At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with the community to research and assess local infrastructure needs.
- Company: Collaborative project between Thames Life Community Development Trust and The Open University.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, develop research skills, and contribute to meaningful community change.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing community resilience and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while building your professional network.
- Qualifications: Passion for community engagement and research; no prior experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Right to Community Infrastructure is a one‑year participatory research project delivered through a partnership between Thames Life Community Development Trust and The Open University. Across the UK, localities are experiencing a decline in social and community infrastructure, including community centres, meeting spaces, social hubs and other shared assets that support participation, wellbeing and community resilience.
The project aims to develop a new framework for understanding and assessing access to community infrastructure within the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. A Community Research Network of residents has already been recruited and trained to work alongside Thames Life and The Open University. Community researchers will contribute to research design, fieldwork, analysis and dissemination activities.
The research seeks to generate evidence that can influence future policy, investment and decision‑making relating to community infrastructure.
Community Research & Engagement Officer in Barking employer: South West Community Chaplaincy
Thames Life Community Development Trust offers a dynamic and supportive work environment for the Community Research & Engagement Officer role, fostering collaboration and innovation in addressing community needs. Employees benefit from professional development opportunities, a strong emphasis on community impact, and a culture that values inclusivity and participation, all set within the vibrant London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. Join us to make a meaningful difference while growing your career in a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to enhancing local community infrastructure.
Contact Details:
South West Community Chaplaincy Recruitment Team
