WFPO is hiring an assistant manager
Western Fish Producers’ Organisation Assistant Manager
The Western Fish Producers’ Organisation (WFPO) is the newest UK government recognised commercial fishing co-operative, formed in 2020. Key objectives of the WFPO are:
Improve the sustainability of members’ operations to achieve high standards;
Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver benefits to members and broader society, and
Add value to members’ products including improving market conditions.
Fish Producer Organisation’s (FPOs) are at the forefront of delivering a sustainable and profitable future for the UK commercial fishing sector. They are entrusted with quota management and other responsibilities such as higher rates of grant funding by the UK government. FPO’s represent the majority of companies catching UK wild seafood and as such achieve positive change from their unique position of influence between fishing companies and the UK government.
Role Description
The role is based near Exeter in the Southwest of England. The post holder will have a diverse role running the organisational processes as well as supporting and deputising for the WFPO Manager in projects and external engagement. Key characteristics of the successful candidate should include: attention to detail, adaptability to carry out a broad range of work and being a great communicator.
You will be a member of a team of two, leveraging the knowledge and networks of the members in diverse settings. You will work directly with fishermen on the quayside, senior government officials, fish buyers and other organisations to find pragmatic solutions. Time will be spent primarily on office work, with a regular quayside presence and external meeting attendance plus opportunities for trips to sea.
Key knowledge required or to be attained
Fisheries management
Grant funding schemes
Media awareness
Public policy development
Key skills required or to be attained
Negotiation and influencing
Highly effective communicator
Basic finance and accounting
Project management
I.T. competent
Driving licence
Benefits
Salary £30,000 to £35,000 depending on experience
Discretionary annual bonus
Company phone and laptop
To apply, please send your CV to martyn@waterdance.co.uk by Wednesday 14th December