Salary guide
Community Development Officer
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £35,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
Social CareCommunity
- The UK has over 160,000 registered charities
Other names this job is known by
- Community Worker
- Outreach Worker
Key responsibilities
- Support community groups and projects
- Identify local needs and resources
- Organise events and activities
- Advise on funding and grant applications
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in social sciences or community development
- Experience in community or voluntary work
- Communication and project management skills
- Empathy and cultural awareness
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Officer
- Project Manager
- Service Manager
- Policy roles
How to get the job
- Study social sciences or community development
- Complete a relevant degree
- Gain experience in community or voluntary work
- Progress to senior or management roles with further training
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