BHA is a leading health and social care charity that works to challenge health inequalities and support individuals, families, and communities to improve their health and well-being.
BHA are seeking a passionate and motivated Community Engagement & Development Worker to support our Improving Black Health Outcomes (IBHO) work across Greater Manchester.
Responsibilities
* Lead assertive, culturally competent outreach to Black African and Caribbean communities across Greater Manchester.
* Support the recruitment of community members to the IBHO BioResource, contributing to research on health conditions affecting Black communities in the UK.
* Organise and facilitate meetings of the African and Caribbean Sounding Board, including agendas, speakers and follow‑up.
* Contribute to project communication plans and the design of promotional materials, including digital and social media content.
* Build strong relationships with residents, community organisations and partners, and feed community insight into the CHEM Steering Group.
Hours: 28 hours per week, worked flexibly, including occasional evening and weekend work (time off in lieu will be given)
Salary: NJC SCP 18, £31,537 per annum pro rata (actual salary £25,229.60 for 28 hours)
Location: Manchester — delivery across Greater Manchester
Contract type: Fixed term — 18 months (job share will be considered)
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata
* Birthday leave
* Employee Assistance Programme (includes income protection)
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced occupational sick pay
* Flexible working
Our Commitment to Equality
BHA For Equality is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery. We particularly welcome applications from people of ethnic minority backgrounds and LGBTQ+ people, who are currently under‑represented in our workforce.
We are a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.
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