Advertised from 30 June 2025

Role

Borders Forest Trust (BFT) was established in 1996 as a woodland conservation charity, with the aim of restoring the ecological balance of the South of Scotland, by bringing native woodlands and their associated natural habitats back to the area.  

BFT now owns over 3,500 hecatres of land across Southern Scotland. Working with hundreds of dedicated volunteers, we have set about restoring natural habitats on our land and to date have planted over 2 million native trees.

Objectives of the Post

The new post of BFT’s Communications and Membership Officer provides a rewarding and varied range of challenges. 

You will be part of a small and enthusiastic team and will be contributing directly to enabling the restoration of native woodlands and reviving woodland culture. The role will predominantly involve indoor work, requiring someone with a mix of skills - especially exceptional organisational, and interpersonal skills.

The post will play a key role in raising awareness about Bjorders Forest Trust and engaging people in our mission of ecological restoration across the southern uplands, as well as community engagement across the Borders and beyond. 

This role involves managing BFT’s digital presence, developing engaging content, and coordinating communications strategies to reach as many people as possible and inspire donations, membership, as well as volunteer support. 

The role also includes support of the membership function of the organisation, the management of our CRM database (Donorfy) and close working with the Finance Manager and Development Manager to ensure a high quality member experience on behalf of BFT.

Application notes

How to Apply

Please submit your CV, cover letter, and any examples of previous communications or social media work which you consider relevant to recruitment@bordersforesttrust.org by midnight on Sunday 20th July. It is expected that interviews will be held on Tuesday 29th July at the BFT offices near Ancrum.

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