Would you like a unique job in the charity sector where you can make a real and tangible difference for nature? Does a job that combines ensuring that the interests of nature are addressed in the planning process with cutting edge environmental policy development appeal to you? Senior Conservation Planner
Reference: MAY20240336
Location: Flexible in UK
Salary: £38,389.00 - £41,212.00 per annum
Hours: ...
Food & Beverage Manager
Ref:MAY20240925
Location: Pulborough Brooks
Salary: £26,379.00 - £28,319.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual LeaveThis is aPermanent role for 37.5 hoursper week.What is it like to work here?RSPB Pulborough Brooks is one of the most important sites for nature in Sussex. The cafe has beautiful views across to the South Downs and is set in...
Are you looking for a fulfilling career in Fundraising? The Level 3 Fundraiser Apprenticeship is a new and exciting route into the world of fundraising and the RSPB are delighted to be on the lookout for an apprentice to join our dynamic fundraising team. This opportunity is only available in England. Level 3 Fundraiser Apprentice - England Reference:APR20249517 Location:Flexible in England Salary:£23,401.00 - £24,890.00 Per Annum Benefits:Pension, Life Assurance, 26 days annual leave The training you will undertake from this 13-month course coupled with the RSPB induction programme and on-the-job learning will provide you with the skills, behaviours, and knowledge to identify, build and maintain relationships to raise financial (such as funds) and non-financial support (such as raising awareness) for the RSPB. About the RSPB The RSPB is the country's largest nature conservation charity, inspiring everyone to give nature a home. Together with our partners, we protect threatened birds and wildlife so that our towns, coast and countryside will once again teem with life. About the Role Did you know that one-third of the RSPB's income comes from memberships? Our members are the backbone of our work, providing essential support through their generous donations which helps us in our efforts to give nature the home it deserves. Through your studies/coaching and mentorship you will learn to engage in meaningful conversations to highlight the benefits of becoming an RSPB member and showcase how their contributions make a significant impact on our conservation efforts. The role will involve working 3 out of 4 weekends. Responsibilities: Each day you will travel to different venues in your RSPB van, set up an attractive fundraising stand, and spend the day actively engaging with members of the public, spreading awareness about our conservation efforts and generating new RSPB memberships via direct debits. You will attend regular meetings with your Area Manager and regional Teams and either virtually or on occasions in person. You will undertake your course virtually. You will have 6 hours per week dedicated to study, which would be in addition to your development day where you will undertake training and development to further support you in your role. Benefits: Comprehensive training provided both by the RSPB and the training providers - The course is designed to fit around your professional commitments, while providing you with a supportive one-to-one coaching relationship normally reserved for senior executives. - Your Professional Development Expert will work with you over 13 months to support you to complete the Diploma. They are your own personal coach! Company van with fuel and parking costs covered. Competitive salary of between £24,890.00 and £26,720.00 once training is completed. 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) Employee Assistance Program. We believe that fostering employee wellbeing is good for our employees and for the RSPB. We actively engage with our workforce on wellbeing and offer an employee assistance program offering confidential counselling and advice. Upon completion you will be awarded a Level 3 Apprenticeship Certificate in Fundraising. You will also have opportunity to meet other apprentices, learn about ethical fundraising, learn what motivates people to donate, understand how storytelling works in fundraising, gain understanding on how to build rapport and trust. Your apprenticeship course and working with our existing fundraisers will help you develop the necessary skills in how to fundraise successfully. Requirements: Driver's license valid for use in the UK. Willingness to work 3 out of 4 weekends. Ability to work outdoors and independently - One day you could be outside a store on the Highstreets, the next at one of our reserves. Wherever you will be working for the day you will have 4 weeks notice in advance. Initially you will be teamed up with a buddy but eventually you will work alone. GCSC (English and Math's) - preferable. If not, you will be expected to do an additional functional skills element to your apprenticeship. Additional Information We can offer 4 and 5 working day contacts. Opportunities currently available in Oxford, Hampshire and Lancashire/Cumbria. More locations to be confirmed. Course Launch date - 18th of September 2024 We will need you to apply straight way and in the interim you will undertake the RSPB training and induction, meet the team, and get all that you need before you start your course. Closing date:23:59, Sunday 26th May 2024 Please note:We are actively recruiting- interviews will be conducted as soon as applications come in. We reserve the right to close this advert at any time! Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. 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 natures side. You will be required to upload a CV and complete a short application form. Please include a cover letter on the same document as your CV explaining why you are interested in this opportunity. No agencies please. JBRP1_UKTJ
Are you looking for a fulfilling career in Fundraising? The Level 3 Fundraiser Apprenticeship is a new and exciting route into the world of fundraising and the RSPB are delighted to be on the lookout for an apprentice to join our dynamic fundraising team. This opportunity is only available in England.Level 3 Fundraiser Apprentice - England
Reference:APR20249517
Location:Flexible in England
Salary:£23...
