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Annual salary: up to £28,917.00 Resident Liaison Officer Thurrock Full Time Permanent Salary up to £28,917 per annum 42.5 hours per week Monday - Friday We are the largest provider of repairs and maintenance, and regeneration services across the UK. Mears provide tailored rapid-response and planned maintenance services through partnering arrangements with more than 70 local authorities, Arm's Length Management Organisations and Housing Associations. About the Role: As a Resident Liaison Officer, you will be working on our SHDF retrofit programme within the social housing background, providing a stable and profitable contract, delivering excellent service and support through our local teams, who understand the importance of working together for the local community. Providing front facing support and advice as required and delivering proactive communication throughout the works life cycle. Putting the customer at the heart of everything we do; ensuring we meet the needs of the business, our clients, and our customers. Key Criteria: <ul><li>Provide a front-line professional service to all customers - pro-actively deliver a positive face to face experience</li><li>Experience of handling multiple tasks in a high volume in a rapidly changing environment</li><li>Coordinate and deliver all customer operational related tasks and communication materials as appropriate</li><li>Ensure customer appointments are attended on time and to standard </li><li>Encourage positive relationships between Mears and the customer, ensuring all actions are followed up and communicated effectively </li><li>Support customer engagement activities across all channels</li><li>Support Customer Service Centre with resolution of front-line complaints and queries </li><li>Engage customers in a positive way, involve them in the overall delivery process, keeping them informed of progress on works and manage expectations</li><li>Convey accurate and timely information to customers and operational team, in clear simple terms</li><li>Ensure customers opinions are acknowledged and feedback into operational teams - champion customer insight solution </li><li>Experience of developing and delivering service improvements</li><li>Experience of partnership /alliance /collaborative working</li><li>Good time management, planning &amp; organisational skills</li><li>Experience of working with computerised systems</li><li>Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with strong customer experience ethos and strong communication skills</li><li>Experience of delivering community projects</li></ul>All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment. Benefits we can offer you <ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Company Van and Fuel Card</li><li>Uniform</li><li>Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!</li><li>Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.</li><li>Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more</li><li>Family friendly policies</li></ul>Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Francesca Swan (<a href="mailto:francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk</a>) If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.

Resident Liaison Officer

The Sureserve Group of businesses provides market-leading compliance and energy services across the UK, with over 3,200 employees working from over 20 offices. Sureserve Compliance South, delivers heating services within the social housing sector across London &amp; the South East. We support our clients across domestic gas, commercial gas, renewables, and electrical services. We are London's largest, most successful gas contractor, focusing on long-term contracts with our clients to offer our staff job security and progression opportunities. Role <ul> <li>The role of our Resident Liaison Officer is to act as the main point of contact for our clients and be a customer contact for compliance, escalated queries, complaints, and complex issues. The role also involves daily administration/client reporting. </li> <li>Act as the main point of contact for escalated calls from Customer Service Agents</li> <li>Work closely with operations/managers and liaise with customers to ensure smooth resolution of any complex issues, maintaining regular contact to keep customers informed of progress.</li> <li>Act as a mediator to prevent issues being escalated and reduce the number of formal complaints being raised.</li> <li>Update and provide compliance &amp; repair reports to client.</li> <li>Call customers to arrange appointments for follow up works</li> <li>Support the Customer Service Agents by providing feedback on common causes of complaints and work with the team leaders to support coaching and training needs</li> <li>Liaise with Contract Administrators to keep appraised of any issues likely to arise on individual contracts</li> <li>Assist the Complaints and Performance Officer in recording complaints and responding to complaints and requests for compensation, monitoring complaints to resolution while keeping customer up to date with progress.</li> <li>Adhere to and support K&amp;T's and their clients' policies and procedures regarding data protection and equality and diversity</li> <li>Attend Contract meetings.</li> <li>All associated ad-hoc administrative duties.</li> </ul>The successful candidate will have <ul> <li>Previous administrative experience, preferably from a social housing/construction background</li> <li>Able to provide a high level of courteous, professional customer service</li> <li>Proficient in MS Office, in particular, Outlook and Excel</li> <li>Good written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Flexible attitude with strong organisational skills</li> </ul>What we can offer you <ul> <li>Salary exchange pension</li> <li>Employee assistance programme</li> <li>28 days annual leave including bank holidays, rising by one day with each full year of service (max five additional)</li> <li>Enhanced family leave (dependent on length of service)</li> </ul>Sureserve is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate individual differences and believe that they contribute to our collective success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to Inclusivity, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals who may require them. If you feel you need any adjustments, please contact <a href="mailto:scs.careers@sureserve.co.uk" target="_blank">scs.careers@sureserve.co.uk</a> Successful applicants will be subject to eligibility checks including the right to work in the UK and DBS checks. Business Sureserve Compliance South Locations Dartford, Kent Yearly salary £26,000 - £32,000 Employment type Full-time

