Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Community Liaison Officer to serve as a vital link between our organisation and the community. This role involves promoting The Music, The Sound, The Legacy National Lottery Funded Project, coordinating outreach efforts, and ensuring that our programmes meet the needs of the community.
Part-time
Salary: £35,000 total across 2 years (£17,500 per annum)
Reporting to: Heritage Development Officer
Key Responsibilities:
* Establish and maintain relationships with project contributors, including Caribbean-born community leaders, DJs, and musicians.
* Liaise with local community centres, charities, and cultural organisations to foster partnerships and collaboration.
* Support to recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers for community events and project activities.
* Organise and facilitate community engagement events, workshops, and focus groups.
* Act as a bridge between the project team and the local Caribbean community, ensuring their voices and needs are represented.
* Assist in identifying and reaching out to potential interviewees and contributors.
* Support the collection of oral histories by arranging interviews and providing cultural context.
* Collaborate with schools and educational institutions to promote the project and its findings.
* Provide cultural sensitivity guidance to the project team and volunteers.
* Assist in the development of community-focused content for the project's outputs.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Social Work, or a related field.
* Proven experience in community outreach or liaison roles.
* Strong understanding of Caribbean culture and the Windrush generation experience.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Experience in organising community events and managing volunteers.
* Knowledge of local community structures and organisations in Wolverhampton.
* Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends for events.
Key Competencies:
* Community engagement and relationship building
* Cultural competence and sensitivity
* Conflict resolution and mediation
* Public speaking and presentation skills
* Empathy and active listening
* Networking and partnership development
* Adaptability and flexibility
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £17,500.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wolverhampton WV10 9RU