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Make a tangible impact on Northern Ireland's unique wildlife with Buglife, the only European organisation dedicated to saving all invertebrates
Overview
Salary
£18673.09
Location
Belfast, UK - Hybrid
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Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Buglife is an exclusive organization in Europe fully committed to preserving all invertebrates. Since its formation in 2000, it has expanded across the UK and stands at an interesting juncture of amplifying its influence. The addition of a Senior Conservation Officer for Northern Ireland will solidify this approach. Combining an engaging work culture with a focus on personal development and well-being, Buglife is a truly unique organization.
Role Summary
- Play an essential role in expanding impact and influence by building new partnerships and overseeing the delivery of charitable aims and objectives.
- Lead the development of freshwater projects and pollinator conservation programmes.
- Energize efforts to prevent the extinction of the UK’s most threatened species.
- Create opportunities for a diverse range of people to engage with the natural world.
- Act as a spokesperson for invertebrates, influence decision-makers and build partnerships to support nature’s recovery.
- Manage a team of Conservation Officers in Northern Ireland.
Role Requirements
- Prior experience and passion for conservation.
- Ability to lead project development and manage a small team.
- Skills for building partnerships and influencing decisions in favor of nature's recovery.
- Aptitude to serve as spokesperson and advocate for invertebrate life.
Application Process Details
- Download the Senior Conservation Officer, Northern Ireland Recruitment Pack.
- Submit CV and a casual, concise covering letter either through the form provided or by emailing recruitment@buglife.org.uk.
About the job We’re looking for an experienced conservationist with passion for Northern Ireland’s unique wildlife. As our Senior Conservation Officer for Northern Ireland, you will play a crucial role in expanding our impact and influence by forging new partnerships and overseeing the delivery of our charitable aims and objectives. You’ll have the chance to lead the development of our freshwater projects and pollinator conservation programmes, spearhead our efforts to prevent the extinction of the UK’s most threatened species, and create opportunities for people from all walks of life to connect with the wonders of the natural world. You will be a voice for invertebrates, influencing decision-makers and building partnerships to support nature’s recovery. You will manage a small team of Conservation Officers and be a spokesperson in Northern Ireland. The role is managed by our Scotland and Northern Ireland Manager, and is supported by Finance, Administration, Advocacy, and Fundraising & Communications teams.
Why Buglife? The Benefits 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata); Flexible remote working with travel only when needed; Wellbeing Wednesday – a paid half-day off on the last Wednesday of every month; Employee Assistance Programme and Spark health and wellbeing app; Life assurance from day one; A supportive culture where we invest in your development; The chance to genuinely shape how we work.
The Mission Buglife is the only organisation in Europe dedicated to saving all invertebrates. From bees to beetles, jellyfish to jumping spiders – we’re working to prevent extinctions and protect the small creatures that keep ecosystems functioning. We’ve been going since 2000, we have staff across the UK, and we’re at an exciting point in our development with a new strategy to scale our impact. This role will help build the foundations for that growth whilst ensuring we’re inclusive and well-governed as we get there.
How to Apply Download the Senior Conservation Officer, Northern Ireland Recruitment Pack here. Please submit your CV along with a covering letter via the from below or by emailing [email removed - click apply for more details]. Your covering letter doesn’t need to be lengthy or formal, explain why you’re interested in this role and outline any relevant experience you can bring.
