CJS Weekly, 16 November 2009 edition

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REF 3223-DIRECT-30/11 JOB HEARTWOODS CO-ORDINATORBE4 30/11/09 (noon) IV 3/12/09 LOC GREEN WOOD CENTRE, IRONBRIDGE GORGE WHSPAY 16000 21000 FOR THE SMALL WOODS ASSOCIATION

DES 4 year contract. Co-ordinate & record the activity involved in the delivery of a 1.3m woodfuel programme across theWest Midlands. The post will principally be an admin role although budget / financial control, record keeping, eventmanagement & marketing will also be key responsibilities. You will be a key member of a small team working with a number ofpublic, private & third sector delivery partners to develop the woodfuel industry across the West Midlands with a focus onimproving supply chain activity. BUT Experienced in admin & record keeping; some knowledge of financial management ;enthusiastic advocate for the project & able to organise people, events & activities. Abilities, enthusiasm & commitment todeliver a wide range of outputs incl support for othe team members. ASK www.smallwoods.org.uk/pages/home/job-opportunities.php Return applications to [email protected]

REF 3224-DAILY-23/11 JOB GARDENER

BE4 22/11/09 LOC OSTERLEY PARK, ISLESWORTH, MIDDLESEXPAY 16000 + OLW FOR NATIONAL TRUSTDES This incredibly rewarding role will include some of the duties you might expect formal flower gardening, turfcultivation & hedge cutting, & some you may be new to answering visitor questions, leading guided walks & looking aftervolunteer groups. All in all youll have fulfilling & varied days, which will see you making lots of people smile. Regular weekend& bank holidays working. BUT passionate gardener with horticultural experience; range of practical knowledge, RHSCertificate, NVQ2 in Amenity Horticulture or equivalent qualification. Above all, a love of what you do & a commitment to thework of the NT. ASK Ref: NT09/04226. www.nationaltrustjobs.org.uk

REF 3225-DIRECT-30/11 JOB REGIONAL MANAGER

BE4 TBC LOC CENTRAL & NE REGIONS OF SCOTLANDPAY TBC FOR SCOTTISH RURAL PROPERTY & BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONDES The SRPBA represents the interests of land owners, land managers, farmers & rural businesses throughoutScotland. An exciting opportunity has arisen to increase or regional profile, presence & impact & build close relationships withour membership, key stakeholders & influencers. Report to the General Manager (Regions) with flexible workingarrangements (including home working) possible. The role is wide ranging & challenging & spans most sectors in which ourmembers operate. 24 days annual leave + public holidays & contributed pension. BUT Enthusiastic & motivated &committed to securing a prosperous rural economy. Energetic self-starter & communicator. Full current driving licence &


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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly www.countryside-jobs.comto work alone. Current driving licence. Subject to CRB Disclosure. ASK Ref: 3593. 0161 253 5115 (24 hrs)www.bury.gov.uk/jobsandcareersREF 3227-DAILY-7/12 JOB BRUE VALLEY ADVISORY OFFICERBE4 4/12/09 IV 9/12/09 LOC TONEDALE MILL, WELLINGTONPAY 19000 21000 FOR SOMERSET WILDLIFE TRUST

DES Deliver our advisory & wide countryside work throughout the Brue Valley Living Landscapes Project area, part of theSomerset Levels & Moors, where SWT works with landowners to restore, recreate & reconnect wildlife habitat. You willperform an ambassadorial role promoting SWTs activities & services to the landowning community of the project area. Offeradvice on land management for conservation & apply for grants, including Environmental Stewardship, on behalf oflandowners. Contribute to SWTs comprehensive habitat survey of the project area. BUT Motivated & committedconservationist with a degree level qualification in a conservation / farming discipline. Strong communication skills & ability tounderstand & sympathise with landowners land management & business problems essential. Experience of working withwetlands desirable. ASK Chat: David Leach, 01823 652405. www.somersetwildlife.org [email protected] 652420.

REF 3228-DAILY-30/11 JOB GREENLINK COMMUNITY OFFICERBE4 27/11/09 IV 9/12/09 LOC SHOTTSPAY 17000 20000 + benefits FOR CENTRAL SCOTLAND FOREST TRUSTDES Immediate start until 31/12/10. Supporting the Greenlink Project Manager, help maintain the Greenlink as a valuedlocal resource & encourage its positive use through a programme of events, conservation action, health walks & partnershipactivity. Maintain a high positive profile for the project with formal partners & the public & support awareness of the projectthrough production of a newsletter. Substantial amount of outdoor working including walking & cycling. Some evening &weekend work. BUT Educated to degree level, ideally with 2 years experience in development & delivery of community-based environmental engagement projects, including experience of fundraising. Proven record of practical conservationexperience & a good knowledge of natural history. Health Walk Leader experience an advantage but not essential as trainingcan be given. Strong IT, financial management & report writing skills essential. Clean UK driving licence & vehicle. ASKwww.csft.org.uk/about/vacancies

