LGBTQIA Heritage Support Officer

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A charity organization in Belfast is seeking a Heritage Project Support Officer to assist in collecting and archiving LGBTQIA stories and experiences. You will support event planning and community engagement, helping preserve LGBTQIA history. The role requires strong communication skills and a passion for equality and inclusion. The position is temporary, with up to 25 hours per week and competitive pay rates based on age.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with time management.
• Interest in equality, inclusion, and social change.
• Good IT skills and willingness to learn new tools.
• Team player able to collaborate effectively.
• Attention to detail when handling documents.
• Commitment to inclusive attitudes and values.
• Willingness to learn and undertake training.
• Familiarity with digital archiving or content creation.
• Confidence in engaging with community members.
• Awareness of LGBTQIA history in Northern Ireland.
• Experience with supporting events or workshops.
• Ability to use or learn creative tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering and cataloguing heritage materials.
• Support the planning and delivery of heritage events.
• Help manage and update digital archives.
• Collect lived experiences reflecting community diversity.
• Support creative projects like a heritage podcast.
• Provide administrative support for documentation.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication

Strong organisational skills

Interest in history and storytelling

Good IT skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Respectful and inclusive attitude

Willingness to learn

Familiarity with digital archiving

Confidence in engaging with community

Awareness of LGBTQIA history

Experience supporting events

Creative tool usage

Social media storytelling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Adobe Express

Podcast editing software

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: HERE NIAn entry-level role supporting HERe NI’s LGBTQIA Heritage Project, helping to collect, record, and share the stories and experiences of LGBTQIA people in Northern Ireland. The postholder will assist with research, digital archiving, event organisation, and community engagement activities that preserve and celebrate LGBTQIA history.The Heritage Project Support Officer will work closely with HERe NI staff, volunteers, and community members to support the delivery of heritage activities linked to the organisation’s growing archive and storytelling work. This role will provide valuable experience in research, project coordination, and cultural engagement within an equality-focused charity.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering, recording, and cataloguing heritage materials (stories, photographs, documents, and oral histories).
• Support the planning and delivery of heritage events and workshops, including online and in-person activities.
• Help manage and update digital archives, heritage social media content, and project files.
• Work alongside volunteers, staff and community members to collect lived experiences that reflect the diversity of LGBTQIA women in Northern Ireland.
• Support the delivery of creative projects such as the LGBTQIA Heritage Podcast, exhibitions, and Pride Week events.
• Provide administrative support to ensure accurate documentation and reporting of project activity.

Skills and Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with a wide range of people.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage time, keep accurate records, and meet agreed deadlines.
• Interest in history, storytelling, or heritage, particularly relating to equality, inclusion, and social change.
• Good IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and a willingness to learn new digital tools.
• Team player who can work collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers, and community participants.
• Attention to detail when handling archives, documents, or digital materials.
• Respectful, inclusive, and non-judgemental attitude, demonstrating commitment to HERe NI’s values and the LGBTQIA community.
• Willingness to learn and develop, including undertaking relevant training and mentoring as part of the placement.
• Familiarity with digital archiving, oral history recording, or content creation (audio, video, or photography).
• Confidence in engaging with community members to collect and document lived experiences.
• Awareness of LGBTQIA history or equality issues in Northern Ireland.
• Experience supporting events, exhibitions, or workshops.
• Ability to use or learn creative tools such as Canva, Adobe Express, or podcast editing software.
• Experience or interest in social media storytelling to promote heritage work.

Further Information

The Employer is: HERE NI.JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information.Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH.If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1740295 Job Sector Charity and Voluntary,Secretarial and Administration Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 16/10/2025 Closing date 26/11/2025 Worktime To be confirmed with employer.

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 06 Nov 2025

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025