Grant Development and Bid Writing Officer

We are seeking an individual with the drive and enthusiasm to spearhead bids that achieve ambitious outcomes across the Peak District National Park Authority whilst ensuring a coordinated approach for seeking funding is maintained to maximise opportunities.

About the role
The post holder will

• advise on any changes/opportunities to the external funding landscape
• develop and write high quality bids/proposals
• ensure bids/proposals meet the prescribed specifications in order to successfully secure significant funding opportunities
• coordinate grant opportunities across the organisation
• advise and support teams to develop their own bids for grants
• advise teams on ensuring all grant conditions are met including financial reporting and monitoring

The role provides the opportunity for an individual to contribute to the future of the UKs first National Park. Working with a range of teams to deliver a wide variety of projects to protect and enhance landscape, heritage and communities.

We actively encourage applications from those whose bid writing/funding experience may not be from within the land/nature sector.

About you
We are looking for someone with

• - a sound understanding and experience of developing bids, writing applications, relationship management and grant/project monitoring
• good organisation and communication skills
• practical and technical experience in a range of funding areas
• the ability to lead projects and manage their own workload and ways of working
• experience in income generation from the non-profit or for-profit sector

About Us
The Peak District National Park was the first of Britain’s 15 national parks and is still enjoyed by millions, looking for both adventure and a breathing space to escape. It is also the most accessible due its proximity to four major cities of the UK and its 38,000 residents. We recognise the importance of our national park and our job is to speak up and care for the Peak District National Park for all to enjoy forever.

Our Values

• Care – We care for the Peak District National Park, the people we work with and all those we serve. It’s at the heart of everything we do.
• Enjoy – We take pride in what we do and feel good about our contribution.
• Pioneer – We were born of pioneers. We will continue to explore opportunities to inspire future generations.

What we offer
The post is based in Bakewell, Derbyshire in the heart of the Peak District. We offer a wide range of benefits and support including; flexible working arrangements, a family friendly environment, a great pension with employer contribution of 19.57%, 26-31 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and free parking at most of our offices and all National Park carparks. Please look at our Total Reward Brochure to see what we offer.

Provisional Interview Date: Wed 21 August

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Peak District National Park Authority is committed to equal opportunities. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.

We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the essential criteria for the role.