Community Coordinator

Do you want to empower communities to turn ideas into action?

Are you a confident, proactive and passionate facilitator who enjoys seeing other people thrive?

Do you have an interest in your local environment?

We are looking for a proactive and people-focused Community Coordinator to support the delivery of an exciting programme that helps rural communities identify opportunities, build local partnerships and create positive, lasting change.

This is a highly visible role where you will bring together residents, community groups, local organisations, businesses and public sector partners to develop and support community-led projects. You will facilitate engagement, coordinate activities and help groups build the confidence, skills and structures needed to make a real impact.

You will be equally comfortable leading community events, building stakeholder relationships, supporting project delivery and communicating progress to a wide range of audiences.

To be successful for this role you will have:

• Experience in community engagement, development, stakeholder management or project coordination
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills
• The ability to build trusted relationships with a diverse range of people and organisations
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Confidence working independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Good IT and reporting skills
• A willingness to travel within rural communities and occasionally work evenings or weekends

If you have experience of community-led projects, co-production or participatory approaches along with knowledge of rural development, sustainability or regeneration initiatives this would be advantageous.

Fundraising experience is also highly beneficial

This is an outstanding opportunity for someone passionate about empowering communities, creating meaningful partnerships and helping local people shape their own future.

Please note, it is essential you have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle to be considered for this position.

Full job descriptions will be provided after an initial screening process.

Amida is an equal opportunities recruitment business and we welcome applications from all demographics.