Marine Policy and Campaigns Officer

Are you passionate about protecting our seas and campaigning for change? The Community of Arran Seabed Trust (COAST) is seeking a full-time Marine Policy and Campaigns Officer to join our growing team and aid us in advocating for the protection of our seas, around Arran and beyond.

This role will fulfil a crucial link for COAST by shaping our scientific output, existing policies and the knowledge from our coastal communities into new policy and advocacy outputs, ultimately helping COAST to achieve its goal; to influence national policy, strengthen enforcement and support coastal communities in advocating for better management of Scotland’s inshore waters.

The successful candidate will be able to work across policy, campaigning and stakeholder engagement, whilst contributing to COAST’s growing role as a national voice for community-led marine recovery. The candidate is expected to show excellent project management skills, have relevant experience in campaigning and/or advocacy and be a confident communicator, with a desire to become part of our island community.

For more information about the role and COAST, please visit our website and download the Job Application Pack.

Application deadline: 7th August 2026
Online interviews: 25th & 26th August 2026

About COAST

Founded in 1995, the Community of Arran Seabed trust (COAST), is a pioneering, community led, marine conservation organisation.
After proudly establishing Scotland’s first No Take Zone in 2008 and the South Arran Marine Protected Area in 2016, COAST is now recognised worldwide as one of the UK’s leading community marine conservation organisations, enjoying widespread support on Arran and beyond. COAST continues to promote sustainable marine management, deliver education programmes and empower coastal communities, aiming to protect inshore waters not only on Arran, but across the globe.

By joining COAST, you’ll become part of a growing team of people dedicated to making a tangible difference in marine conservation, while also having the chance to work in the beautiful surroundings of the Isle of Arran. You’ll be in a pivotal role for COAST, helping drive real, meaningful change.