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Communities Engagement Officer

London, Greater London (Hybrid)
Lewisham, Greater London
£26, 394 FTE
Part-time (21 hours/3 days per week)
Contract (12 months fixed-term)

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Job description

Are you passionate about community, lived experience, and making real change happen at a local level?
 

At Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network (LRMN), we’re looking for a compassionate, organised, and confident Communities Engagement Officer to help us strengthen relationships, support participation, and amplify the voices of people with lived experience across everything we do.

You will help ensure that the experiences, ideas, and leadership of our community members are at the heart of our campaigns, events, and advocacy.

Whether it’s supporting someone to attend an event, coordinating WhatsApp groups, or helping design a community-led initiative your role will be all about connection, care, and making sure everyone feels supported and heard.

We're especially interested in hearing from you if you:

  • Have lived experience of the UK’s immigration/asylum system, or have navigated similar challenges in your own life.

  • Are a strong communicator, someone who builds trust, listens deeply, and can work with a wide range of people.

  • Enjoy organising, keeping things running smoothly, and making sure no one is left out.

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Posted by
Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 21 - 50
Posted on: 29 September 2025
Closing date: 19 October 2025 at 09:00
Tags: Campaigns, Advocacy, Engagement / Outreach, Human Rights, Refugee / Immigration

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