Project Officer

We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Somerset team as a Project Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering projects whilst engaging with our stakeholders.

We work with a wide range of stakeholders delivering advice and action on a variety of themes, utilising a whole-farm approach. We consider habitat and species conservation, diffuse pollution mitigation, soil and water management, nutrient management, compliance to legislation and regulation, protection of archaeological features and landscape value – all as part of resilient, sustainable farm businesses.

There is growing demand to provide support and guidance to farms and landowners on projects supporting innovative agroecological practices. We are looking for someone who can work independently and collaboratively with a range of clients, colleagues, partners and communities, using their skills and experience to achieve successful project outcomes. You will need to have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to build trust and credibility and produce written material to a high standard.

The successful candidate will contribute to projects from concept through to delivery and evaluation, helping secure funding and traction, managing project activities and ensuring high-quality environmental outcomes.

You will join a county team of over 20 people comprising farm advisers, natural flood management advisers, technical specialists and other project officers. You'll have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development, along with a contributory pension, life assurance, generous holiday allowance and the opportunity to work flexibly.

Although you may not have direct experience in our sector, you will have a keen interest in nature conservation, the issues affecting our work and be prepared to develop an understanding of the principles and practices relevant to our cause. We therefore welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds, although ideally you will have some experience of charitable or third sector employment. We are an open and inclusive organisation seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce.

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.