Planning Volunteer (Ashfield)
OFFERED BY:
CPRE The Countryside Charity - NottinghamshireLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: This is a home-based opportunity How many places are on offer? 1 initially
Purpose of Role:
Volunteering with us is a fantastic way to help us champion environmental issues such as the climate emergency, renewable energy, biodiversity and sustainable transport.
With your support we can do even more! Planning volunteers have an essential role in responding to planning applications in Ashfield district on behalf of CPRE.
With your support we can do even more! Planning volunteers have an essential role in responding to planning applications in Ashfield district on behalf of CPRE.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
By volunteering with us you’ll be helping to find positive solutions for the issues facing the countryside and the environment. By applying your skills and experience you can make a real difference and be a central part of a friendly and passionate charity.
As a planning volunteer you’ll be investigating planning applications which impact the countryside and helping us to influence their outcome. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to national consultations and policy development.
We’re ideally looking for volunteers with an interest in the planning system and environmental and countryside issues. Please look at our other opportunities to find one that’s just right for you.
What you will be doing
Investigating planning applications with an impact on the countryside
Preparing and submitting responses to influence the outcome of planning applications and appeals
Visiting the local planning offices and proposed development sites to look at plans and record details
Liaising with parish and district councils and other conservation bodies
Seeking to influence Local and Neighbourhood Plans
Building relationships with local organisations such as AONBs, to influence their management plans
Liaising with the planning team and policy committee at National CPRE to contribute to consultations and policy development
You may be asked to attend district committee meetings as part of this role
What's in it for you
Use your skills and experience to contribute to the success of our charity and make a positive difference to the countryside
Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team
Enhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience
We’ll support you to develop in your volunteering role and provide you with relevant training
We’ll give you a reference for your future work or volunteering
Get involved with social events and workshops on a local and national level, including the annual CPRE conference
The opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day at CPRE’s national office in London or a regional centre
We provide out-of-pocket travel expenses
As a planning volunteer you’ll be investigating planning applications which impact the countryside and helping us to influence their outcome. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to national consultations and policy development.
We’re ideally looking for volunteers with an interest in the planning system and environmental and countryside issues. Please look at our other opportunities to find one that’s just right for you.
What you will be doing
Investigating planning applications with an impact on the countryside
Preparing and submitting responses to influence the outcome of planning applications and appeals
Visiting the local planning offices and proposed development sites to look at plans and record details
Liaising with parish and district councils and other conservation bodies
Seeking to influence Local and Neighbourhood Plans
Building relationships with local organisations such as AONBs, to influence their management plans
Liaising with the planning team and policy committee at National CPRE to contribute to consultations and policy development
You may be asked to attend district committee meetings as part of this role
What's in it for you
Use your skills and experience to contribute to the success of our charity and make a positive difference to the countryside
Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team
Enhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience
We’ll support you to develop in your volunteering role and provide you with relevant training
We’ll give you a reference for your future work or volunteering
Get involved with social events and workshops on a local and national level, including the annual CPRE conference
The opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day at CPRE’s national office in London or a regional centre
We provide out-of-pocket travel expenses
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Some knowledge of the countryside and environmental issues
Previous experience in the planning sector and knowledge of the planning system are helpful in this role
An eye for detail and an interest in investigative work
A willingness to visit the local planning office and proposed development sites
Happy carrying out tasks independently and as part of a team
Good written and verbal communication skills
Access to a computer and the internet at home and be comfortable using them
Be able to commit to volunteering regularly to suit your availability with occasional attendance at meetings
Previous experience in the planning sector and knowledge of the planning system are helpful in this role
An eye for detail and an interest in investigative work
A willingness to visit the local planning office and proposed development sites
Happy carrying out tasks independently and as part of a team
Good written and verbal communication skills
Access to a computer and the internet at home and be comfortable using them
Be able to commit to volunteering regularly to suit your availability with occasional attendance at meetings
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
Please talk to us about your access needs
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?
A couple of sessions
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? No