Communications and Events Officer

Overview Brent Giving is looking for a Communications and Events Officer to join their small but ambitious team. Brent Giving is a resident-led grantmaking organisation based in the London Borough of Brent. They were founded on a radical idea: that the people closest to the problems should be the ones making the decisions about where funding goes. Their model puts real power in the hands of community Ambassadors from diverse backgrounds, and in their first year they helped distribute over £80,000 to grassroots projects tackling poverty across Harlesden, South Kilburn, Stonebridge, and St Raphaels. In their second year, funding of approximately £700,000 over three years is confirmed, supported by funders including City Bridge Trust, The Football Association, Quintain, and Sovereign Housing. They are growing and need someone who can help to tell that story.<br>As Communications and Events Officer , you will play a central role in how Brent Giving shows up in the community and online. From delivering social media and newsletter content, to helping get the fundraising message out to the public, to supporting community events on the ground, you’ll be at the heart of how they communicate our work. You will report to the Programme Manager and work closely with the Fundraising Manager and Director. This is a hands-on role where no two days look the same. You’ll be equally comfortable crafting a compelling Instagram post as you are setting up chairs at a community event. If you’re someone who sees what needs doing and just gets on with it, this could be the role for you.<br>Who are Brent Giving? Brent Giving exists because they believe that community members, not just professionals, should have real power over how funding is spent in their neighbourhoods. Their Ambassador Panel is made up of residents from across some of the most underserved areas of Brent. They review applications, make funding decisions, and hold the organisation to Salary: GBP 30000 - 40000 per year

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