Project Officer – Innovative Coastal Flood Resilience
Employer: Wyre Council
Location: Civic Centre, Wyre Council, South East, UK
Contract: Temporary (Fixed term until 31 March 2027)
Working Pattern: Full Time, 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 15 February 2026
Reference: Env/26/329910
Overview
Our Future Coast is a pioneering DEFRA funded £6m programme designed to boost coastal resilience across the North West using nature‑based solutions and natural buffer strips. You will lead Work Package 6 – Dissemination, coordinating activities across teams, partners, authorities and coastal communities to maximise impact.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development of a project website including interactive mapping tools.
* Create and maintain an open‑access case study bank for coastal practitioners.
* Organise dissemination events in collaboration with the programme team.
* Produce high‑quality digital content and coordinate broader project communications with the communications team.
* Lead social media content creation and manage social media pages, maintaining a professional online presence.
* Coordinate external partners, work groups, adjacent authorities, and community groups to deliver high‑quality dissemination products and events.
* Prepare reports for the Programme Board, Environment Agency and DEFRA.
Skills and Experience
* Strong project management skills with experience delivering projects.
* Excellent influencing, negotiation and communication skills (written and verbal).
* Ability to build strong collaborative networks and working relationships externally and internally.
* Ability to work independently and inspire others.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively within a team and meet deadlines.
* Understanding of government agencies, RMAs and the coastal management sector.
* Knowledge of innovative natural flood management approaches.
* Experience working within local government procurement and procedures.
What's in it for you?
* Flexi‑time and the option to work remotely part of the week as agreed with your line manager.
* Generous annual leave allowance: a minimum of 24 days (pro‑rated) in addition to all bank holidays, rising to 26 days after four years and 29 days after five years local government service.
* Future development – face‑to‑face and virtual courses in line with your developmental goals.
* Free parking on site.
* A local government pension scheme, with generous employer contribution.
* The opportunity to work for the local community and make a difference.
How to apply
To apply online, please visit our website and click on “Apply online” to begin your application.
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