Executive Director at UKELA

Executive Director

UK Environmental Law Association

Location: The role is home-based and is supported by a friendly staff team of four other part-time individuals, also home-based.

Job Term: This role is flexible and we are happy to discuss with candidates a preferred working arrangement, but would expect the post to be 2.5 to 3 days per week

Salary: Full time equivalent (FTE) in a range from £55,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience

Closing date: Tuesday 6th December 2022.

Organisation Overview

UKELA (United Kingdom Environmental Law Association) was established as a registered charity in 1988 and is the UK forum which aims to make better law for the environment and to improve understanding and awareness of environmental law. Our charitable objects include promoting, for the benefit of the public generally, the enhancement and conservation of the environment in the UK and advancing the education of the public in all matters relating to the development, teaching, application and practice of law relating to the environment. We encourage collaboration between those interested in environmental law, as well as advising and commenting on relevant issues.

JOB DESCRIPTION

About the role

As Executive Director, you will be responsible for the overall management, leadership and development of the organisation and be accountable to the Board of Trustees. The role is home-based and is supported by a friendly staff team of four other part-time individuals, also home-based.

Principal accountabilities

Lead the organisation, working closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver the strategic aims.
Act as ambassador for the organisation, representing it at meetings, conferences and events.
Set and manage the budget and resources of the organisation with the support of the Board of Trustees and the guidance of the Honorary Treasurer.
Ensure the organisation operates in line with its charitable objectives.
Oversee a diverse and inclusive programme of events, including the Annual Conference, supported by the Board of Trustees, volunteers and staff.
Ensure a vibrant programme of activity across the network of groups that enhances UKELA’s reputation and member experience.
Foster positive and productive relationships with key stakeholders, like-minded organisations and fellow membership associations in the UK and internationally.
Advise the Board of Trustees on statutory governance and activities, including the AGM and elections for new trustees.
Pursue suitable funding opportunities where appropriate.
Ensure that the organisation is presented externally in the best possible way via publications, the website, social media and press releases.

Person profile

Candidates should demonstrate:

Experience and/or an interest in environmental law.
Understanding of and commitment to UKELA’s strategic aims and goals, including the importance of equality and diversity.
Proven leadership and management ability in strategic planning, service delivery and organisational development.
Ability to work on own initiative and to prioritise work flexibly.
Experience of and ability to prepare and to manage a budget.
Ability to earn and maintain the trust of a wide range of people.
Ability to communicate effectively and to present information in a clear and accessible way.
Good inter-personal skills and experience of managing a team.
Understanding of the voluntary and charity sector, including governance issues.
Proven track record in fundraising and marketing activities.

What we offer

From (at least) 2.5 days per week (7.5 hours per day) flexible.
Competitive salary for a suitably experienced candidate.
Matched employer pension contribution of 5%.
Annual leave: statutory annual leave (exact number of days pro-rata dependent on days worked), plus Bank Holidays.
Home-based role, with IT and communications equipment provided and/or contribution paid towards costs, as appropriate to candidate’s circumstances.

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