Communications Education Outreach Officer

Responsibilities

• Manage the annual Community Benefit Plan and produce associated reports and trackers
• Ensure community benefit commitments are delivered to a high standard
• Manage funds used for community engagement and environmental initiatives
• Promote waste reduction and the Waste Hierarchy across the local community
• Support the Council in improving recycling performance and waste reduction initiatives
• Produce reports, presentations, educational materials, and communications
• Arrange and deliver waste education roadshows, school visits, and community events
• Assist with news articles and social media content relating to environmental services
• Develop relationships with local charities, community groups, and stakeholders
• Support environmental improvement projects, including tree planting schemes and carbon offsetting initiatives

Requirements

• Experience of planning or delivering environmental education
• Proven track record of working to defined KPIs
• Understanding of financial budgeting
• Excellent administration and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Confident presenter with strong communication skills
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of local communities, schools, and environmental issues would be advantageous

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days’ annual leave (full-time working) plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• On-the-job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• Refer a friend
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership, and many more (where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform