Conservation & Ecology Officer — Nature Recovery (Hybrid)

Environment Journal; Harrogate; Remote; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Conservation and Ecology Officer to lead on the Howardian Hills nature recovery project delivery, based in Helmsley with some home working and travel to sites. You will develop, manage and deliver projects aligned to the 5-year Management Plan, coordinate partners and the community, and provide expert advice on conservation, land management and ecology.

The role requires self-motivation, strong project management, contractor oversight, budget monitoring and

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of conservation, ecology, nature recovery and land management.
• Experience in nature-based projects and project management.
• Delivery including contractor supervision and budget monitoring.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage stakeholders.
• Full driving licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Lead on Howardian Hills nature recovery project delivery.
• Develop, manage and deliver projects and monitor results across key themes.
• Manage relationships with key partners and the community.
• Provide specialist advice on conservation, land management and ecology.
• Coordinate and deliver projects, collate data and report progress.

Skills

Conservation knowledge

Ecology expertise

Nature recovery

Land management

Project management

Contractor supervision

Budget monitoring

Stakeholder engagement

Interpersonal skills

Job description

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Conservation and Ecology Officer to lead on the Howardian Hills nature recovery project delivery, based in Helmsley with some home working and travel to sites. You will develop, manage and deliver projects aligned to the 5-year Management Plan, coordinate partners and the community, and provide expert advice on conservation, land management and ecology.

The role requires self-motivation, strong project management, contractor oversight, budget monitoring and