Innovative mammal conservation
Although usually based at the University of Exeter’s Penryn campus in Cornwall, where he holds a Chair in Natural Environment and involved in a wide range of interdisciplinary research projects in wildlife ecology and management, Robbie is currently on secondment to The Office for Environmental Protection as Chief Scientist. Robbie’s research career has focused on mustelids and he completed Read More
6th February 2018
As the Chief Executive, Lucy is responsible for leading the VWT team and driving the development and implementation of VWT’s strategic and operational plans to conserve threatened mammals through evidence-led conservation work. Lucy has a background in conservation science and conservation delivery. With a PhD in small mammal ecology from the University of Aberdeen, she Read More
19th February 2018
Tim joined the Trust in 2019 as Finance Officer. He has a background in both the charity sector, having previously worked for Mind Aberystwyth as its Business and Finance Officer, and in the private sector more recently with Balfour Beatty. Through both roles, Tim has a number of years of people management experience. He has Read More
31st July 2019
Averil joined the team in October 2022 as Operations Manager, having previously worked in parish council administration as well as HR and Administration at Herefordshire Wildlife Trust and the Bulmer/Brightspace Foundation. As Operations Manager, Averil is responsible for overseeing and managing Head Office functions and helps to ensure that the company’s operations run smoothly, safely and Read More
3rd October 2022
Rachel has been involved in charity fundraising for over a decade and enjoys working to achieve sustainable outcomes for projects, people, and wildlife. She is a full member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising and has a qualification in Charity Fundraising Management. Rachel has a life-long interest in the natural world and its conservation. She Read More
15th November 2023
Jane joined the Trust in 2020 as Finance Officer. She has a background in finance and administration, and has worked for a variety of organisations, including the NHS. Jane also has experience of working within the charity sector and within the retail sector. She is a fellow member of the Association of Accounting Technicians. Office: Read More
26th March 2020
Julia joined the Trust in 2018 as Design and Communications Officer and then moved into the role of Senior Design and Communications Officer in 2020. She has a background in conservation education and in the production of publications. Julia’s past career has included working for Kent Wildlife Trust as Education Officer where she helped develop Read More
27th September 2018
Laura’s role is responsible for the recruitment and engagement of people in VWT activities to support the Trust’s conservation programmes. She is passionate about involving people in the Trust’s work and providing opportunities that meet expectations for all. Working as a volunteer and with volunteers has been a core part of Laura’s experience in the Read More
18th October 2022
As Head of Conservation, Sam’s role is to lead the development and delivery of VWT’s Conservation and Science work in line with the Trust’s Ten-year Strategy. Sam joined VWT as Head of Conservation in May 2023. She completed her undergraduate degree in Zoology at the University of Aberdeen and an MSc in Applied Animal Behaviour Read More
12th May 2023
As Ireland Mammal Programme Manager, Kate covers a wide range of duties, from engaging with statutory and other bodies, managing bat reserves, fundraising, producing educational material and conducting practical research. With over 30 years’ experience working in Ireland in the conservation and research of Irish mammals, she is also an experienced educator and adept at public Read More
30th March 2015