Outreach Adviser - NI

The Woodland Trust is committed to protecting, restoring, and creating woodland environments. As an Outreach Adviser based in Northern Ireland, you will play a crucial role in advancing our mission through expert guidance and project management in woodland conservation.

The role: • Provide expert technical advice to landowners and farmers on woodland creation, ancient woodland restoration, and sustainable management, aligning with the UK Forestry Standard and Woodland Trust principles. • Lead site-level assessments and surveys to design diverse projects, from small-scale planting to large conservation schemes. • Guide landowners through funding mechanisms, identifying grants and support to boost nature-positive interventions. • Manage the full project lifecycle, including planning, budgeting, contractor oversight, and reporting, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery. • Build and maintain relationships with internal teams and external partners to secure funding and share best practices in wooded habitat innovation. • Utilize GIS and CRM systems for accurate record-keeping of site assessments, client contacts, and project progress. • Collaborate across the Trust to develop new engagement strategies and maximize publicity for conservation successes.

Job requirements: • Experience in the land management sector, particularly in woodland conservation. • Knowledge of land management funding streams including grants. • Proven ability to manage and deliver landscape-scale projects on time and within budget. • Extensive experience in delivering woodland creation and advising on landscape scale projects. • Collaborative approach, effective in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders. • Experience in partnership working, networking, and relationship development and management. • A driving licence is required as the role involves travel to sites and offices; a vehicle will be provided.

Benefits: • Enhanced Employer Pension, Life Assurance, Flexible & Hybrid Working Options. • Generous Annual Leave, Enhanced Parental Pay, Employee Assistance Programme.

Our Organisational Nature empowers us to embody our values; ‘Grow Together’, ‘Focus’, ‘Explore’, and ‘Make it Count’, making a daily impact in woodland conservation. We are dedicated to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, particularly those under-represented in our field.