Location
Battersea

Hours
Part Time - 30 hours per week

Salary
£29,000 - £33,000 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience

About the Role
The Bat Conservation Trust (BCT) is the foremost non-governmental organisation dedicated to bat conservation and habitat protection. We are looking for a Bat Groups Officer to join us on a part-time, permanent basis. This role involves regular travel across England and occasional travel to Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man. You will support bat groups, facilitate formal relationships with BCT, and promote effective communication across the sector. Your responsibilities will include leading the Partner Group network, managing programmes of work, organising events, overseeing budgets, and line managing the Wales Bat Groups Officer. You will also maintain annual MOUs, organise Partner Group meetings, manage the Partner Group Support Fund, and produce bat group bulletins.

Benefits
25 days' annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service (pro rata)
Flexible working arrangements, including a hybrid working policy
Defined contributory pension scheme with 4% employer contribution
Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support and counselling
Time off for volunteering opportunities
Learning and development opportunities, including funding for personal growth
Occupational sick pay
Eye Care Vouchers
Cycle to Work scheme
Travel season ticket loans
Interest free IT finance loans
Free parking at our Battersea office (subject to availability)

Experience
At least two years’ experience working in the wildlife sector with volunteers
Experience managing programmes of work
Experience developing and/or delivering training to a range of audiences
Experience using web content management systems
Experience managing budgets and writing reports
Project development and project management experience
Good knowledge of bat ecology and conservation, including practical experience
A full, valid driving licence

About you
You are a passionate conservation professional who enjoys supporting and connecting with a national network of volunteers dedicated to protecting bats and their habitats. You thrive in a flexible, part-time role that allows you to travel and build meaningful relationships.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are listed, but relevant experience in conservation and project management is essential.