Engagement officer jobs in Birmingham, west midlands

About Police Care UK
Police Care UK is the national, independent charity supporting serving and veteran members of the police community, and their families, when they’ve been physically or psychologically harmed through policing.
Demand for our services has grown by more than 400% in the last decade. This reflects the increasing impact of trauma in modern policing – from major incidents and serious violence to cumulative and vicarious trauma. We understand that harm doesn’t end with a shift, and that families are often affected too. We’ve evolved from a traditional benevolent fund into a sector-leading organisation delivering evidence-informed support, trauma-focused recovery services and practical prevention programmes across UK policing. Our work is grounded in compassion, clarity and evidence, and we’re fiercely independent so we can focus on what people really need. 

Our vision is simple: a future where every member of the police community has access to the care and support they need, and nobody faces the impact of harm alone. Based in Woking and working nationally, we’re committed to strengthening the people behind the force – and we’re looking for those who want to be a part of that work.

About the role
As our Engagement Officer, you’ll play a key role in raising awareness of Police Care UK, strengthening relationships across policing and local communities, and supporting events and initiatives that increase engagement, partnerships, and income generation. You’ll be the friendly, confident presence representing the Charity at policing events, community activities, conferences, and fundraising opportunities - ensuring Police Care UK is always represented with professionalism, warmth, and impact. This is a varied, outward-facing role that will suit someone who enjoys meeting people, building relationships, and bringing our mission to life.

What you’ll do

• Grow awareness and engagement with Police Care UK across community groups, partner organisations, supporters, and potential beneficiaries, increasing visibility within key audiences.
• Act as a central point of contact for event, engagement, and speaking enquiries from community organisations, charities, corporate partners, event organisers, and other external stakeholders.
• Coordinate the Charity’s attendance at community events, fundraising activities, and conferences, including planning logistics, preparing materials, supporting volunteers, and gathering post-event insights.
• Support the Executive Leadership Team to ensure appropriate representation at higher-profile events, preparing briefing materials and ensuring consistent messaging
• Collaborate with the Volunteer Manager to identify and support volunteer involvement at events, community activities, and awareness opportunities.
• Support the Fundraising team by promoting community fundraising, challenge events, payroll giving, and corporate partnership opportunities to a wide range of audiences.
• Develop insight into our audiences, helping the organisation better understand supporter motivations, community needs, and engagement opportunities.
• Serve as a brand ambassador for Police Care UK and to represent the Charity values in all that you do. 
• Work within agreed KPIs to measure the success of engagement activities and ensure alignment with the Charity’s strategic objectives.
• Assess and prioritise event and engagement opportunities, ensuring each activity has clear objectives, outcomes, and value for the Charity.

What you’ll bring
Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to stay organised in a busy environment.
• Confidence presenting and delivering key messages in an engaging, accessible way.
• Experience motivating and supporting people in a friendly, professional manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adaptively in a dynamic environment.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Experience engaging with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience using CRM systems to log and track engagement data.
• Experience managing projects or new initiatives.
• Experience organising events and preparing supporting materials.
• Understanding of, and empathy for, the mental-health challenges faced by those in high-pressure roles, including policing.

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD in communications, engagement, or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and experience working with data.
• Interest in public service, community engagement, or the charity sector.
• Experience working within a policing environment.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Experience supporting fundraising or income-generation activities.
• Experience handling sensitive conversations or supporting individuals in challenging circumstances.
• Broad understanding of UK policing.

Why work with us
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking, committed and values driven team making a real difference to the people who keep our communities safe. We offer:

• Enhanced wellbeing support
• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contributions
• Development opportunities
• A 35-hour working week
• A supportive, collaborative culture
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of police, staff, volunteers, and their families

Contract: 12 month , fixed-term
How to Apply:  Please submit your CV and a detailed cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit for this role. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as you are able. 

Limitations: This job description is neither exclusive nor exhaustive. The duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time in the light of changing circumstances in consultation with the jobholder. The jobholder will be required to work within the rules and regulations of the Charity and accept the authority of the Chief Executive, who has the discretion to delegate authority to the jobholder and to withdraw it.

Equal Opportunities Policy: The Charity is committed to eliminating any discrimination and promoting diversity and equality of opportunity in all it does. The Charity is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and we will not unlawfully discriminate against job applicants, employees of the Charity, volunteers, workers, or contract workers on the grounds of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins) religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. 

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Salary: £15,600–£18,000 per annum (£26,000–£30,000 FTE equivalent)

Contract type: 1-year fixed term (end date July 2027); part-time (3 days per week, 0.6 FTE) 

Location: London, Birmingham or Bristol

Hybrid: Envision operates a hybrid working policy with one day per week in a regional office, plus ad-hoc travel across regions for events and training. 

Role: This is an exciting opportunity to champion youth voice across Envision and support young people as they transition beyond our programmes. 

As Youth Engagement and Transitions Officer, you will lead and coordinate our Youth Advisory Group, ensuring young people have genuine influence over organisational priorities and decision-making. You will develop and maintain a thriving graduate and alumni network, creating opportunities for continued connection, mentoring and professional development. You will also design and deliver a Transitions Programme that supports young people as they move into education, employment or further opportunities, working with our Partnerships team to engage Envision's corporate partners where relevant. 

Youth voice will run through everything you do. Working closely with the Communications Manager, you will ensure young people's perspectives are authentically reflected across our communications - from social media and campaigns to case studies and co-created content. You will be part of the Programmes and Impact Team, collaborating with colleagues across London, Birmingham and Bristol to embed meaningful youth participation at every level of the organisation. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead and coordinate the Youth Advisory Group and internal youth voice working group 

• Design and deliver a Transitions Programme and graduate/alumni network 

• Develop events, mentoring and networking initiatives for graduates 

• Support youth-focused communications including content creation and co-produced materials 

• Build relationships with partners and stakeholders to create opportunities for young people 

• Collect data and contribute to monitoring and evaluation of youth engagement activities 

Essential Experience, Knowledge and Competencies: 

• Experience facilitating activities with young people, including creating and co-creating engaging sessions and adapting to the needs of the group 

• Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage your own time to meet deadlines 

• Experience working on projects with multiple stakeholders, communicating effectively in writing and verbally 

• Commitment to Envision's vision, mission and values 

Envision seeks to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We actively encourage applications from candidates from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds, as they are currently under-represented in our organisation. Envision graduates will be guaranteed a first-round interview. 

To apply, please submit your application via Charity Jobs.

Deadline — Midnight, Sunday 17th May 

Please note: 

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas at this time. 

• We will only be contacting candidates who have been shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. 

• Successful candidates will be subject to a full Enhanced DBS check and reference checks. 

About the Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN)

The Nature Friendly Farming Network is a UK-wide, farmer-led organisation working to restore the balance between farming and nature. 

We support farmers by sharing practical knowledge, resources and case studies that help boost food production, protect wildlife, and build climate resilience.

We influence policy to secure fair rewards for farmers who look after the environment, and we connect thousands of like-minded farmers across the UK through knowledge sharing, events and campaigns.

Membership is free and open to farmers, the public and organisations.
 

About the role

We are looking for a Parliamentary Engagement Officer to strengthen our engagement with policymakers across the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of farming, environment and policy. You will play a key role in ensuring that farmer experience and evidence are reflected in parliamentary discussions, helping to shape conversations that impact the future of farming.

Working directly with the Chief Executive and closely with the policy team, you will monitor parliamentary activity, identify opportunities for engagement, and support timely and well-informed interaction with MPs, peers and their teams. You will also work across the organisation, including with country teams and farmer steering groups, to ensure engagement reflects priorities across all UK nations.

This is a practical, fast-paced role suited to someone who is organised, politically aware, and able to respond quickly to emerging opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor parliamentary activity across Westminster and the devolved parliaments, identifying relevant debates, questions, committees and opportunities for engagement

• Maintain a forward view on key parliamentary activity and upcoming moments of influence

• Produce and circulate clear, concise briefings on parliamentary activity and recommended areas for engagement

• Draft and support the submission of parliamentary questions, briefings and lines for MPs, peers and their staff

• Build and maintain relationships with MPs, peers, advisers and parliamentary staff across parties

• Support coordinated engagement with political stakeholders, ensuring activity is timely and aligned with organisational priorities

• Work with colleagues and partners to support effective and aligned parliamentary engagement

• Support relationships between farmers and parliamentarians, including organising farm visits and meetings where appropriate

• Translate farmer experience and insights into clear and practical input for parliamentary engagement

• Support the planning and delivery of parliamentary events, meetings and roundtables

• Organise meetings with MPs, peers and advisers, including preparing briefings and follow-up actions

• Maintain accurate records of parliamentary contacts and engagement activity, and support internal reporting

• Contribute to campaign activity and wider organisational work where required

What we are looking for

You will bring:

• A working understanding of how the UK Parliament and devolved legislatures operate, and how to engage effectively with those processes

• Experience engaging with political, policy or stakeholder environments

• Strong writing skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise briefings and summaries

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

• The ability to manage competing priorities and respond quickly to emerging opportunities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships

• The ability to translate complex or real-world information into clear, practical input

• Confidence working independently in a remote team environment

• An interest in farming, environmental issues or public policy

Additional information

The NFFN is a politically neutral organisation. This role requires the ability to engage constructively with stakeholders across all political parties and UK nations.