Communities Officer

The Nuclear Institute

About the Organisation

Nuclear Institute is the professional membership body and learned society for the nuclear industry. The Nuclear Institute conducts educational and outreach activities, organises events and conferences, produces a respected industry journal, and supports professionalism within the industry and among our members. The Nuclear Institute works closely with other organisations, as well as the Engineering and Science Councils and Society for the Environment, which licence the Nuclear Institute to register professionals as Chartered Engineers, Scientists and Environmentalists, as well as other grades of registration. The Nuclear Institute has nearly 6,000 members, a small staff team of 8 people, and around 300 volunteers. The nuclear industry is a growing and exciting place to be.

About the role

The Nuclear Institute benefits from a broad and growing membership base, with our enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteers operating nine UK regional branches and more than seven Special Interest Groups (SIG).  You will be pivotal to the delivery of the activities and events of each branch and SIG, sharing best practices and developing new network initiatives.

The role will strengthen volunteer engagement and help to maximise volunteering satisfaction. Nuclear Institute communities foster connection, collaboration, and professional development, helping NI become a stronger professional home for nuclear professionals.

Responsibilities

Volunteer Engagement and Support:

• Develop and grow the engagement in branches & SIGs and support volunteers to build new groups and networks.
• Build strong relationships with each branch and SIG community, providing administrative support for their meetings and activities.
• With support, develop and deliver our annual in-person Volunteer Awards and annual in-person Volunteer Forum event.
• Work with the Communities and Events Manager to develop and deliver branch events and SIG conferences.
• Engage our volunteers with regular virtual ‘keep in touch’ meetings and other activities designed to maximise their satisfaction in their volunteer role and share best practice across the networks.
• Create regular communications to engage and update our volunteers.

Community Development:

• Support our communities with the development of their annual budgets and help them develop ideas for new, year-round activities to maximise member engagement and volunteer satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities for new communities and initiatives designed to broaden and grow our membership.

Operational Support:

• Ensure our CRM is kept up to date with current volunteer details for each community.
• Work with each community to ensure their Terms of Reference are current and support their AGMs as required.
• Create volunteer resources, including a handbook to support and guide our volunteers to fulfil their roles successfully.
• Work with the Marketing and Communications Manager to ensure communities have the digital branding and branded merchandise required, and access to their community email and community SharePoint areas.

Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes

Essential Experience:

• Experience in a volunteer engagement role.
• Experience delivering events, both in person and virtual.
• Some experience using CRMs and reporting software.

Essential Skills & Knowledge:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a small team environment.

Essential Behaviours:

• Takes ownership and accountability for delivery.
• Works collaboratively across multiple volunteer communities.
• Demonstrates an inclusive approach to working.
• Comfortable engaging senior stakeholders with credibility.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience in working with event management systems and applications.
• Experience working in or with the nuclear, energy, and engineering infrastructure sectors.
• Knowledge of professional bodies, CPD frameworks, and membership models.

Compensation & Benefits

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Flexible hours with a 9-day in 10-day work pattern

Working locations

• Wholly remote, UK-based, with frequent travel, especially to London and Manchester.

How to apply

• Please apply by sending your CV and covering letter to [email protected]
• For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact: Rebecca Hughes, Events and Communities Manager Email: [email protected]

Policies

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those from groups underrepresented in the nuclear sector. Our recruitment process is fair and accessible.

Reasonable adjustments are available at any stage. If you require adjustments, please contact us so we can support you. The Nuclear Institute is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing positive and supportive working conditions.

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