Waste Management Review (Internship)
States of Alderney and Alderney Wildlife Trust
Background
The States of Alderney, in collaboration with the Alderney Wildlife Trust, is seeking a motivated, environmentally-conscious individual to undertake a comprehensive review of waste management practices across the island. This is a short-term but critical assignment designed to support sustainable development, improve service efficiency, and inform future investment and policy decisions.
This role is particularly suited to a recent graduate (preferably with a Master's in Environmental Science, Waste Management, Sustainability, or a related discipline) seeking to gain practical experience through a meaningful and impactful project.
Alderney is the 3rd largest of the British Channel Islands, situated some 57nm from the UK and
8nm from France.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct an assessment of current waste management systems, including collection, disposal, and recycling operations.
- Analyze waste volume and type data from the past five years.
- Identify inefficiencies, gaps, and improvement opportunities in processes, facilities, staffing, and policies.
- Liaise with a range of stakeholders.
- Conduct site visits and public consultations, including surveys or focus groups as required.
- Produce an interim update and a final detailed report with practical, evidence-based recommendations.
Person Specification
Essential:
- A degree (ideally at Master’s level) in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Waste Management, or Sustainability.
- Strong research, data analysis, and report writing skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable development.
Desirable:
- Experience (academic or professional) in conducting environmental reviews or audits.
- Familiarity with UK and European waste management legislation and operational frameworks.
- Prior experience with stakeholder consultation or public engagement projects.
Support and Remuneration
- Return travel from the UK covered (up to £600).
- Accommodation arranged locally.
- Weekly stipend of £65.
We are seeking candidates who are looking to help Alderney transition one of the most sustainable and self-sufficient islands in the British Isles and would like to hear how you can help us achieve this.
If you would like further details regarding the role, you can contact States of Alderney Head of Operations: [email protected]
Please note we may not be able to respond to all applications and initial interviews will be undertaken remotely. We retain the right to commence interviews before the closing date, subject to candidate availability, and may decide to close the application period prior to the posted closing date, should a suitable candidate be secured.
About Alderney Wildlife Trust
The Alderney Wildlife Trust is one of the 46 Wildlife
Trusts working across the British Isles. Support from our members and volunteers allows us to
manage over 130 hectares of terrestrial land for wildlife - quite considerable on an island of only
800 hectares. We also manage over 20km of footpath to ensure public access to the Island's
countryside whilst minimising the impact on the wildlife that lives there. We work with the local
community to engage them with their natural environment in order to protect Alderney's wildlife for
the future.
The Alderney Wildlife Trust is one of the 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the British Isles. Support from our members and volunteers allows us to manage over 130 hectares of terrestrial land for wildlife - quite considerable on an island of only 800 hectares. We also manage over 20km of footpath to ensure public access to the Island's countryside whilst minimising the impact on the wildlife that lives there. We work with the local community to engage them with their natural environment in order to protect Alderney's wildlife for the future.
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