Volunteer Ranger Assistant

Title: Handa Assistant Ranger
Status: Volunteer, full time, finishing end of August/early September (precise dates to be arranged)
Location: Handa Island, Sutherland (free accommodation provided)
Closing date: Ongoing recruitment as potential volunteers apply
Be part of a small close-knit team of Handa staff and volunteers delivering visitor and conservation management on Handa Island. The Assistant Ranger role is wide ranging and will cover practical work, visitor engagement, monitoring  and lots of other tasks that are necessary to support our work on the island.

Placements on Handa provide the successful applicant with valuable experience and networking opportunities, with many volunteers subsequently moving into paid opportunities within the sector.

What we are looking for:

• ability to handle the rigours of living and working in close proximity with others over a long period
• candidates who “wear well” with others and can work as a team
• sense of humour and positive outlook

What you will get in return:

• a lasting magical experience that should be the highlight of your year
• a wonderful work environment
• an opportunity to immerse yourself in nature