This role will support three VCSE Alliance research and engagement projects, each of which aims to maximise opportunities for organisations and people to participate in health and social care research through collaboration and partnership working.
The overall aim of all three projects is to better understand the needs of communities, underserved communities and the VCSE sector. Through these projects we will increase local engagement, equality, diversity, and inclusion. In turn, we will be able to inform partners and researchers as to the most needed studies in our region and advise how best to engage with organisations and communities.
Salary: £30,000 pro-rata
Hours 30 hours per week, flexible between Monday and Friday – 9am and 5.30pm.
Occasional evening and weekend meetings may need to be attended.
Responsible to: Community Led Research Training Lead
Location: Mobile working with travel across Worcestershire.
Office work can be carried out either at home or at Young Solutions, Droitwich WR9 8QZ
Leave: 25 days per annum pro rata
Duration: This post is currently funded for 6 months.
Further funding may become available to extend the contract thereafter.
The successful candidate will be experienced in project coordination, will be highly organised and confident in using MS Office. They will be able to manage completing priorities, work autonomously as well as part of team.
They will be passionate about communities, particularly in relation to health and care.
The role will require good communication and engagement skills, to establish respectful and trusted relationships with people and communities.
The role also requires the successful candidate to be flexible in their hours of work to ensure the needs of the project are met.
Applications close : 5pm on Monday 11th December
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