Grants and Project Development Manager

Somerset Wildlife Trust; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Grants and Project Development Manager to spearhead income generation through high-value grants. This pivotal role involves crafting compelling funding bids and collaborating with teams to align projects with strategic goals. The successful candidate will manage a Grants Officer and play a key role in enhancing the Trust's funding landscape. With a focus on innovative projects, this position offers the chance to make a tangible impact on conservation efforts. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive difference to nature and communities while enjoying flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Flexible Working

Wellbeing Support

Diversity Networks

Professional Development

33 Days Holiday

Social Events

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and coordinating grant applications.
• Strong understanding of funding strategies and income generation.

Responsibilities

• Achieve high-value grant income targets and manage applications.
• Develop budgets for projects and maintain funding oversight.
• Research and build relationships with potential funders.

Skills

Income Generation

Grant Writing

Project Development

Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Grants and Project Development Manager

Closing date: Sunday 11 May 2025
Salary: Band Level 3 £34,000 - £39,000
Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time
Location: Taunton, Somerset
Hybrid working available; the Trust will consider 4 days per week.

The Grants and Project Development Manager plays a vital role in delivering both our core work and innovative projects. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising and managing the Trusts Officer, this role is central to our income strategy—securing high-value grants.

This exciting role involves developing, writing, and coordinating compelling funding bids, working closely with teams across the organization to shape fundable, impactful projects aligned with our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Income Generation:
   • Achieve annual high-value grant income targets (£25,000+).
   • Develop and coordinate high-quality grant applications, ensuring deadlines and roles are clear.
   • Plan funding needs strategically with the fundraising team.
   • Identify and communicate match funding needs early.
   • Record all applications on the Trust database.
   • Support business-as-usual income generation through grant applications.
   • Line manage the Grants Officer.
2. Project Development:
   • Support cross-organizational bids and project concepts.
   • Develop detailed budgets for projects and funding applications.
   • Assess and report on project funding milestones and pipelines.
   • Maintain an overview of current and planned project funding.
   • Create strategic, cross-income stream funding plans.
3. Relationship Development:
   • Research and identify new grant opportunities.
   • Develop and maintain relationships with funders, in coordination with the Grants Officer.
   • Stay informed about UK conservation funding trends and innovations.

We offer benefits including life assurance, flexible working, wellbeing support, diversity networks, professional development, 33 days holiday, and social events.

Join us to make a positive difference to nature, communities, and the climate.