The Engagement Lead role at The Bristol Cable is a crucial position responsible for driving the organization’s presence and engagement within the Bristol community. As the Engagement Lead, you will focus on building and strengthening relationships with both existing and new members from various communities and organizations in Bristol. This involves organizing informative community events, collaborating with community members, and engaging volunteers to support the Cable’s mission.
Additionally, the Engagement Lead will work closely with the Communications Lead to deliver campaigns through digital channels, plan revenue-generating events, and be a visible advocate for the Cable in the city. Managing the distribution of the quarterly print newspaper and supporting the board of voluntary member-directors are also key responsibilities of this role.
To excel in this position, candidates should possess the ability to work independently, strong digital skills, and experience in building and maintaining relationships with diverse communities. Knowledge of Bristol’s networks, community organizing, and event management are also essential qualifications. Desirable skills include team management experience, community outreach work, and familiarity with sociocracy principles.
The Cable offers a permanent position with a competitive salary, annual leave, pension scheme, flexible working hours, and professional development opportunities. As a member of the Cable team, you will play a vital role in redefining local journalism as a community asset and contributing to the organization’s mission of holding power to account through groundbreaking investigations.
The Cable is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive work environment, encouraging applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds. If you are passionate about investigative journalism and strengthening democracy, consider applying for the Engagement Lead position to join the Cable’s dedicated team in Bristol.
