At a Glance
- Tasks: Build partnerships and deliver community-led projects to tackle inequality.
- Company: Join Islington Council and strengthen the local voluntary sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 31 days leave, flexible working, and learning opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with excellent career growth and collaboration opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community and champion inclusion.
- Qualifications: Experience in community organisations and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
In this role you will strengthen Islington’s voluntary sector by building partnerships with community groups, delivering grant-backed initiatives, and centering resident voices in decision-making. You will collaborate across council services and with external partners to tackle inequality and support neighbourhood-led solutions that align with council priorities. The position offers a dynamic environment where you influence local outcomes, capacity-build organisations, and shape community‑led approaches. This is an opportunity to make a measurable impact in a diverse borough and champion inclusion.
Pay / Benefits
- Up to 31 days leave per year (36 days after five years)
- Flexible working arrangements and 35-hour week
- Learning and development opportunities
- London Living Wage
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme and gym discounts
Responsibilities
- Develop partnerships with communities, voluntary organisations, and partners
- Coordinate and support grant programmes
- Strengthen local organisations’ capacity and resilience
- Ensure community voices inform decisions and council priorities
- Collaborate across council services and external partners on initiatives
- Deliver neighbourhood-focused projects to tackle inequality and improve resident outcomes
Key requirements
- Experience with voluntary, community, or public sector organisations
- Strong partnership-building and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience delivering projects, programmes, or community initiatives
- Excellent communication and influencing abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Commitment to equality, inclusion and resident involvement
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Voluntary Sector Locality Officer employer: Islington Council
Islington Council is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation in the housing sector. With a strong commitment to employee development and a hybrid working model, staff enjoy the flexibility of remote work while engaging directly with the community. The council prioritises ambitious delivery and effective governance, providing employees with meaningful opportunities to impact local housing initiatives positively.
