This is a permanent, full time vacancy that will close in 13 days at 23:59 BST.
The vacancy
Job type: Full-time
Location: Banbury, London, Cardiff, or Belfast – you will be contractually based in the office nearest to you with hybrid working.
Hybrid working: You will be able to work from home and come into the office to collaborate with your team(s) when required. We have flexible core hours, and we don’t believe in a culture of presenteeism. We will discuss what is important to you during the recruitment process.
Salary & Benefits: £34,900 + 10% pension, 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, 35 hour working week, up to 13 flexi-days, private medical insurance, life assurance, and much more!
Closing date: 25 September 2024 at 23:59. WRAP reserves the right to close this role early in the event of a large volume of applications.
Visa sponsorship: Please note, we are able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Who are we?
WRAP is a global environmental action NGO, and our core purpose is to help tackle climate change. We want to protect our planet by transforming our product and food systems to create circular living. We don’t believe that our natural resources should be wasted, everything we use should be re-used and recycled.
If you join us at WRAP – and we think you should – you’ll drive important change and help transform our throwaway economy into one where we eliminate waste, circulate resources, and adopt nature-positive, low carbon, and resource-efficient systems.
We want to power circular living in every boardroom and every home, and you can help us achieve this.
The role
WRAP is expanding the impact of our Water Roadmap to promote sustainable water management across the UK food and drink supply chains. As an Associate Specialist in Water, you will have the unique opportunity to upskill and develop your expertise in this transformative journey, shaping a more sustainable food system. You’ll work alongside senior specialists, gaining the knowledge and experience needed to help deliver meaningful change in the sector.
In this dynamic role, you’ll enhance your capabilities to provide strategic direction and leadership, driving action and impact through our Water Roadmap.
Your work will support business water strategies and collective action projects in critical ‘at-risk’ catchments, while you stay at the forefront of water management and technology. You will support the development and delivery of our existing collective action projects in the UK and internationally, help identify opportunities for new projects, and engage with a range of stakeholders to contribute to meaningful impact. This includes assisting with influencing and negotiation efforts to secure commitment, action, and support for the Water Roadmap. You will also contribute to progress reports, impact monitoring, funder updates, and represent WRAP at conferences, seminars, and events
You’ll continuously learn and apply new insights, building strong professional relationships with industry, government, and other stakeholders.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a motivated individual with a foundational understanding of sustainability, ideally coupled with some practical experience in business, consulting, or a similar NGO environment.
Relevant experience includes:
- Supporting sustainability initiatives or projects.
- Engaging with stakeholders across various sectors.
- Assisting with project development and management.
- Contributing to advocacy and negotiation efforts.
Ready to help us save the planet?
Our people are what make WRAP unique. If you think you have what it takes, but your experience looks different to what is advertised, please still apply.
We want to help you be your best, so please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustments during the recruitment process.
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