Wirral Regeneration Partnership – Voluntary Role

The Wirral Regeneration Partnership has been set up to coordinate and accelerate the priority programmes defined by the Birkenhead 2040 Framework.  It will consider the 5-year Business Plan which would set out the priorities and objectives for each project within the Regeneration Partnership area. Each project will have its own outline business case (delivery plan) which will be reviewed by the board in accordance with the terms of reference and operational structure. Each project will have its own focus, priority and objectives and each project will be brought to the Board for approval to proceed on a business case by business case basis to ensure areas of interdependency and sequencing are managed and addressed.

We are seeking membership form across the public, private and voluntary sectors with a range of skills and experience in delivering significant sustainable regeneration programmes with a focus on outcomes that make a positive difference to people’s quality of life and life chances. Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate skills across the following areas, applicants do not need to demonstrate a fit with all criteria we are looking for a range of skills to create a multi skilled/experienced Board.

• A keen interest in the regeneration of the Birkenhead 2040 area and the wider Wirral area.
• Knowledge or experience in placemaking and in delivering significant regeneration programmes.
• An understanding of investment opportunities public and private for delivering significant regeneration programmes.
• Proven experience of delivery of significant regeneration programmes;
• Experience in community and stakeholder engagement and Stewardship.
• Marketing and Communications experience.
• Financial and commercial understanding in the context of regeneration.
• Understanding of the value of culture, heritage and the Visitor Economy within the context of regeneration.

Expectation of the role

The successful applicant will need to be available to attend approximately 4 meetings of the Committee in any calendar year; and any associated training and development events. Applicants will need to be contactable throughout the year. The appointment will be made for 3 years.

Applicants must disclose to the Council any matter that might damage the reputation of the Council.

As a key contributor to the Northwest England and Northeast Wales regional economy, with the largest regeneration programme outside of London, the regeneration of the Birkenhead 2040 Framework area and wider Wirral will have wide ranging impact; and in seeking to represent all its residents, whilst the Council seeks representation from the Wirral community applications for this role are also encouraged from the wider Liverpool City Region and the Mersey Dee area.

This role is not a job vacancy; should you be appointed you will not be an employee of the Council. This is a voluntary position. Training will be available as identified either at selection or at times through the year as determined by the Partnership to enable them to undertake the role effectively.

If you would like further information about the role, please review the attached candidate pack and supporting documentation.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact recruitment@wirral.gov.uk