Client Resident Liaison Officer - Social Housing

Avenues is a place where people smile, laugh and grow - and achieve extraordinary things. Our charity runs specialist services for autistic people, people with learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries and complex needs. We work across Hampshire, South East England, London, Hertfordshire, East Anglia and Shropshire. We are pleased to offer an opportunity for a full time Tenancy Management Officer to join our well established Housing department. We are offering hybrid working and so the role will be based at our Sidcup office 2 days per week, as well as working from home. The role is Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week. As a Tenancy Management Officer you will provide our tenants with an excellent housing management service: Issuing tenancies, effective management and resolution of disputes, minimising rental arrears &amp; client debts and meeting our statutory and regulatory obligations when providing these services. You will also... <ul> <li>Ensure tenancies are in place and work with operational colleagues to ensure tenants are aware of the obligations these place upon them and the organisation.</li> <li>Provide assistance, advice and support to tenants and operational colleagues to address any tenancy disputes promptly and effectively.</li> <li>Monitor and maintain rent and charge records for tenants, working with operational colleagues and tenants to proactively address arrears.</li> <li>Provide monthly reports of arrears and bad debts to managers.</li> <li>Work closely with operational colleagues and other internal departments in the delivery of duties. Seeking out external support and clarification when necessary (e.g. legal advice) in the pursuance of duties.</li> <li>Support the annual review and setting of rents and charges for supported housing within the group, including negotiation with Housing Benefit teams.</li> <li>Ensure all new tenants are provided with a tenancy and supporting information, make relevant HB and welfare benefit claims, and accurately record detailed account of action taken on the rental systems</li> <li>Resolve tenancy disputes quickly and effectively</li> </ul>Our ideal candidate looks like this! <ul> <li>Previous experience in a similar role</li> <li>Hold a full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle for business use (mileage paid)</li> <li>Experience of successfully negotiating rent and service charges with local authorities, and understanding of exempt rents and intensive housing management charges</li> <li>Experience in successfully reducing tenancy arrears and bad debts</li> <li>Understanding of tenancies and experience in successfully enforcing tenancy obligations</li> <li>Good understanding of housing management services and relevant housing legislation</li> <li>Understanding of supported housing and the housing and accommodation needs of people with complex needs</li> <li>Good IT skills including Office 365</li> <li>Tenacious, paying attention to detail with the ability to get to the root of an issue and work with others to address it</li> <li>Possess good organisation &amp; communication skills</li> <li>Be a supportive team player helping team to be their best</li> </ul>Please refer to the role profile for full requirements of responsibilities, experience, skills and knowledge needed to be considered for this role. Your values should match ours: Respect: We treat people as we would wish to be treated ourselves. Excellence: We don't settle for okay, we are determined to achieve more. Integrity: We do the right thing, even if it takes more time and effort. Pride: The work we do is something we want to tell others we are part of. Benefits you can expect! <ul> <li>Flexible Working including working from home.</li> <li>Paid annual leave (pro rata).</li> <li>Access to high quality training that supports your career development.</li> <li>Free and confidential 24/7 access to the health portal and employee assistance programme.</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme with life assurance.</li> <li>Recommend a friend scheme.</li> <li>And more.</li> </ul>Why join us? We are committed to supporting our employees to achieve a good work-life balance and support flexible working including working from home. You'll be part of an organisation that takes pride in its values at all levels, making sure the people we support are at the forefront of our decisions. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to inclusivity and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce so we would love to hear from anyone who feels is able to take those opportunities to the next level. As part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident Scheme", candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview stage. Don't miss out on this great opportunity - we are looking forward to hearing from you today! We reserve the right to close the advert earlier than stated.

