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Public Participation Officer
Location: Birmingham (Office Based)
Salary: £18.00 per hour
Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract
Hours: Full Time
Posts Available: 2
Help Shape Better Public Services Through Citizen Voice
We are recruiting for two Public Participation Officers to join a dynamic team dedicated to ensuring that citizens are at the heart of service design and delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a local authority environment, championing co-production and meaningful engagement to improve outcomes for local communities.
As a Public Participation Officer, you will play a key role in empowering citizens, carers and community groups to influence decision‑making and contribute to the development of public services. You will work closely with colleagues, stakeholders and service users to create innovative engagement opportunities and ensure that the voices of diverse communities are heard.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and facilitate co‑production projects involving citizens who use council services.
- Design and deliver innovative engagement activities that encourage meaningful participation.
- Build positive relationships with citizens, carers, community organisations and council colleagues.
- Provide specialist advice and guidance on citizen involvement and engagement methods.
- Support citizen forums and participation initiatives across council services.
- Recruit and engage citizens and carers to take part in consultation and involvement opportunities.
- Produce reports, presentations, briefing papers and communication materials.
- Monitor and evaluate engagement activities, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.
- Ensure the voices of vulnerable, under‑represented and diverse communities are actively included.
- Promote the benefits and long‑term value of co‑production throughout the organisation.
About You
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- A‑Level qualifications or equivalent experience in a relevant role.
- Experience of community engagement, consultation, participation, co‑production or stakeholder engagement activities.
- Experience facilitating meetings, workshops or forums with members of the public, service users or partner organisations.
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
- The ability to influence and engage a wide range of stakeholders.
- Excellent report writing, presentation and analytical skills.
- A creative and innovative approach to citizen engagement.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
What’s on Offer
- £18.00 per hour.
- Initial 6‑month contract with the potential for extension.
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on public service delivery.
- Valuable experience within a local authority environment.
- Supportive and collaborative team culture.
Additional Information
- Based in Birmingham.
- Occasional evening or out‑of‑hours working may be required to support engagement activities.
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is essential.
The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
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