GREATER VILLAGE REGENERATION TRUST

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Community Development Officer

Reporting to: Director

Please note this is a maternity cover post and will end 31/08/2027

Purpose

To develop, promote and deliver on a range of quality initiatives under the theme of Community Sustainability and in particular Physical Regeneration, Environment and Housing across South West Neighbourhood Renewal Area

Delivery

Develop and create programmes to tackle and assist in the area of community sustainability
To work with the Director and other GVRT staff where necessary re service delivery opportunities and providing any necessary reports for funders and other stakeholders
To understand and liaise with the local community to bring in programmes and initiatives which meet identified need
To work with Local Schools , youth cubs , other groups to establish links and deliver on issues
To work with and liaise with Statutory Agencies such as PSNI , NIHE etc. on issues pertaining to the local area such as ASB/ Housing
To apply for funding for programmes
Sit on any forums , boards , and attend any meetings relevant to your post
To encourage use of GVRT Facilities and Programmes by disadvantaged groups
To liaise with Private Developers around potential developments in the area
To liaise with the NIHE on the issue of housing and work with the local community to provide assistance and support
To liaise with Housing Associations on behalf of tenants ref concerns around repairs / housing issues
To liaise with relevant agencies on issues such as dereliction, public realm, environmental improvements, planning, dumping etc.

General Duties

To support GVRT staff and colleagues in carrying out admin duties , including answering phones , photocopying , getting quotations , producing posters , as and when required
To ensure excellent customer service and provide professional , efficient and cheerful surroundings at all times
Ensure that record keeping and paperwork are maintained in line with the organisation and with our insurances and relevant the organisation.

Personal Specification

Qualifications and Attainments

Essential

A degree (or equivalent 3rd level qualification) in a relevant subject.

3 Years’ experience which can be proven relevant to the post.

Desirable

Mental Health Training , Drugs and Alcohol , Housing Advisers Training , Welfare Reform Training , Domestic Violence Training

Experience

Essential

3 Years’ Experience in a relevant post
Clear knowledge of the current issues impacting individuals , families and communities within and area of multiple deprivation
Competent use of Microsoft Office

Desirable

Proven experience in writing reports and budget management

Skills

Essential

Organisational Skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Adaptable and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Disposition

Essential

Ability to work on own initiative
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to work as part of a team

Knowledge and Values

Essential

Commitment to collective working and responsibility
Awareness and understanding of community development issues

Circumstances

Essential

Right to work in the UK
Willing to work flexible hours , including evenings and weekend work
Current clean driving licence and access to transport to meet the requirements of the post.

SUMMARY OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Salary: £30,577.80

Pension: 6% Employer’s Contribution + 2% By Employee

Hours of work: 37 hours per week. Flexi-system in place

Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum, plus public and statutory holidays

Based at: 337 Donegall Road, Belfast, BT12 6FQ

All staff members are required to adhere to GVRT’s organisational policies, procedures, values and principles.

How to Apply

Please download and complete both of the following documents:

Download the GVRT Application Form

Download the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

Completed application forms and equal opportunities monitoring forms should be emailed to sarah.bowden@gvrt.org.

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