LGBTQ+ Community Engagement Worker - Sahir House

 

Salary: Circa £26,000 (+3% Employer Pension Contribution)

Hours: 35 hours PW (With an expectation of some evening and weekend work)

 

Sahir House is a vibrant Merseyside-based charity with a big heart. The organisation serves a unique dual purpose – they advocate for and support the needs of LGBTQ+ people and promote better sexual health for all. Since their formation, the needs of people living with HIV has been core to their purpose.

They are a bold and empowered community of LGBTQ+ people and allies engaged in creating a brighter shared future.  They are there for people when they need them most. Tnhey do this through their 1:1 support services, counselling, peer support groups, online community, community engagement and outreach programmes, partnerships and more.

 

What will you be doing?

This is a unique opportunity for a passionate and community-minded person to continue to develop their skills within their evolving regional charity as an LGBTQ+ Community Engagement Worker.

 

What are they looking for?

They are looking for someone with ideas and enthusiasm. Their ideal candidate will already possess a relevant qualification (such as an NVQ Level 3 or above in social work, health, education) or equivalent experience and evidence of a commitment to continuing learning and professional development.

They are looking for someone with strong people skills (working with staff, volunteers and service user) and excellent organisational skills. You will create and coordinate a variety of groups and outreach initiatives.

This position will require work outside of standard office hours – including some evenings and weekends.

They welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

 

For further information and to apply

Please visit their website to download an application pack, alternatively please email gillian.clotworthy@sahir.uk.com

If you would like further information or would like to request an informal chat about the role please contact anthony.hopkinson@sahir.uk.com

 

The final day for applications is Monday 28th November 2022. 

Interviews expected to be held w/c 5th December 2022.