Reference: JAN20257292
Location: Loch Gruinart - Islay
Salary: £26,379.00 - £28,319.00 Per Annum
Terms: Full Time, Fixed term ‘til 31st December 2026
Project Overview: Species on the Edge is an ambitious conservation project designed to improve the conservation prospects of over 30 species found on Scotland's coasts and islands, bringing together eight environmental organisations, including NatureScot. This post is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Role Overview: As a Project Officer based in the Argyll Islands, you will be the delivery arm of the project, working with landowners, volunteers, partners, and community members to conserve a suite of species. This includes implementing the Area Delivery Plan in collaboration with partners, promoting the project, engaging with people, and coordinating all project activities.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Deliver a range of management activities to benefit a variety of priority species.
2. Empower communities to take positive actions to secure the future of these species.
3. Conduct species monitoring, habitat management, and advisory work.
4. Recruit and train volunteers.
5. Develop interpretation materials and organize engagement events.
6. Lead on delivering work for iconic species such as chough, corncrake, and Great Yellow bumblebee.
Essential Qualifications:
* Project management skills, including working with project teams and stakeholders; delivering at cost and on time.
* Ability to work well as part of a cross-functional project team.
* Proven experience in delivering surveys, habitat management, and providing advice to landowners.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to find creative solutions.
* Able to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
* Experience in organizing training events, workshops, or facilitated discussions.
* Experience in managing staff and volunteers.
* Demonstrable experience of developing and working in partnerships to achieve shared outcomes.
* Competent IT user (e.g., MS packages, Outlook) and experience with GIS.
* Full driving licence valid for use in the UK or other means of transport suitable for travel to areas not served by public transport.
Closing Date: Thursday, 27th February
To complete your application online, please CLICK HERE
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