Stakeholder Engagement and Social Value Coordinator

Aureos; Andover; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Aureos is seeking a Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator to support the Customer Sustainability and Social Value Manager on the SSEN GSP contract, focusing on building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring compliance with project standards and health & safety regulations.

You will help promote sustainability and social value, manage communications, coordinate events and training, and support reporting to senior management and community

Qualifications

• Essential: at least 2 years of experience in a Stakeholder Engagement or Community Liaison role.
• Desirable: experience with sustainability reporting and the Utilities sector.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage stakeholder engagement strategy reports.
• Facilitate communication with community groups, government agencies and NGOs.
• Maintain accurate records of sustainability metrics and social value initiatives.
• Assist with daily administrative tasks and scheduling.
• Support planning and execution of sustainability events and community activities.
• Prepare progress reports and presentations for stakeholders and senior management.
• Research industry best practices and regulatory requirements to inform strategy.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Community liaison

Data management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator will support the Customer Sustainability and Social Value Manager on the SSEN GSP contract, with a focus on building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This role will ensure compliance with project delivery standards, commercial objectives, and health & safety regulations. The Coordinator will play a key role in promoting sustainability, social value, and community engagement within the utilities sector.

JOB CONTENT

Primary tasks and duties:

• Stakeholder Strategy: Prepare, implement and manage stakeholder engagement strategy reports to include community impact assessments, stakeholder mapping and communications plans for major capital investment schemes.
• Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate communication with stakeholders such as community groups, government agencies, and non-profit organisations to gather feedback, provide updates, and coordinate collaborative initiatives.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate records of sustainability metrics, stakeholder engagement activities, and social value initiatives through organised databases and spreadsheets.
• Administrative Support: Assist with daily administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, preparing documents, and coordinating team correspondence.
• Event Coordination: Support the planning and execution of events, workshops, and community engagement activities focused on sustainability and social value, handling logistics, registration, and materials.
• Report Generation: Prepare reports, presentations, and other communication materials to share progress, achievements, and challenges with both stakeholders and senior management.
• Research: Conduct research on industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging trends in sustainability and stakeholder engagement to support strategy development and decision-making.

Secondary tasks and duties:

• Community Outreach: Assist in community outreach programs that enhance social value and foster positive relationships with local communities affected by the project’s operations.
• Training and Education: Contribute to the development and delivery of training programs to raise awareness of sustainability and social value initiatives within the organisation.
• Partnership Development: Identify and assess potential partnership opportunities with external organizations, academic institutions, and industry peers to expand the impact of sustainability projects.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor and track KPIs related to sustainability, stakeholder engagement, and social value, analysing trends to inform areas for improvement.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications and Training

Essential: At least 2 years of experience in a Stakeholder Engagement or Community Liaison role.

Desirable: Experience with sustainability reporting or social impact initiatives. Experience in the Utilities sector.

Knowledge

Essential: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience managing databases.

Desirable: Knowledge of the energy, utilities, or construction industries. Understanding of the structures and functions of government agencies and political stakeholders. Familiarity with local community groups, schools, and charities in the Southwest region.

Whether you are looking for progression in your new role or for your forever job, we will happily welcome your application.

Equal Opportunities

Aureosare an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.