Project Coordinator

Project Coordinator

£32,597 to £34,434 per annum

Do you have a passion for delivering nature recovery, protecting our natural and cultural heritage and engaging more people with nature?

We’re looking for a Project Coordinator, on a fixed-term basis of up to 18 months, to work with the Project Manager to develop our new “Building the Foundations for ‘Corridor Connections’" project, which will create and deliver a long-term, large-scale landscape connection programme across the White Peak. There is a unique opportunity to connect people to the natural and cultural heritage of the area using existing trails, which have been formed from old railway lines. This is a rare opportunity to help develop a ground-breaking National Lottery Heritage funded project within the Peak District National Park.

We will build our knowledge and understanding of land and species condition within the area, existing and potential community engagement and partnerships, which will enable us to make strong, evidence-based decisions on where and how to have the most impact.

This role will lead on all aspects of community engagement, including reaching out to underserved communities, consultation, building relationships with schools, trialling pathways to engage with conservation/nature recovery careers and volunteering options, and the coordination and management of volunteers.

This role will report to the Project Manager and will work closely with Authority specialists and key partners. The post will be based at Aldern House with regular travel around the White Peak area of the Park.

About You

You will have proven experience of working with communities and, in particular, underserved communities, project management including planning, delivery, finance, monitoring & evaluation, securing funding, managing volunteers and contractors.

You will have strong interpersonal and organisational skills, being comfortable with working as part of a team, leading, working with and inspiring multiple stakeholders, including statutory bodies, NGOs, communities and other stakeholder groups. You will need knowledge of conservation, ecosystem services, access to the countryside and the interaction between recreation, land management and conservation.

Please note that this role requires occasional working in the evening, at weekends and public holidays. A driving licence is essential.

If you have the skills and passion to help us protect and promote this stunning landscape, we encourage you to apply.

About Us

The Peak District National Park was the first of Britain’s 15 national parks and is still enjoyed by millions, looking for both adventure and a breathing space to escape. It is also the most accessible due to its proximity to four major cities of the UK and its 38,000 residents. We recognise the importance of our national park, and our job is to speak up and care for the Peak District National Park for all to enjoy forever.

Further Information

If you have any questions about the role, please contact us. No agencies at this time, please.

Benefits

We offer a range of staff benefits, including flexitime, a high-quality defined benefit pension scheme (2 years to qualifying period), 26-31 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase more, volunteering leave and free parking at most of our offices. Please check out our Total Reward Brochure on our website to see what else we offer.

Flexible Working

A range of flexible working options would be considered. If you would like to discuss this, please contact our HR Team.

Our Values

• Care – We care for the Peak District National Park, the people we work with and all those we serve. It’s at the heart of everything we do.
• Enjoy – We take pride in what we do and feel good about our contribution.
• Pioneer – We were born of pioneers. We will continue to explore opportunities to inspire future generations.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Peak District National Park Authority is committed to equal opportunities. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.

We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the essential criteria for the role.

If you are unable to apply online and require a Word version of the application form, please contact our HR Team.