Conservation and Volunteers Coordinator
Short term zero hours contract on a freelance basis approx 5-6hrs/week (flexible) @£20/hr for 100 weeks
This Heritage Lottery funded post will play a significant role in ensuring the success of this project.
Job Description:
This post is based at Naturezones. It is an important role aimed at developing a sustainable field study and visitors centre. Responsibilities include maintaining access to the centre and nature reserve for visitors with the help of volunteers. The right applicant will work in accordance with the land management plan, including tasks such as keeping woodland paths clear of fallen trees and branches, managing meadows, and handling any necessary repairs to footbridges and seating, as well as installing interpretation materials.
The successful applicant will also keep grass short in specific areas, develop new habitat projects with volunteer assistance, and teach conservation skills to volunteers.
The tasks will be wide and varied, covering the general care and improvement of the nature reserve and its habitats, the plant centre, demonstration gardens, and general tool care. The candidate will be responsible for recruiting and training volunteers through various means and will need to attend relevant meetings to promote Naturezones.
The post is not limited to the tasks listed above.
Essential Tasks
The successful applicant will possess:
* A friendly and approachable disposition while engaging with community groups and the general public.
* Evaluation and planning skills, including the ability to record case studies, as evaluation will be important for reporting to the Heritage Lottery.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to build successful partnerships.
* Flexibility and strong time management abilities.
* Commitment to, passion for, and belief in the organisation's aims.
* Initiative, creativity, and good forward-thinking.
* The ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively.
Further Useful Skills
* Enthusiasm for raising awareness about the importance of protecting and enhancing natural habitats.
* Ability to encourage and promote connections with nature to engage volunteers, possibly through nature walks, nature watching, photography, etc.
* Experience working sympathetically with people of all ages, from children to seniors.
Responsibilities
The Volunteer and Conservation Manager will report to the Project Manager. The successful applicant will have an up-to-date DBS or agree to undergo a DBS check.
NOTE: As duties and responsibilities change, this job description will be revised and amended in consultation with the post holder. This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within the post at various times. Therefore, the post holder will be expected to carry out any other duties that are within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager.
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