Community Links Co-ordinator

Sustrans is the charity making it easier for people to walk and cycle. We connect people and places, create liveable neighbourhoods, transform the school run and deliver a happier, healthier commute. Take the next step in your journey by applying for the following key vacancy and join our team in Scotland:

Community Links Co-ordinator

(Ref: SUS2360)

£26,985 per annum

(dependent on relevant skills and experience)

37.5 hours per week – based in Edinburgh

The exciting challenges of this role include the successful delivery and development of the Sustrans’ Community Links programme. Sustrans works closely with partners to develop projects and provide advice and support to create quality places and this role will be responsible for overseeing the assessment of applications, allocating funding to projects, reviewing designs, systems are in place and ensuring all funded projects are completed on time.

Educated to degree level or equivalent, you will have experience of project management, including delivering on time and within budget, of grant programmes, of working with a wide range of partners and of resource allocation. Your excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal, influencing and persuasion skills are essential to build successful working relationships and your motivational attitude will enhance your ability to manage and develop a team. You will also have experience of design, delivery and development of cycling and walking infrastructure projects and be committed to the promotion of sustainable transport.

Please visit our website http://www.sustrans.org.uk/about-us/vacancies and follow the instructions for our on-line application process. Alternatively, email jobs@sustrans.org.uk or ring our recruitment line on 0117 915 0325. Please quote reference number. Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Tuesday 27 March 2018. Interviews will take place in Edinburgh during week commencing Monday 9 April 2018.

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion. We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.