Job Description

Job Introduction

ROLE OF THE JOB

We are seeking a Project Officer to join our small team and help care for the Northumberland Coast National Landscape, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and one of England's finest landscapes. You will be responsible for the development and delivery of a brand new and exciting project: Northumberland Coast Dark Skies.

Northumberland Coast Dark Skies is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to secure funds to conserve and connect the nocturnal heritage of the Northumberland Coast National Landscape. Help achieve our vision for the dark skies of the Northumberland Coast to be conserved, now and in the future, for people and for nature.

You will be an energetic and passionate person who will raise the profile of nocturnal heritage, dark skies, tranquillity and the impact of artificial light at night in the National Landscape and the surrounding area. You will be adept at managing an extremely varied project that includes co-ordinating practical work such as monitoring night sky quality and improving nocturnal habitats, and delivering a programme of capital works, but also reaching out to communities, businesses and decision-makers to effect change.

Please note, this vacancy is offered on a fixed term basis until 6th August 2027.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

You will be responsible for all aspects of the project including a budget of 285,000; risk, programme and relationship management; and reporting to funders. You will co-ordinate and deliver the provision of advice and guidance; training for decision-makers; an engaging volunteering and events programme; monitoring of night sky quality and habitats; as well as programme of capital works at locations across the National Landscape. You will liaise with a wide range of partners including local Government, landowners, managers and other agencies, and community groups. Occasional evening and weekend working will be required.

For further information about this vacancy, please contact Iain Robson via email;


iain@northumberlandcoast-nl.org.uk



Northumberland County Council's (NCC) vision is 'Land of Great Opportunities', for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.

For further information about working for NCC, please visit our website here.

Why choose us?

We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees) Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)

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Further information

Please note that this is a full time position but applications on a secondment or part-time basis would be considered for the right applicant.

For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.

Alternative application format:

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For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930

Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.