Technical Analyst (GIS)

The Rivers Trust is a leading environmental charity and the umbrella body of The Rivers
Trust movement, comprising over 65 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 GIS professional with experience utilising the Esri stack of applications,
including ArcGIS Online. You will be working within our friendly and growing technical team
which supports integrated catchment management in the UK and the Island of Ireland.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting and far-reaching impact. You will
play a crucial role in driving technological transformation, enhancing expertise, and
facilitating knowledge sharing by networking and collaborating with a growing community of GIS
users across The Rivers Trust movement and wider partners.

This is a permanent, full-time, home-based role, with regular contact and meetings with
colleagues. You can be based anywhere in mainland UK, with some travel to meetings and
conferences mainly in England and Wales. We offer flexibility around working hours, including
the option of a 9-day fortnight – time off in lieu is also available. We offer 25 days holiday
pro rata (rising to 28 days) plus statutory holiday days. We are happy to make adjustments for
people with disabilities and/or caring responsibilities, and we welcome applications from all
communities.

Part time applications are also welcome with a minimum requirement of 0.6 FTE or 22.5 hours per
week – this could be worked over three, four or five days.

The salary for the role is £27,888 – £31,373 per year depending on experience (pro-rata
for part-time).

The main job responsibilities are:

• Providing GIS technical support across our growing portfolio of environmental projects,
  including supporting our Senior Technical Analysts in developing data portals for sharing data
  with our partners.
• Providing GIS support and training for our member Rivers Trusts in the UK and Ireland, and
  Catchment-Based Approach (CaBA) partnerships in England – this involves working with and
  communicating with people that have a wide range of technical abilities.
• Supporting the management of The Rivers Trust’s ArcGIS environment, including administering
  ArcGIS Online, managing user licences and monitoring credit usage. 

For the Technical Analyst (GIS) role we are looking for someone who has:

• Experience with the Esri stack of applications including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
• Experience delivering technical support services or training
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
  
• Attention to detail and ability to work well in a team
• A good understanding of how data and digital tools underpin collaborative action for the
  environment

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be based in the UK.

The following are helpful and may be used to decide who to invite for interview, please include
them if you have them:

• Degree-level education in a relevant field
• Experience of ArcGIS apps and extensions such as Experience Builder, Survey123, Field Apps
  and StoryMaps
• Understanding of catchment and/or freshwater science
• Experience with other GIS software packages such as QGIS
• Knowledge or experience of coding languages such as Python or R
• Experience of working from home

You will also be expected to follow all Rivers Trust policies, including GDPR, EDI and Health
& Safety and contribute to an inclusive and respectful working culture at all times. It is
essential that you have access to secure and private accommodation suitable for working for
home, and a reliable broadband connection.

To apply, please send us your CV, accompanied by a covering letter which highlights any
relevant skills and experience you feel would be well suited for this particular role.

If you have any questions which aren’t answered here or on our recruitment FAQ, please contact
Michelle Walker or Anneka France.

Closing date: Monday 29th January 2024

We will be reviewing applications regularly as part of an ongoing process while the job is
open.