Head of Environment and Rural Economy

The New Forest National Park Authority is responsible for conserving and enhancing the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the New Forest and for promoting opportunities for the understanding and enjoyment of its special qualities by the public.

We are offering a unique opportunity to lead and champion the Authority's work on natural and cultural environment and rural economy; working with a specialist team in an iconic setting.

We are seeking a talented and ambitious individual who will help us to continue to develop, improve and shape our young National Park ensuring we are ready to face the challenges of the future.

We are in a beautiful part of the country with a dedicated team of staff who work hard to deliver on our aims of Protect, Enjoy and Prosper.  As part of our Executive Leadership Team you will have proven experience and ability to drive delivery and turn vision and strategy into reality; ensuring the organisation continues to develop effectively and efficiently.

You will be a creative and forward-thinking individual with a record of high achievement in a number of areas, a broad range of business skills and more importantly you will be able to demonstrate your ability and passion for developing and promoting organisational excellence and innovation in delivery.  You will have a proven track record of:

• delivery for natural environment
• engaging with economic issues
• excellent people skills
• successful partnership working
• project delivery
• corporate leadership and organisational development

We believe this is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference and if this is you and you meet the above criteria we would love to hear from you.  In return we can offer a great place to work in a supportive and friendly environment.

This post is based in Lymington, Hampshire.  Relocation package available for qualifying candidates.

To apply for this role, please complete and return the application form using the links below.  CVs will only be accepted in conjunction with a completed application form.

Closing date:  12pm on 7 November 2013
Interviews:     6 December 2013

For any queries or for a confidential discussion please contact Human Resources on 01590 646637 or email recruit@newforestnpa.gov.uk