Land-Use Planning Volunteer

We are looking for volunteers with an interest in land-use planning and its impact on the Gloucestershire countryside.

By volunteering for CPRE Gloucestershire, you’ll help us find positive solutions to threats facing our precious countryside. By applying your skills and acquired experience, you can make a real difference and be a vital part of an inclusive charity which is committed to its objectives and to professional standards of work.

What you will be doing

• Assessing planning applications with a potential impact on the countryside, drafting written representations to the relevant planning authority and, if necessary in appeal cases, to the Planning Inspectorate.
• Contributing to CPRE's input to consultations by planning authorities on review of their Local Plans.
• Building relationships with other environmental organisations and, where appropriate, submitting common views in order to maximise influence.
• Contributing to policy formulation within CPRE Gloucestershire.

You will be joining an experienced team who will be able to offer guidance and briefing when necessary.

What you need for the role

• A commitment to protection of the countryside and a strong interest in the wider rural environment.
• Ability to rationally analyse detailed documentation in order to identify key issues for CPRE.
• Good communication skills, including an aptitude to express written and verbal views clearly and concisely.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.
• Access to a computer and the Internet at home.
• Ongoing commitment to the task, within the time which you are willing and able to allocate.
• Previous experience in the planning sector and knowledge of the planning system are highly desirable, but not essential if you possess the right aptitude. Briefing and guidance on the role will be available.

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.
• A reference for your future work or volunteering.
• Get involved with social events and workshops at a local and national charity level.
• The opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day with CPRE’s National Office.
• Re-imbursement of necessarily incurred expenses.