Project Officer - Local People based in York

Salary: £21,000 per annum (£16,800 per annum pro-rata)

Every day TCV works across the UK to create healthier and happier communities for everyone - communities where our activities have a lasting impact on people's health, prospects and outdoor places.

TCV is looking for someone who can engage with communities in Tang Hall and Guildhall as part of the People's Health Trust funded Local People project. We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented individual who can engage local people in identifying what positive changes they’d like to make in their community, prioritising issues and delivering solutions. For example, this might be addressing the need for more community events, by supporting the organisation of the Tang Hall Summer Family Festival and the Autumn Lantern Parade and fireworks event. 

The Project Officer will also play a key part in supporting an established community decision-making group and will administer the local community grant fund. 

As the priorities are steered by the needs identified from the local community, the activities will vary from housing related to green space to music and play! 

You’ll need to be confident in engaging and facilitating people and chairing meetings. You’ll also need to be capable of working independently and on your own initiative. 

So if you are passionate about empowering communities to address their local health and wellbeing issues, and want to be part of a vibrant TCV team, then this is the role for you. 

This is a fixed term appointment due to conclude in January 2019, with likely extension beyond that date. 

A bit more about us:
We recognise that each community and the people living there have different needs. Whether improving wellbeing, conserving a well-loved outdoor space or bringing people together to promote social cohesion and combat loneliness, TCV works together with communities to deliver practical solutions to the real life challenges they face.

For over 50 years we have adapted our work with volunteers to reflect the changing needs of communities in the UK and, by giving people a sense of purpose and belonging, we have empowered them to take control of their lives and outdoor spaces for the benefit of all.

Whilst our activities vary, our inclusive approach has remained consistent; bringing people and places together to create happy, healthy and connected communities for everyone.

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This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.  As this post requires a Criminal Record Check, please view TCV’s Ex-Offender Policy on our website. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position in The Conservation Volunteers. Only related convictions will be considered in the selection process. If a position requires a DBS Disclosure, the successful applicant will be requested to complete a Disclosure Application Form.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children - Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and all employees are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults. Familiarisation with, and adherence to, the organisational Safeguarding policies and procedures is an essential requirement of all employees, as is participation in related mandatory training.

Please note:

Unfortunately, due to the necessity to keep our costs down we are not able to respond to everyone who applies to our vacancies. Interviews will be held on w/c 9 July 2018 at our Tang Hall Community Centr office. Therefore, if you do not hear from us by this date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Closing date for completed applications is 5.00pm 06/07/2018

To apply please visit https://www2.tcv.org.uk/cgi-bin/jobs/job_vacancy?id=1665