Adviser, Community Relations

at  Greater London Authority

KEY INFORMATION

Salary: £56,797
Grade: 9
Contract type: Permanent
Reference: 658
Contract details: Permanent
Interview date: To be confirmed
Application closing date: Mon, 17/02/2025 - 23:59

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:

• Demonstrable knowledge and experience of engaging with London’s diverse communities
• Strong knowledge of the Mayor’s objectives and how these relate to London’s communities and faith groups
• Successful track record of working in a comparable role within a complex and fast paced political environment.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing systems to enable the effective delivery of business processes.
• An understanding of, and commitment to, the Authority’s agenda for London.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

London’s diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.

PLEASE NOTE, ALL CANDIDATES WILL NEED TO CONFIRM THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS APPLICATION FORM IS TRUE AND CORRECT. SHOULD A CANDIDATE DELIBERATELY GIVE FALSE INFORMATION, INCLUDING THE USE OF AI SOFTWARE, THEY UNDERSTAND THAT THIS WOULD DISQUALIFY THEM FROM CONSIDERATION.

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and understanding of the London community and faith stakeholder environment
Strong knowledge of the Mayor’s objectives and how these relate to London’s communities and faith groups
Experience of working in a complex political environment

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is based at City Hall, in the Royal Docks (Kamal Chunchie Way, London, E16 1ZE

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE ROLE

If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Bashir Ibrahim would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at Bashir.ibrahim@london.gov.uk
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk who support the GLA with recruitment.

JOB PURPOSE

To support the Senior Adviser, Public Affairs and Mayoral Director, Global Relations and Communities to provide high level support and advice to the Mayor’s Office regarding key, influential community stakeholders.
To represent the Mayor, and his priorities, to both internal and external stakeholders.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Responsible for day-to-day engagement with Mayor’s Office community and faith stakeholders and their organisations, acting in an ambassadorial role on behalf of the Mayor.
Responsible for implementing a programme of engagement to effectively communicate the Mayor’s agenda to key community and faith stakeholders, and identify opportunities to partner and take action on issues that matter to them.
Coordinate a programme of meetings - with London communities to facilitate direct communication with the Mayor’s Office
Provide advice, briefings and reports to the Mayor and senior Mayor’s office staff on community and faith engagement in relation to specific areas of Mayoral policy.
Conduct in-depth research of key community and faith stakeholders and create stakeholder plans to ensure the development of relationships is valued across the GLA.
Monitor the activities of key community and faith stakeholders and ensure that insight from research and engagement is used to improve the Mayor’s policy and programmes.
Deputise for the Senior Adviser, Public Affairs where necessary and take on other stakeholder relations duties as required.
Manage staff and resources allocated to the job in accordance with the Authority’s policies and Code of Ethic and Standards.
Realise the benefits of London’s diversity by promoting and enabling equality of opportunities and promoting the diverse needs and aspirations of London’s communities.
Realise the benefits of a flexible approach to work in undertaking the duties and responsibilities of this job, and participating in multi-disciplinary, cross-department and cross-organisational groups and project teams..

To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:

• Demonstrable knowledge and experience of engaging with London’s diverse communities
• Strong knowledge of the Mayor’s objectives and how these relate to London’s communities and faith groups
• Successful track record of working in a comparable role within a complex and fast paced political environment.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing systems to enable the effective delivery of business processes.
• An understanding of, and commitment to, the Authority’s agenda for London

If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:

• Up to date CV
• Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria and competencies outlined in the advert