Eat Smart Development Manager

Eat Smart Development Manager role at Bendigo Advertiser Contract type: Permanent – Role type: Employment – Hours: Part time (30–32 hours per week) Location: Newcastle (home‑based, remote/hybrid with occasional UK travel) Salary: £34,320 to £39,520 (Pro‑Rata) Application deadline: Monday, 12 January 2026 – 09:00 Start date: End of February 2026 (subject to interview discussion) Role Purpose This is a pivotal leadership role focused on scaling the Eat Smart model nationally. The postholder will drive growth by developing regional and national partnerships, securing funding, recruiting and onboarding delivery partners, and ensuring quality and impact across all Eat Smart schools and organisations. Key Responsibilities Strategic Growth & Project Development Co‑develop and deliver a UK‑wide expansion strategy for Eat Smart. Develop and manage the franchise/licensing model for national delivery partners. Lead on the recruitment, onboarding and support of partner organisations. Funding & Partnership Development Identify, establish and nurture partnerships with national and local government agencies, policy makers, school bodies and funders. Research relevant funding opportunities and support delivery partners in submission of funding applications. UK Network Management & Evaluation Co‑design and develop the Eat Smart monitoring and evaluation system. Lead on management of the monitoring and evaluation system and support delivery partners. Create local and national impact reports and use insights to inform improvement and growth. Assist delivery partners with meetings with local authorities and catering organisations. Marketing & Communications Co‑design and lead delivery of annual Eat Smart conferences. Represent Eat Smart at events, conferences and networking opportunities. Manage Eat Smart UK social media channels and develop digital and print materials. Person Specification Essential Alignment with Bind’s values. Understanding of third sector grant funding landscape and successful bid writing experience. Strong project management and organisational skills. Experience in partnership and stakeholder recruitment and management. Ability to lead, inspire and develop teams of partners remotely. Experience with monitoring, evaluation and reporting frameworks. Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for improving environmental and education outcomes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in IT systems (shared documents, spreadsheets, Zoom/Teams/Meet, social media, website editing and emails). Desirable Interest and awareness of food waste on a local and global level. Experience in business development, franchise management or operational leadership. Experience working in education, environment or social impact sectors. Knowledge of primary school systems. Experience of community engagement in the UK. Full driving licence and access to own vehicle. Disclosure Check A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Check will be required for the post; a clean DBS certificate is not essential and will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis. What We Offer Opportunity to shape and lead the national growth of an amazing educational programme. Collaborative, mission‑driven environment with real social and environmental impact. Flexible working arrangements and supportive leadership. Remote working, with an office in Newcastle’s Ouseburn Valley. Being part of a small and passionate team believing in a positive disruptive mission to change the food waste landscape across the UK. Application Process We are working with Jobs with Purpose to recruit for this post. To apply, please refer to the attached Job Description and email a CV along with a supporting statement (no more than two sides) to David Robinson ( ). The supporting statement should reflect what makes you a suitable candidate and how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification. For any questions or to arrange a chat about the role, please email David with your availability. #J-18808-Ljbffr