Project Engineer Civil Engineering London High-Profile Public Realm / Infrastructure Scheme Project Engineer required to support delivery of a major redevelopment within a globally recognised, live event venue in London, as part of a wider infrastructure programme with fixed completion deadlines. This is a public realm led civils scheme involving significant ground re-engineering, drainage upgrades, and integration of structural and landscaping elements within a highly constrained, high-visibility environment. The Project Large-scale transformation of an iconic public space within a live venue Extensive earthworks and reprofiling to improve capacity and accessibility Installation of permeable surfacing, drainage infrastructure, and new access routes Integration of retaining features, seating areas, and landscaped elements Delivery within a logistically complex, operational environment with immovable deadlines The Role Take ownership of civils and public realm packages including earthworks, drainage, and external works Coordinate engineering delivery across groundworks, infrastructure, and landscaping interfaces Lead site engineers and subcontractors through phased, highly sequenced works Manage temporary works (TWC) related to slope stabilisation and access solutions Oversee QA processes including ITPs, inspections, and as-built records Drive short-term programme, logistics, and resource planning in a restricted-access environment Work closely with design, commercial, and delivery teams to resolve buildability challenges Identify and mitigate programme, technical, and coordination risks Project Environment High-profile, client-facing scheme with significant public and stakeholder visibility Strong focus on public realm quality, accessibility, and user experience Complex interfaces between civils, drainage, and landscape architecture Delivery against fixed deadlines linked to major live events Heavy emphasis on logistics, planning, and coordination in a live environment What You Need HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering or similar Experience delivering public realm, infrastructure, or external works projects Strong understanding of earthworks, drainage, and sequencing Experience managing multiple subcontractor interfaces Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) experience preferred SMSTS The Offer Opportunity to work on a landmark London scheme within a globally recognised venue Exposure to a technically diverse project with high stakeholder visibility Clear progression into Senior Engineer / Project Manager Strong pipeline of secured London work
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Project Engineer Civil Engineering London High-Profile Public Realm / Infrastructure Scheme Project Engineer required to support delivery of a major redevelopment within a globally recognised, live event venue in London, as part of a wider infrastructure programme with fixed completion deadlines. This is a public realm led civils scheme involving significant ground re-engineering, drainage upgrades, and integration of structural and landscaping elements within a highly constrained, high-visibility environment. The Project Large-scale transformation of an iconic public space within a live venue Extensive earthworks and reprofiling to improve capacity and accessibility Installation of permeable surfacing, drainage infrastructure, and new access routes Integration of retaining features, seating areas, and landscaped elements Delivery within a logistically complex, operational environment with immovable deadlines The Role Take ownership of civils and public realm packages including earthworks, drainage, and external works Coordinate engineering delivery across groundworks, infrastructure, and landscaping interfaces Lead site engineers and subcontractors through phased, highly sequenced works Manage temporary works (TWC) related to slope stabilisation and access solutions Oversee QA processes including ITPs, inspections, and as-built records Drive short-term programme, logistics, and resource planning in a restricted-access environment Work closely with design, commercial, and delivery teams to resolve buildability challenges Identify and mitigate programme, technical, and coordination risks Project Environment High-profile, client-facing scheme with significant public and stakeholder visibility Strong focus on public realm quality, accessibility, and user experience Complex interfaces between civils, drainage, and landscape architecture Delivery against fixed deadlines linked to major live events Heavy emphasis on logistics, planning, and coordination in a live environment What You Need HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering or similar Experience delivering public realm, infrastructure, or external works projects Strong understanding of earthworks, drainage, and sequencing Experience managing multiple subcontractor interfaces Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) experience preferred SMSTS The Offer Opportunity to work on a landmark London scheme within a globally recognised venue Exposure to a technically diverse project with high stakeholder visibility Clear progression into Senior Engineer / Project Manager Strong pipeline of secured London work
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Shared Service Centre team (SSC) provides essential support to a number of teams across our firm. As well as assisting on large-scale operations, beyond the capacity of a core specialist team, they provide the unparalleled expertise we need to keep moving forward. As part of this friendly department, you'll have the chance to work on exciting projects and develop your skillset. There's real opportunity, making it a great chance to use industry knowledge and experience to solve problems in your next career step, or it can be a place to learn if you're just starting out. If you want to work on important projects and explore your potential, we'll give you the friendly, supportive working environment to go far. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Event Delivery Manager leads the SSC Events support function, overseeing the planning, coordination, and delivery of BDO's events programme. The role provides strategic, operational, and people leadership, ensuring high standards, consistency, and efficiency across all event activity. Working closely with the Operations Manager, the Event Delivery Manager is responsible for the development and performance of the Events Coordinators and Events Assistants, supporting continuous improvement and excellence in event delivery. You'll be someone with: Extensive experience in event management within a corporate or professional setting. Proven leadership and team development experience. Strong operational and organisational skills. Supplier or agency management experience. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. Good working knowledge of event technologies and management systems. Desirable Experience supporting operational change or transformation. Understanding of professional services environments. Event management qualification. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Shared Service Centre team (SSC) provides essential support to a number of teams across our firm. As well as assisting on large-scale operations, beyond the capacity of a core specialist team, they provide the unparalleled expertise we need to keep moving forward. As part of this friendly department, you'll have the chance to work on exciting projects and develop your skillset. There's real opportunity, making it a great chance to use industry knowledge and experience to solve problems in your next career step, or it can be a place to learn if you're just starting out. If you want to work on important projects and explore your potential, we'll give you the friendly, supportive working environment to go far. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Event Delivery Manager leads the SSC Events support function, overseeing the planning, coordination, and delivery of BDO's events programme. The role provides strategic, operational, and people leadership, ensuring high standards, consistency, and efficiency across all event activity. Working closely with the Operations Manager, the Event Delivery Manager is responsible for the development and performance of the Events Coordinators and Events Assistants, supporting continuous improvement and excellence in event delivery. You'll be someone with: Extensive experience in event management within a corporate or professional setting. Proven leadership and team development experience. Strong operational and organisational skills. Supplier or agency management experience. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. Good working knowledge of event technologies and management systems. Desirable Experience supporting operational change or transformation. Understanding of professional services environments. Event management qualification. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
