Community Development Officer

Community Development Officer

Office is based in Eastwood. However, you will be expected to travel.

Salary £28,000 (pro rata), 16 hours per week.

Organisation: Our small but ambitious charity is led by the needs of those we support. We are passionate and unapologetic in our approach to prevent, reduce, and end domestic abuse through awareness raising and, in the support, and empowerment of women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse.

Job Purpose: To develop, maintain and nurture partnerships and local businesses to raise awareness of domestic abuse and its impact. You will proactively source opportunities to engage in abuse awareness raising, deliver training and presentations to increase the partnership portfolio of organisational. Work in partnership to source appropriate support and development opportunities for beneficiaries.

To work as part of the Development Team to increase understanding of the tactics of abusers and expand opportunities for BWP, and for survivors of abuse.

Key Duties:

1. Lead on engaging partners in campaigns, events and awareness raising.

2. Design and deliver presentations and training to raise awareness of DA, wellbeing, and Safeguarding strategies, and provide support with enhancing external policies/procedures.

3. Develop positive working relationships with relevant external partner agencies, support services, and signpost/refer service users where required/appropriate.

4. Represent BWP at community partnership and development meetings.

5. Consult with stakeholders to continually shape our services.

6. Source partners where appropriate/necessary to support survivors.

7. Review progress, capture data, and write reports - update records and ensure accuracy and accountability – maintaining GDPR practices throughout.

8. Contribute to funding bids and monitoring reports as required.

9. Comply with BWP’s policies and procedures.

10. Commit to supervision, appraisal, and ongoing CPD.

11. Comply with Health and Safety requirements.

12. Undertake other duties as required, commensurate with the level of the post.

Technical/Specialist Skills - Essential (E) /Desirable (D)

Knowledge:

Understanding of domestic abuse and its impact - E

Knowledge of relevant partner agencies - D

Experience of influencing and working with partners - E

Anti-discriminatory practice within a support service and partnership engagement - D

Professional boundaries and practices - D

Knowledge of Safeguarding requirements and Wellbeing practice -E

Aims, objectives and values of BWP - D

Skills:

Confident, effective communication skills with the ability to adapt style to differing situations and audiences - E

Able to quickly build rapport with potential partners - E

Excellent interpersonal listening skills - E

Project planning/management - D

Training and presentation skills - E

Organised, resilient creative thinker - E

Ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment and adapt to shifting priorities -E

Promoting services through Social Media channels expertise - D

Adept in using IT systems including Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Zoom, database management systems, and email -E

Experience:

At least 1 years’ experience in partnership development -E

Project planning, coordination, and delivery of concurrent community-based services -D

Achievement of good service outcomes for self and others - E

Experience of delivering presentations to professionals -E

Delivering training, learning, or creative sessions -D

Collaborative working, including building and maintaining purposeful partnerships/networks - D

Experience working with vulnerable women in paid or voluntary work - E

Personal Attributes/Values:

Commitment to establishing and maintaining good professional relationships - E

Strong drive for excellence and achieving outcomes - E

A resilient and creative thinker - D

Values honest and transparent communication -E

Confident, articulate, tactful, and empathetic in their treatment of others -E

Maintains confidentiality - E

Uses initiative and has a ‘can do’ positive attitude - E

Anti-discriminatory attitudes and respect for others -E

Qualifications:

GCSE in English or equivalent - E

Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car - business insurance required - E

Why work for us?

BWP offers flexibility, TOIL and a hybrid work schedule combining office and home working. You will have access to wellbeing support through the Employee Assistance Programme for a range of support situations, not just work, and access to coaching if required. 4% Pension Contribution.

You will be able to make a significant and long-term impact on the lives of survivors of domestic abuse.

If you have the skills, experience, and desire to use your talents, then please apply at www.broxtowewomensproject.org.uk/vacancies - CVs will not be considered.

Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd November 2026 9:00am.

Interview Date: Tuesday 10th November– please ensure that you are available to attend on this date before applying.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £28,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person