Policy and Campaigns Manager

Policy and Campaigns Manager

Closing date:
Salary: £35,963 - £40,440
Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time
Location:
Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House
22 Thorpe Road,
Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1RY

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Norfolk Wildlife Trust are looking for a Policy and Campaigns Manager to lead and deliver a clear plan to build our organisational influence with key policies and decision-makers in Norfolk.

Contact details

The closing date for applications is 9am 14/04/25. Interviews are likely to take place on the w/c 28/04/25.  

Candidates should apply by sending a copy of their CV, giving full details of education, employment and experience. Please also supply details of two referees. You should also include a statement of application outlining why you consider yourself suitable for the post and what experience, skills and attributes you have which will enable you to fulfil the requirements of the job. It will help the selection panel if you refer to the duties and requirements of the job description enclosed in framing your statement. 

Completed applications should be marked ‘Private and Confidential’ and emailed to recruitment@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk or be posted to Recruitment Applications, Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House, 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY. 

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Norfolk Wildlife Trust is the county’s largest environmental charity, working for the protection and enhancement of Norfolk’s wildlife and wild places.  We protect and restore our county's wild spaces by managing our nature reserves, working in partnership throughout the landscape and inspiring people to enjoy and care for Norfolk's nature through projects, education activities, events and campaigns. 

We need an exceptional leader who can lead and deliver a clear plan to build our organisational influence with key policies and decision-makers in Norfolk.  You will also proactively develop high profile, impactful campaigns that support nature’s recovery and oversee our planning caseload.  The role is full time 35 hours a week. 

You are skilled in seeing areas of mutual benefit and experienced at influencing others to change policy or behaviour.  Vitally, you are a great communicator and enjoy working in partnership. Additionally, you have a strong understanding of environmental policy and planning and the political landscape in relation to the environment and nature recovery. 

We know that we can secure a thriving world for future generations that offers a stable climate, clean water, abundant food, health and happiness.  Will you join us? 

A detailed job description and person specification is attached for information and to assist you with your application. 

In return, we offer a competitive benefits package. A full list can be found on our website. 

For more information about the role please see the job description below!

Job Description

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