NBTA looking to hire new national organiser!

We’re hiring a National Organiser

Our community is facing urgent threats. The imposition of chargeable moorings, a discriminatory surcharge on boats without home moorings, and now a ostensibly independent review commissioned and funded by CRT, which is looking to preempt legislative changes to the licensing framework for itinerant boaters, the very legislation which safeguards our traditional nomadic lifestyle.

This legislation originated when British Waterways, the predecessor to CRT, attempted to prohibit residential use of the waterways without a designated home mooring. Following a five-year legal challenge, the resulting legislation now provides crucial protections. Modifications to this framework by CRT, coupled with their increasingly hostile actions toward itinerant boaters and the lifestyle, could have devastating consequences, potentially leading to the extinction of our way of life and the dissolution of our vibrant community.

To protect the rights of itinerant boaters, we need to be firing on all cylinders. So we’re hiring a National Organiser to support and expand our newer NBTA branches, and build strength and solidarity across the organisation and wider boating community.

If you have experience of grassroots organising and are passionate about empowering boater activism, apply for this part-time, freelance role here please contact secretariat@bargee-traveller.org.uk to express your interest by tell us why you suited for the job. The deadline for applications is: end of the day on 24th March 2025.

Full job description here:

National Organiser – National Bargee Travellers Association (NBTA)

Are you passionate about community empowerment and protecting the rights of waterway residents? Join the National Bargee Travellers Association (NBTA) in our mission to strengthen solidarity and self-organising for boat dwellers of the UK.

About Us:

The National Bargee Travellers Association (NBTA) is a volunteer organisation dedicated to upholding and defending the rights of itinerant boat dwellers on Britain’s inland and coastal waterways. We exist because boat dwellers in the UK face significant challenges:

– Increasing restrictions on mooring and movement

– Limited access to essential services like healthcare and education

– Misinterpretation and inconsistent application of waterways laws

– Pressure on traditional ways of life on the water

Our efforts have become increasingly crucial as pressures on boat dwellers grow and navigation authorities tighten their enforcement. By helping the NBTA, you’ll be at the forefront of protecting this unique community and preserving our cultural heritage. Learn more about our impactful work at www.bargee-traveller.org.uk.

The Opportunity:

We’re seeking a dynamic National Organiser to support our newly established Kennet and Avon canal NBTA branch and expand in other areas outside London. This role offers a unique chance to strengthen grassroots activism and foster a sense of community among boat dwellers across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

– Provide crucial organisational and administrative support to the newly set up Kennet and Avon canal NBTA branch

– Develop and implement strategies to encourage NBTA members outside London to form local action groups

– Empower and support NBTA activists in organising their own initiatives and events

– Collaborate with existing team members to enhance our national presence and effectiveness

– Coordinate and facilitate communication between local groups and the wider community

The Ideal Candidate:

– Passionate about social justice and community organising (essential)

– Excellent organisational and administrative skills (essential)

– Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others (essential)

– Understanding of democratic organisational systems (essential)

– Capable of working both independently and as part of a team (essential)

– Experience of grassroots activism or community organising (preferred)

– Familiarity with the challenges faced by boat dwellers, particularly on the Kennet and Avon canal (advantageous)

What We Offer:

– An opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of boat dwellers and other waterways stakeholders across the UK

– Flexible working arrangements (24 hours per month)

– Competitive compensation (£15 per hour)

– A supportive and collaborative team environment

– The chance to develop your skills in community organising, advocacy, and project management

Contract Details:

– Self-employed basis

– 24 hours per month

– Initial 12-month contract with potential for extension

Join us in our mission to protect the rights and improve the lives of boat dwellers throughout the UK. If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge, please contact secretariat@bargee-traveller.org.uk to express your interest by tell us why you suited for the job. The deadline for applications is: end of the day on 24th March 2025.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 per week

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Flexitime
  • Work from home

Work Location: Remote

Application deadline: 24/03/2025
Reference ID: National Organiser – National Bargee Travellers Association (NBTA)
Expected start date: 07/04/2025