Green Access Manager (Redeployment 23335)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Phoenix House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 5NP hybrid working
• Salary: 40777 - 47054 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

As a modern flexible and effective organisation at Suffolk County Council were driven to make a positive difference to the environment the communities we serve and the careers of our people. Thats why when you join us as a Green Access Manager youll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.

Reimagine the possibilities

Your role and responsibilities

You will need

• a degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline/or equivalent experience
• excellent communication networking and influencing skills
• excellent project management skills and experience covering multi-partner projects
• ability to secure significant levels of external funding
• sound knowledge of rural affairs or exclusion issues
• ability to develop and evaluate strategic targets
• to be highly self-motivated capable of managing your own workload effectively within a team environment
• a genuine commitment to improving access to the natural environment thinking of creative opportunities to improve enable and encourage sustainable access.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (JPP) which you can find in the How to apply section towards the bottom of this advert.

If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

This post is in the Green Access team part of the Rights of Way & Access team. Youll have the specific role of managing the promotion and enhancement of the Rights of Way and Access network.

The Rights of Way & Access team sits within Suffolk County Councils Natural and Historic Environment service area. We are a highly motivated team with a genuine passion for Suffolks natural environment.

We are a friendly and professional team. Our role is to look after Suffolks Public Rights of Way and access network. This includes over 5700km of public rights of way open access sites promoted trails and informal routes.

Suffolk County Councils Suffolk Green Access Strategy 2020-2030 covers the teams main priorities. Our vision is to get more people using and enjoying Suffolks green access network.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Claire Dickson (she/her)for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling or emailing.

How to apply

Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template (Word).

1. Give an example of when you led the renewal or creation of an improvement plan or strategy (such as a rights of way improvement plan or similar). How did you gather evidence consult stakeholders set priorities and turn the plan into deliverable actions

1. Describe an occasion when you led the marketing and promotion of a network service or place-based offer. How did you identify target audiences choose channels and demonstrate increased awareness or usage

1. Give an example of when you built a partnership across organisations to manage improve or promote a route trail or shared asset. What governance or ways of working did you put in place and how did you sustain engagement

1. Describe a time you sourced and secured external funding to support a programme of work. How did you identify funding opportunities develop a strong business case or bid and manage delivery and reporting requirements

Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application please see ourHow to Apply page.

Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills experience and ideas. If used inappropriately your application may not be processed. Please read ourguidance for using AI to understand whats acceptable.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator. You can find examples of possible adjustments on ourReasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date:11.30pm 19 May 2026.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid