Community Engagement Officer
- Recruiter
- Anonymous
- Location
- Aylesbury
- Salary
- Excellent Benefits Package
- Posted
- 11 Oct 2018
- Closes
- 08 Nov 2018
- Sectors
- Sport & Leisure
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
The Vale of Aylesbury Housing Trust is a Buckinghamshire based housing association providing homes and services to local communities throughout the Vale of Aylesbury, we have around 7,200 homes. We pride ourselves on working closely with residents and surrounding communities to make sure we deliver high quality housing, homes and services. We are looking for a Community Engagement Officer to help us achieve our vision and goals.
The Role:
We are currently seeking a Community Engagement officer to deliver the Trust's engagement strategy with residents.
In this key role you will empower residents to make a real difference to their lives and local communities as well as offering support and resources to ensure their voices are heard at every level of service delivery and decision making.
We are looking for someone with experience of working effectively with residents and community groups. This is a demanding role and requires someone with tenacity and a real interest in people. Superb communication skills are a must, at all levels.
As part of the Communication and Communities Team, the successful candidate will also be expected to protect and promote our company image maintaining a positive relationship with residents and stakeholders ensuring our reputation is managed throughout.
Required Skills and Experience:
* Project planning skills along with experience of Microsoft Office Suite, Publisher and Excel is also important.
* Knowledge and understanding of community development/engagement
* Excellent communication skills
* Manage groups and committees
* Ability to use Microsoft Office suite
E&D Commitment:
Our Vision and Values express our commitment to becoming a leader in our field, providing quality affordable homes and investing in Aylesbury Vale's diverse communities. As part of our continued commitment to our workforce accurately reflecting the community we represent, we especially welcome applicants from BAME backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability, as part of our ongoing commitment to Equality and Diversity.
Closing date: 31st October 2018 - midday
Interview date: 13th & 14th November 2018
The Role:
We are currently seeking a Community Engagement officer to deliver the Trust's engagement strategy with residents.
In this key role you will empower residents to make a real difference to their lives and local communities as well as offering support and resources to ensure their voices are heard at every level of service delivery and decision making.
We are looking for someone with experience of working effectively with residents and community groups. This is a demanding role and requires someone with tenacity and a real interest in people. Superb communication skills are a must, at all levels.
As part of the Communication and Communities Team, the successful candidate will also be expected to protect and promote our company image maintaining a positive relationship with residents and stakeholders ensuring our reputation is managed throughout.
Required Skills and Experience:
* Project planning skills along with experience of Microsoft Office Suite, Publisher and Excel is also important.
* Knowledge and understanding of community development/engagement
* Excellent communication skills
* Manage groups and committees
* Ability to use Microsoft Office suite
E&D Commitment:
Our Vision and Values express our commitment to becoming a leader in our field, providing quality affordable homes and investing in Aylesbury Vale's diverse communities. As part of our continued commitment to our workforce accurately reflecting the community we represent, we especially welcome applicants from BAME backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability, as part of our ongoing commitment to Equality and Diversity.
Closing date: 31st October 2018 - midday
Interview date: 13th & 14th November 2018