Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and GIS Officer

JOB TITLE	Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and GIS Officer
BASED	The Tree Council HQ in Canada Water, London SE16 with flexible working from a home with easy connections to the whole of England (the majority of the team is remote working across the UK). To include regular days out on sites across the UK with
SALARY	occasional overnight stays. £30,000 - £34,000 per annum
PENSION	7% contribution by The Tree Council
TERMS	Full-ime, fixed-term role to March 2028, starting immediately / asap, with 25 days annual leave, plus Public Holidays and the
REPORTING TO	Operations Lead (to be confirmed)
INTERNAL LIAISON	Wider S&R Team, Community Grants Team, National Schools
EXTERNAL LIAISON	Programme Team, Development Team Research Partners Defra, Forest Research, Fera Science, Network Rail, tree grant

It is a vital moment for the environment as we face the dual nature and climate crises and the world has become increasingly aware of the important role trees play in helping tackle climate change. Longer-term tree establishment is just as important as tree planting and to maximise this, The Tree Council’s Science & Research (S&R) team is exploring how many of the trees we plant with our partners are thriving into maturity and the different factors that impact on this.

Our tree survival research spans a number of Tree Council science and community grant programmes. To help deliver the research, meet different contractual obligations and sustain the future of UK trees, we are recruiting a new, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and GIS Officer.

The M&E and GIS Officer will play a key role in supporting the Science & Research team by coordinating and undertaking fieldwork, collecting and analysing ecological sociological and tree (health and distribution) data, and producing high-quality quantitative and spatial outputs. This role is ideal for someone with a background in

tree assessment, environmental monitoring, and applied research, who has strong analytical skills, plus experience working with GIS and statistical software.

We are looking for someone who is used to being hands-on in a small team, with high standards, in a fast-paced environment. Communication, a warm and enthusiastic attitude and attention to detail are key. Above all, you should be keen to use your strong analytical skills to support The Tree Council’s S&R and Community Grants Teams to deliver their objectives.

You will have minimum two years’ experience in a relevant field and you will be based at our nine-desk office, in a Grade 2 listed building at Canada Water in East London, with considerable flexibility for working from home. The role will include regular travel across the UK, with occasional overnight stays.

The role is varied, giving the post-holder opportunity for desk-based work alongside fieldwork, and the opportunity to support at our regular corporate volunteering days.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Information Gathering, Fieldwork Coordination & Delivery

Coordinate field visits by others across several projects, including scheduling and managing contractors visiting tree-planting sites for monitoring activities. This will include managing surveys, handling personal and other data appropriately and liaising with partner organisations.

Conduct field visits yourself (especially during the summer) to assess and record tree health and survival metrics and relevant contextual factors, liaising with tree recipients where necessary.

• Provide guidance to help improve the current field data gathering processes to create new standard methods and practices within the organisation.

• Ensure accurate, consistent data collection following established protocols.

Data & Statistical Analysis

• Analyse and visualise monitoring data using statistical software such as RStudio or Python.

Produce descriptive statistics, regression models, spatial analyses, and clear data-driven reports.

Support wider S&R projects with analytical tasks ranging from basic summaries to advanced statistical techniques (e.g., regression modelling, power analysis, parametric and non-parametric tests).

• Familiarity with Bayesian methods is beneficial but not required.

GIS & Spatial Analysis

• Map field sites, manage spatial datasets, and conduct spatial analyses using ArcGIS or similar GIS platforms.

• Support the development of spatial data collection tools (e.g., ArcGIS Survey123) and maintain accurate geospatial records.

Team & Organisational Support

Contribute to broader Science & Research team activities as needed, including reviewing grant applications in September/October with the community grants team.

