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Dear All, I've been asked to circulate the following as widely as possible. Please bring it to the attention of colleagues and staff as soon as possible - please note the fast closing date. NORTH PENNINES AONB PARTNERSHIP Temporary Area Co-ordinator (West & Historic Environment) Grade PO1 - 3 £25,437 - £29,859 p.a. (Initial 6 Month Maternity Cover with possibility of extension) The North Pennines AONB Partnership, the joint advisory body for the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic person with experience of the protection and conservation of the historic environment within the context of protected area management, who will help to conserve the special qualities of the North Pennines, support the conservation efforts of local communities and help people enjoy and understand the local countryside. You will join a team of seven core posts and six project posts within the AONB Staff Unit. The core posts such as the one offered are financially supported by the Countryside Agency and the area’s nine local authorities. You will have a thematic lead within the team, developing the AONB-wide role of the Partnership’s Historic Environment Working Group and will lead the AONB team’s work in this field. As well as your thematic lead you will also have a geographical focus, supporting projects and initiatives in the Cumbrian part of the AONB The post is based in the AONB Partnership office in Stanhope, Weardale, and will be employed by the Partnership’s host authority, Durham County Council. You should preferably be qualified to degree level or equivalent in a historic environment based subject (archaeology, building conservation or historic landscapes) and have significant relevant experience. Applicants without a degree may be considered if they have greater experience. A track record of successful work in partnership with a wide variety of public, private and voluntary sector organisations is essential and a good understanding of protected landscape management a distinct advantage. Anyone wishing to discuss the post informally may do so by contacting Chris Woodley-Stewart or Katharine Birdsall on (01388) 528801. Application forms and further details are available from the Deputy Chief Executive (Environment and Change Management), County Hall, Durham, DH1 5UQ. Telephone: (0191) 383 3806, or e-mail [log in to unmask] Closing date: 6th April 2006. Interviews will be held in Stanhope on 20th April Further details about the AONB Partnership and the area can be found at www.northpennines.org.uk. We are an equal opportunities employer. Lee White _____________________________________________ Assistant Archaeology Officer Culture & Leisure Durham County Council Durham DH1 5TY 0191-383-4212 (T) 0191-384-1336 (F) [log in to unmask] On-line SMR: www.keystothepast.info