Chief Executive Officer

The role

River Holme Connections is seeking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer to lead and develop our
growing organisation.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will lead the delivery of River Holme Connections’ (RHC)
strategy and operations. They will be responsible for all the operational activities and
financial management. They will work closely with the Chair and Trustees to ensure the smooth
and efficient management of RHC, to lead an innovative, respected and financially sustainable
organisation. The CEO will also be the principal external ‘face’ of RHC and is expected to play
a leading role in strengthening relationships with partners, supporters and other
organisations.

About you

We are looking for an inspiring and dynamic individual with a passion for nature conservation,
our river ecosystems and wildlife within the wider landscape and who also has knowledge and
appreciation of the charity sector and its ethos. They will have a proven track record of
strategic leadership and delivery of complex programmes of work and have the confidence to
represent RHC externally at the highest levels. The successful candidate will build on our
solid foundations of a successful and highly respected local charity, shaping the path for RHC
in the face of modern day and future challenges in both the natural and economic world. They
will be supported by a highly functioning and knowledgeable Board of Trustees and will lead a
team of skilled and dedicated staff and volunteers.

This post presents an exciting opportunity to play a vital transformational and rewarding role
in helping to protect and restore our local river ecosystems and the wider Holme Valley River
catchment.

If you are keen to take this role, then we look forward to receiving your application.

RHC values diversity and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and
cultures.

How to apply

For further details about the role and how to apply please email: [email protected] for an information pack, using the reference CEORHC. 

Closing date: Friday 20th September 2024

Interviews will be held in person on October 9th 2024, at our office in Honley, West Yorkshire.