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Local Programme Manager - Medway

Soil Association
Home Based - in or close to Medway with regular travel

Posted: 5 Sep 2024

Deadline: 15 Sep 2024

Compensation: £33,000 - £34,254 per year

Living Wage employer Disability Confident scheme

Paid Full-time Fixed term / contract

Job description

About our Organisation

The Soil Association, formed in 1946, is the only UK charity which works across the spectrum of human health, the environment and animal welfare. That’s because we cannot tackle these issues in isolation.

We campaign for change, we support farming innovation, we serve healthy food in communities, we support and grow the organic market, and we protect forests. We couldn't do any of this without our supporters, partners, donors and dedicated staff. We make a difference in the world where it’s needed the most.

About the Opportunity

Medway Council’s Public Health department has commissioned Soil Association Food for Life (FFL) to deliver an ambitious programme to work with schools to embed the Food for Life approach to good food across the borough and drive positive outcomes for public health, the local economy and environment. The programme is entering its third year and is well integrated in Medway’s Public Health team. The programme works to inspire and empower school leaders and staff, caterers, children and families to create and sustain healthy food environments. We are now looking for a Local Programme Manager to lead the programme delivery, research, planning and reporting of our programme in Medway.

About You

You will have experience of leading and inspiring change and substantial project/programme management experience, including: delivering to targets; risk management and adaptation; managing the contribution of others to your project; and adhering to budgets and deadlines. You will be passionate about what is on your plate with a desire to share that passion and your wealth of information with other people so they can make informed choices that benefit themselves, the local economy and the planet.

Commitment to Safeguarding

The Soil Association and FFL are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people, and vulnerable adults that we work with. In accordance with this commitment we ensure that we follow a thorough and safe recruitment and selection process for all roles that work with children. This includes checking against the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) where appropriate. Please note that if you are successful in your application to the role any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

Our Benefits

We offer a range of financial and lifestyle benefits to all our employees, including:

• 27 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contribution increasing with length of service
• Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce
• Volunteer days to give back to the local community or support green initiatives
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sociable and engaging workplace of professionals that share a passion for healthy, sustainable lifestyle and produce

Hours

37.5 hours per week

Fixed term until July 2025

Location

Home Based in or close to Medway with regular travel

Application information

Please apply at https://soilassociation.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/account/login/181908?aisId=12&rmId=3181

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