REF 3229-DAILY-30/11 JOB MOTE PARK AUDIENCE DEVELOPMENT OFFICERBE4 30/11/09 IV 15/12/09 LOC MAIDSTONEPAY 21800 24841pro rata FOR MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCILDES 3 Years fixed term, 20 hrs / wk. New post playing an integral part in the Mote Park Regeneration Project. This 2.6mproject is based on the 4 main outcomes for Mote park of access for all, raising use & community ownership, restoring &protecting heritage & enhancing & restoring natural habitats. Produce & implement the Mote Park Audience DevelopmentPlan. This will involve consultation not only with current park users but also introducing new users to the park. Take the leadrole in the development f learning programmes for park staff & volunteers & give direction to groups of volunteers working inthe park. Some evening & weekend working. BUT Self-motivated, able to work on own initiative & prioritise work. EnhancedCRB check. ASK Chat: Jason Taylor, Parks & Leisure Manager, 01622 602753. Apply: 01622 [email protected] www.digitalmaidstone.co.uk

REF 3230-DIRECT-30/11 JOB HANDA ISLAND RANGERBE4 2/12/09 IV 14/12/09 LOC HANDA ISLANDPAY 13000 15000 FOR SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUSTDES 1/3/10 30/9/10. Outstanding opportunity to ensure effective day-to-day management of this remote & beautifulisland & its 6000+ visitors. Purpose built accom on the island. BUT Passionate, highly motivated & skilled; able to work onown initiative & to supervise & motivate a team of vols; exceptional verbal communication skills to maintain relationships withstakeholders; practical skills to carry out or arrange necessary maintenance on the island; thorough knowledge of seabirdmonitoring methodology & practice; sound knowledge of marine & terrestrial natural history; able to produce an annual reporton the seasons activities. Familiarity with Handa Island & current driving licence an advantage. Physical fitness & ability towork outdoors in a remote location. ASK [email protected] www.swt.org.uk H.R. Manager, Scottish Wildlife Trust,Cramond House, Cramond Glebe Road, Edinburgh EH4 6HZ

REF 3231-DAILY-30/11 JOB TEAM LEADER, LAND USE TEAM


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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly www.countryside-jobs.comessential. ASK Ref: EAY277. Chat: Bruce Davidson, Project Manager, 01290 426973. Apply: www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk01563 576553.REF 3233-DAILY-7/12 JOB HEARTWOODS WOODFUEL PROJECT OFFICERBE4 7/12/09 (noon) IV 14/12/09 LOC GREEN WOOD CENTRE, IRONBRIDGE GORGE WHSPAY 24000 27000 FOR THE SMALL WOODS ASSOCIATION

DES 4 year contract. To deliver a 1.3m woodfuel programme across the West Midlands to improve the woodfuel supplychain through Heartwoods, the West Midlands woodland initiative. BUT Good understanding of woodfuel & woodlandmanagement; able to demonstrate delivery of projects on time & budget. Knowledge, enthusiasm & commitment to deliver awide range of outputs incl training & advice. Able to inspire woodland owners & a team of woodfuel champions & help themdeliver feasibility studies & management plans. ASK www.smallwoods.org.uk/pages/home/job-opportunities.php Returnapplications to [email protected]

REF 3234-DAILY-7/12 JOB ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICERBE4 9/12/09 LOC BATTLESBURY BARRACKS, WARMINSTERPAY 22082 FOR MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

DES Focusing on supporting the delivery of integrated Rural Management Plans across the defence estate, provideprofessional advice & support to MOD environmental projects, ensuring a consistent approach to environmental planningissues. Support EIAs & Environmental & Sustainability Appraisals for projects which will require varied duties such as research& data gathering, quality assurance & report writing, together with handling enquiries Regular travel to liaise closely withinternal teams & external parties, helping to disseminate crucial initiatives, policies & legislation. BUT Solid communication& interpersonal skills; keen eye for detail & ability to interpret & communicate key information to a variety of audiences. Ideallybroad env knowledge & an understanding of env management planning & impact assessment / appraisals. Membership ofappropriate body i.e. IEMA an advantage. Good standard of education (A levels / NVQ Management 3 or 4) or equivalentclerical experience within the civil service. ASK Ref: 374179 www.civilianjobs.mod.uk 0800 345 7772.

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REF 3235-DIRECT-7/12 JOB TRAINING OFFICERBE4 4/12/09 IV 17/12/09 LOC THE NATIONAL FOREST, MOIRAPAY 17524 26039 FOR BTCVDES The post will involve training & assessing students in Level 1 & level 2 Diplomas in Env Conservation. BUT Relteaching / training & env quals, experience of delivering training, full driving licence & able to drive a minibus. ASK Ref:TONFC. www.btcv.org.uk [email protected] 01302 388844.

