Role Opening Are you a confident communicator, passionate about engaging with communities and able to work independently in an environment where no two days are the same? We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join Surrey and West Sussex Prevent teams as a Prevent (Counter Terrorism) Engagement Officer. The current level of threat from terrorism in the UK is substantial which means an attack is considered likely. The purpose of Prevent is to safeguard individuals from becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism. You will be responsible for developing, delivering, and continuously improving training and engagement programmes aimed at raising awareness of Prevent, radicalisation, and associated topics by engaging with a wide range of audiences to build relationships and ensure the successful delivery of the Prevent Duty. Although the office is based in Reigate, Surrey, your work will primarily take place in the community and at Partner locations, which will involve regular travel across Surrey and West Sussex throughout the week. About The Role This role will deliver and develop a strategic programme of community engagement and communications, creating meaningful local partnerships between civil society, communities and statutory Prevent partners. Reporting to Surrey and West Sussex Prevent leads you will monitor community tensions to identify appropriate actions required and proactively seek opportunities for engagement. You will offer expert advice, identify vulnerabilities and risks, deliver training, and build a network of contacts within Surrey and West Sussex to advance Prevent activity. We are seeking Prevent Engagement Officer with strong communication skills to: Develop and deliver training packages and communications aimed at improving awareness of Prevent, radicalisation, and associated topics for a range of audiences Develop and deliver an engagement plan to work with local communities across Surrey and West Sussex to encourage a better understanding of Prevent and engage them in relevant Prevent activity Build effective, collaborative relationships with key internal and external partners across Surrey and West Sussex Support the development of project bids and coordinate the delivery of these projects Shortlisting Criteria Experience of delivering effective projects in Local Authorities, public services, voluntary/community organisations or similar In depth knowledge of child/adult safeguarding Current and Full UK Driving License and willingness to travel around Surrey and West Sussex to meet the needs of the role Excellent communication skills (verbal, written etc.) with a track record of building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to address sensitive problems and identify appropriate solutions. Application Questions - Application questions (sharepoint.com) What is your motivation in applying for the role of Prevent Engagement Officer? Can you tell me about a time when you had to work with a person or group who was initially resistant to your ideas or proposals. How did you manage to build rapport? Can you describe a situation where you had to diffuse a tense or confrontational situation at work. What strategies did you use to calm the situation? Contact Details For an informal discussion please contact Lara Bowden via email at lara.bowdensurreycc.gov.uk