Communications Engagement Coordinator

Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.Job detailsWe’re looking for a motivated and organised Communications and Engagement Coordinator to join our Communications, Engagement and Public Affairs team. This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll support the delivery of the council’s communications and community engagement activity.You’ll help coordinate day-to-day engagement projects, support public consultations and events, and maintain our online engagement platforms and websites. From drafting clear and accessible content to liaising with residents and community groups, you’ll play a vital part in making sure people across Huntingdonshire have their say in shaping council services.This is a great opportunity to develop your skills in communications and engagement while working in a supportive team environment. You’ll gain valuable experience across communications and engagement, with the chance to see the real difference your work makes to local communities.About YouYou will be someone with a passion for communication and an interest in community engagement. Organised and proactive, you are comfortable balancing different tasks and deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail. With clear written and verbal communication skills, you can produce content that is engaging and easy to understand.You will also be confident using digital tools and able to support updates to websites and online engagement platforms. Just as importantly, you enjoy working with people - whether that’s supporting residents at an event, collaborating with colleagues on a project, or building relationships with community groups. Adaptable and a strong team player, you’re ready to get involved in a wide range of activities.While previous experience in a communications, engagement, or customer-facing role would be an advantage, more important is your enthusiasm, willingness to learn, and commitment to delivering excellent service to our residents.An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.ApplyTo apply for this position, please complete the application form.The closing date is 9am 5 November 2025 and interviews will be held the week commencing 10 November 2025.However, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!For many of our roles (where it is possible) we accommodate a hybrid model of working. We know our people are what make Huntingdonshire District Council great and recognise how important a healthy work–life balance is. Our hybrid work model enables employees to work remotely whilst allowing for in-office collaboration opportunities across the district. Candidates should therefore be within commutable distance of our offices in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire or able to attend meetings as required if further afield.Should you have any additional questions regarding submitting an application, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.Working for the councilAs an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.