Community events coordinator
Are you an enthusiastic, motivated person, with a passion for sustainable travel and excellent communication skills?
Then apply to join us as a contractor for 3 months, to support our Bus Priority Community Events across Scotland!
As part of our Life In The Bus Lane project, you’ll work on engaging communities across Scotland to promote bus travel and advocate for better public transport options.
Role details:
- Position: Community Events Coordinator (Bus Priority Project)
- Contract Period: 28th October 2024 – 1st February 2025 (3 months)
- Hours: 28 hours per week with flexible working options
- Location: Based in Edinburgh with travel across Scotland (travel expenses covered)
- Salary: £150 per day
What you’ll do:
- Organise and deliver community events across five key areas in Scotland.
- Engage with local authorities, transport operators, and the public to promote bus travel.
- Coordinate event logistics, including securing venues, managing volunteers, and conducting surveys.
- Develop communications materials to share the positive impact of bus priority.
- Gather data on how bus priority affects the passenger experience, contributing to wider advocacy efforts.
Why join us?
- Play a key role in raising awareness and driving support for bus travel initiatives.
- Be part of a national campaign promoting sustainable travel.
- Work alongside a passionate team committed to reducing car use and supporting public transport.
- Travel to different towns and cities across Scotland and connect with communities.
To apply
Send a CV and covering letter to ros.browning@transform.scot explaining how you meet the person specification.
Closing date
5pm Friday 11th October
Interviews Tue 22nd Oct. Start date w/c 28th Oct.
