Zoo Sustainability Strategist

3 weeks ago


Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom Chester Zoo Full time

Sustainability Strategist:** Join Our Team

Chester Zoo is seeking a highly skilled sustainability strategist to join our team as the Chief Conservation Officer/Deputy CEO. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping our conservation strategy and ensuring the long-term sustainability of our organisation.

About the Role:

The Chief Conservation Officer/Deputy CEO will be responsible for directing and further developing the conservation plan, leading and integrating the Animal and Plant, Conservation Education & Engagement, and Conservation Science and Policy and Field Programmes departments into one 'Conservation' directorate.

Main Responsibilities:

Developing and implementing the conservation planLeading and integrating departments into a 'Conservation' directorateWorking with the executive team to support the development of and ensure effective delivery of the strategic plan

Requirements:

We are looking for an exceptional, strategic leader with a strong understanding of and passion for global conservation issues. The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative and collegiate approach, strong communication skills, excellent people management skills and experience, commercial acumen and the ability and standing to be a strong advocate for the organisation and to influence at senior level in the relevant arenas.

About Chester Zoo:

Chester Zoo is a leading conservation charity with a rich history of protecting wildlife and its habitats. We are committed to delivering high-quality care for our animals, providing engaging experiences for our visitors and contributing to the advancement of conservation knowledge.



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