Violence Against Women and Girls Project Officer

TipTopJob; Ealing; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization is seeking a Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Project Officer in Ealing on a full-time fixed term contract. This pivotal role involves coordinating borough-wide initiatives and leading local research on sexual violence. Candidates should have strong knowledge of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and experience in the VAWG sector. The position offers a salary between GBP 52,194 and GBP 54,267 per annum with a potential contract extension.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and related legislation.
• Experience working in the VAWG sector, with a background in project coordination or service delivery.
• Excellent communication and partnership-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor the borough's MVAWG Action Plan.
• Lead on hyper-local research projects focused on sexual violence prevalence.
• Organise multi-agency partnership meetings and Domestic Homicide Reviews.
• Deliver training and community engagement initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge of Domestic Abuse Act 2021

Project coordination experience

Communication skills

Research and analysis skills

Training and campaigning experience

Job description

Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Project Officer

Location: Ealing

Salary: A GBP 52,194 : A GBP 54,267 per annum (inclusive) Grade 12

Vacancy Type: Fixed:term contract until 31 March 2026

Closing Date: 01/09/2025

The Council have an exciting new opportunity as Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Project Officer available on a full:time fixed term contract until 31 March 2026 with the possibility of extension subject to future funding.

At the Council, they are committed to creating a borough where women and girls feel safe, respected, and empowered. They take a whole:system approach to tackling violence, working in partnership with communities, services, and survivors to drive meaningful change.

Join them in building a safer, fairer Ealing, where every resident can thrive with dignity and confidence.

The Role

This is a pivotal role supporting the delivery of Ealings strategic response to male violence against women and girls. You will coordinate borough:wide initiatives, lead on local research and awareness campaigns, and work closely with partners to ensure their services are responsive, inclusive, and impactful.

As the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Project Officer you will:

• Coordinate and monitor the boroughs MVAWG Action Plan and ensure timely delivery of key milestones.
• Lead on hyper:local research projects focusing on understanding the prevalence of sexual violence within a target area
• Organise and facilitate multi:agency partnership meetings and Domestic Homicide Reviews.
• Deliver impactful training, awareness campaigns, and community engagement initiatives.
• Support funding bids and evaluate commissioned services to improve outcomes for women and girls .
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and related legislation.
• Experience working in the VAWG sector, with a background in project coordination or service delivery.
• Excellent communication and partnership:building skills across statutory and voluntary sectors.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, conduct research, and translate findings into action.
• Experience in delivering training, campaigns, or awareness:raising activities (desirable).
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and survivor:centred approaches.
  
  

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable council, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

jobs.ealing.gov.uk/council_job/violence:against:women:girls:vawg:project:officer/

The Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Council follows safer recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults. The post holder will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

This post is subject to the Councils enhanced vetting process.

You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.