The Role
The Community Safety & Partnerships Team is looking to recruit a Project Officer to support the work of the Safer Communities Team in implementing and delivering the council priorities in the area of violence against women and girls (VAWG) as set out in the Community Safety Partnership Plan, Council’s Borough Plan, and Council VAWG Strategy. The role will also support the implementation and delivery of the new statutory requirement under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021. This will include supporting existing projects and developing new projects in the area of Violence Against Women and Girls and Women’s Safety.
The post holder will be required to do the following:
- To support implementation and delivery of new statutory requirements under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021
- To support and develop existing VAWG projects
- To develop new project proposals in response to Community Safety Partnership (CSP) and Council VAWG priorities
- To undertake research on new and developing issues; gathering information and intelligence; preparing reports identifying issues and recommendations for management, CSP sub groups or other forum.
- Support delivery if the Council’s 5 year VAWG Strategy and associated delivery plan
About Southwark
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
About You
Previous experience in this area is not essential, however previous experience of working in the area of violence against women and girls will be of benefit. Good planning and organisational skills are also beneficial to this role.
Additional salary details
Additional Information:
- Fixed-term contract for 12 months
- The successful candidate will require security clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS, formerly CRB).
Benefits and more information:
https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/
Recruitment timetable
Application Closing Date: 28/04/2024
Interview Date: 10/05/2024
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
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