Trust Administrator

Wessex Rivers Trust is a highly successful and well-regarded environmental charity dedicated to the protection and conservation of rivers in Wessex. These include the rivers Test, Itchen, Hampshire Avon and Dorset Stour. We are part of the national Rivers Trust movement, the umbrella organisation looking after most of the UK’s rivers. Wessex Rivers Trust is a young and dynamic organisation with strong growth in recent years. Together, staff and trustees have secured several long-term contracts and funding agreements that are transforming the scale of the Trust’s activities and their positive impact on our rivers. The annual turnover of the Trust has more than doubled over the last five years and the team has expanded to deliver its exciting portfolio of work.

The Trust Administrator is responsible for maintaining the core administrative functions of the Trust to ensure the smooth operation of the charity, enabling its mission to ensure healthy rivers for wildlife and people. Reporting directly to the Finance and Resource Manager, the Trust Administrator will work with a range of internal and external contacts to ensure routine business functions, human and physical resources, supporter liaison are working well. The role will involve working closely with a range of suppliers, stakeholders and the Estate from which the office is leased.

The role will require exceptional organisational skills, excellent interpersonal skills, an attention to detail, and working flexibly in an agile environment. Experience of organisational administration in the public, private or charity sector, and experience of HR, meetings administration and IT are essential while purchasing and negotiating with suppliers is desirable. A helpful and positive attitude is needed, as is a willingness to embrace flexible ways of working. Adherence to certain policies and procedures is essential, including requirements such as data confidentiality and upholding a culture of professionalism.

Whilst the role is predominantly aimed at internal support, including for Trustees and supporters, external liaison will be required with suppliers, funders, partners, and the public.