Project Officer (Community Safety)
| Posting date: | 20 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £20,001.00 to £30,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 4 (SCP12-17) £27,711 - £30,060 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 July 2025 |
| Location: | Sunderland, SR1 3AA |
| Company: | Sunderland City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 282405 |
Summary
Sunderland City Council is launching a new Community Safety Team as part of our bold vision for safer, stronger, and more resilient neighbourhoods. We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Officer to join the Community Safety Strategy Team. This role is essential in supporting the delivery of the cityandrsquo;s Community Safety Plan and the work of the Safer Sunderland Partnership.andnbsp;
You will assist in coordinating multi-agency projects, managing communications, and supporting locality hubs to ensure effective partnership working. The role also involves analysing data to inform decision-making, preparing reports, and engaging with communities to promote safety and resilience. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative, analytical, and communication skills who is passionate about making a difference in local communities.andnbsp;
About the Roleandnbsp;
As a Community Safety Project Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of Sunderlandandrsquo;s Community Safety Plan and associated partnership action plans. Working as part of a fast-paced and proactive strategy team, your work will help ensure the smooth coordination of multi-agency initiatives that address community safety priorities across the city.andnbsp;
You will:andnbsp;
Assist with multi-agency reviews, including ASB Case Reviews, Domestic Homicide Reviews, and Offensive Weapon Homicide Reviewsandnbsp;andnbsp;
Analyse and interpret data to support intelligence-led decision-makingandnbsp;
Maintain and update community safety content on the Councilandrsquo;s website and social media platformsandnbsp;
Prepare reports, briefings, and formal documentation for internal and external useandnbsp;
Support the planning and delivery of public engagement events, community safety campaigns, and training sessionsandnbsp;
Provide administrative and operational support to the Community Safety Team and Safer Sunderland Partnershipandnbsp;
Help manage external funding returns, record keeping, and the tracking of performance metricsandnbsp;
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in your community while gaining experience in public sector project delivery, partnership coordination, and community engagement.andnbsp;
What Weandrsquo;re Looking For:andnbsp;
Weandrsquo;re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic individual with a strong sense of public service and a genuine interest in improving community safety outcomes. This role would suit someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys managing a varied workload with a mix of project support, data analysis, and public engagement.andnbsp;
You will ideally have:andnbsp;
A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in public service, community safety, project coordination, or a related fieldandnbsp;
Experience supporting multi-agency initiatives or delivering operational support within a public sector settingandnbsp;
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively to meet deadlinesandnbsp;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare professional reports, correspondence, and briefingsandnbsp;
Confident use of digital platforms and tools to manage data, update online content, and support communication campaignsandnbsp;
A methodical and analytical approach to problem-solving, with the ability to interpret and present data clearlyandnbsp;
The ability to work with sensitivity and professionalism when dealing with confidential matters or community concernsandnbsp;
A strong commitment to equality, inclusion, and engaging positively with diverse communities and stakeholdersandnbsp;
This role offers a great opportunity to develop your career in community safety and contribute to a multi-agency approach that makes a real difference across Sunderland.andnbsp;
Please note: Appointment to this post will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.andnbsp;
Why work for Sunderland City Council?andnbsp;andnbsp;
Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering secure and flexible retirement benefitsandnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;
Flexible working hours through our flexi-time schemeandnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;
Youandrsquo;ll receive 26 days annual leave (31 after 5 yearsandrsquo; continuous service), plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave through the Councilandrsquo;s flexible benefits scheme.andnbsp;
Ongoing training, professional development, and career progression opportunitiesandnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;
A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment where your contribution makes a differenceandnbsp;
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michelle Coates, Neighbourhood Enforcement Manager, by email at michelle.coates@sunderland.gov.uk
andnbsp;Applications must be completed on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil.andnbsp;andnbsp;If you need any support, contact: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk
Please note that CVandrsquo;s are not acceptable.
All communication about your application for this post will be to the email address that you register with North East Jobs. This may include details of an online assessment you may need to complete and an invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other method. Please remember to check your junk mail items.
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You will assist in coordinating multi-agency projects, managing communications, and supporting locality hubs to ensure effective partnership working. The role also involves analysing data to inform decision-making, preparing reports, and engaging with communities to promote safety and resilience. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative, analytical, and communication skills who is passionate about making a difference in local communities.andnbsp;
About the Roleandnbsp;
As a Community Safety Project Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of Sunderlandandrsquo;s Community Safety Plan and associated partnership action plans. Working as part of a fast-paced and proactive strategy team, your work will help ensure the smooth coordination of multi-agency initiatives that address community safety priorities across the city.andnbsp;
You will:andnbsp;
Assist with multi-agency reviews, including ASB Case Reviews, Domestic Homicide Reviews, and Offensive Weapon Homicide Reviewsandnbsp;andnbsp;
Analyse and interpret data to support intelligence-led decision-makingandnbsp;
Maintain and update community safety content on the Councilandrsquo;s website and social media platformsandnbsp;
Prepare reports, briefings, and formal documentation for internal and external useandnbsp;
Support the planning and delivery of public engagement events, community safety campaigns, and training sessionsandnbsp;
Provide administrative and operational support to the Community Safety Team and Safer Sunderland Partnershipandnbsp;
Help manage external funding returns, record keeping, and the tracking of performance metricsandnbsp;
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in your community while gaining experience in public sector project delivery, partnership coordination, and community engagement.andnbsp;
What Weandrsquo;re Looking For:andnbsp;
Weandrsquo;re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic individual with a strong sense of public service and a genuine interest in improving community safety outcomes. This role would suit someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys managing a varied workload with a mix of project support, data analysis, and public engagement.andnbsp;
You will ideally have:andnbsp;
A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in public service, community safety, project coordination, or a related fieldandnbsp;
Experience supporting multi-agency initiatives or delivering operational support within a public sector settingandnbsp;
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively to meet deadlinesandnbsp;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare professional reports, correspondence, and briefingsandnbsp;
Confident use of digital platforms and tools to manage data, update online content, and support communication campaignsandnbsp;
A methodical and analytical approach to problem-solving, with the ability to interpret and present data clearlyandnbsp;
The ability to work with sensitivity and professionalism when dealing with confidential matters or community concernsandnbsp;
A strong commitment to equality, inclusion, and engaging positively with diverse communities and stakeholdersandnbsp;
This role offers a great opportunity to develop your career in community safety and contribute to a multi-agency approach that makes a real difference across Sunderland.andnbsp;
Please note: Appointment to this post will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.andnbsp;
Why work for Sunderland City Council?andnbsp;andnbsp;
Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering secure and flexible retirement benefitsandnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;
Flexible working hours through our flexi-time schemeandnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;
Youandrsquo;ll receive 26 days annual leave (31 after 5 yearsandrsquo; continuous service), plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave through the Councilandrsquo;s flexible benefits scheme.andnbsp;
Ongoing training, professional development, and career progression opportunitiesandnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;
A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment where your contribution makes a differenceandnbsp;
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michelle Coates, Neighbourhood Enforcement Manager, by email at michelle.coates@sunderland.gov.uk
andnbsp;Applications must be completed on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil.andnbsp;andnbsp;If you need any support, contact: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk
Please note that CVandrsquo;s are not acceptable.
All communication about your application for this post will be to the email address that you register with North East Jobs. This may include details of an online assessment you may need to complete and an invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other method. Please remember to check your junk mail items.
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