Divisional Community Engagement Off
| Posting date: | 10 June 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 July 2025 |
| Location: | West Bromwich, West Bromwich |
| Company: | Riverside |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4574 |
Summary
Job Title: Divisional Community Engagement Officer
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £31,931 (£35,123 is achieved after 12 months successful performance in the role)
Working Hours: 35 hours per week, full time
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, Hybrid
Location: West Bromwich, Sandwell PFI
If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.
The difference you will make as a Divisional Community Engagement Officer
You will lead and manage the delivery of a quality, effective service to customers across the two PFI estates, driving continuous improvement. You will build strong operational relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to maximise the number of customers who know about the support and opportunities that are available, as well as building strong strategic partnerships with external stakeholders to secure opportunities for our customers.
About you
We are looking for someone who
- Degree in Community Development, Social Work, Housing Management or related field
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in community engagement or resident involvement
- Experience in stakeholder management and partnership working
- Ability to work with diverse communities and stakeholders
Why Riverside?
At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.
We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.
Working with us, you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive pay & generous pension
- 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
- Flexible working options available
- Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
- A wide range of benefits
Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.
Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered.