Head of Natural Science

 Recruiter:                                Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Location:                                 Worcester

Salary:                                     £ 57,114 - £ 65,740

Posted:                                     July 07, 2021

Closing date:                           July 12, 2021

Ref:                                           128734

Industry:                                  Environment, Built environment, Environmental management, Policy,                                                       legislation and strategy, Government and policy, Central government,                                                       Policy, Science, General

Position level:                         Senior management

Hours:                                       Full time 

Contract:                                  Permanent

Listing type:                            Vacancy position

Head of Natural Science:

The Office for Environmental Protection (EPO) will be the cornerstone of our environmental governance system now that we have left the EU. As a new public body, our role is to promote the protection of the environment and improve the natural environment. Join us at the beginning of our journey and you will be critical to our success as we tackle the most pressing issues of our time, from climate change to biodiversity loss.

Reporting to our senior leadership and knowledge manager, you will oversee the natural science components of a legal report that responds to the government's annual report on the 25-year Environmental Plan. This plan establishes the commitment that this is the first generation to leave the environment in a better state than the one in which we inherited. It includes goals to improve air and water quality and the protection of many threatened plants, trees, and wildlife species.

Their role will be to provide natural science expertise and oversee the implementation of the plan. It will determine progress to date and advise on ways to improve. You will write compelling narratives and write high-quality reports, as well as lead and inspire a team.

We are looking for a proactive entrepreneur, with excellent analytical skills. You will be able to work collaboratively with stakeholders to build lasting relationships and demonstrate how analysis can improve policymaking. You will need a 2: 1-grade level qualification and, ideally, a graduate qualification in a natural science subject. Experience in writing technical reports and excellent leadership skills are also essential.

The SO, P will be a non-departmental public body (NDPB) sponsored by Defra. This means that it will operate independently of Defra and will not be part of the UK civil service.

If you have any questions, please email us.

Defra values ​​equality and diversity in employment. We are committed to being an organization in which justice and equal opportunity are fundamental to the focus on business and labor relations, and where the organizational culture reflects and supports these values. At Defra, you have the right to a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, and victimization regardless of your race, ethnic or national origin, age, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, working hours, union. union affiliation or activity.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the job specification are guaranteed an interview.

Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday, July 12, 2021

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