Communication and Engagement Senior Advisor

Communication and Engagement Senior Advisor - 30649

Number of jobs available 1

Region National

City/Town All

Grade Staff Grade 6

Post Type Fixed Term

Role Type Communications / Marketing

Working Pattern Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Communications and Engagement professional to join the Waste Regulatory Reforms Programme. This is a temporary role until the end of March 2026 however there is the possibility of extension, subject to funding.
Defra’s Resources and Waste Strategy identified several reforms to waste regulation to help us drive towards a circular economy. Implementing this portfolio of legislative reforms is a ‘once in a generation’ opportunity to make a seismic shift in the way waste and resources is managed in this country.
As a result, there is a need for a significant amount of engagement with industry to raise awareness of the legislative changes. We need to develop strong communications to inform the huge customer base of what they must do to comply.
You will lead the refinement and delivery of project Communication and Engagement plans. You will manage and maintain demanding relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally. You will lead and plan engagement events to ensure maximum impact, creating content and communications products.
The Environment Agency are fully committed to inclusivity and equal opportunities, offering flexible work arrangements for all our vacancies. Join us in a diverse environment where every voice is heard and valued.

The team The post sits in an evolving Waste Regulatory Reform Programme Management Office which sits within Waste Regulation in the Environment and Business directorate. The Programme Management Office is a growing team that supports the various projects to deliver regulatory reform.
You will work with the Communications and Change Lead and other communications leads across the Programme. You will support several projects with their communication and engagement needs.

Experience/skills required We are looking for people with strong Communication and Engagement experience who have worked within a programme or project setting. However, it’s your energy, communications skills and the way you motivate people that will set you apart. You’ll build effective relationships and encourage good Communication and Engagement as part of a larger, multidisciplinary programme team.
In your capability-based answers please demonstrate your ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work.
You’ll have a range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided.

Length of contract up to 12 months

Competence 1 Engages others

Description ‘Engages Others’ means an individual: plans, carries out and evaluates effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders following the ‘Working with others’ approach.
Please describe and provide example(s) of where you have planned and delivered effective stakeholder engagement and how your evaluation of the engagement informed your future practice.

Competence 2 Achieves Results

Description 'Achieves Results’ means an individual:
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets and prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
Please describe and provide example(s) of how you maximise your work output, prioritising tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.

Competence 3 Focuses on Customers and Partners

Description ‘Focusses on Customers and Partners’ means an individual: addresses the needs of internal and external…