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Job Description <ul><li>Suffolk County Council</li><li>Address: Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX -Hybrid</li><li>Salary: £34,434 per annum (pro rata for part time)</li><li>Hours: 37 Hours Per Week Flexible working options available </li><li>Contract: Fixed Term (Up to 31st March 2028)</li></ul>We're focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. How? By listening to our people learning from what they say and creating a culture of mutual respect, where everyone works together to achieve great things. As a Communities Coordinator in the Suffolk Resilience Forum (SRF) and Community Action Suffolk (CAS) you'll be as keen to collaborate and build a bright future as we are. So, to make a positive impact, connect with us and connect with a fantastic career. Reimagine the possibilities. Your role and responsibilities You will: <ul><li>build effective relationships with partners and community groups and organisations across Suffolk</li><li>chair the community resilience working group providing administrative support, point of contact for multiagency liaison and assistance</li><li>liaison with partner agencies to collate information around community resilience activities across all partners within the SRF and beyond</li><li>lead the community resilience working group</li><li>support the Suffolk Voluntary Community Sector Emergencies Partnership (VCSEP), proactively engage and recruit members to the group</li><li>proactively seek training opportunities for voluntary and community sector with CAS</li><li>attend national, regional and local community resilience forums</li><li>attend partner community resilience group meetings providing a link between groups to ensure a streamlined approach to community resilience</li><li>co-design education programmes and work with communications and community officers across the SRF and CAS to develop education around enhancing resilience across communities</li><li>consider ways to evaluate community resilience success with data analysts</li><li>support community engagement events such as Suffolk Show and others. </li></ul>You will need <ul><li>An interest in communities and improving community resilience.</li><li>A desire to learn and expand your knowledge around multiagency working and enhancing resilience of communities.</li><li>Great organisational skills and be self-motivated.</li><li>To be able to work under pressure, through quieter periods and to work under your own esteem.</li><li>Great communication skills and empathy, working within a multiagency environment means liaison with a wide range of partners and complex work streams.</li><li>Experience of project management with experience of being flexible to adapt to changing timelines (Desirable).</li></ul>You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team Your role will sit within the Voluntary and Community Action team at CAS giving them access to a wide range of resources, tools, intelligence and specialist networks relating to the Voluntary Community Faith Sector Enterprise (VCFSE) sector across Suffolk. Embedded within the team with communities at the heart of activity, the post holder will be supported by colleagues and management highly experienced in working with the sector. The SRF team primary objective is to support partner agencies to be complaint with the Civil Contingencies Act (2004)and the team itself is hosted by Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service and is due to expand over the next year. Currently the team is transitioning to a new structure which includes strategic leadership from the Chief Resilience Officer (CRO). All roles are on the SRF on-call rota to provide support to major incidents in Suffolk and support the county Tactical and Strategic Coordination function and the Multi Agency Information Cell. The main partnership work is carried out on Working on Wednesday 'WoW' days which are normally hosted at Police Headquarters and Tuesdays are team working days usually based at Endeavour House. Empowering Everyone We're big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We're always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report. For more information Please contact Becky Heginbotham-Blount (she/her) or Hannah Reid (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 263610 or emailing <a href="mailto:becky.heginbotham-blount@suffolk.gov.uk" target="_blank">becky.heginbotham-blount@suffolk.gov.uk</a>or<a href="mailto:Hannah.Reid@communityactionsuffolk.org.uk" target="_blank">Hannah.Reid@communityactionsuffolk.org.uk</a> How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word). Step 2 - Click 'Apply Now' to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word). <ol><li>Can you describe a time when you worked with multiple stakeholders or agencies to deliver a project or event? What was your approach and what was the outcome?</li><li>Share an example of a creative or innovative idea you implemented. What inspired it and what impact did it have?</li><li>How do you demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in your work? Can you give a specific example?</li><li>How would you prioritise and manage multiple community initiatives or events simultaneously? Do you have any applicable examples? </li></ol> Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details). Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing<a href="mailto:recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk</a>or calling 03456 014412.If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. Closing date: 11.30pm, 17 September 2025 Interview Date: 29 September 2025 This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid About Us As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities. In return, you'll enjoy: <ul> <li>up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days</li> <li>membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li> <li>travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits</li> <li>performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase</li> <li>training and encouragement to expand your knowledge</li> <li>a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation</li> <li>diverse and active staff networks</li> <li>flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day</li></ul>Plus lots more! If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).

Communities Coordinator

The firm Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. Purpose of job Reporting into the Senior Estates Manager managing the buildings, infrastructure and supporting regulations, PPM and reactive works across a range of hard services. You will be dealing directly with staff, subcontractors, suppliers and FisCo to deliver a proactive service which supports the contractual KPI's, SLA's of the business; supporting and delivering the requirements of hard services contracts, managing the day to day operational provisions and maintenance of integrated services within the Birketts infrastructure and take on responsibilities for Health &amp; Safety, budgeting, procurement and compliance. With substantial growth plans forecasted in the coming years, the successful candidate, along with the wider Estates team, will work alongside the Head of Operations to deliverer a class leading service to the business and clients for all 7 locations of the Birketts offices currently including Bristol, Ipswich, Cambridge, Chelmsford, London, Sevenoaks and Norwich. Accountabilities <ul> <li>To ensure buildings are maintained and operated in accordance with maintenance schedules, company policies and current legislation. </li> <li>Escorting of subcontractors for various Soft and Hard Service disciplines. </li> <li>Health &amp; Safety </li> <li>Statutory and regulatory compliance. </li> <li>Planned and reactive and planned maintenance. </li> <li>Post duties and temporary cover of Front of House team (where applicable). </li> <li>Reprographics duties (where applicable). </li> <li>Deliveries and collection duties in Company Van mainly form the Norwich office to our Ipswich and Cambridge offices. </li> <li>Assisting the Records Dept. </li> <li>Be a team member and support Operations colleagues in their support of the Business.</li> </ul>The candidate <ul> <li>Previous experience and knowledge of Facilities Management (Hard and soft services).</li> <li>A good knowledge of Health and Safety regulations</li> <li>Broad M&amp;E experience, ideally with a building management background.</li> <li>Organised with the ability to prioritise workloads, meeting SLAs and deadlines.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, with ability to work with senior management where needed.</li> <li>Competent in use of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook etc) and information databases.</li> <li>Full UK Driving licence as frequent travel to other offices.</li> <li>Cover the Senior Estates officers during periods of absence.</li> </ul>Qualifications/Experience Essential: <ul> <li>Previous experience and knowledge of Facilities Management (Soft and Hard Services) </li> <li>M&amp;E experience </li> <li>A knowledge of Health and Safety regulations</li> <li>Full UK Driving licence.</li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Health &amp; Safety Training</li> <li>Fire Marshall Training</li> <li>First Aid Training</li> </ul>Equal opportunities At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: <ul> <li>25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays </li> <li>Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service</li> <li>Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed)</li> <li>Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee)</li> <li>Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme </li> <li>Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share)</li> <li>Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance</li> <li>Paid CSR Day</li> <li>Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave</li> <li>Subsidised gym membership</li> <li>Electric car scheme</li> <li>Agile/Hybrid Working Policy</li> <li>Dress for your Day Policy</li> </ul><a href="https://www.birketts.co.uk/recognition-reward-benefits/" target="_blank">https://www.birketts.co.uk/recognition-reward-benefits/</a> Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.

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