Rotherham, Yorkshire
CISWO – The Coal Mining Charity
Office based at Whiston, Rotherham or Pontypridd, South Wales with travel as required.
Job Title: Grants Officer
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Salary: £31,500 per annum, 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, generous pension, Westfield Health, free onsite parking plus other benefits
Exciting Opportunity: Become a Grants Officer at CISWO!
Are you passionate about making a difference in communities? Do you excel at writing compelling funding bids and developing fundable projects? Do you thrive working in partnership with diverse communities and stakeholders? We are looking for an experienced Grants Officer to join our team.
About Us
CISWO improves lives impacted by the coal mining industry through support, resources, and the protection of recreational land.
CISWO will be here for the long term, supporting individuals and communities facing disadvantage due to the impact of the coal mining industry.
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Why Work for CISWO?
Earn £31,500 annually, enjoy 29 days leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension, Westfield Health membership (including subsidised gym membership) , free onsite parking, and many more benefits including subsidised gym membership. Join us and make a difference to your life and the lives of others!
So, what might a typical week in the life of a Grants Officer look like?
Sitting within the Community Welfare Service team, this role reports directly to the Business Development Director. The Grants Officer works closely with our regional Development Managers supporting the sustainability of charitable activity at the heart of former coal mining communities. This is a small, dedicated team, where collaboration is key to achieving goals.
As Grants Officer you will get involved in meaningful work that offers opportunities for learning and growth while making a tangible difference.
This role primarily focuses on raising funds through making grant applications, whilst supporting the wider development team to respond to the flexible needs of the communities we serve.
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The Role
We are looking for someone who is passionate about creating meaningful change through effective fundraising. As a Grants Officer, you will play a crucial role in securing funding that supports vital projects in mining communities. This position is perfect for someone with a knack for writing persuasive funding applications and a talent for building strong relationships with stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
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