Partnership & Project Officer (Part-Time)

Newquay, Cornwall, United Kingdom

Are you passionate about community engagement, partnership working and delivering impactful projects? We're looking for a dynamic Partnership and Projects Officer on a part time basis to join our team and help drive forward initiatives that support our Corporate Plan and improve our town! 

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of local regeneration, civic engagement, and partnership development. You'll collaborate with internal teams, businesses, external agencies and community stakeholders to delivery high-profile projects, events and funding bids that make a real difference. 

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Development and Stakeholder Coordination 

• Identify and maintain links with local businesses, regional agencies and community partners.
• Coordinate strategic partner delivery on high street and public realm initiatives, including transport-linked access improvements.
• Represent the Council in forums, business engagement sessions and cross-agency initiatives.

Project Delivery and Improvement Planning 

• Manage day-to-day delivery of specific externally funded projects and pop-up initiatives.
• Support feasibility studies and asset reviews to identify suitable training, enterprise or community spaces.
• Prepare documentation for audit, outcome monitoring and lessons learned.

Engagement and Insight Collection 

• Coordinate public walking survey, business engagement sessions and town-wide improvement audits.
• Support internal workshops to review public realm improvements, cleanliness and maintenance priorities.
• Promote participatory approaches and ensure feedback is reported to officers and Members. 

Event Planning and Civic Showcasing

• Lead Council delivery of the Annual Town Meeting and civic showcase events.
• Liaise with community groups, businesses and stakeholders to ensure representative and professional promotion of civic activities. 

Funding and Bid Support 

• Support the development and submission of external funding applications.
• Track funding timelines, delivery outcomes and associated project performance.

Cross-Team Support

• Assist colleagues across services by supporting grant-related activities, event preparation and stakeholder meetings.

What We're Looking For

Essential: 

• NVQ Level 4 or higher in Public Services, Project Coordination, Community Engagement or a relevant subject.
• Project delivery and coordination across teams. 
• Stakeholder communication and professional relationship-building.
• Community engagement and consultation delivery.
• Funding bid support and documentation management.
• Professionalism and responsiveness when representing the Council.

Desirable: 

• Experience contributing to funding applications, monitoring reports and delivering grant-funded projects. 
• Knowledge of town centre regeneration, economic development, or placemaking principles. 
• Understanding of local government Corporate Plan priorities and KPI frameworks. 
• Familiarity with online engagement tools and platforms such as Eventbrite, Miro, or other digital consultation tools. 
• Experience using CRM systems or partnership management software. 
• Previous experience working in a local government, public or voluntary section setting. 

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary.
• Cycle to Work and Techschemes: Get discounts off Bicycles, Bicycle accessories, Tech, Gadgets and much more!
• 25 Days Annual Leave in addition to Public and Bank Holidays. This rises to 28 Days Annual Leave after 5 years service. Continuous service does apply and previous service within a Local Authority will count.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact in a thriving coastal community.
• Enrolled into the Nest Pension Scheme with enhancements 

To view the recruitment pack, please click here.

Join us in shaping a bright future for Newquay and its residents. Your experience can make a significant contribution to our community's success. Apply today and be a part of our journey!

The closing date for applications is Monday 03 November. With an anticipated interview date for the W/B 10 November 2025. 

Please note that depending on the number of applicants received, this role may close earlier than the deadline.