Local Nature Recovery Strategy Engagement & Skills Officer

Leicestershire County Council; Leicester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council seeks an Engagement & Skills Officer to help turn the LNRS into practical action within Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland. You will engage with authorities, environmental groups and communities, guiding projects and embedding LNRS priorities across plans and investments.

You will develop guidance, run workshops, deliver training, manage the LNRS site and digital content, and prepare reports for diverse audiences while monitoring budgets and outcomes.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification and/or demonstrable relevant experience.
• Significant practical experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership working with diverse audiences.
• Experience developing and delivering tailored education, learning and guidance materials.
• Proven track record of producing technical and non-technical reports and stakeholder communications, and analysing data.
• Knowledge of local environment, biodiversity, behavioural change, and digital/social media engagement techniques.
• Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills, including influencing decisions.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams, websites and social media platforms.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Engage with multiple sectors and organisations to embed LNRS in plans and activities.
• Provide guidance on applying LNRS priorities to plans, policies, projects and investments.
• Organise workshops, events and other engagement activities.
• Develop guidance, toolkits, case studies and learning materials; deliver training.
• Manage LNRS website and digital content; evaluate engagement and learning activities.
• Prepare reports for audiences and contribute to budget planning and monitoring.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Partnership working

Education materials development

Reports and communications

Data analysis

Communication

Driving licence

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Teams

Social media platforms

Job description

Help turn the Local Nature Recovery Strategy for Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland into practical action. We are looking for an Engagement & Skills Officer to work with local authorities, environmental organisations and communities, educational establishments and businesses helping them understand, use and embed the LNRS in their plans and activities., You will engage with multiple sectors; provide guidance on applying LNRS priorities to plans, policies, projects and investment decisions; and organise workshops, events and other engagement activities. You will develop guidance, toolkits, case studies and learning materials, deliver training, and manage LNRS website and digital content. You will evaluate engagement and learning activities, prepare reports for a range of audiences, and contribute to budget planning and monitoring.

• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification and/or demonstrable relevant experience.
• Significant practical experience of stakeholder engagement, partnership working and advocating change with diverse audiences, including direct work with local authorities, environmental organisations and communities, educational establishments and businesses.
• Experience developing and delivering tailored education, learning and guidance materials using recognised teaching and facilitation techniques, and knowledge of those techniques.
• A proven track record of producing technical and non-technical reports and stakeholder communications, and analysing data and information.
• Knowledge of, or interest in, the local environment and biodiversity, behavioural change, and digital/social media engagement techniques.
• Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills, including the ability to influence decisions, work effectively in partnerships and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams, websites and social media platforms.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

By working for Leicestershire County Council, you will be making a difference to the lives of the people and communities within Leicestershire. We aim to provide our employees with a positive and supportive work environment that helps them to enjoy a work-life balance and to look after their wellbeing. By working for Leicestershire County Council, you will be making a difference to the lives of the people and communities within Leicestershire. We aim to provide our employees with a positive and supportive work environment that helps them to enjoy a work-life balance and to look after their wellbeing.