Rivers Project Officer

Rivers Project OfficerLocation: Colne Valley Park Visitor Centre, Denham, Nr. UxbridgeContract: PermanentSalary: £28,000, rising to £29,500 upon successful completion of probation periodHours: 37.5 hours per weekThis charity is looking for an enthusiastic Rivers Project Officer to deliver a variety of river enhancement, monitoring and citizen science-based community engagement across the Colne Catchment.Summary of role: This is an exciting opportunity for someone who''s passionate about healthy rivers, skilled in ecological monitoring, and keen to bring people together to care for their local environment. The Rivers Project Officer will deliver river enhancement monitoring, and community engagement initiatives across the Colne Catchment - a landscape that stretches from internationally rare chalk rivers to the gravel pits and reservoirs of the Colne Valley Regional Park. This unique catchment supports remarkable wildlife, offers diverse recreational opportunities, and plays a vital role in public water supply.Key responsibilities include:Gathering and analysing environmental data to inform action and solve catchment challenges.Monitoring water quality, riverfly populations, and physical habitats.Organising citizen science and hands-on conservation activities with local communities.Inspiring awareness, stewardship, and practical enhancement of local watercourses.The charity''s office in the middle of a country park right next to a chalk stream is a special place to work!The ..... full job details .....