Project Officer
Part Time 0.2 days per week (equivalent to one day a week)
1 year Fixed term contract, with possibility of extending.
£31200 * pro rata
Nature Nurture is a small, friendly community organisation on a mission to support wellbeing and wildlife by connecting people with the nature spaces on their doorsteps. We do this through a variety of methods, including the promotion of outdoor learning in schools, the social prescribing of nature interventions for adults, outdoor events for children, community events, trails and outdoor arts. This is an exciting time for the organisation, with a variety of projects taking shape. We are looking for a Project Officer/ Event Facilitator who can work with us. Supporting communities is at the heart of everything we do. Find out more at https://www.nature-nurture.co.uk/
Job Purpose
We are thrilled that we have recently received lottery funding for one of our longterm urban regeneration sites at Holy Brook Nook in Coley, Reading. We are seeking a motivated and skilled individual to join our team of Wild Project Officers. Together, you will support and develop our community activities for one year with potential to extend to three years’
The successful candidate will play a key role in planning, delivering, and monitoring projects. The role includes community engagement, outdoor event facilitation and project promotion, including social media and web updates, with a combination of in-person and remote working. The ideal candidate would be able to work one Saturday a month and we can offer flexible hours on the other working days across the month.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Planning, Outreach, and Delivery
- Co-develop project plans, helping ensure milestones and objectives are met within set timelines and budgets.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to implement project activities efficiently and effectively.
- Facilitate activities as a part of the delivery team.
2. Community Outreach, Co-Creation and Evaluation
- Build and maintain strong relationships with community groups, partners, and stakeholders.
- Be on the team, helping organise and facilitate community workshops, community engagement sessions and conservation sessions.
- Support with gathering feedback and insights from our participants.
3. Website Updates and Social Media Support
- Help update and maintain the organisation’s website with relevant project information, events, and resources.
- Create and manage content for social media platforms to promote project activities, events, and achievements.
4. Record-Keeping and Administration
- Ensure volunteer and participant data is captured and stored safely.
- Support the team with administrative tasks.
This job description is not exhaustive and you may be expected to carry out other reasonable duties as requested.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- A genuine passion for nature and the outdoors, with a strong interest in supporting Nature Nurture’s mission to connect communities with the natural world.
- Alignment with the values and ethos of Nature Nurture, including a commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and environmental stewardship.
- Strong skills in community engagement and outreach.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Flexible approach to set working hours and willingness to work one Saturday a month.
- Strong general IT skills, including confidence in learning and using new digital tools and platforms.
- Driving license and own transport.
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, with the ability to handle the physical demands of a nature-based environment.
- Due to the part-time nature of the role, we are unable to sponsor a Work Visa so require you to have the right to work in the UK.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.), Excel, Canva and Asana.
- Understanding of GDPR and Data Protection Act.
- Willingness to embrace and quickly learn new digital systems, with support and training provided where needed.
- Experience with website management (e.g., using CMS platforms like WordPress).
- Forest School level 3 training or equivalent
- First Aid training (training can be provided)
- Experience working with children and/or vulnerable adults
Equal Opportunities Statement We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, communities, and experiences. We welcome difference and believe it makes our work stronger.
If you need any adjustments to the application process to support your needs, please let us know – we’ll do our best to help.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 4 – 12 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading RG30 2SN
Application deadline: 08/08/2025
Reference ID: Wild Project Officer
Expected start date: 18/08/2025