Job Overview
ZSL is looking to hire a Programme Manager (maternity cover) to join our Aquatic Species and Policy team, part of the Conservation and Policy Department. The successful candidate will work across two projects: Project SIARC, the Angel Shark Project (ASP), and the Angel Shark Conservation Network (ASCN).
Key Responsibilities
* Lead management and strategic delivery of the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) grant for Project SIARC, including development of the Delivery Phase application. Support delivery of the Nature Networks Fund 5 (NNF5) grant for Project SIARC.
* Lead key decisions around project implementation, deliverables, inclusive community engagement and events, in line with grant contracts, work plans and project budgets for the programme of work.
* Oversee project implementation, including project monitoring, evaluation and learning plans and project logframes or gantt charts, to enable adaptive management across both projects.
* Identify fundraising opportunities and design and secure grant funding to deliver the projects.
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships with agencies such as government authorities, national and international NGOs, private sector, research institutions, community organisations, relevant actors and donors relevant to the projects.
* Lead budget forecasting and financial management for the projects. Ensure both ZSL and partner funds are appropriately spent, monitored and recorded.
* Positively advocate for and role‑model Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) learning across the programme of work and ensure that projects are approved via ZSL’s Ethical Review Process both for humans and wildlife; learn and apply social and behavioural sciences.
Key Qualifications
* Strong experience in managing and delivering complex multi‑partner projects on time and to budget.
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience using project management processes.
* Proven track record of fundraising and developing grant proposals over £1M.
* Experience working in the Wales, UK and/or EU conservation landscape.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with proven self‑motivation and problem‑solving.
* Ability to effectively build and develop relationships with a wide range of cross‑sectoral people and representatives.
* Excellent time management skills, including the ability to respond quickly to demands, effectively prioritise and meet deadlines, and work in a fast‑paced environment.
* Prior experience creating working environments and cultures where everyone can feel safe, inclusive and embrace diversity.
* Proven experience in report‑writing for a range of audiences (scientific, technical, wider‑public).
Benefits
* Generous pension scheme up to 12% contributory pension.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
* Wellbeing initiatives, including confidential access to the 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
* Complimentary museum tickets (Annually allocated Whipsnade Zoo and London Zoo tickets, with 30% discount in retail stores).
* Cycle-to-work scheme.
* Interest‑free loan for a season ticket for travel between home and work.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity packages.
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