Director

Knowle West Alliance; Bristol; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-centered organization in Bristol is looking for a strategic leader who can facilitate projects and manage community activities. The role requires strong communication skills, experience in community development, and a commitment to social justice. This part-time position offers flexible working and aims to empower residents through leadership and partnerships. The contract is initially for three years, with potential for extension based on funding availability.

Benefits

Simply Health EAP Programme

Employer pension contribution

Flexible working

Cycle to work scheme

Birthday off work

Qualifications

• Experience in community development or similar fields.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver KWA vision and action plan.
• Oversee implementation of KWA activities and initiatives.
• Build relationships with residents and local organizations.
• Manage KWA staff and budgets.

Skills

Community leadership

Project management

Strong communication

Facilitation

Relationship building

Job description

After a successful first five years, KnowleWest Alliance has recently secured funding from the National Lottery Community Fund for the next three years. Now is an exciting moment to join the team and make a real impact in the community.

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Role Description

We are looking for a strategic leader who is a dynamic facilitator and strong project manager who works with care, generosity and kindness. Someone who is a strong communicator who can build trusted relationships with residents and a range of stakeholders locally and beyond. If you are passionate about social justice and have experience in community development (or similar; we welcome transferable skills and knowledge), then this job might be for you.

Hours: Part‑time: 30 hours per week.

Some occasional evening and weekend work may be required based on program needs (and by agreement).

We support flexible working within the requirements of the role.

Location:avaş KWA office space is hosted at Knowle West Media Centre. But we encourage hot desking and working across partner and other community spaces.

This is a place‑based role and so physical presence in the community is required for a minimum of 2 days per week seals – generally Tuesday and Wednesday for team and network meetings.

Accessibility: Knowle West Media Centre is wheelchair accessible, as is The Park, Filwood Community Centre and The Health Park.

Contract Term: The role is offered as a 3‑year fixed‑term contract to align with the NLCF funding, subject to successful completion of a 6‑month probation period. The role can be extended subject to further funding being secured.

Benefits: Simply Health EAP Programme, employer pension contribution, flexible working, cycle to work scheme, Christmas office closure, your birthday off work.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Project Delivery

• Work with the Alliance and stakeholders to develop and deliver the KWA vision and action plan, in line with current funding agreements, and considering the context of the Knowle West Regeneration Framework and evolving local community priorities.
• Oversee the implementation of KWA activity, including KWA Small Grants, Training Programmes, and Communications initiatives (e.g. The Knowledge newsletter and community website).

Engagement and Partnerships

• Develop wide‑ranging engagement routes for people to participate in KWA activities in ways that work for them. For some that might be joining the Working Group, for others it might be delivering The Knowledge newsletter, or perhaps joining the Small Grants Panel or coming along to some training.
• Actively build relationships across Knowle West with residents, local groups and organisations through attending community events, meetings and networking.
• Actively build and maintain partnerships to develop cross‑neighbourhood resilience across South Bristol.
• Respond proactively and strategically to emerging community situations, coordinating necessary actions with partners.
• Continue to develop good working relationships in city‑wide forums, taking opportunities to advocate for resident voice/priorities and to identify and draw in potential resources and/or partnerships that may benefit the area.

FacilAnna : Facilitation

• Facilitate the Working Group and support facilitation of related action groups.
• Work with the Founders Group to identify and secure ongoing funding for the Alliance.

Management and Monitoring

• Manage the KWA staff team.
• Ensure compliance with funding agreements, key deliverables and monitoring/evaluation requirements.
• Manage multiple budgets in accordance with grant terms (with support from KWMC Finance team).
• Ensure KWA works within KWMC’s policies and procedures (as KWA’s accountable body).
Commission and oversee evaluation to identify strengths and learning in line with funding requirements.

Key Result Areas

• Sustainability: KWA is well‑established and has a positive local profile with a robust communications network.
• Community Engagement: Residents are empowered to influence and take forward actions that result in visible community improvements.
• Membership: Strong and active engagement in KWA from residents and local organisations with a transparent process for being part of KWA.
• Partnerships: Strong, confident partnerships with organisations, groups and individuals both locally and citywide; supporting the delivery of shared goals for