Common Vision is an independent think tank specialising in deliberative dialogue and community listening.

Over the last 7 years, Common Vision has built a strong reputation and enjoyed a growing profile on issues relating to our three strategic programmes:

• Involving young people in public dialogue and intergenerational policy making
• Catalysing responsible business action in the transition to environmental, social and economic sustainability
• Understanding emerging trends in local communities and cultural life

The Events and Communications manager will support engagement, profile building and relationship management across these three areas.

Key responsibilities:

• Events coordination: Designing and executing a varied schedule of events, leadership activities and development workshops across various projects
• Communications: Producing engaging and accessible written content, newsletters and social media outputs
• Network engagement: Coordinating network-building activities in order to grow and maintain active and engaged communities around Common Vision's work
• Stakeholder engagement: Liaising with participants involved in our research projects, events and other activities, including young leaders, professionals, campaigners, public commentators, Parliamentarians and academics
• Research and programming: Desk research and market research to inform the programming of events and other community engagement activities
• Fundraising: Supporting fundraising bids and external engagement with partners, funders and wider stakeholders
• Project management: General project management and administration

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 3 years experience in a role encompassing the majority of the responsibilities outlined above
• A keen interest in a wide range of social and political issues, including intergenerational equity, sustainability, arts and culture, and localism
• A thirst for knowledge and continuous learning, a creative and aspirational mindset and a keen eye for detail
• Strong professional skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Flexible and part-time arrangements will be considered.