An exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on connecting communities for change as Chief Executive Officer of Earth Trust, the pioneering environmental charity addressing the challenges of climate change, biodiversity and health and well-being through the power of connecting people with natural green spaces.
Earth Trust is the pioneering Oxfordshire environmental charity at the forefront of addressing the challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss, and health well-being through the power of connecting people with natural green spaces.
Earth Trust is dedicated to inspiring people to address the pressing challenges of our time. With a rich history spanning decades, Earth Trust has established itself as a trusted and influential voice, combining scientific expertise with a deep commitment to community engagement and education, demonstrating innovation in thinking and sustainability in everything it does.
Located in Oxfordshire, the 500-plus hectare land holding, which includes the Earth Trust Centre and Farm, serves as a living laboratory for resources, sustainable land management practices, regenerative agriculture, and ecological restoration. In addition, Earth Trust is a partner in managing a growing number of green spaces close to where people live and work. Through inspiring and award-winning public programming, educational initiatives, and collaborative partnerships, Earth Trust strives to foster a deeper connection between communities and the natural world, empowering individuals to take personal action towards a more sustainable future.
Earth Trust is embarking on a transformative strategic capital development programme c.£10 million that will revolutionise its operations and significantly expand its reach and influence and ability for the Trust to become financially sustainable. This project, known as ‘Gateway’, is aimed at commercialising our site. This will enhance our visitor facilities and engagement opportunities, reaching a broader audience and will establish Earth Trust as a national leader in the environmental charity sector.
To realise our vision, we need an exceptional and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead Earth Trust through transformative change into its next chapter of growth and impact. You will take over at a period of major change and challenge for the Earth Trust, so your leadership will be pivotal in shaping the organisation’s strategic direction, cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration, and driving the successful execution of Earth Trust’s ambitious Gateway development programme.
We seek an exceptional and visionary new Chief Executive to provide strategic leadership, commercial acumen, and innovative ideas to drive our development and growth over the next 5 years. The ideal candidate will help Earth Trust become more impactful and financially sustainable.
Experience in initiating and leading large commercial projects or ventures is required. Your ability to articulate Earth Trust’s compelling mission and forge strategic alliances will be vital in attracting the necessary support to advance our ambitious strategy.
To achieve our vision, you will lead the organisation in securing and generating funds from diverse sources, including grants, corporate partnerships, individual donors, green investments, and innovative financing mechanisms.
To be successful as our Chief Executive, you will need to bring the following experience, skills and attributes:
For further information about the role, or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultants at Peridot Partners:
If you would like to know more about this role please contact Erica Ritchie