Project Officer - Engagement and Branding

Norfolk County Council; Holt; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking local authority as a Project Officer where your communication skills will help engage communities in protecting coastal wildlife. This role involves planning events, creating inclusive campaigns, and promoting best practices in one of England’s most cherished coastal areas. Enjoy a flexible working environment, professional development opportunities, and a competitive salary while making a meaningful difference in the Norfolk Coast Protected Landscape. If you are passionate about wildlife and community engagement, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Employee discounts

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Skilled in engagement and comfortable leading events.
• Experienced in project delivery and managing multiple work strands.
• Confident in creating accessible and inclusive campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Raise awareness around vulnerable wildlife and promote best practices.
• Plan and deliver outdoor nature-based events for diverse stakeholders.
• Create compelling content for social media and publications.

Skills

Engagement Skills

Project Management

Communication

Event Planning

Volunteer Engagement

Job description

Job Description

Project Officer - Engagement and Branding | 8090 | Fixed-term contract for 2 years | 37 hours per week | £33,366 to £35,235 per annum | (Grade H) | Flexible working | Offices on North Norfolk coast and Norwich | Opportunities for home working

Are you a natural communicator with a flair for engagement? Do you want to make a meaningful difference to protected coastal wildlife, such as beach-nesting and wintering birds, in one of the UK’s most amazing coastal landscapes?

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and people-focused Project Officer to help us inspire, inform, and connect with communities and activity groups across the Norfolk Coast Protected Landscape.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a small, dedicated team working to protect and enhance a unique and beautiful part of the country—where nature, heritage, and sustainable livelihoods go hand-in-hand.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Engagement Project Officer, you’ll bring our award-winning identity to life across a range of outreach and communication projects. You will:

1. Play a key role in raising awareness and encouraging positive behaviors around our most vulnerable wildlife, particularly beach-nesting and wintering birds that depend on Norfolk’s coastal habitats.
2. Work closely with landowners, land managers, and local communities to promote best practices and positive behaviors in our protected landscapes.
3. Develop and implement clear, inclusive, and consistent signage around sensitive areas.
4. Lead the planning and delivery of outdoor nature-based events that inspire and engage stakeholders such as dog-walkers, schools, watersports users, and more.
5. Create compelling content for social media, newsletters, and publications to support the wider work of the Norfolk Coast Protected Landscape and partners.
6. Deliver our Communications Strategy with creativity and care.

Who We’re Looking For

We seek someone who is:

• Skilled in engagement—comfortable leading events and speaking to diverse audiences.
• Experienced in project delivery, with the ability to manage multiple work strands.
• Confident creating accessible and inclusive campaigns.
• A great team player capable of building strong partnerships across sectors.
• Experienced in engaging volunteers and developing volunteer networks.
• Interested in protecting coastal wildlife, especially beach-nesting and wintering birds.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who cares—about people, place, and making a difference for our species and landscapes.

What We Offer

• A flexible working environment—opportunities to work from our offices (Holt or Norwich), partner sites around North Norfolk, or from home when appropriate.
• A supportive culture of learning and professional development.
• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
• The chance to shape how people connect with and care for one of England’s most cherished coastal areas.

If this role sounds like your kind of work, please contact [e-mail] for an informal chat.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services, including physiotherapy and counselling
• Flexible working options, such as flexi-time, part-time, remote, and hybrid working
• Financial benefits like employee discounts, Blue Light card, relocation expenses, and more

Before applying, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification. Find more information on our Terms and Conditions.

Existing Norfolk County Council employees can view and apply for vacancies via myOracle using their official email.

Note: Priority consideration may be given to current employees at risk due to restructuring or in redeployment.

Closing dates: Redeployment - 13 May 2025; All other applicants - 21 May 2025.

About Us

Norfolk boasts miles of beautiful coastline, the unique Broads, thriving towns, and a city rich in cultural heritage. Our economy is growing through innovation in energy and food sectors. We have ambitious plans for housing and educational infrastructure. Norfolk is a great place to live, work, and visit, offering an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow, and innovate.

We are the main local authority for Norfolk, serving over 850,000 residents, working with elected Members, local businesses, voluntary organizations, and other authorities to deliver high-quality services.