Volunteer Officer
Quick answer
The Royal Parks is seeking a Volunteer Officer to manage volunteers for habitat management tasks and develop one-off flexible volunteering opportunities in Richmond and Bushy Park, London, with a salary range of £34,743 - £37,500 per annum.
- Role
- Volunteer Officer
- Organization
- The Royal Parks
- Location
- Richmond Park & Bushy Park, London
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £34,743 - £37,500 pa depending on experience
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Volunteer Officer role involves managing volunteers for habitat management tasks and developing one-off flexible volunteering opportunities in London’s Royal Parks, including Richmond and Bushy Park.
What you'll do
- Manage volunteers for habitat management tasks
- Develop one-off flexible volunteering opportunities
- Support the Volunteer Assistant role
- Champion volunteering best practice, inclusivity and diversity
- Plan, develop, deliver and evaluate volunteer projects and programmes
- Write volunteer role descriptions, work plans, policies and risk assessments
What it takes
- Proven experience of working with, managing, and training volunteers
- In-depth knowledge and practical skills in conservation, park, horticulture or nature reserve management
- Awareness of equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding
- Excellent people skills including team working, negotiating, problem solving
- Operational use of Microsoft Office, CRM systems and other IT solutions
- Commitment to The Royal Parks’ values of being responsible, excellent, inclusive, open and respectful
What you'll bring
How we treat you
26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, hybrid/ agile working options, pension scheme, private medical insurance, employee assistance programme, learning and development opportunities, cycle to work scheme
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Richmond Park & Bushy Park, London.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £34,743 - £37,500 per annum depending on experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include proven experience in managing and training volunteers, in-depth knowledge of conservation, and excellent people skills.
How do I apply?
Apply via the button shown on the job posting.
Is the job remote?
The job is hybrid/ agile, with some in-office work required.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Royal Parks's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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