Community Engagement Coordinator

Job Summary The Mill is a vibrant and inclusive community hub, founded on Asset Based Community Development principles to build on the strengths of the people and community around us – we are run by the community for the community, through our approach of community co-creation. Since our establishment in 2011 Job Description In this role, you will work to reach those members of our community who are not yet using The Mill, especially those who are isolated, disconnected or face barriers to…

Job Summary

The Mill is a vibrant and inclusive community hub, founded on Asset Based Community Development principles to build on the strengths of the people and community around us – we are run by the community for the community, through our approach of community co-creation. Since our establishment in 2011

Job Description

In this role, you will work to reach those members of our community who are not yet using The Mill, especially those who are isolated, disconnected or face barriers to participation. Through proactive outreach and via inclusive community co-creation, you’ll bring new voices into The Mill, enabling them to shape and lead future programmes. You will build external partnerships, deliver a programme of inclusive events, support diverse volunteer recruitment and coordinate outreach activity, to ensure that The Mill becomes a more reflective and representative space.

Job Requirements

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications Essential – Good standard of written and spoken English and numeracy Desirable – qualification or relevant training in community outreach or similar

Knowledge and Experience (Essential) Proven experience in outreach work within a similar setting or charity, CIC or community group Proven track record in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with multiple stakeholders including local community groups, user groups, statutory bodies Experience of planning and delivery of a programme of activities and events Demonstrable experience working with and building relationships with people from diverse communities Experience of managing a budget Knowledge of Safeguarding as it relates to a community setting

Skills and Abilities ( Essential) Able to work effectively in a volunteer led environment with The Mill’s diverse staff, volunteers and users showing a commitment to promoting diversity, equality and inclusion. Excellent ve

Job Responsibilities

Principal areas of responsibility

Community Outreach

Identify and form partnerships with diverse community groups in the area by going out into diverse community settings to encourage new people to get involved with The Mill, growing our visitor base by 20% and supporting newcomers to make things happen at The Mill that are relevant to them and their community. Using an asset based community development approach to this – you will involve current Mill volunteers, visitors and supporters as much as possible in reaching out into the community.

Develop partnerships and greater awareness of The Mill among local voluntary and community and faith sector organisations, including where appropriate through the Waltham Forest Council for Voluntary Service (CVS).

Devise, plan and produce an annual inclusive programme of events incorporating the needs as identified from outreach findings to serve people in the area. You will coordinate and lead a volunteer events team and work with the staff