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Conservation Manager: species and habitats

From being virtually extinct in Cumbria, over the last three years Eden Rivers Trust has spearheaded a project to bring back ratty’ to Cumbria. Thanks to the combined efforts of staff, partners and volunteers, native water voles (Arvicola amphibius) are now starting to make their home by Eden’s rivers. Our ambition doesn’t stop here and we now have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced project manager to lead the expansion of this well-established programme; supported by a willing network of existing volunteers to make significant gains for water voles in Cumbria and across the North of England. This is a full-time role, offered initially for 3 years. You will: Lead our work to improve and increase high-quality riparian habitat in the Eden catchment in Cumbria, particularly focusing on wetland habitat; Manage the delivery of our expanding programme to the control of North American Mink (Neovison vision); Lead the reintroduction (and expansion from remnant populations) of native water voles and monitoring activity; and Manage the surveying and monitoring of another of Eden’s endangered species, the White-clawed crayfish. This role is ideal for you if you: Have successfully managed habitat improvement projects from inception to completion: planning, budgeting, execution, reporting and monitoring;Want to take the next step in your conservation career, focusing on species reintroduction and riparian habitat enhancement;Are not fazed by the practical aspects of invasive mink control, such as carrying out humane dispatch when required; Are physically fit and enjoy working outdoors, usually in remote areas in all weathers;Are used to working with a wide range of stakeholders and have the tact, diplomacy and relationship-building skills essential to ensure a successful outcome for wildlife. About us Enhancing and protecting the river environment at a landscape scale so that people and nature in Cumbria can thrive is at the heart of our work. By rethinking rivers for good, we are changing conversations, finding ways to work smarter and inspiring and empowering others breathe new life into our rivers. We believe in partnership, creativity and flexibility, and we are rooted in the Eden – working at ground level with local communities, land managers and businesses. Based in Penrith, you will work in the scenic rolling countryside of the Eden Valley and where it meets the fells of the north-eastern Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the North Pennines. How to apply Visit our website for more information on the role, the job description and to download the application form. https://www.edenriverstrust.or… For an informal discussion about the role, please call John Rattray on 01768 866788. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including under-represented groups. Deadline for applications: Monday 11 November, 2024, 12 noon. Interview process: Shortlisted candidates will undertake an informal 1‑to‑1 interview with the Head of Operations during the week of 11 November. Successful candidates will then be invited to a second interview in the week beginning 18 November 2024.

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Health & Safety Manager

This is a part time role working 22.5 hours (0.6FTE), to include a full day Monday and ideally four additional mornings 9am — 12.45pm. Bring your environmental passion for rivers to life! The South East Rivers Trust has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who is keen to gain more experience in river and catchment enhancement work — making a positive, lasting difference to the aquatic environment in the south east of England. The Role Are you experienced Health and Safety Manager looking to take on a challenging and rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills and the autonomy to make the role your own? Working from home, the office and across multiple sites throughout the South East, you will be at the heart of H&S, driving performance and shaping a positive safety culture. This is a new role within the South East Rivers Trust creating an exciting opportunity for the right person to shape and improve our health and safety. Using your knowledge, you will lead the development and improvement of H&S policies and practice, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. You will provide support and expertise, as well as identifying any gaps in our current systems and designing solutions to overcome them. You will have proven experience and relevant qualifications, ideally in a similar environment, excellent communication and organisational skills which can be utilised whilst working with all stakeholders. This varied role will see you working primarily autonomously, carrying out H&S inspection and audits, developing policies, investigating accidents and ensuring risk assessments are completed. If you are looking for a varied role in this field working for a charity whose aim is to have a positive impact on our environment, manage your own time and develop new skills, this role could be for you. About Us The South East Rivers Trust (SERT), is the river restoration charity for the South East of England. Our vision is that rivers across the South East are clean, healthy and rich in biodiversity. Our mission is to restore and protect rivers and their catchments against multiple threats and a dramatically changing climate. We do this by: delivering evidence-based and nature-based solutions on land and in rivers; inspiring and empowering more people to protect rivers for the future. Working at SERT is rewarding, fulfilling and busy. We work collaboratively and with passion, and this is reflected in our core values of: delivering high quality work, using expertise and scientific understanding, building good and effective relationships, and bringing positive energy to all we do. With rivers and catchments needing serious action to survive, our aims are growth and impact – so you’ll be comfortable with challenges and excited by change. If this sounds like an environment that you would thrive in, we would love to hear from you. If you are interested in applying for this role please see the full job description below. How to Apply: Please send the following documents to jobs@​southeastriverstrust.​org : Your CVa completed Application for EmploymentEquality and Diversity Monitoring Form (optional) The deadline for application is 11:59pm on 17th November 2024. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early. Interviews will take place week commencing 25 November 2024 If you would like to discuss the position please email jobs@​southeastriverstrust.​org with your enquiry and we will arrange to call you back. Please note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not sponsor applicants from overseas.

