This is a Fixed-Term role, funded by NHS Tayside Charitable Foundation, for 37.5 hours per week until April 2027. The RSPB reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term.
RSPB Scotland are collaborating with Recovery Services in Dundee on exploring how supporting nature can help us meet daily challenges.
This is a homebased role with the primary project site located at The Friary in Lochee, Dundee. The position requires frequent travel within Dundee to visit partner sites and engage with local communities.
This is a dynamic and exciting role, requiring a passionate, driven, and experienced individual who is committed to promoting nature-based recovery and supporting community involvement in and support for nature.
What's the role about?
The Nature Recovery Officer is crucial in supporting the development and growth of our exciting Nature Recovery Project in Dundee. This position focuses on building relationships with recovery services and partners to facilitate nature-based activities and the establishment of a Nature Recovery garden at The Friary. You will work closely with stakeholders to design and deliver a programme of events, workshops, and training opportunities that engage recovery services, service users, and the wider public with the positive impact nature has on recovery journeys. Main responsibilities include:
Garden development: Supporting the establishment of a Nature Recovery garden at The Friary, including co-designing spaces with local recovery services and managing activities related to the garden's creation, such as coordinating the sourcing of materials and bringing specialists in to support.
Community engagement: Building strong relationships with local communities, particularly recovery services, to engage them in nature-based activities at The Friary. This includes creating and delivering workshops and events that promote the health and well-being benefits of nature.
Volunteer programme: Developing and managing a volunteer programme to involve local residents in the ongoing development of the garden, gardening activities, and community events. This will include recruitment, training, and coordination of volunteers.
Stakeholder communications: Maintaining regular communications with key stakeholders, including recovery services, community organisations, and local partners, to ensure the success of the Nature Recovery project. You will also be responsible for reporting to the Project Manager on project progress, challenges, and successes.
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
You will lead on all agreed project outcomes and drive the Nature Recovery project forward in a professional and enthusiastic manner. Therefore, you will have:
Desirable skills, knowledge, and experience: