Project Officer

The post is based at TCV's Ravenhill Road office in South Belfast with projects being delivered throughout the city and greater Belfast area. Project sites include community gardens and allotments, shared greenspaces, Health Trust settings, schools and community hubs. The Project Officer will be part of a busy team with access to shared resources, tools and vehicles.

We are seeking a highly motivated, organised, adaptable and committed person to join the team for this important post. This post holder will work alongside other staff on the delivery of practical conservation projects. The post holder will help plan and prepare contracted work as well as supervise a volunteer group of mixed abilities, on projects in urban and rural locations every week throughout the year. The role is primarily Tues - Sat, but on occasions evening work may be required with time off in lieu.

The successful applicant will:
- Have had some of experience working in the environment sector or similar.
- Be able to plan and supervise and run local projects, engaging with the local community.projects including ordering materials and other logistics.
- Be able to demonstrate an understanding of a range of practical conservation tasks
- Oversee the recruitment, induction and support of Volunteers
-Experience of working with and leading volunteers from a range of ages, backgrounds and abilities is a strong advantage.

At TCV, we're unwavering in our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. We firmly believe that everyone deserves a connection to nature. Collaborating with your team, you'll champion the creation of secure and inviting spaces for individuals who confront obstacles to accessing green environments. This is especially pertinent for those who stand to gain the most. Your efforts will ensure that our initiatives remain pertinent and accessible to the diverse communities we serve.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If you would like to discuss your requirements further please contact the People Team via recruitment@tcv.org.uk or by telephone on 01302 388883 . We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

A full driving licence is required as the post holder has use of a company vehicle.

This post is subject to an enhanced Access NI check.
 

A full, clean or near clean UK driving licence is required for this post, which has been held for a minimum of one year.

To fulfil the role, you must be resident in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.