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Culture, Engagement and Communication Lead
greater london (On-Site)
Temporary, Full time
No DBS check required
£50,000 - £74,999
FULLTIME
Culture, Engagement and Communication Lead
£51,093 - £54,129 (PO6) pa | Full-time | 12 month Fixed-Term |
Please attach your CV and a supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role.
About Us
Newham is a place that is full of potential and brimming with energy and talent. Proud to be one of the youngest and most diverse boroughs anywhere in the UK, 72% of our residents are from ethnically diverse communities, speaking over 220 languages and our population of 351,000 is growing at a rate of 14%, the third highest rate of growth in London.
In recent years we have seen unparalleled levels of investment, growth, and interest in our Borough, but for all our successes, Covid-19 laid bare the endemic inequality that exists in our borough and how now, the Cost of Living crisis is exacerbating that. That’s why we are working towards Building a Fairer Newham, focused on economic security, health, equality and the environment.
About the Role
The Newham Sovereign IT Programme is a significant programme of change to split from the oneSource shared IT service and establish an IT service for Newham. You will be working within the programme to lead on driving behaviour and culture change within the newly sovereign Digital, Data and Technology team. Your responsibilities will include managing internal communications, enhancing staff engagement through creative strategies, and promoting wellbeing to ensure a positive workplace environment.
In this pivotal role, your core responsibilities will involve leading the development and management of internal communication strategies to ensure clear and effective messaging throughout the transition. This includes recruiting new team members and migration of our infrastructure and operations to a managed service partner, ensuring smooth integration and continuity.
About You
You are a dynamic leader, passionate about shaping workplace culture and driving change. With exceptional communication skills and a vision for strategic alignment, you will guide our team through a significant period of transformation, ensuring that our IT services evolve to meet but also align with London Borough of Newham’s strategic digital goals.
Your expertise includes internal communications and messaging strategies, along with a deep understanding of staff engagement techniques and wellbeing initiatives.
You demonstrate proven skills in leading organisational cultural changes, articulating complex messages with clarity, and developing and delivering impactful training programs. Your outstanding interpersonal skills enable you to motivate and engage staff effectively, fostering a cohesive and forward-looking team environment.
However, these are not the only skills we are looking for. To find out more, please see the Job Description.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements including offices in Dockside and working from home.
- Generous pension allowance (with employer contributions of up to 8%)
- Access to Newham Rewards employee benefits scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Eye test and Flu vouchers
If you have any questions, please contact Zain Mian, Digital Transformation Manager: zain.mian@newham.gov.uk
https://www.newham.gov.uk/downloads/file/7777/culture-engagement-and-communications-lead-jd
Closing date: 6th September 2024
IMPORTANT: If you are an LBN member of staff and applying for this role as a secondment you should note that secondments are subject to the agreement of your current employing service. Please ensure that you inform your line manager of your intention to apply for the post in the first instance.
Additional Information
We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that is all that matters to us.
The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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