Wildlife Support Officer (Face-to-Face Membership Recruiter)

Wildlife Supporter Officer (Face-to-Face Membership Recruiter)

Wanted in the following locations: Staveley Nature Reserve, near Harrogate;
Moorlands Nature Reserve, near York; Dearne Valley Country Park, near Barnsley; or Stirley,
near Huddersfield

£21,900 per annum pro rata plus commission (increases to £24,999 per annum pro rata plus
commission after successful probation period)

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust are looking for chatty and confident nature lovers to join our
successful team and inspire the public to take urgent action for wildlife and wild places
through membership.

You will be on the very front line of our charitable nature conservation mission, utilising
your strong sales skills and your friendly and persuasive personality to encourage people to
give us their financial support to bring about nature’s vital recovery.

A typical working day will revolve around enthusing everyone you meet to take small and
manageable steps to becoming a force for nature. You will work at a variety of events and
locations across Yorkshire, including our very own nature reserves, farmers’ markets, shopping
centres, country shows and major festivals. Here you will pass on your passion for our
charity’s work and inspire people to support us with the help of a fully-branded gazebo and
interactive display set up.

Experience in sales and fundraising within either the private or charity sector would be a
distinct advantage, through full training and support will be given. You will represent us in a
professional manner at all times, understand and adhere to fundraising regulations and keep up
to date with our work by conducting your own research and attending team meetings, both
virtually and in-person.

To be successful in this role, you must have your own vehicle with business insurance.

How to apply:

Please submit an up-to-date CV and supporting statement. When writing your supporting
statement, please refer to the person specification within the job description, and ensure you
describe your relevant knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the role. Ideally, your CV
and supporting statement should be in an editable format, such as Word, so we can anonymise
your documents prior to the short-listing process. Please DO NOT include any
personal details (name, address etc) within your supporting statement.

Closing date: Tuesday 16 April 2024 at midnight

Interview date: Monday 29 April and Tuesday 30 April 2024 

Please note that applications received after the closing deadline may not be considered. The
Trust regrets that it is unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications.

We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences
and identities. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where
everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We want our people to
flourish, just like nature.