Deputy assistant Manager

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ACRES West Connacht

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Westport, Ireland

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Company Description

ACRES West Connacht is a targeted agri-environment climate scheme supporting over 10,000 farmers across Galway, Mayo, Sligo, and Roscommon. Using a habitats-based approach, it promotes improved biodiversity, climate action, and better air and water quality. The scheme combines results-based and prescriptive actions within a hybrid payment structure to enhance and maintain farmland's environmental condition. ACRES West Connacht is delivered locally by Wetland Surveys Ireland, along with the Pearl Mussel Project, covering the Northwest Connacht and South Mayo Connemara zones. The initiative began in January 2023 and is set to run for at least five years to provide ongoing local support to participant farmers.


Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Deputy Assistant Manager located in Westport, with some work-from-home flexibility. The Deputy Assistant Manager will support the local team in implementing and monitoring the ACRES scheme. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, coordinating with farmers and stakeholders, facilitating habitat-based actions, managing project deliverables, and ensuring adherence to environmental and agricultural guidelines. The role will involve regular field visits, report preparation, team collaboration, and stakeholder engagement.


Qualifications

  • Project Management and Organizational skills to ensure efficient execution of program objectives.
  • Knowledge of environmental conservation, biodiversity, and agricultural practices relevant to habitat-based approaches.
  • Experience in stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and providing on-the-ground support to participants.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills suited to engaging with diverse stakeholders, including farmers and partner organizations.
  • Attention to detail for report preparation, data analysis, and monitoring program outcomes.
  • Proficiency with standard office and project management software tools.
  • A degree in Environmental Science, Agriculture, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.
  • Experience in ecological fieldwork or conservation projects is a plus.
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally for field visits.