Location
London

Hours
Full Time - 6 fixed-term contract, includes working 2 weekends a month and evening work.

Salary
£33,666

About the Role
The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity managing over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats, and historic buildings across eight Royal Parks in London. We are currently seeking a Volunteer Officer to join our passionate organisation. This role offers the opportunity to engage, inspire, and inform visitors about the parks’ rich natural and cultural landscape. As a Volunteer Officer, you will manage and develop the Volunteer Ranger Service in Richmond and Bushy Park, training and equipping new volunteers to engage the public on the parks' history, heritage, and wildlife. You will also collaborate with various volunteer groups, coordinate conservation activities, support corporate volunteering sessions, and contribute to the development of new and existing initiatives.

Experience
Proven experience of working with, managing, leading, and training volunteers, especially relating to visitor engagement and conservation. Experience of developing and delivering successful volunteer projects and programmes and working with partners.

About you
Excellent people skills including team working, negotiating, problem solving, and the ability to remain calm and decisive in challenging situations. Highly organised with the ability to prioritise a heavy workload, manage tasks simultaneously, and perform effectively under pressure. Awareness of and ability to advocate for equality, inclusion and diversity, health and safety, and safeguarding. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications
Other organisations may call this role Volunteer Services Co-ordinator, Volunteer Co-ordinator, or Volunteer Development Co-ordinator.