Walking Development Officer (Part-Time, Fixed-Term)

Argyll & Bute Third Sector Interface; Middle Cragabus; Remote; GBP 13,000 - 14,000

Job description

• Remote: Home-based with travel across Argyll and Bute
• Closing 31st March 2025
• Advertised from 7th March 2025
• 14 hours per week (0.5 FTE) £13,505.64 per annum (£18.55 per hour) + £600 annual home working allowance. Fixed-term for 3 years.

Role

About the Role

Argyll and Bute TSI is seeking a Walking Development Officer to enhance community health, social cohesion, and environmental sustainability through the development of walking initiatives across the region. This role will help strengthen and expand health walk networks, collaborate with key partners, and create accessible opportunities for walkers of all abilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and support a regional network of health walk providers and outdoor initiatives.
2. Work with community organisations to establish new walking programmes.
3. Identify gaps in walking opportunities and design solutions to improve accessibility.
4. Deliver Walk Leader training and promote participation through public engagement campaigns.
5. Collaborate with environmental groups, health providers, and key stakeholders.
6. Secure funding opportunities to ensure the long-term sustainability of walking initiatives.
7. Monitor and evaluate programme impact, providing quarterly reports.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

1. Experience in community engagement and programme development.
2. Knowledge of the health benefits of physical activity and walking initiatives.
3. Strong communication, organisational, and project management skills.
4. Ability to build partnerships and secure funding for community projects.
5. Self-motivation and the ability to work independently.

Some travel across Argyll and Bute may be required. A full driving licence and access to a car would be desirable but not essential.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in developing and promoting walking initiatives that improve community wellbeing and support environmental sustainability in Argyll and Bute.