Engagement Officer

Voluntary Action Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An inspiring new project in Sheffield is seeking a passionate team member to engage communities through music. This role involves developing relationships with local stakeholders, schools, and organizations to promote inclusivity in the arts. Join a vibrant team dedicated to restoring a historic venue and creating opportunities for children and young people to learn, practice, and perform. If you're innovative and energetic, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with local groups and organizations.
• Facilitate partnerships to increase support for the project.

Job description

Are you passionate about working with communities to promote the benefits of music?

Do you want to support more inclusive opportunities for people to enjoy the arts and heritage?

Harmony Works is restoring and extending Grade II* listed Canada House in the centre of Sheffield as an inspiring new home for musical activity. We will open the doors of a stunning heritage building for the first time in decades to provide spaces to learn, practise, create, perform and socialise, particularly for children and young people.

To help Harmony Works deliver our vision, we are seeking a skilled, motivated, innovative, and energetic new team member to co-create and deliver an exciting programme of engagement and participation.

Key Relationships

The post-holder will work as part of a team, supporting, developing, and managing existing relationships with key project stakeholders. They will reach out to develop new relationships with individuals, local groups, schools, and organizations to facilitate partnerships, increase awareness of and support for the project, and recruit volunteers. This is a new role.

Application Process

If you would like to apply, please email Hannah Watson at [e-mail] with your CV and a short supporting statement (max 2 sides A4) explaining why you are interested and how you meet the person specification, referring to the job description.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 19 May.

Interviews will be held in Sheffield on 5 and 6 June. We will contact you to arrange a suitable time.

We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment is subject to valid right to work in the UK.

Job Details

• Location: Sheffield
• Type of Contract: Full Time
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Generous holiday allowance and flexible working options
• Closing Date: 19 May 2025

How to Apply

To apply, email Hannah Watson at [e-mail] with your CV and supporting statement.

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