SSRS Programme Support Officer (Maternity Cover)

Part Time, 31.5 hours a week
Initially: a 10 month fixed-term contract to cover a period of Maternity (18th
February 2026)

About us 

For 60 years, the Scottish Wildlife Trust has worked with its members, partners and supporters
in pursuit of its vision of healthy, resilient ecosystems across Scotland’s land and seas. The
Trust successfully champions the cause of wildlife through policy and campaigning work,
demonstrates best practice through practical conservation and innovative partnerships, and
inspires people to take positive action through its education and engagement activities. It
also manages a network of over 100 wildlife reserves across Scotland and is a member of the
UK-wide Wildlife Trusts movement. 

The Role 

Are you an organised and motivated individual with a passion for nature conservation? We are
seeking a dedicated Programme Support Officer to join our
exciting Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels Project. Here you will be part of a
passionate team making a real difference in wildlife conservation in a varied and rewarding
role. This is an opportunity to be part of a vital initiative working to protect and promote
red squirrel populations, ensuring their sustainable long-term future in our landscapes.

As an active member of the project team you’ll work closely with project staff and
stakeholders. You will support the team by managing orders and supplies essential for project
operations, handling enquiries from the public, providing accurate information about squirrel
conservation efforts, and process and record payments including compiling reports to track
project expenditure.

This role would suit someone with exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail,
strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues,
volunteers, and the public, and a team player who can also work independently and take
initiative. Experience in project administration, financial administration, public
communications, and procurement is essential.

What we offer: 

• Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle to Work & Pension schemes. 
• We have always been hugely flexible in our approach to how you wish to work and continue to
  offer a flexible approach. 
• One Wellness Hour per week 
• Enhanced Pension rate upon completion of probation 
• Sick Pay Allowance 
• Training and Development 

The Scottish Wildlife Trust is a proud equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications
from all candidates irrespective of their background. We are committed to helping to make the
world of nature conservation as inclusive as possible, as we believe there should be no
barriers to being involved, and that champions and role models from every part of society will
be vital in helping to reverse the loss of biodiversity.

Closing date: 12 noon, 4th March 2025 
Interview Date: Week Commencing 17th March 2025