At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead an exciting project to transform London’s largest agroecological farm.
- Company: Join the Woodlands Farm Trust and Sitopia Farm CIC in a meaningful partnership.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time role with a chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Opportunity to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and grow your network.
- Why this job: Shape the future of urban food systems while working with passionate community members.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and a passion for sustainable food systems.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Project Steward (Part‑time Consultancy)
Help shape the future of London’s largest agroecological farm, the Woodlands Farm Trust (WFT).
Partnering with Sitopia Farm CIC, we are embarking on our Green Blueprint – a project funded by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation to co‑create a transformational business, ecological, and governance plan that will be a beacon for healthy, resilient, and nature‑positive urban food systems.
Role Overview
Duration: 6–9 months (Part‑time).
The Project Steward is the heartbeat and orchestrator of this journey, holding the process together from “Dreaming” to “Launch”.
Key responsibilities include driving momentum, stewarding the budget, hiring specialists, and ensuring community, volunteers and community groups genuinely play a part.
Key Responsibilities
- Hold the process together from “Dreaming” to “Launch”.
- Drive project momentum and ensure timely delivery.
- Steward the project budget and manage financial oversight.
- Hire specialists and coordinate their contributions.
- Ensure community, volunteers and community groups have a genuine role.
Qualifications
- Empathetic community facilitator.
- Rigorous project manager.
- Assertive internal client.
- Proven track record of steering complex, multi‑stakeholder projects.
- Deep passion for sustainable food systems.
Why Work With Us?
- Make a tangible impact on London’s largest community farm.
- Collaborate with trustees, commercial regenerative farmers, passionate volunteers and institutional funders.
- Help shape the future of urban food systems.
How to Apply
Submit a short Expression of Interest (maximum 2 pages) detailing
- Your relevant experience
- Why this project speaks to you
- Your general availability
Send to: ian. blight@thewoodlandsfarmtrust. org. Deadline: 22 July 2026 09:00.
Interviews
Interviews will be held in person at the beautiful Woodlands Farm, Shooters Hill, London SE18. Applications received by the specified method will be considered.
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Project Steward employer: The Woodlands Farm Trust
Join the Woodlands Farm Trust as a Project Steward and be part of a transformative journey towards sustainable urban food systems in London. Our collaborative work culture fosters meaningful connections with community members, volunteers, and experts, providing you with unique opportunities for personal and professional growth while making a real impact on local agriculture. Enjoy the benefits of working in a vibrant environment that values ecological stewardship and community engagement.
