Project Manager - Freshwater

Zoological Society of London

London, United Kingdom
Not specified; benefits: up to 12% pension; 25 day...
On-site
Freshwater ecosystem restoration experience
Grant proposal development and management
Team leadership in field conditions
This role leads the Great London Pond Project and London Water Vole Recovery Programme to restore wildlife across the Thames catchment

Job Summary

  • This role leads the Great London Pond Project and London Water Vole Recovery Programme to restore wildlife across the Thames catchment.
  • The position offers a generous pension scheme with up to 12% contributions, 25 days of annual leave, and complimentary zoo tickets.
  • Candidates must be willing to work in harsh field conditions near water and hold a full driving license for travel to project sites.

Matching Summary

This role leads the Great London Pond Project and London Water Vole Recovery Programme to restore wildlife across the Thames catchment.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Up to 12% pension; 25 days annual leave; Life assurance; Cycle2Work; Season ticket loan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Freshwater ecosystem restoration experience
  • Grant proposal development and management
  • Team leadership in field conditions
  • Stakeholder engagement with NGOs and funders
  • GIS and statistical software proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Experience influencing conservation policy
  • Media engagement and public presentation skills
  • Inclusive workplace culture commitment
  • Volunteer coordination expertise

Key Requirements

  • MSc degree in conservation biology or equivalent
  • Full UK driving license required
  • Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship)

Work Rights

Must have right to work in the UK

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