Project Development Officer (Nature Towns & Cities) (Temporary) - REQ04768 - 439743

North Lanarkshire Council; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Scotland is seeking an individual to assist in the development of an Environmental Justice Map. The role requires community engagement and collaboration for the design of future projects to enhance urban green spaces. Applicants should have experience in community consultations, project management skills, and an interest in nature-based solutions. This temporary position is supported by funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

6 public holidays

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in community consultations and building volunteer enthusiasm in an environmental context.
• Demonstrable skills in communication and project management, with experience in tender, procurement and contract development practices.
• Knowledge of administering financial documents and transactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Programme Manager in working with communities.
• Support the consultation and design stage of the project.
• Collaborate with communities to prioritise investment.

Skills

Community consultations

Communication skills

Project management

Mapping software (e.g., ArcGIS)

Education

HND or equivalent in relevant discipline

Job description

Overview

INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA MYSELF

North Lanarkshire Council is delivering a funded initiative to develop an Environmental Justice Map, co-create with residents, and design 18 future projects to enhance nature networks and connectivity in urban open spaces. The project will culminate in a 10-year Greenspace Infrastructure Plan. Funding may be used to commission consultants to assist in various aspects of the project.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Programme Manager in working with communities, encouraging ideas and motivating engagement in the project to connect people with nature, particularly in areas where linkages are most challenging.
• Support the consultation and design stage of the project, contributing to the development of vibrant, resilient and accessible greenspaces.
• Collaborate with communities to prioritise investment and help design 18 future projects to enhance existing nature networks.

Qualifications and experience

• Experience in community consultations and building volunteer enthusiasm to improve a local area, ideally in an environmental context.
• Demonstrable skills in communication and project management, with experience in tender, procurement and contract development practices.
• Knowledge of administering financial documents and transactions.
• HND or equivalent in a relevant discipline; keen interest in nature-based solutions and adaptation planning.
• Working knowledge of mapping software such as ArcGIS would be beneficial.

Requirements

• Flexible approach to work with ability to work some evenings and weekends.
• Current driving licence and ability to travel throughout North Lanarkshire.
• Must become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member through Disclosure Scotland and obtain a satisfactory membership check prior to commencing.

Contract and funding

This role is temporary for 30 months and is supported by funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Working here at North Lanarkshire Council

We offer a benefits package covering health, wellbeing, finances and family, including 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays. A full package of learning and development is available through LearnNL to support career development. Alternative application packs can be requested in other formats, e.g., Large Print, Braille, and Audio (phone [phone]). Easy Read documents are available to explain the selection process.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves disabled if they meet the essential criteria. We also support the Armed Forces Community Covenant with guaranteed interviews for service leavers, spouses, reservists and veterans who meet the essential criteria.

North Lanarkshire Council is committed to #KeepingThePromise for care-experienced people, offering a guaranteed interview where appropriate.

The Plan for North Lanarkshire outlines the Council’s aims to be a place to live, learn, work, invest and visit, aligned with the Fair Work Convention’s framework for fair work.

How to apply and additional information

Alternative application formats can be requested. For more information on local authority careers visit the MyJobsScotland career hub. North Lanarkshire Council supports flexible working and operates a Smarter Working Policy. A recruitment charter is available for review. Please note: CVs are not accepted in place of the application form; only submitted applications will be considered.