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Senior Project Officer
Location: Port Sunlight River Park, Wirral, Merseyside
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £24,024 per annum
The Conservation Volunteers connects people and green spaces to deliver lasting outcomes for both.
About the role
TCV are managing agents for the The Land Trust site Port Sunlight River Park. TCV are currently seeking to recruit a Senior Project Officer, predominantly to manage day to day operations at the park, and also deliver other TCV activities across Cheshire and Merseyside as needed. Duties will include:
- Delivering the management plan for Port Sunlight River Park and Courthouse Woods with support from TCV staff and volunteers, including recruiting volunteers and running practical conservation activities
- Managing the running of the Heritage Centre within the park
- Supporting partner charity Autism Together to run the park café
- Building relationships with local organisations to enhance the park and it's activities
- Liaising with The Land Trust and completing report writing duties
- Secure additional funding to add value to the park and report to funders
The successful applicant will have had at least two years of experience of working in the environment sector or similar. They will be able to demonstrate an understanding of a range of practical conservation tasks, experience in supervising groups of people, which may include vulnerable adults and people with learning difficulties. They will have knowledge of the relationship between volunteering, the natural environment and wellbeing. They will also have an ability to communicate effectively with people with varying abilities as well as children, together with personal qualities of resourcefulness and flexibility.
The ideal candidate will be proactive and resourceful, possessing a problem-solving mindset and the ability to take initiative in overcoming challenges. Adaptability is key, as the candidate must be able to work both independently and as part of a team, adjusting to various working environments and conditions. A strong passion for conservation and the environment is essential, alongside the ability to think creatively and innovatively, bringing fresh ideas and a proactive approach. The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, excelling in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If you would like to discuss your requirements further please contact the People Team via recruitment@tcv.org.uk or by telephone on 01302 388883 . We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.
A full, clean or near clean UK driving licence is required for this post, which has been held for a minimum of one year.
A bit more about us
We are The Conservation Volunteers.
Our vision is Healthier, Happier Communities for Everyone. We believe that green spaces are an essential part of healthy, happy communities.
Our mission is To Connect People and Green Spaces to Deliver Lasting Outcomes for Both.
The opportunity to connect to nature on your doorstep and contribute to its protection should be available to everyone.
The outcomes of our work:
Environment: Green spaces are created, protected and improved, for nature and for people.
Communities: Communities are stronger, working together to improve the places where people live and tackle the issues that matter to them.
Health & Wellbeing: People improve their physical and mental health & wellbeing, by being outdoors, active and connected with others.
Learning & Skills: People improve their confidence, skills and prospects, through learning inspired by the outdoors.
Join in, feel good.
How to apply
You can download an application form in Adobe Acrobat format or Word format and you can view the recruitment pack for this post.
Alternatively you can request an application pack via email
Completed applications forms must be returned to Andrew Brookfield by email by 16/09/2024.
Closing date for completed applications is Midnight on 16/09/2024
Please note
Interviews will be held on 27 September 2024 at Port Sunlight River Park
Occasionally, we receive a large number of responses to our advertisements.
If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date (16/09/2024), please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Benefits
There are a wide range of benefits on offer at TCV.
Health and wellbeing
We want the experience of working for TCV to be a positive one, and to have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of our employees. We will strive to create an environment where our people are physically and emotionally supported to enable them to give their best and be well people.
Always happy to talk about flexible working
We support employees to work flexibly in different ways in both formal and informal flexible working arrangements. We don't promise we can offer you what you want, but we are always happy to talk about flexible working. In the interview process we'll discuss this more with you.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Criminal Record Check
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
As this post requires a Criminal Record Check, please view TCV's Ex-Offender Policy.
Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and all employees are required to act in such a way that always safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults. Familiarisation with, and adherence to, the organisational Safeguarding policies and procedures is an essential requirement of all employees, as is participation in related mandatory training.
Right to Work in the UK checks
Regardless of your nationality, you will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK during our recruitment process. Should you be successful in proceeding to the interview stage, you will required to bring your documents with you for checking and copying.
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