Project Manager

NFP PEOPLE; West Yorkshire; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering environmental charity as a Project Manager and lead a unique behaviour change campaign. This role requires strong project management skills and a passion for environmental change, offering the chance to make a tangible impact with a collaborative team dedicated to sustainability efforts.

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing complex projects, preferably in environmental settings.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in budget management.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of community engagement campaigns.
• Manage project documentation, schedules, and budgets.
• Nurture relationships with stakeholders and community groups.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Budget Management

Organisational Skills

IT Skills

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and relationship-driven Project Manager to lead a pioneering behaviour change campaign within a passionate environmental charity.

Job Title: Project Manager
Salary: £22,344 per annum pro-rata (£39,900 FTE)
Contract: Fixed term until February 2026
Location: Home-based, with travel to Heckmondwike area as required
Hours: 21 hours per week

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-led environmental charity committed to making a tangible impact on environmental behaviour. As Project Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of an exciting new pilot campaign aimed at inspiring community-led change.

Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking marketing and communications team, your role will include:

• Leading the planning, delivery and evaluation of an innovative community engagement and behaviour change campaign
• Managing project documentation including operational plans, schedules, and risk logs
• Building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders, community groups and delivery partners
• Line-managing a part-time Project Officer
• Collaborating with internal teams to integrate insights and align efforts
• Developing marketing materials in partnership with the communications team
• Managing project spend and reporting progress to the Campaign Manager
• Representing the organisation at meetings and events, championing the campaign and its aims

You’ll play a critical role in shaping the direction and success of this campaign and will be supported by a dedicated and expert team.

About You

You’re an experienced project manager who thrives in a collaborative, values-led environment. You bring a strong mix of organisational, strategic, and interpersonal skills and can demonstrate:

• A track record of successfully managing complex projects, ideally in a campaigning or environmental setting.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in stakeholder engagement
• A solution-focused mindset and ability to adapt quickly to challenges
• Experience of budget management and reporting
• Strong IT skills and comfort with remote collaboration tools
• A genuine passion for environmental or social change
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally

About the Organisation

This nationally recognised environmental charity works to inspire people and organisations to take action for a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future. Known for its pioneering campaigns and evidence-based approach, the organisation engages communities, businesses and local authorities to create lasting change.