Conservation Officer
Turn plans for wildlife and habitats into practical conservation action.
Explore our conservation sector guides
Start with the bigger picture. Our sector guides bring together the purpose of each area of conservation, the work happening within it and the people and skills it needs. Explore the roles, routes into the sector and useful training, so you can understand where your interests and experience could make a difference before deciding on your next step.
Carbon, Climate & Energy
Wildlife Conservation
Ecology
Environmental Education
Environmental Management
Food, Farming & Horticulture
Marine Conservation
Policy & Campaigning
Rivers, Water & Hydrology
Sustainability
Sustainable Transport
Explore our conservation career guides
Get to know the career behind the job title. Our career guides explain what the work looks like day to day, the skills and experience employers look for, and the different ways to get started. With practical advice on qualifications, gaining experience, salaries and progression, they help you compare your options, spot the gaps you want to work on and build a clearer plan for the career you want.
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Ecologist
Survey species and habitats, and use evidence to protect nature.
Ranger
Care for wild places and help people connect with nature.
Marine Biologist
Understand ocean life and help protect our marine ecosystems.
Project Manager
Bring people, plans and resources together to deliver conservation projects.
Environmental Educator
Inspire people to understand, enjoy and care for the natural world.
Fundraising Officer
Build support and secure funding to make conservation work possible.
Sustainability Consultant
Help organisations reduce their impact and make more sustainable choices.