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Join Earthwatch as a Project Manager and contribute to significant projects focused on urban nature and community engagement
Overview
Salary
£30588
Location
Oxford, UK - Flexible
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Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Join Earthwatch, an environmental charity with its core in science. They are people-oriented, driven by science and deeply connected with nature. Their mission is to balance human life with nature, monitor natural resources health and take actions for a positive impact.
Role Summary
- Your primary responsibility is managing entire project cycles, focusing on urban nature, early career scientist involvement, and community engagement.
- Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to Earthwatch standards.
- Flexibility to work from home with occasional visits to the Oxford office.
- The role also involves regular travel across the UK for project delivery.
Role Requirements
- Proven experience managing projects and programs from start to finish.
- Aptitude in managing relationships with different stakeholders including local authorities, businesses, communities, and schools.
- A degree or professional experience in environmental science, conservation, or related fields is required.
- A project management qualification is desired along with a clean driving license.
Application Process Details
- You need to have the legal right to work in the UK. Earthwatch can't assist in visa applications.
WHO ARE WE? Earthwatch is an environmental charity with science at its heart. We are driven by people, powered by science, and we connect with nature to fight for our planet. Our mission is to live within our means and in balance with nature by connecting people with the natural world, monitoring the health of our natural resources, and informing actions for a positive impact.
THE ROLE As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning and delivering projects focused on urban nature, early career scientist engagement, and community engagement activities. You will manage the entire project cycle, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to Earthwatch's standards. This role involves regular travel across the UK for project delivery and requires flexibility to work from home with occasional meetings in the Oxford office.
JOB REQUIREMENTS The ideal candidate will have experience in managing projects and programs through the entire project cycle. You should have a strong track record of effective partnership management and be skilled in managing relationships with various stakeholders including local authorities, corporates, communities, and schools. A relevant degree or equivalent professional experience in environmental science, conservation, or related fields is required. A project management qualification is desirable, as is a clean driving license.
BENEFITS This position offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that is making a difference in environmental conservation. You will engage with diverse communities and contribute to significant projects that have a real impact on urban nature and community engagement.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as Earthwatch is unable to support visa applications. Earthwatch is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our HR team.