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Catchment Restoration Manager – River & Floodplain Restoration Lead

This is an exciting opportunity to create, manage and deliver a range of projects that focus on nature’s recovery within the Bristol Avon catchment. Bristol Avon Rivers Trust’s (BART) has grown its pipeline of projects significantly over the last year and as such the trust is looking to expand its project management capacity, through the recruitment of a Catchment Restoration Manager. About Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART) Founded in 2012, the Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART) is a charity that was established to restore and protect the rivers of the Bristol Avon. Our work is deeply rooted in using the best available evidence and is guided by an ecosystems approach,’ which considers the health and function of the entire catchment area, not just the rivers themselves. BART is a grassroots organisation born from the collective passion and concern of individuals dedicated to the wellbeing of our waterways. In 2012, a group of like-minded individuals began to realize their vision for the Bristol Avon’s rivers, setting the stage for what BART has become today. Now, with 15 employees and an annual turnover of around £1 million, we manage multi-year projects funded by a wide range of supporters, all aimed at preserving and enhancing the natural beauty and health of the Bristol Avon catchment. We collaborate with a diverse array of stakeholders — including landowners, local communities, businesses, farmers, and water companies — to safeguard and rejuvenate our rivers, lakes, estuaries, and coastal areas. This holistic stewardship benefits not only wildlife and the local economy but also people. Protecting our rivers can help farmers save money, lower costs for water companies, boost tourism, reduce the necessity for dredging estuaries, and enhance public health. In the face of the climate emergency and ecological crisis, our mission has never been more urgent. Building resilience within the Bristol Avon catchment is crucial to weathering these challenges. The successful post holder will join a growing and ambitious team to deliver a wide array of multi-benefit projects aimed at protecting and improving the health of the rivers throughout the Bristol Avon catchment. The Role The Catchment Restoration Manager will oversee and manage a variety of projects aimed at enhancing the health of our rivers for the benefit of both nature and people. This will be achieved through the operational delivery of projects in riparian and river habitats to improve and protect native species and ecosystems. Using best practice, evidence-based methods, you will complete current projects and engage in diverse tasks such as conducting catchment field surveys (ecological, water quality, and Nature-Based Solutions), developing projects, and managing the delivery of river restoration, and nature-based solution schemes. The post holder will support the Heads of Department and Chief Executive Officer in ensuring funding compliance and reporting to all relevant funders and partners. Additionally, they will scope new projects and collaborate with the Heads of Department to write funding applications, securing a pipeline of future projects. Key Responsibilities:Delivery and oversight of a range of catchment restoration projects, including river restoration, wetland creation and Natural Flood Management schemes.Manage project resources, budget and schedule, including recordkeeping.Work with the Heads of Department to ensure project costs are in line with overall project budgets and keep suitable records in line with the funding requirements and document retention policy.Provide line management to Project Officers and Project Assistants and actively promote the Vision, Mission and work of the Trust.Provide guidance and mentoring to support junior staff including line reports, in developing their technical skillsets.Create Project delivery plans and communicate this to internal and external audiences.Identify project risks and build mitigation for these into the delivery plan. Same for communications plans and budget.Scope tender documents and requests for quotation, including for technical aspects of work which may require input from colleagues within the Trust.Management of suppliers, contractors within CDM Framework.Identify and communicate with stakeholders necessary to secure permissions/​permits necessary to ensure successful delivery.Preparation and submission of applications to obtain consents to deliver work on the ground (including Environment Agency Permits, Landowner Agreements and Planning applications).Work with and coordinate a team of conservation professionals and volunteer network. across a variety of projects.Maintain and grow the Trust’s partnerships, with stakeholders, delivery partners and landowners.Contribute and in some instances, lead on the production of publicity and marketing materials.You may be required to carry out other duties and tasks as required from time to time for the efficient operation of the Trust. Candidate Profile EssentialPassion for nature conservation, with an excellent knowledge of UK river species and habitats and aware of the environmental issues impacting our rivers.You will have experience in delivering projects in the environmental, water or conservational sector (for example hydrology, engineering, fisheries science, or geomorphology).Environmental surveying experience (habitat surveys, water quality, land management etc.).Excellent project management skills, demonstrated through having managed multiple projects, contractors and procurement.A confident and clear communicator working with a variety of stakeholders and groups.Self-motivated, enthusiastic and decisive with an ability to follow your own initiative.Effective collaborator able to be a proactive and supportive member of the team.Confidence to engage and build relationships across organisations with differing objectives and priorities.Excellent literacy, computer, numeracy and report-writing skills.Full UK driving license and access to vehicle with full business insurance cover. DesirableKnowledge of the Bristol Avon Catchment.Experience in overseeing environmental improvement projects, in particular River Restoration, Natural Flood Management or Nature-Based Solutions including wetlands.Experience of working for a small organisation and the public or voluntary sectors.Working knowledge of GIS data systems such as ArcGIS.Practical river restoration experience.Proven track record of securing new business.Experience in the management and coordination of staff and volunteers.Association of a relevant Professional Body and/​or Educating Organisation demonstrating continuous professional improvement. General NotesThe position will be working from home with travel around the Bristol Avon Catchment.This position will from time to time require work during some evenings, weekends and public holidays to meet the needs of the post.You will need to be physically fit as the position will require occasional full day walkover surveys and implementation of river restoration in all weather conditions.We expect you to carry out your job responsibilities in an environmentally aware manner, ensuring as little damage to the environment as possible.Our aim is to ensure all resources are utilised effectively and efficiently.You will be expected to apply sound value for money’ principles and follow procurement guidelines in undertaking purchasing or supply of goods and services. Apply Interested parties should submit a CV and a one page covering letter explaining why you would perform well in this role and what you could bring to BART. These should be sent to: simon@​bristolavonriverstrust.​org Deadline: Midnight Sunday 17th November 2024. Interviews for this post will take place in the Bristol Avon catchment during w/​c 25th November 2024. Please note, due to limited resources you will only be contacted should you be successful in gaining an interview. We would like to thank you for your interest in this position.

