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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly The Original, the Biggest & the Best in the field The UK’s Leading Weekly for Countryside & Environmental Staff

Monday 17/8/09 CJS is endorsed by both the Scottish Countryside Rangers Association & the Countryside Management Association; CJS supports both with a percentage of income. CJS sponsors CJ Snail at Jersey Zoo & ‘Naturenet’ at www.naturenet.net & supports the Leukaemia Research Fund An ethical business publishing free & low cost information to promote countryside careers in the UK & environmental conservation worldwide

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  REF 2502-DAILY-24/8 JOB SEASONAL FIELD OFFICER BE4 21/8/09 IV wb7/9/09 LOC DORSET PAY 13500 pro rata FOR AMPHIBIAN & REPTILE CONSERVATION DES 6 month contract for our winter management team involving conservation management work on our nature reserves throughout Dorset & occasionally outside the County. BUT Chainsaw / pesticide qualification desirable but willingness to work hard & outdoors in all weathers is more important. ASK Helen Wraight, 01202 391319 [email protected] www.arc-trust.org REF 2503-DAILY-31/8 JOB NBMP DEVELOPMENT MANAGER BE4 ? LOC LONDON PAY YES FOR BAT CONSERVATION TRUST DES / BUT The National Bat Monitoring Programme (NBMP), established 1996, is a partnership project between BCT & JNCC & is the longest running purpose-built multi-species monitoring programme for mammals in the UK. The NBMP currently produces population trends for 11 of the UK’s resident bat species. NBMP data are an important part of the evidence-base used by the UK Biodiversity Strategy & contribute to country & UK-level reporting on BAP species. The purpose of this role is to lead & develop training for the NBMP & associated projects including the Count Bat project. To work with the Director of Conservation, Head of Special Scientific projects & other BCT colleagues to develop & deliver new projects. ASK General queries: Michelle Beckett, [email protected] More specific queries: Dr. Karen Haysom, [email protected]

This issue of CJS Weekly includes CJS Focus on Urban Greenspace REF 2504-MONTHLY-31/8 JOB SENIOR ECOLOGIST BE4 ? LOC OXFORD PAY 25000 – 35000 FOR BAKER SHEPHERD GILLESPIE DES We wish to expand our ecology team both to support business development & to deliver our increasing & challenging project work which ranges from new towns & urban expansions to habitat creation & research projects. Contribute to delivery of this varied work profile. We strive to provide a supportive environment, with a strong emphasis on training & personal development. BUT Experienced ecologists with track record in consultancy, pref with particular experience in bats & / or birds. Able to develop innovative solutions to challenging problems; understanding of the complexities of nature conservation legislation & EPSL licensing; extensive project management skills & able to write clear reports. ASK 01865 883833 [email protected] www.bsg-ecology.com REF CJS reference no. (job number – source – delete date) JOB Title BE4 Application closing date IV = Interview date LOC Location PAY £ range - usually per annum (but check starting point) FOR Employer DES Description of Job BUT Person Spec / Requirements ASK More details from / How to apply CJS Suggestions: Please check the BUT section to ensure that you have all of the required qualifications / experience before you Key:

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  REF 2505-DIRECT-7/9 JOB SITE MANAGER – CORRIMONY RESERVE BE4 7/9/09 LOC CANNICH, INVERNESS-SHIRE PAY 18000 - 20000 FOR RSPB DES You will spend c50% of your time managing the RSPB Corrimony Reserve, including managing budgets, contractors and volunteers, with your remaining time being spent supporting the RSPB’s advisory role for black grouse and pinewood restoration within North Scotland. BUT Sound knowledge of pinewood ecology, the biology of woodland grouse, an understanding of Highland land use including woodland and deer management. Excellent interpersonal and organisational

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com skills. ASK www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies or send an A4 SAE to Kim Dawson, RSPB, Etive House, Beechwood Park, Inverness IV2 3BW

