Do you believe in the power of walking? Do you believe that walking more and driving less can help us tackle major issues such as the climate-nature emergency? We do, we believe that Walking is for everyone, everywhere, everyday. We believe walking and wheeling should be accessible for all and we believe that more people walking and wheeling is key to Scotland becoming a greener and healthier place to live and work. At Walking Scotland, we know how powerful walking is and what it can do. We are looking a passionate and engaging Development Officer that can help us support more people from communities in West Central Scotland to walk more for leisure, pleasure and for everyday journeys. About Walking Scotland It’s an exciting time to join us. We’ve just unveiled our new name and brand, and as we approach our 30th anniversary, we’re stepping confidently into a bold new chapter. Walking Scotland is a charity that helps make walking and wheeling a part of everyday life. We promote the benefits of walking and wheeling on our physical, social and mental health. Our programmes connect communities and inspire positive behaviour change. We also improve places and spaces to walk and wheel. We’re an advocate for making walking and wheeling inclusive. We work with partners and local communities to reduce barriers. This ensures everyone has the chance to walk and wheel everywhere they go. By focusing on walking and wheeling, we’re helping to solve some of Scotland’s biggest challenges, from health inequalities to the climate-nature emergency. About the role As our Walking Communities Development Officer, you will build relationships within three communities, going out to consultation to identify local peoples current walking habits and identify barriers that put people off walking more. You will work with stakeholders to develop recommendations and interventions that can address and overcome highlighted barriers. Ready to walk the talk? The application pack for this role and information on how to apply are available on our website. If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Richard Armstrong, Walking Communities and Environments Manager, by email - his details can be found at the link to the careers page on our website Walking Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.