Project Officer

Shepton Mallet Town Council; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepton Mallet Town Council is seeking a Project Officer reporting to the Chief Officer, working with councillors, committees and external partners to develop and deliver a diverse portfolio of projects aligned with the Council's strategic objectives and Town Plan.

You will manage projects from concept to completion, ensure governance, stakeholder engagement, financial oversight and performance monitoring, and balance strategic thinking with practical delivery across multiple initiatives.

Job description

Reporting to the Chief Officer and working closely with councillors, committees and external partners, the Project Officer will develop, coordinate and deliver a diverse portfolio of projects aligned with the Council's strategic objectives and Town Plan.

You will be responsible for managing projects from concept through to completion, ensuring appropriate governance, stakeholder engagement, financial oversight and performance monitoring throughout.

This role requires a highly motivated individual who can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery and who is comfortable working across multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

Project Development and Delivery

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of Town Council projects and initiatives.
• Develop project plans, budgets, timelines, risk registers and monitoring frameworks.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed objectives.
• Prepare business cases, feasibility studies and project proposals.
• Monitor progress and identify solutions to emerging challenges.

Funding and Investment

• Identify opportunities for external funding, grants and investment.
• Support or lead the preparation of funding applications and supporting documentation.
• Monitor grant-funded projects and ensure compliance with reporting and funding requirements.
• Build productive relationships with funding bodies and partner organisations.

Partnership Working

• Develop effective working relationships with residents, community groups, businesses, statutory agencies and other stakeholders.
• Represent the Council at meetings, working groups and partnership forums where appropriate.
• Facilitate consultation and engagement activities to ensure projects reflect community needs and aspirations.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Prepare reports, presentations and updates for Council meetings and committees.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.
• Develop and monitor project performance measures and outcomes.
• Provide regular progress reports to senior officers and councillors.

Strategic Support

• Support delivery of the Council's strategic priorities and Town Plan.
• Research best practice, opportunities and emerging policy developments relevant to council projects.
• Contribute to the development of new initiatives that benefit the community and enhance local services.

Current Areas of Focus

The successful candidate may be involved in projects relating to:

Capital Investment- New Town Hall

• Town centre regeneration
• Community facilities and public spaces
• Youth provision and engagement
• Active travel and transport initiatives
• Environmental sustainability and climate action
• Community wellbeing projects
• Cultural and heritage initiatives
• Grant-funded community programmes
• Strategic partnerships and local investment opportunities

Project priorities will evolve over time in response to Council objectives and community needs.