The South East Rivers Trust (SERT), is the river restoration charity for the South East of England. Our vision is that rivers across the South East are clean, healthy and rich in biodiversity. Our mission is to restore and protect rivers and their catchments against multiple threats and a dramatically changing climate. To help achieve this, we are excited to be expanding our team.

We do this by:

delivering evidence-based and nature-based solutions on land and in rivers;
inspiring and empowering more people to protect rivers for the future.

Working at SERT is rewarding, fulfilling and busy. We work collaboratively and with passion, and this is reflected in our core values of: delivering high quality work, using expertise and scientific understanding, building good and effective relationships, and bringing positive energy to all we do. With rivers and catchments needing serious action to survive, our ambitions are growth and doubling our impact over the next three years– so you’ll be comfortable with challenge, excited by change and willing to turn your hand to anything required. If this sounds like an environment that you would thrive in, we would love to hear from you.

Are you a dynamic leader passionate about project management and organisational change? Join our team as a Programme Manager and shape the future of our Project Management Office (PMO).

Your Role

Develop and lead the PMO, shaping systems, governance, and best practices
Champion internal change and drive adoption of project management tools
Mentor and empower teams, ensuring project delivery success
Build collaborative relationships, both internally and externally, and deliver strategic change initiatives
Effective monitoring of projects and programmes

What We’re Looking For

Demonstrated experience in PMO development and change management
Expertise in project management methodologies (PRINCE2, PMP, Agile etc.)
Excellent communication, facilitation, and analytical skills
Relevant degree and/or project management certification preferred
Tech savvy, strategic, and collaborative mindset
Ability to think creatively and innovatively to maximise return on investment

Join us to lead transformation, empower others, and make a lasting impact. If you’re ready to drive change and foster excellence, we want to hear from you!

Please see the full Programme Manager job description for more information.

How to apply:

Please send the following documents found on our website to jobs@southeastriverstrust.org :

Your CV
a completed SERT Application for Employment
Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form (optional)

The deadline for application is 11:59pm on Sunday 17th August 2025. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early.

If you would like to discuss the position please email jobs@southeastriverstrust.org with your enquiry and we will arrange to call you back.

Please note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not have a licence to sponsor overseas applicants.