Description
Community & Collaboration Co-Ordinator
Salary: £28,000 per annum (pro rata)
Location: Birmingham, B18 6NF
Hours: 21 hours per week, pro rata of 35 hours per week
Contract: 1 Year Fixed Term (extension under review)
What We Offer:
A supportive and learning-focused environment.
Flexible working arrangements.
Competitive salary.
Contributory pension scheme.
Exciting and impactful work.
Opportunity to contribute to tackling racial injustice and making a real difference.
About Us
We are a small, passionate team with big ambitions!
Committed to tackling mental health inequalities and racial injustice within Black communities in the West Midlands, we aim to ensure that mental health support needs are met, and Black communities thrive.
By fostering collaboration and breaking down silos, we work in partnership with a diverse range of stakeholders, including individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges, carers, grassroots organisations, mental health trusts, faith communities, and businesses.
As the Black Thrive partner in Birmingham since 2020, we have secured long-term funding to achieve our aspirations. This is an exciting time to join our growing organisation and make a meaningful impact.
About the Role
The Community & Collaboration Co-ordinator will be responsible for fostering connections, encouraging collaboration, and sharing information across Catalyst 4 Change’s community development, research, engagement, and capacity-building programmes.
You will work closely with team members to engage Black communities, Catalyst’s registered members, voluntary and statutory organisations, and other stakeholders. Your goal will be to co-develop culturally appropriate mental health and wellbeing services that meet the needs of Birmingham and West Midlands communities.
Key Responsibilities;
Facilitate linkages and collaboration across all Catalyst 4 Change programmes.
Work with Black communities, voluntary organisations, and other stakeholders to co-design culturally sensitive mental health services.
Raise awareness of mental health issues and address barriers to service access, stigma, and mistrust within Black communities.
Collaborate with individuals and organisations to rebuild confidence in mental health services.
Skills and Knowledge
We are looking for someone who has:
In-depth knowledge of the experiences and challenges faced by people of African and Caribbean descent and the factors affecting their health and wellbeing outcomes.
Experience in coordinating and delivering community outreach programmes within Black communities.
Strong understanding of systemic racism, institutional barriers, and their impact on individuals and communities.
Commitment to anti-racist practice and the social model of disability.
Knowledge or experience of issues faced by individuals with poor mental health and the interconnectedness of mental and physical health.
Ability to collaborate effectively to design solutions that address stigma, barriers to access, and trust rebuilding.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV along with a supporting statement that references the job description and person specification when you click apply’!
Important: Please review the applicant guide to ensure your application is complete and includes all required information.
Closing Date: Monday 13 January 2025, 23:59
If you require adjustments during the application process due to a disability or long-term condition, please let us know.
Interviews: Scheduled for 30 January 2025
Join us in our mission to create meaningful change for Black communities in Birmingham and the West Midlands.
We look forward to your application!
No agencies please.
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