Project Administration Officer

Project Administration Officer (Part-Time, Flexible Working)

Location: Home-based, ideally located within easy travelling distance of the East of England or London. The role includes monthly in-person team meetings.

Salary: £26,000 – £30,500 (full‑time equivalent, depending on experience)

Water Resources East (WRE) is looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Administration Officer to support our growing portfolio of projects tackling one of the region’s most important challenges: water security.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key supporting role in meaningful, high‑impact work—helping deliver projects that make a real difference to agriculture, the environment, and communities.

You’ll provide essential administrative support across a range of projects, working closely with the team to ensure smooth delivery. Initially, your focus will be on supporting a major agricultural grant scheme in Cambridgeshire, before expanding into wider project support across WRE.

This is a varied role where no two days are the same—ideal for someone who thrives on organisation, detail, and teamwork.

• Supporting project managers with financial administration and purchasing processes
• Managing grant applications using Microsoft 365 systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Organising meetings (online and in‑person), including scheduling, agendas, minutes, and follow‑ups
• Assisting with workshops and events logistics across the East of England
• Maintaining project documentation and SharePoint systems
• Handling inbox enquiries and stakeholder communications
• Supporting reporting, data management, and presentation preparation
• Contributing to wider team activities, including communications and engagement work

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Experienced in administration, purchasing, and financial processes
• A confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and able to work independently in a remote team

• Background in business administration, project management, or similar (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with financial systems or ability to learn quickly
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Experience managing stakeholder queries

• Experience with PowerPoint, websites, or social media
• Awareness of water or environmental issues

• 26 days annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays
• Bonus scheme
• Employer pension contributions up to 12%
• Private health insurance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Monthly team meetups
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

At WRE, you’ll be part of a small, collaborative team working on innovative solutions to regional water challenges. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can grow and contribute.

Please note:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Apply now and be part of a team making a lasting impact.

For more information, please contact Michelle: