Essex Wildlife Trust are the county's leading conservation charity, committed to protecting wildlife and inspiring a lifelong love of nature; and we would love you to join our committed and enthusiastic team. By 2030 we aim to protect and connect 30% of land and sea and inspire 1 in 4 people in Essex to take action for wildlife.
We are looking for a Grants and Trusts Officer to create compelling grant applications and lead on grant administration and record keeping within our Fundraising Team.
By 2030 we aim to protect 30% of land and sea for nature and inspire 1 in 4 people in Essex to take action for wildlife. The Fundraising Team is integral to delivering the Trust's strategy by growing our community of wildlife supporters and securing the income that makes our work possible. The Grants and Trusts Officer will be an important part of this, working alongside the Grants and Trusts Manager and teams across the Trust to identify opportunities, develop inspiring funding bids and help secure investment for nature's recovery.
The post-holder will manage, organise and liaise with a portfolio of grant-makers, from major funders to smaller family Trusts, locally and nationally. Undertaking horizon-scanning of suitable funders across sectors, they will use their relationship-development skills to build our pipeline of prospects and ensure records are up to date on our CRM system, while capturing funding and reporting requirements.
The successful candidate will have a successful track record of securing grant funding from Trusts and Foundations; have excellent communication, administrative and organisational skills (ideally within a similar role and/or within a charitable organisation); meticulous attention to detail and strong IT skills, particularly using Microsoft Office. A good level of GCSE Maths and English (Grade A-C/9-4) or an equivalent qualification is essential.
The position is a permanent role with a starting salary of £28,048.65 per annum. The hours of work are full-time, Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm (37.5 hours per week). Essex Wildlife Trust prides itself on being a flexible working employer including flexible home-working arrangements.
Our values are Impactful , Collaborative , United and Proactive .
Annual leave entitlement starts at 26 days per annum increasing annually to 29 days plus Bank Holidays. We provide company sick pay increasing with length of service, an employee assistance programme, a combined 8% contribution pension scheme, staff social days, colleague nomination scheme and discounts in our Nature Discovery Centres.
Essex Wildlife Trust is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is welcome. As a conservation charity, we know how important diversity is, both in our natural world and amongst the people we employ. We want everyone to feel valued and empowered to contribute to our vision of "A county rich in wildlife with people connected to nature".
As a Disability Confident employer, please make us aware you have a disability as we are committed to offering an interview that meets the minimum criteria for the post. If you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible, please make us aware.
We are proud to be an employer that supports the Armed Forces Covenant and are committed to supporting those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families. As part of this commitment, Armed Forces veterans who meet the minimum criteria for an advertised role will be guaranteed an interview.
Abbotts HallMaldon RoadGreat WigboroughColchesterEssexCO5 7RZUnited Kingdom
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Grants and Trusts Officer employer: Essex Wildlife Trust Ltd
Essex Wildlife Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member can thrive. Working at our beautiful Nature Discovery Park in Bedfords Park not only allows you to engage with nature and wildlife but also offers generous benefits such as annual leave starting at 26 days, company sick pay, and a supportive culture that values diversity and community involvement. Join us in making a meaningful impact on conservation while enjoying flexible casual hours that fit your lifestyle.
