Community and Partnerships Coordinator

VIN is working in partnership with West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) to strengthen community coordination, partnership working and VCFSE infrastructure across West Northamptonshire. The Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) will be an important early focus, but the role is wider: it is about building stronger local partnerships, improving routes into support, and helping the sector contribute to prevention, resilience and community wellbeing. The post is hosted by VIN and will include embedded working with WNC. Job purpose To lead and coordinate the relationship between VIN, WNC and the local VCFSE sector, helping to create a more connected, place-based system of support for residents across West Northamptonshire. The postholder will act as a key connector between organisations, services and communities. They will support collaboration, reduce duplication, identify gaps and opportunities, and help build sustainable partnerships that improve access to timely and appropriate support. This is a strategic and practical role. The postholder will need to think system-wide, build trusted relationships and influence across organisational boundaries, while also being willing to get involved in hands-on delivery, coordination and problem-solving. Key responsibilities 1. Strategic Community Coordination and System Leadership Act as a key connector between VIN, WNC, VCFSE organisations, community groups and wider partners, supporting a joined-up approach to community-based support. 2. ..... full job details .....