Senior Project Officer - Glasgow Biodiversity Action Team

Working in partnership with Glasgow City Council, the SPO will primarily be responsible for building capacity and supporting local organisations and groups to take action for nature. There will also be some responsibility for delivering a regular volunteering group to improve the biodiversity in Local Nature Reserves, aspirational Local Nature Reserves and other greenspaces. This role will involve leading and coordinating volunteer activity across Glasgow, delivering high quality volunteer opportunities and environmental outputs including supporting some delivery of Glasgow City Councils Tree Planting Plan. There will also be an emphasis on projects that improve health and wellbeing through engagement with nature.,

• A full driving licence is required.
• This post is subject to an enhanced CRC check/a CRC check
• A CV and covering letter is required.
We are The Conservation Volunteers. Our vision is Healthier, Happier Communities for Everyone. We believe that green spaces are an essential part of healthy, happy communities. Our mission is To Connect People and Green Spaces to Deliver Lasting Outcomes for Both. The opportunity to connect to nature on your doorstep and contribute to its protection should be available to everyone. The outcomes of our work:
• Environment: Green spaces are created, protected and improved, for nature and for people.
• Communities: Communities are stronger, working together to improve the places where people live and tackle the issues that matter to them.
• Health & Wellbeing: People improve their physical and mental health & wellbeing, by being outdoors, active and connected with others.
• Learning & Skills: People improve their confidence, skills and prospects, through learning inspired by the outdoors.
  The role requires a good general standard of education, typically including National 5s in English and Maths or equivalent experience, alongside additional qualifications or training in project delivery. Candidates should have proven experience in planning, coordinating, and delivering practical projects or services, ideally within conservation, health, or wellbeing, and in working with volunteers to achieve project objectives. Strong organisational skills are essential, with the ability to manage multiple projects and budgets, and oversee safe use of tools and equipment. The post-holder will be an effective communicator and relationship-builder, engaging with stakeholders to advance project and organisational goals, proactively supporting income generation, and producing progress reports using relevant IT systems. A genuine interest in The Conservation Volunteers' (TCV) mission and objectives is vital.