At a Glance
- Tasks: Support community development programmes and organise engaging events.
- Company: Join Belfast City Council, a leading local authority in Northern Ireland.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive pay, and a chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Temporary contract with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team dedicated to improving lives and promoting inclusion.
- Qualifications: Experience in community development and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 14.35 - 14.35 £ per hour.
- Overview
- Assistant Community Development Officer (Social Care Qualified) – Belfast City Council
- Pay Rate: £14.35 per hour
Responsibilities
- Supporting the planning, organisation and delivery of community development programmes and activities.
- Working closely with community groups, volunteers and local organisations to build capacity and strengthen local communities.
- Assisting with community events, festivals, seasonal programmes and play schemes.
- Providing administrative support, preparing reports and maintaining accurate records.
- Supporting community groups to identify funding opportunities and assisting with funding applications and reporting.
- Building strong partnerships with statutory, voluntary and community organisations.
- Promoting equality, good relations, safeguarding and best practice across all aspects of service delivery.
- Helping to ensure community centres provide welcoming, safe and inclusive environments.
Requirements
- At least one year’s experience organising and delivering community development programmes.
- At least one year’s experience supporting and supervising volunteers.
- A recognised Social Care or Community Work qualification (or equivalent).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
- Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and standard office systems.
- The ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
- A flexible and proactive approach to meeting the needs of the service.
Candidates with additional experience and relevant qualifications in Youth & Community Work, Playwork or Community Development may be shortlisted.
Why Join Belfast City Council?
This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within one of Northern Ireland's leading local authorities while making a real impact on local communities.
You'll work as part of a supportive team dedicated to improving lives, promoting inclusion and delivering high-quality community services.
- Additional Information
- Contract: Temporary (12 weeks)
- Hours: 37 hours per week (flexibility required to meet operational needs, including occasional evenings or weekends where required)
- Enhanced Access NI clearance is required.
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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