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Voluntary Officer - Practical Conservation

Place: York

Why we need you:
We are looking for a passionate and motivated person to join our team to help prepare and lead practical conservation tasks to be carried out by our volunteer group in a range of urban and rural green spaces. You may also assist with social media and publicity, public engagement, environmental education, and project planning and management. The post holder will develop a real responsibility over the planning and execution of practical volunteer tasks and will be an integral member of our team.

Benefits to you:
If you are seeking a career in the environmental sector, or you fancy taking on a little more responsibility in a conservation volunteer role, then this role is for you. You’ll receive training in many aspects of conservation work, including practical skills, leadership, first aid, risk assessment and health and safety (training budget linked to time commitment). TCV has a history of helping people start a career in the conservation and environment sector. You will gain experience and knowledge of practical conservation skills, leading and supervising volunteers, project planning, whilst helping to enhance green spaces in and around York for people and for wildlife. Volunteering with TCV will give you useful contacts and the skills and experience that will make you stand out as a candidate for any job.

What you need:
We are looking for a well-organised, motivated person with a passion for conservation, aptitude for practical skills, and an enthusiasm for engaging and working with people. Preferably with a full driving licence held for 2 years.

How much time:
Ideally 3 to 4 days a week over 6 months, with an opportunity to extend. Usually weekdays, but with occasional Sundays.

For further details please contact Jo Brehaut on 01904 414927.

Email: york@tcv.org.uk

You will be supported in your role by experienced staff through regular meetings where issues can be resolved and guidance provided. You will have all reasonable expenses covered (foreign travel excepted) so will not be out of pocket through your volunteering. You will be insured and expected to comply with the policies and procedures of The Conservation Volunteers.

Where roles will be responsible for others, we need to check your references. When the role involves young people and vulnerable adults, we will need to ask for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau, Central Registered Body in Scotland or appropriate body in Northern Ireland.

Many people who work in the Environmental Sector have used a Volunteer Officer role as a stepping stone in their career.