Heritage Project Officer

Sir Oswald Stoll Foundation; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in London seeks an individual to oversee a heritage project aimed at engaging veterans and the local community. The role involves day-to-day management of the project, facilitating workshops and events, and may require occasional travel to various sites within London. Candidates with a passion for community engagement are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day delivery of a 2.5-year heritage project.
• Engage residents through workshops and events and build lasting ties with the local community.

Job description

Overview

Location – Based at Sir Oswald Stoll Mansions, 446 Fulham Road, London SW6 1DT, with occasional travel to other Stoll Foundation sites, London-based museums and national archives.

Veterans’ Voices: 100 Years of Housing Heroes – The Heritage Project is a direct response to the sale of our main site, the historic Sir Oswald Stoll Mansions, which will be handed over to our neighbours Chelsea FC in 2027. The project is supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and aims to explore the rich history of The Stoll Foundation while engaging residents through workshops and events and building lasting ties with the local community.

The Stoll Foundation is the leading provider of housing and support services to vulnerable veterans, founded in 1916 by theatre impresario Sir Oswald Stoll to house severely disabled WWI veterans. The Stoll Foundation has provided a sanctuary to help veterans rebuild their lives for over one hundred years.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day delivery of a 2.5-year heritage project.
• Engage residents through workshops and events and build lasting ties with the local community.

Location details and travel requirements: Based at Sir Oswald Stoll Mansions, with occasional travel to other Stoll Foundation sites, London-based museums and national archives.