qualification with at least five years paid experience in a similar role, or 5 years experience in a voluntary role.
- Experience using community development or participatory approaches, including working with lived experience.
- Strong understanding of inequality, racism, exclusion and the barriers faced by marginalised communities.
How to apply:
Application forms must be completed in full, signed, and returned by email. The closing date for applications is 12 noon Friday 17th July. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcome applications from all genders, backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, religions, disabilities and lived experiences.
Development Officer in Belfast employer: Community Foundation for Northern Ireland
The Community Foundation for NI is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. With a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, competitive salaries, and opportunities for professional growth, we prioritise the development of our staff while championing social change in Northern Ireland. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility, ensuring that our team can balance their personal and professional lives effectively, all while contributing to meaningful community initiatives.
Contact Details:
Community Foundation for Northern Ireland Recruitment Team
