Vacancies
Information Officer
Hungerford, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Salary: £28,163 – £30,060 Pro rata
Hours per week: 22.2 hours
Permanent.
Apply Before: 01/03/2025, 23:59
Interview date: Thursday 20 March 2025
Are you motivated, self-organised and eager to make a meaningful contribution to a nationally protected landscape? Join our team today and play a vital role in protecting the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape.
As an Information Officer, you’ll join a passionate team dedicated to conserving and enhancing this National Landscape. You’ll support the team and its partners through innovative use of geospatial data, web management and information systems, ensuring our projects, strategies and public engagement succeed. At the forefront of managing the National Landscape’s GIS systems, you’ll provide high-quality mapping and data analysis to inform planning, bids and projects. You’ll ensure the functionality, security and accessibility of our websites in partnership with the Communications Officer, while offering technical advice and training to colleagues.
We’re seeking a GIS expert with strong web management experience, a creative approach to problem-solving and excellent organisational skills. Knowledge of environmental or heritage data and its application to landscape conservation is essential, alongside a high level of numeracy and attention to detail.
For more details, contact Henry Oliver, Director North Wessex Downs NL, at henry.oliver@northwessexdowns.org.uk, or call 01249 706101.
Application is through the Wiltshire Council website and you can find all details about the role and the application process here.
Project Officer
Hungerford, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Salary: £30,559 – £32,654 pro rata
Hours per week: 15 hours
Fixed term: 15 months
Join us in shaping the future of one of England’s most beautiful, designated landscapes!
The National Landscape are looking for a Project Officer who will enjoy a dynamic role that combines creativity, partnership working and the conservation and enhancement of our natural and cultural heritage.
As Project Officer, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that’s passionate about protecting and enhancing the natural beauty, wildlife and historic environment. With opportunities to develop and work on innovative projects and make a tangible impact, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge and reward.
In the role, you will liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders, including local authorities, community groups and conservation organisations. Your work will involve contributing to or leading the development of priority projects and funding bids aligned with the Management Plan, planning events and managing grants. You’ll also play a key role in engaging with communities and raising awareness of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape’s work through presentations, partnerships and consultations.
We’re looking for someone with a qualification in a countryside, environmental or related field, and proven experience in partnership working and project management and delivery. You’ll need excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team and a talent for innovative thinking.
For more details, contact Corinna Woodall, Senior Project Development and Funding Officer, at corinnawoodall@northwessexdowns.org.uk, or call 01249 706101.
Application is through the Wiltshire Council website and you can find all details about the role and the application process here.
Volunteering
Volunteering opportunities on the Council of Partners
We have a number of vacancies on our Council of Partners. We are particularly looking for people who have interests or expertise in the areas of communities and parish councils and the historic environment.
There is more information about the National Landscape and the Council of Partners in the About Us section of the website.
For more information about these roles, please contact us by emailing: info@northwessexdowns.org.uk