RSPB NI: Two week residential opportunity at Portmore Lough

Fancy a two week working holiday or some work experience on a beautiful wetland nature reserve this summer?

We are looking for short term residential volunteers to help with infrastructure maintenance, species and habitat monitoring, and visitor engagement at Portmore Lough nature reserve, and other reserves around Lough Neagh over spring and summer. We need enthusiastic people to join our brilliant team of reserve volunteers under guidance from the reserve wardens. Fun and biscuits provided.

When

We have a short term residential volunteer space left for two weeks between 19th - 30th May, or between 16th -27th June 2025

What's in it for you?

There is no charge to take part in the scheme. It is your responsibility to cover the cost of your transport to and from the reserve, and to provide and cover the cost of your food during your stay.

The RSPB will provide accommodation, together with basic services, free of charge for the period you are volunteering, and cover any expenses incurred as a necessary part of your work on the reserve.

This is a remote site but the cottage is situated close to the reserve. Appropriate training will be provided as necessary.

What skills or experience do you need?

We need someone who is enthusiastic, friendly, and who likes a new challenge. The work can be quite varied and some days will be busier than others, you will need to be flexible in your approach to your work.

You must be happy to undertake work outside in all weathers.

Working hours will be 10am - 4pm Monday to Friday

Volunteer arrival day is Monday, and departure day is Friday.

Reserve staff will facilitate airport/train pick up and drop off between 8am and 6pm.

You must be 18 or over, and a full driving licence would be useful but not essential.