Nature Restoration Officer

Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund

Bright Green Nature

Established in 2022, Bright Green Nature is a dynamic and expanding environmental charity based in the Scottish Borders. We aim to restore and preserve natural places for the benefit of our wildlife, our environment, and our communities. Our mission is to preserve our rich natural and cultural heritage and create spaces where people can come together to learn new skills and knowledge about how we can care for our planet and each other.

BGN are proud members of the Scottish Rewilding Alliance.

Role Description

This is a part-time role for a Nature Restoration Officer at Bright Green Nature. The charity provides small grants to families, schools and small community groups through its “Wild Your Space” Microfund (see www.brightgreennature.org/funding) and as part of this extremely successful programme we are seeking to employ an experienced Nature Restoration Officer to support our growing community of WYS applicants.

The role is funded for one year.  

As a Nature Restoration Officer, you will be responsible for:

• Working directly with schools, families and community groups within the Scottish Borders to provide guidance and practical support in improving biodiversity within their spaces
• Supporting the WYS groups to be able to access materials such as trees, plants, wood, tools and other materials required by their projects
• Support the WYS groups to be able to maintain their restored spaces to benefit Nature on a longer term basis
• Monitor and track progress made by WYS groups to demonstrate impact
• Building and managing an online network of WYS Microfund holders
• Building and managing a WYS Ambassador network within communities.
• Possible expansion and development of the role to provide advice to other stakeholder groups such as landowners

This role requires a strong passion for nature conservation and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Experience in developing restoration plans
• Knowledge of native plant species and ecological restoration techniques
• Strong project management skills and the ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Passion for nature conservation/restoration and sustainable practices

Desirable:

• A degree in environmental science, ecology, biology, or a related field
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including community organizations
• Knowledge of environmental regulations

How to Apply

Please send a Curriculum Vitae with covering letter stating why you are interested in this position to karen@brightgreennature.org 

Shortlisting of applications and interviews for this position will take place while the advert is live; the advert will close once a successful candidate has been found. Interested candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications as quickly as possible.