Are you passionate about the natural world and helping others understand and enjoy it? Do you want to make a difference to the communities that live amongst some of the most iconic landscapes in the south-east and those that visit them? Then this opportunity may be for you.

White Cliffs Countryside Partnership (WCCP) is a small not-for-profit organisation with just over 20 staff, which has three focus areas for its work: Managing Wild Spaces, Inspiring Local Communities and Reducing Our Climate Impact. We work alongside the local community, our volunteers and partners to protect and enhance the wild spaces of south-east Kent so they can thrive as sustainable havens for wildlife. Through our work we also aim to give everyone an opportunity to enjoy and benefit from these wild spaces.

We are currently looking to recruit an outgoing and positive individual to join our team and assist with the delivery of community engagement and education initiatives across the WCCP area, with a strong focus on Fort Burgoyne and Samphire Hoe.

What we need from you

An excellent communicator, you will be able to work with a wide range of audiences and stakeholders to inspire them to learn about and take action for the environment. You will have experience of devising and delivering education and engagement programmes, including educational visits and guided walks, as well as delivering outreach programmes.

You will be able to demonstrate your interest and passion for the natural world and have a good knowledge of how to communicate with different audiences using a range of channels, including social media.

Outgoing and self-motivated, you will be able to work flexibly and under your own initiative. You will be computer literate and have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office. You will hold a full, clean UK driving licence.

What we offer you

We provide a fun, friendly, inclusive and flexible working environment along with a range of other benefits, including:

• Benenden Health membership and Employee Assistance Program
• Opt-in Local Government Pension Scheme with the opportunity for staff to make advanced, voluntary contributions (AVCs) to top up their pension
• Generous annual leave provision
• A programme of Personal Development, including certificated training and learning through our experienced, knowledgeable team
• Staff Discount Scheme

Due to the nature of the role, this post requires an enhanced DBS check.

Next Steps

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Matthew Huntley by email: [email protected] or by phone: 07596 889670.

Interviews will be held on Friday 25 October 2024.