REF 3236/7-DAILY-30/11 JOB 2 x COUNTRYSIDE RANGERS

BE4 27/11/09 LOC WHITELEE WINDFARM / SPIERSBRIDGE OFFICEPAY 20603 22556 + allowances FOR EAST RENFREWSHIRE COUNCILDES 3 years fixed term. We are working with a range of partners to expand recreational access in the Whitelee area.Whitelee windfarm, currently Europes largest on-shire, will lie at the centre of an expanded network of access routes &provide a unique setting for access related recreational activities & outdoor pursuits. The project area is extensive, coveringparts of East Renfrewshire, South Lanarkshire & East Ayrshire. Support the implementation, development & promotion of theWhitelee Access Action Plan. BUT Experienced cside ranger with a range of practical, interpersonal & communication skills& abilities gained through involvement in cside recreation environmental or educational projects Enhanced CRB check


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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly www.countryside-jobs.comPAY 15000 17000 FOR RSPBDES Deliver an effective people engagement & events prog throughout the Region, the purpose of which is to raiseawareness of the natural env, increase the RSPB profile & increase support & membership for the RSPB. BUT Dynamicwith experience of organising events, sales experience & would be confident at selling RSPB membership. Should beoutgoing, assertive & a self starter with an interest in the env & the natural world. Previous experience of managing staff &

vols desirable. ASK Ref: 2041109 www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE to: Clare Bunyard, RSPB Scotland, 10 ParkQuadrant, Glasgow, G3 6BS

REF 3240-DIRECT-23/11 JOB PROJECT MANAGERBE4 23/11/09 (noon) IV 8/12/09 LOC WINCHESTERPAY 9600 for 80 days work FOR WINCHESTER ACTION ON CLIMATE CHANGEDES To work part time for 9 months to direct & organise a learning programme designed to engage members of faithcommunities in the issues of climate change. Our aim is to encourage all households & public, private & vol orgs inWinchester district to reduce their carbon footprint. BUT Essential: Basic knowledge of the science & probable impacts ofhuman caused climate change & appreciation of the benefits of low carbon living; good writing & interpersonal skills;experience of working professionally in training & / or adult education; organising experience; understanding of the main faithtraditions now practiced in England & sensitivity to the beliefs & interests of people of very varied backgrounds; good MSOffice & IT skills. Desirable: Experience of working with Boards & Committees & in or with faith communities; marketing /publicity skills & experience; experience of conducting surveys. ASK www.winacc.org.uk


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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly www.countryside-jobs.comeconomists, provide economic analysis & advice on a wide range of policy areas including agriculture, climate change, marine,& international financing. The team leads the RSPBs advocacy to influence policy change at Westminster, Brussels, & thedevolved administrations on fiscal & regulatory issues such as green taxes. BUT Degree in Economics & pref a higherdegree in a rel subject. First-rate written, oral, & analytical skills will make you the ideal candidate. ASKwww.rspb.org.uk/vacancies Julia Barker, Sustainable Development, [email protected].

REF 3243-DIRECT-30/11 JOB Northern Isles Volunteer & Farmer Alliance Project OfficerBE4 30/11/09 IV w/c 7/12/09 LOC ORKNEYPAY 16000 - 18000 pro-rata FOR RSPBDES 18.75 hrs per week, Contract until Dec 2012. Organise the Vol & Farmer Alliance Project in Orkney & Shetland.Involving arranging 20 farm surveys per year, by finding & pairing trained RSPB vols with farmers/crofters. An ability toenthuse a substantial body of farmers/crofters & vols & to participate in the Vol & Farmer Alliance project as well as dealingwith tact & diplomacy. BUT Applicants should have bird ID & survey skills, some understanding of farmland bird ecology &some knowledge of UK & Scottish agricultural policy & practice. Computerate (a working knowledge of GIS is desirable) &quick to learn new skills. ASK Ref: 2071109 www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE to: Morag Wilson, 12/14 North End Road,Stromness, Orkney KW16 3AG

REF 3244/6-DIRECT-23/1 JOB Three Part Time Community Development Co-ordinatorsBE4 23/11/09 LOC 2 X NOTTINGHAMSHIRE, & 1 X BEDFORDSHIREPAY YES above average but depending on experience & hours to discuss FOR THE GREENING CAMPAIGNDES Working with communities across Hampshire delivering the Greening Campaign. Full training will be provided. BUTSelf motivated, understanding of climate change is essential, experience of working with vols would be helpful, understandingof government structure desirable but not essential. Full driving licence, presentation skills, record keeping, IT skills word &email. ASK www.greening-campaign.co.uk Please send 300 words explaining why you are right for the job & your CV [email protected]

