Program Director
About Reverse Resources
Founded in 2014, Reverse Resources (RR) has been at the forefront of driving the circular economy in the textiles and fashion industry through our innovative software-as-a-service (SaaS) and marketplace platform. Our mission is to digitally connect textile waste with the best possible recycling options so that fashion would be able to use its own waste as a primary raw material again - feasibly, at scale, globally. We work on data-driven supply chain management for textile waste, offer real-time statistics and data, transparency and market insight both to the industry and the public sector. We connect brands with recycling partners and provide recyclers with access to high-quality waste in a transparent and cost-effective way. We’re already working with 18 of the largest global fashion brands and leading textile-to-textile recyclers while capturing data from 34 countries.
About the opportunity
Job Title: Program Director
Location: Estonia, Spain, Remote
We are seeking an experienced Program Director with a minimum of five years experience in managing teams and large-scale projects, particularly within the circular economy and textile sectors. The successful candidate will ensure the successful delivery of all programs, oversee a team of program managers, and maintain key stakeholder relationships across Asia, Europe, and North Africa.
Your responsibilities will include
Lead and manage a team of five program managers in delivering multi-stakeholder projects related to circular economy initiatives.
Prepare, submit, and manage grant and tender applications, particularly with an understanding of EU funding processes and international project auditing principles.
Ensure all projects align with our SaaS platform and marketplace goals, and oversee the associated data analysis needed for collaboration projects.
Ensure (together with program managers), that all projects are completed successfully, incl. reporting to the funding authorities, and that project partners are happy with the results.
Maintain and develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, including public-sector organizations, development agencies, and foundations.
Work with our programme partners leading to new sales, discovering new opportunities for raising grants or project based funding.
Oversee and support the administrative aspects of the department’s projects, ensuring smooth execution and reporting.
Be prepared for occasional travel as required to support international initiatives.
We're looking for someone with:- Minimum of five years of experience in a similar management role, ideally with a background in circular economy and textiles.
- Familiarity with EU tender processes and public funding management.
- Strong skills in report writing and stakeholder communication.
- A key role in a company that is impact-driven and focused on building a circular business model globally.
- Close collaboration with the world’s largest fashion brands and their supply chains, working at the forefront of the industry alongside leading textile recyclers worldwide.
- The chance to make a real difference every day. It is a large impact project on a global scale where you will be contributing directly to changing the world systematically.
- A diverse and inclusive team culture where every opinion is valued, and you'll benefit from a wealth of perspectives that drive innovation and personal growth.
- Flexible working arrangements.