Community Development Officer

Organisation: The Crawley Town Community Foundation
Salary: 25,400
Location: Crawley
Contract type: (Full time)
Closing date: 11 July 2025
Job Description: Job Title: Community Development Officer
Department: Community Development
Salary: £25,400 per annum
Location: Broadfield Stadium, Crawley
Contract: Full-Time

About the Role:

As part of the Foundation’s Community Development Department, the Community Development Officer will play a key role in delivering high-quality programmes that engage local residents across a broad demographic. This role supports individuals of all ages and backgrounds in achieving their personal goals through inclusive, well-planned, and effectively delivered sessions.

Key Objectives:

- Engage participants in programme activities and encourage regular attendance.
- Support individuals in achieving personal goals and aspirations.
- Deliver high-quality sessions in line with departmental planning.
- Contribute to the wider community goals of the Foundation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Deliver a variety of community development programmes including Tackling Loneliness, Active Ageing, Social Inclusion, Walking Football, Women’s Recreational Football, Mental Health, and Disability Football.
- Support programme delivery in line with funder/stakeholder Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Contribute to impact monitoring and data collection efforts.
- Assist in developing and implementing future programme plans.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure programmes meet the needs of the community and stakeholders.

Essential Experience and Skills:

- Experience in a community-based role supporting participants aged 8–80+.
- Ability to plan and deliver engaging, impactful sessions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisation and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Willingness to work evenings as required.
- A genuine drive to help people achieve their personal goals.
How to apply: Fill in an application form along with a covering letter at www.ctcommunityfoundation.com/our-vacancies