REF 3247-MONTHLY-30/11 JOB NATIVE WOODLAND SITE MANAGERBE4 3/11/09 LOC SCOTTISH BORDERSPAY 22000 24000 FOR BORDERS FOREST TRUSTDES To develop & deliver new native woodland initiatives, oversee establishment of existing native woodland sites & co-ordinate a team of woodland workers. BUT Forestry or related degree, suitable experience in project management &delivery, good knowledge of forestry, land management & conservation, IT literacy & own car. ASKwww.bordersforesttrust.org 01835 830 750

REF 3248-DAILY-21/12 JOB ASSISTANT FIELD OFFICER (BRECKLAND)BE4 18/12/09 LOC BRECKLAND, NORFOLKPAY 17000 18750 FOR NORFOLK WILDLIFE TRUSTDES To join our Breckland reserve management team to work on some of the Countys premier nature reserves. BUTWorking knowledge of the ecology & practical management techniques used to maintain heathland, grassland & wetlandhabitats & species; including mowing, cutting & use of machinery. Good communication skills & ability to work as part of ateam essential. ASK www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk A4 SAE (79p stamp) to Jen Palmer, Norfolk Wildlife Trust, BewickHouse, 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich NR11 1RY

REF 3249/51-MONTHLY-23/11 JOB CONSERVATION & PLANNING ADVISERSBE4 20/11/09 IV 22/12/09 LOC PETERBOROUGH / CAMBRIDGE or NORWICH / BURY ST EDMUNDS prefPAY Starting 19200 FOR NATURAL ENGLANDDES Give local authorities & other public bodies environmental & conservation advice; support land managementenhancements through environmental schemes; & work on partnership projects that give people better opportunities to enjoythe environment. By monitoring the condition of various sites, you will keep track of environmental improvements. We will helpyou build on your talents by teaching you about conservation management techniques, environmental legislation &conservation delivery. BUT Some familiarity with local ecology, protected species, landscape assessment of greeninfrastructure. Aware of SSSI & planning legislation. Natural team worker. Organised, IT-literate, good with people &passionate about the natural environment. ASK IRC 42695. [email protected] Email preferred. Natural England Recruitment, Shared Services Directorate, Zone A1,


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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly www.countryside-jobs.comREF 3254-DAILY-7/12 JOB BRUE VALLEY DEVELOPMENT OFFICERBE4 4/12/09 4pm IV 14/12 LOC WELLINGTON, SOMERSETPAY 23000 24500 FOR SOMERSET WILDLIFE TRUSTDES Full time 15 month contract with potential extension. Take forwards the Trust's plans for a living landscape in the

Brue Valley Living Landscape Project area. Partnership building will be a major task both in planning the creation of a LivingLandscape & in developing cooperation on practical land management. Oversee the development of a partnership owned plan& the strategic delivery of better connected habitat through land purchase & cooperative land management. BUT A creativethinker, capable of seeing the bigger picture, with an env degree & experience of building partnerships. Good communicationskills & a high level of initiative are essential. ASK Chat: David Leach 01823 652405 APPLY: [email protected] 01823 652420

REF 3255-DAILY-30/11 JOB CYCLE HUB PROJECT DEVELOPMENT MANAGERBE4 27/11/09 LOC LANHYDROCK, NORTH CORNWALLPAY c 25966 FOR NATIONAL TRUSTDES Fixed term for 3 years. To manage new off-road cycling projects at Lanhydrock, Cardinham Woods & Plymbridge,develop proposals & ensure everything is in place for eager visitors & families to set off & enjoy the new trails. Accountable forworking with a variety of people to help design the new facilities as well as manage the projects reporting & overalldevelopment. Manage contractors & lead the Hub Delivery Groups in both locations. Oversee all planning applications & takethe lead in stakeholder involvement. Occasional evenings & weekends. BUT Deeply enthusiastic about outdoor activities;fine communicator & a thought-provoking & inspiring leader who brings a strong influence. Proven track record in projectmanagement & nurturing key partner relationships; good evaluation & IT skills & a true love for the work we do. ASK Ref:NT09/04205. www.nationaltrustjobs.org.uk

