Somerset Wildlife Trust (SWT) is currently seeking to recruit a part-time (30 hours per week) Trusts and Grants Officer.
The deadline for applications is Monday 24th November 2025.
Please forward details to anyone in your networks who would be interested in finding out more or applying. With many thanks to our friend and colleague, Amanda Strowger, for contacting us with details about this opportunity.
The job advert reads:
“Job Opportunity: Trusts and Grants Officer
o Contract type: Permanent.
o Working hours: Part time.
o Opportunity for Hybrid working.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who is confident in managing a portfolio of small trusts and foundations and would like to gain experience working on major trust and grant applications.“We are looking for an experienced trusts and foundations fundraiser to join our team. This role will be a key part of our fundraising team, managing a portfolio of trust and foundations with the capacity to give up to £25,000 and the opportunity to assist with major grant funding bids which will enable us to drive forward our ambitious goals.
“You will deliver high quality written applications and reports in line with funder deadlines and keep in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and in face-to-meetings and visits. We are looking for someone who has:
o Ability to manage tasks from start to finish and prioritise work to meet set deadlines.
o Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
o Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
o Ability to think creatively to generate income in line with our strategy.“