Tenancy Management Officer

Sanctuary manages rented and shared ownership homes and supports community initiatives for thousands of customers across England. Our staff help make a real difference to the quality of people's lives. Housing Officer Based at Rumsey House - Rochford, covering Rochford and surrounding areas £34,531 per year plus £600 car allowance 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 5:30pm Temporary position for up to 12 months We have an opportunity for a hardworking and committed Housing Officer, who has sound knowledge of the local area, to join our team in Rochford, working alongside 5 other Housing Officers. You will be responsible for providing a high quality housing management service that meets the identified needs of customers and the wider community. This is a varied opportunity that will see you managing a range of situations and helping to build key relationships between Sanctuary Housing and our tenants. You will have excellent negotiating skills and a flexible approach to working, as you will be required to attend some evening meetings. You will also be expected to work in a professional manner to resolve problems and improve services. The role of Housing Officer will include: <ul><li>Responsible for a patch consisting of general needs, homes for older people and affordable housing properties</li><li>Effective management of anti-social behaviour cases </li><li>Liaising with colleagues in Property Services and Lettings to ensure the effective allocation of void properties</li><li>Managing tenant expectations regarding repairs and escalating any property maintenance issues affecting tenant welfare via appropriate channels</li><li>Managing complaints about service delivery</li><li>Working with colleagues in other service areas to help the organisation meet its compliance obligations (fire safety, water hygiene, gas safety and data protection)</li><li>Delivering general advice on all aspects of tenancy to enable sustainability</li><li>Working with a range of external agencies to resolve a range of issues affecting tenant welfare including domestic abuse, anti-social behaviour, and safeguarding</li><li>Working closely with administrative colleagues to complete a range of tenancy management processes, which include tenancy conversions, permissions, mutual exchanges, successions, service charges and enforcement of tenancy breaches</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul><li>Proven experience of undertaking a similar role</li><li>Prior experience of delivering high quality tenancy services</li><li>Excellent skills in analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing solutions </li><li>Excellent communication and customer care skills</li><li>Proven experience of good practice resident involvement activities</li><li>Excellent understanding of written and spoken English</li><li>Working knowledge of relevant regulations and good practice</li><li>Travel is a requirement of the role, therefore a full valid driving licence is essential</li></ul>Why work for us? Sanctuary Housing is one of the UK's leading social landlords, providing around 70,000 homes across England. We give our residents good quality, affordable homes in communities that they can be proud of. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest any surplus we make back into the local communities we serve. Our Benefits As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering: <ul><li>25 days annual leave (pro rata)</li></ul><ul><li>A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Employee Advice Service including counselling</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Voluntary health plans </li><li>Employee discounts </li><li>Wellbeing support and tools</li><li>Employee recognition scheme</li><li>Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues</li><li>£34,531 per annum</li></ul>View the job profile (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website) Closing Date: 11 June 2025 If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you - <a href="mailto:housing.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk" target="_blank">housing.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk</a> We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application. View more detail about what it's like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - <a href="http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team</a> Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Housing Services Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

Housing Officer

Accommodation Assistant Location: Mersea Island Holiday Park Hours of work: Variable - Including Weekends Salary: £12.21 per hour What we need in a nutshell We want you to make our guest accommodation so clean that it sparkles. So clean that when guests open the door for the first time, we can hear them say "Wow!" We're not your average holiday company. Our guests come to our UK resorts to experience a world away from the day-to-day and our job is to surprise and delight them at every turn. We need you to deliver delight by cleaning and preparing guest accommodation to our high, high standards - and then a little bit higher! This includes: <ul><li>changing beds</li><li>vacuuming, dusting and cleaning bedrooms and living spaces</li><li>cleaning and restocking bathrooms and kitchens</li></ul>And who knows what else you may find yourself doing. If you're happy to help even when it's 'not your job,' you're our sort of person. One more thing...holidays happen at holiday times, so you will need to work your magic on bank holidays too. If you can demonstrate the following, we'd love to hear from you: <ul><li>Knowing what clean means - which includes attention to detail and getting a genuine thrill from a job well-done</li><li>A friendly and helpful attitude - delightful when you meet guests and good at communicating within your team</li><li>Great at working under pressure</li></ul>It's the icing on the cake if you have experience in a housekeeping role in the hospitality sector. It's about your values too. We have a can-do, fun loving, people centered ethos here at Away Resorts, which is captured by our holiday heroes' mantra of Attentive Amazing Lovers - have a read about it here and decide if it describes you. Want to join our team? Here's how to apply Just click on the Apply Now button and follow the instructions. To find out more about what it's like to work for Away Resorts, check us out at <a href="http://www.awayresorts.co.uk/careers" target="_blank">www.awayresorts.co.uk/careers</a>. Good Luck!

