Development Project Manager

A Single Thread (AST) is a non-profit organisation focused on making sustainable fashion accessible to everyone, regardless of background or budget. Through a grassroots approach, AST empowers individuals with skills, resources, and practical actions to build a better fashion future. The organisation connects brands, makers, activists, and community groups, creating a powerful network that amplifies change in the fashion industry. AST delivers an annual programme of events and activities designed to inspire, upskill, and support everyday citizens in reshaping their relationship with clothing.

The Development Project Manager (DPM) is responsible for overseeing the Restitch the Future (RTF) project for A Single Thread (AST), in partnership with Bath Spa University’s Future Fashion Works (BSU). The project will be co-delivered by the two organisations, and the DPM will act as a bridge between the two teams to ensure AST meets its deliverables. The project’s primary objectives are to develop a comprehensive playbook for sustainable and resilient high street hubs and to drive business development to ensure AST’s financial sustainability.

This role involves project management, strategic planning, partnership mapping, business development and creating resources to support the growth and resilience of AST’s hub network.

Location: Bristol. Remote working, with regular face-to-face working as needed.

Hours: 2 days per week (0.4 FTE)

Contract term: 12-month fixed term. With potential for extension.

Start date: 1 January 2027

• 1.Project management & reporting
• 2.Project mapping& strategic planning
• 3.Testbed & pilot sustainable fashion initiativesin high street settings
• 5.Development of a resilient hub model playbook
• 6.Increasing diversity in the AST network and programmes

• - At least three years experience in project management, particularly with funded initiatives, including data management, reporting, and accountability.
• - At least three years experience working with non-profit or charitable organisations.
• - Demonstrated experience in business development for SMEs, including innovative income stream creation, and financial sustainability strategies.
• - Experience in strategic planning and developing resources for community-based initiatives.
• - Experience in project mapping, including partnerships, resources, and networks to identify opportunities for growth and collaboration.
• - Experience of working with local authorities, NGOs, or community organisations to facilitate partnerships and initiatives.
• - Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• - Knowledge and understanding of A Single Thread’s core programmes and campaigns, their purpose and structure.
• - Passion for sustainable fashion and social justice.