Community Engagement Manager (Social Responsibility)

Location: University Park The Community Engagement Team at University of Nottingham are seeking a highly organised, Community Engagement Manager to join our team in a brand-new role. The successful candidate will be passionate about driving our commitment to Social Responsibility. As one of two Community Engagement Managers you will play a pivotal role in connecting our university with the broader community, fostering meaningful partnerships, and implementing initiatives that make a positive impact. You will provide management support and guidance to the Community Engagement Co-ordinators and Ambassadors working within the team. This is a pivotal role in shaping the university's relationship with the community, promoting responsible behaviour among students, addressing behaviour when required, whilst promoting positive wellbeing and signposting support. This position requires a compassionate person who can balance the interests of the university, students, and the local community while providing essential support to students and will deputise for the Head of Community Engagement when required. The role holder will implement preventive measures, manage conflicts, collaborate with public services, Students’ Union and external stakeholders. As part of this work, they will establish a brand-new mediation framework for addressing conflicts. This varied and specialist role requires excellent communication, collaboration, project-management and organisational skills. You should have a flexible approach to work with the ability to react well to changing priorities. In return you'll receive a generous holiday entitlement of 30 days plus bank holidays and University closure days; a benefits package including contributory pension scheme and the opportunity to take advantage of salary sacrifice options and retailer discounts. This position is offered on a permanent basis. Hours of work are full time, 36.25 hours per week. Some flexibility is required, occasional evening and weekend working will be required, to suit the needs of the role. Job share arrangements may be considered. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Kirsty.rackstraw@nottingham.ac.uk, Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. Learn more about the university commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want you to succeed in our recruitment process and have published Candidate Guidance for you to access information and support on application and interview process. We offer a range of benefits, visit Your Benefits website to learn what we can offer you. We welcome applications from UK, Europe and from across the globe and we want to make your transition to living in the UK as smooth as possible. Visit the Moving to Nottingham page to find out more. Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration.