In this varied role, you’ll support Sustrans’ engagement with local authorities and elected representatives in building the evidence base for investment in walking, wheeling and cycling where they live.

• Contract: Permanent
• Location: Hybrid – Edinburgh or Glasgow Hub
• Full Time 37.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working
• £25,561-£30,366 per annum (pro rata for part-time hours)
• Closing date: 23:59 on 29 January 2023
• Reference: SUS3955

About the role
This is a new and exciting opportunity to work with Sustrans as part of our Policy and Public Affairs team.
In this role, you will be making the case for walking, wheeling, and cycling in Scotland. You’ll support Sustrans’ engagement with local authorities and elected representatives in building the evidence base for investment in walking, wheeling and cycling where they live.
As the Policy Officer, no two days will be the same. You will be responsible for commenting on policy review drafts and calls for policy creation from the local government in Scotland, ensuring that Sustrans presents a strong case for walking and cycling in all local policies.
You will also support our strategic partnerships team, maintain and collate a library of evidence on relevant policy topics and implement and coordinate the Engagement Strategy with local elected members. In addition, you will be required to attend and support site visits.
It’s the responsibility of the Policy Officer to update the elected members of the local authority on any relevant changes to the policies regarding the work of Sustrans and provide regular briefings and updates to the Policy team, the Head of Policy and Communications and any relevant senior management.
This role will require travel and work at locations as necessary to undertake projects on behalf of Sustrans.

About you
You will have experience in policy research, writing and supporting policy development, alongside knowledge of dealing with local government. In addition, you will be able to communicate policies, ideas and concepts verbally and in writing.
You will build relationships easily as you will be forming working relationships with key people within Sustrans and with the relevant elected members of the local authority.
You will need to know and understand politics in Scotland: both the Scottish Parliament and the local government of Scotland.
Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone – reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups.

Additional Information

• Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 23:59, 29 Jan 2023.
• Interviews will take place via MS Teams during the week 06 Feb 2023.

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.
You’ll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You’ll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you’ll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet.
We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve. We welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported.
You’ll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.

What we offer
Wellbeing

• 26 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 4% or 5% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans.
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans.
• Discount benefits.

Family-friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Flexible Working practices (full-time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday – Friday).

Equality, diversity and inclusion
Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.
We welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, particularly where we are under-represented.
Currently, this includes people who identify as having a disability, and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups.

Location : Glasgow

Closing Date :29 Jan 2023.

HOW TO APPLY

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