Work with Tree Aid
Looking for a fulfilling new job? Join our team and you can work with us to tackle poverty and the effects of the climate crisis.
Tree Aid works in partnership with communities to grow and protect trees so people can live from them for years to come. To do that, we need experienced and committed people who share our values.
Why work at Tree Aid?
Everyone in our team plays a role in tackling poverty and the effects of the climate crisis in the drylands of Africa. Once recruited, we aim to support our people to succeed in their roles and grow both personally and professionally.
Our aim is to build a team who can work together to successfully deliver our strategy and be driven by our values.
Our approach to recruitment
We recruit with openness and transparency. We employ people on the basis of their ability to carry out the role being recruited for.
We ensure that no applicant receives less favourable treatment than any other on the grounds of disability, gender, race, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, caring responsibilities or hours of work.
What we offer
We benchmark our salaries using independent surveys to ensure they are fair and competitive. All our people have 33 days of annual leave (including public holidays), rising to 38 days with length of employment. We provide a generous pension scheme in the UK, contributing up to 6% of salary. We offer enhanced maternity pay and are open to discuss flexible working options.
We provide all our people with the skills and opportunities to grow and realise their potential. We support a variety of formal and informal learning opportunities for staff, including time-off to attend training and assistance with training costs.
Current vacancies
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. See our current vacancies below.
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International vacancies
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Job title: Head of Programme Implementation/West Africa
Reporting to: Regional Director of West Africa
Direct reports: Regional Monitoring and evaluation Coordinator
Objectives: Ensure successful delivery of Tree Aid’s West Africa Programme, building strong relationships with Country Programme Managers, strategic partners and managing and supervising and procurement quality
Location: Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso with Competences in all Tree Aid West Africa Countries
Type of contract: Determine 1 year renewable subject to performance and fund availability
Closing date: April 30th 2025
The West Africa Head of Programme Implementation is a key member of the West Africa Senior Management Team and along with the Regional Director of West Africa, the Head of Finance & Resources, the Head of Programme Design.
Main tasks:
1- Programme delivery Leadership
2- Programme delivery
3- Partnerships and Projects Management
4- Performance Management
Diplomas and experience:
- Graduate degree (Master / Engineer) in the fields of forest, agronomy, agroforestry, environment and rural development;
- Minimum of 7 years experience in managing programs and people at a senior level in a similar/related role;
- Previous experience in management, preferably in the area of rural livelihoods and food security, within an international NGO.
- Expertise in rural business development - value chains, credit, co-op/farmer association development, etc.
Knowledge and skills:
- University level training in Agriculture/Agribusiness/Livelihoods/Rural Development, project management, development studies or any other related field;
- Very good understanding and practical experience of agriculture, forestry, food and nutrition security and related activities;
- Very good understanding and practical experience of project cycle management, monitoring, evaluation and high level reporting;
- Knowledge of partnership dynamics and experience in a role directly involved in the organizational capacity of local partners/institutions;
- Experience of program development and proposal writing;
- Knowledge of the NGO sector in West Africa;
- Good teamwork; able to work closely with a small team with minimal direct supervision ;
- Ability and willingness to travel to remote areas of Burkina Faso, Ghana, Niger, Sénégal and Mali as well as other countries in Africa ;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Proven skills in training and capacity building
- Ability to work on your own initiative
- A flexible and adaptable approach to work
- Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to contribute to a small team environment
- Have a perfect command of French and an advanced level in English.
- Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and other related software packages.
Closing date: April 30th 2025 at 16:00 GMT
The full job description and individual specifications can be downloaded from www.treeaid.org by clicking on the links below:
- Job description and person specifications
How to apply:
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria of the person’s specifications to tawa.recruitment@treeaid.org
Our approach to recruitment:
We recruit openly and transparently and employ people according to their ability to assume the position for which they are recruited. We ensure that no applicant receives less favourable treatment because of disability, gender, race, religion or creed, age, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status or family responsibilities outside of work hours. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Tree Aid is committed to protecting individuals within its programs from exploitation and abuse and is a signatory to the “Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.” The incumbent of the position will be required to sign the Tree Aid Safeguard Policy and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies.
UK vacancies
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Title: Group Finance Officer
Location: Office (Bristol, UK) at least 1 day each week, option to work remotely for remaining days.
