What you’ll do
• Grow your network of Co-op members, colleagues and community partners to form local forums, supported by a local digital network, to connect our member-owners to activity in their area
• Develop a local community and member participation plan annually which will focus on delivering value to members in your area, and bring the plan to life through member engagement opportunities
• Connect with local causes and community partners that are important to our members and demonstrate the benefits of our support
• Encourage members to engage as owners through the democratic process, connecting with Members’ Council representatives and assisting them to engage with members in their constituency .
• Provide opportunities for members to learn more about their Co-op and our vision, promoting our campaigns and sustainability agenda
• Drive a One Co-op approach locally, connecting with Food, Funeralcare and other businesses to develop joint initiatives, and build positive relationships with Independent Co-operative Societies
• Report on activity and provide case studies to demonstrate the importance and impact of our work
This role would suit people who have
• A good understanding of and belief in our Co-op values and difference
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and bring together a wide range of people in an inclusive way
• The ability to work remotely as well as part of a team, managing your own time and activities effectively
• Good basic IT skills within the Microsoft Office suite, and confidence in using social media
• The ability to create and deliver engagement and activity plans
• The flexibility to travel within the defined geographical area detailed above
Monthly based
, Shetland, Scotland, United Kingdom, Scotland, United Kingdom
, Shetland, Scotland, United Kingdom, Scotland, United Kingdom