Lincolnshire Wolds Project Officer

Lincolnshire Wolds Project Officer

Help Shape the Future of the Lincolnshire Wolds.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Lincolnshire Wolds Countryside Service for a Project Officer to help conserve, enhance and celebrate the special qualities of the Lincolnshire Wolds National Landscape. The role forms part of a dedicated team working to deliver environmental, heritage, community and landscape enhancement projects across one of England's most treasured protected landscapes.

About the Role

This is a highly varied position offering the opportunity to work at the heart of landscape-scale conservation and community engagement.

You will work with a diverse range of partners including farmers, landowners, community groups, local authorities, charities, volunteers and specialist organisations to develop and deliver projects that provide lasting benefits for nature, climate, heritage and local communities.

The role will involve:

• Developing and managing environmental, access, heritage and community-based projects.
• Working with partners to identify opportunities and secure external funding.
• Supporting project planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Promoting the work of the Lincolnshire Wolds National Landscape through events, communications and engagement activities.
• Helping to review, update and coordinate delivery of the National Landscape Management Plan.
• Contributing to the wider work of the Lincolnshire Wolds Countryside Service and Lincolnshire County Council.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a real contribution to the future management of the Lincolnshire Wolds while working on projects that have tangible benefits for people and place.

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and organised individual who is passionate about the natural environment and committed to collaborative working.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience of developing or delivering projects.
• Strong partnership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Experience of preparing reports, monitoring information and funding-related documentation.
• Knowledge of environmental, countryside, conservation, heritage or rural development issues.

A relevant qualification in environmental, countryside management, geography, ecology, heritage or related discipline would be advantageous, as would experience of working with external funding programmes and community groups. We welcome applications from individuals with environmental, land management or rural development knowledge and experience of working alongside multiple stakeholders.

Why join us?

Working for Lincolnshire County Council offers the chance to be part of an organisation committed to improving communities, supporting the environment and delivering meaningful outcomes for residents and visitors alike.

In return, we offer:

• Flexible and agile working arrangements.
• Access to learning and development opportunities.
• A supportive and experienced team environment.
• Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
• Employee well-being support and staff benefits.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact within a nationally significant landscape.

If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact Stephen Jack via email Stephen.Jack@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Closing date: 25/10/26.

Interviews: TBC.

Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.