Community Engagement Lead
Community Engagement Lead
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Job Description
Job Description
Do you want to shape the delivery of Scotlands Censusenabling governments and other public bodies to plan the services we all rely on and telling the story of Scotlands people for generations to comeIf so this post could be for you.
Census is a major program delivered by the National Records of Scotland (NRS).Planning for the next census in 2031 has begun and will build on the successes of the census in 2022.
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Community Engagement Lead to oversee the development and implementation of our community engagement strategy.
This role requires strong leadership management and influencing skills to ensure broad participation particularly from hard-to-count groups. As the Community Engagement Lead you will design inclusive outreach initiatives that address diverse community needs leveraging the latest behavioural science research. You will collaborate with the Scottish Government public bodies local authorities third-sector organisations community groups and other key stakeholders to promote awareness of the census and encourage census participation while addressing individual equality and cultural needs. Collaboration with the other census taking offices in the rest of the United Kingdom will also be an important part of the role.
Responsibilities
- Lead the creation and execution of an engagement strategy that raises awareness and encourages census participation.
- Develop targeted outreach initiatives that address the needs of hard-to-count populations and ensure inclusivity considering equality issues and diverse community backgrounds.
- Develop and deliver a strategic approach to engaging with public bodies local authorities third-sector organisations religious and community groups to drive engagement and awareness.
- Utilise the latest behavioural science research to optimise engagement efforts and overcome barriers to participation.
Responsibilities
Success Profile
Technical / Professional Skills:
- Participation and Engagement Practitioner
- Multilevel Government Practitioner
- Governance and Project Delivery Practitioner
You can find out more about the skills required here:Policy Profession Standards Annex
Behaviours:
- Changing and improving - Level 4
- Making effective decisions Level 4
- Communicating and influencing Level 4
- Working together Level 4
You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here:Behaviour levels - Success profiles: candidate guide -
How to apply
Apply online providing a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than 1000 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the skills experience and behaviours listed in the Success Profile above.
If invited for further assessment this will consist of an interview and presentation.
Assessments are scheduled for w/c 18 August 2025 however this may be subject to change.
Qualifications
National Records of Scotland (NRS) is Scotlands record keeper. Our purpose is to collect preserve and produce information about Scotlands people and history and make it available to inform current and future generations. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles.
NRS is a Non-Ministerial Department of theScottish Government & and our staff are partUK Civil Service working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more aboutwhat we offer.
As part of the UK Civil Service we uphold theCivil Service Nationality Rules.
Working Pattern
Our standard hours are 35 hours per week. We offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options depending on the needs of the role. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for please contact us.
Equality Statement
We are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.
Find out more about our commitment todiversityand how we offer and supportrecruitment adjustmentsfor anyone who needs them.
Further information
Find out more about our organisation what we offer staff members and how to apply on ourCareers Website.
Scotlands Census is a time limited project which will run until 2031/32 depending on the role. Please contact the line manager named in this advert if you have any further questions.
For further information about the role please contactLarissa Baines at
Employment Type
Full Time
