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Walking Environments Development Officer
Development Officer – Walking Environments
About the Role
Do you believe in the power of walking? At Walking Scotland, we do.
We believe walking and wheeling is for everyone, everywhere, every day. Our mission is to make walking and wheeling accessible, ensuring more people choose this sustainable, health-improving activity for everyday journeys and leisure.
As a passionate and engaging Development Officer, you’ll spearhead improvements to walking and wheeling environments across West Central Scotland. By working with local communities, you’ll make routes safe, attractive, and accessible, empowering everyone to walk and wheel more.
About Walking Scotland
This is an exciting time to join us. As we approach our 30th anniversary, Walking Scotland has embarked on a bold new chapter with our refreshed name and brand.
We are a charity dedicated to integrating walking and wheeling into everyday life. Our work focuses on:
- Promoting the health, social, and mental well-being benefits of walking and wheeling.
- Connecting communities through tailored programmes that inspire behaviour change.
- Improving infrastructure to ensure walking and wheeling routes are attractive, safe, and inclusive.
As advocates for accessibility, we work with partners and local communities to reduce barriers, ensuring everyone—regardless of ability—can walk or wheel in their daily life. By prioritising walking and wheeling, we address critical challenges in Scotland, from health inequalities to the climate-nature emergency.
The Development Officer – Walking Environments Role
This strategic position is funded by the Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) and focuses on delivering the SPT Community Path Fund. You’ll play a key role in:
- Supporting community-led projects to create safer, more appealing walking and wheeling routes.
- Assisting local groups in designing, planning, and implementing path improvements across the SPT region.
- Providing technical expertise in route planning, accessibility, and local engagement.
- Bringing projects to fruition through coordination, Problem-solving, and stakeholder collaboration.
The role blends office-based work with field-based activities, giving you a unique opportunity to disseminate insights geared directly at project implementation and make a tangible difference in local communities.
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Key Responsibilities
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Community Engagement:
- Work closely with local groups to understand their needs and develop community-driven walking pathway projects.
- Facilitate workshops and consultations to gather input and foster collaboration.
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Project Development & Implementation:
- Lead the design of safe, accessible, and attractive routes, ensuring they meetScottish accessibility standards.
- Partner with local authorities, planners, and networks to streamline project approvals and funding.
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Technical Guidance:
- Offer specialist advice on path design, accessibility features, and sustainability best practices.
- Conduct site visits to assess progress, monitor quality, and ensure adherence to project objectives.
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Advocacy & Policy:
- Raise awareness about the benefits of walking and wheeling among local decision-makers.
- Support advocacy efforts to promote active travel policies that prioritise pedestrian and cycle routes.
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Reporting & Compliance:
- Submit regular progress reports to SPT and Walking Scotland, demonstrating project outcomes.
- Ensure all actions align with funding guidelines and accessibility regulations.
This dynamic role offers a unique blend of outdoor engagement, strategic planning, and community advocacy, powered by a clear passion for changing landscapes—one step at a time.
Qualifications & Requirements
While a specialised degree (e.g., in Town Planning, Urban Studies, Transport Policy, or Environmental Science) would be ideal, industry experience may also prove valuable. Your value lies in:
- Field-based skills—comfort with inspections, route mapping, and practical project support.
- Stakeholder management—proven ability to build trust and guide diverse groups through collaborative planning.
- Technical Acumen—understanding of accessibility standards (e.g., Building Standards, Scottish Outdoor Access Code) and safety regulations.
- Passion for Active Travel—deep-rooted belief in the benefits of walking and wheeling to individuals and society.
- Dedication to Inclusivity—a commitment to ensuring pathways are accessible for all.
- Clear Communication—approachable and articulate in both written and oral formats.
- Organisational Drives—the ability to juggle multiple priorities while keeping tight deadlines.
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Additional Strengths (a bonus!):
- Experience working with small grassroots organisations or local partnerships.
- Basic proficiency in GIS/Mapping software (e.g., ArcGIS) or related tools.
- Prior involvement in active travel networking, campaigns, or community groups.
Benefits
A Supportive, Purpose-Driven Environment:
- The opportunity to craft dになった Change in active travel on a local and regional scale.
- Work alongside professionals who share your passion for promoting walkability, accessibility, and health.
- Meaningful collaborations with DSSB and other active travel networks, enriching your network within the sector.
Professional Growth:
- Exposure to strategies for engaging communities in SMART projects, useful growth.
- Time to develop leadership, project management, and policy advocacy skills.
- A supportive mentor from Walking Scotland’s broader team.
Community Impact:
- Seeing real-world results—paths transformed from grassroots projects into vibrant public spaces.
- Insight into the socioeconomic and environmental impacts of accessible active transport.
Contract & Application Details:
This is an open recruitment, with an initial contract funded by SPT for one year. Renewal will be subject to securing future funding commitments. We reserve the right to expand or alter contract duration as needed post annually. Interviews: Wednesday 5 August 2026, Stirling.
includes the standard Closing Date: Wednesday 15 July 2026 at 5PM.
Walking Scotland champions an Equal Opportunities stance, actively encouraging candidates from all backgrounds andHere, meet some of Scotland’s biggest challenges:
- Sexual orientation, gender reassignment, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy & maternity, age, or marital status.
--- Get In Touch: To discuss or secure further information, email Richard Armstrong, Walking Communities and Environments Manager. Contact details can be found in the advert application.
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