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Trustee

The Rivers Trust is a leading environmental charity and the umbrella body of The Rivers Trust movement, comprising over 60 independent local charities. Our vision is for wild, healthy, natural rivers, valued by all. We are at a critical point in our history as we expand to deliver projects to protect and replenish this critical part of the natural environment, and our research and expertise is now needed more urgently than ever as water supply and quality move up the public agenda. We are looking for a Trustee to lead the governance of the Trust, oversee its management and to act at all times wholly and exclusively in its best interests. Remuneration and ExpensesThis is a voluntary, unpaid role.Out of pocket expenses are reclaimable for travel, subsistence and accommodation when required for attending board meetings and when agreed in advance for attendance at other events. ResponsibilitiesTo understand how the Trust benefits the pub​lic​.To ensure that the Trust is carrying out its purpose for the public bene​fit​.To ensure that the Trust complies with its Articles and all applicable legislation and reg​u​la​tions​.To ensure that the Trust applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects as defined in its Articles​.To act wholly and exclusively at all times in the best interests of the Trust and make informed decisions without fear or favour and without personal pre​ju​dice​.To set the strategy and undertake the strategic management of the Trust, whilst recognising the important separation of Trustee and executive respons​ib​il​it​ies​.To manage the Trust’s resources responsibly and ensure its financial sta​bil​ity​.To act with reasonable care and skill, including engaging external expert help when neces​sary​.To ensure proper accounting and statutory records are kept and filed on time​.To ensure the Trust is accountable through effective and efficient admin​is​tra​tion​.To protect and manage the property of the Trust​.To review and manage the risks faced by the Trust​.To ensure the proper investment of the Trust’s funds​.To approve the Trust’s policies​.To safeguard the reputation and ethos of the Trust. Collective TasksTo approve the business plan and budget annually and monitor progress against it​.To prepare and approve the annual report and accounts​.To review and approve financial policies and con​trols​.To review and approve all Projects and expenditure above the threshold or authorisation limit(s) set by the Board from time to time​.To review and approve other risk management controls, including any real estate mat​ters​.To appoint and oversee the performance of the Chief Executive​.To appoint the Chair and agree membership of sub​-com​mit​tees​.To review and approve conditions of employment where of a material nature (e.g. pensions).From time to time review the Board’s own performance. From time to time review and approve other relevant governance issues and take responsibility for oversight of a number of individual policies in conjunction with a member of the exec​ut​ive​.To identify potential partner organisations, donors and other useful contacts and effect introductions to the Executive where appropriate. Individual DutiesTo read papers, circulated a week in advance, before Board and other Committee meet​ings​.To attend meetings of Trustees which are held quarterly. We currently have 2 meetings in person, one of which involves an overnight stay with dinner; the other two are held online. Meetings typically last 3 – 4 hours depending on the agenda​.To play an active part in the Trustees’ meetings and delib​er​a​tions​.To contribute to productive, disciplined meetings by keeping to agenda topics and contributing succinctly and con​struct​ively​.To exercise due care and attention and use reasonable skill in dealing with the Trust’s affairs​.To use one’s own skills, knowledge and experience to help, or lead, the Trustees to reach sound decisions​.To avoid any conflict of interests and personal pre​ju​dices​.To sit on Committees or Advisory/​Steering Groups as reasonably required. Current Committees are the Business, Audit and Risk Committee and the Nominations and Remuneration Committee​.To advise the Trust at the earliest opportunity of any change of address​.To advise the Board of any potential conflicts of interest that may need to be disclosed. Person Specification General qualitiesCommitment to the purpose of The Rivers Trust.Commitment to equal opportunities and the promotion of diversity.Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to fulfil the role.Good, independent judgement and ability to think strategically.Prepared to speak their mind.Ability to challenge constructively.Not be disqualified from being a charity Trustee for any of the reasons set out in section 3.1 in this guide: The essential trustee: what you need to know, what you need to do — GOV​.UK (www​.gov​.uk) Specific skills and experience All candidates to be a Trustee of The Rivers Trust are required to demonstrate specific knowledge and experience in at least one of the following areas:Charity law and governance.River, water and environmental management.Charity fundraising.Leadership or management of a medium to large organisation.Financial management.Data analysis and/​or research.The management of change.Monitoring and evaluating performance in the commercial and/​or not for profit sector.Recruitment and human resources expertise, including employment legislation.Business development.Risk management.Marketing, media and PR. Everyone who works for us is expected to contribute to a respectful and inclusive working culture and follow our policies and procedures including Health & Safety, EDI, Cybersecurity and GDPR. To apply, please visit our careers site. Please note we can only accept applications made through this site, and not sent by email or other methods. If you have any questions not answered in the advert or on the Recruitment FAQ, please contact Mark Lloyd mark.​lloyd@​theriverstrust.​org — please don’t use this email address to apply as we can only accept applications made through this system. Closing date: Midday 13th November 2024

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Programme Manager (Lower Severn)

Here at Severn Rivers Trust, we are passionate about catchment scale restoration and have big ambitions to rise to the challenge, scaling both our conservation programmes and our work to better engage and educate the communities of the Severn, to the turn the tide on the restoration of this great River. We’re an agile organisation, with a can-do attitude and a willingness to take on new challenges. So, if you like to get stuff done, and want to be at forefront of ecological restoration, working along the UK’s longest river, then Severn Rivers Trust could be just the place for you. Our expanding portfolio of work means we have an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our Management Team, in the role of Programme Manager, to oversee our conservation programmes in the Lower Severn. Job title: Programme Manager (Lower Severn) Location of job: Hybrid working — home based with regular travel requirements throughout the Lower Severn region. Post holder reports to: CEO Salary: £35,400 – £41,800 per annum Position type: Permanent Working arrangements: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) or part time (min 3 days/​week) with flexible working approach. 28 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays Additional benefits: Discretionary annual bonus scheme 9% employer pension contribution A generous home working package, including mileage reimbursement from your home address plus monthly allowance. Two additional days annual leave awarded after two years’ service. Overall purpose of the job: The Programme Manager role will join our expanding Operations Team, taking the lead on overseeing the coordination of a diverse portfolio of catchment restoration programmes, from floodplain restoration to woodland creation to agricultural advice to fish pass infrastructure projects. You will oversee and coordinate an expanding team, with up to 5 direct reports. You will work closely with your team to support them in managing their individual projects, providing technical advice and general project management steer to ensure our programmes of work are delivered to a consistently high standard. Alongside operational management, you will lead the development of our work in the Lower Severn, helping to design new programmes of work, unlock funding sources, establishing partnerships to support delivery, and engage new audiences with our work. The role will be exciting, fast-paced and embedded with a dynamic, close-knit team of like-minded professionals. You will have the potential to make big impact and leave your mark on the recovery of Britain’s longest River. https://www.severnriverstrust.…

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