Job Description
The Role
We are seeking to appoint an Engagement Officer to work as part of the Rural Wales Local Policy and Innovation Partnership (Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales), funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales brings together researchers, policymakers and communities to tackle the major challenges facing the region. It aims to promote inclusive, sustainable, development towards a ‘wellbeing economy’ by filling evidence gaps, exploring innovative solutions and enhancing the use of research to support effective policies. The work programme engages a range of people in innovation labs to develop and test novel interventions, community-led research projects focused on local concerns, dialogues, new data collection through surveys and short studies, and the creation of a Rural Wales Data Hub. The post-holder will support public engagement, knowledge exchange, and communications activities for Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales, including organising events and workshops, managing website content and social media accounts, and assisting with the dissemination of research findings to diverse audiences through a range of media. The post will be based in Aberystwyth, working closely with the Cymru Wledig LPIP Rural Wales Policy and Engagement Manager and other members of the professional services team, but will involve work with colleagues in other organisations in Wales and travel for meetings and events. Hybrid working arrangements will be considered.