Grants and Funding Officer

Grants and Funding OfficerMake your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position. Are you passionate about securing resources to create healthier, more active communities? Do you have experience in fundraising, bid writing or grant management? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people across Northamptonshire?  If so, then you might be interested in joining our team as Grants and Funding Officer.   Job Info  Salary: £31,000 pro rata (Band 2)  Hours: 18.5 - 22.5 hours per week (flexible) Contract: Fixed-term (to March 2027)  Location: Delapré Abbey, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW  Closing date: 14th December 2025 About us  Northamptonshire Sport is a leading physical activity, health and wellbeing charity based in Northamptonshire, delivering national initiatives locally. We collaborate with local and national partners to change the system, influencing strategy, policy and approaches, tackling inequalities and supporting communities to change lives through widening participation in physical activity. We also deliver sport participation events, physical activity programmes and wellbeing projects.  About the role  You’ll play a vital role in attracting and securing funding for physical activity and sport across Northamptonshire. Your responsibilities will include identifying local and national funding opportunities, developing persuasive proposals, and providing expert advice to staff, partners, and the wider community. You’ll also deliver targeted training and mentor colleagues to strengthen our collective ability to secure resources. The role is part-time and hours can are flexible to meet the successful candidates work-life balance About you  We’re looking for someone with: Proven experience in grant and funding application processes Excellent written and verbal communication skills A proactive, creative, and solutions-focused approach Strong advocacy and influencing skills A commitment to equal opportunities and community wellbeing If you thrive on making a tangible impact and enjoy working collaboratively, we’d love to hear from you. The closing date for applications is 14th December 2025 Interviews will be held w/c 5th January 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Northamptonshire Sport recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. xsabvtc Applicants who apply under the Disability Confident  scheme are guaranteed an interview if the minimum criteria score is met. If you have a disability that makes it difficult to apply online, don't worry – there are other ways to get your application seen. REF-225 442