Salary: £17,500 - £19,500 depending on experience
Closing date: Wednesday 12th June 2013
Location: Dingestow, nr Monmouth, South Wales
A Conservation Officer is required for a period of 10 months to cover maternity leave. The role will be part time, with 3 days/week located at our main offices in Dingestow near Monmouth, and working as part of the Conservation Team focusing on the Trust’s planning casework, influencing local planning authorities and other decision makers, and our collaborative work to deliver Local Biodiversity Action Plans.
There is also the possibility of a 2 days/week secondment opportunity to cover maternity leave at a Local Authority Biodiversity Team in a very similar role, which would make this a full time post.
Applicants will need a degree or equivalent qualification and at least 2 years relevant experience, with a sound understanding of conservation priorities and legislation, good all-round wildlife knowledge and ideally experience of planning casework. Excellent letter and report writing skills, including the ability to logically present assessments and evaluations is also desired along with an enthusiasm for wildlife.
Gwent Wildlife Trust is part of the national network of 47 Wildlife Trusts, with over 20 staff it plays a key role in conserving and enhancing the wildlife of Gwent.
Contact details:
For further details and an application form please go to our website www.gwentwildlife.org to download an application pack. If you would like to discuss the role further please contact Gemma Bodé on 01600 740600.