The Community Participation Coordinator is responsible for developing and delivering the community engagement programme, nurturing existing partnerships, researching and expanding new partnerships. The position requires a combination of partnership building, advocacy and hands-on delivery of engagement activities.

It is a varied and fast paced role, balancing multiple local community partners, alongside everyday programme coordination, development and delivery, and working closely with the Community Participation Manager on programme management, evaluation, budgeting and reporting.

The role requires strong communication and team working skills to ensure the smooth running and integration of the programme, working closely with the Community Participation team, the Kitchen Garden team and the wider CHGT teams, while also demonstrating understanding of engagement within the heritage sector. The role will respond to your own skills, experience and interests. However, the general responsibilities have been outlined below, guided by our vision to be a place for everyone, every day.

Working hours: 30 hours per week

• Minimum of 2 - 3 years of experience in community outreach, preferably within a museum, cultural institution, greenspace or nonprofit organisation

• Experience of developing and delivering co-designed educational and community-based projects

• Proven ability to work with diverse communities and create inclusive, participatory experiences

• Experience of partnership building and advocating for underrepresent audiences

• Project management skills with experience managing multiple initiatives simultaneously

• Experience of working with and supporting artists, creatives and freelance facilitators

• Experience with and a good understanding of volunteer management and innovation in volunteering

• Understanding of current horticultural therapy and heritage practice with adults and young people, along with understanding of the National Curriculum for Key Stage 1 & 2

See the Job Description for a full list of applicant requirements & role duties.