e are looking for an experienced, values-driven development professional to lead Bury VCFA’s Active Communities work. This senior role will strengthen community capacity, participation and influence through place-based working, civic
engagement and high-quality support for voluntary, community and faith sector (VCSE) organisations.
You will lead a small team within the Capacity Building service, overseeing a high-quality training and development programme for community groups. The role includes leading neighbourhood work through Community Connector networks and supporting community voice, ensuring lived experience shapes decisions, services and reform. This is a leadership role requiring strong partnership working to support the VCSE sector, empower communities and build long-term resilience.
Key information
- Employer: Bury VCFA
- Locations: Bury
- Role Type: Fixed term
- Working Hours: Full-Time
- Working Hours Per Week: 35
To apply for this role:
To apply for this position, please submit:
- Your CV (2 pages max)
- A supporting statement which describes how you meet each of the competencies in the person specification (2 pages max)
- An equal opportunities form
- Please return your CV and supporting statement to recruitment@buryvcfa.org.uk by midnight Sunday 12th July 2026.
- Interviews will take place on either the 21st or 23rd of July at VCFA Offices (in person)