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 as well as developing your skills and progressing your career in conservation. You will be responsible running weekly practical conservation activities for volunteers at sites across Essex. 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 Essex team on occasion.

We are looking for somebody with experience of practical conservation including grassland, woodland and pond management. You should have experience of working with volunteers in a similar capacity, planning and delivering 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 share managing and leading, so you must be able to work alternate Sundays.

After 6 months there will be the opportunity for the post holder to take on more hours and greater responsibilities, with a corresponding advancement in grade and salary.

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 visit our website. Alternatively, email [email protected] or call 07740 899692.

Closing date for completed applications: Friday 13th March

Interview date: tbc at: The Cemetery Gatehouse, Colchester Cemetery, Mersea Road, Colchester.