Job Description

Engagement Officer (Public Events)

Salary: 29,849 per annum

We also offer:

25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and a discretionary Christmas closure Benefits platform with discounts on retail, dining and days out Salary sacrifice schemes for gym, bicycles and nursery/childcare Access to a free Employee Assistance Scheme to support you inside and outside of work Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Location: Regular travel to Woodberry Wetlands, Walthamstow Wetlands and Camley Street Natural Park, with ad hoc travel to additional sites

Flexible working:

occasional home working is available in this position (likely max 1 day per week). Flexible working requests are available from day one

Role & Responsibilities

Our Engagement Officer will play a key role in developing and delivering a diverse calendar of public events that connect a wide range of audiences with nature and London Wildlife Trust's mission. Based mainly at our key visitor centre sites, with activity across other visitor hubs and partner sites, the role involves planning, promoting, and evaluating engaging experiences--from wildlife workshops to family adventure trails--while ensuring smooth coordination with partners and the wider team.



Support the planning, promotion and delivery of the public events programme across London Wildlife Trust's visitor hub sites Collaborate with external facilitators and partners to co-create engaging, safe and inclusive events Research new ideas and trends to keep the events programme fresh, relevant, and impactful Work with the Marketing & Communications team to promote events and provide content for social media and campaigns Coordinate the operational delivery of events, including setup, facilitation, and pack down Supervise and support sessional staff and volunteers during events and activities Monitor and evaluate public engagement impact through feedback, surveys, and data tracking Ensure all activities comply with health & safety standards and contribute to wider team and partnership initiatives

Our ideal Engagement Officer

Demonstrable experience in designing, coordinating, and delivering public events and activities Proven ability to engage and communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences across different channels Strong organisational skills with the ability to promote and deliver inclusive, high-quality experiences Good understanding of health & safety practices, with a proactive and solution-focused approach Committed to creating a welcoming visitor experience, with adaptability, initiative, and a passion for inclusion
(Please see job description for full person specification)

Closing Date:

9am 28th July

Interviews:

Arescheduled to take place on 5th August and reasonable adjustments will be offered to all candidates including the choice to meet online or in-person.



Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you!

Our vision is a London alive with wildlife, with nature in everyone's neighbourhood. To achieve our goal of inspiring everyone to help restore London's wildlife, we recognise that our team must better reflect and represent all of London's diverse communities. Find out more about London Wildlife Trust's commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion here: https://www.wildlondon.org.uk/jobs.

We are also committed to ensuring that the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk is at the heart of our engagement with people. Read about our commitment to safeguarding here: https://www.wildlondon.org.uk/safeguarding.