What’s the role about? Located off the coast of Northumberland, Coquet Island is a vibrant seabird reserve and a sanctuary for the UK’s only breeding Roseate Terns. It also serves as an important nesting site for Puffins and Common, Sandwich, and Arctic Terns. As a dedicated wildlife sanctuary, Coquet Island isn’t open to the public. However, the surrounding area attracts many visitors each year, providing a fantastic opportunity to share the incredible conservation work happening on the island and inspire new RSPB members. Please include a cover letter on the same document as your CV as you will only be able to upload one document. What we’re looking for: The ideal candidate will live within 20 miles of Amble. Fundraising experience isn’t necessary—we’ll provide full training While in-depth knowledge of UK wildlife isn’t essential, you’ll need: Drivers License valid for use in the UK A passion for conservation and protecting nature. Strong communication skills and an engaging personality. The ability to tell compelling stories and inspire others. Resilience and a results-driven mindset and the motivation to work toward targets. Whether your background is in hospitality, customer service, sales, sustainability, conservation, campaigning, fundraising, business development, retail, or volunteering, it’s your transferable skills that matter most. This is a rewarding and enjoyable role where your primary goal is to engage and inspire. What’s in it for you? Join a team that’s making a real difference and inspiring people to protect nature This role allows you to channel your passion while contributing to vital conservation work. Here’s what we offer: • Flexible contracts: choose between 3, 4, or 5 days per week (7.5 hours per day on-site). • A set salary—no commission-based work. • 34 days’ annual leave (including eight bank holidays, pro-rata). • Full training and a comprehensive induction to support your success. Additional Information Please note that in order to be considered for this position you will be asked to upload a CV and complete a short online application form. For any role/application enquires please contact: jenny.kingrspb.org.uk This is a fixed-term position for 7 Months (the exact duration of the post can be negotiated). The RSPB reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term. The closing date for this vacancy is 9th February 2025. Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK to be offered an employment contract. Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes attached to the top of this advert.