Outreach Lead – Northern Ireland Woodland Conservation

The Woodland Trust; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental charity in the UK is seeking an Outreach Manager to inspire and lead the Northern Ireland outreach team. The role involves building strategic relationships to support woodland preservation and provide expert guidance on management practices. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field, significant experience in forestry, and strong leadership abilities. This home-based position requires skills in stakeholder engagement and project management, along with a full UK driving licence. Join us in our mission to combat climate change and enhance biodiversity.

Benefits

Enhanced Employer Pension

Life Assurance

Flexible & Hybrid Working Options

Generous Annual Leave

Enhanced Parental Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in the forestry or environmental land-based sector, particularly on landscape scale projects.
• Ability to build partnerships and influence stakeholders effectively.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Outreach team to deliver the Trust's conservation ambitions.
• Support development of new work and funding opportunities.
• Provide expert advice on woodland creation and management.

Skills

Communication

Team Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Environmental Knowledge

Education

HND / degree in Forestry or related field

Job description

A leading environmental charity in the UK is seeking an Outreach Manager to inspire and lead the Northern Ireland outreach team. The role involves building strategic relationships to support woodland preservation and provide expert guidance on management practices. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field, significant experience in forestry, and strong leadership abilities. This home-based position requires skills in stakeholder engagement and project management, along with a full UK driving licence. Join us in our mission to combat climate change and enhance biodiversity.