Engagement Coordinator

6 days ago

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Suffolk Jobs Direct Full time £30,000 - £40,000 per year
Description
  • Suffolk Association of Local Councils
  • Address: Units 1 and 2, Hill View Business Park, Old Ipswich Road, Claydon, Ipswich, Suffolk IP6 0AJ
  • Salary: £34,434 - £38,220 per annum (pro rata)
  • Hours: 15 hours per week
  • Contract:  Fixed Term for 3 years
  • Reference: 0514

The Suffolk Association of Local Councils (SALC) is looking for an Engagement Coordinator.

The role

To lead and coordinate SALC's support to the sector for Suffolk's Nationally Strategic Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) ensuring that local councils and parish meetings are equipped to engage effectively at each stage of the process.

You will develop approaches, utilise, and bring to life published guidance by designing practical tools, deliver workshops, work with other experts and partners and provide updates and information. The postholder, on occasion, will also be required to travel across parts of Suffolk.

Main responsibilities

  • Work closely with town and parish councils and parish meetings.
  • Create partnerships and inform stakeholders across the sector in Suffolk and beyond to help streamline communication for each project.
  • Research best practice both nationally and locally, analyse issues, trends and adapt guidance and support accordingly.
  • Create blogs, newsletters, briefings, and host workshops.

You don't need to be a planning expert, as in particular we are looking for someone who:

  • has a good standard of literacy and numeracy
  • is self-driven and analytically minded 
  • has proven skills in managing projects
  • is an excellent communicator and a team player with a talent for building awareness and engagement.

About us

Suffolk Association of Local Councils (SALC) has a long-standing reputation as a trusted voice across the local government sector in Suffolk and have supported town and parish councils and parish meetings for over 75 years.  Recognised as County Association of the Year in 2024 and a finalist in 2025 as part of the National Association of Local Council's Star Council Awards, SALC is proud to be recognised as delivering high-quality and responsive services.

This is a new post, and you will join a small dedicated professional team working together to meet the needs of over 400 town and parish councils across Suffolk.

We offer flexible working arrangements and are happy to consider individual preferences alongside the needs of the role. We also offer enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.

To find out more

Please read the Job Description (pdf), which is also available on the SALC website

Contact Sally Longmate by calling available Monday - Wednesday only).

How to apply

To apply, please submit your completed Application Form (Word) and Monitoring Form (Word) by email to -

Visit the SALC website for more information including the application pack and how to apply. 

Closing date: 5.00 pm, 7 January 2026.

Interview date: Week commencing 12 January 2026.

Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

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