You will direct our locally based behaviour change/active journeys projects, to include schools work and 'Integrated Active & Public Transport' (such as Community Rail Partnerships). In addition, you will be accountable for grant funding targets from Scottish and Welsh governments, leading national and regional 'Partnership & Growth' teams. You will be responsible for meeting delegated income generation targets and ensuring an impactful and financially sustainable allocation of resources.
* Contract: Permanent
* Location: Scotland, with travel across the three nations.
* 37.5 hours per week
* £79054 per annum pro rata
* Closing date: 23:59 on 27 January 2025
* Reference: SUS4350b
About the role
This role is responsible for managing and growing Sustrans’ impact across the three nations through influencing key stakeholders, predominantly devolved governments, and leading the delivery of our behaviour change work. You will be accountable for our relationships with Scottish Government, Welsh Government, and the Northern Ireland Executive, and their relevant government departments. Critically, this will include leading negotiations for grant funding from Transport Scotland and core grant from Welsh Government, for which you are accountable. The Director will also lead non-infrastructure delivery work in the Republic of Ireland.
Why work for us?
At Sustrans, you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle. We're all here to change things. You'll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative problem solvers all working together to change things for the better. We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.
What we offer
Wellbeing
* 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working.
* Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff).
* Staff volunteer days.
* 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service.
* We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes.
Financial
* Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans.
* Bike, computer and season ticket loans.
* Discount benefits.
* London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
* Death in service benefit – 3 times annual salary.
Family-friendly
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
* Flexible Working practices (full-time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday).
For more information contact:
Recruitment team
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