Local Environmental Quality Coordinator, Guildford
Client: HappyJobsNI.com
Location: Guildford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Description:
Charity Jobs NI (part of the Happy Jobs group) is partnering with Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful to recruit a proactive, organized, and dedicated Local Environmental Quality Coordinator to join their expanding LEQ team. If you are passionate about environmental sustainability and thrive in a collaborative environment, this could be the role for you.
About Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful:
A forward-thinking charity dedicated to enhancing the environment and communities through local initiatives and promoting sustainable living, aiming to create a cleaner, greener future for Northern Ireland.
Role Overview:
As a Local Environmental Quality Coordinator, you will coordinate and manage various environmental quality and certification programs within the LEQ department. You will work closely with the Local Environmental Quality Manager to ensure effective delivery, stakeholder engagement, and supervision of departmental officers.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Coordination: Manage resources and personnel to deliver program outputs effectively within budget and deadlines.
2. Project Management: Plan, implement, and report on environmental quality initiatives.
3. Surveying and Certifications: Coordinate certification programs like Blue Flag, Green Flag, and conduct cleanliness surveys across boroughs and neighborhoods.
4. Community Engagement: Promote community participation in sustainability initiatives and expand geographical coverage.
5. Communications: Serve as the primary contact for technical inquiries, represent the charity at events, and create content for various platforms.
6. Research Support: Assist in research and policy analysis related to environmental sustainability.
7. Authority and Decision-making: Manage stakeholder communications, oversee work commissioning, and support marketing efforts.
Benefits:
* Impactful work contributing to environmental education and sustainability.
* Flexible hybrid work environment, with at least 2 days in the Belfast office.
* 4-day workweek trial (30 hours, full pay).
* Professional development opportunities including Carbon Literacy training.
Qualifications & Experience:
Essential: Relevant third-level qualification or three years' equivalent experience; at least 1 year in surveying/auditing; 2 years in program delivery; 1 year in staff supervision.
Desirable: Experience in data collection, analysis, reporting, voluntary sector, or local government roles.
Skills & Requirements:
* Strong ICT skills (Microsoft Office).
* Full driving license and access to transport.
* Understanding of environmental issues.
* Effective team and independent working abilities.
* Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
* Occasional travel and flexible working hours may be required.
Additional Details:
* Salary: £30,328
* Contract: Permanent (subject to funding)
* Application Deadline: 28th April 2025 at 9am
* Interview: 7th May 2025 in Belfast
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV via the online application system or contact the team for more information.
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