In this role, you will work with a broad range of key partners and sectors to ensure effective collaborative partnership working between key physical activity stakeholders. You will adopt a whole place based approach to support the health and wellbeing of our local communities across East Suffolk.
About Development Officer (Place) - Waveney East Suffolk Council, East Suffolk House, Melton, IP12 1RT 37 hours per week Fixed term until 30 November 2027 We are an independent, not for profit organisation, hosted by East Suffolk Council and are an energising place to work and a great place to make a real difference to people's lives.
Active Suffolk is committed to increasing the number of people taking part in physical activity and sport to improve health and wellbeing. We have developed our role and reputation as a key player in shaping the current and future provision of physical activity and sport across the county and work with a wide range of partners including local authorities, the health sector, charitable/voluntary organisations and third sector organisations to support people in Suffolk to lead healthy, active lives.
Your role: As part of the Active Suffolk team, you will work with a broad range of partners and sectors to ensure effective collaborative partnership working between Physical Activity key stakeholders. Developing key relationships in a whole systems place based approach to support the Health & Wellbeing of local communities across East Suffolk.
In this role, you will specifically support the aims and objectives of the Waveney Physical Activity Working group to ensure the physical activity needs of the community are understood and developed and aligned to wider physical activity and health and wellbeing strategies.
The role focus will be on the Waveney area for three days a week, with the further two days supporting on projects across the rest of Suffolk, therefore flexibility and travel will be required.
You will have a proven track record of achievement in a Sport, Physical Education, Health and Wellbeing or another relevant field. Excellent communication, planning and organisation skills, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities are essential.
Active Suffolk's core principles and values: We have Integrity: We commit to make decisions aligned to our organisational aims, values and principles. We will make the right decision, not the easy decision. We are Inclusive: We recognise that listening to, capturing and engaging with differing views and experiences, allows us to continue to grow and learn. We will continually champion for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We are Collaborative: We will put partnership working at the heart of everything we do and believe collaboration is key to providing positive physical activity outcomes. We are Adaptable: We recognise that the barriers to physical activity are complex and changeable, and we must be adaptable to meet these challenges. We are Informed: Data and insight will drive our decision making to ensure we maximise impact in areas of most need. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion: We have a strong focus on equality, diversity and inclusion, whilst fully recognising that as an organisation and individuals we are committed to continue learning and evolving.
We take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion and recognise that we can grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. We welcome and actively encourage applications from all sections of the community and all job applicants will receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality.
We know that diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, interests, and skills are essential to connecting with the communities of Suffolk and so when recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your lived experiences.
We are positive about employing disabled people and as part of our commitment to the Disability Confident scheme, we guarantee to offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria of the role.
We know the world has changed and we offer our employees the chance to work in our office space, whilst enjoying the convenience of working from home.
Active Suffolk has adopted a hybrid approach to give staff more flexibility on working arrangements. We work countywide and so some travel will be involved in this post and a flexible approach to working hours is required.
Your office base: Our main office is based at Riduna Park, Melton and is located directly opposite Melton train station with direct train links to Lowestoft and Ipswich. There are bike shelters and showers available on site.
Please read the job description and person specification before applying for this job.
For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Connah Lloyd, Senior Development Officer (Health and Wellbeing) on 07776551953.
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