RSPB Scotland starts recruiting for what it says is "a dream job" based in Shetland

                                                     

Yell - island of fantastic birdlife (and sheep). Photo: Mike Pennington via Wikimedia Commons 

  

RSPB Scotland says it has a "dream job" on offer.

It is seeking to recruit a site manager for its  office in Shetland - famed for its beautiful scenery, its welcoming islanders and its superb birds (including regular stop-offs by rarities such as, this month's Siberian Thrush).

The salary on offer is in the range of £39,205 - £41,856.

Says the job description: "Working in some of the most stunning scenery in the UK, surrounded by a special landscape and sensational wildlife, we are looking for a site manager to help lead our varied and exciting work programme  in Shetland. 

"RSPB in Shetland operate across a vast area, managing 15 sites, all with their unique species, habitats and management requirements. 

"These include mire habitats for breeding Red-necked Phalaropes,  basin fen habitat for Curlews and vast seabird colonies at the southern tip of these stunning islands. 

"We have ambitious plans to reverse declines in certain species with habitat restoration and management, as well as maintain and increase populations of some of the UK’s rarest avian species."

It continues: "Working with a warden and an assistant warden, the site manager will have a core focus on three main peatland sites in Yell, responsible for accessing funding through appropriate routes, such as Peatland Action, in order to deliver peatland restoration."

Responsibilities will include

* Production/delivery of reserve management plan.* Developing, organising and controlling on-site activities to maximise conservation outcomes.

* Overseeing safe and compliant management of all site operations, * Compiling and supporting the management of the site budgets to ensure financial compliance and delivery of RSPB objectives.* Working  with fundraising colleagues to secure external grant/funding income 

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Sunday October 26.

More information is available from: kevin.kelly@rspb.org.uk