Accommodation Assistant

Housing Assistant Phoenix House, Basildon - covering Essex and East London £14.01 per hour 37.50 hours per week Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Housing Support Assistant at our Support Service at Phoenix House, Basildon. At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible. We're a national organisation, but we're not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We're committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence. No matter your job - delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams - your work makes a difference every day. And working with us isn't just another job. It's rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people's lives. Plus, we'll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits. The role of Housing Support Assistant will include: • Supporting the Housing &amp; Contract Manager to deliver an effective, enhanced housing management service to Sanctuary Supported Living customers • Assisting with tenancy and voids management and maintaining occupancy levels • Supporting and promoting compliance with Health &amp; Safety policies and procedures and undertaking key compliance activities • Building and maintaining relationships with customers and internal and external key stakeholders • Managing the procurement and availability of supplies, furniture, and equipment within our schemes • Recording and updating relevant data, maintaining effective filing systems • Contributing to special projects and change programmes as appropriate Skills and experiences: • Previous experience delivering tenancy services • Experience working to deadlines and prioritising workload • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office packages • Literacy and numeracy to the equivalent of Grade C English and Maths GCSE • NVQ2 or equivalent in relevant area • Ability to extract and interrogate data • Some experience in the use of housing management systems or similar is desirable • Travel will be a requirement of the role; therefore, a full valid driving licence and access to car is essential Are you ready to be your best? Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we'll reward you: • At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays) • A pension scheme with employer contributions • A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers • Health and well-being plans • Life assurance • Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working • Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme • A wide range of learning and development opportunities Job reference: 224663 We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK. If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application. We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don't miss out, please apply early. Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

