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1. JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title:Wilder Nottingham OfficerGroup/ Team:People and NatureWorking Base:NWT Head Office (The Old Ragged School, Brook Street, Nottingham)Responsible to:Head of People and NatureOverall Purpose :of JobThe Wildlife Trusts are working to facilitate nature’s recovery across thenature reserves we care for and within the communities we workalongside. We know that if nature is to be restored at scale, we needmany more people on nature’s side.Nextdoor Nature will see thousands of people across the UK empoweredto lead action for wildlife within their communities, reclaiming and creatingnew green spaces for nature in rural and urban places on their doorstep.We are looking for a talented community organiser to work withNottinghamshire Wildlife Trust and National Lottery Heritage Fund on thistransformative partnership project enabling communities to help reversethe nature and climate emergencies.You will nurture and empower communities across Nottingham to helpthemselves through a series of facilitated and sustainable activities,leading to a ripple effect of people taking action for nature and the climate.:MainResponsibilities Scope, develop and facilitate work within identified communities.This will involve overseeing community liaisons, maintaining stronglinks with community leaders and champions and enablingcommunity leaders to share learning and experiences which promoteself-supporting, peer-led networks.Page 1 of 6Wilder Nottingham Officer – V1 April 2022
Support the empowerment of under-served and disconnected groupswithin their local communities, including young people, working withthem to enhance community cohesion and collaborative working. Support communities to develop, enabling project growth andtraining opportunities through both local and national resources. Champion the #TeamWilder approach, sharing skills, experience,knowledge and learning about community organising throughout thewhole Wildlife Trusts movement. Work with other team members to ensure there are clear routes forcommunity enquiries within the Trust and act as a key point of contactfor new and existing community links and representatives. Support monitoring, reporting and evaluation activity as required. Promote both local and national campaigns through communitynetworks, liaising with communications contacts to maximise theirreach and impact. Build positive relationships between the Trust and other similarcommunity-based organisations to support objectives, reach widerand more diverse audiences, and promote effective partnershipworking. Help launch a resource bank to enable community action resourcesharing across the movement by working with your team, otherWildlife Trusts and relevant partners to collect and collate anysuccessful resources Develop positive relationships with other organisations who aredelivering community engagement activity in the area, (environmentalNGOs, Local Authority practitioners, voluntary sector infrastructurebodies etc.).Page 2 of 6Wilder Nottingham Officer – V1 April 2022
2. JOB SPECIFICATIONLine managementand supervision: This post has no direct line management responsibilityResponsible for leading, managing, supporting and motivating volunteersWhere required, responsible for directing and supervising the work ofcontractors, sessional staff and work placementsResponsibility,budgets andresources: Responsible for risk assessing and monitoring activity to be carried outby directly-supervised volunteersContribute to the management of a delegated project budgetResponsible for the purchase and maintenance of resources to supportdelivery of the Nextdoor Nature projectIdentifying and securing additional funding to support communityinitiatives, working with the Supporter Journey teamMonitoring, reporting and evaluating against project and Trust targetsEnsure that all activities are carried out in in line with NottinghamshireWildlife Trust’s policies and procedures e.g. Health & Safety, Safeguarding,GDPRMaintain records of contacts, champions and volunteers via ThankQ (CRMsystem) Work complexity Understanding of communities across Nottingham, particularlyunderserved communities and those facing multiple levels ofdeprivation including access to natural greenspaceBuilding and maintaining strong and sustainable relationships with andbetween identified communities, supporting underserved anddisconnected groups to enhance community cohesion and collaborativeworkingFacilitate community development, enabling project growth andcapacity building including working with young peopleSupport the development of a peer to peer network for local championsand activists to share success and provide mutual supportUtilising behaviour change principles to enable communities to takepositive steps towards pro-environmental behaviourPage 3 of 6Wilder Nottingham Officer – V1 April 2022