Contract type: Permanent contract
Hours: Full time, 35 hours a week
Salary: £32k + competitive holiday +pension
Closing date: 18th April 2025
About Tree Aid:
Tree Aid works with people in the drylands of Africa to tackle poverty and the effects of the climate crisis by growing trees and restoring and protecting land. As part of the Great Green Wall movement, we work where trees are needed most, where temperatures are soaring, and fertile land is vanishing at a terrifying rate. Our pioneering approach has been developed over 36 years of operating. We believe in empowering local communities with the tools and training they need to restore and maintain their environment.
About the role:
The Group Finance Officer plays a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial records and internal controls within a growing international development charity. Based in Bristol, you will work closely with overseas teams across the Sahel to maintain robust financial management, support the development of financial systems, and enhance reporting and procedures. Your expertise will contribute to strengthening financial oversight and efficiency, enabling the organisation to deliver transformational change for vulnerable communities living on the front lines of the climate crisis.
Main duties:
Working within the Finance team, the Group Finance Officer’s role will include working continuously as part of a large, dynamic team to:
- Provide ongoing financial support to all overseas teams expanding across the Sahel, including Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Ghana, Ethiopia & Senegal.
- Ensure continuing integrity of Tree Aid’s financial records and internal controls.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of financial systems, reports and procedures.
- Conducting Internal Audits of our overseas offices.
Key Requirements:
- Educated to degree level (or equivalent)
- Working (or considering working) towards a professional accounting qualification such as ACA, CIMA, or ACCA.
- Strong Excel skills
- Strong organisational skills
- Ability to report and monitor financial data
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills that allow you to build effective relationships across teams and cultures
Desirable:
- Basic French (or willing to learn)
- Experience in international development
- Experience analysing and preparing budgets
- Experience producing or review bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Benefits:
Optional benefits of working at Tree Aid include:
- A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 2% and we will contribute 6%)
- 33 days holiday (inc bank holidays) +1 more day per year up to 38 holiday days
- Flexible, hybrid working
- Quarterly social events
- Opportunity to take free weekly French lessons to support communication with our colleagues in West Africa
Key documents:
- Group Finance Officer Job Description and person specification
How to apply: To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement setting out how you meet the person specification to recruitment@treeaid.org
Our approach to recruitment:
We recruit with openness and transparency. We employ people on the basis of their ability to carry out the role being recruited for. We ensure that no applicant receives less favourable treatment than any other on the grounds of disability, gender, race, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, caring responsibilities or hours of work.
Our Values
- We stand together and respect the people we work for and with
- We are bold, ambitious and determined
- We are professional. We work effectively and efficiently to a high standard and are experts in our field
- We have integrity. We are honest, transparent and accountable
- We are always learning. We review and adapt to maximise our impact for the people we are helping
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Title: Fundraising Assistant
Location: Office (Bristol, UK) at least 4 days each week, option to work remotely for 1 day
Contract type: Permanent contract
Hours: Full time, 35 hours a week
Salary: £26,397+ competitive holiday + pension
Application deadline: Wednesday 23rd April 9 am
Interviews: Week commencing 28th April
About Tree Aid:
Tree Aid works with people in the drylands of Africa to tackle poverty and the effects of the climate crisis by growing trees and restoring and protecting land. We work where trees are needed most, where temperatures are soaring, and fertile land is vanishing at a terrifying rate. Our pioneering approach has been developed over 38 years of operating. We believe in empowering local communities with the tools and training they need to restore and maintain their environment
About the role:
Join our dynamic Fundraising team at Tree Aid in Bristol! As a Fundraising Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our fundraising efforts across individual giving, corporate partnerships, high-value donors, and trusts. Your responsibilities will include managing donor correspondence, processing donations, and assisting with fundraising campaigns. You'll work closely with various team members to deliver engaging communications and cultivate new supporters. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to our mission of transforming lives and landscapes in the drylands of Africa.
Main duties:
Working with the Fundraising team, the Fundraising Assistant’s role will include:
- Providing vital administrative support to the whole Fundraising team.
- Assisting with the cultivation and engagement of new Tree Aid supporters and corporate partners.
- Supporting the creation of engaging communications for supporters and corporate partners.
- Providing a warm and welcoming experience for current, new and potential supporters who make enquiries by telephone, email and post.
- Processing online, postal and phone donations and maintaining accurate records on the database.
About you:
Are you passionate about making a difference and eager to kickstart your career in fundraising? Or perhaps you're already in a similar role and looking for a new challenge? If so, we want to hear from you!
A background in customer care is essential, as you will be providing a warm and welcoming experience for supporters. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, strong IT proficiency, and the ability to multitask.
