Social Value Coordinator

Social Value Coordinator
Part Time
Bargeddie
£12.21 per hour

Our client is seeking a dynamic and proactive Social Value Coordinator to lead the delivery of their Social Value Plan for the Roads Maintenance and Operations Contract in North Lanarkshire. As the Roads Maintenance and Operations Contractor, our client will deliver improvements, maintenance work and investment across the roads, footpath and lighting networks and related infrastructure in their Bargeddie Depot on a part time permanent basis (but could lead to full time position).

The project requires a Social Value Coordinator to adopt the first line of contact and support for their social value initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to maximise the positive social impact of their operations, while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and ensuring effective communication across all parties.

Main Duties:

• Develop, implement, and manage the contract Social Value Plan ensuring alignment with contract commitments
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality social value initiatives (local employment opportunities, training and apprenticeships, school and community engagement projects) in partnership with stakeholders
• Contribute to the successful delivery of the contract Fair Work First Plan
• Operate as the primary point of contact for social value on the contract, including enquiries and feedback from communities
• Be responsible for regular monitoring and progress reports that demonstrate impact of contract social value initiatives aligned to contract key performance indicators
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including North Lanarkshire Council, community groups, educational institutions, training providers and supply chain
• Lead on the development of social value studies that showcase the impact of social value initiatives and support award applications
• Collaborate with other contract team departments (Commercial, HR) to ensure the integration of social value across all aspects of project delivery
• Work with the supply chain to encourage and facilitate their involvement in social value activities, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in managing social value, community engagement or corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders
• Experience in working with public sector clients and understanding of the requirements for social value in government contracts or a background in employment and training or community development
• Strong analytical skills with experience in monitoring, reporting, and evaluating social impact
• Knowledge of relevant social value frameworks (e.g., National TOMs Framework) is highly desirable
• Previous experience of working in the infrastructure or construction sector is desirable but not essential

Benefits:

• Enhanced Pension contributions
• Employee Assist Programme
• Sick Leave
• Enhanced Paternity Pay