Since 1996 we have worked hard to develop the community foundation and support the charitable sector in Essex. We want to create a culture of generosity and inspire charitable giving to provide vital funding to voluntary organisations working at the heart of our communities.

On average, we give financial support to over 500 voluntary organisations each year that are meeting the needs of their communities and making a real difference for local people.

Vacancies

Join Our Grants Team!

Are you passionate about supporting local communities and helping charities make a lasting difference? Join Essex Community Foundation and play a key role in ensuring funding reaches the organisations making a real difference across Essex.

We’re currently recruiting for two exciting roles within our Grants Team.

Grants Assessor 

Help assess grant applications, work closely with charities and community groups, prepare funding recommendations, and support donors and trustees to deliver fair, effective and impactful grantmaking. This role is ideal for someone with excellent analytical, communication and assessment skills who enjoys building relationships and making informed decisions.

Salary Band: C1 £28,322

Grants Administrator

Provide essential administrative support to our grantmaking programme, acting as a key point of contact for applicants, visitors and community organisations. You’ll help manage enquiries, maintain accurate records, support our Foundation Hub and keep our grantmaking processes running smoothly. This role is perfect for someone who is highly organised, customer focused and enjoys coordinating multiple priorities.

Salary Band:B1 £25,669

Download the application packs:

Grants Administrator Application Pack

Grants Assessor Application Pack

How to Apply

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Thursday 16 July.

To submit your application, please email your CV, a cover letter and personal statement based on the Job Description and Person Specification stating why you think you would be ideal for the position. Your statement must not exceed three sides of A4.

Please email these documents to: recruitment@essexcf.org.uk

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

If you have any queries about the position, or would like an informal chat then please call Catherine Burton on 01245 355947.

The information you provide within your application will be held and processed in accordance with ECF’s Privacy Policy which can be viewed on our website. Information provided by unsuccessful candidates will not be held for longer than one year.

Interviews

Interviews will be held during the weeks commencing 20 July and 27 July at the ECF offices, 3 Hoffmanns Way, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1GU.