Grants Administrator

Position: Grants Administrator
Location: South Downs Centre, Midhurst
Closing Date: 6 September 2026
Interview Date: 18 September 2026
Salary: £29,396 to £32,061 (pro rata for part-time hours)
Hours: 37 hours per week (part-time considered, minimum 30 hours pw)
Type of Post: Permanent

The South Downs Trust is the official charity of South Downs National Park. It complements the work of the National Park Authority and its partners by supporting initiatives that enhance and extend habitats, increase outdoor engagement for children, improve landscape accessibility, and assist landowners and communities in their stewardship. This work is supported by the essential expert advice of South Downs National Park Rangers and external conservation partners, who ensure project quality.

Since its establishment, the Trust has significantly increased its income, now offering five regular grant opportunities in addition to bespoke themed grant funds. As Grants Administrator, you will contribute to the effective management of processes within our dedicated team, ensuring that funding is utilised to maximise impact.

In collaboration with the Grants Officer, responsibilities include responding to funding enquiries, processing payment requests, and collecting project evaluations. The position also involves independent oversight of smaller funds from application through to completion and is ideal for candidates experienced in supporting organisational and financial procedures.

Come and join our exciting and evolving charity team!

To apply: Please apply via the button shown to upload your CV and complete our application, referring to the person specification.

SDNPA is an inclusive organisation, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, faith and religion, disability and age.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants.

In all circumstances, the SDNPA appoints on merit based on evidence the applicant supplies in meeting the essential criteria for the post. Further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion can be found on our website.

SDNPA Enhanced Benefits

- Flexible working – (this is available for the majority of our roles. However, some positions may require on-site presence and /or specific hours due to business needs)
- Local government pension scheme
- Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Heat Scheme (capped interest-free green home improvement loan, available on a first-come, first-served basis)
- Healthcare - includes cash plan, counselling and wellbeing discounts
- Access to Health and Wellbeing portal and webinars
- 28 days’ annual leave, increasing to 31 days, plus bank holidays
- Professional development support
- Cycle to work scheme
- Car sharing
- Use of pool cars
- Regular staff events/activities, which support the SDNPA’s Purposes and Duty