Head of Grants and Inclusion

Our client exists to strengthen local communities by investing in the grassroots organisations that make Oxfordshire a fairer, healthier and more connected place to live. Prospectus is delighted to be working with our client to recruit an outstanding Head of Grants and Inclusion to lead its grant-making cycles and act as the face of the organisation to the small charities and community groups they fund. This is a senior, highly visible, and rewarding role for someone who thrives on building relationships, understands the power of being present in communities, and is motivated by social impact. The Role As Head of Grants and Inclusion, you will be a senior member of the team, leading grants programmes and championing inclusive, community centred funding across the region. This is a strongly external and public facing role. You will spend much of your time out in Oxfordshire''s towns, villages and neighbourhoods-visiting groups, attending community events, and building deep, first hand understanding of local needs. These in person connections are essential to how the organisation works and to the intelligence they provide to donors, partners and grantees. This leadership role will be the primary point of contact for leaders from the grassroots charities and community groups funded by the organisation. They will assess need, monitor grants, offer support, and build trusted relationships. They will be representing the organisatio at external forums and occasionally speaking ..... full job details .....