Engagement Coordinator (NSIPs)
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- Suffolk Association of Local Councils
- Address: Units 1 and 2 Hill View Business Park Old Ipswich Road Claydon Ipswich Suffolk. IP6 0AJ
- Salary: 34434 - 38220 per annum pro rata
- Hours: 15 hours per week
- Contract: Fixed Term for 3 years
Reference: 0514
The Suffolk Association of Local Councils (SALC) is looking for an Engagement Coordinator (NSIPs)
The role
To lead and coordinate SALCs support to the sector for Suffolks Nationally Strategic Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) ensuring that local councils and parish meetings are equipped to engage effectively at each stage of the process.
To assist local councils and parish meetings with engaging and developing approaches during key stages of these strategic planning applications and bringing to life published guidance developed in partnership with Suffolk County Council developing practical tools approaches and sharing good practice.
Support to local councils includes raising awareness of critical deadlines and hosting workshops to help community representatives contribute meaningfully and with confidence throughout the process. The postholder will also be required to travel across parts of Suffolk.
Main responsibilities
- Establishing key stakeholders across the sector in Suffolk and developing a model communication and engagement plans for each project
- Researching best practice both nationally and locally
- Analysing issues and trends and adapting into guidance and support accordingly. Establishing mechanisms for reporting to key stakeholders including sponsors.
You dont need to be a planning expert in particular we are looking for someone who:
- has a good standard of literacy and numeracy
- is self-driven and analytically minded
- has proven skills in managing projects and
- is an excellent communicator and a team player with a talent for building awareness and engagement.
About us
Suffolk Association of Local Councils (SALC) has a long-standing reputation as a trusted voice across the local government sector in Sufolk and have supported town and parish councils and parish meetings for over 75 years. Recognised as County Association of the Year in February 2025 as part of the National Association of Local Councils Star Council Awards SALC delivers high-quality and responsive services . You will join a small dedicated professional team working together to meet the needs of over 400 town and parish councils across Suffolk.
This is a new post but you will be supported by our well-established operational framework and team of experienced colleagues and partners.
We offer flexible working arrangements and are happy to consider individual preferences alongside the needs of the part of our team you will be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme. As a small team we are focussed on the needs of the sector and the communities they serve to enable the best outcomes.
To find out more
Please read the Job Description available to view on the SALC website
Contact Sally Longmate by calling (available Mon - Wed only)
How to apply
Visit the SALC website for more information including the application pack and how to apply.
Completed application to be returned to:
Closing date: 5pm 7 January 2026.
Interview date: week commencing 12 January 2026.
Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Employee Orientation
- Public Health
- Account Management
- VersionOne
- Conflict Management
- Project Management
- Relationship Management
- Team Management
- Customer relationship management
- Human Resources
- Public Speaking
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