Head of Conservation

Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT) are an organisation driven by a passion for Fife’s natural heritage and a commitment to promoting understanding and care for the natural environment through outdoor learning; and believe that our people are our greatest asset and look to employ individuals who bring a positive, energetic, constructive, and committed attitude to the workplace.

We are currently seeking a ‘Head of Conservation & Engagement’ to join us on a temporary basis covering a period of maternity leave. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills in English, and the ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit team. Managing multiple demands and prioritizing effectivelywill be essential in leadingand inspiring your teamin the development anddelivery of theFCCT’sConservation and Engagement Plan.

Essential characteristics:

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) or significant relevant experience.
• Management experience or qualification.
• Experience of developing effective multi-agency/partnership working.
• Experience and evidence of effective delegation.
• Project management qualification or experience.
• Experience of leading the development and delivery of strategic documents.
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills and experience of delivering presentations to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of relevant technologies including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Suite and online applications.
• Able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of outdoor recreation, environmental conservation issues and the benefits of access to countryside.
• A full UK driving licence or access to a driver if disability prevents driving.

This is a full-time (36 hours per week) post with a contract term of 12-13 months depending on availability of the successful candidate and comes with a salary of £42,686 to £51,302 (FC9) FTE. Work will typically be delivered over a five-day week and may include some evening and weekend work as required.

Additional benefits include:

• Holiday entitlementof25 daysplus 8 days Public Holiday;
• Competitive pensioncontribution;
• Access toCycle to Work Scheme;
• Access to trainingand professional development;
• Flexibleworking.

The closing date for this post is midnight on Sunday 28th April, with the successful candidate being expected to start week commencing 1st July 2024.