Community Development Coordinator

Join Derry City and Strabane District Council as a Community Development Co-ordinator and play a key role in the implementation of Strabane’s Neighbourhood Renewal Action Plan.

About the role:

• £21.13 per hour
• Strabane
• Full time, 37.5 hours per week
• Temporary for 1 month
• Immediate start
• Please note closing date for this vacancy is 5PM 14th August 2026 - however you can register your interest for other upcoming vacancies by applying today

What you'll be doing in the role:

• Lead and coordinate the delivery of the Neighbourhood Renewal Programme.
• Support the implementation of local Community Plans and priorities.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with community, statutory and private-sector stakeholders.
• Manage programme budgets, claims and financial reporting requirements.
• Identify and promote funding opportunities for community and voluntary groups.
• Support and advise local organisations on funding applications, grant aid programmes and project development.

What you'll need for the role:

• Applicants must possess a degree qualification in a relevant discipline such as:
  • Community Development.
  • Social Sciences.
  • Business.
  • Or a related subject area.

  AND

• A minimum of two years' demonstrable experience in all of the following:
  • Working within a Community Development environment.
  • Budget management and procurement.
  • Working with a range of stakeholders and partner organisations.
  • Identifying funding opportunities.
  • Grant aid and tender processes.
• Applicants should demonstrate knowledge and experience of:
  • Community Development strategies, policies and best practice.
  • Community Planning legislation and implementation.
  • Partnership and stakeholder engagement.
  • Capacity building within the community and voluntary sector.
  • Project and programme management.
  • Governance and performance monitoring.
• A full current driving licence and access to transport suitable for carrying out the duties of the role.