VCS Employability and Communities Lead
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
31/05/2023
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 18/06/2023 23:59
Salary:
£35,411 - £39,493
Job Category:
Regeneration/ Economic Development
Employment Location:
County Hall, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2UA
Further Information
The Northumberland County Council Economy and Regeneration service has a brand new role for a Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Employability and Communities Lead at a critical time for development of a more Inclusive Economy in Northumberland and across the North East.
The role responds to new opportunities in the context of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, North of Tyne Employability Plan, Employment Partnerships and Inclusive Economy ambitions to support delivery of Northumberland priorities of Economic Growth and Addressing Inequalities. Working as part of the Employability and Inclusion team, the role will work directly with organisations serving communities in Northumberland, understanding their needs in delivering services to increase economic activity and social wellbeing, and develop more inclusive local economies.
An initial task will be to establish an Inclusive Economy Community Partnership of stakeholders and manage the Communities and Place element of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
The role will provide a key point of contact between the Council's Economy and Regeneration service and the VCS.
The role is offered to March 2025 initially and will be reviewed for extension.
The successful candidate will be offered:
· A starting salary of £35,411 - £39,493 (Band 8) depending on experience
· Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
· A wide range of staff benefits including a competitive annual leave provision
· Flexible working arrangements
· For further information about working for Northumberland County Council, please click here:
http://www.northumberland.gov.uk/working
Candidates will have an excellent understanding of engaging with communities and VCS infrastructures and significant experience of partnership working and collaboration. There will be a drive to support community development and improve the life chances of residents. Innovative thinking and the ability to identify opportunities and drive performance are critical. Excellent project management, stakeholder management, and communication skills are essential
Northumberland is world-renowned as a visitor destination and an ideal location to strike a perfect work/life balance. There is no better way of enjoying the picturesque scenery and stunning coastline than on an everyday basis!
Northumberland County Council’s (NCC) vision is “To make Northumberland a county which you regard as a great place to live, in which you can access the activities you enjoy, whilst having the opportunity to learn and thrive”.
For further information about NCC, please visit our website.
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:
· 25 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for
part-time employees)
· Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
· Flexi scheme – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
· Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along
with various national brands
· Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing,
home working, flexible working, term-time only, and compressed hours
· Car leasing scheme
Further information
Please note that this is a permanent position but applications on a secondment or part-time basis would be considered for the right applicant. For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please check the Northumberland Council website.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk or ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to attend an interview, please also let the team know. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications
Please note
This job is closed for applications.