Project Officer Dorset Business Mentors

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

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Dorchester is seeking a programme coordinator to support local businesses through mentorship and community initiatives. The role involves relationship building, event planning, and data management, offering a chance to make a meaningful impact. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and strong communication skills, as well as a collaborative spirit. Flexible hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating projects in business, community, or public sector settings.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and event support is beneficial.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with businesses and mentors.
• Assist with budgeting and financial record-keeping.
• Manage and update CRM system data.
• Write engaging updates for various platforms.
• Help plan and deliver business events.
• Compile insightful reports showcasing programme impact.
• Represent the programme at events.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong IT proficiency

Project coordination

Event support

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

CRM systems

Spreadsheets

Digital platforms

LinkedIn

Job description

Role

Joining the programme team at Dorset Business Mentors is a rare and exciting opportunity to be part of a respected, community-driven organisation that empowers local businesses to thrive. This role places you at the heart of a transformative initiative, where your work directly contributes to the growth, resilience, and innovation of Dorset’s business landscape.

Here’s what makes this opportunity stand out:

• 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. Opportunities for development will be available, to learn, share skills and ideas as well as to collaborate to create new and exciting approaches.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility and support you need to thrive.

What You Can Expect To Be Doing

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

• Be the Go-To Contact: Build trusted relationships with businesses and mentors, coordinate meetings, and help connect people with the support they need.
• Keep Things Running Smoothly: Assist with budgeting, invoicing, and financial record-keeping to ensure everything stays on track, helping us to become more efficient and effective.
• Master the Data: Manage and update our CRM system, keeping business data accurate, secure, and useful.
• Create Content That Connects: Write and design engaging updates for our website, newsletters, and social media—tailored to a business-savvy audience.
• Bring Events to Life: Help plan and deliver inspiring business events, handling logistics, promotion, and on-the-day coordination.
• Tell the Story: Compile insightful reports that showcase the impact of our work and help shape future decisions.
• Champion Local Business: Represent the programme at events and meetings, acting as a proud ambassador for Dorset’s vibrant business community.

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

About You

You’re organised, proactive, and passionate about supporting local businesses. Whether it’s coordinating events, managing data, or creating content, you bring energy, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit to everything you do.

• Qualifications: A degree or equivalent qualification (such as a BTEC National Certificate) is ideal, though we also welcome applicants with comparable specialist knowledge and relevant experience.
• Experience: Experience coordinating projects or supporting programmes in business, community, or public sector settings. Familiarity with CRM systems, event support, and stakeholder engagement is beneficial.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong IT proficiency (including spreadsheets and digital platforms), and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Comfortable using LinkedIn and other digital tools to support outreach and engagement.
• Attributes: Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable. You enjoy solving problems, working collaboratively, and bringing creativity to your work. You’re curious, empathetic, and committed to making a positive difference.