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Your new company
You will be joining Birmingham City Council on a temporary on-going basis as a Community Outreach Worker.
Your new role
You will be required to build excellent relationships with local communities, increase awareness of waste minimisation and recycling best practices. This will also include the reduction of contaminated materials and identification of new opportunities.
What you'll need to succeed
Organising and delivering engagement and educational events, community meetings, forums and events to represent Birmingham City Council's environmental services operations
Engaging positively to obtain community feedback on recycling and waste collection and recycling services to inform policy decisions and future service improvements
Collaborating with internal departments, including Waste Operations, Environmental Services and
Recycling Teams. Developing and implementing community engagement strategies that promote sustainable waste management and recycling
Preparing reports, presentations and outreach materials to support engagement activities and improve public understanding of waste collection, waste minimisation and recycling responsibilities
Working closely with key internal and external partners, including Housing Services, Resident Engagement,
Community Safety, Social Services and the Police. Addressing waste-related challenges and supporting estate improvement projects
Working with external organisations such as DEFRA (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) and the CIWM Chartered Institution of Waste Management, and other relevant industry bodies to remain abreast of development opportunities.
Identifying and supporting the implementation of innovative waste reduction and recycling initiatives to enhance community engagement and service efficiency
Assisting the budget holder with basic budget monitoring, including tracking team-related expenses and ensuring expenditure aligns with planned activities.
Contributing to developing and refining materials, procedures, best practice guidance, educational resources, engagement protocols, feedback tools, and strategies for engaging hard-to-reach communities.
Providing public-facing advice and guidance on local waste policy, environmental best practices and relevant legislation, without enforcing regulations.

What you'll get in return
This role is starting as soon as possible, offering 19.23 per hour inc. of holiday. This will be paid to you on a weekly basis.


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• Develop and execute community outreach programs and events.
• Engage with diverse community groups to raise awareness of the charity's mission.
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, stakeholders, and partners.
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for outreach activities.
• Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising and awareness campaigns.
• Represent the charity at community events and public forums.
• Gather feedback from the community to inform program development.
• Create and distribute promotional materials and content.
• Manage outreach databases and track engagement metrics.
• Contribute to the overall strategic planning of the charity's community engagement efforts.

• Proven experience in community outreach, event planning, marketing, or a related field.
• Passion for the charity sector and community development.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Knowledge of the local Reading community is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.
• A positive attitude and a genuine desire to make a difference.

• Develop and implement community outreach strategies and plans.
• Organize and coordinate community events, workshops, and information sessions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community members, leaders, and organizations.
• Identify and engage with target populations to raise awareness of services offered.
• Represent the organization at community events, meetings, and forums.
• Manage outreach program logistics, including scheduling, venue booking, and material preparation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure coordinated and effective outreach efforts.
• Collect feedback from community members to inform program development and improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, contacts, and outcomes.
• Assist in the development of outreach materials and communication collateral.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of outreach initiatives.
• Advocate for community needs and contribute to the development of responsive services.

• Proven experience in community outreach, public relations, social work, or a related field.
• Demonstrable success in organizing and executing community programs or events.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with CRM or database management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the local community resources and networks is advantageous.
• Passion for social impact and community development.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as required for events.

• Developing and executing community outreach plans.
• Organizing and managing community events and fundraising activities.
• Building and maintaining relationships with community stakeholders.
• Recruiting, training, and managing volunteers.
• Raising awareness of the charity's services and impact.
• Creating engaging content for social media and promotional materials.
• Tracking and reporting on outreach metrics and outcomes.
• Representing the organisation at community functions.
• Collaborating with internal teams to support program goals.

• Experience in community engagement, event planning, or fundraising.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in social media platforms.
• Passion for the non-profit sector and social causes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of budget management.

• Develop and execute effective community outreach strategies.
• Organise and manage community events, workshops, and awareness campaigns.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community groups, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers.
• Create engaging content for social media and promotional materials.
• Track and report on outreach activities and their impact.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration and partnership.
• Contribute to fundraising efforts through outreach initiatives.

• Proven experience in community engagement, social work, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Passion for charitable work and social justice.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.