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The initial closing date for applications is 9.00am on Monday 01st June 2026. However, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; the vacancy will remain open until filled and interviews will be arranged as appropriate applications are received.
Candidates should apply by sending a copy of their CV, giving full details of education, employment and experience. Please also supply details of two referees. You should also include a statement of application outlining why you consider yourself suitable for the post and what particular experience, skills and attributes you have which will enable you to fulfil the requirements of the job. It would help the selection panel if you refer to the duties and requirements of the job description enclosed in framing your statement.
Completed applications should have a subject line of ‘Private and Confidential’ and emailed to recruitment@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk or be posted to Recruitment Applications, Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House, 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY.
Please indicate which position you are applying for in your email.
We value respect, integrity, trust and responsibility. We want our people to be as diverse as nature itself and so we particularly encourage applications from those currently under-represented within our sector, including people from minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We welcome people of all backgrounds and levels of experience with nature, and continually strive to improve our culture and practices. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. Please let us know if you require any adjustment processes to make our recruitment process more accessible.
Fixed Term Contract - Part-time 4/5 – until 31 March 2028. With potential to extend and increase in hours dependant on securing funding for the project delivery stage.
This is an exciting time for Norfolk’s largest conservation charity as it celebrates its centenary year and continues to expand its vital work for Norfolk’s wildlife.
NWT is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Communications and Engagement Officer to support the development phase of a project to deliver an inspiring future vision for Hickling Broad and Marshes.
The largest of the Broads, Hickling is a year-round haven for wildlife situated at the heart of a thriving local community and attracting a wide range of visitors. Bringing together workstreams in ecological management, estate management, visitor experience and engagement, this project is based on a shared vision. It aims to deliver conservation and ecological outcomes for the nature reserve alongside social, economic and wellbeing outcomes for a range of audiences.
The successful candidate will develop and implement a communications plan for the project and act as a central point of contact between Norfolk Wildlife Trust and project stakeholders. Leading on engagement activity with local communities the Communications and Engagement Officer will ensure that local ideas and concerns are fed into the project development.
The post offers an excellent opportunity for a communications professional with a proven track record of leading on building relationships with local stakeholders, interest groups and communities. The post will be part of a project team including a Project Manager and Senior Projects Officer and will be supported by a wider project team from across NWT. The project is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund thanks to National Lottery players
Experience of community consultation and audience development are key to success in this role as is a good track record of delivering a range of communications including developing engaging content to fit a variety of media.
There is the potential for this role to be extended into the delivery phase of the project subject to the successful outcomes of the development phase.
If you are an experienced communications and engagement professional, passionate about making a positive impact for Norfolk’s wildlife, we’d love to hear from you.
The initial closing date for applications is 9.00am on Monday 01st June 2026. However, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; the vacancy will remain open until filled and interviews will be arranged as appropriate applications are received.
For more information about the role please see the job description below.
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