INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA MYSELF NLC11 £43, - £48, Join Our Team as a Community Partnership OfficerAre you passionate about empowering communities and making a real difference?
Do you thrive on building strong relationships and delivering impactful community-led projects?
If so, we want to hear from you!
North Lanarkshire Council is looking for a dynamic Community Partnership Officer to work at the heart of our communities, helping to drive positive change and foster collaboration between the council and local people.
About the RoleAs a Community Partnership Officer allocated to Shotts and district, you will: Build strong connections with community groups, acting as a trusted point of contact.· Facilitate and support meaningful community-led projects like heritage initiatives, play areas, and other local priorities.Collaborate with community boards to empower residents and enhance decision-making.
Promote community empowerment through initiatives like the Community Empowerment Challenge Fund.Contribute to our local development programme, ensuring approved projects deliver real benefits for communities.Work closely with partners to shape services that respond to local needs.About YouWe're looking for a proactive and people-focused professional who:Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.As well as interpersonal and organisational skills, and a proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.Can manage multiple projects and deliver results.Understands the importance of community engagement and empowerment.Is passionate about making a difference in local communities.A degree/ HND or other post-graduate or professional qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline (such as Community Planning, Community Development, Community Capacity Building, Community Learning and Development etc.)
Significant experience in working with communities, and good understanding about community capacity building and community development methodologies.Experience working with Community and Voluntary Sector organisations and providing advice and support which helps them improve and develop.A proactive and confident approach, with a commitment to promoting community empowerment and sustainable development.What We OfferYou will have the opportunity to make a real impact across North Lanarkshire by helping local communities thrive.
If you are a team player with a passion for community work, we would love to hear from you.In return, a competitive salary is offered along with opportunities for personal and professional development.
Apply Today!If you're ready to inspire, engage, and empower communities, we'd love to hear from you.
Together, we can make North Lanarkshire the place to Live, Learn, Work, Invest and Visit.
Next Steps:To learn more about this role, please review the full job description and person specification.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Gary Stark at or .Notes:The post may involve evening and weekend workInterviews are likely taking place from Wednesday 15 January - Friday 17 January Successful candidates are subject to a basic disclosure check via Disclosure ScotlandWorking here at North Lanarkshire CouncilIf you're considering a career with us, you'll be keen to know what's in it for you.
We have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family.
This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays*, and a wide range of benefits available to you, find out more at work well NL.
We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.