Sustainability Manager - Ocean Farming

Pembrokeshire Regenerative Ocean Farming Manager

£37,581pa Cardiff, CF24 0EB/Hybrid Working

This is a UK-based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Evidence of your Right to Work will be checked prior to interview.

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About the role

We are looking to recruit a Project Manager to join our Conservation Programmes team and manage seaweed-related projects taking place in Pembrokeshire in collaboration with local partners. This will include maintaining key documents, managing outward grants, budget monitoring, and running regular project team meetings.

As Project Manager, you will oversee strategic projects assessing the feasibility and benefits of integrated multi-trophic seaweed aquaculture and its relationship with the wider aquaculture sector. You will guide projects aiming to build Social License to Operate in Pembrokeshire and support the piloting of seaweed-derived products that could reduce carbon emissions from our food system and/or support a broader regenerative food systems transition. You will also build relationships and trust with a broad range of stakeholders from seaweed entrepreneurs, fishers, and the farming community to regional government.

We are looking for someone with:

1. Track record of managing projects, either through a recognised qualification or through relevant work-based experience.
2. Experience in the wider UK environment and/or sustainability sector, especially in marine, food systems, farming, and science.
3. Knowledge of, or prior experience of working in Pembrokeshire or coastal areas in Wales.
4. Understanding of environmental policy.
5. Excellent communication, influencing & interpersonal skills.
6. Strong relationship management expertise.

Benefits, rewards & location

The salary for this role is £37,581. We also offer a full benefits and rewards package including:

1. Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays.
2. Flexible working options.
3. 5% employer contribution to pension, increased to 10% with employee contribution.
4. Training and development opportunities.
5. Regular wellbeing initiatives.

This role is hybrid and you will be required to be in the office 20% of your contracted hours. The job is based at our Cardiff office and ideally you will live within commutable distance of the Pembrokeshire coast. Consideration will be given to applicants wishing to job share.

About WWF-UK

We are a global conservation charity with hundreds of projects around the world and millions of supporters.

At WWF-UK, we are bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left is not enough; we are now in a race to restore the natural world and prevent catastrophic climate change before it’s too late. And it’s a race we can still win.

We are courageous and passionate about fighting for the future we want to see—a world where people and nature can thrive.

We were born out of passion and science, and for more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We operate with integrity, collaboratively and with respect for those we work alongside.

How to apply and the recruitment process

Please click on the link and apply via our website by completing the application form and submitting a copy of your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement to highlight what makes you a good fit for us.

Application closing date: 19/12/2024

Our policies and benefits reflect the importance of people being able to have a good work-life balance and being able to bring their full self to work.