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Community Engagement Officer Contract : 3-year Fixed Term Hours : 21 hours per week Salary : £26,192 per annum (pro rata) Location : Norwich (with scope for hybrid working considered) About the role Our client, an environmental charity is looking for two experienced Community Engagement Officers to support a three-year multi-partner project supported through Nature Towns and Cities, a programme funded by National Lottery players to help urban areas protect and enhance their natural heritage. The project will co-create a community-led urban nature recovery action plan, placing nature and people at the heart of Norwich's future. It will map and address the city's 'nature gaps', improve access to green and blue spaces, and empower communities to shape a more resilient, biodiverse and inclusive city. The role will see the successful applicants carrying out an extensive listening and engagement programme across Norwich to support an ambitious community-led nature recovery action plan for the city. You'll work closely with partners including Norwich City Council, Norfolk County Council, South Norfolk and Broadland District Council and other key stakeholders to create a lasting legacy for nature in the city. This is an exciting opportunity for you to use your community organising skills to support communities to take-action for nature's recovery on the ground. The organisation is looking for people who are passionate about wildlife and supporting people from all backgrounds to connect to nature. This role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on people's lives and the environment, working in a supportive, forward-thinking charity committed to restoring nature. You'll play a central role in a flagship project for Norwich, helping making it a City where people and nature thrive. Closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 21 September 2025. Interviews are likely to take place in person in Norwich on Thursday 2 October 2025. The organisation regrets that they are unable to reply to all applicants individually so if you haven't heard from them by Friday 26 September, you have not been successful on this occasion. Interested? Please click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). This post is funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund through Nature Towns and Cities, a partnership between the Heritage Fund, Natural England and the National Trust. No agencies please.

Project Manager Location: Norwich (with scope for hybrid working considered) Contract: 3-year Fixed Term Hours: 28 hours per week Salary: £36,682 per annum pro rata About the role Our client, an environmental charity is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead a three-year multi-partner project supported through Nature Towns and Cities, a programme funded by National Lottery players to help urban areas protect and enhance their natural heritage. The project will co-create a community-led urban nature recovery action plan, placing nature and people at the heart of Norwich's future. It will map and address the city's 'nature gaps', improve access to green and blue spaces, and empower communities to shape a more resilient, biodiverse and inclusive city. You'll be responsible for co-ordinating, managing, and overseeing all aspects of the project - from setting up effective governance to ensuring workstreams are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard. You'll work closely with partners including Norwich City Council, Norfolk County Council, South Norfolk and Broadland District Council and other key stakeholders to create a lasting legacy for nature in the city. This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent communicator with strong project management skills, the ability to build effective working relationships and a passion for nature's recovery. This role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on people's lives and the environment, working in a supportive, forward-thinking charity committed to restoring nature. You'll play a central role in a flagship project for Norwich, helping making it a City where people and nature thrive. Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 6 October Interviews are likely to take place in person in Norwich on Wednesday 15 or Friday 17 October. Interested? Please click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). This post is funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund through Nature Towns and Cities, a partnership between the Heritage Fund, Natural England and the National Trust. No agencies please.

Community Project Officer (North) Job title: Community Project Officer Salary: £25,631 to £28,382 per annum Hours: Full time - 37 hours per week Location: Office based in Pegswood, Morpeth, with some homeworking and local travel in Tyne & Wear and Northumberland. About the Employer Our client aims to be the UK's leading regeneration charity, working through partnership to create communities in which people are proud to live and work. This programme will deliver their mission of supporting people to improve their prospects and reach their full potential. This organisation is proud of the effective role that their Community Project Officers play in delivering significant social, environmental and health outcomes with communities across the region. About the role This charity is looking for a Community Project Officer who is passionate about regeneration, partnership working, and making a real difference on the ground. In this dynamic role, you will: Initiate, develop and deliver community regeneration projects across a diverse range of partners and sectors. Build strong, trusted relationships with local partners, community groups, and stakeholders. Spot and explore new opportunities for growth within the Land & Communities Programme. Work effectively both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary project team. Apply a continuous improvement mindset, developing your own skills and embedding best practice in everything you do. A bit about you While you may bring expertise in a particular area, you'll also be ready to adapt and contribute across different sectors to achieve the charity's goals. What you'll bring: Experience in community project delivery, with a track record of collaboration and innovation. Strong organisational skills, including budget management and project planning. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to seek support when needed. An understanding of countryside and park management would be an advantage. If you are ready to combine big-picture thinking with hands-on delivery, and want to help communities flourish for the long term, this employer would love to hear from you. Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 4th September 2025 The right is reserved to close this advert at any time. Interested? To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. Make yourself at home This organisation wants you to be yourself and value everything that makes you unique. They recognise and celebrate your difference and together make for a great place to work. As a Disability Confident employer they offer a guaranteed interview to applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria for the role. They ensure that they provide a safe environment for adults, children and young people to take part in any activity or service that they organise. They are committed to creating a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk. Their safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and comprehensive process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all the people they appoint are suitable to work with their children, young people and adults. This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure endorsed by the Disclosure and Barring Service. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. No agencies please.

