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Sustainability Programme Manager - 12 month contract

Climate17
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Watford, Hertfordshire WD24 4LH

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Sustainability Programme Manager position is a 12-month contract role with a leading charitable organization focused on the FMCG sector.
  • Candidates should have prior sustainability experience in the UK food and consumer goods industry, ideally with knowledge of Scope 3 reporting or environmental labelling.
  • The role requires project management skills, a degree in Sustainability or a related field, and strong communication abilities to engage senior executives.
  • The position offers a salary of £45,000 to £55,000, along with good benefits and hybrid working arrangements.
  • The successful candidate will manage sustainability programmes, report on progress, and build relationships with industry professionals and government departments.
Sustainability Programme Manager – 12 month contractOur client is a leading charitable organisation who support the FMCG sector by providing commercial insight and support to drive action and make a tangible difference.  They have an extensive partner list and far-reaching networks within the food and consumer goods sector and government departmentsWe are looking for a Sustainability Programme Manager to cover a 12-month maternity leave. This person will manage and deliver a range of sustainability programmes within the food and consumer goods industry, working in collaboration with a supportive and impact-driven team.  There are good benefits on offer and hybrid working with 2 office days per week.Responsibilities
  • Ownership of key sustainability programmes, meeting targets and working within budget.
  • Reporting on progress, aware of risks, opportunities and planning for contingency.
  • Develop relevant content for reports, briefing notes and online articles.
  • Analyse market trends and customer feedback for continuous improvement and potential opportunities.
  • Work closely with marketing teams to develop communication strategy and ensure consistency and accuracy in all written content.
  • Maintain and build trusted relationships with a wide-ranging network of industry professionals and corporates, government departments, NGO’s and academics.
  • Represent the organisation in various meetings, events and workshops.
Requirements
  • Prior sustainability experience gained from within the UK food and consumer goods sector, knowledge of Scope3 reporting or environmental labelling is preferable.
  • Project Management skills, including strong organisation capabilities and a flexible attitude to changing priorities.
  • Degree level education in Sustainability or similar subject.
  • Confident communicator with the ability engage with a wide range of senior executives and drive programmes.
About UsClimate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.Inclusive Application ProcessClimate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.

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