Decision making,creativity andinnovation People, contactsandrepresentation Workingconditions Champion a new way of working with local communities, including youngpeople, to inspire and enable self-led actionCreate and deliver training and resources to support communitychampions to inspire others to take action for nature and the climateEncourage creative use of digital communication channels to championcommunity successes and extend our reach into new audiencesProvide stories and content for use across Trust communicationchannels, using information gathered through monitoring andevaluation of activityIdentify, listen to and build relationships with community leaders todevelop support and capacity-building activities for local activistsDevelop positive relationships with other organisations supportingactivity within identified communities to maximise opportunities forpartnership working and resource sharingChampion inclusion and diversity across all aspects of workRespond to interest from individuals and groups to take action,signposting them to opportunities and resourcesCollaborate with other organisations and Wildlife Trusts to source andshare training and resourcesWork with the People and Nature team and across the Trust,demonstrating cooperative and collaborative workingBuild links with the UK-wide Wildlife Trust movement, including othercommunity organising roles to share best practice, build professionalsupport networks and maximise knowledgeAssist with promotion of the Trust’s work across a variety of mediaBe an ambassador for Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, responsible forupholding the Trust’s reputation, image and level of service, thankingmembers for their support and inspiring others to consider supporting theTrustFull Time (37.5 hours per week)2 year fixed term contractThe role will be based at the Trust’s head office in Nottingham (SneintonMarket). Occasional travel across the county and infrequent travel acrossthe country will be required.Work flexible hours according to the needs of the communities that arebeing engaged, for which Time Off in Lieu will be grantedYou will be required to undertake relevant trainingUndertake other related work commensurate to this position from timeto time as directedPage 4 of 6Wilder Nottingham Officer – V1 April 2022
3. PERSON SPECIFICATIONJob Title: Wilder Nottingham OfficerTeam: People and NatureEssential DesirableKnowledgeAn understanding of the principles and practices that underpin effectivecommunity organisingAn understanding of the health & safety, safeguarding and welfare requirementsof working with communities and volunteersAn understanding of the barriers to community involvement and how they may beovercomeUnderstanding of inclusion and issues relating to voice and influence Accredited Qualification in Community Organising or Community Development Knowledge of practical actions communities can take to benefit nature, the climateand associated health and wellbeingAn understanding of behaviour change science and practice, ideally in relation tothe natural environmentExperience Working with community members to enable changeDeveloping positive relationships with community volunteers and championsDeveloping and supporting community activities and projects Collaborative working, including with voluntary and community groups Working to targets, recording / monitoring activity and reporting against outputsand outcomesTraining and capacity building, including the creation of resources / toolkitsWorking with people of all ages from underserved communities Using digital communication channels to build audiences and encourageparticipation Page 5 of 6Wilder Nottingham Officer – V1 April 2022
SkillsAbility to work with a diverse range of people and groups from differentbackgrounds.Excellent organisational skills, and ability to prioritise and manage a variedworkloadConfident communicator, able to inspire and enthuse a wide range of audiencesAbility to listen, absorb and allow effective conversationAn excellent team builder/player, but also able to work on own initiative & with ahigh degree of autonomyHigh level of IT competence & working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. First Aid certificatePersonal qualitiesPassion & enthusiasm for work with communities, for inclusion and forwildlife/conservationIntegrity and commitment – honest, with a strong work ethic and a realcommitment to the values and aspirations of Nottinghamshire Wildlife TrustWarm and approachable with the ability to establish trust and build strongrelationships with diverse audiencesKnowledge of and commitment to equal opportunitiesFlexible and adaptable, responding to changing prioritiesAble to travel independently to sites across the county Page 6 of 6Wilder Nottingham Officer – V1 April 2022
Page 1 of 6 Wilder Nottingham Officer - V1 April 2022 Job Title : Wilder Nottingham Officer Group/ Team : People and Nature Working Base : NWT Head Office (The Old Ragged School, Brook Street, Nottingham) Responsible to : Head of People and Nature Overall Purpose of Job : The Wildlife Trusts are working to facilitate nature's recovery across the
