LUNZ Hub Project Manager

University of the West of England; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading higher education institution is seeking a Project Manager to lead EDI initiatives within the LUNZ Hub. This part-time role at the Frenchay campus will manage project targets and impact assessments until February 2027. Ideal candidates will have project management experience and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The position offers flexibility with some remote working options and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous leave

Pension schemes

Training and development opportunities

Onsite nursery

Retail savings

Qualifications

• Experience in managing projects related to EDI and social justice.
• Skill in monitoring and analyzing project targets and metrics.
• Strong interpersonal abilities to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EDI initiatives across the LUNZ Hub.
• Monitor project targets and prepare impact assessments.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

EDI initiatives

Impact tracking

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

About the vacancy

The LUNZ Hub is led at UWE Bristol by Prof Angelina Sanderson Bellamy. The Project Manager will work closely with and be managed by Prof Angelina Sanderson Bellamy, who is the EDI and Social Justice Lead on the LUNZ Hub. The Hub is co-led by Prof Lee-Ann Sutherland at The James Hutton Institute and Prof Heiko Baltzer at the University of Leicester. The project started on November 13, 2024, and will run until February 28, 2027.

Over 80 team members from academic and industry organizations, including WWF, National Trust, and various food, farming, land, and environmental organizations, form the Hub. Funded by the Devolved Administrations, UKRI, Defra, and DESNZ, the LUNZ Hub supports the Government’s net zero transition related to agriculture and land management. Additionally, five research projects funded by the same entities are part of the LUNZ program. More information is available at www.lunzhub.com.

About you

The UWE LUNZ Hub Project Manager will oversee EDI initiatives and support impact tracking across the Hub. They will ensure the delivery of a professional service through monitoring key project targets, especially related to EDI and impact. The role reports directly to Prof Angelina Sanderson Bellamy and is based at UWE, Frenchay Campus. The role involves detailed assessment and analysis of EDI across project activities, using specialist knowledge to identify solutions when targets are not met.

Location

This role is based at our vibrant Frenchay campus, equipped with modern facilities to support staff and students.

Why UWE Bristol?

We are among the largest higher education providers in the South West, with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from around the world. Located in Bristol, a dynamic city, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with extensive employer and academic partnerships.

Our benefits include competitive pay, generous leave, pension schemes, retail savings, onsite nursery, and opportunities for training and development.

Join Us

UWE Bristol values diversity and is committed to an inclusive community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Our community is vibrant and multicultural, fostering creativity and better decision-making.

Additional Information

For an informal discussion, contact Angelina Sanderson Bellamy at 0117 328 1591 or email [e-mail].

This is a part-time, fixed-term role until 28 February 2027, working 23 hours per week. The role is campus-based with remote working options.

Salary offers will align with the University's guidelines, based on skills and experience. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; UWE Bristol does not sponsor visas under the Skilled Worker route. No visa or health surcharge costs are covered.

Application Advice

We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly. Please detail how your skills and experience meet each requirement listed in the Person Specification, providing specific examples where possible. We will notify shortlisted candidates via email.