Project Officer Dorset Business Mentors

Dorset Council; Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a Programme Coordinator to support local businesses through mentoring and program delivery. You will build relationships, manage budgets, create content, and evaluate program impact. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and has strong communication skills. This position offers hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating projects or supporting programmes in business, community, or public sector settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Building trusted relationships with businesses and mentors.
• Assisting with budgeting, invoicing, and financial record-keeping.
• Managing and updating the CRM system.
• Creating engaging content for the website, newsletters, and social media.
• Helping plan and deliver inspiring business events.
• Compiling insightful reports that showcase the impact of the programme.
• Representing the programme at events and meetings.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong IT proficiency

Organizational skills

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

This role is a rare and exciting opportunity to be part of a respected, community-driven organisation that empowers local businesses to thrive. You will be at the heart of a transformative initiative, where your work directly contributes to the growth, resilience, and innovation of Dorset's business landscape.

The programme offers a range of benefits, including:

• Purposeful Impact: Help shape the future of local businesses by connecting them with experienced mentors who offer invaluable guidance and support.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a passionate and professional network dedicated to making a difference.
• Flexible Working: Enjoy hybrid working options and a supportive work-life balance.
• Benefits: Access a comprehensive benefits package including a pension scheme, health and wellbeing initiatives and more.

Your day-to-day work will be diverse and rewarding, with responsibilities that span across key areas of programme delivery, including:

• Building trusted relationships with businesses and mentors.
• Assisting with budgeting, invoicing, and financial record-keeping.
• Managing and updating the CRM system.
• Creating engaging content for the website, newsletters, and social media.
• Helping plan and deliver inspiring business events.
• Compiling insightful reports that showcase the impact of the programme.
• Representing the programme at events and meetings.

This role is ideal for someone who is confident with IT, has a sharp eye for detail, enjoys solving problems, and loves working as part of a supportive team.

About You

You are organised, proactive, and passionate about supporting local businesses. You bring energy, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit to everything you do.

• Qualifications: A degree or equivalent qualification is ideal, though comparable specialist knowledge and relevant experience are also welcome.
• Experience: Experience coordinating projects or supporting programmes in business, community, or public sector settings is beneficial.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong IT proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Attributes: Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with a willingness to solve problems and work collaboratively.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

If you're passionate about making a difference, we'd love you to join us.