Community Partnerships Manager
Chester Zoo Closing date: Sun, 19 Jul 2026
- Full time
- £40k-£50k
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Thu, 25 Jun 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Using established project management structures, the Community Partnerships Manager will ensure adherence to and delivery against the project activity and action plan, record keeping and reporting to project governance bodies and multiple project funders.
The Community Partnerships Manager will be accountable to the internal Chester Zoo Project Board and a Steering Group comprised of project partners, who have oversight of the project. The Community Partnerships Manager will track and monitor project budget (c.£5million) and ensure that all spending is in line with the agreed budget and follows NLHF and CZ procedures. The Community Partnerships Manager will be supported in these tasks by the Senior Community Participation and Engagement Manager and will line manage a Project Administrator who will help with the day-to-day administration of the project.
Job Requirements
Work collaboratively with project partners to ensure that planned conservation action and engagement activities are taking place according to timescale and budget detailed in NFN project activity plan.
Support the NFN team and wider Partnership to create links, pathways and signposting between the work that is taking place and to improve collaborative working to increase impact and efficiency.
Provide regular reports to Project Board, and the Steering Group, ensuring that internal and external stakeholders are kept appraised of project progress and any areas of risk.
Work with the Trusts and Foundations Manager to manage relationships with National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) and other funders for the project. Lead on reporting to the NLHF, ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements to ensure successful drawdown of the c.£4million grant.
Manage the allocated budget for the delivery phase c.£5million working within the agreed budget and proactively seeking app
Job Responsibilities
Work with Chester Zoo Science Department and external contractors to evaluate the impact of the project, including gathering evidence and case studies.
Advocate for the project at internal and external forums, conferences and networks, ensuring widespread community, conservation sector and stakeholder buy-in to Networks for Nature.
Ensure that all project activities are safe and appropriately risk assessed, liaising with specialist staff and Health and Safety Advisors as appropriate. Ensure all project activities are compliant with all legislation and best practice guidance, including safeguarding, Construction and Design Management, GDPR, Health and Safety and Copyright.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Community Partnerships Manager
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours: Full time
- Role: Research
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Sun, 19 Jul 2026
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Location:
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Job: Community Partnerships Manager
Job: Community Partnerships Manager
Organisation: Chester Zoo
Postcode: CH1 2LE
How to Apply
Apply via Chester Zoo careers page.
- Contact name: Alex McGinn
- Contact email: [email protected]