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Local Nature Recovery Strategy Project Officer
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Local Nature Recovery Strategy Project Officer

Cumbria
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Closes 3 August 2026 35 hours per week

Overview

Cumbria Local Nature Partnership are seeking a motivated and collaborative Project Officer to play a central role in delivering action for nature across Cumbria. This is an exciting opportunity to help make Cumbria’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) a reality, supporting organisations and individuals to deliver for nature and communities. The Project Officer will work closely with a wide range of partners to coordinate activity, build networks, and develop resources that enable the delivery of nature recovery priorities. A key part of the role is supporting the transition from strategy development to practical implementation, embedding the LNRS across organisations, partnerships, and sectors.

Cumbria Local Nature Partnership

Local Nature Recovery Strategy Project Officer

Key responsibilities

At a glance

  • Support delivery of Cumbria’s LNRS by coordinating actions, partnerships, and projects
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across sectors
  • Facilitate collaboration between partner organisations and delivery groups
  • Develop tools, resources, and networks that enable effective implementation of nature recovery actions
  • Act as a key link between Westmorland & Furness Council (LNRS responsible authority) and CLNP
  • Contribute to a ‘virtual team’ working across multiple organisations and locations
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