3 months contract with local authority
The role is pivotal in ensuring that residents are actively involved in Royal Greenwich's plans and service improvements. Reporting to the Corporate Community Engagement Lead, the position focuses on fostering innovative community engagement solutions that are recognized as industry-leading. The role is responsible for ensuring that engagement activities meet the council's and residents' expectations within agreed quality and time parameters. The position oversees up to 10 indirectly managed consultancy/contracting staff.
Responsibilities:
* Community Engagement:
o Organize resident engagement events, ensuring they are well-managed, timely, and within budget.
o Advise and collaborate with council colleagues on their engagement activities and plans.
o Research, establish, and facilitate community meetings, engagement groups, and forums, both independently and with third-sector organizations.
o Equip the community and colleagues with tools for effective engagement and consultation.
o Develop and implement diverse engagement initiatives tailored to residents' preferences.
o Continuously improve engagement methods for hard-to-reach groups using non-traditional approaches.
o Build strong relationships with community organizations, third-sector entities, and internal directorates.
o Coordinate corporate and borough-wide surveys and benchmarking activities.
o Ensure inclusive participation of community organizations and partners in engagement activities.
o Maintain effective relationships with various stakeholders, including community groups, residents, council officers, third-sector organizations, and more.
* Communications and Events:
o Create clear and detailed engagement materials for residents and stakeholders, avoiding jargon.
o Enhance communications across multiple channels to engage under-represented groups.
o Develop engagement materials such as newsletters, flyers, online content, and social media posts.
o Contribute to the development of community and council events to maximize engagement.
o Propose new community engagement events aligned with Council priorities.
Requirements
* Experience in organizing and managing community engagement events.
* Strong advisory and collaborative skills for working with council colleagues.
* Ability to research and facilitate community meetings and forums.
* Proficiency in developing diverse engagement initiatives.
* Experience in building and maintaining community relationships.
* Strong communication skills for creating engagement materials.
* Ability to enhance communication strategies across various channels.
* Experience in coordinating surveys and benchmarking activities.
* Capability to propose and develop new community engagement events.