Peatland Project Officer (Fixed-term contract - 2 years and 7 months) Northern England - remote with occasional travel to York or Kendal (driving license required) £28,148 - £32,519 37.hours per week About the Role This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to help reverse the decline of some of the UK’s rarest butterflies and moths by restoring and protecting their peatland habitats. As Peatland Project Officer, you’ll be at the heart of Butterfly Conservation’s mission in the region. You’ll coordinate both butterfly and habitat surveys, lead volunteers, advise landowners, and shape on-the-ground habitat management - with a strong focus on peatland sites Your work will directly support the recovery of species like the the Large Heath, the Green Hairstreak, Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary, Wood Tiger, and Dark Bordered Beauty moth and more. You’ll also develop a role liaising with vital peatland restoration projects and play a central role in a citizen science projects and outreach events, connecting communities with the wonder of Lepidoptera through a variety of projects including public talks, media, and even a “Big, Hairy Caterpillars” campaign! Key Responsibilities Coordinate and carry out species surveys and habitat assessments across restored and natural peatland sites Monitor and assess suitability of habitats for key butterfly and moth species, with a focus on the Large Heath Provide tailored management advice to landowners and stakeholders Collaborate closely with conservation partners across the region Use GIS to map key habitats and produce visual data for project planning Recruit, train, and support volunteers to contribute to vital monitoring and conservation work Deliver engaging presentations and outreach to raise awareness and support for conservation Contribute to reporting, evaluation, and planning alongside the wider Butterfly Conservation team What We’re Looking For A degree in ecology, environmental science, forestry or related field - or equivalent hands-on experience A passionate, knowledgeable field naturalist with strong understanding of butterfly and moth ecology Experience with species monitoring and habitat survey techniques Able to use a range of digital tools including GIS (QGIS), data management software, and virtual platforms (Zoom, Teams) Strong communicator, confident working with volunteers, landowners, and partner organizations A full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across northern England. Why Join Butterfly Conservation? Butterfly Conservation is a UK-wide charity dedicated to saving butterflies, moths, and the environments they depend on. Working with them means being part of a passionate, expert, and collaborative team working on solutions that bring real change to some of our most threatened species and habitats. This role offers you the chance to be part of something bigger — helping to protect our natural heritage while building lasting partnerships with regional nature recovery projects, local communities, upland land managers, and volunteers. Ready to Apply? If you are excited by the prospect of leading meaningful conservation work in one of the UK's most iconic landscapes, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV or contact Marcus Latham at Practicus for more information.