Grant Holder Support Officer

Connected Voice is looking for a Grant Holder Support Officer as part of our new partnership project with the National Lottery Community Fund and our fellow local infrastructure organisations in Tyne and Wear and County Durham. You will be a key member of our Support and Development team, strengthening support for the VCSE sector.

Benefits include:
Flexible and hybrid working
• 29 days holiday per annum – plus Bank Holidays and 3 days between
Christmas and New Year
• Pension Scheme – up to 5% employer contribution
• Office base in a modern, eco-friendly building
• BUPA Cash Health Plan
• Credit Union Savings Scheme
• 2 volunteering days per annum
• Corporate Metro Pass Scheme
• Bike to Work Scheme

The role focuses on working with VCSE organisations who have a current Lottery Grant or who wish to apply. You will help them to identify their strengths and areas for development, and support them to work on improving their governance, financial management, policies or processes as required. You will have a collaborative approach, working side by side with organisations. You will be open to learning and adapting your approach as the project develops.

We are looking for a people person with the ability to work well as part of a team, and foster good working relationships. You will have a strong understanding of the needs of the VCSE sector. You will be able to build and maintain positive relationships both internally and externally. You will be self-motivated, well-organised, enjoy a high level of autonomy, and be confident in supporting organisations in their development.

To have an informal chat about the role, please contact Lisa Goodwin, Chief Executive, via our Office Manager Judith.temple@connectedvoice.org.uk

You can download an application pack from www.connectedvoice.org.uk CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date for receipt of application forms is 5pm on the 26 October 2026.

Interviews will be held in person on 5 November 2026.

Connected Voice is an equal opportunities employer

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