Overview
Suffolk County Council is focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk by listening to our people, learning from what they say, and creating a culture of mutual respect where everyone works together to achieve great things. The role is a Communities Coordinator in the Suffolk Resilience Forum (SRF) and Community Action Suffolk (CAS), offering a collaborative environment and opportunities for growth.
Salary: £34,434 per annum (pro rata for part time). Hours: 37 hours per week. Flexible working options available. Contract: Fixed Term (Up to 31st March 2028). Location: Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid.
Your Role And Responsibilities
You will:
* build effective relationships with partners and community groups and organisations across Suffolk
* chair the community resilience working group providing administrative support, act as point of contact for multiagency liaison and assistance
* liaise with partner agencies to collate information around community resilience activities across all partners within the SRF and beyond
* lead the community resilience working group
* support the Suffolk Voluntary Community Sector Emergencies Partnership (VCSEP), proactively engage and recruit members to the group
* proactively seek training opportunities for the voluntary and community sector with CAS
* attend national, regional and local community resilience forums
* attend partner community resilience group meetings providing a link between groups to ensure a streamlined approach to community resilience
* co-design education programmes and work with communications and community officers across the SRF and CAS to develop education around enhancing resilience across communities
* consider ways to evaluate community resilience success with data analysts
* support community engagement events such as Suffolk Show and others
You will need
* An interest in communities and improving community resilience.
* A desire to learn and expand your knowledge around multiagency working and enhancing resilience of communities.
* Great organisational skills and be self-motivated.
* Ability to work under pressure, through quieter periods and to maintain self-esteem.
* Great communication skills and empathy; liaising with a wide range of partners and managing complex work streams.
* Experience of project management with flexibility to adapt to changing timelines (Desirable).
Application Process
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don\'t meet all requirements, still apply.
The Team
Your role will sit within the Voluntary and Community Action team at CAS, with access to resources, tools, intelligence and specialist networks relating to the Voluntary Community Faith Sector Enterprise (VCFSE) sector across Suffolk. The SRF team supports partner agencies to comply with the Civil Contingencies Act (2004); the team is hosted by Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service and is expanding. Roles are on the SRF on-call rota to support major incidents and county coordination.
Empowering Everyone
We value potential and embrace diverse ideas. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups underrepresented in the organisation. See our Workforce Equality Report for details.
For more information
Contact Becky Heginbotham-Blount (she/her) or Hannah Reid (she/her) for a casual conversation: 01473 263610 or emails becky.heginbotham-blount@suffolk.gov.uk or Hannah.Reid@communityactionsuffolk.org.uk.
How To Apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions (no more than 400 words per question). Use the Supporting Statement template (Word).
* Describe a time you worked with multiple stakeholders or agencies to deliver a project or event. What was your approach and outcome?
* Share an example of a creative or innovative idea you implemented. What inspired it and what impact did it have?
* How do you demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in your work? Provide a specific example?
* How would you prioritise and manage multiple community initiatives or events simultaneously? Any applicable examples?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Important notices
Closing date: 11.30pm, 17 September 2025. Interview Date: 29 September 2025. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires DBS or police vetting where relevant.
About Us and Benefits
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers with flexible working options and support for individual needs. We are committed to making a positive difference and encouraging diverse, driven individuals to join us. For benefits and equality commitments, please visit the Suffolk County Council careers site.
* up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
* membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
* performance-related annual pay progression plus annual cost-of-living pay increase
* training and opportunities for career development
* diverse and active staff networks
* flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from day one
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