Coastal Resilience Project Officer - Digital & Engagement

Wyre Borough Council; Poulton-le-Fylde; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Project Officer to lead communications for a £6m coastal resilience program. This role involves coordinating activities across teams and stakeholders, managing digital platforms, and creating impactful content. The ideal candidate will have strong project management and communication skills. This opportunity offers flexible working arrangements, generous leave, and the chance to contribute to community resilience efforts along the North West Coastline.

Benefits

Flexi time

Generous annual leave

Employee wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience delivering projects in a structured manner.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a project website and interactive tools.
• Organise dissemination events with stakeholders.
• Coordinate social media content creation and management.

Skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Influencing skills

Negotiation skills

Tools

GIS

ESRI based mapping tools

Job description

A local government authority is seeking a Project Officer to lead communications for a £6m coastal resilience program. This role involves coordinating activities across teams and stakeholders, managing digital platforms, and creating impactful content. The ideal candidate will have strong project management and communication skills. This opportunity offers flexible working arrangements, generous leave, and the chance to contribute to community resilience efforts along the North West Coastline.