Project Development Manager.

Located at Helmsley or Danby Lodge.

The North York Moors National Park Authority helps to look after one of the most phenomenal parts of the British Isles. Filled with beautiful moorlands and fantastic woodland, the North York Moors is a unique area with a diversity of landscape and wildlife.

We are now looking for a Project Development Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37 hours per week to support the development of projects which will deliver improved outcomes around recreation, health and wellbeing for all who access the special qualities of the National Park.

The Benefits

- Salary of £36,362 to £39,862, with potential progression to £44,075
- 25 days’ annual leave, rising annually by one day to 30 days after five years’ service, plus public holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced project development manager with a strong leadership style to join our vital organisation.

You’ll have the chance to work on high-profile, impactful projects across a nationally significant landscape, building a strong and rewarding portfolio of work that you can see making a real difference.
You’ll also benefit from a varied and influential role, where you can broaden your experience, enhance your leadership expertise and continue to build a well-rounded career in project development.

The Role

As a Project Development Manager, you will lead the development of projects that support recreation and wellbeing objectives across the North York Moors National Park.
Specifically, you will oversee the project development pipeline, working with colleagues to shape ideas, explore funding opportunities and support the creation of strong funding applications.
You will also provide leadership across the Directorate, helping to embed a strong project-focused approach to delivery in key areas such as Ranger Services whilst also leading on the effective development and deployment of the Directorate’s Apprentice team.

Additionally, you will:

- Build strong partnerships to support joined-up project development
- Assist with managing capital projects, including contractor procurement
- Identify and develop new funding opportunities for the Directorate Apprentice Programme
- Maintain information systems to support planning and decision-making
- Support internal and external communications across the Directorate

About You

To be considered as a Project Development Manager, you will need:

- Experience of project development, including ideation, inception and identifying funding opportunities
- Experience managing and delivering projects, including leading project teams
- Experience supporting others to develop project skills and knowledge
- Experience of contract management and procurement
- Knowledge of information systems and data management
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent leadership skills
- A degree or equivalent level of relevant professional experience

Applications must be completed by 23:59 on Monday 4 May 2026.
Interviews are likely to be held on Friday 22 May 2026.

Other organisations may call this role Project Manager, Programme Development Manager, Project Officer, Funding and Development Manager, or Project Delivery Manager.
Webrecruit and the North York Moors National Park Authority are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

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