We are seeking an experienced and driven project manager to lead the delivery of NNF5 Menai–Connecting Coasts, a two-year development phase, Seascape scale, recovery project delivered in partnership by ZSL and Bangor University, with funding from the Nature Networks Fund.
The project aims to develop a long-term, seascape-scale restoration partnership project, to recover priority marine habitats in and surrounding the Mena Strait and Conwy Bay SAC, in North Wales. This project directly contributes to achieve the objective of habitat restoration in the ZSL 200 strategy. As project manager you will develop and coordinate a multi-partner seascape planning process; lead the co-development of a costed 5-10 year Seascape Restoration Plan and oversee targeted ecological monitoring and small-scale native oyster restoration trials.
As project manager you will work with an Engagement Officer based at Bangor University, to deliver inclusive community engagement, citizen science, and bilingual outreach to ensure that local people, fishers, and key stakeholders help shape a shared vision for habitat recovery.
This role is central to generating high quality ecological evidence, ensuring meaningful and equitable participation, and establishing a strong long term partnership model that supports ZSL’s Seascape Recovery Programme and advances marine habitat restoration in North Wales.
This role is offered on a part-time basis, working 22.5 hours per week with a pro-rated salary of £20,442.24. Salaries are subject to increase from May 2026.
Key responsibilities:
- Partnerships & Co-Creation: Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, communities, fishers, regulators, and stakeholders to co-develop a costed 5–10 year Seascape Restoration Plan; lead meetings, workshops, and steering groups.
- Data, Research & GIS: Compile and analyse datasets, source new evidence, and manage a GIS database to inform and strengthen restoration planning.
- Project Delivery & Management: Oversee project activities and deliverables, ensuring work is delivered on time, within scope and budget, and aligned with funder requirements; support ongoing development of project objectives.
- Communications & Engagement: Promote the project to a wide range of audiences; deliver bilingual communications (press releases, social media, digital content) in collaboration with communications teams.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure all activities meet environmental legislation, marine licensing, and best practice standards; manage contracts and agreements with partners and contributors.
- Reporting, Finance & Funding: Produce high-quality technical and donor reports; manage budgets, forecasting, and procurement; maintain funder relationships and secure additional funding to scale and sustain the project.