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Project Officer
Location: Tree Nursery Cultra, Northern Ireland
Salary: £22,751.40
Hours: 35 per week (full time)
Contract Type: Permanent
Apply by 31st March 2025
About the role
TCV's native Tree Nursery based at Cultra, is a prime example of how TCV enable local people to connect with nature whilst preserving the genetic heritage of native Ulster provenance trees. Our Tree Nursery is unique and very special, as it encapsulates all the processes to grow our own indigenous tree stock by hand; seed collecting, processing, stratifying, sowing, lining out and finally planting in their forever home.
We are seeking an individual with a passion for the conservation of our native trees, with confidence in a range of practical skills, and a lively interest in biodiversity and environmental themes. Experience of working with and leading volunteers from a range of ages, backgrounds and abilities is a strong advantage.
Your role will be hands-on planning and coordinating our busy programme of volunteering task days, confidently leading volunteers in all aspects of growing native trees from seed. You will be physically capable to complete practical on-site work for up to 5 hours at a time, including loading and un-loading tools. The majority of your time will be based at our Tree Nursery, Cultra, with seasonal working at certified seed collection sites N.Ireland wide during July to October.
You will work in our Tree Nursery Team, linking to our wider Belfast Team as required. As this is an entry level position, you do not have to have prior experience of all the listed responsibilities. You will receive a full induction and on the job training from our experienced Senior Project Officers.
At TCV, we're unwavering in our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. We firmly believe that everyone deserves a connection to nature. Collaborating with your team, you'll champion the creation of secure and inviting spaces for individuals who confront obstacles to accessing green environments. This is especially pertinent for those who stand to gain the most. Your efforts will ensure that our initiatives remain pertinent and accessible to the diverse communities we serve.
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 driving licence is required as the post holder has use of a company vehicle
This post is subject to an enhanced ACCESS NI check.
A full, clean or near clean UK driving licence is required for this post, which has been held for a minimum of one year.
To fulfil the role, you must be resident in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
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.
Please take a moment to view the recruitment pack.
It's important to demonstrate that you meet the criteria outlined in the recruitment pack.
How to apply
Please submit your completed application form to Sharon Crainey no later than noon on 31st March 2025. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applicants. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience.
You can download a TCV application form in PDF or Word format.
Interviews will be held on Provisionally week commencing 7th April 2025 at our Cultra office.
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 (31st March 2025), please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in TCV.
To better understand who is applying for and obtaining roles at TCV, please complete our Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form. You can download this in either PDF or Word format. This information is crucial for identifying and eliminating barriers that may prevent people from joining us. Rest assured, this data will not be part of your application evaluation.
Our goal is to create a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone's individuality is recognised and valued. We believe that embracing diversity helps us achieve our goals more effectively. We welcome applications from all individuals who wish to be part of our future, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer interviews to all applicants who have a disability, impairment or mental or physical health condition who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We provide reasonable adjustments and are committed to having an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
If you wish to be considered under this scheme, please tell us in the appropriate part of the application form.
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 email or by telephone on 01302 388883. We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.
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