Standards Manager (maternity cover)

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The Soil Association is the UK's leading environmental charity campaigning for people and planet-friendly food and farming.

We are looking for an experienced individual to manage the development of standards for organic production and processing across the sectors of agriculture, horticulture, food processing and ethical trade. You will also be responsible for managing the Standards Research Officer.

You will have a relevant degree, knowledge of organic principles and research experience in organic production or food processing. You will also have experience in a wide range of production or processing sectors. You will have excellent communication, interpersonal, line management and organisational skills.