We are delighted to have the opportunity to offer a part-time paid position as a Training and Engagement Officer with Kildare Wildlife Rescue. This position is offered for a 12 month period and will be reviewed periodically.  As this opportunity was made possible thanks to a grant from Heritage Organisations Support Fund 2025, the successful candidate will be required to document their work and its impact for review by The Heritage Council.

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Time Period, Hours and Pay

• Start date: Immediate
• Duration: 12 months
• Pay: €15 per hour
• Total amount of funding allocated for the 12 month period:  €16,000
• Hours and schedule: Flexible. There will be an estimated 80 - 90 work hours a month available for this position. Work hours will be scheduled at least a week in advance.
• Type of payment: The successful candidate will be on KWR's payroll, details of gross vs net salary and annual leave TBC‍
• Location: Kildare Wildlife Rescue, Grey Abbey Rd, Greyabbey, Kildare, R51 X338 and a variety of locations when delivering training and representing KWR in schools, community groups, government bodies and other institutions.

Duties and Responsibilities

The core aim of ‘Training & Engagement’ is to provide ongoing training to existing volunteers as well as engaging with the wider community and offer training in a professional capacity.

• Represent KWR internally and externally in a professional and positive manner
• Proactively engage with the wider community and identify training opportunities for KWR in a professional capacity
• Provide, plan and communicate training opportunities to existing volunteers on an ongoing basis through means such as ‘Lunch & Learns’ and monthly workshops
• Support Manager and Shift Leaders with areas identified for training either as a group activity or on a one-to-one basis
• Liaise with and support on-site trainers in relation to training required for new volunteers
• Develop, deliver and maintain training material & presentations in line with KWR values
• Approve and offer work placement to students and volunteers seeking shorter work placements with KWR

Requirements

• Previous experience working or volunteering with wildlife
• Strong commitment to animal welfare and wildlife conservation
• Self-motivation and diligence
• Able to work independently as well as part of the team
• Able to follow instructions and unafraid to seek guidance when unsure
• Able to work under pressure while maintaining a calm demeanor
• Good communication skills both in person and written communication
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Experience in presenting material in person and online
• Adherence KWR's protocols, policies and guidelines
• Maintaining professional working environment
• This role is a part-time position requiring flexibility within the working week and locations