Yorkshire RFCC

Yorkshire RFCC runs along the North Sea coast from Whitby to Kingston upon Hull and stretches inland as far as Skipton.

Our area covers a diverse geography with over five million residents and a region that makes a substantial contribution to the national economy. At the same time, it is vulnerable to the risk of flooding from many sources – rivers, surface water, tidal, groundwater – and includes some of Europe’s fastest eroding coastline. The impact of our changing climate is evident across the region with rising sea levels, increased storm frequency and changing wave patterns, meaning that managing coastal change will become an ever-increasing and important challenge. 

You can read more about being a part of the Yorkshire RFCC here.

We’re committed to reducing flood risk in our area, making communities more resilient and adapting to the challenges of a changing climate. We can’t do this without our RFCC members. By joining our committee, you can help us achieve these goals.

We’re looking for candidates who:

• have an active interest in flood and coastal risk management
• can represent the interests of communities across our region
• come from a diverse range of backgrounds
• are impartial and not representatives of any particular organisation

You don’t have to be a technical expert or have specific qualifications for most roles. It’s your enthusiasm and commitment to your local community that is most important. However, interest or experience in the following areas would be useful in the role:

• local community flood forums or action groups
• climate change and associated flood risk
• spatial planning, engineering or construction
• business and economics
• asset management
• managing resilience and recovery
• conservation
• farming and land management

Our vacancies and how to apply

We have 1 vacancy for a general independent member. This role starts on TBC.

You can apply using our simple online application form. Explain why you’re interested in being an independent RFCC member and what you think you would bring to the role. Outline your relevant skills and experience.

 The closing date to apply is 8 December 2024.