About the role
As the NCN Delivery Project Officer you will support and deliver feasibility and infrastructure construction projects, working closely with team managers to ensure effective project management, community engagement, stakeholder collaboration, and operational delivery.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting managers to project manage, working within established procedures to provide a range of support on infrastructure projects.
- Working on projects which seek to tackle active travel challenges, including the response to the climate emergency, the inequitable distribution of (and access to) green space, private vehicle dominance and equitable and joyful public space for all.
- Contributing to the planning and delivery of community engagement activities and events.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about creating real change for walking, wheeling and cycling, connecting people and places, and providing traffic-free spaces for everyone to enjoy.
The focus of this role is in the England South region; we may occasionally need you to travel during the course of your work including occasional overnights stays, and you may occasionally be required to work at other locations as necessary to undertake projects on behalf of Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Candidates should be based within the geographical area.
About you
We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.
- You should have excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong report writing experience.
- Experienced with working collaboratively within a team, you will also be adept at building meaningful and productive relationships with stakeholders, public sector (local authority) partners, landowners, contractors and volunteers.
- You should have good knowledge of design standards and best practice principles for developing active travel infrastructure.
- Experience in using ArcGIS or similar software to create maps and analyse spatial data.
- This role requires a self-starter who can work independently, with a passion for active travel.
The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.
Living our values
At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:
Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement.
Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.
Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.
Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.
Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.
Additional information
- Application deadline: 23:59, 28 April 2026
- Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 11th May 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.
- We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
- Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
Why work for us?
At Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, 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
- 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
- Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part‑time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays
- Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
- 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).
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