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Join the forefront of nature conservation as a Nature Economy Manager at an award-winning organization and pioneer sustainable economic solutions
Overview
Salary £37880
Location Matlock, Derbyshire, United Kingdom - Hybrid
Expires Expires at anytime
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust (DWT) is at the cutting edge of environmental conservation, striving to create sustainable economic models that prioritize nature's recovery and the establishment of a Nature Economy. This is your chance to contribute to an inspiring mission that blends economic progress with ecological preservation, ensuring a harmonious future for both nature and society.
- Lead the development of sustainable economic streams that benefit nature
- Pilot innovative projects in emerging markets for Ecosystem Services
- Collaborate with a dynamic team to implement cutting-edge solutions
- Experience in nature-economic interface and project management
- Ambition to develop and trial new, impactful conservation strategies
- Ability to work flexibly and willingness to travel within the county
Application Process:
- Review the detailed job description and key terms
- Email any questions to recruitment@derbyshirewt.co.uk or call 01773 881188
- Prepare for interviews scheduled for July 30th, 2024
Nature is in decline, and we need to put it into recovery. The drivers for nature’s decline come from income being generated by converting natural capital into economic capital. We can identify a range of mechanisms to generate income without this conversion, creating a financial incentive to deliver nature’s recovery and a truly sustainable Nature Economy.
As Nature Economy Manager you’ll be part of a new team at DWT which will establish itself as a proven sector leader in successfully unlocking and embedding economic solutions that are nature-positive, net zero and socially just. You will lead the development and maintenance of an innovative and sustainable workstream, with others across the Trust, to pilot new approaches that sustainably deliver nature’s recovery, especially in the developing markets for Ecosystem Services (e.g., Biodiversity Net-Gain, Carbon Credits, Nutrient Neutrality, Eco Tourism).
To be successful you will be keen to pilot new solutions that are still in development phase, have experience of working at the interface between nature and the economy, with proven success in planning, managing and implementing complex and evolving programmes.
You’ll be working for an award-winning organisation recently featured in the Times Top 100 Best Places to Work. You’ll benefit from: Flexible working options, we have adopted a 9-day working fortnight meaning all full-time staff get a non-working Friday every fortnight, 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, we also have a festive shutdown, so all staff get the days between Christmas and New Year off in addition to their leave entitlement, Climate Perks (extra leave granted for staff using more green, sustainable transport), 9.5% employer pension contribution, Electric bike and car salary-sacrifice schemes available, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance Scheme, Personalised Development programme designed to enhance your knowledge and progress your career, A multi-disciplinary business, with opportunities to work on a wide range of projects, developing your experience and skills, A friendly and supportive team, with a relaxed office atmosphere.
This role will be based at our office in Middleton although a balance of home and office working will be allowed. We are a local charity so applicants should be easily able to access our office and other locations around the county. Closing date is 3rd July and interviews are planned for 30th July 2024. For more information please refer to the job description and key terms attached. If you have any questions about the role which are not answered in the attached documents, or require adjustments to the application process, please either email [email removed - click apply for more details] or call 01773 881188.
