Community Engagement and Events Officer, Sandy Town Council
Responsible to: Administration Team Leader
Salary: NJC Scale Points 7–12 (£26,403 – £28,598)
Hours: 37 hours per week, including occasional evening and weekend working
Location: Town Council Offices
Terms and Conditions: NJC for Local Government Services
Benefits:
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Training and development opportunities in local government administration
Sandy Town Council is seeking to appoint a Community Engagement and Events Officer to play a key role in strengthening communication, participation and engagement between the Council and the community it serves.
This is a varied and outward-facing role combining community engagement, events coordination, communications and frontline customer service. The postholder will support the development and delivery of the Council’s Community Engagement Strategy, manage a programme of Council-led events and markets, and act as a key point of contact for residents, stakeholders and volunteers.
The role will suit a highly organised, creative and people-focused individual who is confident working with the public, able to manage competing priorities and motivated by delivering positive community outcomes.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Supporting the development and delivery of the Council’s Community Engagement Strategy
- Coordinating and promoting Council-led events, markets and civic activities
- Managing stakeholder relationships for events, including vendors, volunteers and partner organisations
- Producing high-quality communications, including press releases, website content, newsletters and social media
- Supporting consultation activity through surveys, engagement mechanisms and feedback analysis
- Acting as a first point of contact for residents, providing information and assistance in person, by telephone and email
- Providing administrative support to events, working groups and committees as required
- Managing website and social media content to ensure accuracy, accessibility and timeliness
- Supporting volunteer recruitment, training and coordination
- Undertaking general administrative and reception duties in line with Council procedures
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience of engaging with the public in a professional and courteous manner
- Experience of producing publicity, marketing or community engagement materials
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a diverse workload
- Confidence using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and digital platforms
- A flexible and proactive approach, with willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends
Experience of community events management, social media administration, website content management or local government administration is desirable, but not essential. Relevant training or qualifications in administration, media, PR or community engagement would be advantageous.
The Town Council is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Appointment will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks.
For an informal discussion about the role or to request the Recruitment Pack, please contact the Town Clerk.
For further details and to apply, please contact the Town Clerk or request the Recruitment Pack: clerk@sandytowncouncil.gov.uk