Tree Equity Scores bring together multiple datasets, such as deprivation, heat, canopy cover and more, to provide a single figure that illustrates an area's need for urban trees. The Tree Equity for Hartlepool project marks the first town-wide approach in the UK to address low Tree Equity scores across an entire urban area. This multi-partner project, led by Trees for Cities, will work across planting, engagement and awareness raising of the urban forest. Working with Hartlepool Borough Council, Trees on Tees Community Forest, The Woodland Trust, Thirteen Group housing association and Treeconomics, this partnership brings together major local landowners alongside national tree specialists to deliver a programme of work over two years - and is seeking a Project Community Coordinator to drive the work forward. ABOUT THE ROLE As Project Community Coordinator, you will be responsible for bridging this flagship work to the community and connecting residents in Hartlepool with their urban forest. This will include leading engagement activities with residents across the town, aiming to inspire residents to plant, protect and promote urban trees. You will lead outreach and volunteer activities, working closely with project partners to coordinate and deliver tree planting and educational workshops, public tree planting events and other activities. The role will involve a mix of office-based and outdoor work and requires a confident, well-organised and friendly individual who can both confidently lead workshops and act as a spokesperson for the charity and urban forestry with the local community. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with volunteers, and this will be key to success, ensuring the project gets the results the community needs. You will work under the steer of the Project Manager and be the face of both the project and Trees for Cities in the local and Tees Valley area. As Trees for Cities looks ahead to its next strategic period, this project is a key flagship piece of work, and the role will be required to represent the partnership and associated work being done. In delivering a successful project, the case will be made for addressing low Tree Equity scores at the local and national level, influencing decision makers to best support urban forestry. This project is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. ABOUT TREES FOR CITIES Trees for Cities is an ambitious, far-reaching organisation. Trees for Cities is the only charity that focuses on planting, protecting and promoting urban trees across the UK and suit ambitious, dedicated and passionate staff. This role is perfect for candidates who are seeking the opportunity to make a difference, working to have a positive impact on urban communities and places that need green interventions the most. We recognise that the role spans distinct skillsets in project management and advocacy work, and encourage applicants from backgrounds which may lean more strongly into one of these two fields with a view to training in the other. We seek a highly motivated individual, is a friendly, supportive, high-performing team member and will provide support and training opportunities for personal and professional development. The organisation has an experienced Senior Leadership Team from a variety of commercial, charity and environmental backgrounds. Trees for Cities is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. We value and are committed to promoting diversity within the workplace. We aim to ensure that our employees achieve their full potential and that all employment decisions, including recruitment, are taken without reference to irrelevant or discriminatory criteria. A full copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy can be provided on request. HOW TO APPLY To apply, using the application link on our website, please send your CV and supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) outlining why you are interested in the role and your fit with the Person Specification. For an informal chat about the role, please email Roderick Shaw to arrange a call. The deadline to apply is 17:00 Friday 9th May If you are shortlisted for an interview, you will normally be contacted within two weeks after applying. If you do not hear from us within this period, then you should assume that on this occasion you have not been selected for interview. Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, you must therefore have a valid right to work in the UK to apply. Trees for Cities is the first UK environmental organisation to have been awarded social value certification. Trees for Cities is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No: 1032154 Previous applicants need not reapply. No Agencies Please.