The Royal Society is seeking an enthusiastic person to join as Programme Coordinator within the People and Planet policy team. The team deals with a wide range of issues including human health, biodiversity and the environment, climate, energy and AI. This position is suitable for an efficient and versatile person with a confident and mature attitude who enjoys project management, event management, has experience of organising people and systems, and forms excellent working relationships with a range of people. We are seeking someone who can help the Society continue to develop its capacity as a convenor and influencer of leading thinkers across the policy domain. Working alongside policy teams, you will need to plan and deliver events ranging from large scale conferences with leading key-note speakers to small, private round-table discussions involving government representatives and senior figures in industry and academia. The role requires clear communication skills, both written and verbal, including maintaining our online presence. The post holder will be expected to play a significant role in managing budgets and forecasting, providing logistical support, and in developing tools and processes to support delivery across the wider policy team. Primarily focussed within the People and Planet Team, many of the issues we deal with have clear overlap with work led by the Society's other major policy themes - education and policy for science. You will be expected to have the versatility and breadth of skills to support work in other programmes as the need arises, and whilst the Society's policy work is led by the science policy team, we also work closely with colleagues in Communications, Public Affairs, Public Engagement, International Affairs and Industry Programme teams to deliver outcomes. We typically undertake the following activities on topics that reflect the Society's priorities: Projects: Analysing the scientific evidence relating to major policy issues in collaboration with other experts Reports & publications: Producing reports, statements, consultation responses and other publications on a regular basis Events: Bringing together policymakers and scientists to discuss current topics in science policy This position is suitable for an efficient and versatile person with a confident and mature attitude who enjoys project management, budgeting and event management, has experience of organising people and systems, and forms excellent working relationships with a range of people. About the Royal Society The Royal Society is the independent scientific academy of the UK. The Society's mission is to recognise, promote, and support excellence in science and to encourage the development and use of science for the benefit of humanity. Science is vital to many areas of policy making and the Society seeks to ensure the government and the public have access to impartial and independent expert advice to inform debate and guide good decision making. The Royal Society provides independent, timely and authoritative scientific advice to UK and international decision makers. We champion the contribution that science can make to economic prosperity, quality of life and environmental sustainability, and are a hub for debate about science, society and public policy. The Science Policy section comprises around 45 staff working across a range of themes and policy areas, according to scientific and policy priorities. It works in partnership with businesses, national academies, learned societies, charities and government, and deploys a wide range of channels and approaches - from the delivery of major reports to rapid shorter statements, the creation of influential networks, skilful use of the Society's digital and media channels, and well-founded programmes of events. The Society continues to develop and look for innovative approaches that will increase its influence in national and international policy debates. Job details Reports to : Head of Policy - People and Planet Location : Carlton House Terrace, London; plus hybrid remote working Pay Band : C Salary: £36,300-£42,130 Hours: 35 hours/week Contract: Permanent Closing date for applications 23:55 on 17 May 2026. Interviews will take place during the week beginning 1 June 2026. Please note interviews will be face to face at our office: The Royal Society, 6-9 Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AG
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
The Royal Society is seeking an enthusiastic person to join as Programme Coordinator within the People and Planet policy team. The team deals with a wide range of issues including human health, biodiversity and the environment, climate, energy and AI. This position is suitable for an efficient and versatile person with a confident and mature attitude who enjoys project management, event management, has experience of organising people and systems, and forms excellent working relationships with a range of people. We are seeking someone who can help the Society continue to develop its capacity as a convenor and influencer of leading thinkers across the policy domain. Working alongside policy teams, you will need to plan and deliver events ranging from large scale conferences with leading key-note speakers to small, private round-table discussions involving government representatives and senior figures in industry and academia. The role requires clear communication skills, both written and verbal, including maintaining our online presence. The post holder will be expected to play a significant role in managing budgets and forecasting, providing logistical support, and in developing tools and processes to support delivery across the wider policy team. Primarily focussed within the People and Planet Team, many of the issues we deal with have clear overlap with work led by the Society's other major policy themes - education and policy for science. You will be expected to have the versatility and breadth of skills to support work in other programmes as the need arises, and whilst the Society's policy work is led by the science policy team, we also work closely with colleagues in Communications, Public Affairs, Public Engagement, International Affairs and Industry Programme teams to deliver outcomes. We typically undertake the following activities on topics that reflect the Society's priorities: Projects: Analysing the scientific evidence relating to major policy issues in collaboration with other experts Reports & publications: Producing reports, statements, consultation responses and other publications on a regular basis Events: Bringing together policymakers and scientists to discuss current topics in science policy This position is suitable for an efficient and versatile person with a confident and mature attitude who enjoys project management, budgeting and event management, has experience of organising people and systems, and forms excellent working relationships with a range of people. About the Royal Society The Royal Society is the independent scientific academy of the UK. The Society's mission is to recognise, promote, and support excellence in science and to encourage the development and use of