This issue of CJS Weekly includes the September Training Calendar. REF 2506/7-DAILY-7/9 LOC SUSSEX BE4 7/9/09 FOR SOUTH DOWNS JOINT COMMITTEE JOB (REF) PAY DES Countryside Officer / Ranger (TE1197) 16991 – 22001 Based at Singleton, West Sussex. Part of an integrated Countryside Management team, responsible for implementing a wide range of activities including RoW, site management, landscape & conservation project, practical tasks, leading volunteers & office duties. Includes weekend work & unsocial hours as part of flexible working arrangements. IV 24/9/09 at Singleton. BUT Sound knowledge & practical experience of countryside matters essential as well as diplomacy, negotiating & communication skills. Enthusiasm & a sound knowledge of landscape, wildlife & recreation issues. Chat: Nigel James, 01243 811533. Trainee Countryside Ranger (TE1198) 15570 Based Seven Sisters Country Park, East Sussex. Opportunity for the right person to gain further training & experience in a wide range of countryside management & public relation skills including practical conservation & RoW work, & helping deliver our Dutch Elm Disease Control programme. You will work on visitor management issues for a busy country park & other site management projects. Involves working every weekend & bank holiday as part of a normal 5 day working week. IV 22/9/09. BUT Any necessary training provided, however relevant qualifications will be a strong advantage. Prior knowledge, practical work & experience of countryside management is essential. CRB checked. Chat: Catherine James, 01323 870280. Both: Fixed term for 12 months. ASK 01273 482025 (24 hrs) [email protected] eastsussex.gov.uk/jobs www.southdownsonline.org REF 2508-DAILY-24/8 JOB BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER POSITION BE4 24/8/09 LOC WEST LOTHIAN PAY YES FOR OATRIDGE COLLEGE DES New post funded for 3 years, one of a team of Business Development Executives recruited to specific disciplines / industries serving individual College partner needs. Focus on building knowledge transfer opportunities in the rural, land based, tourism & sustainable development industries. BUT Hons degree or equivalent qualification (SCQF 10) in a project relevant discipline. 3+ years’ industrial / commercial practice evidenced through experience gained within the landbased, rural business, tourism or sustainable development sectors within the landbased, rural business, tourism or sustainable development sectors in a College / HEI or corporate research / product development environment. Technologically literate; experience of direct customer relation building with SMEs; proven commercial abilities incl strong business planning, financial modelling, marketing, negotiating & presentation skills. Excellent interpersonal, communication & diplomacy skills; team worker able to work to targets; excellent organisation, planning, time management & IT skills incl Word, Excel, PowerPoint & internet. ASK [email protected] 01506 864800. REF 2509-DIRECT-21/9 JOB WARDEN BE4 18/9/09 IV 25/9/09 LOC ESSEX / GREATER LONDON PAY 17000 - 19000 FOR RSPB DES Play a lead role in delivering the programme of habitat management, monitoring, habitat creation & people engagement on Rainham Marshes Reserve. Responsible for managing & overseeing staff & a team of vols in implementing the work. BUT Enthusiastic & dynamic with a passion for the natural env & previous reserve management experience, practical experience of managing wetland habitats, particularly low wet grassland, grazing management & livestock handling Experience in a variety of tools and machinery desired. Degree level or an equiv environmental qual desirable but not essential. ASK Ref: 1050809 www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE Terry Robinson, RSPB, New Tank Hill Road, Purfleet, Essex RM19 1SZ.   REF 2510/1-MONTHLY-31/8 JOB TWO P/T VISITOR CENTRE ASSISTANTS BE4 1/9/09 LOC NORTHANTS PAY 4366 + benefits* FOR FORESTRY COMMISSION DES 10 hrs / wk rostered over Saturday & Sunday based at either Top Lodge Visitor Centre near Corby or Salcey Forest Main Car Park, Hartwell. Collect car parking charges & carry out basic maintenance work & litter pick up. *Civil service Pension or stakeholder pension scheme, 25 days annual leave pro rata & flexible working options. BUT Self-motivated & able to work with min of supervision alone or as part of a team. Ideally good local knowledge of the woods. ASK Ref: HR09/83. www.forestry.gov.uk/vacancies Gillian Cornelius, HE Services, 231 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh EH12 7AT REF 2512-DAILY-31/8 JOB DISTRICT BIOSECURITY & FISHERIES DEVELOPMENT OFFICER BE4 31/8/09 LOC HUNTLY, NE SCOTLAND PAY YES FOR THE DEVERON, BOGIE & ISLA RIVERS TRUST DES / BUT Initial 3 year post for the ‘Deveron District Biosecurity & Fisheries Development Project’ involving the day-today management of an exciting new initiative to protect & promote the famous Deveron District. The project will help to protect the district from existing & potential Invasive non-native species & biosecurity threats, through the implementation of a new biosecurity plan, enlistment of ‘River champions’ & collaborative working. The project will also support local economic growth by promoting Deveronside, both locally & nationally, as a top angling & visitor destination & will engage local youth & schools in an angling development & environmental programme. ASK www.deveron.org.org Richard Miller, [email protected] 01466 711 388. REF 2513-DIRECT-14/9 JOB VISITOR SERVICES ADVISOR BE4 11/9/09 IV 21/9/09 LOC SANDY, BEDFORDSHIRE PAY 25500 – 27500 FOR RSPB DES Do you know how to create an exceptional visitor experience? Are you able to share your knowledge with others? Do you inspire others to reach the highest standards? If the answer to all of these questions is ‘yes’, then we would like to hear from you. Join a team of three, to lead on the

