Community Engagement Specialist
19 hours ago
**Job Description:**
We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Community Engagement Specialist 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.
The successful candidate 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 neighborhoods through nature-based initiatives. They will organize workshops, pop-up events, and consultations, helping to foster self-supporting networks of community champions for nature.
This position focuses on building positive relationships between the Trust and community organizations, facilitating local events, and supporting initiatives that enable community members to lead their own projects. A strong understanding of community organizing principles and experience in building collaborative relationships with community groups are essential.
A key aspect of this role involves embracing a Community Organizing approach. This method empowers people to identify shared goals, develop leadership skills, and foster connections within their community. The ideal candidate will have a passion for inclusion, a strong work ethic, and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Build positive relationships with community organizations and facilitate local events.
- Support initiatives that enable community members to lead their own projects.
- Organize workshops, pop-up events, and consultations to foster self-supporting networks of community champions for nature.
**Requirements:**
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., environmental science, community development).
- Minimum 2 years of experience in community engagement or a related field.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with Leicester's communities and an understanding of barriers to engagement.
**Salary:** £23,342.33 Pro rata per annum
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