Colne Connections Project Manager Reference: CCPM25 Location: Colne Valley Park Visitor Centre, Denham, Nr. Uxbridge Contract: Fixed Term contract to end of June 2027, with potential to make permanent, subject to gaining Round 2 funding Salary: £39,000 to £44,000 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week This charity is excited to announce that their Colne Connections Project has been awarded Development Phase funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund . They are now seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead this critical stage of the programme. Summary of role: The Project Manager will play a central role in shaping and configuring the individual projects that will form the core of the Delivery Phase funding application . This is a unique opportunity to help define a vision for the Colne Valley Regional Park , bringing environmental, educational, and community benefits to life. They are looking for someone with strong project development experience, a passion for landscape and heritage conservation, and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of partners. If you're ready to help shape the future of the Colne Valley and leave a lasting impact, they would love to hear from you. This organisation's office, in the middle of a country park right next to a chalk stream, is a special place to work. About the Employer This charity works with communities across the south of England to transform their lives and the places where they live. They have been at the forefront of social and environmental regeneration for over 25 years, and today they have a simple mission: to create better places, improve people's prospects, and promote greener living and working. The organisation is passionate about creating a future where every neighbourhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny, and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances. This vision drives the work that they do. Each year they deliver over 100 innovative projects, tackling the biggest issues facing its communities and creating real and lasting, positive change. Closing date for applications: Monday 8th September Interview dates: 1st Stage - Friday 12th September (online) 2nd Stage - Thursday 18th September (in-person) Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. The charity is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community. No agencies please.

Rivers Project Officer Reference: RPO25 Location : Colne Valley Park Visitor Centre, Denham, Nr. Uxbridge Contract : Permanent Salary : £28,000, rising to £29,500 upon successful completion of probation period Hours : 37.5 hours per week This charity is looking for an enthusiastic Rivers Project Officer to deliver a variety of river enhancement, monitoring and citizen science-based community engagement across the Colne Catchment. Summary of role: This is an exciting opportunity for someone who's passionate about healthy rivers, skilled in ecological monitoring, and keen to bring people together to care for their local environment. The Rivers Project Officer will deliver river enhancement monitoring, and community engagement initiatives across the Colne Catchment - a landscape that stretches from internationally rare chalk rivers to the gravel pits and reservoirs of the Colne Valley Regional Park. This unique catchment supports remarkable wildlife, offers diverse recreational opportunities, and plays a vital role in public water supply. Key responsibilities include: Gathering and analysing environmental data to inform action and solve catchment challenges. Monitoring water quality, riverfly populations, and physical habitats. Organising citizen science and hands-on conservation activities with local communities. Inspiring awareness, stewardship, and practical enhancement of local watercourses. The charity's office in the middle of a country park right next to a chalk stream is a special place to work! The Organisation The charity works with communities across the south of England to transform their lives and the places where they live. They have been at the forefront of social and environmental regeneration for over 25 years, and today they have a simple mission: to create better places, improve people's prospects, and promote greener living and working. They are passionate about creating a future where every neighborhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny, and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances. This vision drives the work that they do. Each year they deliver over 100 innovative projects, tackling the biggest issues facing our communities and creating real and lasting, positive change. Closing date for applications: Thursday 2nd October Interview dates: 1st Stage - Wednesday 8th October 2nd Stage - Tuesday 14th October Interested? To apply, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions. The charity is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community. No agencies please.

Brecks Reserves Manager Salary : £32,222 per annum Contract : Permanent Hours : Full Time. 37.5 hours per week (5 days/week), including occasional weekends and bank holidays Location : Thetford Our client is looking for a Brecks Reserves Manager who will play a key role in safeguarding and managing one of the country's most ecologically important landscapes. The organisation is the county's largest environmental charity, committed to the protection and enhancement of Norfolk's wildlife and wild places. The charity cares for a number of nationally important sites in the Brecks area of south Norfolk. These sites are homes to a staggering range of rare and endangered birds, plants and invertebrates. The exciting permanent position of Brecks Reserves Manager will play a key role in safeguarding and managing one of the country's most ecologically important landscapes. With responsibilities spanning habitat management and monitoring, staff and volunteer management, visitor engagement, and wildlife protection, this role is ideal for a dedicated conservation professional with a passion for habitat management and partnership working. The Reserve Manager in the Brecks will ensure the reserve's delicate heathlands, grassland and wetland habitats are protected, nurtured, and enhanced for wildlife and people alike. The successful candidate will have a developed knowledge of wildlife conservation and habitat management techniques as well as effective communication skills, both with colleagues and members of the public. The post will work within a close-knit highly motivated team and an ability to lead colleagues and volunteers is vital. The successful candidate will also have at least 2 years' experience working on a nature reserve or similar. The role comes with a competitive benefits package. The closing date for receipt of applications is midday on Monday 15th September. Initial interviews will take place w/c 22nd September via Zoom. Interested? To apply, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions. No agencies please.