Communications and Engagement Officer - Martens on the Move - Tenders Global

Communications and Engagement Officer – Martens on the Move

Vincent Wildlife Trust

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Vincent Wildlife Trust (VWT) is looking for a Communications and Engagement Officer to assist the Project Manager and the Communications Team during the Delivery Phase of an exciting new four-year pine marten project — Martens on the Move — which is funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

VWT has been a leader in pine marten conservation and research for 40 years. Much of this work has focused on understanding the status and distribution of pine martens in Britain and Ireland, developing and trialling innovative field techniques for monitoring pine martens, promoting coexistence with a range of stakeholders and acting as an advisor on and carrying out ground-breaking projects to re-establish pine marten populations in Wales and England.

You will provide communications support to the Communications Team and the Project Manager to facilitate the natural recovery of pine martens where they are re-colonising their former range across the Scottish/English and Welsh/English borders.

This role will develop the project’s social media work along with a range of publicity and display materials. It will also plan, organise and deliver a variety of community engagement events and volunteer training, with a focus on groups under-represented in conservation.

We are seeking someone with the ability to inspire a cross-section of people, including volunteers, land managers and youth and community groups in a range of activities. You will need to have a demonstrable commitment to and experience of using a range of communication channels and social media platforms, along with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

The Trust offers a quality employment package, the chance for Continued Professional Development, and the learning of new skills and experiences.

Closing date for applications: 17:00 Thursday 11 January 2024

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