Overview
As our Volunteer Coordinator, you'll play a key role in supporting and developing our volunteer community. Working closely with our National Nature Reserve Ranger and wider team.
Responsibilities
* Promote opportunities such as volunteering, courses and events
* Develop and organise marketing including social media, newsletters and posters
* Support with the organisation and delivery of community engagement initiatives
* Organise volunteer training and induction, ensuring everyone feels welcome, valued, and confident in their role
* Coordinate volunteer input into conservation work, maintenance, events, and wider centre activities
* Ensure health, safety and safeguarding requirements are always met
* On call duty cover as part of the senior team on site
Qualifications
* Experienced in successfully coordinating or managing volunteers, with a proven track record of supporting and developing volunteer teams
* Previous experience of volunteering, with an understanding of what makes a rewarding volunteer experience
* A great communicator, able to inspire and motivate people from all walks of life
* Highly organised, with strong administrative and IT skills
* Flexible and positive, able to work both independently and as part of a team
* Someone who shares our passion for nature, learning and community involvement
About Field Studies Council Slapton
Field Studies Council Slapton is set within the breathtaking landscape of South Devon. The centre sits on the Start Bay coast and is surrounded by the 210-hectare Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve - home to the largest natural freshwater lake in south-west England. Slapton Ley is a truly unique place: a 4km stretch of shingle beach, reedbeds, marshes and woodland habitats, all designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and declared a National Nature Reserve in 1993. The reserve is jointly managed by the Field Studies Council, Wild Planet Trust, Natural England and South Hams District Council. It\'s an inspiring place to work, where learning, conservation and community come together in a stunning setting.
Join us
Join us at Field Studies Council Slapton as our new Volunteer Coordinator and help shape the future of volunteering on this nationally important site.
Benefits and Contract
* Permanent part time contract - average 20 hours per week
* Starting salary is £14,586 per annum (£27,350 per annum FTE)
* Excellent benefits - including life assurance and a health cash plan
* Your new place of work is in a beautiful location, be surrounded by nature on your breaks
Love where you work! Established in 1943, our network of Learning Locations provides day and residential outdoor education courses for all ages. We aim to create outstanding opportunities for everyone to learn about nature. We value each of our team members and understand that every role is vital to deliver our mission, so we provide great benefits to reward and support you while you work with us. Financial, Health and Wellbeing, Discounts and Additional benefits are offered, with flexible working options where possible and opportunities for learning and development.
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