Charity Grants & Engagement Assistant

John Good Group; Hessle; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organisation is seeking a dedicated Charity Assistant based in Hessle (Hybrid). The role involves providing administrative support to grant and employee-giving programmes, ensuring smooth operations and communications. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, experience in a charity setting, and good communication abilities. The position offers a range of benefits including annual leave, pension scheme, and opportunities for employee volunteering.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday day off work

Free onsite parking

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Health cash plan

Free Eye Test

Employee Volunteering and matched charitable donations

Social events

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication abilities.
• Experience working or volunteering in a charity or community organisation.
• Basic understanding of fundraising, marketing, or project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support the full grants cycle from opening application rounds to processing payments.
• Assist with gathering feedback from volunteers to improve their experience.
• Prepare agendas, papers, and minutes for meetings.

Skills

Organisational skills

Written and verbal communication

Using Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Understanding of fundraising

Education

Experience working or volunteering in a charity

Tools

CRM or donor management systems

Job description

A charitable organisation is seeking a dedicated Charity Assistant based in Hessle (Hybrid). The role involves providing administrative support to grant and employee-giving programmes, ensuring smooth operations and communications. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, experience in a charity setting, and good communication abilities. The position offers a range of benefits including annual leave, pension scheme, and opportunities for employee volunteering.