Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust (DPHT) is a dynamic and energetic charity committed to transforming the future of the Heritage Dartmoor Pony on Dartmoor – working hand in hand with pony keepers and breeders on the moor, communities, organisations and decision-makers.
Today, this work has never been more important. Heritage pony herds on the moor have declined, and the numbers of these beautiful animals have plummeted. We face a future where Dartmoor is bereft of its ponies, where the rare heathland habitat and wildlife that they help maintain is on the road to destruction and increasingly inaccessible for people to experience and enjoy. DPHT plans to ramp up its work in response.
We are delighted to be recruiting a Project Manager on a 12 month fixed-term contract basis. The Project Manager will manage and co-ordinate an exciting new project which aims to strengthen the Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust, positioning it to effectively safeguard the future of traditional pony herds on the moor.
The Project Manager will be responsible for:
1. Setting up focus groups
2. Developing a fundraising strategy
3. Arranging community engagement and consultation events
4. Creating new online educational resources
5. Reviewing the Trust’s activities and services
6. Developing a campaign strategy
They will co-ordinate the work of contracted expert consultants to deliver this work and report to the Project Steering Group, as well as the Board of Trustees.
We are looking for someone with experience of working on projects with varied deadlines and deliverables. You should have line management experience and excellent planning and time management skills with the ability to multi-task. You must be confident to organise multi-faceted events and activities and ensure the delivery of a range of practical tasks, both indoor and out. Familiarity with equines is desirable. You must have a passion for Dartmoor and specifically the Dartmoor Heritage Pony.
This is a part-time role, working two days per week (hybrid).
For a full list of responsibilities and the person specification, please view the Job Vacancy Pack.
Initial Interview (Zoom): On or before 18th February 2025
Interview with Board of Trustees: 20th February 2025
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