Community Network Officer

Job Title: Community Network Officer (PeacePlus) Salary: Scale PO1, NJC Spinal Column Points 29-32 £39,862 - £42,839 per annum  Duration: 2 Years fixed term- May 2026- April 2028  Location: Lagan Valley Island Deliver better lives for all, whilst enhancing your career. These are the things we hold dear at Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council; respect, honesty, excellence, accountability, leadership & equality. We have an ambitious vision for our area. We want to create opportunities for strong, healthy communities, and business growth. Our success will create new opportunities for individuals, families & communities. Every role at LCCC contributes to this aim, and if appointed to this role you will be part of creating better lives for all. The postholder will be responsible for:  Focusing on outreach to community / voluntary organisations to increase capacity building for cross community development and connection through networking opportunities. Codesigning delivery in line with participant needs. Developing relationships with organisations and relevant stakeholders to promote outcome focused and cross community centred programmes. Overseeing the development and implementation of the PEACEPLUS initiatives including events, trips and training. Monitoring and evaluating activity in line with Peace outcomes. Curious to learn more? Full details of the role are in the attached job description. ​​​​​​​ Apply now and take the first step in your new career. ​​​​​​​​​​​​The application form will only be available online. Applications for this post will be channelled exclusively through the Council ITRENT Web Recruitment system therefore application forms in hard copy will not be available to candidates. However, the Council will consider any requests for an application to be made in hard copy and will provide alternative arrangements where possible, for example access to a computer. The Council is committed to providing people with disabilities the opportunity to compete fairly for jobs. If you have any special needs or requirements with regard to any stage of the recruitment process please contact the HR&OD team at via email recruitment@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk or telephone 02892447236.