Working closely with the Disability Project Manager, the Liaison Officer will play a crucial role in the Church of England's commitment to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all. The focus is on delivering highly effective communications, training, and support, with a special emphasis on disability and accessibility. The role involves working with various groups, including the CMDDP, Disability Task Group, and Deaf Ministry Task Group, as well as Diocesan Disability Officers, to ensure an inclusive church environment.
* Develop and deliver training strategies for a diverse range of audiences on accessibility and inclusion of Deaf and disabled people.
* Implement agreed training strategies, conducting or facilitating training both online and on-site at Diocesan offices and national conferences.
* Support the Disability Project Manager in implementing the communications strategy by sourcing, developing, and publishing good news stories.
* Build a network of connections with individuals with lived experiences of disability and neurodivergence within the church.
* Organize meetings for selected working groups under the Disability Task Group and provide support to the chairpersons as needed.
* Facilitate the implementation of the Disability Project, coordinating closely with the Disability Project team.
* Nurture and channel the experiences and perspectives of those in the network, ensuring their voices are heard and represented.
* Design and deliver training on various aspects of accessibility and inclusion for Deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent people within the church.
* Stay updated with the latest developments and best practices in disability inclusion and accessibility.
* Ensure a strong safeguarding culture with regard to children and vulnerable adults, in line with Lambeth Palace's policies.
* Enthusiasm for the Church of England's commitment to pursuing the full welcome and inclusion of Deaf and disabled people.
* Broad understanding of the structures, culture, and processes of the Church of England, as well as its mission and priorities.
* Interest in the theology of Deaf and disability inclusion.
* Experience working on a multi-initiative project, demonstrating the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
* Proven experience in building and developing a network, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to synthesize information from various sources and provide clear guidance to church officers at all levels.
* Confidence and clarity in verbal and written communication, inspiring culture change and increased engagement.
* Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Sharepoint, Teams, and social media platforms.
* Willingness to travel to UK locations occasionally for work-related purposes.
* Desirable: Lived experience of disability or other body-mind identity difference, offering a unique perspective.
This is a fixed term contract until the end of December 2028
The provisional interview date for this role is 13 March 2026