Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust (PKCT) is looking for a creative and strategic Communications and Engagement Officer to help raise awareness of our work connecting people and nature across Perthshire. This is a hands-on and purposeful role for someone who can turn ideas and impact into inspiring stories that attract support, strengthen partnerships, and grow our reach.

Working closely with the CEO and wider team, you’ll shape PKCT’s communication strategy and lead activity across digital, media and community channels. You’ll bring strong writing and organisational skills, a flair for storytelling, and a belief in the power of clear communication to deliver real change for people, wildlife and the environment.

Come and help us get people into the heart of the countryside and the countryside into the hearts of people.

We’re looking for a delivery-focused professional who knows how to turn plans into action. Whether your background is in electrical engineering, infrastructure, or sustainability, you’ll bring strong technical understanding and a desire to apply it to real-world climate challenges. You’ll be confident managing complex projects, while keeping a clear focus on outcomes, and just as comfortable getting into technical detail as you are communicating progress to senior leaders and engaging others along the way.

This is a chance to lead real, visible climate action, turning ambition into delivery across a diverse public estate. You’ll drive the Mission Zero Route Map, delivering a multi-year programme of decarbonisation across buildings, infrastructure, and fleet. Ideal for an electrical engineer or experienced programme manager ready to step into the green economy, the role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in low-carbon systems, energy efficiency and renewables, while expanding into climate adaptation and sustainability strategy in one of the world’s most iconic landscapes.

Responsibilities:

· Lead delivery of the organisation’s Mission Zero Route Map, a multi-year programme of decarbonisation across the National Park Authority’s estate and fleet.

· Plan and implement agreed climate adaptation measures across estate assets, including offices, visitor centres, ranger bases, piers, slipways, car parks and public greenspaces.

· Develop and maintain a robust monitoring and reporting framework for Mission Zero, supporting statutory climate reporting requirements and producing regular performance reports.

· Identify and manage resources, budgets and personnel, including internal teams, consultants, and contractors, to deliver decarbonisation and adaptation projects, using approved procurement processes.

· Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.

Who we are looking for:

Your skills, abilities and experience should include:

• Proven experience managing complex programmes or projects, ideally in decarbonisation, renewable energy, low-carbon infrastructure or estate management.

• Experience delivering climate adaptation or sustainability initiatives in a public or private sector environment.

• Track record of budget management, procurement and oversight of contractors or consultants.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders.

• Strong project and programme management skills, including planning, monitoring and reporting progress against objectives.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, able to engage staff and board members.

• Ability to analyze technical and operational data to inform decision-making.

• Degree or equivalent professional experience in engineering, environmental sciences, sustainability, or a related discipline.

Ideally, but not essentially, you’ll also have:

• Experience specifically in electrical engineering, renewable energy systems or energy efficiency projects.

• Experience working within or with public sector organisations.

• Familiarity with statutory climate reporting duties.

• Experience with carbon accounting and environmental performance monitoring.

• Knowledge of climate finance, grants, or funding mechanisms for climate-related projects

• Professional membership or accreditation in relevant engineering or sustainability bodies (e.g. Chartered Engineer, CEng; Chartered Environmentalist, CEnv).

• Knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015

The Scottish Ornithologists’ Club (SOC) is seeking a motivated and organised individual to join our team as Assistant Development Officer (ADO). This post enhances the Club’s delivery of key programmes and provides vital support to our Development Manager across several cross-cutting areas of activity. It’s an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful youth and community engagement work, and to help shape the future of Scotland’s birding community. The post will be line managed by the Development Manager.

Hours:22.5 hours per week (flexibly over 3 days, with at least one day overlapping the Development Manager)

Contract:Fixed-term, 24 months from start date

Salary:£13.74–£14.38 per hour (depending on experience) (equivalent to approx. £16,076–£16,825 per annum pro rata)

Location:Hybrid working, with presence at Waterston House (Aberlady) and occasional travel to events

Start Date:As soon as possible in 2026

About the Role

This post will take a lead on several high-impact programmes and provide broader development and administrative support to the SOC. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Coordinating the Scottish Bird Camp, SOC’s flagship youth initiative, and contributing to the development of a new schools-based outreach programme targeting underrepresented young people in Scotland.
• Managing the Club’s Winter Talks Programme, working with speakers and SOC branches to deliver a diverse and inspiring programme of 80+ talks annually.
• Supporting the Club’s branch network, assisting with volunteer communications, outreach activities, and local development projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver the annual Scottish Bird Camp, liaising with partners, staff, and young participants.
• Oversee the development and production of the SOC’s Winter Talks Programme in collaboration with branch volunteers and external speakers.
• Provide administrative and practical support to the Development Manager, branches, and other staff involved in delivering development projects.
• Maintain regular communication with volunteers, speakers, and external partners to ensure a coordinated and professional approach.

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in event planning and coordination, preferably including cyclical or multi-stakeholder events.
• Demonstrated experience working professionally with young people in a supportive, inclusive, and safe manner.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a confident and professional approach to stakeholder engagement.
• A solid understanding of safeguarding practices and willingness to undertake training as required.
• Ability to work independently while also being a collaborative and supportive team member.
• Confidence using digital tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Zoom, and Canva.
• A strong commitment to inclusion, equity, and engaging underrepresented communities.
• Well-established contacts in the ornithological and/or wider natural history community, enabling effective speaker recruitment and broadening the reach of SOC’s Winter Talks Programme.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience delivering youth-focused environmental or conservation programmes.
• Knowledge or strong interest in birds, ornithology, or natural history.
• Familiarity with SOC’s structure and branch network.
• Experience with social media and digital communications for outreach and event promotion.
• Experience using project or event management software and/or CRM systems.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a passionate and knowledgeable team working at the heart of Scottish ornithology. This role offers flexible working, the chance to make a lasting impact on youth and community engagement, and an opportunity to shape national programmes that connect people with birds and nature. To learn more about the Club and our work, please visit www.the-soc.org.uk.