Urban Rewilding Programme Officer

We're looking for an Urban Rewilding Programme Officer to help deliver the largest urban rewilding project in the UK - our Allestree Park Community Rewilding project - which aims to provide a haven for both people and wildlife in the heart of Derby. You'll use your communication, passion, and planning skills to support the creation of a rich and accessible greenspace that will make significant contributions to nature recovery, climate action and wellbeing., We're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe that everyone should have access to nature. We expect people to work harmoniously with each other and with volunteers, and to provide help and guidance to others when needed. As a small charity, our employees need to be willing to be flexible about working arrangements and willing to provide occasional cover for absent staff. We want people to develop professionally and personally while working with us and employees are encouraged to participate in the range of opportunities available to enable this.

This role might be right for you if:

• You are dynamic, organised and focused on achieving goals.
• You have experience of preparing and delivering management plans and supporting monitoring and evaluation programmes to support project delivery.
• You have practical hands-on experience of land management for nature conservation and able to work effectively and safely with volunteers.
• You are a great communicator and able to inspire others with your enthusiasm and energy and can work collaboratively with a wide range of partners and audiences.
• You can contribute to fund raising and write grant applications to support our project delivery.
• You are a conscientious budget holder, managing spend efficiently and always making environmentally conscious decisions on spend.
• You have a full driving licence or ability to travel around the work area.
  
  In this role, you'll lead on the nature recovery aspects of the Allestree Park Community Rewilding project and help deliver the wider urban landscape recovery programme.
To be successful you will be dedicated to placing people at the heart of nature and climate recovery in our urban landscapes. This is a fixed term contract to 31st March 2027. At Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, we are driven by passion, purpose, and the belief that we can create a better, wilder future for everyone. We are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive and bring their whole selves to work.


• The opportunity to shape a bold, impactful strategy that addresses the interconnected challenges of nature and social justice. We encourage others to notice and care for nature, increasing nature connection, community cohesion and environmental stewardship.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment where values and purpose matter.
• A chance to work with an inspiring team, dedicated to creating change for wildlife and communities alike.
In addition we have a range of employee benefits
• Flexible working options, we have adopted a 9-day working fortnight meaning all full time staff get a non-working Friday every fortnight
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, we also have a festive shutdown so all staff get the days between Christmas and New Year off in addition to their leave entitlement
• Climate Perks (extra leave granted for staff using more green, sustainable transport)
• 9.5% employer pension contribution
• Electric bike and car salary-sacrifice schemes available
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Personalised Development programme designed to enhance your knowledge and progress your career
• A multi-disciplinary business, with opportunities to work on a wide range of projects, developing your experience and skills