Would you like a unique job in the charity sector where you can make a real and tangible difference for nature? Does a job that combines ensuring that the interests of nature are addressed in the planning process with cutting edge environmental policy development appeal to you? Senior Conservation Planner Reference: MAY20240336 Location: Flexible in UK Salary: £38,389.00 - £41,212.00 per annum Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week, although other working patterns will be considered. Contract: Permanent Benefits: Contributory Pension Scheme, Payment of Professional Subscription Fees, Paid Volunteer Day with charity of your choice, Sabbatical opportunities. About the Role Were looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Edinburgh based planning team, which is part of our policy and advocacy department. We aim to influence policy in a way that protects and enhances our natural environment. This includes through the planning and other consenting processes and through marine and terrestrial policy development, in Scotland and the UK. RSPB Scotland is involved biodiversity enhancement, marine and terrestrial spatial planning, on and offshore wind development, and associated habitat protection, focussing on the need to halt biodiversity decline, restore our environment and deliver upon our climate aspirations. Working closely with colleagues across RSPB Scotland, and the rest of the UK, the post involves scrutinising and responding to large scale and high-profile development proposals, primarily (but not exclusively) offshore. The job requires close liaison with RSPB science and area based conservation officers. Youll help to shape marine conservation policy in Scotland and the UK, feeding in, for example, to statutory marine planning processes such as the production of Scotlands National Marine Plan 2, and to wider policy development on strategic compensation. This is a crucial time for nature, and this is a great opportunity to gain skills and knowledge in a rapidly changing planning policy and development landscape. Benefits: 34 days annual leave (including BH, which can be worked if desired to get time back) Life Assurance scheme - 5 x yearly salary Pension matched up to 7% contribution Sabbatical opportunity every 5 years - up to 4 weeks with a RSPB-approved scheme Confidential assistance programme with a qualified counsellor Annual employee volunteer day - get paid to volunteer with a charity of your choosing Essentials: Degree or postgraduate qualification in an environmental or planning-related subject. Chartered member of Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) or other equivalent (e.g. CIEEM), or working towards chartered membership, or willing to undertake further education leading to chartered membership. Good knowledge, or ability to quickly assimilate knowledge of the planning process and / or other regulatory processes and their relevance to site conservation, e.g. Environmental Impact Assessment, Habitats Regulations Assessment, Strategic Environmental Assessment. Good knowledge, or ability to quickly assimilate knowledge of environmental issues and policy, ecology and biology of key species and habitats, and principles of biodiversity enhancement. Able to analyse complex issues in a fast-paced environment. Able to act independently to generate and lead on policy positions and project development at a senior level of influence. Good time management and organisational skills, ability to prioritise, and to manage projects effectively. Good negotiating and influencing skills (to, for example, advocate RSPB positions to key decision makers and negotiate common positions with partners). Good written and verbal communication skills (to, for example, ensure that consultation/casework responses are professional and persuasive, and to engage in debates/discussions in a professional and persuasive manner). Confident and capable of being a public face for the RSPB where required. Competent use of Microsoft Office. Additional Information There will be a need to be present in the RSPB Edinburgh office on a periodic basis, to attend meetings in central Scotland, as well as to attend occasional meetings elsewhere in the UK. Closing date: 23:59, Sunday, 26th May 2024 We are looking to conduct interviews for this position on either Tuesday 11th or Wednesday 12th June 2024. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV, and compete and application form where you will be able to to include evidence which shows how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. If you wish to provide a cover letter with your application, please include this at the end of your CV document upload. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 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 natures side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. We reserve the right to close this advert at any time. No agencies please. JBRP1_UKTJ
