Chief Executive Salary:Up to £65,000 9% pension (after successful probation period) Location: Sheffield S2 2SF, Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust Full time, 37.5 hours per week Permanent Closing date: 9am Monday 10th March 2025 First interviews: 17th /18th March at Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust Second interviews: Week commencing 24th March 2025 Following 13 highly successful years our current CEO, Liz Ballard, has decided to step down. As we celebrate our 40th year, we are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to take forward our ambitious strategy for nature and people. The Trust has been a key player in local conservation efforts since 1985, and we continue to lead vital work across Rotherham and Sheffield. Our diverse nature reserves, local wildlife conservation initiatives, and community engagement programmes are just a few examples of the important role we play in shaping a sustainable future for both people and wildlife. The role of CEO offers a unique opportunity to lead a passionate team and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, from local communities to policymakers and businesses. We’re looking for someone who understands the challenges and opportunities for a wildlife charity today, has a track record of strong leadership, and shares our deep commitment to safeguarding nature for future generations. We are looking for a leader who can inspire, collaborate, and motivate others to take action in support of our vision. If you are driven by the belief that nature should be accessible to all, and that we have a responsibility to protect and restore it, we encourage you to consider applying for this important role. We are seeking a strategic, business minded leader with a strong background in organisational development. You will have experience leading cross-functional teams, streamlining systems for efficiency, and securing funding through large scale, strategic funding bids, grant applications and philanthropic income. You will need to have a good understanding of the environment sector and up to date knowledge of the programmes, policies and drivers in which the organisation operates. Our Trust is home to passionate and knowledgeable specialists dedicated to making an impact—we want you to empower and support them to achieve their best and be ready to lead with vision and drive About You Experience: Inspirational leadership and motivational management Strategic board level operator with proven commercial acumen Developing and maintaining successful partnerships Representation and advocacy at a senior level Marketing, PR and fundraising strategy Securing and managing grant funded projects Executive level financial and budget management Knowledge Degree-level education with ongoing professional development Understanding of, and commitment to, the environment, nature conservation and environmental education Awareness of local, regional and national policy arenas Legal requirements for charities Skills Strategic thinking and planning Excellent communication skills – verbal, written and presentational Strong leadership, financial, and organisational management Effective decision making skills Risk analysis and mitigation skills Ability to advocate, negotiate and influence at all levels Ability to manage multiple projects Please note you must hold a current full driving licence and be able to work flexibly including some evenings and weekends. About Us Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust is an independent, local, environmental charity governed by a Board of Trustees drawn from our local community. We are one of 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK for nature and people. We are working towards an exciting and ambitious Strategy 2030. Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust believes that equality, diversity and inclusion is an essential part of what we do and how we achieve our vision for wildlife and nature. Our staff, volunteers, and the communities we work with deserve equality of opportunity, benefit from embracing diversity and thrive in an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workplace. Applications should be made through the Networx portal with a covering letter explaining your suitability together with a full Curriculum Vitae. No agencies at this stage please