Location
London Borough of Islington

Hours
Full Time - 35 hours per week

Salary
£49,509 per annum

About the Role
Join Islington Council's Neighbourhood and Voluntary Sector Partnership Service and play a key role in strengthening one of London's most active and diverse voluntary sectors. As a Voluntary Sector Locality Officer, you will work closely with communities, voluntary organisations, and partners to deliver impactful projects, strengthen local networks, and support neighbourhood-led solutions that improve outcomes for residents.
This varied role involves developing partnerships, supporting grant programmes, building the capacity of local organisations, and ensuring community voices are central to decision-making. You will collaborate across council services and with external partners to deliver initiatives that tackle inequality, strengthen communities, and support the council's priorities.
Be part of a friendly, ambitious team committed to collaboration, innovation, and making a difference for Islington residents. This is your opportunity to lead and shape the future of Islington's voluntary and community sector while making a significant impact in the borough.

Benefits
Islington Council is committed to creating a more equal borough where everyone has the chance to thrive. Staff benefits include up to 31 days leave per year (increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service), flexible working arrangements, a 35-hour working week, learning and development opportunities, competitive pay with a commitment to the London Living Wage minimum, an excellent local government pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, and local discounts from restaurants, shops, and health and beauty therapists.
The council lives by its CARE values: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering, reflecting its commitment to public service and challenging inequality.

Additional Information
Islington Council is dedicated to equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture where all colleagues feel they belong and can express themselves safely. The council maintains a zero-tolerance approach to unlawful discrimination and promotes a safe and inclusive workplace.
Employment is subject to pre-employment checks including proof of address, right to work in the UK, references, occupational health clearance, and DBS checks where applicable.
The council is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and provides support for reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and career.

Experience
- Experience working with voluntary, community, or public sector organisations
- Strong partnership-building and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience delivering projects, programmes, or community initiatives

About you
- Excellent communication and influencing skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Commitment to equality, inclusion, and resident involvement
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are stated as mandatory for this role, but relevant experience and a commitment to the role's values are essential.