Ecologist

Are you passionate about tackling the joint nature and climate crises? Do you want to deliver
landmark, landscape-scale, environmental and social change? If this sounds like you, we look
forward to hearing from you!

About the Role

We are looking for a new Ecologist for the development phase of an exciting project. You’ll
work closely with land manager partners, the project team and a range of consultants to design
and test new opportunities for land use change for nature recovery.

You’ll be part of our mission to inspire and empower people to help create a fully sustainable
world where nature and all people thrive.

For further information on the RPSB and how we work, please view the following: Why work for RSPB – Google Slides

For further information on the Greater Sedgemoor project, please view below brochure: LRS project brochure – Greater Sedgemoor – Google Slides

For our inclusive recruitment process, please view the following: RSPB LR2 Inclusive Recruitment Process External Feb24 (google.com)

What we need from you

• Extensive scientific knowledge of ecology and habitat management, natural history and
  ecological processes.
• Ability to undertake habitat and species surveys.
• Ability to work in a partnership.
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence others to change their land management
  practices.
• Ability to contribute to building collaborative, motivated, resilient, inclusive teams.
• Commitment to RSPB’s Values and equity, diversity and inclusion. 
• Relevant degree, e.g. BSc or UK equivalent

Additional Information

This role is a fixed-term contract to 31st March 2026. We reserve the right to
extend/make permanent at any time.

To apply, you will be required to upload a CV and complete an application form where you will
be able to explain how you meet the criteria set above.

For application/role enquiries, please contact – [email protected]

We will be conducting interviews on 6 & 8th March 2024.

Before applying for this role, please see candidate guidance notes and person
spec on our website.

We are deeply committed to developing an equitable, diverse and inclusive RSPB, in
which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. People of colour and
with disabilities people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate,
sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or with
disabilities, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do get
in contact.

This role is eligible for UK Sponsorship.