RSPB

Assistant Warden – Inishcreenry

Reference: OCT20255280
Location: Inishcreenry Reserve, Upper Lough Erne, Co Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
Terms: Full Time, Fixed-Term contract until 31st July 2029 (42 Months)
Salary: £27,123.00 - £28,956.00 Per Annum

About the Role

This PEACEPLUS funded Assistant Warden role is a fantastic opportunity to support the development and delivery of a management plan for our newest reserve in Nothern Ireland.

The post holder will contribute to making sure that the reserve fulfils its potential as an exemplar wetland located within the Lough Erne landscape that can be used to inspire and inform others. They will be managed by the Inishcreenry Warden, and will support the recruitment and management of volunteers for the reserve.

PEACEPLUS is a cross-border funding Programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) and supported by the European Union, the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Government of Ireland, and the Northern Ireland administration.

About the Reserve

Purchased thanks to funding, Inishcreenry is a 60 ha Area of Special Scientific Interest (ASSI) on Upper Lough Erne. It supports a range of habitats, including species rich grasslands, wetland habitats and wet woodland. It previously supported high numbers of breeding waders, and the site team will work to ensure the waders return. The site is part of the Upper Lough Erne SPA, SAC and Ramsar site, and also supports other key species, such as cryptic wood white and Irish hare.

The assistant warden will support the warden in setting up the reserve, helping to implement the management plan. They will also play a key role in recruiting and developing a volunteer work party to support reserves management. Other roles include supporting monitoring activities and engagement events, particularly targeted at the local farming community and policy makers.

Additional Information:

The successful candidate will have a solid background in estate management, leading volunteer work parties, as well as a good knowledge of habitat management techniques and natural history ID skills. They will assist in record keeping and data entry for the reserve

This role will involve lone working and working in remote locations, working in all weathers and the Assistant Warden will be willing to work flexible hours such as the occasional weekend, early morning and evening working.

Closing: Monday 15th December

To complete your application online please CLICK HERE

Closing Date: 15/12/2025  Location: Inishcreenry Reserve, Upper Lough Erne, Co Fermanagh