Active Travel & Community Engagement Lead

Scvo; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Staff volunteer days

Bike, computer and season ticket loans

London Weighting Allowance (£4,530)

Job summary

Walk Wheel Cycle Trust in Scotland is seeking an Engagement Officer to help people and communities choose walking, wheeling and cycling for everyday journeys. You will plan and deliver projects, events and activities that encourage active travel and bring people together.

You’ll build positive relationships with community groups, partners and volunteers, manage project plans and budgets, and support volunteer recruitment while contributing to healthier, safer, and more accessible communities.

Qualifications

• Experience engaging with children, young people and schools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with partners, volunteers and stakeholders.
• Ability to organise and manage workload across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver activities and events encouraging walking, wheeling and cycling.
• Manage project plans, budgets and records.
• Support volunteer recruitment and involvement in projects.
• Build relationships with community groups, partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Community engagement

Communication skills

Project management

Volunteer coordination

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Job description

Walk Wheel Cycle Trust in Scotland is seeking an Engagement Officer to help people and communities choose walking, wheeling and cycling for everyday journeys. You will plan and deliver projects, events and activities that encourage active travel and bring people together.

You’ll build positive relationships with community groups, partners and volunteers, manage project plans and budgets, and support volunteer recruitment while contributing to healthier, safer, and more accessible communities.