Strategic Engagement Lead – Housing & Communities

Camden Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Interest free loans

Staff networks

Career development and training

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Camden Council is seeking an Engagement professional to join the Engagement team, focusing on delivering council goals through strategic communications and wide stakeholder engagement. You will use insights to shape policy, ensure timely communications, and support high-level decision-making.

You will develop engagement strategies, build relationships with community groups, and coordinate consultations and events while analysing data and supporting elected members.

Qualifications

• Ability to develop and execute a strategic communications plan.
• Experience building relationships with community groups in the borough.
• Proactive planning and monitoring of community initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• High-level written and verbal communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community engagement strategies to engage local communities.
• Build and maintain relationships with community groups and stakeholders.
• Organise public consultations and events and provide support for elected members.
• Collect and analyse data, manage volunteers, and contribute to policy development.
• Assist with financial bids from resident associations and ensure effective engagement across the Council.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Networking

Policy development

Project planning

Public engagement

Research and analysis

Job description

Camden Council is seeking an Engagement professional to join the Engagement team, focusing on delivering council goals through strategic communications and wide stakeholder engagement. You will use insights to shape policy, ensure timely communications, and support high-level decision-making.

You will develop engagement strategies, build relationships with community groups, and coordinate consultations and events while analysing data and supporting elected members.