Community Builder (Asset-based Community Development)

The vacancy We have an incredible opportunity for a COMMUNITY BUILDER to join our Community Development team. Please see below for more information on what just might be your future role. The role will close on 25 August 2025. Shortlisting will take place shortly afterwards with Interviews taking place on 2nd and 4th September 2025. About The Role As a Community Builder, you will be at the heart of our Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach, supporting the charity’s objective to enhance reach with a focus on enabling a positive impact for members of the armed forces community facing challenges. You will do this by creating sustainable, community-led solutions that enhance their well-being. You will identify strengths within local communities, foster meaningful connections, and utilise this to create new networks and drive positive change. We are looking for a motivated and dynamic individual who is passionate about collaboration and community-led change. If you believe in the power of strong, connected communities, this role is for you. Working closely with Community Development Managers across regions within the UK, you will create opportunities for members of the Armed Forces community (AFC) and their families to connect with Help for Heroes and their local community. About You You will have experience of working alongside communities to create the conditions for community-led change, ideally with experience of Asset-Based Community Development. You will have good organisational skills, energy and the ability to listen, build relationships, and inspire collaboration which will be essential in creating positive, lasting change. Key Responsibilities Conduct outreach to celebrate community strengths and foster engagement. Develop and embed an ABCD-informed way of working. Identify ‘Connectors’ across the community and provide opportunities for them to come together regularly to exchange learning and map community assets. Facilitate gatherings that empower community members to share their strengths, co-create initiatives, and foster a sense of belonging and ownership. Encourage and support community-led action in response to local AFC interests / aspirations through peer led/ co – designed initiatives. Increase awareness of challenges faced by military personnel, veterans, and their families. We are looking for someone with: A Community Development qualification and/or experience of taking an asset-based approach to community development with transferable skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships that drive action. A track record of successful collaboration with internal and external partners and stakeholders. PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will need to be based within a 30-minute commute of the centre of their allocated locality and there is a requirement to travel regularly within a 75-mile radius of this location (travel expenses covered). There will The successful candidate must possess a valid full UK driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle with business insurance for work purposes. There will also be a requirement for occasional travel to other UK locations for meetings and events depending on the charity’s needs such as our annual all colleagues in person event. The successful candidate will work 35 hours per week over 5 days, Monday – Sunday. Core working days will be Monday to Friday; however, flexibility is essential, as regular evening and weekend work will also be required to meet the needs of the role. Working hours will vary to ensure a total of 70 hours is covered over a two-week period, so please take this into consideration before applying. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check About the Team You will be part of a newly formed Community Development team, dedicated to embedding Asset-Based Community Development. We will amplify the strengths already present in communities, forging lasting partnerships and initiatives that empower the Armed Forces community to thrive. Together the Community Development Managers and the Community Builders will strengthen local communities using resources and networks that are readily available. You will do this to proliferate opportunities for sustainable participation and engagement alongside a multi-disciplinary team in order to support the Armed Forces Community to live well after service. Please see the job description for more details. Please note: We may close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of strong applications.41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15