Project Officer

Job Description

Summary The National Trust are working hard to protect Marsden Moor from the devastating effects of moorland fires, and were seeking a Resilient Landscapes Project Officer to lead on effective moorland management and monitoring, and coordinate our responsein the event of fire. The role involves working with community partners, dedicated volunteers and ranger staff to restore Marsdens peatlands, protect them from climate change and enable our moorland to sequester carbon, reduce fire and flood risk and providea thriving habitat for wildlife. Interviews will be held on5th October.This role is fixed term for 2 years. Internal secondments are very welcome to apply. Please see the context sheet attached to this vacancy for further information.Please apply by attaching your CV and cover letter outlining why you are applying and suitability for the role. For an informal chat please contact Rosie Holdsworth on or email .uk What its like to work here Marsden Moor comprises 2,301 hectares of beautiful South Pennine moorland. This is a landscape steeped in history, from prehistoric man to historic trans-Pennine transport routes. The South Pennine Moors are severely threatened byclimate change, however they also have huge potential to contribute to reducing climate harm; by sequestering carbon, storing water and providing a haven for threatened wildlife. To learn more about this location please click here. What youll be doing Youwill be working closely with partner organisations including Fire & Rescue services, neighbouring landowners, local communities and other key internal and external stakeholders. Working with partners and dedicated colleagues and volunteers, you will implement our management and emergency response plans to improve the resilience of Marsden Moor to the challenges presented by fires and antisocial behaviour. Using monitoring and learningfrom incidents, you will review these emergency plans, ensuring they are up to date in line with best practice. You will be hands-on at times, as part of our small ranger team including routine weekend and out of hours working. Who were looking for

• Demonstrable working knowledge of habitat management, ideally within the upland context
• Ability to deal positively with stressful and dynamic situations and be resilient to challenge
• Comfortable working in challenging upland environments
• Experience working with communities and managing stakeholder relationships
• Experience working with GPS and GIS systems
• Experience working with volunteers
• Understand designations such as SSSI/SPA/SAC and other environmental legislation
• Great communication skill and experience of presenting to a diverse audience
• An ability to work with complex information and ability to make clear recommendations for leadership teams
• Experience managing budgets.

The package The National Trust has the motto For everyone, for ever at its heart. Were working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. Its important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audienceswe serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say were for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Free parking at most locations

• Free entry to our properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

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