Active Travel Events Officer

Salary review due May 2024. 25- 37.5 hours per week. Fixed Term until 31st March.RoleThe Active Travel Events Officer will plan and oversee the successful delivery of events promoting sustainabletravel.The post holder will directly support the Active Travel Team, and they will also engage with community groups andminority groups. They will plan specific key events to engage the local community and promote cycling.Developing strong partnerships with individuals, and community-based services are key to this role. The type ofevents will include, but are not limited to film nights, jumble sales, marketing stalls, led rides stopping forcoffee and cake, speaker events, and family cycle sessions.Application notes All appointments will be confirmed onlyupon receipt of satisfactory references. The Active Travel Coordinator will oversee the successful delivery of biking projects and cycle training. The postholder will directly support people with their training, and they will also engage with community groups andminority groups. They will also manage the coordination of training in a wide range of settings which willinclude on-road cycle training, group rides, and e-cargo bike training. Developing strong partnerships withindividuals, and community-based services are key to this role. They will also engage with professional driverssupporting training in cycle awareness.The Women and Non-binary Coordinator will oversee the successful delivery of the specific projects and cycle trainingfor this group.The post holder will directly support women and non-binary people with their training, they will also engage withcommunity groups and other minority groups.They will also manage the coordination of training in a wide range of settings which will include on-road cycletraining, group rides and e-cargo bike training. Developing strong partnerships with individuals, andcommunity-based services are key to this role.The National Autistic Society is the UK’s leading charity for autistic people. Since 1962, we’ve been transforminglives, changing attitudes and helping to create a society that works for autistic adults and children.We transform lives by providing support, guidance and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and childrenin the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Autistic people turn to us at key momentsor challenging times in their lives, be it getting a diagnosis, going to school or finding work.We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. Wealso work closely with businesses, local authorities and government to help them provide more autism-friendlyspaces, deliver better services and improve laws.We have come a long way but it is not good enough. There is still so much to do to increase opportunities, reducesocial isolation and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make ithappen.What we can offer you:Auto-enrolled pension scheme25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysExcellent induction,training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend ourconferencesOnline staff discount scheme for a range of benefits (cycle to work scheme, season ticketloan, shopping discounts etc)A portfolio of salarysacrifice and other flexible benefits at reduced costsAccess to a 24-hour employee assistance programme& an Headspace AppWho we are looking for:An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team in Scotland as a Policy and Public Affairs Officer. This can be ahome-based role but will require regular travel to the National Autistic Society Scotland’s office in Glasgowand the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh.The Policy and Public Affairs Officer will work to influence government policy and create positive change forautistic people and their families.The successful candidate will raise awareness of National Autistic Society Scotland amongst key politicalstakeholders, develop and deliver the organisation’s public affairs activity, and support the development of thestrategic relationships we need to influence nationally. The Policy and Public Affairs Officer will also workalongside the Media and Communications Officer to support campaigning activities in Scotland and promote ourpublic affairs activity to external audiences.The successful candidate must have proven understanding of policy or parliamentary work, including knowledge ofgovernment and parliamentary structures. They must be comfortable analysing information, grasping complex policyissues and communicating these in an accessible way. They should be educated to degree level in an appropriatediscipline or have a proven track record in the policy or political field. An understanding of voluntary sectorand/or disability issues is desirable, as is a knowledge and understanding of campaigning methods.Would you like to be part of a professional Operations Team whilst helping to improve lives?Can you be a great team member and be supportive, creative, and excellent at what you do?Then why not join our fantastic organisation and be part of a first-class team.Working as part of the Operations Team, you will:Work as part of the operational team in partnership with Operations & Registered Service Managers, and othersupport functions.Provide business led professional health & safety advice and support and lead onhealth & safety monitoring, training and policy.Conduct fire risk assessments and implement ourrolling programme of health and safety audits, inspections and assessments across our 40 locations predominatelyin Glasgow.Be responsible for preparing regular reports highlighting key health and safety risk areasand will be required to monitor, interpret and implement all new and revised health and safetylegislation.You must have:Excellent communication and organisation skillsCompetency in the use of ITNecessary health& safety qualifications to conduct risk assessments, audits and training e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, relevant degreeand will strive to develop a positive and pro-active health & safety culture across theorganisationExcellent administrative skills and great attention to detailFlexibility andadaptability in responding to the changing needs of the organisationThe ability to work to deadlinesand manage a busy workloadPrivate transport to travel around services (full driving licence)What’s in it for You?When you join our team at The Mungo Foundation, you’ll enjoy numerous benefits, including:Access to our benefits scheme - Mungo Money where you can enjoy; Supermarket Discounts, Fuel Savings, Cinema & Restaurant Discounts, Savings on Your Next Family Holiday, Reduced Gym Membership Costs and access to our Cycle to Work SchemeCredit Union30 days’ annual leave (based on 38 hours per week) *depending on postRefer A Friend SchemeExtensive Training and Development opportunities
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