Community Empowerment Navigator

London Borough of Havering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

London Borough of Havering is seeking two Local Area Coordinators for 6-month fixed term contracts, based in local communities and working face to face with residents. The role involves empowering people, building on strengths, and linking to housing, health, debt, isolation and other challenges.

You will collaborate with council and voluntary sector partners to deliver practical solutions and better outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience of working directly with people in an empowering way.
• Understanding of asset-based community development.
• Experience of advocacy and supporting people to plan and build on their own strengths.

Responsibilities

• Help people build and pursue their personal vision for a good life.
• Support people to stay strong, safe and connected as contributing citizens.
• Find practical, non-service solutions to problems where possible.
• Help develop more welcoming, inclusive and supportive communities.

Skills

Communication skills

Empowering approach

Advocacy

Creative thinking

Job description

London Borough of Havering is seeking two Local Area Coordinators for 6-month fixed term contracts, based in local communities and working face to face with residents. The role involves empowering people, building on strengths, and linking to housing, health, debt, isolation and other challenges.

You will collaborate with council and voluntary sector partners to deliver practical solutions and better outcomes.