REF 3256/65-DIRECT-28/12 LOC SHEFFIELDBE4 21/01/10 FOR SHEFFIELD WILDLIFE TRUSTJOB DESWildscapes Business Development Assistant Wildscapes is a Commercial Env Consultancy based within SWT.Support daily business operation, assisting in the development & delivery of sales, marketing & admin. Specific duties inclsome or all of: involvement in project workstreams, strategy development & business planning; dealing with general enquiries;support progress reporting; assist with market research to identify potential contacts & clients; undertake any other dutiesappropriate to abilities. BUT General office experience & working knowledge of MS Word, the Internet & email essential.Experience of working in a small team & an understanding of & interest in the env sector & social enterprise an advantage.2 x Park Landscape Assistants To carry out routine landscape maintenance & park developmentproject works as an active & enthusiastic member of the team, contributing to maintaining the security of all sites & the GreenEstate premises; maintain good standards of H&S for yourself, colleagues & the general public, incl all safety instructions fortools, machinery, equipment & the wearing of PPE & their good working order; maintain good internal & external relations &communications with vols, colleagues & the general public; undertake any other duties as requested by your supervisor. BUTReasonable physical ability; practical aptitude; enjoy working outdoors essential. Knowledge of H&S, knowledge & use oftypical hort machines desirable.Community & Education Assistant To assist in delivering a programme of community events, educationalactivities, school grounds projects & youth projects focused on the parks & green spaces of Sheffield & Rotherham. Specificduties will be flexible depending on skills & experience but will involve some of the following: working with schools deliveringchildrens play activities; supporting youth projects; running events; working with community groups; assisting our HealthyEating Project; any other duties appropriate to abilities. BUT Experience of working with 1+ of following an advantage:children; young people. Schools candidates should be willing to work outdoors & be approachable, polite & able to relate to arange of people. Basic IT skills, first aid cert & full driving licence desirable. Enhanced CRB Disclosure.6 Conservation & Biodiversity Assistant Duties incl assisting in some of the following: management of 11 naturereserves, incl areas of woodland, moorland & unimproved pasture, habitat management & other practical conservation tasks,working with trainees, vols & community members; ecological surveying & monitoring, incl botanical, breeding bird & mammalstudies; produce survey reports; develop land based projects by anticipating in project planning sessions, writing project plans& funding applications, carrying out background research & assembling supporting data & information. BUT Understandingof H&S principles & procedures. Experience of practical conservation work, incl construction of fencing, footpaths, dry stone


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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly www.countryside-jobs.comLandscape Architect The role will incl working on Landscape & Visual Impact Assessments for a variety ofschemes incl quarries, opencast coal sites, waste management facilities, wind farms etc., designing & detailing site restorationplans, undertaking 3D landform analyses, assisting on EIAs, producing aftercare management plans for agricultural,heathland, grassland, forestry & wetland habitats, producing presentation plans & leaflets, making woodland grant application& producing landscape works / maintenance contract specification. Would suit someone nearing or recently achieved fullchartered status. BUT At least Licentiate or Chartered Member of the LI & 3+ years experience working as a landscapearchitect or similar; experience of using & good understanding of AutoCAD & Photoshop (or similar); good understanding ofnative flora & of the UKs & Irelands ecosystems & keen to develop skills. Ability to undertake tree surveys to BS5837:2005an advantage. Both: Excellent report writing skills. PAY Attractive package. ASK CV & covering letter outlining salaryexpectations to Mr. Sid Lambert, Crestwood Environmental, The Technology Centre, Wolverhampton Science Park, GlaisherDrive, Wolverhampton WV10 9RU 01902 824037.

REF 3291-DIRECT-23/11 JOB TEMPOARY ASSISTANT WARDEN TEIGN VALLEYBE4 23/11/09 LOC NORTH DARTMOOR, DEVONPAY 6.82 per hour FOR THE NATIONAL TRUSTDES 3 month contract starting Jan 2010. Practical outdoor work within small teams, principally woodland management,estate maintenance, conservation projects & supervising vols. BUT App Cside qual & rel experience desirable. Drivinglicence essential. NPTC chainsaw CS30,31 essential. Exp. Use of machinery, local knowledge desirable & demonstrablecommitment to nature conservation. ASK Ref: ND/TAW/209 Chat: Mick Jones 01626 834748 APPLY:[email protected] A4 SAE The National trust, Home Farm, Parke, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, TQ13 9JQ

Voluntary Opportunities, all current volunteer adverts are available online:

REF VOL-DIRECT-7/12 JOB CAMPAIGNS VOLUNTEERBE4 N / A LOC THROUGHOUT WALES

PAY Travel expenses FOR RSPB CYMRUDES To raise the profile & build support for our regional, national & international campaigns. Your tasks would inclgathering public support (e.g. signatures for pledge cards, petitions), raising awareness of our campaigns alongside RSPBstaff members & promoting campaigns in your local community. You will improve your knowledge of key issues that affect ournatural world, & gain experience of promoting campaigns within the largest nature conservation org in Europe. Fantasticopportunity to be involved in effecting change regarding some of the most pressing issues which affect us today. BUTFriendly & approachable people who are enthusiastic about env campaigns & comfortable discussing these issues with a wideaudience. Creative & proactive approach, infectious & inspiring passion, friendly & helpful manner on the phone & face toface; excellent communication & IT skills. ASK / Chat Alys Edwards, 02920 353015 [email protected]

REF VOL-DIRECT-30/11 JOB COMMUNITY MARKETING OFFICER (VOLUNTARY)BE4 N/A LOC HOME BASED, HUNGERFORD, BERKSHIRE AREAPAY Rel Training FOR LEADER IN THE NORTH WESSEX DOWNSDES Raise awareness about LEADER money to people across the target area. We need a dynamic vol to reachcommunity groups, rural businesses with hot ideas, farmers ready to diversify & people ready to start their own enterprises.We need to connect to media in the region & we have our own website to maintain. BUT Good people & writing skillsessential. Experience in PR & marketing advantageous. Experience in composing website text & managing content anadvantage. Training provided. Must be able to work & travel independently across the project target area. ASK CV [email protected] 01488 685440 www.northwessexleader.org.uk