science for the benefit of humanity. Science is vital to many areas of policy making and the Society seeks to ensure the government and the public have access to impartial and independent expert advice to inform debate and guide good decision making. The Royal Society provides independent, timely and authoritative scientific advice to UK and international decision makers. We champion the contribution that science can make to economic prosperity, quality of life and environmental sustainability, and are a hub for debate about science, society and public policy. The Science Policy section comprises around 45 staff working across a range of themes and policy areas, according to scientific and policy priorities. It works in partnership with businesses, national academies, learned societies, charities and government, and deploys a wide range of channels and approaches - from the delivery of major reports to rapid shorter statements, the creation of influential networks, skilful use of the Society's digital and media channels, and well-founded programmes of events. The Society continues to develop and look for innovative approaches that will increase its influence in national and international policy debates. Job details Reports to : Head of Policy - People and Planet Location : Carlton House Terrace, London; plus hybrid remote working Pay Band : C Salary: £36,300-£42,130 Hours: 35 hours/week Contract: Permanent Closing date for applications 23:55 on 17 May 2026. Interviews will take place during the week beginning 1 June 2026. Please note interviews will be face to face at our office: The Royal Society, 6-9 Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AG
We are currently looking for a Grants and Project Development Coordinator to work with the Grants and Project Development Manager and Somerset Wildlife Trust (SWT) teams to help nurture and grow our portfolio of Trust, Foundation and other Grant income to support core Trust activity and individual projects. Grants and Project Development Coordinator Salary: £27,000 - £30,500 per annum FTE, Banding Level 2 (£21,000 - £24,400 per annum actual for 30 hours per week) Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Part time, 30 hours per week Location: Taunton, Somerset, Opportunity for Hybrid working About Us Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity and the only organisation uniquely focused on improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We champion Somerset s stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians. We protect wildlife and lead the recovery of the environment by example, including on our nature reserves. About You and the Role This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to manage a portfolio of small trusts and foundations and to gain experience supporting major trust and grant applications, working alongside the Grants and Project Development Manager. We are looking for a Grants and Project Coordinator to join our team. This role will be a key part of our fundraising team, managing a portfolio of trust and foundations with the capacity to give up to £25,000 and the opportunity to assist with major grant funding bids, which will enable us to drive forward our ambitious goals. You will deliver high-quality written applications and reports in line with funder deadlines and keep in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and in face-to-face meetings and visits. We are looking for someone who has: Ability to manage tasks from start to finish and prioritise work to meet set deadlines. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to think creatively to generate income in line with our strategy. Key responsibilities and tasks to meet the fundraising strategic targets: Responsibility 1: Income generation Managing a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations to complete funding applications and, working with the Grants and Project Development Manager, to agree an annual programme of grant and trust applications to meet defined income targets. Assisting the Grants and Project Development Manager on major grant-funding applications and aligning smaller funds to secure match-funding for larger projects. Carrying out prospect research to identify new trust and grant funding opportunities. Responsibility 2: Fund Relationship Management Stewarding an agreed portfolio of existing Trust and Foundation relationships, ensuring funder contributions are appropriately recognised and acknowledged and that grant criteria are met. Co-ordinating reports to funders, ensuring reports meet requirements and are sent on time. Developing new relationships with trust and foundation prospects identified to secure new income. Ensuring data on grant income and funders are updated and maintained to a high standard on the Trusts customer relationship management system (Blackbaud Raiser s Edge NXT) and SWT SharePoint. Assisting with the administration of the Trust s Programme Management Board (PMB) and project development documentation, helping develop cases of support and content for funding applications. Responsibility 3: Supporting Wilder Fundraising Strategy Highlighting funding opportunities to SWT teams and contributing to funding applications led by other teams. Liaising with SWT Finance team to ensure grants are properly recorded, allocated and spending tracked. Providing additional support to the Fundraising & Marketing Team (F&M) and other SWT teams, as required and agreed with your line manager. We offer some fantastic benefits including: 7% employer pension contribution Life assurance Flexible and agile working Wellbeing support EAP, wellbeing champions Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT Paid volunteer days Continuous Professional Development opportunities 33 days of holiday (25 + bank holidays) + Christmas shutdown Staff social calendar and events The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate Closing date: Tuesday 19th May 2026 N.B. Kindly submit your application at your earliest convenience. Shortlisting will begin upon receipt of applications, and the position may be closed ahead of schedule if we receive sufficient interest. We strongly encourage you to apply as soon as you can to avoid disappointment. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. No agencies please.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
We are currently looking for a Grants and Project Development Coordinator to work with the Grants and Project Development Manager and Somerset Wildlife Trust (SWT) teams to help nurture and grow our portfolio of Trust, Foundation and other Grant income to support core Trust activity and individual projects. Grants and Project Development Coordinator Salary: £27,000 - £30,500 per annum FTE, Banding Level 2 (£21,000 - £24,400 per annum actual for 30 hours per week) Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Part time, 30 hours per week Location: Taunton, Somerset, Opportunity for Hybrid working About Us Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity and the only organisation uniquely focused on improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We champion Somerset s stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians. We protect wildlife and lead the recovery of the environment by example, including on our nature reserves. About You and the Role This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to manage a portfolio of small trusts and foundations and to gain experience supporting major trust and grant applications, working alongside the Grants and Project Development Manager. We are looking for a Grants and Project Coordinator to join our team. This role will be a key part of our fundraising team, managing a portfolio of trust and foundations with the capacity to give up to £25,000 and the opportunity to assist with major grant funding bids, which will enable us to drive forward our ambitious goals. You will deliver high-quality written applications and reports in line with funder deadlines and keep in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and in face-to-face meetings and visits. We are looking for someone who has: Ability to manage tasks from start to finish and prioritise work to meet set deadlines. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to think creatively to generate income in line with our strategy. Key responsibilities and tasks to meet the fundraising strategic targets: Responsibility 1: Income generation Managing a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations to complete funding applications and, working with the Grants and Project Development Manager, to agree an annual programme of grant and trust applications to meet defined income targets. Assisting the Grants and Project Development Manager on major grant-funding applications and aligning smaller funds to secure match-funding for larger projects. Carrying out prospect research to identify new trust and grant funding opportunities. Responsibility 2: Fund Relationship Management Stewarding an agreed portfolio of existing Trust and Foundation relationships, ensuring funder contributions are appropriately recognised and acknowledged and that grant criteria are met. Co-ordinating reports to funders, ensuring reports meet requirements and are sent on time. Developing new relationships with trust and foundation prospects identified to secure new income. Ensuring data on grant income and funders are updated and maintained to a high standard on the Trusts customer relationship management system (Blackbaud Raiser s Edge NXT) and SWT SharePoint. Assisting with the administration of the Trust s Programme Management Board (PMB) and project development documentation, helping develop cases of support and content for funding applications. Responsibility 3: Supporting Wilder Fundraising Strategy Highlighting funding opportunities to SWT teams and contributing to funding applications led by other teams. Liaising with SWT Finance team to ensure grants are properly recorded, allocated and spending tracked. Providing additional support to the Fundraising & Marketing Team (F&M) and other SWT teams, as required and agreed with your line manager. We offer some fantastic benefits including: 7% employer pension contribution Life assurance Flexible and agile working Wellbeing support EAP, wellbeing champions Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT Paid volunteer days Continuous Professional Development opportunities 33 days of holiday (25 + bank holidays) + Christmas shutdown Staff social calendar and events The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate Closing date: Tuesday 19th May 2026 N.B. Kindly submit your application at your earliest convenience. Shortlisting will begin upon receipt of applications, and the position may be closed ahead of schedule if we receive sufficient interest. We strongly encourage you to apply as soon as you can to avoid disappointment. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. No agencies please.
Location: Based in London 3 days in the office/week. Salary range : £37,000-42,000 Contract: Full-time. Permanent Benefits : 22 days leave (and statutory holidays), increasing by 1 day for the first year worked and then by 2 days for each year of service after. Extended paid leave over Christmas / New Year. Generous pension contributions, increasing for each year of service Private health insurance and cycling to work scheme About EJF EJF exists to protect the natural world and defend our fundamental human right to a secure environment. We believe in equity and justice and a need to respect, defend, and empower communities most at risk from habitat loss, biodiversity collapse and global heating. EJF investigates and exposes abuses and supports environmental defenders, Indigenous peoples, communities, and independent journalists on the frontlines of environmental injustice. We work internationally to drive changes to the very architecture of environmental governance, securing permanent solutions to protect our planet. With over 115 staff, including grassroots mobilisers, filmmakers, investigators, and advocates in 16 countries, we campaign to protect our global ocean, climate, wetlands, and forests, as well as environmental defenders. About the role: EJF seeks a dynamic and highly organised individual to join our expanding Environmental Defenders (ED) programme. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as we scale up support for grassroots leaders who protect our planet and defend interlinked human rights. Working closely with the Global Programme Coordinator, the ED Programme Officer will enable EJF to deliver tailored training on advocacy, investigation, and filmmaking to environmental defenders worldwide. This starts with supporting the coordination of our new Ocean Defenders project alongside EJF s teams in Southeast Asia and West Africa. As an effective multitasker and skilled coordinator, you will lead the operational and logistical elements of our capacity-strengthening programmes. You will build and maintain strong relationships with our partners, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, tailored support. The role requires excellent planning abilities, a strong attention to detail and a passion for helping others. This position offers significant room for growth and learning . The successful candidate will be given opportunities for development such as participating in training projects overseas and growing project management responsibilities. Key responsibilities: Taking instruction and guidance from the Global Programme Coordinator (and in her absence, a named member of the Senior Management Team), the Environmental Defenders Programme Officer will: Plan and organise in-person (and remote) support for environmental defenders leading on scheduling, budgeting, logistics and other administrative elements of the EJF support. Support the implementation of the capacity-strengthening programme, following up with colleagues and partners to ensure continuous progress towards deliverables. Coordinate with environmental defenders (grassroots NGOs and other civil society leaders) maintaining relationships with focal points, collecting feedback, and monitoring support needs. Contribute to the implementation and improvement of the monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) processes, to measure the programme s impact, the quality of the support provided and adapt to emerging needs and priorities. Support with creating new and streamlining internal processes developing templates, centralising training materials, and facilitating the sharing of lessons learned across teams. Assist with production of reports to funders and in securing new and additional funding for the programme. Support communications efforts on the Environmental Defenders programme, drafting impactful content for the website, sharing successes with the EJF comms team and identifying other opportunities to improve the programme s visibility. Ensure that digital images from the Programme and from partners are logged in the EJF image library and utilised effectively to drive engagement in the programme. Conduct research and participate in networking opportunities to identify potential organisations and individuals to join and benefit from the Environmental Defenders Programme. Liaise between partners and EJF s finance function to ensure that activities are delivered within budget, delivering value for money. Essential experience and skills : Experience coordinating logistics for international trips, events or complex projects. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with partners (NGOs or others) from different cultures and across time zones. Experience in managing complex schedules and meeting deadlines. Experience with budget management (planning and reporting) and ensuring cost-effective use of resources. At least two to three years professional work experience in a relevant field (e.g. environmental action, human rights, international development, project management, etc.) Strong research, written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to present information in a clear, compelling way to diverse audiences (in person and online) Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams. Excellent attention to detail and high reliability. Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset. Ability to adapt to changes in plans and a quick learner. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work diplomatically and collaboratively with partners from diverse cultures. A deep-rooted commitment to environmental justice and a determination to change the world for good. Desirable experience and skills: Fluency in additional languages: French, Portuguese, Thai, Bahasa or Spanish. Background working with people and organisations in the Global South, and an understanding of decolonial approaches. Experience in designing or implementing training programmes. Experience with advocacy, communications, policy change or filmmaking. Experience in developing templates and standardising practices (e.g. SOPs, M&E, feedback processes, training materials). Experience working within non-profit organisations. We are actively seeking candidates from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, and we strongly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the environmental sector. Even if you don t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and dedication, and we are committed to providing development opportunities to help the right candidate grow into the role. To apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter (1.5 page maximum) to the email address provided . Please begin the names of both files (CV and cover letter) with your own name or initials (e.g. Alba.Smith_CV or AS_CV). Closing date for applications: Thursday 23rd October 2025 Interviews : Starting 29th October 2025 Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK. EJF is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering diversity within the workplace. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date , please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Location: Based in London 3 days in the office/week. Salary range : £37,000-42,000 Contract: Full-time. Permanent Benefits : 22 days leave (and statutory holidays), increasing by 1 day for the first year worked and then by 2 days for each year of service after. Extended paid leave over Christmas / New Year. Generous pension contributions, increasing for each year of service Private health insurance and cycling to work scheme About EJF EJF exists to protect the natural world and defend our fundamental human right to a secure environment. We believe in equity and justice and a need to respect, defend, and empower communities most at risk from habitat loss, biodiversity collapse and global heating. EJF investigates and exposes abuses and supports environmental defenders, Indigenous peoples, communities, and independent journalists on the frontlines of environmental injustice. We work internationally to drive changes to the very architecture of environmental governance, securing permanent solutions to protect our planet. With over 115 staff, including grassroots mobilisers, filmmakers, investigators, and advocates in 16 countries, we campaign to protect our global ocean, climate, wetlands, and forests, as well as environmental defenders. About the role: EJF seeks a dynamic and highly organised individual to join our expanding Environmental Defenders (ED) programme. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as we scale up support for grassroots leaders who protect our planet and defend interlinked human rights. Working closely with the Global Programme Coordinator, the ED Programme Officer will enable EJF to deliver tailored training on advocacy, investigation, and filmmaking to environmental defenders worldwide. This starts with supporting the coordination of our new Ocean Defenders project alongside EJF s teams in Southeast Asia and West Africa. As an effective multitasker and skilled coordinator, you will lead the operational and logistical elements of our capacity-strengthening programmes. You will build and maintain strong relationships with our partners, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, tailored support. The role requires excellent planning abilities, a strong attention to detail and a passion for helping others. This position offers significant room for growth and learning . The successful candidate will be given opportunities for development such as participating in training projects overseas and growing project management responsibilities. Key responsibilities: Taking instruction and guidance from the Global Programme Coordinator (and in her absence, a named member of the Senior Management Team), the Environmental Defenders Programme Officer will: Plan and organise in-person (and remote) support for environmental defenders leading on scheduling, budgeting, logistics and other administrative elements of the EJF support. Support the implementation of the capacity-strengthening programme, following up with colleagues and partners to ensure continuous progress towards deliverables. Coordinate with environmental defenders (grassroots NGOs and other civil society leaders) maintaining relationships with focal points, collecting feedback, and monitoring support needs. Contribute to the implementation and improvement of the monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) processes, to measure the programme s impact, the quality of the support provided and adapt to emerging needs and priorities. Support with creating new and streamlining internal processes developing templates, centralising training materials, and facilitating the sharing of lessons learned across teams. Assist with production of reports to funders and in securing new and additional funding for the programme. Support communications efforts on the Environmental Defenders programme, drafting impactful content for the website, sharing successes with the EJF comms team and identifying other opportunities to improve the programme s visibility. Ensure that digital images from the Programme and from partners are logged in the EJF image library and utilised effectively to drive engagement in the programme. Conduct research and participate in networking opportunities to identify potential organisations and individuals to join and benefit from the Environmental Defenders Programme. Liaise between partners and EJF s finance function to ensure that activities are delivered within budget, delivering value for money. Essential experience and skills : Experience coordinating logistics for international trips, events or complex projects. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with partners (NGOs or others) from different cultures and across time zones. Experience in managing complex schedules and meeting deadlines. Experience with budget management (planning and reporting) and ensuring cost-effective use of resources. At least two to three years professional work experience in a relevant field (e.g. environmental action, human rights, international development, project management, etc.) Strong research, written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to present information in a clear, compelling way to diverse audiences (in person and online) Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams. Excellent attention to detail and high reliability. Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset. Ability to adapt to changes in plans and a quick learner. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work diplomatically and collaboratively with partners from diverse cultures. A deep-rooted commitment to environmental justice and a determination to change the world for good. Desirable experience and skills: Fluency in additional languages: French, Portuguese, Thai, Bahasa or Spanish. Background working with people and organisations in the Global South, and an understanding of decolonial approaches. Experience in designing or implementing training programmes. Experience with advocacy, communications, policy change or filmmaking. Experience in developing templates and standardising practices (e.g. SOPs, M&E, feedback processes, training materials). Experience working within non-profit organisations. We are actively seeking candidates from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, and we strongly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the environmental sector. Even if you don t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and dedication, and we are committed to providing development opportunities to help the right candidate grow into the role. To apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter (1.5 page maximum) to the email address provided . Please begin the names of both files (CV and cover letter) with your own name or initials (e.g. Alba.Smith_CV or AS_CV). Closing date for applications: Thursday 23rd October 2025 Interviews : Starting 29th October 2025 Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK. EJF is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering diversity within the workplace. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date , please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Job Title: Transport and Shipping Controller Permanent - 36.50 hours per week Bolton £24,000 per year Benefits We re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Transport and Shipping Controller to manage the logistics and dispatch of aerospace materials. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, compliant, and efficient movement of goods across road, air, and sea, while maintaining high standards of quality and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities: Logistics & Dispatch Coordination Plan and schedule inbound/outbound shipments. Coordinate transportation modes, route planning, and resource allocation. Carrier & Freight Forwarder Management Build strong relationships with carriers and freight forwarders. Negotiate contracts and monitor cost efficiencies. Customs & Regulatory Compliance Oversee import/export procedures and documentation. Stay current with UK and international logistics regulations, including hazardous goods. Shipping Documentation & Process Control Prepare and audit shipping documents (waybills, bills of lading, customs forms). Manage export license applications and ensure trade compliance (e.g., ITAR/EAR if applicable). Performance Monitoring & Customer Service Track shipments, resolve delivery issues, and communicate with stakeholders. Use KPIs to monitor performance and drive improvements. Inventory & Warehouse Collaboration Work closely with warehouse and supply chain teams to optimise schedules. Align shipping with inventory and production needs. Quality & Ethical Standards Adhere to industry quality and ethical standards (e.g., EN 9120, anti-bribery, traceability). Collaboration with Production Scheduling Support internal scheduling to align with incoming materials. Balance customer demand, production capacity, and inventory. Optimise workload sequencing and throughput. Requirements: Experience in transport, logistics, shipping, or export operations ideally in aerospace or manufacturing. Strong knowledge of UK customs and export regulations. Proficiency in logistics systems and Microsoft Office. Excellent organisational, communication, and negotiation skills. Analytical mindset with attention to detail. Knowledge or certification in quality management is a plus. Flexibility to adapt to evolving logistics needs. Scope & Opportunities: Dynamic role in a growing UK-based aerospace operation. Opportunity to shape logistics and shipping processes. Collaborative and ethical workplace culture. Professional development within a diverse and expanding organisation. Benefits: 25 days holiday 8 bank holidays Private medical insurance (Grade E) Pension scheme Free onsite parking Full training and career development Regular staff events Salary and performance reviews Early finish on Fridays To find out more about this fantastic opportunity or to apply, send your CV to (url removed) or Call Helen on (phone number removed) This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Transport and Shipping Controller Permanent - 36.50 hours per week Bolton £24,000 per year Benefits We re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Transport and Shipping Controller to manage the logistics and dispatch of aerospace materials. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, compliant, and efficient movement of goods across road, air, and sea, while maintaining high standards of quality and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities: Logistics & Dispatch Coordination Plan and schedule inbound/outbound shipments. Coordinate transportation modes, route planning, and resource allocation. Carrier & Freight Forwarder Management Build strong relationships with carriers and freight forwarders. Negotiate contracts and monitor cost efficiencies. Customs & Regulatory Compliance Oversee import/export procedures and documentation. Stay current with UK and international logistics regulations, including hazardous goods. Shipping Documentation & Process Control Prepare and audit shipping documents (waybills, bills of lading, customs forms). Manage export license applications and ensure trade compliance (e.g., ITAR/EAR if applicable). Performance Monitoring & Customer Service Track shipments, resolve delivery issues, and communicate with stakeholders. Use KPIs to monitor performance and drive improvements. Inventory & Warehouse Collaboration Work closely with warehouse and supply chain teams to optimise schedules. Align shipping with inventory and production needs. Quality & Ethical Standards Adhere to industry quality and ethical standards (e.g., EN 9120, anti-bribery, traceability). Collaboration with Production Scheduling Support internal scheduling to align with incoming materials. Balance customer demand, production capacity, and inventory. Optimise workload sequencing and throughput. Requirements: Experience in transport, logistics, shipping, or export operations ideally in aerospace or manufacturing. Strong knowledge of UK customs and export regulations. Proficiency in logistics systems and Microsoft Office. Excellent organisational, communication, and negotiation skills. Analytical mindset with attention to detail. Knowledge or certification in quality management is a plus. Flexibility to adapt to evolving logistics needs. Scope & Opportunities: Dynamic role in a growing UK-based aerospace operation. Opportunity to shape logistics and shipping processes. Collaborative and ethical workplace culture. Professional development within a diverse and expanding organisation. Benefits: 25 days holiday 8 bank holidays Private medical insurance (Grade E) Pension scheme Free onsite parking Full training and career development Regular staff events Salary and performance reviews Early finish on Fridays To find out more about this fantastic opportunity or to apply, send your CV to (url removed) or Call Helen on (phone number removed) This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced programme coordinator to lead our Travelling with Confidence grant, engaging and empowering disabled people, promoting independent mobility, using rail and connecting modes. Working with our members and partners you will coordinate and support the delivery of this important programme, helping to ensure it is participatory, empowering, effective and well-evaluated, while sharing learnings and building a lasting legacy. Salary: £36,400 (FTE) Days: Part-time, 3.5 days (25.9hrs) p/w flexible working patterns available Benefits: 25days annual leave plus bank holidays; pension with employer contribution of 3%; flexi-time working (core hours 10am-3pm); access to Employee Assistance Programme Contract type: Fixed term, until 26 February 2027 (15 months) Location: Home-based (location flexible, within Great Britain) Direct reports: None, but responsible for liaison with and reporting from delivery partners About us Community Rail Network is a not-for-profit organisation, working across Britain to support a growing community rail movement. Community rail promotes sustainable and inclusive travel, coordinates volunteering and place-making projects, and brings people together. Community rail is made up of 75 