We are seeking a passionate and experienced Community Engagement Officer to support the delivery of electricity infrastructure projects across Southern England. This role is vital in helping projects progress positively through planning and into delivery by ensuring open and meaningful dialogue with the communities and stakeholders they affect.You will be responsible for creating and delivering strategies that promote effective communication, consultation and engagement with local people and external organisations. Working as a key part of the project team, you will act as the voice of the community, ensuring that concerns are addressed, opportunities for collaboration are explored and trust is built at every stage.Key Responsibilities Develop and implement engagement strategies to communicate effectively with individuals and groups essential to project success Establish and maintain trusted relationships with external stakeholders including members of the public, local authorities, elected representatives and community groups Identify and manage reputational risks, find opportunities for local collaboration and work to deliver positive outcomes for all involved Provide clear, timely and accessible information to communities affected by infrastructure works, ensuring they understand the nature and impact of projects in their area Represent the project at public meetings, events and briefings, acting as a main point of contact for community engagement Respond to community ..... full job details .....