Camborne Town Council is already on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards its Vision and Objectives. Based in the town of Camborne, an area rich in heritage and well known for its links with Richard Trevithick’s steam carriage and mining past, this is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant and forward-thinking team at Camborne Town Council as we serve the needs of our diverse community.

The Engagement Assistant plays an integral supportive role within the Town Council’s Engagement & Library Team. Managed by the Engagement Officer, the Engagement Assistant will be working towards the team’s collective aim of being a highly valued link between the Town Council and the community of Camborne, supporting communications, community projects and events.

Duties & Responsibilities of the Engagement Assistant:

· Supporting the Engagement & Library Team in running events and public consultations, including assisting the Events Manager with co-ordination of Town Council events and events in collaboration with BID and external organisations.

· Handle enquiries from members of the public, outside bodies and Councillors on the telephone, email or via social media.

· Keep the Town Council website, poster boards and social media platforms up to date, ensuring events and project information are included to keep all interested parties updated on progress and current affairs.

· Assist with the designing promotional content (digital and print) for marketing material including social media, newsletters and programmes to support engagement and the promotion of the Parish.

· Monitor engagement across digital platforms and provide monthly reports to the Engagement Officer.

· To co-ordinate and produce the Council’s bi-monthly electronic newsletter, and to promote its availability throughout the parish and beyond.

· Support the Town Council on any specific projects and initiatives that will support community engagement including the Town Deal, Neighbourhood Plan, and Climate Action.

· To undertake a range of clerical/administrative duties within the Town Council Office as required.

If you believe you would relish working in a small team with a flexible, hands-on, can- do attitude, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date for applications is: 5pm on Thursday 2nd March 2023.

Interview date: To be confirmed

Salary: SCP 4-7 £21,189 - £22,369 (Pro-rata)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible to:

Engagement Officer

Job Purpose:

To support the Engagement Officer and Town Council in providing a link between the Town Council and the local community of Camborne, supporting community projects and events.

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Keep the Town Council website, poster boards and social media platforms up to date, ensuring events and project information are included to keep all interested parties updated on progress and current affairs.

· Assist with the designing promotional content (digital and print) for marketing material including social media, newsletters and programmes to support engagement and the promotion of the Parish.

· Monitor engagement across digital platforms and provide monthly reports to the Engagement Officer.

· To co-ordinate and produce the Council’s quarterly electronic newsletter, and to promote its availability throughout the parish and beyond.

· Support the Town Council on any specific projects and initiatives that will support community engagement including Consultations,Town Deal, Neighbourhood Plan, and Climate Action.

· To undertake a range of clerical/administrative duties within the Town Council Office as required.

· Be present at some Camborne Town Council events and meetings to ensure live social media coverage and first hand experience for the development of blogs/press releases.

· Help the Event Manager to deliver events.

· Supporting on the consultation process with internal and external stakeholders on key projects for the area.

· Market the Town Council and Camborne area, providing press releases relating to positive news stories and engaging on public relation opportunities, representing the Town Council and Camborne area.

· Keep the Town Council website up to date, ensuring events and project information are included to keep all interested parties updated on progress and current affairs.

· Provide a link between the Town Council and local volunteer groups.

· Support the Town Council on any specific projects and initiatives that will support

community engagement.

Camborne Town Council

Person Specification for the Engagement Assistant

Essential Attributes

Desirable Attributes

Educational Qualifications

· 5 GCSE”s A-C including English Language

· Previous experience in events and/or marketing

· Qualifications related to events and/or marketing

· Experience/qualification in Adobe software

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written skills, including an ability to relate to and communicate with councillors, staff, members of public and external agencies

• Good ICT skills including design experience

• Ability to build and manage effective and resilient relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels inside and outside of the organisation.

• Ability to work proactively and manage a varied and demanding workload to meet competing demands and tight deadlines and produce high quality work

• Ability to obtain and understand complex information and communicate it concisely and simply to internal and external stakeholders

• Ability to respond positively and constructively whilst under pressure

• Website management knowledge

· Graphic design skills

· Managed or contributed to social media platforms

· Event co-ordination or management experience

· Public speaking/ presentation experience and confidence

Personal Attributes

• To be a positive ambassador of the Town Council and

Camborne

· Able to plan and make best use of

• To be an excellent communicator at all levels with both internal and external stakeholders

• Confident self starter

• Creative

• Hardworking

• Desire to learn, improve and progress

• Ability to respond independently to unexpected situations, work well unsupervised and on own initiative

• Passion for putting ‘Community First’ in professional life.

promotional opportunities

· Able to manage varied workload

· Able to work flexible hours including occasional evening and weekend work

· Qualified to drive/own transport

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 18.5 per week

Salary: £21,189.00-£22,369.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Camborne, TR14 8HA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 02/03/2023

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