We are seeking a candidate who resides in Wales and is passionate about protecting and restoring nature as a Council Member to join our other trustees and lead the RSPB to speak up for nature, ensuring that nature and green spaces are enjoyed by urban populations as well as those living in the countryside, and to help spread the word that everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment, as well as a right to enjoy and benefit from its natural beauty.
What you will be doing
RSPB Council is the controlling body of the RSPB and has ultimate responsibility for directing the affairs of the organisation, ensuring it is solvent, well run, compliant with the law and its governing document, and delivering the outcomes for which it was set up. You will play a vital role in shaping our strategic direction, ensuring good governance and using your expertise to help us achieve our goals. This is a voluntary role that offers the opportunity to make a real impact on nature conservation.
The Council comprises twelve Trustees including the chair. Members are expected to attend four meetings a year as well as participate in occasional sub-committees and events. The role is voluntary but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
We are looking for passionate individuals who are willing and interested in committing their time, thoughts, and energy to the environmental movement. They engage their external networks and peers with enthusiasm, championing the values and mission of the RSPB. Most importantly, a council member should act with accountability and in the best interests of the RSPB. It is important to us that our council members have an understanding of diverse communities who may not have historically engaged with the RSPB, and a connection to those communities.
Council Members should be willing to build an understanding of RSPB's operating environment, from the perspective of a large and complex charity operating in challenging times and building resilience to managing change in a contested world. They are proactive and seek opportunities to work alongside the wider workforce in promoting interest in the work of the Society, including membership, to help promote the influence and policy agenda of the Society, and to represent the charity to its stakeholders.
We are particularly keen to hear from those with expertise in the following areas:
Personal Capabilities
* Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
* Ability to make sound and impartial decisions
* Commitment to the mission and values of the charity
* Willingness to dedicate time and effort to Council meetings and activities
Inter-Personal Capabilities
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
* Strong communication and influencing skills
* Willingness to challenge constructively and contribute to debate
* Ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including funders, policymakers, and local communities
Contextual Knowledge
* Understanding of environmental and conservation challenges
* Awareness of the regulatory and legal responsibilities of charities and trustees
* Familiarity with the broader non-profit sector and fundraising environment
Technical Knowledge
* Chairing Skills: Experience in leading meetings, setting agendas, and ensuring effective decision-making.
* Experience of Commerce: Expertise in business strategy, financial oversight, and income generation.
* Experience of Digital Skills: Knowledge of digital communications, data management, online engagement, or IT governance.
* Resident of Wales with a strong connection to local communities.
What's in it for you
The opportunity to know you are helping to make a difference for wildlife and the environment by providing good governance and leadership. An opportunity to lead the operations of the charity where decisions will have a lasting impact on stakeholders and advise and direct the RSPB on the appropriateness of its policies, budget decisions, contributing to and influencing the development of the strategy and delivery of its charitable work.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are an inclusive organisation and are actively encouraging people from underrepresented groups including people from minority ethnic backgrounds to apply. We recognise that we are currently underrepresented in this area and would welcome the contribution from diverse backgrounds to help us better reflect the communities we serve. We want our Council Members to reflect and uphold a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
To apply, please refer to the guidance notes at the top of this advert and upload:
* A copy of your current CV
* A brief cover-note (no more than 2500 characters) that explains your interest in the vacancy, and how you are suited to this role
The closing date for applications is midnight on 23rd March 2025.
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