community-based partnership organisations, 1,300 station friends volunteer groups, and other community-led initiatives around Britain. Their activities range from creative projects with young people, to advising train operators on service improvements, to building travel confidence with families and marginalised groups, to biodiversity projects at stations, to promoting greener travel and tourism by rail. Our enthusiastic team of 22 works mainly from home in different locations, but we come together regularly in person and online. We work collaboratively to advise our members, provide training, events and resources, run campaigns, and champion community rail and its insights via decision-makers and the media. We believe in developing our team and supporting everyone to reach their potential while having a good work-life balance. Responsibilities Programme coordination, delivery and monitoring and evaluation: Ensure good coordination and communication between delivery partners and support their high-quality delivery in line with timeframes and requirements, including via steering group meetings and individual support. Offer support, guidance and ideas to our delivery partners to assist their work, helping them to build capacity and confidence and meet their objectives. This includes support to engage with, and draw on the experiences, ideas and voices of disabled people. Support delivery partners in developing and embedding co-creation principles and empowering ways of working for their projects, drawing on good practice and expertise. Work with stakeholders at all levels to facilitate positive collaboration and help develop our wider network while supporting project objectives and raising awareness about this work. Produce communications content to support project delivery, such as case studies and blogs, and work with our Communications and Policy team to promote the programme, its achievements, and amplify the voices/views/needs of the disabled people engaged. Manage the delivery of a accompanying small grant fund (using/adapting our existing processes and systems) for other community rail partnerships/groups to deliver travel confidence initiatives with disabled people. Provide similar support and advice to those grant-funded to that offered to the core delivery partners, in line with their needs. Support monitoring, data collection and meaningful evaluation by all core and grant-funded delivery partners, ensuring this is in line with project reporting requirements, and serves our goals around legacy-building and empowering those involved. Monitor and review project objectives, troubleshooting any issues in a timely manner. Financial management of the grant budget, managing internal (Community Rail Network) budget spend as well as monitoring the delivery partner budgets in partnership with the project leads, ensuring these are in line with agreed grant funding. Grant administration, reporting and liaison Maintain and develop relations with the grant provider, ensuring we meet reporting deadlines and other requirements (such as attendance at progress meetings). Work with project partners to agree the data set requirements and outcome parameters for evaluation, and provide suitable reporting tools. Completion of grant reports and financial statements, including coordinating and reviewing project delivery data (from project partners). Evaluation and legacy building Work collaboratively with an external evaluation consultant to assess and enhance current monitoring and evaluation approaches, co-develop theories of change, and embed participatory and inclusive evaluative practices throughout the programme. Produce guidance and tools to support wider delivery across community rail and beyond, working with our member support and communications teams. Work with colleagues, members and partners to raise wider awareness about the project and its findings and build a legacy. This includes set up and delivery of a member webinar (with support from the events team) to share project experiences. Team and partnership working (as relevant and appropriate) Contribute to the wider objectives and development of Community Rail Network by sharing project progress and learning and offering advice and input. Work with our member support & development team to help embed lessons from the project and improve our ongoing support for members on rail confidence initiatives and the involvement and empowerment of disabled people. Feed into our senior team on strategic insights and ideas emerging from the programme to help us advocate for more inclusive, confident (rail) travel for disabled people. Attend, and support, community rail events (internal and external) to develop knowledge and understanding of the movement and its role. Contribute to the development of our internal systems (e.g. spreadsheets, CRM) such as by data capturing relevant contacts and details. As a member of the Community Rail Network team, assist with more general work as needed. Skills and competencies A proven track record in project management, including coordinating between multiple delivery partners and ensuring project/funding requirements are met, and supporting/overseeing effective monitoring and evaluation. Demonstrable experience in supporting community projects, ideally related to inclusion and mobility, including working with disabled people. A good understanding of and confidence using community engagement, local communications, project planning and evaluation techniques. The ability to collaborate and communicate with community groups and other local partners, draw on their views and expertise, and support them to deliver effectively. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work confidently with stakeholders at all levels and facilitate positive discussion; articulate and assertive, and a great team player. A proven ability to bring partners and groups together, develop and maintain mutually-beneficial partnerships, deliver joint activities, and form professional networks. Good writing and analysis skills, with the ability to draw on quantitative and qualitative evidence, produce case studies and reports. Awareness of accessibility, social mobility and social inclusion issues, and an appreciation of the importance of rail, sustainable travel and mobility to communities and disabled people. A demonstrable ability to manage time effectively and juggle a range of activities in an organised, professional, productive manner, including planning and scheduling, coordinating with colleagues and partners, and bringing projects to fruition. Other information This post is home-based, but with some travel (including occasional overnight stays) for project meetings, events and external meetings. Applicants will need local access to a train station to enable rail-based travel for work as needed. This is a fixed term contract and includes a probationary period of three months from the date of appointment. Successful applicants will need to provide proof that they have the right to work in the UK and provide two references. Start date for the role is 1 December 2025, or as soon as possible after this date. We are committed to being a flexible, supportive, inclusive and understanding. Community Rail Network is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from disabled people, who meet the skills for this role, and support positive representation within our workforce. We will provide reasonable adjustments for interviews as required.