Community & Environmental Project Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental body in the UK is looking for a dynamic Projects Officer to lead community and environmental initiatives. In this role, you will enhance service delivery, drive income generation, and manage strategic projects such as EV Charging Infrastructure and HVO Fuel Conversion. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management skills and a passion for sustainability. This is a fixed-term contract lasting 16 months.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and project management skills.
• A proactive approach to cross-departmental working.
• Passion for sustainability and community development.

Responsibilities

• Champion service excellence across all customer touchpoints.
• Manage community-focused initiatives and green projects.
• Lead projects like Simpler Recycling and EV Charging Infrastructure.
• Identify and secure funding opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Collaboration

Sustainability

Community development

Job description

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service while driving impactful community and environmental initiatives? We’re looking for a dynamic individual to lead and support strategic projects that enhance service delivery, promote sustainability, and foster community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion service excellence across all customer touchpoints.
• Collaborate with departments including Legal, Finance, and Health & Safety to align strategic goals.
• Manage and support community-focused initiatives and green projects.
• Lead key strategic projects such as Simpler Recycling, HVO Fuel Conversion, and EV Charging Infrastructure.
• Drive income generation across nature reserves and support climate action plans.
• Identify and secure funding opportunities, drafting compelling applications.
• Apply project management expertise to deliver high-impact outcomes.
• Support procurement processes and coordinate with operational teams for seamless service delivery.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong interpersonal and project management skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to cross-departmental working.
• Passion for sustainability, community development, and innovation.

Additional Info

• Fixed term 16 month contract

Join us in shaping a greener, more connected future for our communities.

Apply now to make a meaningful impact!

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The closing date for applications is 10th August 2025, but we reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Wyre Forest District Council is an equal opportunities employer

Attached documents
Role Profile-CE Projects Officer July 2025.pdf