• Support the community grants team to develop their data gathering processes

Support wider organisational events such as corporate volunteer days, research workshops, and public engagement activities.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

E= Essential D=Desirable	Criteria *
Qualifications
• Educated to degree level orrelevant experience	E
Experience and Skills
Strong knowledge and experience of tree identification and tree healthand tree survival indicators, or related ecological concepts	E
● Experience using GIS software for mapping and spatial analysis	E
・Experience using ArcGIs and Survey123	E
Advanced knowledge of excel, with a focus on the use formulae andpivot tables.		D
● Experience coordinating teams and logistically challenging projects	E
Experience working on monitoring and evaluation projects, ideall inenvironmental or ecological contexts.		D
Advanced quantitative research skils, including:o Spatial analysiso Regression modellingo Descriptive statisticsData visualisationReporting and interpretation of results	E	D
Qualitative research skils (e.g., interviews, thematic analysis)		D
Demonstrable interest in and enthusiasm for trees, nature, biodiversityand the ability to'champion' the cause	E
● Highly proficient in office IT systems with good knowledge of all Ms Officeprogrammes including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, with Canvaand Cognito an advantage.	E
Possess strong organisational skils, often working to tight deadlines, witha calm and confident manner	E
Able to prioritise a heavy workload, multi-task and perform effectivelyunder pressure with excellent attention to detail	E
Ability and willingness to travel (own or access to vehicle) to sitesdistributed throughout the UK.	E
Confident building relationships at every level with a variety ofstakeholders	E
Discretion and abiity to handle confidential matters	E
Self-motivated, high-energy and proactive with a 'can do' attitude anda tendency to smile rather than frown	E
Wilingness to "muck in" and be hands-on, with both routine and lessscheduled tasks	E
Able to use initiative and anticipate potential "'sticking points"- goodintuition and confidence to flag up potential issues early		D

Tree Council Attitudes:

• Naturally warm and enthusiastic

• Diplomatic and collaborative, builds positive relationships quickly

• High professional standards

• Approachable, with the gravitas to be listened to seriously

Highly practical and resourceful problem solver

Can-do, self-starter

• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

The Tree Council team works in a collegiate way, delivering projects together. As a result, there is regular cross-over and collaboration.

THE TREE COUNCIL - WHO WE ARE

The Tree Council is a charity and umbrella body bringing everyone together with a shared mission to care for trees and our planet’s future. We inspire and empower organisations, government, communities and individuals with the knowledge and tools to create positive, lasting change at a national and local level.

We inspire people to plant and care for trees – the trees in your city street, your local park or school playground, in orchards and hedgerows and rural pastures around the UK. (Other charities focus on forests and larger woodlands.)

Our work includes:

Support for a network of volunteer Tree Wardens who help plant and establish trees in communities across England, Scotland and Wales.

An annual community programme, which connects people with trees and the natural world, including ‘National Hedgerow Week’ in May and ‘National Tree Week’ at the end of November.

A community grants programme that helps local authorities, NGOs, schools and other community groups fulfil their vision to plant and care for trees, orchards and hedgerows.

Science and social research programme in partnership with Defra, Forestry Commission, Fera Science and top UK universities.

National Schools and Young Tree Champions programmes, encouraging young people to speak up for trees and the environment and become a #ForceForNature

As ‘critical friend’ to Network Rail, we advise on vegetation management along 20,000 miles of railway corridors and deliver community planting programmes for Network Rail

Partnership with our 120 Member organisations including other charities such as the Woodland Trust and Trees for Cities; academic partners such as Reading, Newcastle and Strathclyde Universities; and generous corporate supporters.

YOUR APPLICATION

If you wish to apply, please provide a CV (maximum 2 pages A4) and cover letter (maximum 2 sides A4) outlining your experience, skills and personal attributes that demonstrate your ability to perform this role.

Please submit your application by midnight on Sunday 28 June 2026. Interviews will be held on 2 July. The contract will begin in August (subject to availability and references).

Acceptable Use - Artificial Intelligence (AI) We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications - for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, personal writing can often convey enthusiasm, energy and character better than AI so please bear this in mind when writing your letter. During interviews, candidates will be expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools.

Pre-employment checks for the successful candidate will include:

DBS check

Two professional references

Verification of ‘Right to Work in the UK’

The Tree Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation.