Job ID: 312954

Programme Assistant, Business & Nature

Fauna & Flora

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom

Apply by: 31 Aug 2026

Relevant Sectors

Administration, Management, Finance/Accounting, Procurement

Environment, Climate, Energy, Water, Sanitation

Private Sector, Social Enterprise, Corporate Social Responsibility

Fauna & Flora is looking for a motivated and organised Programme Assistant to support the work of its Business & Nature team, including helping to coordinate projects, partnerships, meetings, events and day-to-day programme operations.

This position presents an exceptional opportunity to join a team working closely with leading global businesses and other partners to help turn nature commitments into real impact on the ground. The postholder will support a wide range of projects and activities across different geographies and sectors including mining, renewable energy, food and agriculture, and tourism, and will have the chance to build knowledge and experience of how businesses engage with nature and sustainability, and how conservation organisations work with companies to address nature loss.

A collaborative and dynamic team player, the successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail and a willingness to get involved in a variety of tasks. They will enjoy working with colleagues from different disciplines and countries, and will be comfortable managing several responsibilities at once.

In return, Fauna & Flora offers the chance to work for an established organisation at the forefront of global conservation, with generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance, life insurance and salary exchange schemes. Offices are based in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge.

Salary: £25,495 per annum. Contract period: Permanent. Start date: As soon as possible.

Closing date: 2026-08-31

HOW TO APPLY:
Please download the job application pack from the vacancy page (https://www.fauna-flora.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ff_2026_programme_assistant_business_nature_application_pack.pdf) for further details on how to apply. The closing date for applications is Monday, 31 August 2026. This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.
https://www.fauna-flora.org/about/career/programme-assistant-business-nature/