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com development of the RSPB nature reserves for people. You will provide support our nature reserves in the North of England & Northern Ireland. Able to demonstrate excellent verbal & written communication skills, be a strong negotiator, & possess technical competence in destination marketing, interpretation & visitor management. Able to travel / stay overnight on a regular basis, usually by public transport. ASK Ref: 1020809 www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies [email protected]. A4 SAE Elaine Holderness, RSPB, The Lodge, Sandy, Beds SG19 2DL REF 2514/5-DAILY-24/8 JOB FIELD SURVEYORS BE4 21/8/09 LOC BASILDON, ESSEX (Accommodation provided) PAY YES FOR THOMSON ECOLOGY LTD DES To assist our friendly & experienced team, exceptional opportunity to gain practical experience of ecological mitigation techniques for graduates hoping to gain employment as an ecological consultant. Opportunities available in 2 capacities: 1. At weekends (every sat & Sun) from now until beginning of Oct; or 2. For the month of Sept (primarily weekdays but may be some weekend working) BUT Ideally 3 months relevant experience. Applications especially welcome from ecologists with practical experience of handling reptiles & great crested newts. First degree in ecology, zoology or biology. Enthusiastic team player with a positive ‘can-do’ flexible attitude to work. Current driving licence & car. Willing to travel & stay in Basildon. ASK CV & covering letter to Laura Prosser, Thomson Ecology Ltd, Compass House, 60 Priestley Road, Guidlford, Surrey GU2 7YU, 01483 466000 [email protected] (Please state which option of work you are interested in.)

REF 2516-DIRECT-7/9 JOB GOOD BEACH GUIDE OFFICER BE4 7/9/09 IV 14/9/09 LOC ROSS-ON-WYE PAY 18000 – 20000 FOR MARINE CONSERVATION SOCIETY DES Published online, the Good beach Guide is the only comprehensive & independent guide to 1,200+ beaches around Britain & Ireland, giving coastal visitors information on where to find the best water quality, details on lifeguard cover, safety provisions, amenities, activities, access, parking & transport. Take on responsibility for the research, production & development of the Guide. Duties incl annual compilation & the management & development of the website & MTSQL database. Work under the guidance & supervision of the Coastal Pollution Officer & ensure regular liaison with our partner RNLI. BUT Post grad marine or freshwater scientist with a solid IT background & an interest in env conservation. ASK www.mcsuk.org Marine Conservation Society, Unit 3, Wolf Business Park, Alton Road, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5NB REF 2517-DIRECT-31/8 JOB YOUTH VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT MANAGER BE4 27/8/09 IV 14/9/09 LOC NORTH LONDON PAY 21849 + 3675 LW FOR BTCV DES Work with orgs in Barnet & Enfield to create lots of high quality, attractive new opportunities for young vols aged 16 – 25 in a wide range of activities. BUT Knowledge of good volunteering practice & initiative. ASK Ref: NYVDM. www.btcv.org.uk [email protected] 01302 388844 REF

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NATURE RESERVE WARDEN & PROJECT OFFICER

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com BE4 2/9/09 IV 10/9/09 LOC HARLOW PAY £11.40 / hr FOR HARLOW COUNCIL DES Fixed term to 31/3/11. Support the maintenance & management of the town’s nature reserves & wildlife sites & involve the community in the management, care & enhancements of biodiversity. Continue the delivery of the Forest Funtasia Project that seeks to provide free access for children & young people to nature reserves through a range of activities & opportunities. Work in accordance with the flexible opening hours of the nature reserves, incl weekends, evenings & bank holidays. BUT Knowledge of nature conservation & biodiversity. Experience of working with a wide range of ages, leading projects, working with vo groups & practical wildlife site management essential. Able to work with min supervision within a friendly biodiversity team. Approachable, able to utilise a range of media to achieve your aims & demonstrate excellent communication skills. ASK Ref: PA0090. Contact Harlow, Civic Centre, The Water Gardens, College Square, Harlow, Essex CM20 1WG 01279 446017 www.Harlow.gov.uk/jobs REF 2519-DIRECT-14/9 JOB WILDFOWLING WARDEN BE4 11/9/09 LOC MONTROSE BASIN LOCAL NATURE RESERVE PAY 13000 – 14000 pro rata FOR SCOTTISH WILDIFE TRUST DES 17.5 hrs / wk, fixed term 1/10/09 – 20/2/10. BUT Experience of wildfowling & knowledge of shooting & conservation; local knowledge & willingness to work unsocial hrs. Full driving licence essential. ASK H.R. Manager, Scottish Wildlife Trust, Kirk Cramond, Cramond Glebe Road, Edinburgh EH4 6NS 0131 312 4731 [email protected] (Please do not send your CV) www.swt.org.uk

Voluntary Opportunities, all current volunteer adverts are available online: REF VOL-DIRECT-7/9 JOB VOLUNTEER CO-ORDINATOR BE4 ASAP LOC COLONIA BOLIVAR, PUYO, PASTAZA, ECUADOR PAY 20% of volunteer contribution (between $100 & $300 a week) FOR SACHA YACU ANIMAL RESCUE CENTRE DES Lead a team of up to 11 vols in the day to day care of 65 neptropical animals incl 4 species of monkey, parrots, macaws, margay & many native mammals i.e. kinkajou, coati, cabezas. . Undertake marketing to ensure a constant flow of vols to the project. Work with management team (Spanish speaking) in the day to day care & maintenance of the centre as well as the centre’s future direction. BUT Fluent English & good Spanish. BSc or equiv in Biology, animal sciences, veterinary, zoology or similar. Some management experience & experience of working with animals. Happy to live in a reasonably remote location (although all mod cons provided incl hot showers!). patient, flexible but very self motivated. ASK CV / resume in Spanish & English to Helen, [email protected] If your CV is successful we will contact you to arrange a telephone interview conducted in English & Spanish. REF VOL-DIRECT-7/9 LOC CASTLE DRAGO, DEVON BE4 4/9/09 IV wb14/9/09 FOR THE NATIONAL TRUST JOB DES / BUT You will have a key role to play in how we present the property to the public & engage our visitors Conservation Learning Assistant with our conservation work. ASK Bryher Mason, House & Collections Manager, 01647 434112 [email protected] Visitor Experience Assistant You will be helping people of all ages learn from the rich educational resources available at the property. ASK Kate Swetman, Visitor Services Manager, 01647 434111 [email protected] Gain valuable horticultural skills & experience in heritage gardening whilst assisting us to present the Full Time Volunteer Gardener garden to a high standard & engaging with our visitors. ASK Andrew Midgley, Head Gardener, 01647 434135 [email protected] All: We are looking at a time commitment of 6+ months for 3 – 4 days per week. PAY 0 Shared accommodation & access to relevant training provided, both on the job & via more formal learning routes. You will be able to undertake paid work in conjunction with the placement & to continue to look for paid employment for the duration of the placement. REF VOL-DIRECT-7/9 JOB FIELD ASSISTANT BE4 N/A LOC MAIO ISLAND, REPUBLIC OF CAPE VERDE PAY 0 All expenses on the island covered* FOR ARACELI ARGUELLES-TICO for University of Bath DES To work as part of a doctoral study researching the reproductive biology of the Kentish plover (KP), Charadrius alexandrinus, a cosmopolitan wader at Maio Island. The breeding behaviour of KP on this island of the Eastern Atlantic appears to be different from the one exhibited by other mainland populations. Due to the high intra & interpopulation variation in mating systems, ornamentation & habitats, KP is an excellent species to study the mechanisms driving the evolution of diverse breeding systems. You will be working from mid-Sept until late Nov. *Training in the field methods we follow will be provided. Travel to the island arranged at the expense of the candidate. BUT Previous experience working with birds is strongly preferred. ASK Info or brief CV with motivation to [email protected] REF VOL-DIRECT-7/9 JOB A DATE WITH NATURE ASSISTANTS BE4 N/A LOC CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFS PAY 0 FOR RSPB DES 4 months, Sept to Jan (Fri, Sat & Sun), min commitment ideally 1 day per month, but flexible. Meet, greet & enthuse visitors, provide information, help show people the wonderful array of wildlife found at Cannock Chase, incl deer, & gain support for the RSPB through Membership recruitment & volunteering. Part of a small friendly team & part of the RSPB – an active & exciting conservation charity, the largest in Europe. We ca help you gain skills & give you a valuable insight into our work. BUT Enthusiastic, enjoy meeting a wide range of people & not afraid to strike up a conversation. Interest in, or knowledge of birds & wildlife would be great, but the desire to learn is all you really need. ASK Sharon Boardman, 01295 676449 [email protected] REF VOL-DIRECT-24/8 JOB TRAINEE WARDENS BE4 21/8/09 IV overnight 28-30/8/09 LOC FLAT HOLM ISLAND PAY 0 + accom / food / travel / training & equipment budget FOR CARDIFF COUNTY COUNCIL DES Great opportunity to live & work on an Island Reserve (SSSI & LNR) in the Bristol Channel. Demanding yet rewarding position. Gain experience in: practical habitat work; livestock husbandry; leading guided tours for visitors; leading vol work parties; wildlife monitoring; env education; building maintenance & more. Rota: vols work 10 days on island followed by 4 days leave (all weather dependent). BUT Enthusiasm, flexibility, 6+ months commitment, with strong social skills. 16-24’s can join millennium Vol programme. ASK CV & covering letter to Flat Holm Project, c/o Channel View Leisure Centre, Jim Driscoll Way, Grangetown, Cardiff CF11 7HB 02920 353917 [email protected] More info on island: www.flatholmisland.com

