Location
Civic Centre, Esher with some travel within the borough as part of day-to-day work

Hours
36 hours per week (flexible and part-time working is available in this role)

Salary
SCP 22-25 £34,212 - £36,319

Contract
Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2028

About the Role
Elmbridge Borough Council is transforming how we support residents through our Connected Communities approach. We are seeking a Project Officer to help deliver the Voluntary Sector Support programme, including the Community Connectors programme. This varied role involves working closely with colleagues and partners, providing the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference to local communities.

In this role, you will:
- Lead on the development of Elmbridge’s Community Connector Programme
- Work across the council and with partners to ensure workstreams deliver centralised resources supporting the Voluntary Sector
- Undertake research and evaluation of internal work and external examples of good practice
- Prepare updates for key stakeholders, elected members and colleagues

Experience
- Project administration experience with the ability to carry out research and analysis
- Experience in influencing and supporting positive change at individual, community and organisational levels
- Experience of office systems, including organising resources and maintaining administrative processes

About you
- Organised, proactive and able to work with a wide range of people
- Fluency in spoken and written English, with proficiency in MS Office applications
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Understanding of data protection
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work to tight deadlines

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are stated; however, relevant experience and skills as outlined above are essential.