Job Description

Community Connector Online Directory Officer (Furness for You)

Salary - 27,507 FTE

Part-Time - 25 hours per week

Fixed Term until June 2026

Base - Ulverston or Kendal. Flexible working, in terms of both location and hours of work.

There may be occasions when office working will be required at other offices including Carlisle, Kendal or Ulverston.

Are you passionate about connecting people and communities? Do you have an eye for detail, great communication skills, and an interest in promoting local services?
Cumbria CVS is seeking a proactive Community Connector - Online Directory Officer to lead on the development and promotion of the Furness for You website -- a central resource showcasing services, activities, and opportunities across the Furness area.
In this dynamic and outward-facing role, you'll be the main contact for the Furness for You website, working closely with local organisations, statutory services, and community groups. You'll gather and manage content, keep information up to date, and actively promote the site as a tool for connection, wellbeing, and inclusion.

Key responsibilities:

Build and maintain relationships with VCFSE organisations, statutory services, and local partners.

Manage content on the Furness for You WordPress website, ensuring it is accurate, engaging, and useful.

Promote the website via social media, local networks, and in-person events.

Act as a connector between Cumbria CVS and local communities, signposting opportunities and sharing insights.

Support the visibility and voice of the third sector in Furness.

Work with partners, developers, and internal teams to keep the project running smoothly.

Click here to view the job description/person specification

You will have:

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Confidence using digital platforms, particularly website content management (WordPress experience desirable).

Experience of working with community groups, charities or public sector services.

A collaborative, organised and proactive approach.

Knowledge of the Furness area and its communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing local resource that helps people find and connect with what's happening in their communities.

Information sessions

Two online information sessions sessions are being held for you to learn about becoming a Community Co-Researcher. Find out what the role involves, how you'll be supported, and the difference your involvement can make. Everyone is welcome; and the best bit no research experience needed!

14th August, 11am - 12pm 19th August, 6 - 7pm
For more information and to book your place please visit out website.

Download the job specification and person specification from our website.

To arrange an informal conversation about the role, please email: hr@cumbriacvs.org.uk.

How to apply

Please apply by submitting your CV and supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4 stating your reason for applying for the post and how your skills, knowledge and experience specifically match the job description and person specification for this role. We value life skills and un-paid work, so please include reference to these if relevant, as well as accounting for any gaps in your employment or education history.

Applicants must also complete and return the separate Declaration Form, which can be downloaded from our website.

We would also be grateful if you would complete and return our Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form, which can also be found on our website.

Please email your CV, supporting statement, completed Declaration and Equality & Diversity monitoring forms to: hr@cumbriacvs.org.uk by the closing date.

Receipt of your application will be acknowledged, and all applicants will be notified of the outcome of the shortlisting whether selected for interview or not. Applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. References will only be taken up for the successful applicant.

Cumbria CVS strives to be an equal opportunities employer. Disabled applicants and veterans who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed.

Closing date for applications is Monday 1 September 2025

Interviews will be held via MS Teams on 11 or 12 September 2025

Registered Charity No: 1119671 Company Limited by Guarantee No: 06178269

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: 27,507.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Sick pay
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ulverston LA12 7LQ