About us
The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea, but it’s not limited to launching a lifeboat or providing lifeguards to save lives.
Water Safety contributes to the RNLI’s vision of saving everyone by developing the Water Safety and Lifesaving Plan and working with partners to help influence improved safety, reducing the number of preventable deaths and incidents in local coastal and inland waterway environments.
The Water Safety Adviser is part of a team contributing to the local Water Safety and Lifesaving Plan by engaging with the community and delivering RNLI water safety advice. This role involves identifying local risks and collaborating with partners to deliver targeted interventions.
This role is suited for someone with good communication and people skills, and possibly some experience in public speaking, though a desire to develop these skills is also welcome.
The impact you will make
Contribute to the RNLI’s vision of saving everyone by developing the Community Water Safety and Lifesaving Plan to reduce the number of preventable deaths and incidents in local coastal and inland waterway environments.
What you will be doing
1. Providing RNLI Water Safety advice to members of the public.
2. Actively seeking opportunities to promote targeted RNLI safety messages.
3. Maintaining good relationships with local stakeholders and partners.
4. Attending regular Water Safety meetings.
5. Being involved in other activities as required.
What you need for this role
1. Knowledge/experience of coastal/inland waterway environments and local water-based activities is desirable.
2. Experience in presenting/engaging with members of the public.
3. A passionate and keen interest in improving water safety.
What’s in it for you
1. Join an inclusive and diverse organisation.
2. Have fun, meet new people, and join a motivated and enthusiastic team making a difference.
3. Learn skills and gain experience to enhance your CV.
4. Gain the satisfaction of giving back.
5. Training to fulfil your volunteer role will be provided, and reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed.
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