Programme Officer Nature Recovery
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
06/08/2026
Advert End Date:
07/09/2026 23:59
Salary:
N6 £32,597 to £35,412 per annum (Pay award pending). Please note it is North East MSA policy to appoint at the starting point of the salary band.
Job Category:
Policy/ Research
Employment Location:
The Lumen, St James' Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne, various ‘spoke’ offices throughout the North East and remote working arrangements.
Further Information
Make a difference for nature in the North East.
Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and passionate about making a positive impact? We're looking for a Programme Officer (Nature Recovery) to support the planning, delivery and reporting of projects that help restore nature across the North East.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has excellent organisational skills and a keen eye for detail.
- Is confident collecting, analysing and presenting information.
- Enjoys working with partners from a range of sectors.
- Is passionate about creating lasting benefits for people, places and wildlife.
In this role, you will:
- Support the planning and delivery of nature recovery programmes and projects.
- Help track progress, manage information and report on outcomes.
Join us and help create a greener, more resilient North East for generations to come.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, communities and experiences. We support flexible working and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented including women, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.
If you are organised, collaborative, detail-oriented and motivated by delivering successful projects that make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.
If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact Ross Lowrie, ross.lowrie@northeast-ca.gov.uk .
Closing date for applications: 7 September 2026 at 23:59.
It is anticipated that interviews will take place during the week commencing 28th September 2026.
For further information about the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority please visit our website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk.
This recruitment is being administered by Durham County Council on behalf of the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority.