Seasonal Community Engagement Officer

Scotlink; Scotland; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental conservation organization is seeking a Community Engagement Officer for its reserve in Mull of Galloway, Scotland. The role involves welcoming visitors and engaging them in conservation work, alongside organizing events both on-site and in local communities. Applicants should have a good knowledge of UK wildlife, confidence speaking with the public, and experience in event delivery. The position requires working weekends and access to a vehicle due to its remote location.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of UK wildlife and key species in the area.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
• Experience in event organisation for various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and engage them in conservation discussions.
• Organise and deliver an exciting events program.
• Develop volunteer teams and maintain relationships with partners.

Skills

Good basic knowledge of UK wildlife, habitats

Confidence speaking with members of the public

Experience of organising and delivering events

Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements

Computer literacy including Microsoft Office

Ability to work under own initiative

Job description

Reference: JAN20261438
Location: Mull of Galloway, DG9
Terms: Fixed-Term, 6 months, Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £27,123.00 - £28,956.00 Per Annum, Pro Rata

The RSPB Mull of Galloway reserve sits at the southernmost point of Scotland, with a breath-taking cliff top vista of Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, England, and the south coast of Scotland.

The reserve hosts important seabird colonies and is designated for its maritime heath habitat. There is an explosion of life and colour in the Spring as the flowers bloom and the birds start their breeding season. Thousands of people visit the site every year, coming not only for the wildlife, but to visit the fantastic café and lighthouse compound.

About the Role

As Community Engagement Officer, you will be welcoming these visitors and showing them the sights and sounds of the reserve and engage members of the public in meaningful conversations about conservation and the work of the RSPB, inspiring them to become RSPB members. You\'ll need to be confident talking to people, knowledgeable about wildlife, and passionate about the work of the RSPB.

You will be responsible for organising and delivering an exciting events programme both on reserve and off-site within our local communities. We would like you to help develop a volunteer team on reserve, promoting volunteering to new people and ensuring our existing volunteers have an excellent experience. Partnership working is an important aspect of the role, and you will need to be able to facilitate and develop good relations with our neighbours and partners, ensuring that all the activities are in line with our brand guidelines and our health and safety requirements.

This role will involve regular weekend and bank holiday working.

Key Skills

• Good basic knowledge of UK wildlife, habitats and key species, particularly those present the reserve locale.
• Confidence speaking with members of the public and engaging them with nature.
• Experience of organising and delivering events for a wide variety of audiences.
• Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety requirements and experience of maintaining records.
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work under own initiative, motivating themselves and others.

Please note: Mull of Galloway reserve is in a remote location with no public transport links so you will need access to a vehicle.

Closing: Sunday 8th February