Landscape Project Officer

Dartmoor National Park Authority; Bovey Tracey; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK conservation organization is seeking a Landscape Project Officer to support environmental projects at Dartmoor. Responsibilities include contract management, communication, and financial administration. Candidates should be organized and detail-oriented, with experience in creating engaging content. The position offers a salary of £29,540 - £33,699 and flexible working arrangements, along with generous annual leave.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in creating engaging content for websites and social media.
• Strong project administration skills with a proactive mindset.
• Detail-oriented and able to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support contract coordination and compliance.
• Lead communications and create engaging content.
• Organize meetings and events including logistics.
• Assist with financial administration and reporting.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Financial administration

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Landscape Project Officer

Based in Bovey Tracey and Princetown, Devon

This is a full-time (37hrs p/wk) position, for a fixed-term until 30th September 2026. The role is based at the Dartmoor National Park Authority (DNPA) offices at Parke and Princetown.

About us

DNPA is the body that oversees the vibrant, living, working landscape and community that is Dartmoor. We help to conserve and enhance the biodiversity, cultural heritage and landscape of Dartmoor and provide opportunities for people to enjoy the countryside, whilst supporting our local communities and the rural economy.

About the role

Are you an organised, proactive individual with a passion for the environment? Do you thrive in a role that combines project co-ordination, communications, and administration? We’re looking for a Project Officer to support the delivery of projects within our dynamic Conservation and Land Management team.

In this vital role, you’ll help bring environmental projects to life by providing essential support across contract management, financial administration, communications, and stakeholder engagement. You'll be a key player in ensuring our conservation and land projects are delivered smoothly, on time, and with maximum impact.

What you’ll be doing:

- Supporting contract co-ordination—helping commission, track, and manage contracts, ensuring compliance.
- Taking the lead on communications, creating engaging content and sharing updates across newsletters, social media, and websites.
- Organising meetings and events, including preparing materials, arranging logistics, and taking minutes.
- Assisting with financial administration—processing invoices, supporting budgets, and helping with regular reporting.
- Working closely with a wide range of partners, contractors, and the Dartmoor farming community.

Benefits

- Salary of £29,540 - £33,699 per annum
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous annual leave allowance plus public holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme

About you

The successful applicant will be passionate about supporting projects that deliver real environmental impact, with strong project administration skills and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset. They’ll be highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to communicate clearly and confidently.

Experience in creating engaging content for websites, newsletters, and social media is essential, along with the ability to adapt messages for different audiences and channels.

A background in conservation, farming, or ecology is desirable, but not essential.

The post will involve some travelling around Dartmoor.

Closing date: Sunday 31 August 2025

Interview date: Wednesday 10 September 2025

Dartmoor National Park Authority is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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