Introduction to the Cotswolds National Landscape

The Cotswolds National Landscape is the operating name for the Cotswolds Conservation Board, an independent organisation comprising 37 Board members nominated by the local authorities, parish councils and the Secretary of State, Defra. A small team are employed, based at offices in Gloucestershire, and supported by an extensive voluntary warden network. Funding for the Board’s main budgets is provided through contributions from local authorities and Defra.

The Cotswolds National Landscape is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and it is the largest of 38AONBs in England and Wales, covering 790 sq.miles (2038 sq. kms). It was originally designated in 1966 and then extended in area in 1990.

Overall purpose of the role

To lead the Caring for the Cotswolds grant scheme. The scheme provides small grants to organisations that are delivering positive outcomes for nature, communities and climate. The role holder will work closely with grant applicants to support them through the grants process. They will also work with and co-create opportunities for young people to be part of the scheme.

For more information, please see downloads. To apply, please email your CV and supporting statement to join-us@publicagroup.uk. For an informal conversation about this role please call James Webb, Partnerships Lead, on
07815 195 610.