Safer Communities Violence Against Women and Girls VAWG Project Officer

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Job Title: Safer Communities Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Project Officer Location: Lewisham, UK Salary: £32.00 per hour Employment Type: Locum Duration: Full-time, 3 months Leap into a rewarding opportunity as a Safer Communities Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Project Officer with Lewisham's Domestic Abuse Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (DA MARAC). This pivotal full-time, locum position offers an enriching environment where your expertise helps shape a safer community by supporting the delivery of Lewisham’s Domestic Abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy 2021–2026. Earn £32.00 hourly while serving as the cornerstone of effective administration, coordination, and development for DA MARAC. Perks and benefits:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment that nurtures growth, ensuring you're equipped and energised to tackle pressing challenges.
• Opportunities for professional development and training are built into the role, empowering you to enhance your skill set while making significant contributions.
• Flexible working arrangements include some evenings and weekends, offering you the adaptability to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Locum work provides the perfect avenue for gaining new experiences and diverse networking opportunities across various fields.
• Engage with multi-disciplinary teams and widen your professional network while also contributing your unique insights.

What you will do:

• Coordinate and administrate the Lewisham DA MARAC, ensuring the seamless operation and optimal performance of meetings.
• Spearhead the development and delivery of training for practitioners on the MARAC process and risk assessment protocols.
• Prepare agendas, manage case referrals, and produce precise minutes for each MARAC meeting.
• Maintain and analyse referral, outcome, and demographic data to spot emerging trends and identify gaps in service provision.
• Work collaboratively with both statutory and voluntary agencies to cater to the needs of victims, focusing on those from underrepresented groups.
• Drive the delivery of community engagement and partnership initiatives as outlined in the VAWG Strategy.
• Stay current with legislative and policy updates related to VAWG, ensuring all practices are compliant with the latest standards.

About You:

• We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a strong commitment to reducing violence and supporting victims.
• The ideal candidate will have: Knowledge and Experience Comprehensive understanding of VAWG legislation, policies, and strategies, including the Lewisham Domestic Abuse and VAWG Strategy.
• Proven experience in coordinating multi-agency projects, particularly in supporting vulnerable groups or victims of VAWG.
• Strong skills in data management, analysis, and reporting.
• Skills and Attributes Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to build strong partnerships with stakeholders and deliver impactful training.
•  A flexible, solution-focused approach to challenges.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline or significant equivalent experience.
• Awareness of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2) is desirable.

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