Biodiversity Events and Outreach Officer

Location

Talbot Green, Rhondda Cynon Taf | United Kingdom

Job description

South East Wales Biodiversity Records Centre (SEWBReC) is the ALERC-accredited Local Environmental Records Centre (LERC) serving south east Wales. SEWBReC is part of the network of four Welsh LERCs which, since 2015, has worked collaboratively via the consortium company Local Environmental Records Centres Wales Ltd.

SEWBReC and the other Welsh LERCs play a critical role in the provision of the Welsh biodiversity evidence base. We are highly regarded and respected for the quality of products and services we provide and benefit from the strong support of a wide range of public sector and NGO funding partners, a large pool of loyal commercial customers and, critically, a strong local wildlife recording community. We have a small and friendly team of dedicated staff whose efforts are rewarded via a sector-leading package of pay and benefits (including Vitality private medical insurance).

We currently have the following vacancy:

• Biodiversity Events and Outreach Officer: 0.5 FTE (17.5 hours), 12-month contract (with possibility of extension). This post will focus on planning and delivering SEWBReC's programme of events and outreach work, which includes BioBlitzes, species identification and introductory recording training courses, partner events and an annual conference.

Please click the blue button below to access full job information packs and our application form.

Please note that we are currently offering two 0.5 FTE posts (see also our advert for a Temporary Biodiversity Data and Enquiries Officer ). We have a flexible approach to recruitment for these two posts, and will accept applications from candidates who would like to be:

• Considered for one of the posts in particular
• Considered for either of the posts
• Considered for a full-time post to combine both roles.

Please clearly indicate on your application form which role(s) you are applying for, and ensure your personal statement covers the requirements of the relevant person specification(s).

Please note that we do not wish to receive CVs with applications and will not accept applications by CV.

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Salary

£27.33k per annum