Local Environmental Quality Coordinator

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking charity as a Local Environmental Quality Coordinator, where you'll manage impactful projects promoting sustainability. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance environmental quality and engage communities in meaningful initiatives. Enjoy a flexible working model, including a trial of a 4-day workweek at full pay, while contributing to a cleaner, greener future. This role offers professional development opportunities and the chance to make a real difference in environmental education and community engagement.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Trial of 4-Day Workweek

Professional Development Opportunities

Impactful Work

Qualifications

• Relevant third-level qualification or three years' experience.
• At least 1 year in surveying/auditing and 2 years in program delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage resources and deliver program outputs within budget.
• Lead planning and implementation of environmental initiatives.
• Promote community participation in sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Project Management

Surveying/Auditing

Data Collection and Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Relevant Third-Level Qualification

3 Years Experience in Relevant Field

Job description

Local Environmental Quality Coordinator, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: HappyJobsNI.com

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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 for their LEQ team. If you're passionate about environmental sustainability and thrive in a collaborative environment, this could be your ideal role.

About Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful: A forward-thinking charity dedicated to enhancing the environment and communities through initiatives promoting sustainable living and a cleaner, greener future.

About the Role: You will coordinate and project manage environmental quality and certification programs, working closely with the Local Environmental Quality Manager to ensure effective delivery, stakeholder engagement, and supervision of departmental officers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordination: Manage resources, including field officers, to deliver program outputs within budget and deadlines.
• Project Management: Lead planning, implementation, and reporting of environmental initiatives.
• Surveying and Certifications: Coordinate programs like Blue Flag, Green Flag, and cleanliness surveys across boroughs.
• Community Engagement: Promote participation in sustainability initiatives and expand geographical coverage.
• Communications: Serve as the primary contact, respond to inquiries, represent the charity, and prepare content for platforms.
• Research Support: Assist in research and policy analysis related to environmental sustainability.
• Authority and Decision-making: Manage stakeholder communications, oversee work commissioning, and support marketing efforts.

Why Join Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful:

• Impactful work contributing to environmental education and sustainability.
• Flexible, hybrid working model with at least 2 days in Belfast office.
• Trial of a 4-day workweek (30 hours) at full pay.
• Professional development opportunities including Carbon Literacy training.

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential: Relevant third-level qualification or three years' experience, with at least 1 year in surveying/auditing, 2 years in program delivery, and 1 year in staff supervision.

Desirable: Experience in data collection, analysis, reporting, voluntary sector, or local government roles.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong ICT skills (Microsoft Office).
• Full driving license and access to transport.
• Understanding of environmental issues.
• Knowledge of behavior change principles (desirable).

Personal Qualities & Additional Requirements:

• Effective independent and team working skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Occasional travel across Northern Ireland and flexibility for outside hours work.

Work Hours & Salary:

Flexible hours between 8am - 6pm, core hours 10am - 4pm, Monday to Friday. Salary: £30,328. Contract: Permanent (subject to funding). This position is partially funded through the DAERA Environment Fund.

Application Details:

Applications close at 9am on Monday, 28th April 2025. Interviews scheduled for Wednesday, 7th May 2025, in Belfast. Early applications are recommended.

To apply, submit your CV via the online system or email it directly. For more information, contact our team.