Vacancies
Find out about volunteer vacancies here!
Currently, we are recruiting for the following positions (scroll down to see further details for each):
Conservation Leaders
Applications close 28th April 2024
Funding Officer
Applications close 6th May 2024
Treasurer
Applications close 6th May 2024
Conservation Leaders
Do you care about wildlife and want to do something to make a difference?
Would you like to share your passion for the environment with others?
Want to gain experience in the conservation sector and learn new skills?
We are looking for Conservation Leaders to join our team. Could it be you?
As a volunteer Conservation Leader with Plymouth Environmental Action (PEA) you will work as part of a friendly and supportive team developing and leading practical conservation events in and around Plymouth. You will spend your time teaching people about the environment and trying your hand at a variety of practical conservation skills, such as tree planting and maintenance, species and habitat surveys and marine conservation activities, as well as improving your wildlife ID expertise. You will also have the opportunity to get involved with funding applications for new projects and planning new events. You will gain excellent work experience that will be valued by employers, and develop a range of transferable skills such as leadership, team-working and event planning. Many of our Conservation Leaders have gone on to find employment in the environment/charity sector after their time volunteering with PEA.
What we are looking for in a Conservation Leader:
Our Conservation Leaders are enthusiastic and enjoy leading conservation projects outdoors. You will have excellent communication skills, a passion for the environment and be able to engage well with people. You may also have experience leading groups or working with volunteers. We are looking for Conservation Leaders who can lead one conservation event per month and attend our monthly committee meetings to assist with planning and organising events.
Conservation Leader responsibilities:
Organising and leading practical days with groups of volunteers (mainly at weekends, but may include weekdays).
Driving the minibus to and from the project site, picking up volunteers on the way.
Fundraising and promoting the organisation at community engagement events and university fairs.
Training volunteers and future conservation leaders.
Attending committee meetings to organise future events, develop new projects and take on basic organisational responsibilities to keep PEA running smoothly.
What we need from you:
Essential:
A love of the environment and the ability to work with conservation volunteers.
Willing to spend time leading projects outdoors (sometimes in remote locations).
Be able to communicate with and connect well with others.
Have time to dedicate at least 1 practical conservation event per month for a minimum of 12 months and 1 committee meeting a month.
Have held a clean driving licence for at least 2 years and a willingness to drive the minibus.
Desirable:
Practical Conservation or countryside management experience
Experience managing groups of people outdoors or working with volunteers
Have time available during the week (can be evenings) for administration tasks
Experience in writing funding applications
A qualification in Countryside Management, Biological or Environmental Science, or related subject
Please click here to apply. You will be asked to upload your CV as part of the application process.
If you have any problems using our application form, please email us at plymouthenvironmentalaction@hotmail.co.uk.
Deadline: Midnight 28th April 2024
Interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing the 6th May.
Funding Officer
(Applications close 6th May)
Do you care about wildlife and want to do something to make a difference?
Would you like to use your communication skills and experience in funding to help nature?
We are looking for a Funding Officer to join our team. Could it be you?
As a Funding Officer for Plymouth Environmental Action (PEA), your main role will be to research and apply for grants and work with our committee to plan conservation projects and events. You will use your excellent written communication skills to excite potential funders about our work enabling our organisation to keep working for nature and for people. In this role you will be part of a small, friendly team and gain experiences with every new conservation project.
What we are looking for in a Funding Officer:
You will have a passion for the environment, as well as excellent written communication skills and an ability to work well in a team. Previous experience in writing funding applications is preferred, but transferable skills and experiences will be considered. We are looking for a Funding Officer who can commit to attending our monthly committee meetings and spend time researching and applying for grants. Being based in or near Plymouth would be preferable in order to build a local network, and would also offer the opportunity to combine this role with that of a Conservation Leader, if desired (please see separate role description). However, this role could also be performed remotely by the right candidate.
Funding Officer responsibilities:
Researching grant opportunities for PEA
Applying for grants, with assistance from the committee
Working with the Treasurer and other committee members to develop budgets for grant applications
Working as part of the committee plan and develop new projects and events
Attending monthly committee meetings
What we need from you:
Essential:
A love of the environment and the ability to work well with others
Excellent written communication skills
Willingness to dedicate time to researching and writing funding applications throughout the year
Ability to attend monthly committee meetings to organise future events, develop new projects and take on basic organisational responsibilities to keep PEA running smoothly
Desirable:
Experience of writing funding application, or similar transferable skills
Experience of creating budgets
Experience of volunteering or working in the conservation or non-profit sector
To apply: Please send your CV and a short (max 300 words) cover letter to: plymouthenvironmentalaction@hotmail.co.uk.
Deadline: Midnight 6th May 2024
Interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing the 13th May 2024.
Treasurer
(Applications close 6th May)
Do you care about wildlife and want to do something to make a difference?
Would you like to use your financial skills to benefit nature?
We are looking for a Treasurer to join our team. Could it be you?
As the Treasurer for Plymouth Environmental Action (PEA), you will work as part of a friendly and supportive committee to assist in managing the running of the organisation. You will use your financial and accounting skills to oversee PEA’s finances, including monitoring the bank account along with a second signatory, managing the payment of invoices and expenses and keeping track of income and expenditure. You will also have a role in monitoring the spending of external funding and will be expected to report on finances to the committee at our monthly meetings.
What we are looking for in a Treasurer:
You will have a passion for the environment, as well as good financial management skills and an ability to work well in a team. You may also have experience in managing the finances of a small organisation. Some experience of working with committees or non profit organisations would be beneficial, but not essential. We are looking for a Treasurer who can commit to attend our monthly committee meetings and spend time each month to monitor and briefly report on the finances of our organisation. Being based in or near Plymouth would be preferable, in order to build a local network, and would also offer the opportunity to combine this role with that of a Conservation Leader if desired (please see separate role description). However, this role could also be performed remotely by the right candidate.
Treasurer responsibilities:
Overseeing PEA’s bank account, including monitoring income and expenditure and updating the committee regularly.
Ensuring invoices and payments are made in a timely manner.
Along with the Project Officer, preparing and sending out invoices to landowners and companies who use our services.
Preparing and delivering an annual financial summary at the AGM.
Attending monthly committee meetings and work with the committee team to develop funding budgets and costings.
What we need from you:
Essential:
A love of the environment and the ability to work well with others.
Experience in managing finances, preferably in a small organisation.
Willingness to commit time regularly each month to completing these tasks and keep the committee updated.
Desirable:
A qualification in book-keeping, finance or accounting
Experience of volunteering or working in the conservation or non-profit sector
Experience in writing funding applications
To apply: please send your CV and short (max 300 words) cover letter to: plymouthenvironmentalaction@hotmail.co.uk.
Deadline: Midnight 6th May 2024
Interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing the 13th May 2024.