Job Description

Job Reference
014698
Function
Housing and Neighbourhoods
Salary
33,699 to 37,105 pa - pro rata for hours worked
Status
Full Time
Job Type
Permanent
Hours Of Work
37

Community Development Project Officer

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JOB TITLE Community Development Projects Officer


POST NUMBER 014698


WEEKLY WORKING HOURS 37


SALARY RANGE 33,699 to 37,105 pa - pro rata for hours worked


TYPE OF CONTRACT Permanent


LOCATION Stevenage/Hybrid




ABOUT THE ROLE




Are you passionate about making a difference in communities? Do you have a talent for managing projects and building strong relationships? We're looking for a dynamic and motivated Projects Officer to join our Community Development team and help deliver strategic initiatives that support vibrant, inclusive neighbourhoods.




As a Projects Officer, you will play a key role in delivering strategic projects aligned with our Community Development service. You'll work across departments and with external partners to:


Deliver complex community-focused projects Support programme management and maintain key documentation Draft reports and presentations for senior leadership Ensure effective communication with internal and external stakeholders Monitor project quality and evaluate outcomes



This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in local communities. You'll be part of a supportive team, working collaboratively on innovative projects that make a real difference and achieve impactful outcomes.





ABOUT YOU


The successful candidate will have


A good standard of education including English and Maths (GCSE grade 4 or equivalent) Project management qualification or equivalent experience Strong community engagement and project delivery skills High-level IT proficiency (Microsoft Office and databases) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience working in public sector or unionised environments is desirable Ability to travel to other locations and attend occasional evening/weekend meetings



OUR BENEFITS


Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements. Part time and Job share opportunities - all our full-time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave. 25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service) An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues Season ticket loans and discounts for public transport Cycle to Work scheme Stevenage Credit Union: secure savings, free life insurance and access to cheap loans. Employee Discounts: via monthly paid membership of the Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) Discounted Health and Fitness membership Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union.


HOW TO APPLY





For an informal discussion about this role please contact


Name Jane Konopka


Job Title Head of Community Development


Phone Number 07810 154849


Email jane.konopka@stevenage.gov.uk





Closing date for receipt of applications: 12th October 2025


Interviews will be held week commencing: 20th October 2025




Please note that if we receive a large volume of applications for this role, we reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the published closing date




Stevenage Borough Council (SBC) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and recruitment candidates to share this commitment. SBC shall take all reasonable steps to employ staff who are safe to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults. For posts identified with regular contact with these groups applicants will be required to undertake a Value Based Interview. The council supports the legislative requirements for employing and maintaining safer staff and the guidance specified by Hertfordshire Safeguarding Adults Board




Stevenage Borough Council is committed to Equal Opportunities for All.

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