Northeast Coordinator - Saving Scotland's Red Squirrels
Salary £ 31,143 per annum FTE
Hybrid / Inverdee House, Torry, Aberdeen
Vacancy listed 24/08/2026
Application deadline 13/09/2026
Details
Job reference number: SWT26/05
Status: Full time / Fixed term - until 31st March 2028
Hours: 35 hours per week

Closing date for applications: Sunday 13th September, midnight
Interviews will be held on: 1st October

The Role:
As Northeast Coordinator, you will be at the forefront of an unprecedented conservation initiative: the confirmed eradication of grey squirrels from Aberdeen and the surrounding Shire. This ground-breaking effort will set a precedent as the first eradication of an invasive grey squirrel population on mainland Britain, attracting significant scientific and public interest.

You will work closely with a collaborative project team, partner agencies, and stakeholders, with a focus on confirmation monitoring, biosecurity, partnership working, and long-term programme sustainability.   This is an opportunity to be part of a vital initiative working to protect and promote red squirrel populations, ensuring their sustainable long-term future in our landscapes.

Main objectives:
You will coordinate and oversee the actions required to achieve this ambitious goal, including coordination of the transition through the stages of the Confirmation Phase and into long-term Biosecurity Phase management. This will include supporting monitoring activities, responding appropriately to potential grey squirrel sightings, collaborating with partners and the development and implementation of a transition plan for long term sustainability

Key responsibilities include coordination and oversight of the Northeast team activities including line management, and creating national activity guidance documents to disseminate proven practices and lessons learnt in Northeast.

The successful candidate will have:
  • A relevant degree in ecology (or similar).
  • At least two years’ relevant experience in wildlife ecology or conservation. 
  • Ability to demonstrate strong leadership and staff management skills.
  • Proven experience in developing and managing conservation projects.
  • Expertise in ecological survey design, data collection and analysis.
  • Excellent written communication skills along. 
  • Keen interest in dissemination of best practice through creating supportive guidance documents. 

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 If you would like more information, please email recruitment@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk.

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Benefits

Flexi time/hybrid working
Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and pension schemes
Weekly wellness hour
Generous Sick pay allowance
Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
Training and Development focus

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