Bird Wise Engagement Officer

Thanet District Council; Thanet District; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization in the UK is looking for 2 Engagement Officers to promote wildlife conservation along the East Kent coast. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, experience in public engagement, and a qualification in environmental sciences. The role involves educating the public on coastal ecosystems and adapting behaviors to prevent disturbance to local bird species. Candidates must also be comfortable working in various weather conditions and undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Experience in public engagement and speaking is essential.
• Comfortable working alone in remote stretches along the coast.
• Ability to work in various environments, including unfavourable weather.

Responsibilities

• Educate the public about the importance of the coastline.
• Engage creatively with all age groups.
• Undertake an Enhanced DBS check for employment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Public engagement experience

Team player

Education

Qualification in environmental sciences or equivalent

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

2 Roles - one is permanent, and the other is a 2-year fixed-term contract.

Our coastline is a vital home, resting point and migratory route for many bird species that are present in internationally important numbers. The conservation of these species is a priority.

The Bird Wise team is looking for 2 Engagement Officers with great communication skills and good knowledge of our local wildlife (predominantly bird species) to help us educate members of the public about the importance of our coastline and how they can adapt their behaviour to prevent bird disturbance. The ideal candidate should have experience in public engagement and speaking, as well as a good understanding of coastal habitats and processes, particularly those of the East Kent Coast.

To engage with the public, candidates must possess excellent communication, negotiation, and consultation skills. The role also involves finding creative ways to engage with all age groups. Candidates must be comfortable working alone on remote stretches along the East Kent coast and also be effective team players. The ability to work in various environments, including unfavourable weather conditions, is essential.

The Engagement Officers will ideally have a qualification in the environmental sciences or equivalent and they must have GCSE English and Maths. They must also be passionate about wildlife conservation.

Due to the nature of the role the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as part of their pre-employment checks.

For more information about this role, please see the attached Job Description or, if you have any questions or would like an informal discussion, please contact Gregory Bessant, SAMMS Officer- Bird Wise Lead [e-mail]