Development Officer – Mid Copeland

Organisation: Cumbria CVS

Salary Details: £27,507 – £29,190 FTE

Closing date for applications: 11 Feb 2026

Hours: 15 hours per week
Contract: 8 months with the potential for a contract extension
Location: Cleator Moor or Millom office (hybrid working available with travel across Mid Copeland)

Overview

Are you passionate about strengthening local communities and supporting the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector?

Cumbria CVS is seeking a motivated and relationship-focused Development Officer to deliver targeted support to VCFSE organisations across Mid Copeland.

In this role, you’ll work closely with local groups to help them build resilience, increase capacity, strengthen governance, and access funding—ultimately contributing to healthier, more inclusive communities.

Key Duties

  • Provide 1:1 tailored support to local VCFSE organisations
  • Offer guidance on governance, business planning, funding, volunteering and project evaluation
  • Support and attend training sessions, workshops, and networking events
  • Help organise and deliver training and learning opportunities
  • Contribute to reporting and evaluation for the Supporting Mid Copeland project

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with a solid understanding of the VCFSE sector and experience supporting community-based organisations.

You’ll be confident offering guidance around governance, funding, business planning, and volunteering. Just as importantly, you’ll enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively to help organisations grow and thrive.

This is a great opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on community life in Mid Copeland.

How to apply

To view the Job description and Person Specification, click HERE.

Find out more about working for Cumbria CVS here

To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement (which should be no longer than 2 pages) stating why your are suitable for the role, to  hr@cumbriacvs.org.uk – you can also arrange an informal conversation about the role, by contact us at the same email address.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 11th February 2026, 4pm

Interviews will be held via MS Teams on Monday 23rd February 2026

 

Cumbria CVS strives to be an equal opportunities employer.  Disabled applicants and veterans who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed.