EVENTS AND ENGAGEMENT OFFICER

Vacancy Type
Police Staff
Area Command / Department
Communications & Engagement Department
Location
Newcastle
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary Range
£29,055 - £31,296
Closing Date
09/09/2025
Role:

THE ROLE

Here at Northumbria Police, we think our region is amazing! It takes a great deal of people from different backgrounds, with diverse skills and experience to serve our force area effectively, think you have what it takes to help us make a difference? This could be the perfect time for you to join us in our Communication and Engagement Team as a Events and Engagement Coordinator.
Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences that bring people together and strengthen organisational culture? We’re looking for a creative, enthusiastic individual to join our team and play a key role in planning, coordinating, and delivering a diverse programme of corporate events on behalf of the Chief Constable. These events will engage both internal colleagues and external stakeholders, showcasing our values and vision in action.
Working closely with our Internal Engagement Advisors, you’ll help shape and deliver events that bring our people and communities together. Aligned with our Internal Engagement Strategy and annual forward plan, your work will ensure events are impactful and engaging.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and implement a programme of engaging events on behalf of the Chief Constable, including reward and recognition ceremonies, Long Service Awards, and the Force’s Memorial event.
• Deliver effective event planning that supports the priorities outlined in our Internal Engagement Strategy, ensuring timelines are realistic and achievable within the demands of the Force.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders and departments to embed a consistent approach to event planning and maximise engagement across the organisation.
• Provide timely and detailed creative briefs to the Creative department, ensuring all written content is submitted in line with deadlines and supports the delivery of impactful events.
• Support and coordinate external awards nominations, helping our people achieve the reward and recognition they deserve.
• Work closely with the wider communications and engagement team to develop internal and external engagement plans, offering support and advice on event delivery and messaging.
• Contribute innovative and creative ideas to continuously improve how we engage our people and communities through the Force’s corporate events calendar.
  Sound interesting? For further information, and to support your application, please view the job description.

CANDIDATES WITH PRIORITY STATUS WILL BE GIVEN PRECEDENCE FOR THIS ROLE OVER OTHER APPLICANTS.

Our application form will help us understand how your work, education and life experience has prepared you for the role of an Events and Engagement with #TeamNP. To help support your application research what makes us tick here at Northumbria, the role you’re ing for and the values and behaviours that contribute.
The recruitment process will consist of the initial application form followed by a face to face interview. Just so you know, you can save your application and come back to it any time prior to the closing date on the advert.
We are proud members of the Business Disability Forum, with whom we collaborate with to improve the lives of disabled employees. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, therefore if you demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as stated in the advert, we will progress your application and offer you an interview.
If you tell us that you have a disability, we can make adjustments to support you through the recruitment process (for example we can arrange extra time for tests or provide a sign language interpreter) You can get in touch with us via careers@northumbria.police.uk for any support regarding the application process. Please provide us with plenty of notice so we can ensure your visit goes smoothly.
Use of AI in Applications: At Northumbria Police, we embrace innovative technologies to enhance our recruitment process. We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While AI can be a valuable resource, we encourage applicants to ensure their submissions accurately reflect their personal qualifications, experiences, and skills. Our selection process includes thorough evaluations to verify the authenticity and suitability of all applications. We value genuine and thoughtful responses that showcase your unique strengths and perspectives.
We are committed to building a dynamic, agile workplace where meaningful connection are key. For roles designated as agile or home-based, employees will work from a Force site at least once a week, with two days recommended. Hiring managers will be happy to discuss how this works in practice at interview stage.
This approach helps build strong relationships, supports wellbeing, and fosters collaboration across teams.
If your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a Recruitment Vetting (RV) form, therefore you must be a resident of the UK for a minimum period of 3 years to ensure vetting checks can be successfully performed. A job offer will be dependent upon vetting clearance, medical information, and references.