Funding Projects Officer

Funding Projects Officer 📍 Walsall (Hybrid – 2 days office / 3 days home) 🕒 6-month contract 💷 £21.65 PAYE / £29.06 Umbrella ⏱ 37 hours per week (Mon–Fri) 🚀 Start: ASAP We’re working with a well-established public sector organisation to recruit an experienced Funding Projects Officer to support the delivery of high-impact, externally funded programmes focused on community and economic development. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in fundraising, bid writing, and project delivery, who enjoys working collaboratively with partners across the voluntary, community, and public sectors. The Role You’ll play a key role in supporting the design, development, and delivery of funded projects, including involvement in a high-profile crowdfunding programme. This is a varied position combining funding research, bid development, stakeholder engagement, and programme support. Key responsibilities include: * Researching and identifying external funding opportunities * Supporting the development and submission of high-quality funding bids * Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, partners, and community organisations * Delivering workshops, presentations, and advisory support * Supporting marketing and communications activity, including social media and publicity * Monitoring project progress, maintaining records, and reporting outcomes * Contributing to partnership development across sectors to maximise funding opportunities About You We’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll ideally have: * Proven experience in fundraising, bid writing, or securing external funding * Strong understanding of the VCSE (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise) sector * Experience in project or programme delivery * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal * Confidence delivering presentations, workshops, or stakeholder engagement activity * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines * Good digital skills, including social media and online communications Desirable: * Experience working within local government or public sector environments * Knowledge of crowdfunding or community funding initiatives * Relevant project or fundraising qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, IOF) What’s on Offer * Flexible hybrid working (3 days from home) * Opportunity to work on meaningful, community-focused projects * Supportive and collaborative team environment * Immediate start available If you’re a proactive funding professional looking to make an impact on community-driven projects, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for more information