Farming and Land Management Project Assistant
Purpose: Supporting farm team project officers engaging with landowners to deliver farm advice and interventions.
Reports To: Farming and Land Management Team Leader. On occasions, responsible for: Volunteers and work experience placements.
Location: Office at Bayfield near Holt. Visits across Norfolk and Cam and Ely Ouse (CamEO) catchment with mileage expenses £0.45 per mile.
Job Term: Full-time 37.5 per week.
Annual Leave Entitlement: 25 days plus 8 days bank holidays pro rata.
Salary Details: £24,000 pro rata (9% Employer Pension Contribution).
Project assistant is an entry level position within the farming and land management team, supporting farm advisors and project officers in delivering ‘Water Sensitive Farming’ (WSF) projects. WSF is an ambitious water stewardship initiative which will benefit the catchments of Norfolk and the Cam and Ely Ouse. The role will develop skills in communicating and working with landowners to deliver environmental advice, engagement events and assisting the delivery of bespoke interventions. The project assistants will be given formal training opportunities and mentoring to develop their skills towards more independent project roles.
The project assistant will work closely with our Farm Advisors, Trees and Meadows Officer, Nature-based Solutions officer and Comms and Engagement team to gain experience of all aspects of the team’s work. Work will consist of facilitating new farm visits, coordinating engagement events, obtaining consents, assisting in site surveys and communicating successes with partners and stakeholders. The main projects include partnerships with: The Coca-Cola Foundation; WWF and their corporate partnerships – including with Aviva, Carlsberg, Tesco and Air Wick UK; Riverlands National Trust partnership; HLF Brecks Fen Edge ‘Managing the Margins’; the Woodlands for Water project; and the Courtauld 2030 initiative.
Job Description
- Assisting with preparing information for farm visits and reports.
- Undertake site surveys. Recording data from site visits in online systems.
- Supporting the production of communications material to further promote and develop the Water Sensitive Farming initiative.
- Assist with organising events and other farmer engagement tools aimed at improving awareness and sharing knowledge.
- Work effectively with members of the team to deliver project outcomes.
- Develop skills, knowledge and confidence undertake more independent work.
- The above list should not be regarded as exhaustive, from time-to-time staff may be required to carry out other such duties as determined by the Trust.
Education
- Minimum HND/BSc in Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Geography or Land Management related subject.
Experience and Knowledge
- Knowledge of local farming practices and issues impacting water environment conservation.
- Knowledge of environmental enhancements and mitigation measures.
- Experience of engagement and working collaboratively.
Personal Skills and Qualities
- Clear commitment to vision and values of Norfolk Rivers Trust.
- Good communication skills.
- Good organisational skills.
- Relevant work experience or training in land management.
- Ability to learn and develop in role.
- Full UK driving licence with own car covered by business insurance.
Applications
To apply, please send a covering email and completed job application form linked here to [email protected] by 5pm on Tuesday 27th July 2023. CVs on their own will not be accepted.
If we receive enough suitable applicants before this date, the job advert may close early.
If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact: Sam Hurst on 07944 443652.