REF VOL-DIRECT-21/12 JOB RESERVES TRAINEE (VOLUNTEER)BE4 18/12/09* LOC BICKLEY HALL FARM, CHESHIREPAY Expenses & Training FOR CHESHIRE WILDLIFE TRUSTDES *Short listed candidates will be invited to complete a trial day to assess suitability. 12 month fixed term placement.Involves working at nature reserves throughout Cheshire. Join the Estates & Land Management Team as trainees assistingwith the management of the nature reserves, livestock & wildlife friendly farm. Gain practical nature conservation skills & workexperience ideal preparation for a career in conservation. BUT Keen interest in wildlife & conservation willing to commit2+ days per week. Gain rel quals & undertake training for which a small budget is available. Good interpersonal skills & able to


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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly www.countryside-jobs.comDES To assist staff with practical conservation, maintenance & project work. Practical skills training provided in house,with certified training incl Brushcutters, First Aid, 4x4 Off road driving & more. The property is within the North Devon AONB &much of the property is SSSI for its flora, fauna & geology. The property has very diverse habitats ranging from coastline,parkland, saltmarsh, Culm grassland, woodlands & meadows. It also contains many archaeological features such as hillforts &limekilns. BUT Enthusiastic with an interest in the env & conservation. Driving licence essential. ASK Chat: GreggWilson, 01237 441976 CV & covering letter to [email protected]

CJS Jobs Digest, (a review of adverts from other sources, published during the past week):

REF 3268-WENVA-23/11 JOB PLANNING LIAISON TEAM LEADERBE4 20/11/09 LOC HUNTINGDON, CAMBSPAY 30723 + MFF1 (2847) FOR ENVIRONMENT AGENCYDES / BUT Lead the planning liaison team to deliver results to achieve / support env goals. Recruit, develop & motivateteam members; plan, monitor & control resources; establish & maintain relationships with internal & external customers,understand their activities & promote & enhance EA goals & reputation. ASK Ref: IRC43831/ANG

http://powered.jobsgopublic.com/environment-agency/jobs 0845 601 2233.

REF 3269-WSEPA-23/11 JOB ASSISTANT ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION OFFICERBE4 24/11/09 LOC VARIOUS, SCOTLANDPAY 19686 22165 FOR SCOTTISH ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION AGENCYDES To assist in the regulation & enforcement of a range of env legislation incl protection of the water env (controls onpoint source discharges, engineering, abstractions & impoundments), emissions from prescribed processes, storage,treatment, transfer & disposal of controlled waste (excluding radioactive) & use of sealed radioactive sources. Assessapplications for env permits. BUT HNC or equiv essential. Rel degree & sound knowledge of env legislation desirable. 1+year's pollution control experience essential. Computerate. ASK www.sepa.org.uk

REF 3270-WGUAR-23/11 JOB Campaign For The Farmed Environment Communications OfficerBE4 23/11/09 (4pm) LOC STONELEIGHPAY 23625 30478 pro rata FOR NATIONAL FARMERS UNIONDES 12 months, possible extension, 20 hrs / wk. Work closely with the project Co-ordinator & communications staff toensure consistent communications about the Campaign on the website, in the press & in national & regional publications.BUT Educated to A level standard or equiv with a further communications qual & some knowledge of agriculture, experienceworking with partner orgs & dispersed groups of people. Project management experience & experience of writing pressreleases, publishing to the web, writing & co-ordinating publications & organising events. ASK [email protected] Nadia Parveen, 02476 858736.

REF 3271-WNATENG-23/11 JOB CONSERVATION ADVISER FOR THE WEST OF ENGLANDBE4 23/11/09 IV 3&4/12/09 LOC BRISTOLPAY Starting 23000 FOR NATURAL ENGLANDDES Deliver land management improvements to increase opportunities for people to enjoy our natural env throughagreeing schemes with farmers, land managers, land owner & other public bodies. Make land management decision & identifykey issues on casework & during site visits; monitor, review & report on delivery; work collaboratively with the team & widerregional colleagues, & externally. BUT Knowledge of ecology & land management; knowledge & experience of SSSImanagement & the objectives of designated areas; sound knowledge & experience of using corporate IT systems whichsupport the work of the team. ASK Ref:IRC42612. www.naturalengland.org.uk [email protected] 0845

