Salary: 31,895 - 32,798 (pro rata)
Hours: 22.2 hours per week
Workbase: There will be a requirement to work in the Copeland area, however, the work base can also be home based
Contract: Permanent
To support the delivery of our 5 Year Plan, we are looking for a person with a passion to create active communities across Copeland. The post is crucial to us achieving our mission of ‘improving lives through physical activity’ and our vision of ‘everyone in Cumbria is enjoying an active lifestyle’.
We have a part time permanent vacancy and are now recruiting a Development Officer to join our high performing team. Further details are below.
We are looking for an excellent team player, who will work with a wide range of stakeholders to reduce levels of inactivity in targeted communities. You will have a wealth of experience in facilitating successful partnerships for the delivery of physical activity/sport and/or community development activities.
Excellent communication skills, along with high level organizational, and relationship skills will be required, as will a positive and flexible attitude.
If you would like an informal discussion or more detail around either role contact Bruce Lawson, Senior Manager (Development) via bruce.lawson@cumbria.gov.uk or 07825103558
Interview information
Closing date: 21 August 2022
Interview date: 2 September 2022
We are currently operating virtual interviews. This will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
What we can offer you
Cumbria County Council is a modern, vibrant place to work offering a range of staff benefits, including:
*Excellent training and development offers
*Flexible working opportunities
*Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
*Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
*Competitive rates of pay
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Cumbria County Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
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