Senior Programme Lead (Bird Atlas)

Senior Programme Lead (Bird Atlas) Thetford, Norfolk Full time, fixed term (3 year post) £45,435 per annum + 11% employer pension contribution The BTO is seeking a Senior Programme Lead to lead the three-year development phase of Bird Atlas 2027–31, playing a pivotal role in coordinating cross-functional teams and engaging with key stakeholders to develop a clear plan for the rollout of the Atlas. This position requires strong leadership, project management skills, and experience in managing large-scale volunteer-driven projects. This new role will be pivotal to the success of the project, overseeing the planning, resourcing and development of all key aspects. The postholder will be expected to draw on approaches and learning from previous atlases and similar projects and assess new opportunities to help craft an Atlas that will deliver impact for birds and engage diverse volunteer observers. They will work with key internal and external stakeholders to develop the strategic objectives, deliverables and milestones which will be tracked through a comprehensive delivery plan. They will identify the resource requirements and, working closely with colleagues, develop a compelling case for support and associated marketing collateral that will help to secure significant investment from funders, partners and participants. The role will identify key risks that could delay delivery and propose mitigation strategies. The postholder will be expected to report on development progress to BTO Board, staff and other stakeholders, ensuring that everything is in place prior to the start of the Atlas. This role will focus almost entirely on the development of the Atlas but there will be opportunities for some low-level involvement in other projects. This position is based at our HQ in Thetford, Norfolk, although you will be able to work from home part of the time on a hybrid working regime (40% from home and 60% office based). Flexible start and finish times can also be accommodated to ensure a good work-life balance. WHAT WE OFFER £45,435 per annum Annual leave entitlement on starting is 25 days plus bank holidays (pro rata if part time). Paid ‘journey days’ (up to 2 days) to staff who travel on holiday by land or sea instead of flying. Life assurance (four times salary) 11% employer pension contribution Employee Assistance Programme offering help and advice to staff and their families on matters related to bereavement, wellbeing, finances, relationships, family and more. This includes a number of free counselling sessions if they are needed. Enhanced sick pay Enhanced Family leave- Maternity, Adoption, and Shared Parental Leave, 12 weeks at full pay. Paternity and Partner leave, 4 weeks at full pay. Retail discounts Cycling friendly employer- gold accredited Cycle to work scheme- spread the cost of purchasing a new bike and save money Discounts on: BTO books, Bird care from Vine House Farm (10% discount on orders placed on the website) and Opticron (30% off) Free access to BTO training courses Flexible working- A combination of home and office working and flexible start and finish times (where this meets business needs) Free eye tests and a contribution of £49 towards prescription glasses for VDU use only. Free car parking Effective job evaluation policy that recognises where staff increase their level of responsibility over time Coaching and mentoring scheme Staff groups and forums- First Aiders and mental health first aiders, Coaching and mentoring, Diversity working, Sustainability and Natural Working, Becoming Inclusive, and our staff group creating a positive and welcoming culture to work in. Commitment to creating an inclusive environment Commitment to sustainability Closing date for receipt of applications is 23:59 on Sunday 19th January

and Interviews will be held in Thetford on Friday 7th February. If you have any questions, please contact Dawn Balmer (dawn.balmer@bto.org). If you have a disability or long-term illness that otherwise prevents you from meeting any of the essential criteria, please contact us to discuss whether a reasonable adjustment could be made. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the vacancy. We recognise that candidates from minority ethnic groups are under-represented in our organisation, and that there are often additional barriers present for people from these groups when applying for roles in the charity sector and beyond. We are committed to taking positive action to expand the diversity of our staff team, and if you meet the essential criteria for a role and are from a minority ethnic background, you’ll be guaranteed a first stage interview.

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