Overview
As a Flexible Project Officer, you'll play a key role in delivering a variety of walking, wheeling and cycling initiatives, stepping into different projects where your skills are needed most. No two days are the same, and you'll thrive in a fast-paced role that keeps you curious, proactive and making a real impact in communities.
What You'll Be Doing
* Planning and delivering a diverse mix of walking, wheeling and cycling projects, as guided by your line manager.
* Working as the sole project officer or as part of a team on larger projects. This could include working with the National Cycle Network team, Infrastructure team, Active Journeys team or Connected Communities team.
* Proactively involve volunteers in projects and activities wherever possible, including recruiting, training and providing ongoing support.
* Engaging with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders whilst undertaking project delivery.
* This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being out in the community — whether that\'s leading walks, running Dr Bike sessions in schools, or co-designing neighbourhoods with urban designers to help more people walk, wheel and cycle.
Qualifications and Experience
* Experience managing small, clearly defined projects, or delivering specific work packages as part of a wider project.
* 3 years\' work experience working with schools and/or community groups, which may include voluntary work.
* Strong understanding of active travel and the challenges faced by communities experiencing inequalities.
* Knowledge and understanding of behaviour change theories and tools.
What We Offer
We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That\'s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.
Wellbeing and Leave
* 28 days\' leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
* Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
* Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
* Free, confidential support service available 24/7
* Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme
Financial Benefits
* Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
* Bike, computer and season ticket loans
* Discount benefits
* London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
* Death in Service benefit - 3 x annual Salary
Family and Flexible Working
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
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