Consulting Director: Farming, food and environment policy evaluation (Basé à London)

ICF is seeking a Consulting Director for Farming, Food, and Environment Policy Evaluation based in London. The role requires expertise in policy evaluation, management of complex projects, and collaboration with government clients. Responsibilities include leading projects, managing teams, and supporting business development. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment focused on impactful policy research and evaluation.
Consulting Director: Farming, food and environment policy evaluation, London

This role at ICF offers an opportunity for an experienced evaluator, policy analyst, and service leader with expertise in farming, food, and environmental policies to support and expand our work in the UK. We are a leading provider of evaluation support to organizations such as Defra, Natural England, the Environment Agency, and others within the Defra family.

Our work addresses key policy issues, including:
Rural economy and agriculture Sustainable food production and the agri-food chain Biodiversity and natural capital restoration Blue economy, marine planning, and conservation Climate change and achieving net zero Pollution and circular economy initiatives

Why Join ICF?

Develop your career within a global, collaborative, and supportive environment. ICF is a thought leader across multiple disciplines, with a vast network of experts. You will be part of a team committed to delivering high-quality evidence and evaluation, embracing new ideas and approaches to make an impact.

We are creating a new Consulting Director role focused on farming, food, and environmental policies due to increasing demand. The successful candidate will lead projects and contribute to our management team, supporting policy research and evaluation for UK and EU institutions across diverse policy areas.

The Job Role

In this position, you will:
Collaborate with senior managers to shape and execute strategic growth Manage large framework contracts with clients and research partners Lead technical excellence and innovation in evaluation and research Apply expertise in land, food, and agriculture policies Direct projects, supporting project managers to meet deadlines and budgets Manage and mentor staff and project teams Lead business development and build networks Promote ICF’s evaluation and research expertise

This role involves managing complex projects and teams, with opportunities for professional development through training, mentoring, and a structured career pathway.

Who We Are Looking For

We seek a strategic leader and team player with:
Experience in driving business growth and capacity building Proven senior-level experience working with government Expertise in policy evaluation, research, and analysis Strong knowledge of land management, agriculture, food chains, and environmental policies Experience managing projects, budgets, and teams Excellent communication skills Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivation #J-18808-Ljbffr