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Rivers and Fisheries Trusts of Scotland (RAFTS) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Executive Officer to manage and develop a fast growing environmental charity. RAFTS represents a network of 26 charitable trusts and foundations, which employ over 50 technical staff operating across the major freshwater catchments of Scotland.
Skills & Experience: The successful candidate will have a proven track record in the following areas:
Organisational management and development
Financial management and control
Staff development, management and leadership
Excellent people, communication, advocacy and media skills
Experience in the following areas will also be desirable:
Large scale environmental project identification, initiation, management and delivery
Working with partners including Government, Agencies and others
Charitable fund-raising
Experience and knowledge of rural, environmental, and land management issues
Experience and appropriate qualifications in the environmental sciences
Location: The post is based in our Central Edinburgh office. Flexible working hours and regular travel within Scotland will be required.
Remuneration: Remuneration will consist of a salary commensurate with experience and a contributory pension scheme.
Information on RAFTS can be found on the RAFTS website. Details of the post and application process can be found at: www.rafts.org.uk/vacancies
Applications must be submitted no later than 09.00 on Monday 14 October and will consist of a covering letter, a full Curriculum Vitae (with referees) and a completed 'Applicant Information Form'.
Interviews will take place in Edinburgh on Thursday 24 October 2013.