Organisation Royal Yachting Association Salary up to £30,000 Location Hamble, Southampton Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 27 July 2025 Interview date 4 August 2025 Job Description Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: up to £30,000 per annum
Full Time: 35 hours per week
Location: Hamble (hybrid working)

Do you have a passion for protecting the environment and promoting sustainability on the water? The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is seeking a dedicated Environmental Programme Officer to lead environmental outreach and programme delivery within our Sustainability team in the External Affairs Department.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Provide accurate environmental guidance to members, clubs and centres, and maintain up-to-date resources on the RYA website.
• Develop and deliver outreach activities, workshops and resources that inspire sustainable boating practices.
• Support and coordinate a network of volunteers to lead environmental initiatives.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and regional teams to deliver impactful programmes and events.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of environmental programmes using data and feedback.
• Represent the RYA at meetings and events, maintaining records and supporting team activities as needed.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact in recreational boating and environmental protection.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:
• A genuine passion for environmental conservation and sustainability
• Knowledge of environmental issues in recreational boating
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confident presenting and running outreach sessions or workshops

• Experience working independently and within a team
• Highly organised with excellent time management

Desirable:
• Interest or experience in sailing, powerboating, or inland cruising
• Familiarity with topics like climate change, pollution, invasive species, or marine wildlife and habitats
• Experience in volunteer recruitment, training, and supervision.
• Full UK / EEA driving license
The RYA offers a range of benefits which include:
• 36 days holiday including public holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Birthday Day Off
• 10% RYA contribution to a personal pension scheme
• Free life insurance
• Discounts platform for retail, entertainment, holidays & gym membership
• Two paid volunteering days per annum
• Free charging point for electric vehicles whilst on your working days at the office
• Social events
• RYA membership

How to apply https://www.rya.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies