Community Engagement Officer

Community Engagement Officer

Remote Working with regular travel to Trumpington and other parts of Cambridgeshire

£27,200 per annum (Pro rata)

Contract : Part Time, Permanent – 28 hours

Join Our Team as a Community Engagement Officer

Are you passionate about making a real difference in communities? Do you believe in empowering residents to shape their neighbourhoods and thrive together? At bpha, we’re looking for a committed Community Engagement Officer to help drive lasting, positive change.

What You’ll Be Doing : You'll play a leading role in delivering community-led solutions, building partnerships, and supporting both established and new neighbourhoods. From regeneration initiatives to quality-of-life projects, you'll bring people together to tackle what matters most to them—creating stronger, more connected communities.

Your Key Responsibilities :

Identify community trends and develop targeted, impactful projects

Lead on initiatives that promote regeneration, cohesion and quality of life

Support and guide new resident groups and secure funding opportunities

Build strong networks across stakeholders, residents and partner organisations

Promote resident involvement and amplify community voices

Encourage volunteerism and learning opportunities that empower individuals

Ensure inclusion and outreach to all, especially marginalised communities

What We’re Looking For :

A natural communicator and problem-solver with strong project management skills

Proven experience (at least 2 years’ experience) in community development or engagement

Ability to build trust and work collaboratively with diverse groups

Skilled in planning, delivering, and evaluating impactful community projects

Passion for inclusion, learning, and long-term transformation

IT proficiency and a good understanding of social housing challenges

Must own car and have a full driving licence

Desirable but not essential :

Knowledge of welfare reform and social housing policy

Experience securing external funding

Familiarity with MS PowerPoint and Visio

Whether you’re hands-on at community events, liaising with local partners, or helping residents find their collective voice—you’ll be at the heart of something meaningful.

Why bpha? We’re a values-led housing association on a mission to build sustainable communities. You’ll join a supportive, ambitious team that values innovation, impact, and inclusivity.

Ready to be a catalyst for community change? Apply now.

Please note, applications will be reviewed as received and bpha reserves the right to close the advertisement prior to the scheduled closing date. Apply early to avoid disappointment.

Any offer of employment made will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening including references and DBS checks