Overview
We are looking for two experienced Community Engagement Officers to support NatureCityNorwich - a three-year multi-partner project supported through Nature Towns and Cities, a programme funded by National Lottery players to help urban areas protect and enhance their natural heritage.
The project will co-create a community-led urban nature recovery action plan, placing nature and people at the heart of Norwich's future. It will map and address the city's 'nature gaps', improve access to green and blue spaces, and empower communities to shape a more resilient, biodiverse and inclusive city.
The role will see the successful applicants carrying out an extensive listening and engagement programme across Norwich to support an ambitious community-led nature recovery action plan for the city. You\'ll work closely with partners including Norwich City Council, Norfolk County Council, South Norfolk and Broadland District Council and other key stakeholders to create a lasting legacy for nature in the city.
This is an exciting opportunity for you to use your community organising skills to support communities to take-action for nature's recovery on the ground. We are looking for people who are passionate about wildlife and supporting people from all backgrounds to connect to nature.
Responsibilities
* Carry out an extensive listening and engagement programme across Norwich to support an ambitious community-led nature recovery action plan for the city.
* Work closely with partners including Norwich City Council, Norfolk County Council, South Norfolk and Broadland District Council and other key stakeholders to create a lasting legacy for nature in the city.
* Support communities to take action for nature\'s recovery on the ground using community organising skills.
Qualifications and attributes
* Experience in community engagement or community organising (as described in the role).
* Passion for wildlife and for supporting people from all backgrounds to connect to nature.
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