Community Engagement Assistant

Community Engagement Assistant

Closing date: Monday 6 January 2025
Salary: £23,342.33 Pro rata per annum
Contract type: Fixed term / Working hours: Part time

Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust is looking for a passionate and organised Community Engagement Assistant to support our innovative community-led approach to nature conservation. This 9-month part-time role is based in Leicester, with flexible hours and opportunities to work closely with diverse communities. You will play a vital role in helping local people and groups build knowledge and skills, empowering them to take action for wildlife and create pride in their neighbourhoods through nature-based initiatives.

Responsibilities

1. Building positive relationships between the Trust and community organisations.
2. Facilitating local events and supporting initiatives that enable community members to lead their own projects.
3. Organising workshops, pop-up events, and consultations.
4. Fostering self-supporting networks of community champions for nature.

Qualifications

1. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire individuals from diverse backgrounds.
2. A proven track record in organising and delivering community events or projects.
3. Experience in building collaborative relationships with community groups.
4. Excellent organisational abilities and a proactive, adaptable approach to managing a varied workload.
5. Familiarity with Leicester\’s communities and an understanding of barriers to engagement will be an advantage.

A core aspect of this role involves embracing a Community Organising approach, which empowers people to identify shared goals, develop leadership skills, and foster connections within their community. It\’s about facilitating—not leading—and supporting individuals to create change for themselves. This philosophy aligns with our Team Wilder initiative, which encourages collaboration and innovation to make a real difference for wildlife.

We are looking for someone with a passion for inclusion, a strong work ethic, and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team. If you\’re ready to inspire and enable community-powered change, we\’d love to hear from you!

Please apply using the provided application form, as we\’re unable to accept CVs. Send completed applications to [insert email].

Closing date for applications – 6th January 2025
Date of Interviews – week commencing Monday 13th January

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