Assistant Farm Adviser

Norfolk FWAG are part of the national FWAG Association (formerly the Farming & Wildlife
Advisory Group) and provide on-farm environmental advice to land managers in Norfolk.

Our members and clients include farmers and landowners, but we also work with statutory
environmental agencies, other conservation organisations and utility companies that enlist our
services in order to positively influence the actions of land managers on the farmed environment.

We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant to join our small team based in Norwich.

**The successful applicant will be able to**:
Demonstrate a good understanding of different farming enterprises and the issues around
protection of soils, water and air.

Lead on digital communications including the productions of electronic newsletters, website
updates and Twitter feed.

Take responsibility for a varied workload and carry out your own administrative tasks.

Enjoy working within our small team, but also be able and happy to work on your own.

Be pro-active in developing project ideas and generating new business.

Key Responsibilities

**The successful applicant will be expected to**:
Work with colleagues and partner organisations to develop, manage and deliver new projects and
initiatives.

Co-ordinate groups of farmers.

Signpost farmers to contractors who can carry out environmental activities on their land.

Assist with securing suitable financial support or voluntary help for activity associated with
our advice.

Organise farm walks and training events.

Manage digital communications and write articles for our newsletters and website.

Attend appropriate training that your line manager deems necessary.

Assist your colleagues and undertake such other duties that Norfolk FWAG require.

Person Specification

A knowledge of arable and livestock systems, agricultural financial support and agricultural
environmental legislation is required.
Good knowledge and understanding of the countryside, especially wildlife, landscape and local
history.
A minimum of 5 GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English at grades A-C and a degree in a relevant
A good knowledge of farmland species and habitats, with the ability to assess the wildlife and
landscape value of different habitats and features and able to make appropriate recommendations
for their management.
A good understanding of the interactions between farm operations (particularly those that have
an impact on soil, water and air) and the natural environment.
The ability to communicate well with farmers, landowners and land managers and the skills to
persuade them to take action.
Excellent report writing skills and attention to detail are essential.

Excellent IT skills and GIS mapping experience.

Terms and conditions of employment

This is a full-time 2 year fixed term position, with a starting salary of £18,000 - £22,000 per
annum dependent upon experience.
Benefits package including Contributory Pension Scheme and Death in Service cover.
One month’s notice period.
37.5 hours per week (full-time). You may be required to work occasional evenings or weekends.
Must hold a current full driving licence and have access to own car.
24 days’ holiday per annum, plus public holidays.

Office location is c/o AF Group, Honingham Thorpe, Colton, Norwich, NR9 5BZ but expected to
travel throughout Norfolk and occasionally further afield. There is flexibility to work from
home if required.

How to apply

FWAG as an Assistant Farm Adviser to Neil Punchard, Managing Director, at

07713 333202 for an informal discussion or more information about the role.

Interviews are likely to be held at our office at Anglia Farmers, but may also involve an
on-farm appraisal if possible. Please note, we are unable to give feedback to applicants unless
invited for interview.