Senior Talent Consultant | Yolk Recruitment | Charity Specialist
Head of Engagement
Location: Wales/Midlands (Remote with national travel)
Yolk Recruitment’s Public Sector and Not-for-Profit division is proud to be partnering with a national charity that supports communities affected or at risk of flooding, in the search for an experienced Head of Engagement.
About the Role
This senior leadership position is pivotal as the bridge between flood risk management organisations and the communities we support. The role involves significant national travel and occasional evening and weekend work.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee and ensure outstanding delivery of community projects.
* Engage and empower communities, supporting and representing them and advocating for change.
* Develop the Recovery Services offer.
* Line manage staff, fostering a collaborative and productive environment; model behaviours and drive team development.
* Manage key stakeholder relationships, ensuring strong partnerships.
* Secure and manage new and existing projects in line with our strategy.
* Provide data, case studies, and research to support political influencing and fundraising activities.
* Support junior team members in project management and delivery roles; manage development pathways.
* Liaise with stakeholders to ensure smooth operational and community engagement activities.
* Manage partnerships and competing agendas for the benefit of communities.
* Identify new income streams and initiatives, working with the team to develop them.
* Develop and enhance our community engagement and recovery services.
Desired Qualifications
* Driver with own car.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Expertise in partnership working and managing stakeholders.
* Experience in managing teams and projects.
* Solution-focused mindset.
* Direct flooding experience is valuable but not essential.
Applications close on the 19th of November
Interviews will be on 24th and 26th of November
To Apply: Please contact Emily Rex at Yolk Recruitment to discuss the Head of Engagement position further.
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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