CR0 2BX
Engagement Project Coordinator
£40,000
Part-time
Description
Job Title: Freelance Engagement and Project Coordinator
Contract Type: Part-time, Fixed Term Contract (Approximately 55 days spread December – April)
Location: Remote (occasional travel for in-person gatherings such as interviews and focus groups will be required)
Salary: £350 Day Rate
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Freelance Engagement and Project Coordinator to play a pivotal role in the grant-funded My Vote My Voice campaign, aimed at ending inaccessible voting for underrepresented communities. This non-partisan initiative, led by United Response, Dimensions, and Mencap, has already garnered support from over 190 disability organizations and 23 parliamentarians who have signed our Charter to make accessible voting a reality. This campaign is funded by the Social Democracy Fund (Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust) and supported by the Electoral Commission.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and prioritize project elements to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery within budget.
Engage with stakeholders with lived experience to design and deliver effective public participation and engagement activities.
Facilitate participatory workshops and voter registration events tailored to a wide range of accessibility needs.
Work towards specific KPIs, project milestones, and targets.
Promote co-production in all aspects of the campaign.
Essential Criteria
To be successful in this role, you will need:
A passion for widening access to democratic education.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle a diverse workload effectively.
Experience in public participation, particularly in engaging and working with stakeholders with lived experience.
Expertise in facilitation, designing, and delivering inclusive workshops and events.
Proven experience in achieving KPIs, milestones, and targets.
A track record of successful co-production initiatives.
Who We Are
United Response is a leading national charity dedicated to providing care and support for individuals in their own homes. We champion the rights of the people we support, enabling them to live, work, socialize, and participate in their communities free from discrimination and unnecessary barriers. Our values— creativity, strength, honesty, responsiveness, and unity —guide everything we do.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At United Response, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee an interview for all disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We are also a committed Mindful Employer, ensuring that applicants with disabilities are fully supported throughout the recruitment process.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter to [email protected].
Additional Information:
This position is subject to a DBS Check, the cost of which will be met by United Response.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications
Expiry date: 23/12/2024
Engagement Project Coordinator
Salary
£40,000
Job Type
Part-time
Location
CR0 2BX
Our Commitments
Disability Confident
Climate Conscious
Hiring Local
Building Diverse Workforces
Flexible Working
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