Senior Conservation Officer, Northern Ireland

Salary: £18,673.09 (£37,346.17 FTE)
Contract: Part-time (2.5 days / 18.75 hours per week). Fixed term until June 2027
Location: Hybrid (Belfast or homebased), with occasional travel across the UK

About the job

We’re looking for an experienced conservationist with passion for Northern Ireland’s unique wildlife. As our Senior Conservation Officer for Northern Ireland, you will play a crucial role in expanding our impact and influence by forging new partnerships and overseeing the delivery of our charitable aims and objectives. You’ll have the chance to lead the development of our freshwater projects and pollinator conservation programmes, spearhead our efforts to prevent the extinction of the UK’s most threatened species, and create opportunities for people from all walks of life to connect with the wonders of the natural world.

You will be a voice for invertebrates, influencing decision-makers and building partnerships to support nature’s recovery. You will manage a small team of Conservation Officers and be a spokesperson in Northern Ireland. The role is managed by our Scotland and Northern Ireland Manager, and is supported by Finance, Administration, Advocacy, and Fundraising & Communications teams.

We are looking for a talented individual with exceptional people skills and a knack for identifying opportunities to expand our impact. With an opportunity to be based at our office in Belfast or work from home, you will have the opportunity to travel around Northern Ireland, and occasionally to our offices in Stirling and Peterborough.

Why Buglife?

The Benefits

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata);
• Flexible remote working with travel only when needed;
• Wellbeing Wednesday – a paid half-day off on the last Wednesday of every month;
• Employee Assistance Programme and Spark health and wellbeing app;
• Life assurance from day one;
• A supportive culture where we invest in your development;
• The chance to genuinely shape how we work.

The Mission
Buglife is the only organisation in Europe dedicated to saving all invertebrates. From bees to beetles, jellyfish to jumping spiders – we’re working to prevent extinctions and protect the small creatures that keep ecosystems functioning.

We’ve been going since 2000, we have staff across the UK, and we’re at an exciting point in our development with a new strategy to scale our impact. This role will help build the foundations for that growth whilst ensuring we’re inclusive and well-governed as we get there.

How to Apply

Download the Senior Conservation Officer, Northern Ireland Recruitment Pack here.

Please submit your CV along with a covering letter via the from below or by emailing recruitment@buglife.org.uk.

Your covering letter doesn’t need to be lengthy or formal, explain why you’re interested in this role and outline any relevant experience you can bring.

Closing date: Tuesday 21 April 2026
Interviews:  Thursday 30 April 2026

Buglife values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities, and we recruit based on skills, experience, and qualifications. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process, just let us know.

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