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Handa Island Ranger (fixed term)
Posted
Reference   (Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
Sectors Terrestrial / Aquatic Ecology & Conservation
Location Scotland (Central) - UK
Town/City Edinburgh
Salary Additional Information £13-15k per annum
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level First Level
Deadline 02/12/2009
Company Name Scottish Wildlife Trust
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Website Further Details / Applications
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Directory Entry : The Scottish Wildlife Trust has over 36,000 members throughout the country, and aims to protect Scotland's wildlife for the benefit of present and future generations.
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Description
An outstanding opportunity for a passionate, highly motivated and skilled person to ensure the effective day-to-day management of this remote and beautiful island and its 6000-plus visitors.

The successful candidate will:

* be able to work under their own initiative;
* be able to supervise and motivate a team of volunteers;
* have exceptional verbal communication skills to maintain relationships with stakeholders;
* have practical skills to carry out or arrange necessary maintenance on the island;
* have a thorough knowledge of seabird monitoring methodology and practice;
* have sound knowledge of marine and terrestrial natural history;
* be able to produce an annual report on the season's activities

This role demands a high degree of fitness and the ability to work out-of-doors in a remote location. Familiarity with Handa Island therefore would be an advantage as would a current driving licence.

Accommodation for the post is provided in the purpose-built Ranger's bothy.
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