CRF Project Officer
37 hours per week
Fixed term until 31/03/2028
This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working based on service need
About the Role
We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Project Officer to join our Partnerships & Support Services team, supporting the delivery of the Crisis Resilience Fund (CRF). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects that strengthen community resilience, improve access to support services, and enhance outcomes for residents.
In this role, you will coordinate and deliver a range of project activities, from awareness-raising initiatives to consultation events, while ensuring strong governance, consistent monitoring, and effective stakeholder engagement. You will work collaboratively across Council services, voluntary and community organisations, and partner agencies to drive meaningful and sustainable change.
What You’ll Need
We’re looking for someone who:
- Practical experience in a relevant project or business support environment.
- Strong working knowledge of project processes, systems and databases.
- Ability to communicate clearly with both professionals and non-specialists.
- Strong ICT skills, including MS Office and database use.
- Effective planning and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience prioritising workloads and meeting deadlines.
- Ability to manage confidential information appropriately and in line with GDPR.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
Experience with government grants is helpful but not essential.
What You’ll Get
When you join Team IWC, you’ll enjoy a range of staff benefits as outlined below.
If you’d like to know more or have a chat about the role, please contact Laura Hales at laura.hales@iow.gov.uk or phone 01983 821000 ext 6260
Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:
- Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
- Local Government pension scheme
- Discounted Solent ferry travel
- Island bus network discount
- Cycle to work scheme
- Staff parking permit scheme
- Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
- National and local discounts & benefits schemes
- Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
- Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
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