Job title
Industry Engagement Manager – Wales
Company
Seafish
Description of the job
This role is responsible for supporting the seafood industry in Wales by leading and advancing initiatives that benefit the seafood supply chain. This is achieved through building and maintaining strong relationships with seafood businesses, as well as key stakeholders such as the Welsh Government, other government bodies, public sector partner organisations and academic institutions. By fostering these connections, the role aims to expand the reach of our support and position Seafish as a valuable industry contributor, driving economic growth and adding value across priority work streams aligned to our Corporate Plan.
Requirements
- Broad seafood industry understanding, gained through formal education to degree level, hands-on experience, or alternative pathways.
- Knowledge of, and solid proven experience working within, the Welsh seafood supply chain, including a strong grasp of key sector issues and sustainability principles (commercial and environmental).
- Demonstrated ability to engage and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across multiple sectors, including industry, government, development agencies, and research institutes.
- Experience in building and maintaining productive relationships while navigating complex industry dynamics.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to diplomatically manage competing views and interests as a skilled facilitator.
- Proven ability to coordinate complex work programmes, adopting a self-sufficient approach to managing a range of activities with a key focus on problem solving, managing risk, delivering results, demonstrating impact, and meeting stakeholder requirements.
- Excellent organisational, planning, and project management skills, with experience of managing budgets of up to £75k and successfully delivering projects within agreed timescales.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams.
Location
Home Based with flexible work environment (Wales preferred but not essential)
Salary
Not specified
How to apply
Interested applicants should send their CV and a covering letter to Seafish.
Deadline
6th May 2025
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