CMAP Biosecurity and Community Engagement Officer - Rathlin (Fixed-Term) Reference : AUG20259418 Location : Rathlin Island Salary : £27,123.00 - £28,956.00 Per Annum Duration : Fixed Term for30 months Hours : Full Time Benefits : Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave Do you want your work to make a lasting difference for nature? Are you passionate about seabird conservation and ready to take on a role with real impact? Were seeking a Biosecurity and Community Engagement Officer to join an ambitious programme dedicated to safeguarding Northern Irelands internationally important seabird populations, while sharing best practice across the island of Ireland. In this exciting role, you will: Lead practical conservation work to restore and protect islands managed for breeding seabirds, ensuring these habitats remain secure and resilient. Work with local communities and stakeholders, building strong partnerships that inspire people to value and protect seabirds. Champion awareness and collaboration, supporting the long-term recovery of kittiwakes and other species that depend on healthy coastal habitats. This is your opportunity to combine hands-on conservation with community engagement, making a tangible contribution to the future of seabirds across Ireland. Funded by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), the Coastal Monitoring and Adaptation Planning (CMAP) project is a €9.6M cross-border initiative, led by Ulster University. CMAP will enable communities, stakeholders and decision-makers to better understand and adapt to the challenges of coastal change driven by climate change. About the Role As a Project Officer, you will: Support effective project governance, ensuring activities are delivered on time and to standard. Deliver agreed project outputs and objectives in line with the project plan. Work collaboratively with staff, partners, contractors and volunteers. Produce accurate project documentation and contribute to project reporting. Lead and support communications activities - from community events and workshops to media engagement and written materials. Coordinate and contribute to meetings, providing updates to the Project Manager and project board. Identify and raise project risks and issues, supporting solutions. Assist in budget management and project reviews. About You Were looking for a proactive, collaborative and well-organised individual who can bring enthusiasm and commitment to this unique role. You will have: At least 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English. Knowledge of project management theory and practice. Strong IT skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, Outlook). Relevant skills and/or experience aligned to seabird conservation and community engagement. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to inspire, influence and build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Experience of working in project teams and coordinating with diverse partners. Confidence in organising and delivering events, workshops or facilitated discussions. Strong writing skills, with experience producing newsletters, reports or other communications. Experience in supporting and managing volunteers. The RSPB reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term. Closing date: 23:59, Fri, 19th Sep 2025 We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 30th September 2025. As part of this application process, you will be asked to complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on natures side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.