Community Project Coordinator

**SALARY: £28, 158 per annum**

**HOURS: 37 hours per week**

**CONTRACT TYPE: Full time**

**OPERATIONAL AREA: West Midlands**

**LOCATION: Tipton base, with regular travel around region when required**

**ROLE DESCRIPTION**:Community Project Coordinator (CSR) JD Feb25**

**FEB25C001**

**Join Groundwork West Midlands - Make a Difference in Communities**

At **Groundwork West Midlands**, we are a charity committed to transforming lives in communities facing poverty and disadvantage. Our mission is to build capacity and resilience, empowering people to overcome hardship and create healthier, happier, and more prosperous futures.

We are excited to offer an incredible opportunity for an individual who is passionate about community work and the power of transforming spaces. This is a chance to grow your experience, connect with diverse groups, and help make a lasting impact in the heart of local communities.

**The Role**

We are seeking a motivated, proactive, and positive individual to lead our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programmes. This role offers the perfect blend of project delivery and community engagement, requiring both practical and people skills. You’ll work closely with our corporate volunteers to ensure they have a meaningful experience while helping to create lasting change in local communities.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Organise & Plan**: Use your practical expertise to plan and deliver outdoor events that transform community spaces, making a real difference for local people.
- **Collaborate**: Work alongside our corporate partners to execute high-quality projects at various community sites such as schools, nature reserves, care homes, and more.
- **Engage & Support**: Build strong relationships with corporate partners and stakeholders, ensuring projects run smoothly and volunteers gain the most from their experience.
- **Attention to Detail**: Demonstrate strong organisational skills by coordinating, delivering, and evaluating projects with precision and care.
- **Community Impact**: Contribute to the wider portfolio of community projects at Groundwork West Midlands, ensuring that each project meets the needs of the community.

**What We Are Looking For**:

- A positive and enthusiastic individual who thrives in a community-based environment.
- Practical skills to manage and deliver projects from concept to completion.
- Strong interpersonal skills to engage and support corporate volunteers.
- Ability to work flexibly and learn new skills as you take on new challenges.
- A commitment to improving local spaces and supporting community resilience.

A **full driving licence is essential** **and access to own vehicle** for the role which entails travel to various sites around the region.

**Why Join Us?**

At Groundwork West Midlands, you’ll have the chance to work with a dedicated team that shares your passion for making a difference. You’ll gain valuable experience, build your professional network, and help create real change in communities that need it the most. This is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to help shape the future of our local communities and contribute to a truly worthwhile cause.

We pride ourselves in being a family friendly organisation and offer a competitive salary, flexible working hours, a health cash plan scheme, a workplace pension and free refreshments. We are committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce.

**Closing date: 14th March 2025**

**_ An Enhanced DBS check will be carried out for this post._**

**Job Reference: FEB25C001