Wildlife Fundraiser in Inverness

Are you passionate about nature and confident talking to people? Looking for a rewarding seasonal role where every day feels different? Join our RSPB Fundraising Team in Inverness, where you’ll help inspire public support for nature. This could be an ideal opportunity for students or those seeking recurring seasonal work. Please only apply if you are in the local area (unless you are willing to relocate) — Each day you can expect to be travelling to venues and events around Inverness including shifts at our Loch Garten Reserve.

Responsibilities:

• Travel to local venues using a company van (fuel and parking covered; average travel time up to one hour each way).
• Set up engaging and eye-catching fundraising stands.
• Chat with the public about nature and the charity’s mission.
• Inspire people to support us through regular giving.

You’ll spend your days outdoors, meeting new people, and making a tangible impact for wildlife. It takes confidence and resilience - but it’s incredibly rewarding.

What’s on Offer:

• Full training provided - no wildlife knowledge required.
• Stable salary (not commission-based).
• Company van for business use (all fuel and expenses covered).
• 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays, pro rata).
• Flexible working options - 3, 4 or 5 days per week.
• Supportive, inclusive team culture.
• Potential opportunity to return each summer.

What We Need from You:

• Passion for people and conservation.
• Confidence engaging with members of the public.
• Resilience and positivity when faced with challenges.
• Comfortable working outdoors and independently.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel on average up to one hour each way from home.
• Fundraising, sales or customer service experience (desirable).
• Availability to work 3 out of 4 weekends per month.

Additional Information:

• Fixed-term, until early September 2026 with the potential to return each year.
• Start date: February/March/April 2026.
• Induction and training provided at RSPB HQ, Sandy, Bedfordshire (travel and accommodation covered).
• Active fundraising season runs April to September.

The Charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The charity is committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve this vision of creating a world richer in nature, the team need more people on nature's side and more diverse people. People of colour and disabled people are underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.