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced programme coordinator to lead our Travelling with Confidence grant, engaging and empowering disabled people, promoting independent mobility, using rail and connecting modes. Working with our members and partners you will coordinate and support the delivery of this important programme, helping to ensure it is participatory, empowering, effective and well-evaluated, while sharing learnings and building a lasting legacy. Salary: £36,400 (FTE) Days: Part-time, 3.5 days (25.9hrs) p/w flexible working patterns available Benefits: 25days annual leave plus bank holidays; pension with employer contribution of 3%; flexi-time working (core hours 10am-3pm); access to Employee Assistance Programme Contract type: Fixed term, until 26 February 2027 (15 months) Location: Home-based (location flexible, within Great Britain) Direct reports: None, but responsible for liaison with and reporting from delivery partners About us Community Rail Network is a not-for-profit organisation, working across Britain to support a growing community rail movement. Community rail promotes sustainable and inclusive travel, coordinates volunteering and place-making projects, and brings people together. Community rail is made up of 75 community-based partnership organisations, 1,300 station friends volunteer groups, and other community-led initiatives around Britain. Their activities range from creative projects with young people, to advising train operators on service improvements, to building travel confidence with families and marginalised groups, to biodiversity projects at stations, to promoting greener travel and tourism by rail. Our enthusiastic team of 22 works mainly from home in different locations, but we come together regularly in person and online. We work collaboratively to advise our members, provide training, events and resources, run campaigns, and champion community rail and its insights via decision-makers and the media. We believe in developing our team and supporting everyone to reach their potential while having a good work-life balance. Responsibilities Programme coordination, delivery and monitoring and evaluation: Ensure good coordination and communication between delivery partners and support their high-quality delivery in line with timeframes and requirements, including via steering group meetings and individual support. Offer support, guidance and ideas to our delivery partners to assist their work, helping them to build capacity and confidence and meet their objectives. This includes support to engage with, and draw on the experiences, ideas and voices of disabled people. Support delivery partners in developing and embedding co-creation principles and empowering ways of working for their projects, drawing on good practice and expertise. Work with stakeholders at all levels to facilitate positive collaboration and help develop our wider network while supporting project objectives and raising awareness about this work. Produce communications content to support project delivery, such as case studies and blogs, and work with our Communications and Policy team to promote the programme, its achievements, and amplify the voices/views/needs of the disabled people engaged. Manage the delivery of a accompanying small grant fund (using/adapting our existing processes and systems) for other community rail partnerships/groups to deliver travel confidence initiatives with disabled people. Provide similar support and advice to those grant-funded to that offered to the core delivery partners, in line with their needs. Support monitoring, data collection and meaningful evaluation by all core and grant-funded delivery partners, ensuring this is in line with project reporting requirements, and serves our goals around legacy-building and empowering those involved. Monitor and review project objectives, troubleshooting any issues in a timely manner. Financial management of the grant budget, managing internal (Community Rail Network) budget spend as well as monitoring the delivery partner budgets in partnership with the project leads, ensuring these are in line with agreed grant funding. Grant administration, reporting and liaison Maintain and develop relations with the grant provider, ensuring we meet reporting deadlines and other requirements (such as attendance at progress meetings). Work with project partners to agree the data set requirements and outcome parameters for evaluation, and provide suitable reporting tools. Completion of grant reports and financial statements, including coordinating and reviewing project delivery data (from project partners). Evaluation and legacy building Work collaboratively with an external evaluation consultant to assess and enhance current monitoring and evaluation approaches, co-develop theories of change, and embed participatory and inclusive evaluative practices throughout the programme. Produce guidance and tools to support wider delivery across community rail and beyond, working with our member support and communications teams. Work with colleagues, members and partners to raise wider awareness about the project and its findings and build a legacy. This includes set up and delivery of a member webinar (with support from the events team) to share project experiences. Team and partnership working (as relevant and appropriate) Contribute to the wider objectives and development of Community Rail Network by sharing project progress and learning and offering advice and input. Work with our member support & development team to help embed lessons from the project and improve our ongoing support for members on rail confidence initiatives and the involvement and empowerment of disabled people. Feed into our senior team on strategic insights and ideas emerging from the programme to help us advocate for more inclusive, confident (rail) travel for disabled people. Attend, and support, community rail events (internal and external) to develop knowledge and understanding of the movement and its role. Contribute to the development of our internal systems (e.g. spreadsheets, CRM) such as by data capturing relevant contacts and details. As a member of the Community Rail Network team, assist with more general work as needed. Skills and competencies A proven track record in project management, including coordinating between multiple delivery partners and ensuring project/funding requirements are met, and supporting/overseeing effective monitoring and evaluation. Demonstrable experience in supporting community projects, ideally related to inclusion and mobility, including working with disabled people. A good understanding of and confidence using community engagement, local communications, project planning and evaluation techniques. The ability to collaborate and communicate with community groups and other local partners, draw on their views and expertise, and support them to deliver effectively. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work confidently with stakeholders at all levels and facilitate positive discussion; articulate and assertive, and a great team player. A proven ability to bring partners and groups together, develop and maintain mutually-beneficial partnerships, deliver joint activities, and form professional networks. Good writing and analysis skills, with the ability to draw on quantitative and qualitative evidence, produce case studies and reports. Awareness of accessibility, social mobility and social inclusion issues, and an appreciation of the importance of rail, sustainable travel and mobility to communities and disabled people. A demonstrable ability to manage time effectively and juggle a range of activities in an organised, professional, productive manner, including planning and scheduling, coordinating with colleagues and partners, and bringing projects to fruition. Other information This post is home-based, but with some travel (including occasional overnight stays) for project meetings, events and external meetings. Applicants will need local access to a train station to enable rail-based travel for work as needed. This is a fixed term contract and includes a probationary period of three months from the date of appointment. Successful applicants will need to provide proof that they have the right to work in the UK and provide two references. Start date for the role is 1 December 2025, or as soon as possible after this date. We are committed to being a flexible, supportive, inclusive and understanding. Community Rail Network is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from disabled people, who meet the skills for this role, and support positive representation within our workforce. We will provide reasonable adjustments for interviews as required.