Diabetes Engagement Officer - 16-months Fixed Term Contract

Job Introduction

Diabetes Engagement Officer

Contract: 16-month Fixed Term Contract

Hours: 35

Location: Lisburn with hybrid working

We ask colleagues to spend at least one day a week in the office, with more time in person  when this supports effective collaboration or the needs of the Charity.

Salary: £30,804 - £34,227

Closing Date: 22 November 2026

Interview Date: 30 November 2026 (In person)

About the Charity

We are Diabetes UK and our mission is to tackle diabetes, day in and day out, until it can do no harm. With more people than ever living with diabetes and millions more at risk of developing Type 2, our work has never been more needed.  

But there’s so much more to do – and you can be part of it. 

Summary of role

Diabetes UK Northern Ireland secured funding from the National Lottery Peoples and Community Fund – to develop the “Live Well Hub Programme” The project will provide local communities the support to set up structures of diabetes support and enable us to reach those in most need, delivering support and information to people.

The Diabetes Engagement Officer will partner with organisations and groups, delivering a range of tailored engagement tools and health promotion activities, both face to face and online. To further develop community assets, the DEO will recruit and train volunteers with a vision of supporting them to establish sustainable Live Well Hubs across Northern Ireland.

You can find full details in the job description. 

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including a health cash plan, early finish Fridays and access to a strong learning and development offer. You can find full details attached below. 

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Diabetes UK is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from people from global majority backgrounds and disabled people, who are currently underrepresented at Diabetes UK. 

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled candidates, who meet the minimum criteria and disclose this in their application. 

Employment Checks 

Offers of employment are subject to evidence of eligibility to work in the UK and satisfactory references. Where relevant, a criminal background check will also be required. 

How to apply  

To apply please click on the apply button. If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@diabetes.org.uk 

Diabetes UK