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Royal Assent for the Marine and Coastal Access Act.Following todays Royal Assent for the Marine and Coastal Access Act, Natural England has heralded the legislation as marking a landmarkmoment in the history of countryside access and as a once in lifetime opportunity for marine conservationPoul Christensen, Acting Chair of Natural England, said This country has one of the finest coastlines in the world but access to it is currentlya lottery, with many sections lacking a secure, satisfactory path. The Marine and Coastal Access Act represents a giant step towards sortingout, once and for all, the piecemeal, stop-go nature of coastal access.N t l E l d t l dit h fi d th t thi d f E l d tli d t tl h f d th


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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly www.countryside-jobs.cominnovative, stimulated by complex problems. ASK Chat: Colm OReilly, 020 7936 9588 or Garfield Cameron, 020 79369667. App pack: Alpine Executive, [email protected]

REF 3273-GUARDIAN-30/11 JOB DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRSBE4 ? LOC SWINDONPAY YES FOR THE NATIONAL TRUSTDES / BUT Make sure our actions are being seen & our voice heard & that we continue to play a role in influencingpublic opinion & governmental policy. ASK www.SceneAndHerd.org.uk

REF 3274-GUARDIAN-30/11 JOB TRAVELWISE CO-ORDINATORBE4 30/11/09 LOC LIVERPOOLPAY 32829 35877 FOR MERSEYTRAVELDES Manage the programme & lead the Travelwise team. The programme incl an integrated social marketing campaigninc research, travel plans, marketing of sustainable travel modes & managing Merseysides highly successful cycle trainingprogramme. BUT Rel degree or equiv with knowledge of effective communication strategies & the ability to manage multipleprojects with tight deadlines. Experience in budget management, partnership working in the public sector & knowledge oftransport policy & wider policy contexts essential. ASK www.LetsTravelWise.org A4 SAE to Personnel Division,Merseytravel, 24 Hatton Garden, Liverpool L3 2AN www.merseytravel.gov.uk

REF 3275-NEWSCIENTIST-30/11 JOB SENIOR SYSTEMS MANAGERBE4 2/12/09 1pm LOC THETFORD, NORFOLKPAY 32645 36273 + pension FOR THE BRITISH TRUST FOR ORNITHOLOGYDES Support & develop the BTO IT infrastructure, be responsible for supporting over 10000 online users & 100 BTO staff,& be part of a small team developing on a Solaris/Linux/Windows env. BUT Successful track record of building & managingintegrated systems & of working in rel area of computing. An interest in ecology advantageous. ASK Ref: NS/09-6-CJSVicky Percy 01842 768215 [email protected] www.bto.org/vacancies

REF 3276-BELFASTTELE-7/12 JOB Chairperson of The Northern Ireland Biodiversity GroupBE4 4/12/09 5pm IV w/c 4/01/10 LOC BELFASTPAY 9740 FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENTDES Commencing 1/02/10. Appointment up to 3yrs with possible extension. Promotion of public & business awareness of& involvement in biodiversity conservation, monitoring of & reporting on progress with implementation of the Northern IrelandBiodiversity Strategy & participating in EU & UK biodiversity action. BUT Must be able to demonstrate knowledge &experience of biodiversity conservation as well as communication skills, leadership qualities & representational skills. ASKhttp://www.doeni.gov.uk/index/protect_the_environment/natural_environment/biodiversity.htm Alan Hamilton, Planning &Natural Resources Division, Department of the Environment, Calvert House, 23 Castle Place Belfast BT1 1FY 028 [email protected] Fax 028 90254732 Textphone 028 90540642 CVs / other papers not accepted.

REF 3277-BELFASTTELE-30/11 JOB EVENTS OFFICERBE4 27/11/09 LOC BANGORPAY 12500 14500 pro rata FOR WOODLAND TRUSTDES 18 Hrs per week. 9 mths maternity cover. Help organise & manage events, vols & contractors ensuring max publicinvolvement in Tree For All activities ranging from tree planting events to woodland walks. Role incls planting trees,encouraging vols, talking to groups, attending appropriate env fairs & more. BUT Previous event management experience,pref working with community groups/schools, ability to devise inspirational progs for events & publicity materials to go withthem. Excellent organiser & team player, enthusiastic & passionate about the aims of the trust. Flexible working hours incl

weekends & evenings & will need suitable transport t visit locations Province-wide. ASK www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/[email protected] CVs not accepted. Please quote CJS when applying.

