Programme Manager

The Aire Rivers Trust; Bradford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental charity in the UK is seeking a Programme Manager to lead the development and delivery of wetland creation and restoration projects. This role involves strategic leadership, managing partnerships, and ensuring effective project delivery. Ideal candidates will have project management experience in the environmental sector and strong communication skills. Join us to make a meaningful difference for communities and the environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management within environmental or conservation sectors.
• Strong leadership abilities and experience managing teams.
• Excellent communication skills for partnership and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, planning, and delivery of wetland projects.
• Manage partnerships and provide strategic leadership.
• Oversee governance, budgets, and monitoring for projects.

Skills

Project management

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Environmental impact assessment

Job description

Could you help strengthen our programme and project management processes, whilst developing a major wetland proposal?

The Programme Manager will oversee the development, coordination, and delivery of multiple wetland creation and restoration projects. You will provide strategic leadership, manage partnerships, support effective project delivery, and contribute to our wider organisational strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, planning, and delivery of the Wetland Creation Programme.
• Develop programme plans that identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities.
• Act as the main point of contact for programme partners, funders, and regulators.
• Line manage and mentor two Project Managers, promoting best practice in project management.
• Maintain programme-wide governance, budgets, reporting, and monitoring systems.
• Ensure environmental impact and value-for-money outcomes are clearly demonstrated.
• Build strong relationships with landowners, local authorities, agencies, and community groups.
• Represent the Trust at partnership boards, steering groups, and public forums.
• Identify new funding opportunities and support strategic development.

Programme Manager - Aire Rivers Trust

Why Join Us?

At the Aire Rivers Trust, we’re passionate about restoring the River Aire and empowering communities to play an active role in its future. This is your chance to make a real and lasting difference to both people and the planet.

We are the only charity dedicated to improving the health and resilience of the River Aire and its catchment. Working with communities, landowners, local authorities, and partners, we restore habitats, enhance biodiversity, and support a thriving river environment. Our projects span river restoration, community engagement, climate adaptation, and now large-scale wetland creation.

You’ll work in a supportive, enthusiastic team environment, with the chance to shape an evolving project and build valuable experience in environmental outreach.