Community Garden Lead: Grants, Programs & People

Countryside Classroom; Kingsnorth; Presencial; GBP 31.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Countryside Classroom is seeking a collaborative and proactive individual to lead the Romney Marsh Community Garden as a thriving, inclusive space where people can connect, learn, and enjoy nature. Working with volunteers, partners, and the local community, you will combine practical horticulture, habitat creation, volunteer leadership, project management, and inclusive community programme delivery.

Using your experience of identifying and applying for grant funding, you will secure funding to

Formación

• Experienced in leading community, educational, and/or environmental programmes.
• Skilled in fundraising and income generation, with a track record of securing grants, sponsorships, or partnerships.
• An excellent communicator with the ability to engage people from a wide range of ages, abilities and backgrounds.
• Organised, adaptable, and able to balance strategy with hands-on work and oversight.
• Experienced in project management, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Committed to community participation, sustainability, and chemical-free food growing.

Responsabilidades

• Lead on the development of the Romney Marsh Community Garden as a thriving, inclusive space.
• Work with volunteers, partners, and the local community to create a biodiverse and welcoming space.
• Identify and apply for grant funding to improve infrastructure and develop community engagement activities.

Conocimientos

Community leadership

Fundraising & grants

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Project management

Sustainability mindset

Descripción del empleo

Countryside Classroom is seeking a collaborative and proactive individual to lead the Romney Marsh Community Garden as a thriving, inclusive space where people can connect, learn, and enjoy nature. Working with volunteers, partners, and the local community, you will combine practical horticulture, habitat creation, volunteer leadership, project management, and inclusive community programme delivery.

Using your experience of identifying and applying for grant funding, you will secure funding to