Development Project Officer

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Development Project Officer to join our team at the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT). As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in developing inspirational visitor experience projects and activities across our wetland sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with colleagues across WWT to develop and deliver visitor experience projects and activities
• Procure and manage external consultants and contractors
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary staff and volunteers at our wetland sites
• Develop imaginative solutions to deliver on the ground

Requirements

• Appropriate degree in landscape design, construction, conservation management or visitor centre experience
• Practical experience of exhibit design, landscape design, construction and/or site or facilities management
• Project management skills, including experience of managing the delivery of contracts
• Excellent communication and team player skills

What We Offer

• 33 days annual leave (increasing to 38 days after 5 years of service)
• Free entry to all our wetland centres, including family
• Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
• Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
• Cycle to work scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life Assurance of three times salary
• Independent personal, workplace and financial advice

We are an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.