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com REF 2520/1-GUARDIAN-7/9 JOB 2 X SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOWS IN ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE BE4 3/9/09 (noon) LOC OXFORD PAY 36532 – 43622 FOR UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD DES 1 post takes forward a programme of work around resilience & adaptation to env change, the other addresses issues of societal & cultural interaction with env change, with emphasis on behaviour & lifestyles on the part of society & individuals. Also pursue grant funding,, give some lectures & undertake supervision of Masters or Dphil candidates. BUT High calibre candidates who can work at the forefront of emerging research thinking, integrate current work & develop new work. ASK Chat: Steve Morgan, Environmental Change Institute Deputy Director, [email protected] Apply: www.geog.ox.ac.uk 01865 285082. REF 2522-GUARDIAN-31/8 JOB EDUCATION & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OFFICER BE4 28/8/09 LOC BUSHY PARK, HAMPTON PAY 23920 – 28900 FOR THE ROYAL PARKS DES 12 months maternity cover. Promote the benefits of the park to the local community, esp school children. Work closely with other members of the Bushy park team, liaising with vols, external contractors, local councils, resident’s groups, other charitable orgs & schools. BUT Experience of enthusing & working with young people, capable of delivering best practice in learning, community engagement, increasing access & tackling social exclusion; team worker. ASK Ref: ECEOMCICJS. www.royalparks.org.uk [email protected] HR Department, The Royal Parks Agency, The Old Police House, Hyde Park, London W2 2UH REF 2523-WNATENG-31/8 JOB HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT DELIVERY LEADER BE4 28/8/09 LOC YORKSHIRE & HUMBERSIDE office but LEEDS preferred PAY 29000 – 37000 TO 39750 FOR NATURAL ENGLAND DES / BUT Lead the development, co-ordination & delivery of our health & env work across the Region. This aims to ensure people fully understand & value the contribution of the natural env to our quality of life & forms part of our wider people & access remit. You will be responsible for driving forward this work internally & externally, integrating it with other work streams & building strong & influential delivery partnerships with regional health & local government sectors. ASK Ref: IRC40966. www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/jobs REF 2524/29-WNATENG-14/9 LOC NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE BE4 11/9/09 FOR NATURAL ENGLAND JOB (REF) PAY DES 3 x Health Walks Delivery Officers (IRC40968) 23000 – 29100 to 32100 2 full time, 1 4 days / wk. Fixed term 24 months. You will have direct responsibility for guiding & supporting the delivery of a number of healthy walking projects within the region. You will be working with the Primary Care Trusts & a range of other orgs in an influencing & advisory role to secure commitment amongst partners. Become expert in & advocate the benefits of walking for individuals, communities & the natural env. BUT Knowledge of health improvement & the health sector; sound experience of own work area, role & responsibilities. 3 x Health Walks Delivery Assistants (IRC41064) 19000 – 24600 – 26100 1 x full time, 1 x 18.5 hrs / wk for 24 months & 1 x full time for 12 months maternity cover. Assist the regional Health Walks Delivery Officers, covering the East Midlands Region. Develop a broad understanding of the benefits of walking for individuals, communities & the natural env & communicate this confidently to stakeholders. BUT Basic knowledge of the team’s work area. ASK www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/jobs REF 2529/31-GUARDIAN-24/8 LOC LONDON, WALES or SW ENGALND BE4 21/8/09 (noon) FOR ENERGY SAVING TRUST JOB (REF) PAY DES Water Strategy Manager (BF668CJS) c 35000 London. We recently expanded our work to incl water efficiency, this is a key role taking forward our activities in this area. BUT Excellent understanding of water policy in the UK, understanding of the issues associated with water saving in households. Experience in a policy, strategic or analytical role with impressive project management & communication skills. Head of Low carbon Technologies (FW652CJS) c 55000 Wales or SW England. Focusing on technologies which are market ready but not yet established, deal with low carbon heating, renewable electricity micro-generation, & community scale generation technologies. BUT Educated to degree level in an env, engineering or technical discipline; in-depth knowledge of the technologies, markets & stakeholders relating to household scale carbon savings. Track record of leading teams, networking with industry stakeholders, developing projects & managing budgets. Manager – Technical Development (FW653CJS) c 48000 Wales or SW England. Provide in-house technical & sales expertise to our Low Carbon Housing team. BUT Skilled networker & project manager with in-depth knowledge of the full range of technologies, markets & stakeholders related to carbon saving in the home. Familiar with current EU & UK policy drivers in this area & track record of identifying, pursuing & securing new funding opportunities. Proven tendering & budget management skills. ASK [email protected] www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/vacancies REF 2532-WGUAR-31/8 JOB PEOPLE & WILDLIFE MANAGER BE4 27/8/09 (noon) IV 1/9/09 LOC CENTRAL LONDON PAY 27000 – 31000 pro rata FOR LONDON WILDLIFE TRUST DES part time, 2/5 FTE, 1 year contract, with opportunity to become full time shortly, subject to funding. Take on the management of people orientated projects & manage both our centralised education functions & the ‘Mayor’s – Earn your travel back’ youth volunteering project. Also responsible for overseeing the development of London Env Education Forum (LEEF) & assist the People & Wildlife Director with the planning of new projects & funding applications. BUT Project & volunteer management experience & skills. Significant experience of outdoor education & / or youth volunteering in particular & able to confidently lead the Trust in these areas. Passionate about London’s People & Wildlife & want to use your skills to

