Assistant Project Officer (Cycling and Walking)

Norfolk County Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk County Council is seeking an Assistant Project Officer to join the Active Travel delivery team. This role involves assisting with projects that promote healthier, greener communities through cycling and walking initiatives, while ensuring effective financial management and reporting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Employee discounts through Norfolk Rewards

Relocation expenses

Travel expense advances

Local Government Pension Scheme

Tax-efficient benefits

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Ability to manage budgets and financial data effectively.
• Experience with project planning and risk management.
• Enthusiasm for promoting active travel and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery from conception to implementation.
• Monitor resources, programs, and budgets.
• Prepare financial and activity reports.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Innovative thinking

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Project Officer (Cycling and Walking) | 8442 | Fixed Term Contract until 30 September 2026 | 37 hours per week | £27,711 to £30,060 per annum (Scale F) | County Hall

This role supports the Active Travel delivery team within the Environment Service by assisting with externally funded projects. The Assistant Project Officer will handle administrative tasks, manage budgets and financial data, and support project delivery through planning, risk management, and reporting.

The role contributes to Norfolk's walking, wheeling, and cycling strategy, promoting healthier, greener communities by encouraging active travel, reducing traffic congestion, and enhancing overall quality of life and environmental health.

We seek an enthusiastic individual capable of working effectively within a team to meet objectives outlined in the Business Plan. The candidate should demonstrate an innovative approach, embracing new working methods, and fostering partnerships to maximize community and sector involvement and secure external funding.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support the delivery of services and projects from conception to implementation.
2. Monitor resources, programs, and budgets.
3. Assist in preparing financial and activity reports and claims.
4. Utilize systems and procedures for project control and delivery.
5. Communicate project-related messages effectively.
6. Support report production and document preparation.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to organize workload are essential. This is a fixed-term position until September 2026.

For more information or an informal discussion, contact Andrew Hollis (Active Travel Team Leader) at [e-mail].

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services
• Flexible working options
• Employee discounts through Norfolk Rewards
• Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
• Relocation expenses (if applicable)
• Travel expense advances
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Tax-efficient benefits including pension and bikes
• Green travel leasing options
• Referral bonuses

We promote a healthy work-life balance with flexible, hybrid working arrangements. Good broadband connectivity is required.

Before applying, review the full Job description and person specification and our Terms and Conditions.

Internal applicants can apply via myOracle with their @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email.

Closing dates: Redeployment - 10 July 2025, All other applicants - 22 August 2025.

About Norfolk

Norfolk offers a rich environment with coastline, Broads, market towns, and a vibrant city. Our economy is growing, driven by innovation across sectors like energy and food, supported by a strategic housing and education development plan. We serve over 850,000 residents, working in partnership with local organizations to deliver high-quality services.