Volunteer Development Officer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Kettering
TYPE
Part-time
LEVEL
Associate
SALARY
£26,120 / year
CATEGORY
Nonprofit & Charity
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Volunteer Program Management Person-Centered Support Community Engagement Green Space Facilitation Leadership Development Impact Monitoring Partnership Working Inclusive Practices

FULL DESCRIPTION

Volunteer Development Officer

Help people grow - through volunteering, community, and green spaces.

Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] ([Employer hidden] Northamptonshire)

Location: Kettering, UK

Salary: £26,120 (pro rata)

Contract: Fixed Term (Paid), Part-time (22.5 hours/week)

Closing Date: 8th May 2026

Job Purpose

The Volunteer Development Officer will coordinate and deliver a high-quality, inclusive volunteering programme that enables people to engage, grow and progress. This includes recruiting and supporting volunteers, creating clear development pathways, and embedding volunteer voice through forums and leadership opportunities. You will work closely with partners and the wider team to widen participation, support community engagement, and ensure volunteering is central to the Green Patch offer. Alongside delivery, you will monitor progress, capture impact, and contribute to a collaborative, values-driven team culture. An interest in gardening or green spaces will support your ability to connect people with the environment and maximise the unique opportunities the site offers.

Key Details

  • Language: English
  • Job type: Project Officer
  • Work location: Kettering
  • Region: [Employer hidden] Northamptonshire
  • Working hours: 22.5 hour post (three days inc. Tues & Thurs)
  • Role type: Part time
  • Contract type: Fixed Term (Paid)
  • Salary: £26,120 (pro rata)
  • Application closing date: 8th May 2026

Interview Details

We are recruiting on a rolling basis and will close the application process once the right candidate has been found. Interviews will be held face-to-face at our offices in Kettering week commencing 27th April 2026.

How to Apply

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