Housing Support Assistant

Company Description United Living is a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. We help our customers and the communities they serve benefit from resilient infrastructure, affordable homes, and improved living spaces that are fit for the future. Our mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure, to create a more sustainable and inclusive society. United Living Group is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future; Property Services, Infrastructure Services, New Homes and Connected. We are recruiting for a Resident Liaison Officer to join us on a 12 month FTC within our Property Services pillar: Property Services - We revitalise homes and communities through the regeneration of living spaces, breathing new life into neighbourhoods. From delivering large programmes of work for social housing providers, to ensuring the highest building safety standards, we provide a range of services for public sector clients. Job Description As a vital member of our team, you will make a genuine difference to the lives of the people we work with and have the opportunity to develop your career in property services. As a Resident Liaison Officer, you will be a visible point of contact for customers, engaging through newsletters, meetings, visits, and open days. You will ensure residents are aware of the works processes and communicate updates or changes accordingly. In addition, you will provide a high standard of customer care and aftercare - ensuring works are completed satisfactorily and managing expectations between residents, the client and our operations teams. This role will be based onsite in Woodford Green (will not be travelling to multiple sites) and will be a one year FTC. Qualifications As a Resident Liaison Officer, you will be the first point of contact for residents, requiring exceptional customer service and clear, confident communication. Strong organisational and time management skills are essential. You'll need to manage potentially challenging situations with professionalism and empathy, ensuring residents feel informed, respected, and supported at every stage. While previous experience in a resident liaison role may be beneficial, it is not essential. We are looking for someone with real drive, enthusiasm and determination to make a meaningful impact whilst using their initiative. If you're someone who wants to make their mark, can work independently as well as part of a team, and brings energy and commitment to everything you do, we want to hear from you. This is a public-facing role that requires discretion, resilience under pressure, and the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Additional Information If you are a Resident Liaison Officer or Customer Service Professional seeking a dynamic and diverse work environment, we're offering: <ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Opportunities for career progression aligned with the company's growth</li><li>Immediate interview for qualified candidates</li></ul>All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Description United Living is a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. We help our customers and the communities they serve benefit from resilient infrastructure, affordable homes, and improved living spaces that are fit for the future. Our mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure, to create a more sustainable and inclusive society. United Living Group is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future; Property Services, Infrastructure Services, New Homes and Connected. We are now recruiting for a Resident Liaison Officer within out Property Services pillar: Property Services - We revitalise homes and communities through the regeneration of living spaces, breathing new life into neighbourhoods. From delivering large programmes of work for social housing providers, to ensuring the highest building safety standards, we provide a range of services for public sector clients. Job Description As a vital member of our team, you will make a genuine difference to the lives of the people we work with and have the opportunity to develop your career in property services. As a Resident Liaison Officer, you will be a visible point of contact for customers, engaging through newsletters, meetings, visits, and open days. You will ensure residents are aware of the works processes and communicate updates or changes accordingly. In addition, you will provide a high standard of customer care and aftercare - ensuring works are completed satisfactorily and managing expectations between residents, the client and our operations teams. This role will require travel across Northeast London and Essex, as such you will need a driver's license and your own vehicle to be considered. Qualifications As a Resident Liaison Officer, you will be the first point of contact for residents, requiring exceptional customer service and clear, confident communication. Strong organisational and time management skills are essential. You'll need to manage potentially challenging situations with professionalism and empathy, ensuring residents feel informed, respected, and supported at every stage. While previous experience in a resident liaison role may be beneficial, it is not essential. We are looking for someone with real drive, enthusiasm and determination to make a meaningful impact whilst using their initiative. If you're someone who wants to make their mark, can work independently as well as part of a team, and brings energy and commitment to everything you do, we want to hear from you. This is a public-facing role that requires discretion, resilience under pressure, and the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Additional Information If you are a Resident Liaison Officer or Customer Service Professional seeking a dynamic and diverse work environment, we're offering: <ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Opportunities for career progression aligned with the company's growth</li><li>Immediate interview for qualified candidates</li></ul>All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Trust offers hybrid working, with staff splitting their time between offices, reserves, visitor centres and some remote work, depending on their role. This role is based at Tyland Barn, Maidstone; travel will be required as needed. About us: Kent Wildlife Trust is the county's leading conservation charity with more than 31,000 members and over 1000 registered volunteers. We manage and protect over 9000 acres of land across more than 90 different sites and nature reserves, alongside 2 visitor centres. But we can't save nature alone. So, we work closely with local communities, businesses, organisations and individuals to protect and restore wildlife and wild spaces and create a wilder Kent for the benefit of people and the planet. What you'll be doing: We are looking for a passionate and committed leader in community engagement to drive forward our mission at Kent Wildlife Trust. Our goal is to see 25% of people in Kent taking action for nature by 2030. As Wilder Engagement Manager, you will lead our Wilder Engagement Team to develop and implement innovative approaches to community organising and stakeholder engagement, ensuring people and wildlife can thrive together. This role is pivotal in delivering real change for nature, empowering communities, and integrating social science into our conservation work. Your key responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Community &amp; Stakeholder Engagement - Building and nurturing relationships with local communities and key stakeholders to support coexistence with wildlife.</li><li>Community Organising - Leading and implementing an evidence-based approach that empowers communities to take meaningful action for nature.</li><li>Social Science &amp; Impact Measurement - Overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of our engagement efforts, working closely with the Monitoring &amp; Evidence team.</li><li>Leadership &amp; Collaboration- Managing and supporting a team of passionate community organisers while working in partnership with a wide range of organisations and experts.</li><li>Strategic Development - Championing community organising within Kent Wildlife Trust, influencing best practices and securing sustainable funding for engagement initiatives.</li></ul>Our work includes exciting species reintroduction and wilding projects such as Pine Martens, European Bison, Red-billed Chough, and Beavers, as well as large-scale landscape restoration projects. You will play a vital role in ensuring these projects are developed in partnership with communities, creating lasting change for both people and wildlife. What we need you to bring: You are a passionate and driven leader, committed to supporting communities and empowering local people to take action for nature. You will thrive in this role if you: <ul><li>Have experience in community engagement, organising, or stakeholder relationship management.</li><li>Are an excellent communicator who can build relationships with diverse groups, from local volunteers to policymakers.</li><li>Are strategic and solutions-focused, with the ability to lead, inspire and support a team.</li><li>Have knowledge or experience of social science methodologies for monitoring and evaluation.</li><li>Understand the barriers to community involvement in conservation and have ideas for how to overcome them.</li><li>Have experience working with underrepresented groups and are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice.</li></ul>If you are passionate about connecting people and nature, we want to hear from you. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Please read the job description for the full person specification. Kent Wildlife Trust believes that everyone has a responsibility to safeguard children, young people, and adults at risk; we are committed to ensuring their safety and wellbeing is at the heart of our engagement with people. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to references, Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks as appropriate to the role. Appointment is dependent upon a satisfactory DBS check. We are unable to recruit anyone who does not have a right to work in the UK. What we will offer in return: We offer exceptional enhanced benefits. Recognising the wellbeing pressures related to the climate and nature crises we face as a society, we provide flexible work options, wellbeing initiatives, and professional development opportunities. Whatever stage of your career you're at, our comprehensive benefits package at Kent Wildlife Trust can be a key factor in your choice to join us. Next steps: If you're ready to join our team and help us create a Wilder Kent, simply click "Apply now" to apply via our website. Here you can find out more about the role and complete the online application form. Be sure to include your personal statement in the space provided and upload your CV, and take a moment to review the guidance notes for helpful tips. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at Tyland Barn, Maidstone on 13th June 2025. We will let unsuccessful candidates know if they have not been shortlisted. If you'd like to learn more about the role before applying, feel free to email <a href="mailto:jobs@wilderkent.org.uk" target="_blank">jobs@wilderkent.org.uk</a>. The Kent Wildlife Trust Group is Wild About Inclusion. To us, this means inspiring, empowering and engaging people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities, to change the natural world for the better. It also means cultivating inclusive workspaces that are free from discrimination, where differences are celebrated, everyone can be themselves and flourish, just like nature!

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