South East Rivers Trust

Lead projects, partnerships & plans to restore rivers and inspire communities. Make a real impact on river health! The Senior Catchment Officer role is at the heart of what we do at the South East Rivers Trust (SERT). You ll lead collaborative, evidence-based action to improve river health, bringing together communities and stakeholders to tackle catchment challenges and deliver nature-based solutions. Working predominantly on the River Stour in Kent, this role combines project leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. You ll: Develop and deliver river restoration, pollution prevention, natural flood management, and citizen science projects. Host and coordinate Catchment Partnerships, ensuring inclusive, effective collaboration. Lead the development of a Catchment Plan for the Stour, shaping priorities for the next five years and linking with strategic decision-making and funding. Secure funding, build project pipelines, and mentor junior colleagues. About you Confident communicator and relationship-builder Strong understanding of river catchment management, ecology, hydrology, or environmental science. Proven experience in project development and delivery, ideally nature-based solutions or citizen science. Skilled in stakeholder engagement and facilitation, from public meetings to strategic discussions. Confident in collecting, analysing, and using environmental data. Track record in fundraising and managing successful environmental projects. Experience mentoring or supervising staff or volunteers. Why join us? At SERT, we re passionate about restoring rivers and inspiring communities. Working here is rewarding, collaborative, and impactful. If you thrive on challenge and want to make a real difference, we d love to hear from you. Interested? Apply now and help us create a healthier, more resilient catchment, see the full job description for more information. Application process Closing date for applications: Sunday 18th January 2026 at 11:59pm. Interviews: w/c Monday 29th January 2026

Are you passionate about improving river health and supporting nature-based solutions? We re looking for an Eden Catchment and Cluster Officer to lead a focused programme of work within the Eden Catchment in Kent. This largely rural area includes towns such as Oxted, Edenbridge, Godstone, and Lingfield, with agricultural land use playing a key role in catchment pressures. In this role, you ll take the lead in understanding environmental challenges, engaging stakeholders, and driving initiatives that improve water quality and slow the flow. You ll also play a vital part in supporting the Eden Valley Farm Cluster , working alongside partners Bore Place and SES Water to deliver nature recovery projects. What you ll do Catchment Review Lead a comprehensive review of the Eden Catchment, combining desk-based research and fieldwork. Identify, map, and prioritise environmental pressures. Explore opportunities for nature-based solutions and partnership funding. Reporting Produce clear reports with findings, recommendations, and progress updates. Deliver regulatory reporting outputs and present evidence to SES Water s Environmental Scrutiny Panel. Stakeholder Engagement Facilitate the Eden Valley Farm Cluster, organising meetings and events. Identify funding opportunities for the Cluster s Nature Recovery Scheme. Build strong relationships with landowners, partners, and stakeholders to support collaborative approaches. About you Strong understanding of catchment management and environmental pressures. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to manage projects, analyse data, and produce clear reports. Experience in partnership working and funding identification is desirable. Why join us? You ll be part of a team working to restore and protect rivers and their catchments. Your work will make a real difference to the health of the Eden Catchment and the communities it supports. Interested? Apply now and help us create a healthier, more resilient catchment, see the full job description for more information. Application process Closing date for applications: Sunday 11th January 2026 at 11:59pm. Interview: w/c 19th January 2026