Engagement and Support Officer (closing date: 08/08/23)

TN United Kingdom; Swansea; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engagement and Support Officer to enhance employment-focused support in the community. This role involves raising awareness of the programme, engaging participants, and collaborating with local groups to address complex barriers to employment. The position offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the community, working within a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about community engagement and want to contribute to meaningful initiatives, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement and support roles is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support programme development and engage local community members.
• Work closely with various providers to deliver high-quality services.

Job description

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Engagement and Support Officer (closing date: 08/08/23), Swansea

Client: City & County of Swansea

Location: Swansea

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 202dd46fee92

Job Views: 27

Posted: 24.03.2025

Expiry Date: 08.05.2025

Job Description:

Swansea Council is currently looking to recruit an Engagement and Support Officer. The Welsh Government's Communities For Work Plus Employability Grant will provide the infrastructure to support the ongoing delivery of the current Employability Programme, enabling Lead Delivery Bodies to enhance their employment-focused support for those, often with complex barriers, who are furthest from the labour market.

The post holder will work closely with local community groups and individuals to raise the profile and awareness of the programme, creating opportunities to identify new participants and engaging and enrolling them onto the programme.

The post holder will provide key support for all aspects of programme development and capacity building initiatives, being responsive to local needs and working within set Programme guidance.

They will provide a flexible, high-quality service, working in partnership with many providers internal and external to the Council, and will be expected to work as part of an integrated team.

This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic and rewarding role in a community setting.

For an informal discussion, please contact Joanna Fenn on [contact information].

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