Senior Conservation Officer (Supporting Atlantic Territories Invertebrate Conservation Project)

Senior Conservation Officer (Supporting Atlantic Territories Invertebrate Conservation project)

Full-time (5 days / 37.5 hours per week)
Until 31st March 2027
Location: UK home based or Buglife office in Cardiff, Peterborough, Plymouth or Stirling

About the Job:

Are you passionate about safeguarding invertebrates and eager to lay the groundwork for future
conservation efforts in the UK Overseas Territories? If you dream of making a genuine
difference in protecting the extraordinary endemic and native invertebrates that call these
Territories home, we have an unparalleled opportunity for you to join Buglife and spearhead our
work to save globally threatened wildlife!

As the Senior Conservation Officer, you will play an instrumental role in coordinating and
successfully delivering the Supporting Atlantic Territories Invertebrate Conservation project.
In collaboration with local partners on Anguilla, Ascension Island, Bermuda, and the Falkland
Islands, you will contribute to enhancing our understanding of their invertebrate species by
supporting surveys and pinpointing crucial sites for their conservation. You will be at the
forefront of identifying and designating Important Invertebrate Areas to ensure the long-term
survival of these fascinating creatures and the restoration of their vital native ecosystems.

You will be the driving force behind building strong partnerships and fostering collaboration
with experts and our UKOT partners. Together, you will work towards improving invertebrate
knowledge, skills, and capacity on the Territories while advocating for positive outcomes for
these incredible species. This is a unique opportunity to engage in international collaboration
and knowledge exchange, working hand in hand with those who share our passion for invertebrate
conservation.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a talent for building relationships and
inspiring action for invertebrates. The ideal candidate will have exceptional project
management skills, the ability to manage complex budgets, and a deep commitment to our mission.
If you are excited about the chance to make a tangible impact on the conservation of these
unique species and their habitats, we encourage you to apply and join the Buglife team in this
vital conservation work.

A full job description is available on our website.

About Buglife:

Buglife is at the forefront of invertebrate conservation, working tirelessly to prevent the
extinction of these vital creatures and the habitats they depend on. This is a truly exciting
time to join Buglife as we embark on a new, bold strategy to protect invertebrates.

At Buglife, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being,
work-life balance, and personal growth, including:

• 23 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and a paid Christmas shutdown
• Flexible working options
• Supportive and empowering culture
• Investment in learning and development
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential counselling and support
• Thrive Mental Health Wellbeing App
• Wellbeing Wednesday – a paid half-day off monthly
• EV salary sacrifice scheme for eco-friendly commuting

Join Buglife and be part of a passionate team dedicated to saving the small things that run the
world!

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 5th June
Date for online interviews: Tuesday 11th or Thursday 13th June