Community, Participation & Volunteering Manager - Carmarthenshire Summary As the new NT Community, Participation & Volunteering Manager in the Carmarthenshire & Ceredigion region, you'll be at the heart of our mission to connect our sites with local and young people - leading inclusive, collaborative work that deepens connections between communities and partners, and the nature, beauty and history we care for. The Welsh translation of this advert is available in attachments. What it's like to work here This is a role for someone who loves enabling young people to thrive, and you'll champion putting their voice at the centre of everything we do. You'll be a crucial cog in the team working closely with team members to inspire collective care and participation. You'll play a key role in increasing access to both nature and heritage by understanding needs and motivations, working with the property teams to challenge barriers and enhance a culture where enabling access is embedded and championed. Your principal place of work will be Dinefwr, Llandeilo, though your role will also support Dolaucothi Goldmine and Llanerchaeron in the Carmarthenshire & Ceredigion region. What you'll be doing Embedding inclusive community and participation practices across the property, you'll lead change through coaching, collaboration and continuous improvement. Key to your role will be the maintenance and development of existing local stakeholder relationships as well as building relevant strategic partnerships and networks to deliver greater public benefit and profile. You'll support the existing volunteer offer as well as exploring new opportunities for wider engagement, specifically with young people. Your work will enhance their experience and understanding of our places whilst developing their confidence and connection to them. Who we're looking for Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: proven experience in thinking strategically, understanding broader internal and external contextual issues well versed in identifying and building effective partnerships, delivering tangible measurable outcomes proven experience of engagement impact assessment methodologies strong partnership working and stakeholder management experience proven ability to identify, diversify and grow participation proven ability to grow and diversify public perception excellent communication skills through influencing and team-working skills a proven ability to create positive, inclusive experiences for young people Additional criteria for all other applicants: professional knowledge of community engagement, participatory practice and inclusive volunteering strategic thinking and strong analytical skills experience of leading change and building partnerships across diverse teams / sectors The package The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places