NBMP Survey Coordinator


Company:	Bat Conservation Trust
Salary:	£30,135 to £31,674 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	SW8 4BG
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 3 days remote
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	13 Nov 2026
Closing date:	20 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting for someone to fill the role of NBMP Survey Coordinator for 4 days per week, from January 2027 to February 2028, while our Survey Officer is in another maternity cover role during this period. The key purposes of the role are to:

Work with the Monitoring Manager and the Head of Monitoring and Science to manage and administer the National Bat Monitoring Programme (NBMP) on a day-to-day basis to ensure the smooth running of the programme.

Manage two part-time, fixed-term members of the team, the Survey and Training Support Officer and the Volunteer Engagement Officer, and support them in organising our programme of training workshops and engaging audiences from diverse backgrounds.

Provide an efficient service to volunteers taking part in the National Bat Monitoring Programme, through liaison with volunteers, maintenance of the volunteer database, provision of support material for surveys, input of returned data and general project administration.

Essential requirements

• Experience of managing data • Experience of producing high quality reports and/or publications • Experience of managing volunteers • Experience of social media tools such as LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook • GCSE English Language & Maths (A-C / 4-9) or equivalent • Knowledge of bat ecology and UK wildlife conservation • Good standard of written English • Excellent time management skills and the ability to deliver material to tight deadlines • Excellent organisational skills • Ability to work as part of a team • Ability to work using own initiative with minimal supervision • Good attention to detail • Proficient IT skills (MS Office apps incl Teams, file sharing and video meetings) • Adaptability and resilience – to respond positively to changing priorities • Self-aware with a commitment to own continuous learning • Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and is respectful, understanding and sensitive towards other people whatever their perspectives • Able to proactively seek support from peers or line manager when facing challenging situations • A thoughtful, friendly and professional approach when dealing with people • Commitment to wildlife and environmental issues

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