Are you passionate about making a lasting impact in Sheffield?

We're on a mission to make Sheffield a place where everyone can know and experience the love of Jesus, and we need YOU to make it happen!

Your skills, dedication, and passion can be the catalyst for change and unity in our city. Dive into a role that's more than just a job—it's a calling to bring hope, love, and transformation to every corner of Sheffield.

Job Purpose:

We are searching for a talented and passionate Bid Writer who will play a crucial role in securing the funding necessary to support our mission. This is a unique opportunity for someone who is not only skilled in crafting compelling grant proposals but also has a keen eye for detail in proofreading and a flair for assisting with communications. Your expertise will help us continue to make a significant impact in Sheffield, turning our vision into reality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop, and write high-quality grant proposals, ensuring they are compelling, accurate, and timely.

• Proofread and edit proposals, reports, and communications material to ensure clarity, grammatical accuracy, and adherence to brand tone.

• Assist in the development and execution of our communication strategy, including content creation for social media, newsletters, and press releases.

• Work closely with the team to understand project needs and outcomes, ensuring proposals align with our mission and objectives.

• Conduct research to identify potential funding opportunities and stay abreast of trends in grant writing and philanthropy.

• Collaborate with project leads to gather the necessary information for reports and updates to funders and stakeholders.

Skills & Experience:

We are looking for:

• A dynamic individual with proven experience in bid writing and a successful track record of securing grants.

• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear, persuasive manner.

• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.

• Experience in communications, with the ability to support our messaging across various platforms.

• A team player with a passion for making a lasting impact in the community.

• A member of a Christian church in Sheffield and a passion for the mission of Together for Sheffield and Arise Sheffield.

This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement under the provisions made in the Equality Act 2010 that the post holder has an active faith in Jesus and an active involvement in a church.

Location: Tuesdays or Wednesdays to be based at our Stannington office, with options to work from home around this.

Contract Type: Fixed-term Contract (12 months)

Hours: Part-time, 2-3 days a week. Option for flexible working, e.g. school hours only or similar arrangements.

Salary & Benefits: £23,000-£29,000 (pro-rata) depending on experience and expertise. 7.5% employer pension contributions with Nest pensions.

Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata).

Application Deadline: 2 April 2024.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should email their CV to ben@togetherforsheffield.co.uk 

Together for Sheffield works to bring hope and healing to people of all faiths and none. We equip the Church to be salt and light in Sheffield: alleviating poverty and empowering believers to live out their faith in a way that impacts the city through prayer, social action and gospel proclamation.

By joining our dynamic team, you will contribute towards making a positive difference in the city of Sheffield, fostering unity and sharing the love of Christ.

To find out more about us, take a look at the following:

YouTube video introducing how we work in Sheffield

Find out more about Arise on the dedicated Arise website

Any questions?

Email hello@togetherforsheffield.co.uk or call 0114 4000 327.