Cat Welfare Engagement Officer

Cats Protection; Kirkintilloch; Presencial; GBP 33 000 - 40 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible working options

Learning and development opportunities

26 days annual leave plus bank hols

Resumo da oferta

Cats Protection in Central Scotland is seeking a Cat Welfare Engagement Officer to improve cat welfare by influencing human behaviour and leading community projects. You will build strong relationships with local vets, animal welfare officers, community leaders and volunteers, coordinating with internal teams to align aims and amplify impact.

The role offers flexible working, 26 days’ annual leave, a contributory pension, health and wellbeing support, learning opportunities and travel across the

Qualificações

• Proven experience of leading operationally on community projects within a charity setting.
• Experience applying human behaviour change principles to drive improvements in community settings.
• Understanding of the charity sector and experience working with volunteers.
• Knowledge of devolved nations' communities and culture, especially regarding animal welfare and community engagement.

Responsabilidades

• Improve the lives of cats by working with people and organisations to influence behaviours.
• Lead a plan that promotes better cat welfare through human behaviour change.
• Build relationships with local vets, animal welfare officers, community leaders and volunteers, coordinating with internal teams.
• Act as a visible ambassador for Cats Protection at events and meetings to raise awareness and support.

Conhecimentos

Community project leadership

Behaviour change principles

Volunteer coordination

Devolved nations awareness

Full UK driving licence

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Team: Cat Welfare Engagement

Location: Central Scotland with frequent travel

Work pattern: 35 hours per week, 9am to 5pm with occasional evenings and weekends

Salary: Up to £36,327.99 per year

Contract: Permanent

We are the UK's largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Cat Welfare Engagement Officer:

• Improve the lives of cats in the devolved nations by working with people and organisations that can make a difference
• Develop and lead a plan that encourages better cat welfare by influencing how people behave and make decisions (human behaviour change). This will support our operational roles and our 'All for Cats' strategy
• Build strong relationships with local vets, animal welfare officers, community leaders, and other groups. Also working closely with internal teams and volunteers to make sure everyone is aligned and working towards the same goals
• Act as a visible ambassador for Cats Protection at events and key meetings, raising the profile of our work and building support for our mission

About the Cat Welfare Engagement Team:

• The Cat Welfare Engagement Team sits in the Cat Welfare Department, who are responsible for developing understanding, guidance and assurance around cat welfare, and disseminating this knowledge across the organisation and beyond
• The Cat Welfare Engagement Team are responsible for supporting Cats Protection in influencing society to improve lives of cats. They do this by:
• Working closely with the wider organisation to ensure that we influence and engage with society in a way that represents and supports cats' needs and helps to improve the lives for cats

What we're looking for in our Cat Welfare Engagement Officer:

• Proven experience of leading operationally on community projects within a charity setting
• Significant and demonstrable experience of working with human behaviour change principles to drive continuous improvement within in a community-focused setting
• Understanding of the charity sector and significant experience working with volunteers
• Understanding of the appropriate devolved nation's communities and culture, particularly in relation to animal welfare and community engagement
• A full UK manual driving license and comfortable driving a small van

What we can offer you in a role where your work helps improve cats' lives:

• Health and wellbeing support to help you stay well while working remotely
• Flexible working options to support a healthy work-life balance
• Ongoing learning and development to help you build your skills and grow your career
• 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• A competitive contributory pension scheme and life assurance for peace of mind
• Learn more about our full reward package: here