Volunteering Development Manager

Ipswich - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Community Action Suffolk
Address:Ipswich Suffolk IP2 0HH
Salary:20502 actual per annum (34170 pro rata)
Hours:22.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
Reference:0451

*Blended working available.

Community Action Suffolk (CAS) is the countys infrastructure organisation for the Voluntary Community Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector. We exist to ensure our sector and its volunteers are supported safe and sustainable and that our communities are active and resilient.

Our values of collaborative enabling person centred responsive and trusted are the golden thread which runs through who we are and how we operate and we aim to make them real every day.

As the Volunteering Development Manager you will provide strategic direction and management and work closely with partners to enable engagement with volunteering and champion the benefits of volunteering and ensure an inclusive approach. You will have a good level of knowledge of infrastructure support and be an experienced manager of people. You should have an awareness and understanding of the challenges facing the voluntary sector and be skilled in developing partnerships be able to demonstrate sound financial acumen and the ability to navigate multiple priorities.

This role will suit individuals who have a passion for the VCFSE Sector and who can champion building capacity efficiency and sustainability. You will be an excellent communicator at all levels and able to write and speak persuasively to a diverse range of groups. You will need to be driven pro-active flexible and resourceful as each role can have a busy and varied workload. You should also be confident working independently as well as having the ability to be a good team player.

You will be a proactive individual with a can-do attitude and appetite for learning. We are looking for those who can communicate with a wide range of people with varying degrees of experience.

We are a friendly organisation committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture in all that we do and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We aim to create a workplace which is welcoming fair and inclusive where people can be themselves and contribute to our vision and values.

We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process or on commencement of post.

We will offer you:

You will work within a reputable charity which offers its employees benefits which include:

blended working where role allows
flexible working options to support work/life balance
33 days (FTE) increasing to a maximum 36 (FTE) annual holiday which includes an allowance for bank holidays
up to 4% matched pension contribution
2 days pro rata volunteering days to support volunteering in Suffolk
a Staff Discounts Scheme for a range of retailers including shopping holidays insurance eating out and health and leisure activities
a company sick pay scheme
continued professional development for job related development
family friendly policies and practices
a tailored induction.

To find out more

If you are interested in the role and would like to learn more please email Deputy Director of Operations and Business Development for an informal conversation.

For more information please visit our website

How to apply

To apply please visitour website for a copy of our application pack. Alternatively please email Susan Butler on

Completed applications should be emailed to or posted to Susan Butler at Community Action Suffolk 160 Hadleigh Road Ipswich IP2 0HH.

Closing date: 1 pm 11 November 2025.

Applications for this role will be reviewed and considered on an ongoing basis until the role is filled. Interviews will be arranged according to availability.

We therefore encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as we reserve the right to close this job listing once a successful candidate is appointed.

Should you not hear from us within 7 working days from receipt of your application you have not been selected for an interview.

Required Experience:

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DescriptionCommunity Action SuffolkAddress:Ipswich Suffolk IP2 0HHSalary:20502 actual per annum (34170 pro rata)Hours:22.5 hours per weekContract: Permanent. Required as soon as possibleReference:0451*Blended working available.Community Action Suffolk (CAS) is the countys infrastructure organisation...