Hybrid: North East Farm Business Support Lead

Northumberland National Park Authority; Hexham; Hybrid; GBP 41,771 - 46,142; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A regional park authority in England is seeking a Service Manager for the North East Farm Business Support Service. This role requires strategic leadership, management of a project team, and collaboration with regional partners to support rural communities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field, experience in managing projects and teams, and strong communication skills. Flexible hybrid working options are available, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to farming support in the North East.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing teams and budgets, ideally within grant-funded programmes.
• Knowledge of farm businesses and the policy landscape affecting rural communities.
• Excellent communication skills for working with landowners and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of the North East Farm Business Support Service.
• Manage a team and oversee programme delivery.
• Engage with delivery partners and manage project budgets.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Degree in land-based or project management discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

GIS applications

Job description

A regional park authority in England is seeking a Service Manager for the North East Farm Business Support Service. This role requires strategic leadership, management of a project team, and collaboration with regional partners to support rural communities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field, experience in managing projects and teams, and strong communication skills. Flexible hybrid working options are available, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to farming support in the North East.