Landscape Observatory Officer; Evidence, Policy and Engagement

The Role

We are looking for an Evidence, Policy & Engagement Officer to support the development and delivery of Landscape Observatory. The Landscape Observatory provides a platform for advancing critical thinking in conservation management by creating high‑resolution AI mapping, monitoring habitats, land use, and cultural heritage features, and using this evidence to manage the impacts of climate change through adaptive management plan practices.

In this role you will contribute to the delivery of the three main work streams – mapping, monitoring and climate‑smart management of protected landscapes.

• Research and policy reviews.
• Develop reports, guidance and communications.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement activities.
• Translate complex evidence into practical information that informs decision‑making.
• Maintain partnerships and support knowledge exchange.
• Ensure the Observatory’s work is accessible, relevant and impactful for a wide range of audiences.

• Experience researching, analysing and communicating complex environmental information to a range of audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and organisational abilities.
• Experience building effective relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Confident working collaboratively across projects.
• Right to work in the UK – no visa sponsorship available.
• Fixed‑term contract of 1 year.
• Start date:
  
  no later than 1 September.

Flexi‑time, a high‑quality defined benefit pension scheme, 26‑31 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase more, volunteering leave, and free parking at most of our offices.

This full‑time role offers flexible working options, including flexible work patterns and hybrid home/office working.

• Care – We care for the Peak District National Park, the people we work with and all those we serve.
• Enjoy – We take pride in what we do and feel good about our contribution.
• Pioneer – We were born of pioneers and will continue to explore opportunities to inspire future generations.

The Peak District National Park Authority is committed to equal opportunities. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. We are a “Disability Confident” employer and have committed to offering an interview to a proportionate number of applicants who declare a disability, if they meet the minimum criteria for the job.