Senior Project Manager International Programmes

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Senior Project Manager (International Programmes)Slimbridge, Gloucestershire (with hybrid working options and regular international travel)The Organisation We are the Wildfowl & Wetland Trust (WWT), the UKs leading wetland conservation charity. We are a community of dedicated staff, volunteers and members united by our love of wetlands and a passion to protect them. Wetlands are the lifeblood of the planet, yet they are seriously threatened. Teeming with biodiversity, they provide natural protection against climate change, unique habitats for wildlife and livelihoods for over one billion people. At WWT, we work in the UK and internationally in key wetland areas to take action, balancing conservation with sustainable livelihoods and influencing national and international conservation policies. Our aim is to create a world where healthy wetland naturethrives and enriches lives. We are now seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a range of amazing conservation projects on a permanent, full-time basis. The Benefits - Salary of £39,000 per annum - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to 30 days after 5 years- Contributory pension scheme (conditions apply)- Life assurance- Free car parking and secure bike storage areas- Cycle to work scheme- Free entry to all our centresIf youre an experienced and talented conservation professional with a background in international work and the developing world, this is an exceptional opportunity to step into a role with our spectacular organisation.Youll get to impart a positive impact in developing communities across the world, helping us to protect one of the most endangered yet vital ecosystems for future generations.So, if you want to embark on an exciting journey with our dedicated charity, we want to hear from you!The Role As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a range of large, complex, multi-stakeholder international conservation projects. Providing leadership and guidance to your team, youll support them to develop their skills and identify tools and techniques to effectively allocate responsibilities. You will enable them to continually improve their performance and maximise their contribution. Using your technical expertise in conservation and restoration planning, youll develop strategies to ensure that project goals are practical and achievable. Youll proactively seek new project opportunities to drive our impact and use your experience fromprevious projects to identify improvements that can be incorporated into future project delivery. Additionally, you will:- Implement an internal project communication strategy- Manage external stakeholders- Oversee budgeting and resource management- Produce internal reports and other publications- Ensure health & safety and environmental & social safeguarding management plans are in placeAbout YouTo be considered as a Senior Project Manager, you will need:- Substantial experience in the field of international conservation in a developing world context- A track record of working with local communities to develop and deliver integrated conservation and development initiatives- Extensive experience of managing successful large-scale, complex, multi-stakeholder projects- Experience of networking, partnership building and relationship management- Experience of implementing effective governance arrangements to ensure timely decision making, effective risk management, and compliance with organisational policies- Experience of managing and/or an understanding of grants and corporate funding partnerships- A track record managing a team of skilled professionals- Excellent written and verbal communication skills- IT proficiency, particularly Microsoft packages- At a minimum, a MSc in Conservation, Ecology, Sustainable Development or a related field (or equivalent), ideally a PhDThe closing date for this role is the 12th February 2023. Other organisations may call this role Conservation Programme Manager, International Conservation Manager, Senior Transformation Project Manager, International Project Manager, or International Programme Manager. Webrecruit and Wildfowl & Wetland Trust are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptableway to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you want to take action and make an impact as a Senior Project Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.