Parish Grants Officer

Diocese of Westminster; England; On-site; GBP 33,750 - 41,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme (5% employer contribution)

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Vouchers for eye tests

Job summary

A prominent diocesan organization in London is seeking a Parish Grants Officer to manage the National Lottery Awards for All grant programme. This role involves guiding parishes through the application process to secure funding for community projects and requires strong fundraising and bid-writing skills. The ideal candidate will be organized and proficient in Microsoft Office, with a passion for community support. Benefits include generous leave and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Strong competency in fundraising.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency in writing bids and reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage the National Lottery Awards for All grant programme.
• Guide parishes through the application process.
• Build a pipeline of prospective grant applicants.

Skills

Fundraising competency

Organisational skills

Bid-writing skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Parish Grants Officer – Diocese of Westminster

Location: London, SW1P

Salary: £37,500 per annum

The Benefits

• 23 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension scheme for eligible employees – 5% paid by the employer
• Salary exchange (salary sacrifice) for pension
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Vouchers for free eye tests and £50 towards the cost of glasses
• Reward Gateway scheme offering discounts on a wide range of products and services

The Role

• Lead and manage the National Lottery Awards for All grant programme across the Diocese.
• Guide parishes through the full application process, helping them secure up to £20,000 for projects that strengthen community life.
• Ensure parishes are fully supported from first enquiry to successful submission, empowering them to deliver initiatives that bring people together and support those most affected by the cost‑of‑living crisis.
• Work closely with parishes, priests, and key stakeholders, providing support with bid writing, promoting funding opportunities, and proactively building a strong pipeline of prospective applicants.
• Support grant‑fundraising capacity across the Diocese.
• Maintain accurate CRM records.
• Report on monitoring returns and internal KPIs.

About You

• Competency in fundraising.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong bid‑writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience preparing reports and budgets.
• The ability to travel to parishes and attend meetings and events.

Closing date: 5th December 2025.

Other organisations may call this role Grants Officer, Community Funding Officer, Fundraising and Grants Officer, Grants and Development Officer, Community Grants Co‑ordinator, Funding Support Officer, Grants Programme Officer, Community Development Officer, or Trusts and Grants Officer.

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