You should have a genuine interest in fundraising and a desire to learn more about the sector. Experience in maintaining CRM databases and handling donor correspondence will be advantageous.
Above all, you will be inspired by Tree Aid’s mission to work with communities in the drylands of Africa to tackle poverty and the effects of the climate crisis.
Benefits:
Optional benefits of working at Tree Aid include:
- A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 2% and we will contribute 6%)
- 33 days holiday (inc bank holidays) +1 more day per year up to 38 holiday days
- Quarterly social events
- Opportunity to take free weekly French lessons to support communication with our colleagues in West Africa
Key documents:
- Fundraising Assistant description and person specification
How to apply: To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement setting out how you meet the person specification to recruitment@treeaid.org
Our approach to recruitment:
We recruit with openness and transparency. We employ people on the basis of their ability to carry out the role being recruited for. We ensure that no applicant receives less favourable treatment than any other on the grounds of disability, gender, race, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, caring responsibilities or hours of work.
Our Values
- We stand together and respect the people we work for and with
- We are bold, ambitious and determined
- We are professional. We work effectively and efficiently to a high standard and are experts in our field
- We have integrity. We are honest, transparent and accountable
- We are always learning. We review and adapt to maximise our impact for the people we are helping
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Title: Finance and Administration Assistant
Location: Office (Bristol, UK) at least 2 day each week, option to work remotely for remaining days.
Contract type: Permanent contract
Hours: Full time, 35 hours a week
Salary: £26,397 + competitive holiday + pension
Closing date: 9th May 2024
About Tree Aid:
Tree Aid works with people in the drylands of Africa to tackle poverty and the effects of the climate crisis by growing trees and restoring and protecting land. As part of the Great Green Wall movement, we work where trees are needed most, where temperatures are soaring, and fertile land is vanishing fast. Our pioneering approach has been developed over 36 years of operating. We believe in empowering local communities with the tools and training they need to restore and maintain their environment.
About the role:
The Finance & Administration Assistant plays a key role in supporting the organisation handling tasks such as preparing journals, reconciling income and balance sheets, managing expenses, coordinating office supplies, supporting audits, and assisting with travel logistics. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual looking to gain hands-on experience in charity finance and operations.
Main duties:
The aim of this role is to support all areas of administration for the finance and resources team as well as some support in operations and to the CEO
This includes:
- To support all areas of administration for the finance and resources team
- To ensure that appropriate office supplies and equipment are available, well maintained and that the office space is effectively used and well run.
- To support the Fundraising & Operations team with the income database, procurement and travel administration.
- To support all areas of administration for the CEO.
Full training will be provided.
Key Requirements:
- Educated to degree level (or equivalent)
- Strong Excel skills
- Strong organisational skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills that allow you to build effective relationships across teams and cultures
Benefits:
Optional benefits of working at Tree Aid include:
- A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 2% and we will contribute 6%)
- 33 days holiday (inc bank holidays) +1 more day per year up to 38 holiday days
- Flexible, hybrid working
- Quarterly social events
- Opportunity to take free weekly French lessons to support communication with our colleagues in West Africa
Key documents:
- Finance & Administration Assistant Job Description and person specification
How to apply: To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement setting out how you meet the person specification to recruitment@treeaid.org
Our approach to recruitment:
We recruit with openness and transparency. We employ people on the basis of their ability to carry out the role being recruited for. We ensure that no applicant receives less favourable treatment than any other on the grounds of disability, gender, race, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, caring responsibilities or hours of work.
Our Values
- We stand together and respect the people we work for and with
- We are bold, ambitious and determined
- We are professional. We work effectively and efficiently to a high standard and are experts in our field
- We have integrity. We are honest, transparent and accountable
- We are always learning. We review and adapt to maximise our impact for the people we are helping
Our commitment to safeguarding
Tree Aid is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse. We have specific policies on this commitment, including standards of behaviour and whistleblowing. These policies outline the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, volunteers and other organisational representatives.
Any candidate offered a job with Tree Aid will be expected to sign our safeguarding policy and agree to comply with our procedures. Some roles require DBS checks/police vetting.
Tree Aid's Values
- We stand together and respect the people we work for and with
- We are bold, ambitious and determined
- We are professional. We work effectively and efficiently to a high standard and are experts in our field
- We have integrity. We are honest, transparent and accountable
- We are always learning. We review and adapt to maximise our impact for the people we are helping
