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We're hiring! Development Manager (Grassroots Support Programme)

Transformation Cornwall is looking for a passionate, people‑centred Development Manager to help strengthen grassroots, faith‑rooted and community-led social action across Cornwall.

Development Manager (Grassroots Support Programme)

£27,500 • Full-time • Home-based (Cornwall) Closing date: 12 noon, Friday 24 February 2026

Transformation Cornwall is looking for a passionate, people-centred Development Manager to help strengthen grassroots, faith-rooted and community-led social action across Cornwall.

This is a chance to walk alongside small charities, community groups and churches — building confidence, sharing skills, and amplifying lived experience so communities can thrive.

What you’ll do

  • Provide 1:1 organisational development support
  • Design and deliver workshops, training and peer learning
  • Build trusted relationships with grassroots groups
  • Support collaboration across the VCSE and faith sectors
  • Capture insight, stories and data that show real impact

We’re looking for

Someone with experience in the VCSE or community sector, brilliant relationship-building skills, and a commitment to inclusion, empowerment and community-led change.

Why this role matters

Cornwall’s communities already hold the wisdom and assets needed for meaningful change. This role helps strengthen what’s already there — ensuring voices from the grassroots shape local solutions.

How to Apply

To apply please email your CV, a cover letter and our Monitoring Form to operations.director@transformation-cornwall.org.uk.

Apply by 12 noon, Friday 24 February 2026

Job Description

Monitoring Form

If you have any questions, please get in touch with our Operations Director, Clinton Sealy: operations.director@transformation-cornwall.org.uk

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