Victorian Palm House Engagement Manager
Organisation: The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Salary: Salary £40,112 to £43,542 plus generous holiday entitlement, Civil Service pension and other benefits
Location: Edinburgh
Fixed term to 31 March 2027.
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) is a world leading centre for plant science, conservation and public engagement. We care for remarkable living collections and heritage spaces, using them to inspire curiosity, support wellbeing and deepen understanding of plants and their importance to people and the planet. We are committed to creating welcoming experiences and diverse teams where everyone feels valued and included.
We are looking for a Victorian Palm House Engagement Manager to lead an ambitious programme of events and community engagement within one of RBGE’s most iconic spaces. This role will shape creative, inclusive activity that brings complex stories to life and connects a wide range of audiences with plants, heritage and culture.
You will provide confident leadership to the Palm Houses Engagement Team, overseeing project delivery, budgets, evaluation and funded outcomes. Working collaboratively across RBGE and with external partners, you will ensure all activity aligns with the Interpretation Plan, meets high standards of safety and safeguarding, and removes barriers to participation.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engagement professional who is passionate about access, inclusion and collaboration.
Closing date: Midday (BST) Thursday, 7 May 2026
Interview date: Wednesday, 20 May 2026
For more information including job description, person specification and to apply, please visit our website.
Application Deadline: Thursday 07/05/2026
