Job Description
This is an exciting time for Parkinson s UK, we want to reach as many people as possible so we can improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson s. We are looking for people to join our network, make genuine connections, and be part of a larger team that works together to support the Parkinson s community in the North East and North Cumbria.
People living with Parkinson's value the services and opportunities Parkinson s UK provides, delivered by committed and skilled colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations. Following an investment of 1.5 million we have the opportunity to build on the quality and reach of our community services.
About the role
You ll mobilise people to become part of a growing community, taking action to improve the lives of everyone affected by Parkinson's. You ll lead collaboration, joint planning, shared ownership and delivery of area plans to develop a people powered movement, uniting everyone behind a common vision.
You ll be responsible for driving forward the charity s strategic plans, working with the vision of the country/community in a designated geographical area. You ll grow, facilitate and inspire a movement of people that is supported to have a positive impact locally and nationally.
What you ll do:
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Facilitate collaboration and communication between staff, volunteers, other strategic partners and people affected by Parkinson s
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Be accountable for developing, overseeing delivery and evaluation of the country/ local community (development) plan
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Create an inclusive model of feedback and collaboration that increases participation and involvement across diverse communities
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Source and analyse validated data and local intelligence to support the England/ community to make informed decisions about priorities and evaluate interventions
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Build and develop local partnerships, collaborations, coalitions in order to achieve innovative and creative responses with positive outcomes that will meet identified needs
What you ll bring:
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Demonstrable experience of engaging and maintaining relationships with stakeholders including those from diverse communities
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Experience of people (staff and volunteer) management as well as a commitment to working collaboratively with volunteers
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Experience of facilitating and modelling a collaborative and transparent approach, which promotes trust, mutual respect, ownership, reflection and a sense of responsibility
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Knowledge and/ or experience of appropriate health, social care structures and services relevant to Parkinson s and of the principles of influencing and campaigning
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Experience of data sourcing and analysis to provide reports and information for a range of audiences
This is an exciting time for Parkinson s UK and we would love you to join us!
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.
Interviews for this role will be held 2nd February 2026 in Newcastle.
The successful candidate will be required to
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live in the area specified (North East and North Cumbria) and be able to travel freely and flexibly around the area the role covers, and occasionally further afield without reliance on public transport
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provide their own broadband service with a minimum download speed of 2Mb
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have a confidential space in which to work
This role will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. You ll be required to apply for one; refusal to do so will result in the offer being withdrawn.
Anyone can get Parkinson s. It s vital that the people who work for Parkinson s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
