Senior Projects Officer (Training and Volunteering) s2

Wildlife Supporter Officer

Context

The Trust operates throughout the traditional county of Yorkshire (i.e. all of the Yorkshire and Humber region except North Lincolnshire) from the Humber to the Pennines and from the Dales and Moors to the urban conurbations of the south. It is the second oldest of the 47 Wildlife Trusts, which work in partnership to cover the whole of the UK. Our purpose is to lead the way in achieving our vision of a Yorkshire rich in wildlife for everyone. We will do this by being passionate leaders and natural partners whose objectives are to:  demonstrate how nature works  inspire people and communities to value and take action for wildlife  champion wildlife and our work and to enable this by:  growing our resources through inspiring people to value our work  knowledge sharing, cooperation, flexibility and effectiveness and  ensuring excellent governance.

Activities that the Trust undertakes are nature reserve management of 95 reserves covering more than 2,500 hectares scattered across the region, specialist projects in river and wetland management, community development and environmental education activities, publicity and promotion and campaigning and policy work.

The Trust employs more than 120 staff (equivalent of 96 F/T staff) and, crucially, enjoys the support of 40,000 members. The staff work through four teams: support services; development; and two conservation delivery teams – north & east and south & west. Each team has a director who reports to the Chief Executive who is responsible for the operations of the Trust and, in turn, reports to the Board of Trustees who govern the organisation.

The conservation delivery teams are then divided into regional teams which are led by a Regional Manager who reports to the Director of the delivery team.

The Trust engages more than 900 dedicated volunteers and voluntary trainees in its work and all employees are expected to encourage, develop and support volunteer involvement wherever possible.

Increased membership and the income this generates is fundamental to the long-term development of Yorkshire Wildlife Trust. This post will contribute to sustained membership growth and fulfils the key strategic objective to grow our resources, raise our profile and increase our influence through a diversity of recruitment methods. In addition, the post holder is an ambassador and advocate for the Trust’s work throughout Yorkshire. Wildlife Supporter Officer

Job Description

Outline Responsible to: Wildlife Supporter Manager Responsible for: Volunteers where appropriate

The Wildlife Supporter Officer works directly for Yorkshire Wildlife Trust to recruit long-term new members through face to face recruitment in pre-agreed areas in Yorkshire, preferably close to the recruiter’s home. The post-holder will engage with members of the public at a variety of pre-booked events and venues, promoting and securing new supporters for the Trust.

From time to time the post holder may be required to work at other locations at the Trust’s direction for which reasonable out of pocket expenses will be paid in accordance with Trust policy. Payment for membership recruitment will be made at a basic salary for agreed targets and a generous rate of commission for any further signings; two new memberships per day are required to cover the basic salary. Targets are set monthly based on contracted hours and performance (including recruitment less any cancellations) is subject to regular review.

Membership recruitment (Face-to-Face)  To research new venues for recruitment, contact and book them  To recruit new long term members for Yorkshire Wildlife Trust face-to-face at Trust reserves, events and any other agreed venues, preferably on monthly Direct Debit  To encourage these new members, where valid, to agree to the Gift Aid scheme  Responsible for the collection and safeguarding of new member personal details

Fundraising  To accept and keep secure any donations made to the Trust and ensure these are promptly banked and thanked

Other  To maintain fundraising materials to a high standard and accuracy  To maintain fundraising equipment in good condition  Promote the Trust whenever possible and provide accurate information about its work  Abide by all Trust policies  To undertake appropriate training as agreed by the line manager  Undertake other duties as requested by your line manager and in line with the post Wildlife Supporter Officer

Person Specification

Experience

 Relevant experience in sales, fundraising or other target-based role Essential

 Experience of working alone with minimal supervision Desirable

Knowledge and Understanding

 A knowledge and affinity with the Trust’s work Desirable

 Knowledge of (or willingness to develop) and enthusiasm for nature Desirable conservation and environmental issues

Skills and Qualifications

 Good organisational skills Desirable

 Good administrative skills Desirable

 A full driving license Essential

Personal Qualities  Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimum Essential supervision  Target driven and tenacious Essential

 Professional attitude Essential Wildlife Supporter Officer

Details

Terms and Conditions

Salary: £15,450 per annum (pro rata) for the first two signings per day plus commission (starting at 62% and rising to 72% once targets met consistently) on any additional signings over this target less any memberships where the Trust fails to take a first payment.

Commission will be paid monthly in arrears for signings in excess of agreed minimum targets. Targets are set monthly based on contracted hours and are subject to a monthly monitoring and review (tacking into account recruitment and any cancellations) process with the Supporter Development Manager.

Hours: Flexible hours 2 to 5 days, Monday to Sunday. The nature of the post’s duties requires weekend work and some evenings. Paid overtime is not available, but time off in lieu will be given.

Holidays: 25 working days per annum in addition to normal public holidays, pro rata for part time workers.

Pensions: You will be eligible to be enrolled into the Trust’s Group Flexible Retirement plan. The Trust will comply with its statutory obligations on auto-enrolment at the appropriate time and employee contributions will be increased in line with any statutory changes and deducted from your wages. Further details can be obtained from finance.

Childcare The Trust operates a Childcare Voucher Scheme. Details of which are Vouchers: available on request.

Employee The Trust provides paid staff with access to an Employee Assistance Assistance Programme. This is a confidential service which aims to provide staff with Programme: support for a range of issues. Further details are available from the HR and Training Manager.

Notice Period: Generally 4 weeks following satisfactory completion of a 6 month probationary period.

Place of Work: You will be allocated to the nearest YWT office to your home. This will be where you can do your administration and venue booking.

Travel: You will be expected to get yourself to the office or your recruitment venue yourself. Public transport is encouraged where practical. Pool vehicles are available should you be required to travel between Trust offices. 27.5p per mile will be payable for travel costs over and above your normal commute. Training: The Trust is fully committed to personal development and training.

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 7 March 2017.

Interview dates: Tuesday 21 March 2017.