Senior Project Officer

The Conservation Volunteers connects people together to protect and restore nature.

About the role

This is a chance to make a real difference for nature and for people. You will be responsible for planning and running weekly practical conservation activities for volunteers at two long term project sites, Woodham and Wymondley, as well as putting together and running a weekly Sunday task project at a range of sites around Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas. You will assist with volunteer recruitment and retention, publicity, reporting and other administration tasks to ensure the smooth safe running of projects. You will be required to help with other tasks as required by the Bedford team on occasion.

We are looking for somebody with a good level of experience of practical conservation including grassland, woodland and pond management. You should have experience of working with volunteers in a similar capacity, planning and managing projects, and a proven ability to work flexibly within a team. The post requires a good level of communication, both written and oral, and an organised approach.

We have an established Sunday volunteer group which this post will be managing and leading, so you must be able to work every Sunday.

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 protected] 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 a CRC check

We are The Conservation Volunteers.

Our vision is Better Nature For All.

Our mission is to connect people together to protect and restore nature, delivering lasting benefits for both.

Since 1959, The Conservation Volunteers has been a charity creating opportunities for people to create, improve and care for nature in the green spaces around them across the UK.

Our variety of projects cover a bit of everything involving nature. Volunteers muddy their boots in parks, community gardens, woodland, sites of special scientific interest, nature reserves, schools and hospital grounds, helping create a glorious network of protected green space across the UK.

This work connects people with nature, and that connection delivers powerful results. Join in, feel good.

For further information and to apply, please follow the link below. Alternatively, email [email protected] or call 07740 899634.

Closing date for completed applications: Friday 12th December

Interview date: Friday 19th December at: The Cemetery Gatehouse, Foster Hill Road, Bedford