Salary: £32,999.56 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: UK-based, with flexible working (occasional travel required)
About the Role
We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Digital Officer to help ensure our website is engaging, effective, and working hard to support our conservation mission. Sitting within the Fundraising and Communications team, you’ll lead on the day-to-day management and development of the Buglife website, helping to grow membership, increase donations, and share our impact with supporters.
You’ll work closely with colleagues across the organisation to gather content, improve user experience, and ensure our digital platforms reflect the importance and urgency of our work. You’ll also play a key role in developing and maintaining a high-quality, searchable photo library.
What You’ll Do (but not limited to):
- Manage and develop the Buglife website using WordPress
- Create, edit, and update engaging web content
- Improve website SEO and accessibility
- Monitor and report on website performance using Google Analytics
- Manage the interface between the website and CRM system (Donorfy)
- Establish and maintain a usable and well-organised photo library
- Work with colleagues and external contractors on digital projects
- Deputise for the Senior Communications Officer when required
About You
You are a passionate and driven digital professional who understands the power of strong online platforms in supporting nature conservation. Combining technical expertise with creativity and clear storytelling, you use digital channels to engage audiences, grow membership, and inspire action.
Motivated and adaptable, you thrive on improving website performance, user experience, and online impact through effective content, SEO, analytics, and visual storytelling. A confident communicator and organised self-starter, you work well independently and collaboratively, managing priorities with care and clarity.
Purpose-driven and curious, you are motivated by the opportunity to use your digital skills to champion invertebrates and help Buglife’s mission reach and inspire more people.
About Buglife
Buglife is the only organisation in the UK dedicated to the conservation of all invertebrates. Invertebrates are essential to healthy ecosystems, yet many are in serious decline. We work to halt these losses and inspire people to take action for the small but mighty species that keep our world alive.
Why Work With Us?
- Flexible working arrangements
- A friendly, supportive, and values-driven team
- The chance to make a meaningful difference for nature
- Opportunities to develop your skills and experience
Some evening or weekend work and occasional travel may be required.
How to Apply
Download the Digital Officer 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: Sunday 1 February 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 9 February 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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Main image Credit: Grayling Butterfly (Hipparchia semele) © Iain H Leach