Habitat Banking Project Officer

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At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could be that difference.

Overall, Job Purpose:

Are you ready to help shape the future of biodiversity in Arun? The Climate Change and Sustainability Team is launching an exciting new initiative, and we’re looking for a passionate, forward-thinking Habitat Banking Project Officer to lead the way.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help the Council unlock the potential of its greenspace land through Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). Creating thriving habitats while generating sustainable income on council owned land. You’ll be at the forefront of a movement that blends environmental innovation with strategic land management.

Please note that this is a two year fixed-term post.

Your mission:

• Design and deliver Arun District Council’s first Habitat Banking Strategy, in line with national and local policy.
• Establish and manage habitat banks on Council owned land, working collaboratively across departments including finance, legal, planning, estates and parks.
• Market and sell BNG credits, ensuring competitive pricing and a deep understanding of the habitat banking landscape and development needs across Arun.
• Drive income generation through the sale of these offsite BNG credits to developers and other interested stakeholders.
• Champion engagement by raising awareness and building partnership internally and externally to support habitat banking.
• Explore wider ecosystem service opportunities, helping the Council lead on nature-based solutions for climate resilience and environmental enhancement.

This is a hybrid role, and due to the work being required there will be a minimum of two days per week in the Civic Centre in Littlehampton.

If you’re passionate about nature recovery, strategic thinking, and making a real impact, this is your chance to be part of something transformative.

For more information about joining the Climate Change and Sustainability Team, the role profile is located at the bottom of this advert. It details the main duties of the job as well as the behaviours and competencies (evaluated at interview stage).

We love to invest in our people, providing the opportunity for professional development and fulfilment. Work life balance is encouraged, and we enjoy a variety of flexible working arrangements. Please see Why work for Arun for more information on what Arun offers their employees.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability.

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Closing date: 12 September 23:59pm

Successful candidates will be contacted by the end of 19 September

Interviews are scheduled for 29 September