REF 3278-TES-30/11 JOB 0.6 TEACHER ANIMAL CAREBE4 26/11/09 noon LOC SALFORDPAY 20624 35199 pro rata FOR SALFORD CITY COLLEGEDES Join a successful & highly motivated team. You may have the opportunity to deliver on a wide range of courses from


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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly www.countryside-jobs.comdiscipline, ability to participate in multi-disciplinary projects & vision for the exchange of knowledge at the science policyinterface essential.Hydrologist (MA30/09-CJS) 26610 29556 With experience of analysing transport processes tocontribute to multidisciplinary research on issues concerning management of water resources in catchments. PhD inHydrology or rel subject, or equiv commercial experience essential along with strong understanding of hydrological processesat catchment scales incl runoff generation, flooding mechanisms & tracing sources of water.Environment Scientist (MA26/09-CJS) 21098 23442 Researcher to work on predicting the response ofsoil, water chemistry & freshwater ecology to future scenarios of global change. Degree or equiv in env / numerate scienceessential with an interest / background in data analysis & modelling.Environmental Data Coordinator MA27/09-CJS) 21098 23442 Researcher to work on the development & operationof a GIS & database system to receive, analyse & display data from a number of research & monitoring sites. A minimumHND qual in env / numerate science with demonstrated knowledge of ESRI GIS software & relational databases.ALL: ASK Human Resources, Macaulay Land Use Research Institute, Aberdeen AB15 8QH 01224 [email protected]

REF 3284-TES-30/11 JOB LECTURER IN ANIMAL SCIENCEBE4 26/11/09 LOC SOUTHEND-ON-SEAPAY 21000 28000 FOR SOUTH EAST ESSEX COLLEGEDES Fixed term contract until July 2010. Working in the Faculty of Applied Science & Technology specifically on theAnimal science progs. Work alongside a highly motivated group of people your duties incl developing the range of animalshoused within College & off-site animal experiences. BUT Hold rel qual & ideally have teaching experience. CRB check.ASK www.southend.ac.uk HR & Recruitment Adviser, South East Essex College, Southend Campus, Luker Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex SS1 1ND 01702 220402

REF 3285-HORTWEEK-30/11 JOB PARKS TECHNICAL OFFICERBE4 30/11/09 IV 16/12/09 LOC MAIDSTONEPAY 19620 22294 FOR MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCILDES Key duties will involve the preparation & review of Management Plans, liaison with other Council Officers on S106Agreements, design & implementation of planting schemes, dealing with issues raised by customers, admin of GIS assetrecords & working with community groups. BUT Rel professional qual in Landscape Management / Amenity Hort, highlydeveloped IT skills, good communication & interpersonal skills & ideally have some experience of GIS. Experience of workingin hort rel discipline is key & some experience or knowledge of local government desirable. ASK Chat: Jason Taylor, Parks& Leisure Manager 01622 602753 Apply: 01622 602555 [email protected] www.digitalmaidstone.co.uk

REF 3286-HORTWEEK-30/11 JOB TECHNICAL & SUPPORT SERVICES MANAGERBE4 27/11/09 noon LOC HAMPSTEAD HEATH, HIGHGATE WOOD, QUEEN'S PARKPAY 38200 44840 incl allowances FOR THE CITY OF LONDON COPORATIONDES Provide technical support, manage major open air projects & head up a small team providing operational support forthe whole division. BUT Effective communication with people & orgs, sound business management incl financial control,project management & computerate. Will have significant open space experience at senior management level. Required towork 1 weekend in 4. Accommodation provided. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act & is subject toCRB check. ASK Ref: OS036-CJS CVs are not accepted. Chat: Simon Lee, Superintendent of Hampstead Heath, 020 73323322 Apply: www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/jobs Corporate Recruitment Unit 020 7332 3978 (24hrs)

REF 3287-HORTWEEK-30/11 JOB GARDEN & PARK MANAGERBE4 30/11/09 LOC TIVERTON, DEVONPAY 27500 29500 + benefits FOR THE NATIONAL TRUSTDES At Knightshayes Court work with one of the finest plant collections in the world, develop a garden & park & visitorexperience. BUT Exceptional plant & conservation knowledge. Heading up a talented, enthusiastic team, develop &maintain the gardens & park to the highest prof hort standards. NVQ L3, City & Guilds 3 or National Diploma in Amenity Hortor equiv. ASK Ref: NT09/04242- CJS www.nationaltrustjobs.org.uk

REF 3288-WSHN-23/11 JOB NATURE CONSERVATION REVIEW OFFICER


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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly www.countryside-jobs.comfield work & animal handling & tagging; communication & computing skills; physically fit; driving licence. ASK Ref: 071-015.www.snh.gov.uk 01463 725182.

REF 3290-FARMERSWEEKLY-30/11 JOB PRINCIPAL OFFICER (LAND MANAGEMENT)BE4 27/11/09 LOC SOLIHULLPAY 30700 FOR ENVIRONMENT AGENCYDES Your work will maximise the benefits & minimise the impact of land management to protect land, water & air.Influence farmers & local orgs to tackle diffuse water pollution from fertilisers & soil erosion, working with others to reducegreenhouse gas emission from farming & improve waste management, water efficiency & manage flood risk on farms. BUTGood understanding of farming essential. Some expertise in a rel field like soil of nutrient management. Excellent projectmanagement & communication skills; able to travel all over the Midlands. ASK Ref: IRC43795/MDS.http://powered.jobsgopublic.com/environment-agency/jobs 0845 601 2233.

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