Job Description

Are you passionate about community engagement, partnership working and delivering impactful projects? We're looking for a dynamic

Partnership and Projects Officer

on a part time basis to join our team and help drive forward initiatives that support our Corporate Plan and improve our town!

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of local regeneration, civic engagement, and partnership development. You'll collaborate with internal teams, businesses, external agencies and community stakeholders to delivery high-profile projects, events and funding bids that make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Development and Stakeholder Coordination

Identify and maintain links with local businesses, regional agencies and community partners. Coordinate strategic partner delivery on high street and public realm initiatives, including transport-linked access improvements. Represent the Council in forums, business engagement sessions and cross-agency initiatives.

Project Delivery and Improvement Planning

Manage day-to-day delivery of specific externally funded projects and pop-up initiatives. Support feasibility studies and asset reviews to identify suitable training, enterprise or community spaces. Prepare documentation for audit, outcome monitoring and lessons learned.

Engagement and Insight Collection

Coordinate public walking survey, business engagement sessions and town-wide improvement audits. Support internal workshops to review public realm improvements, cleanliness and maintenance priorities. Promote participatory approaches and ensure feedback is reported to officers and Members.

Event Planning and Civic Showcasing

Lead Council delivery of the Annual Town Meeting and civic showcase events. Liaise with community groups, businesses and stakeholders to ensure representative and professional promotion of civic activities.

Funding and Bid Support

Support the development and submission of external funding applications. Track funding timelines, delivery outcomes and associated project performance.

Cross-Team Support

Assist colleagues across services by supporting grant-related activities, event preparation and stakeholder meetings.

What We're Looking For

Essential

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NVQ Level 4 or higher in Public Services, Project Coordination, Community Engagement or a relevant subject. Project delivery and coordination across teams. Stakeholder communication and professional relationship-building. Community engagement and consultation delivery. Funding bid support and documentation management. Professionalism and responsiveness when representing the Council.

Desirable:

Experience contributing to funding applications, monitoring reports and delivering grant-funded projects. Knowledge of town centre regeneration, economic development, or placemaking principles. Understanding of local government Corporate Plan priorities and KPI frameworks. Familiarity with online engagement tools and platforms such as Eventbrite, Miro, or other digital consultation tools. Experience using CRM systems or partnership management software. Previous experience working in a local government, public or voluntary section setting.

Benefits

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Competitive Salary. Cycle to Work and Techschemes: Get discounts off Bicycles, Bicycle accessories, Tech, Gadgets and much more! 25 Days Annual Leave in addition to Public and Bank Holidays. This rises to 28 Days Annual Leave after 5 years service. Continuous service does apply and previous service within a Local Authority will count. Opportunity to make a positive impact in a thriving coastal community.

To view the recruitment pack, please click here.


Join us in shaping a bright future for Newquay and its residents. Your experience can make a significant contribution to our community's success. Apply today and be a part of our journey!

Please note that depending on the number of applicants received, this role may close earlier than the deadline.