Project Officer

About Us 

Bats are remarkable and essential to our environment. The Bat Conservation Trust (BCT) is the
foremost non-governmental organisation dedicated to bat conservation and habitat protection.
Our mission is to secure bats’ future in a changing world.

BCT actively works on a range of initiatives to create a better world for bats. We’re
passionate about preserving these unique creatures and are committed to welcoming like-minded
individuals who share our dedication. 

Wales has one of the lowest areas of woodland cover in Europe. As we face a climate and
biodiversity crisis, the suite of woodland SSSI and SAC become even more important. However,
the majority of the designated woodland in Wales is either unfavourable or their status is
unknown. Our Wales Woodland Wonders project will work around the Meirionnydd Oakwoods and Bat
Sites SAC in North Wales, where 13 of the 17 woodland component SSSIs have unknown status and
four are unfavourable. 

We are now looking for a Project Officer to join us on a full-time, fixed-term basis for two
years. 

The Benefits 

• Salary of £32,000 – £34,000 per annum, depending on experience
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• 4% employer pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Flex Time Policy
• Cycle Scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced conservation project manager, with a strong
background in volunteer engagement and citizen science programmes to join our passionate team. 

You will discover a friendly and supportive workplace with an inspiring environmental mission,
where diversity is valued, inclusivity is embraced, and everyone is encouraged to bring their
unique perspectives to strengthen our work. 

What’s more, you will enjoy the flexibility of our hybrid working model, enabling you to
establish a healthy work-life balance, while contributing to vital conservation efforts. 

So, if you want to play a key role in bat conservation and woodland restoration, read on and
apply today! 

The Role 

As a Project Officer, you will contribute to the conservation of the Meirionnydd Oakwoods and
Bat Sites SAC in North Wales. 

Working closely with local communities and partner organisations, you will assess the health of
temperate rainforests and survey key bat species, including barbastelle and lesser horseshoe
bats, to establish their distribution and abundance. 

You will also support woodland management strategies that restore vital habitats and enhance
nature connections for disadvantaged communities. 

About You 

To be considered as a Project Officer, you will need: 

• Proven experience in conservation project management and partnership working
• A strong background in volunteer engagement and citizen science programmes
• Experience of GIS and mapping
• Knowledge of woodland management and bat ecology (or similar conservation experience)
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Welsh language skills (highly desirable, but applications must be completed in English)
• A degree in ecology or conservation related subject, or equivalent work experience
• A full, valid licence and access to a vehicle for project work

The closing date for this role is Friday 28th February 2025 at 9am. 

Other organisations may call this role Conservation Officer, Environmental Project Officer,
Ecology Project Officer, Woodland Conservation Officer, or Wildlife Conservation Officer. 

Webrecruit and The Bat Conservation Trust are equal opportunities employers, value diversity
and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and
all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct
business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will
be.

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