Senior Capacity Building Development Officer (Spaces of Hope)
Posted 3 days 15 hours ago by Action Together
We are seeking an experienced, values-driven development professional to lead Bury VCFA's Spaces of Hope work, focusing on community assets, wealth building, and the social economy. This senior role will champion community-led development, helping residents and partners grow local assets and opportunities that create lasting social value. You will support the creation of "spaces of hope" where communities have the power and resources to shape their futures.
Working within Bury VCFA's Capacity Building offer, you will strengthen local social infrastructure, including community organisations, shared spaces and networks. You will embed community wealth building principles to retain resources locally and build resilience and equity. The role also supports neighbourhood approaches, including Community Connector networks, ensuring community voice and lived experience shape decisions, services and system change.
Key information- Employer: Bury VCFA
- Locations: Bury
- Role Type: Fixed term
- Working Hours: Full-Time
- Closing Date: Sunday 12th July 2026 at 12:00pm
- Anticipated Interviews Week Commencing: Monday, July 20, 2026 - 12:00
- Employee Benefits: 5% Pension Contribution22 Days annual leave + 3 concessionary days + bank holidays
- Working Pattern Details: Hybrid (Home / Office / Community)
Occasional evening or weekend work - Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes