Parish-based Neighbourhood De-clustering Plan

Following the recent “de-clustering” of the Steyning, Wiston, Ashurst & Bramber Neighbourhood Plan project (SWAB), Steyning is now going ahead with its own parish-based Neighbourhood Plan.

The project requires six to eight volunteers to join the Steering Group, responsible for overseeing the Neighbourhood Plan to successful completion. We are looking for people from a wide range of ages and backgrounds who live and/or work in Steyning and are keen to play an active role in securing a thriving future for the town.

Essential attributes are:
Enthusiasm, time & energy to commit to the project and a willingness to sign up to its Terms of Reference. Integrity, resilience and the ability to work with confidential documents/issues are also important. Members need to be able to accept differing points of view, be willing to compromise and work with others.

Helpful attributes:
•    Project management and organisational skills
•    An ability to engage with members of the public and be receptive to their views
•    Communication and negotiation skills
•    An ability to read, analyse and understand complex documents
•    Experience of working as part of a project team
•    Relevant knowledge/experience would include:
•    Town planning
•    Architecture/housing design
•    Environmental assessment
•    Policy and grant application writing
•    Data analysis
•    Accountancy
•    Community engagement
•    Running a local business
•    Heritage issues

Please apply in writing, explaining why you would like to join the group and what attributes you can offer, to: steyningnp@gmail.com by 10th January 2018.

You are also welcome to arrange an informal chat prior to application. Interviews to take place mid-January 2018.

Liz Trundle and Gill Muncey
Steyning Parish Council representatives