Community Projects

6 days ago

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom East of England Co-op Full time £30,000 - £35,000 per year

Job Title:
Community Projects & Governance Co-ordinator

Location:
Wherstead Park, Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary:
£30,000 – £35,000 per annum

Hours:
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract Type:
Permanent, Hybrid working (minimum three days per week in the office)

Reporting to:
Secretariat Officer

Team:
Secretariat /Community

About the Role:

Are you an organised, proactive professional who thrives in a role that blends governance with community impact? We're looking for a
Community Projects & Governance Co-ordinator
to join our Secretariat Team at East of England Co-op.

This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of our Society's governance, community programmes, and charitable initiatives – ensuring our operations remain compliant while strengthening our connection with local communities.

Based at our Wherstead Park head office (with hybrid working available), you'll play a key role in maintaining strong governance standards while coordinating projects that reflect our Co-op values and make a real difference.

If you're detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about community-led impact, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Provide administrative support for governance, community projects, and Secretariat functions.
  • Assist with corporate compliance duties, ensuring timely and accurate filings, documentation, and reporting.
  • Support our Community Programmes through scheduling, coordination, and data management.
  • Vet charity partners to ensure alignment with our Co-op's purpose and values.
  • Use workflow tools to track progress and improve the efficiency of programme delivery.
  • Prepare reports, maintain accurate records, and contribute to operational planning.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and data protection requirements.
  • Support the organisation of Board and community-related events and activities.

What You'll Need:

  • Proven experience in administration, ideally in a compliance, governance, or community-focused environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with confidence liaising across departments.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills, with a methodical approach to work.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines.
  • Analytical mindset with experience tracking outcomes or supporting reporting.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
  • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a commitment to confidentiality and accuracy.

Desirable:

  • Experience supporting governance or regulatory processes.
  • Understanding of the charitable or community sector.
  • Familiarity with DocuSign, Doodle Poll, or workflow automation tools.

Why Join Us?

At East of England Co-op, we believe in making a difference — for our colleagues, members, and communities.

As our
Community Projects & Governance Co-ordinator
, you'll support initiatives that bring our values to life while ensuring our business operates with integrity and purpose.

You'll be joining a supportive team at our award-winning Wherstead Park offices, with flexible hybrid working, opportunities to grow, and the chance to see the impact of your work across our region.

Apply now and help us shape a community-focused, values-led future.

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