This role sits within our Capacity Building Team; the team that drives Bury VCFA’s mission to strengthen and champion the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector. Together, we help local groups grow in confidence and capability, build their long-term sustainability, and ultimately create a thriving VCSE landscape that improves people's lives across Bury.
As a borough-wide role, every day brings something different. You might be working one-to-one with a community group to provide tailored advice and guidance, delivering an inspiring training session, or helping our networks and forums connect and collaborate. You’ll also represent the sector at meetings and events, giving VCSE organisations a strong and trusted voice in local conversations. It’s a varied, people-focused role where your support will make a tangible difference to community organisations across Bury.
1. Provide High‑Quality Advice and Organisational Support
- Deliver tailored information, advice and guidance to VCSE groups of all sizes – from emerging mutual aid groups to established charities and social enterprises.
- This includes supporting organisations with:
- Start-up guidance and governance development
- Business planning and organisational growth
- Policies, procedures and compliance
- Income generation, including fundraising, bid writing, enterprise development and tenders
- Demonstrating impact, including outcomes measurement and social value
- Building networks and collaborating effectively with partners
2. Develop and Deliver Training and Learning Resources
Design and deliver high‑quality training sessions, workshops and learning
- opportunities based on sector needs.
- Create accessible resources, factsheets and tools to support organisational development.
- Work closely with colleagues to share relevant opportunities, events and sector updates.
3. Strengthen Community Engagement and Partnerships
- Build trusted and positive relationships with VCSE organisations, statutory bodies, commissioners and funders.
- Develop and support networks and forums to enable groups to connect with each other and access local partnerships, including those linked to the Bury Neighbourhood Model.
- Facilitate and contribute to other forums, events, focus groups and co-production activities across Bury.
4. Support Promotion, Communications and Sector Voice
- Monitor, capture and report on outcomes to support organisational learning, evaluation and communications.
- Maintain accurate records and keep organisational databases up to date.
- Work collaboratively with the organisation's communications staff to:
- Align activities with awareness weeks and sector campaigns
- Produce engaging case studies showcasing the impact of the VCSE sector
- Create clear, accessible updates, articles and reports for the Bury VCSE community
5. Champion Inclusive, Relationship‑Based Working
- Build strong, respectful and culturally sensitive relationships with a wide range of people and groups.
- Use problem‑solving skills, active listening and professional curiosity to support organisations effectively, offering challenge where appropriate.
- Work collaboratively as part of a committed team, contributing to a shared ambition to strengthen the VCSE sector and improve the quality of life for people across Bury.
Pay: £25,570.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bury BL9 0LD
