Onwards and upwards - RSPB targets five more towns and cities where it believes it can boost membership

                                              

Carlisle - photo by  Graham Robson via Wikimedia Commons

AS of last Saturday when it held its AGM, the RSPB's membership stood at an impressive 1.2-million - 9,000 more than at this time last year.

But the charity is not resting on its laurels.

Since summer, it has been targeting a series of towns and cities in a determined recruitment drive.

The latest are:

* Carlisle

* Oxford 

* Driffield 

* Salisbury

* Stamford Bridge

In each of these towns, the society is seeking to appoint an 'income and conservation officer' to mount membership stands at shops, businesses, market and other locations where it believes there are those who might be coaxed into becoming RSPB members.

The salary for the posts is £24,890 - £26,720 per annum.

The job description states:  "Each day you will use your company van to travel to different venues around your local area, set up an attractive fundraising stand and spend the day actively engaging with members of the public, spreading awareness about our conservation efforts and generating new RSPB memberships via direct debits. 

"Don't worry if you're not a wildlife expert yet -  we provide comprehensive training to equip you with all the knowledge you need. 

"What is more, you will enjoy the added perk of a company van, with fuel and parking costs paid for. 

"What's even better, you will have the flexibility to choose a contract between three  to five days per week and enjoy the stability of a set salary rather than working on commission. 

"With 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) and opportunities for sabbaticals, we value your work-life balance and well-being." 

More details from:  stephen.louw@rspb.org.uk