Will Wardle

Experience

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  Exmoor National Park Authority

  Jul 2016 - Jul 2016

  Work Experience at Exmoor National Park

  Sampled aquatic ecosystems alongside a range of ecologists and other peers to collect primary data.Experienced working within retail in a busy tourist area hence refining my interpersonal and communicative skills. Developed emotional intelligence in order to interact with varied stakeholders in an empathetic manner to understand their points of view and vested interests in different projects. Provided me with a holistic understanding of the workings of Exmoor National Park and the importance of clear communication and empathy when dealing with individuals' livelihoods and passions. Show less

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  Taw and Torridge County Council

  Jul 2017 - Jul 2017

  Work Experience at Taw and Torridge County Council

  Self-initiated work experience at Taw and Torridge County Council provided me with an understanding of the inner workings of a local government and the manner in which problem-solving can be used on a large scale. It also allowed me to appreciate the need for different stakeholders in the planning process, with general planning being assisted through the use of a regional plan and vision for the area. Assisted in several site visits and shown the depth and variety of work that is required to solve holistic problems regarding sustainable town development. Show less

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  Met Office

  Jul 2017 - Jul 2017

  Work Experience at the Met Office Headquaters

  Attended a variety of different seminars discussing the role of the Met Office and the services it provides. Oral communication allowed for the presentation of information in a clear and concise manner. This presentation was to over 50 individuals with many holding detailed industry knowledge. This experience also provided an insight into the technology and processes used to analyse vast amounts of data and draw conclusions helping to move scientific data to commercial spheres. Organised myself and others, via clear communication in both formal and informal settings, within a team in order to meet deadlines to tasks provided and balance different tasks within the same time period. Worked effectivley within a team to complete problem-solving activities and synthesise ideas into a presentable format. Show less

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  International Council on Mining and Metals - ICMM

  Jul 2021 - Jul 2022

  Programme Support Officer

  Working as a Programme Support Officer across a broad range of environmental and social projects (Nature, Circular Economy, Mineral Resource Governance) to support the ICMM workplan. Developed key skills in desktop research and report writing. This includes producing reports on occupation health and safety, organisational briefing notes on the nature positive landscape, and an internal report addressing the Circular Economy and its role in mining.Engagement with a range of stakeholders to help further sustainability in the extractive sector including the UN Environment Programme, the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative, and the Convention on Biological Diversity. I also worked with a range of consultants on several projects including the creation of a Request for Proposal, to project completion and suggested next steps.Leadership skills were strengthened through my role in developing a three-year Circular Economy Strategy and vision for the ICMM, and my position in identifying and proposing methods to further ICMM project integration. I also acted as a core member of the Nature Project, helping to orchestrate ICMM involvement in the Cross-Sector Biodiversity Initiative, whilst maintaining ICMM Nature commitments and understanding the important role nature positive will play in the near future. Show less

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  ICMM

  Sept 2023 - now

  Programme Officer