Programme Coordinator- Nature Based Neighbourhoods
Wates Family Enterprise Trust is seeking a strategic and community-focused programme manager to lead the delivery of the Nature Based Neighbourhoods (NBN) grant programme.
The NBN programme supports urban communities to create greener, more connected neighbourhoods. It provides core funding, peer networking, and long-term planning support to community organisations working to improve access to nature.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead programme planning, delivery and annual review cycles, ensuring it is delivered on time and to budget in a way that works towards its overall vision and aims.
* Manage relationships with funded community partners ensuring they are well supported to deliver against their grant ambitions.
* Foster cross-sector relationships in community
* Oversee grant administration and budget management
* Work with the programme’s learning and impact partners to facilitate peer learning, evaluation and storytelling to share impact
* Convene programme boards, partner meetings, providing key stakeholders with timely updates
* Collaborate with internal teams to amplify programme visibility and creatively share learnings, supporting local and national movement building.
Person Specification
Essential
* Experience managing multi-year, large-budget projects, preferably in the third sector
* Strategic thinker with a track record of driving change
* Strong community engagement and facilitation skills
* Skilled in impact evaluation and reporting
* Passionate about climate action, social justice, nature and community-led approaches
* Willingness to travel regularly
Desirable
* Experience in grant-making
* Expertise in urban green infrastructure or climate transition
* Ability to raise public profile of initiatives
* Experience in cross sector collaboration
How To Apply
* Submit a completed application form
* Covering letter outlining your interest and suitability, no more than two sides of A4
* CV
Deadline: 27 October 2025 - Midnight.
Interviews: 19th and 20th November 2025 in London
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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