Job Description

Job details

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Job reference
REQ04974
Date posted
12/01/2026
Application closing date
30/01/2026
Location
Port Talbot Civic Centre
Salary
37,280 - 40,777 per annum
Package
Generous holiday entitlement, Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme with 22.4% employer contributions, discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure and excellent development opportunities.
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Education and Schools

Project Development & Funding Officer

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Job description
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team as a Project Development & Funding Officer. The PDFU (Project Development & Funding Unit) is renowned for its ability to draw in funding from external sources and has shown, repeatedly, to have an outstanding performance in delivering all manner of projects, from inception to completion. The Unit has an excellent track record in helping to make the County a better place to live, relax and work by developing amenities for sport, culture, recreation, education, the environment and general well-being. Team members have a 'Can Do' attitude and a creative approach to meeting challenges head-on, delivering projects under a wide range of unique scenarios. The work is exciting, multi-faceted, often technical and demanding.



As a Project Development & Funding Officer, you will work with a wide range of client groups in making grant acquisitions and assisting them with complex issues which might include legislation, procurement, Standards, governance, and technical expertise, etc. You will be asked to assist with setting up and managing a range of Renewable Energy Community Benefit Funds. Part of the role will require sound project management skills and a need to prioritise and work under your own initiative.



Your daily routine will include:-


Making Grant Applications to a wide range of Funders. Assisting with the smooth governance of the Community Benefit Funds the Unit has been charged with. When called upon, to project manage initiatives that are being developed for the Third Sector and the County Council. Research and adding to the knowledge base of the Unit by exploring new funding streams and new clients. Working with partner Organisations across the Council and the Voluntary Sector. As experience grows, to expand portfolio to assist other Directorates, Corporate policies and the Council's objectives and principles.

Do you have?


A willingness to learn Experience in seeking out funding A project management background Experience of working with partners at strategic, operational and community level Ability to work under pressure, to be resilient and to meet priorities and deadlines Good negotiating skills A knowledge of the Third Sector Knowledge of the County Borough

Full training will be provided in the role but a Project Management qualification (Prince 2 or equivalent) would be advantageous.



We would welcome those with experience in the following roles:


Bid Writer Project Manager Researcher Community Development Worker Engagement Officer A role in sport, the Arts, Culture & Heritage.

We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues' efforts and achievements. We also believe that there's life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.



Choose to work for us and you'll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.


Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years' service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too) Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.

If you would like to start a rewarding career with a company that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you.



For an informal discussion, please contact Paul Hinder on



Phone: 01639 763390 or



Email: p.hinder@npt.gov.uk



Your workstyle will be a mobile hybrid worker in this role which gives you the flexibility to work from home and from a variety of Council workplaces.



This post is subject to a basic DBS disclosure.



Welsh Language skills are not required.



Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools/employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people/vulnerable adults and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.



The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.



Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.



We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans. In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Please note that applicants must meet all the essential criteria, as shown in the person specification, to qualify for a guaranteed interview. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.



At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot.



We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees.



We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.