Charity Development Officer

GVS; Llantwit Major; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

GVS in Wales seeks a Part-time FoodShare Development Officer to help transition FoodShare into an independent charity.

You will work with the FoodShare lead to develop governance, registration, policies, HR, finance, risk and compliance frameworks, and to establish a 3–5 year business plan including funding strategy and financial projections.

The role involves working closely with local communities and partners to ensure local needs are met and strong relationships are built.

Responsibilities

• Develop governance and charitable registration for FoodShare.
• Establish policies, systems and trustee arrangements.
• Build HR, finance, risk and compliance frameworks.
• Produce a three-to-five-year business plan, funding strategy and financial projections.
• Work with local communities and partners to meet local needs and build relationships.

Job description

Work with us - GVS is looking for a new FoodShare Development Officer

Hours: Part time - 21 hours, (2 year fixed term contract)

Closing Date for Applications: 12 noon 30/10/2026

Interview Date: WC 16/11/2026

This established project needs support to transition to being an independent charity.

The successful candidate will work in conjunction with the FoodShare lead to develop its purpose, governance and charitable registration, and establish the policies, systems and trustee arrangements needed for success.

The role also involves building its HR, finance, risk and compliance frameworks and producing a three-to-five-year business plan, funding strategy and financial projections.

We are looking for an organised, collaborative and experienced professional who can turn plans into practical action.

Working closely with local communities and voluntary and statutory partners, the postholder will ensure FoodShare meets local needs and builds strong relationships.