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Modeshift STARS Programme Manager (Education)

ORCA

Full-time

Arlington County, VA, USA · darlington, uk · County Durham, UK · Remote

Posted on Oct 30, 2026

Hybrid working (Home-based with at least one day per month in Darlington)
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Fixed-term contract until 31 March 2029 (with potential extension)

Modeshift is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating healthier, greener and more sustainable communities by encouraging people to walk, wheel, ride and use shared transport for their everyday journeys. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Programme Manager to lead our successful Modeshift STARS Education programme, supporting schools, local authorities and partners across the UK to deliver outstanding travel planning and behaviour change initiatives.

As STARS Programme Manager, you will lead the growth and development of our nationally recognised accreditation scheme, helping more schools and organisations engage with sustainable travel.

You will manage a team of STARS Officers, build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders, oversee programme delivery, and help shape the future of the STARS scheme.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and managing the STARS Education programme
Supporting and developing a team of up to five staff
Growing licence holder numbers and customer engagement
Building strong relationships with schools, local authorities and national partners
Developing resources, guidance and best practice
Delivering training, events and awards programmes
Monitoring performance and reporting on programme outcomes
Supporting the development of new initiatives and opportunities

About you

We're looking for someone who has:

Strong programme or project management experience-Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Experience managing staff and delivering successful programmes
A passion for sustainable and active travel
Experience working with travel plans, behaviour change programmes, education settings or accreditation schemes
Excellent communication, presentation and report-writing skills

What we offer

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Employer pension contribution
Flexible and hybrid working
Training and professional development opportunities
Friendly and supportive team culture
Laptop, mobile phone and travel expenses for business travel

Why work for Modeshift?

You'll join a passionate national organisation making a real difference to communities across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-profile programme, influence national best practice, and help create lasting behaviour change that benefits people and places.

Applications must be received by 9am Monday 16th November.

Job interviews will be held in person in Darlington on Wednesday 2nd December.

Any questions, please contact admin@modeshift.org.uk FAO Benjamin Smith

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