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com challenge people’s perceptions about the natural environment in the city. ASK www.wildlondon.org.uk [email protected] 020 7261 0447. REF 2533-HORTWEEK-7/9 JOB HEAD OF COLLECTIONS BE4 4/9/09 LOC AMPFIELD, ROMSEY PAY 29598 – 33315 FOR HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL DES Working with one of the best plant collections in the country, join & lead an enthusiastic team, maintaining & developing the Harold Hillier Gardens. BUT Rel quals & experience; desire to help us present & develop this most diverse collection of trees & shrubs to our 140,000 visitors. ASK Ref: HCC1109373CJS. Chat: Wolfgang Bopp, Acting Director, Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, 01794 369307. Apply: www.hampshirejobs.org.uk 0845 850 0184. REF 2534/5-WNATENG-31/8 LOC LEEDS BE4 31/8/09 FOR NATURAL ENGLAND JOB (REF) PAY DES Health Walks Delivery Officer (IRC41027CJS) 23000 – 29100 to 32100 You will have direct responsibility for guiding & supporting the delivery of a number of healthy walking projects within the region. You will be working with the Primary Care Trusts & a range of other orgs in an influencing & advisory role to secure commitment amongst partners. Become expert in & advocate the benefits of walking for individuals, communities & the natural env. BUT Knowledge of health improvement & the health sector; sound experience of own work area, role & responsibilities. Health Walks Assistant Delivery Officer (IRC41027CJS) 19000 – 24600 – 26100 Part time, max 18.5 hrs / wk. Assist the regional Health Walks Delivery Officers. Develop a broad understanding of the benefits of walking for individuals, communities & the natural env & communicate this confidently to stakeholders. BUT Basic knowledge of the team’s work area. Both: Fixed term for 24 mths. ASK www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/jobs REF 2536/41-WNATENG-7/9 LOC VARIOUS see below BE4 6/9/09 FOR NATURAL ENGLAND JOB (REF) DES / BUT 6 x Project Delivery Officers (Ref: IRC40980CJS) Truro; Exeter; Taunton; Dorchester or Wareham; Devizes; Bristol or Cheltenham. Project Delivery Co-ordinator (IRC40981CJS) Pref Taunton based. Both: Fixed term to 31/12/13. Full time pref. South West Agricultural Resource Management (ARM) – Soils for Profit (S4P) Project. Particularly focused on: Objective 3.1 – Land is used for social & economic development in a way that recognises, protects & enhances the value of the natural env, & Objective 3.2 – Land is managed in a way which delivers env services alongside other benefits. Also help deliver the Rural Development Programme for England. PAY 23000 – 29100 to 32100 ASK www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/jobs REF 2542/3-WENVA-24/8 LOC WARRINGTON BE4 21/8/09 FOR ENVIRONMENT AGENCY JOB (REF) PAY DES River Habitat Survey National Team Project Manager (14267/HDO) 39178 Maternity cover to 31/3/10. Opportunity to deliver the final phase of a +£1m project which has high profile nationally & internationally. BUT Env qual with knowledge of river systems; prven expertise in project management & data analysis; successful team management experience & track record in delivering projects to time, cost & quality. CRC Operations Advisor 2 (14270/HDO) 30723 Responsible for development & implementation of processes to deliver the Carbon Reduction Commitment. BUT Ideally rel experience perhaps as a regulator or from working within a regulated sector; degree or equiv in a scientific env or engineering discipline. Strong interpersonal skills & ability to develop new approaches & influence others with confidence; excellent verbal & written communication skills. Knowledge & / or experience of communications or auditing an advantage. IV wb31/8/09. Chat: Lesley Worswick, 01925 542046. ASK www.environment-agency.gov.uk Recruitment Admin Team, 4th Floor, Stockdale House, Headingley Business Park, 8 Victoria Road, Leeds LS6 1PF 0845 601 2233 [email protected] REF 2544-WENVA-31/8 JOB LOCAL AUTHORITY CLIMATE CHANGE CO-ORDINATOR BE4 28/8/09 LOC EXETER PAY 30120 – 31706 pro rata FOR ENVIRONMENT AGENCY DES / BUT Deliver & co-ordinate a programme of dedicated support to all south west upper tier local authorities to achieve progress against National Performance Indicator 188: Planning to Adapt to Climate Change. To help ensure the region’s local authorities are prepared for the impacts of climate change. ASK Ref: IRC43041/SWT. www.environmentagency.gov.uk Recruitment Admin Team, 4th Floor, Stockdale House, Headingley Business Park, 8 Victoria Road, Leeds LS6 1PF 0845 601 2233 [email protected] REF 2545/8-WWTS-31/8 JOB Community Liaison Team Leader & 3 X Community Liaison Officers BE4 2/9/09 LOC BIRMINGHAM PAY 19324 – 24000 FOR THE WILDLIFE TRUST FOR BIRMINGHAM & THE BLACK COUNTRY DES / BUT The Black Country Living Landscape Community Involvement Programme is a 3-year project helping people & communities forge new links with their local wildlife sites, enabling them to discover & care for their LNRs & other natural greenspaces. By promoting access, understanding, involvement & volunteering, the project will achieve lasting change by engaging local people with the transformation of the Black Country’s natural env. ASK http://tinyurl.com/bcll-vacancies REF 2549-WNATPARKS-7/9 JOB VILLAGE OFFICER BE4 3/9/09 LOC CHAPELTOWN, SHEFFIELD PAY 23473 – 26016 pro rata FOR PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY DES Temp for 12 months, 18.5 hrs / wk. Pilot project to engage with communities & develop village plans & projects across the Sheffield City Council / National Park boundary. BUT Rel degree & experience of working with communities &

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com promoting projects. ASK Ref: PDC/09/3298/CJS. jobs.Derbyshire.gov.uk [email protected] (with postal address) 01629 816361. REF 2550-SCOTSMAN-31/8 JOB MAJOR PARKS OFFICER BE4 28/8/09 (noon) LOC GLENROTHES PAY 22845 – 29021 FOR FIFE COUNCIL DES Assist in the preparation, interpretation & implementation of parks development plans, preparation of designs & associated development work to support a Stage 2 application to the Heritage Lottery parks for People Fund & management plans for major parks in Fife. BUT Degree / diploma or equiv in Landscape Architecture or Hort & extensive project management & development experience. ASK Ref: CS/3493B/SC/CJS. www.fifedirect.org.uk/jobs REF 2551-NEWSCIENTIST-7/9 JOB SENIOR SCIENTIFIC OFFICER BE4 4/9/09 LOC SOUTHWATER, HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX PAY 29700 – 31500 FOR RSPCA DES To protect & improve the welfare of equines. Maintain our companion animal welfare science knowledge database; provide scientific / technical input to specific policies, reports & campaigns; promote companion animal welfare to various working groups, industry bodies & Government; initiate & develop projects on issues relating to equine welfare; represent the Society to government, industry & media. BUT BSc biological or life science & Higher Welfare Science degree, veterinary qual desirable. Knowledge of equine welfare & behaviour; practical experience working with equines (experience working in both leisure & competition an advantage); excellent oral & written communication skills with ability to communicate scientific information to a range of audiences; competent in Word, Powerpoint & excel. ASK www.rspca.org.uk or postcard to: Ref: CAD/535/CJS, Human Resources Department, RSPCA, Wilberforce Way, Southwater, Horsham, West Sussex RH13 9RS REF 2552-FARMERSWEEKLY-24/8 JOB FARM EVENTS MANAGER BE4 24/8/09 IV 7/9/09 LOC STONELEIGH, WARWICKSHIRE PAY YES FOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT & FARMING (LEAF) DES To run our very successful Open Farm Sunday; Speak Out programme & other key events & communication activities. LEAF works to ‘Inspire & enable prosperous farming that enriches the env & engages local communities’ & this work will focus on encouraging a better public trust & understanding of farming & the cside & support farmers in developing more sustainable businesses through the uptake of Integrated farm Management. BUT Experienced, creative, energetic & motivated. ASK LEAF, NAC, Stoneleigh, Warwickshire CV8 2LG 02476 413911 [email protected] REF 2553-HORTWEEK-7/9 JOB FORESTRY OFFICER BE4 4/9/09 IV 18/9/09 LOC RUTLAND PAY 24402 – 26016 FOR RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL DES Provide forestry & arb advice to the Council, the general public & outside bodies. Carry out cyclic inspections of Council owned trees & asset management planning. Arrange for Work orders to be issued, supervise & pay contractors. Provide advice to the planning department. BUT Experienced forestry officer. ASK Chat: Aman Mehra, Assistant Director of Community Services or Dave Brown, Head of Highway Management, 01572 771117 [email protected] [email protected] Apply: www.rutland.gov.uk [email protected] REF 2554/5-HORTWEEK-31/8 JOB 2 X PROJECT OFFICERS BE4 1/9/09 LOC NEWHAM, LONDON PAY 29307 – 31446 incl LW FOR THE LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM DES We are currently investing over £8m into improvement of parks & open spaces. Working closely with elected members & local communities, develop & manage a wide range of improvements; deliver excellence in project management & customer service; take responsibility for the improvement of a portfolio of key parks & open spaces; secure external funding to support project delivery; ensure the active & positive engagement of elected members & local people. BUT Dedicated & energetic professionals with track record of making investment real for local people. ASK Ref: CA30109A. Chat: Tony Wyatt, Infrastructure & Projects Manager, 0203 3738094. Apply: www.newham.gov.uk 020 8430 2190. REF 2556-HORTWEEK-31/8 JOB WOODLAND GARDENER BE4 31/8/09 LOC INVEREWE, ROSS-SHIRE PAY 12280 – 12894 accom may be available FOR NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND DES the main feature of Inverewe is its woodland garden, containing notable collections of rhododendrons, exotic trees & shrubs & other woodland, herbaceous & peat-garden plants. There is also a spectacular walled kitchen garden & a nursery with greenhouses. Work as part of a team to maintain & develop the garden. BUT Sound gardening & plant knowledge; recognised qual in hort or equiv practical experience; knowledge of tool & machinery use & maintenance. ASK 0131 243 9417 [email protected] www.nts.org.uk

CJS Training & Events Calendar –monthly Training Calendar with this edition also see online: REF

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Good Practice Stakeholder Participation… with a focus on the environment 3-day training course Run by dialogue matters The management of sustainable environments and ecosystems requires complex and integrated thinking. This can only be achieved through genuine dialogue between responsible organisations, stakeholders, relevant experts and other interested people Course dates: Arrive evening of 16th November, training 17th – 19th November 2009 For more info: e-mail: [email protected] to request a leaflet or download it at www.dialoguematters.co.uk/training.htm.

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com This Edition: 7 + 5 + 9 sides, 56 new paid jobs, (19 Direct). Opportunities are advertised in CJS Weekly for one week only. Details appear in CJS Weekly: Existing Opportunities in subsequent weeks. Online subscribers have access to several months of back issues. CJS is printed in-house using 100% recycled paper & organic inks. Details believed correct but given without prejudice. Ends.

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