Trustee

Durrell is looking to recruit a Trustee with skills in brand effectiveness and digital media.

If you would like to support Durrell’s mission and vital conservation work, then we would love to hear from you.

Brand Effectiveness and Digital Media:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Offer strategic guidance and oversight on brand development and marketing strategy.
• Advise and drive in the development of digital media strategies to broaden engagement and awareness.
• Collaborate with the executive team to ensure alignment of brand and conservation objectives and Durrell’s values.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven leadership of developing and managing long-term brand strategies, particularly in a digital context with a focus on growth and reaching new and diverse audiences.
• Expertise in digital media strategy to expand our reach and visibility.
• Proficiency in leveraging data and insights to guide decisions and measure reach.
• Track record of creating powerful narratives to drive income growth.
• Experience in conservation or not-for-profit sectors is an advantage.

Knowledge Skills and Ability:

• Passion and genuine interest in our cause, commitment to our mission and our values.
• Having the best interest of Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust at the heart of any decisions which are made.
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to high-level discussions.
• Willingness to be an active participant in Board meetings and related activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Be a strong team player.
• Previous experience as a Trustee or Board Member of a not-for-profit organisation is advantageous but not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Attend Board meetings which take place quarterly in Jersey. We encourage in-person participation, however virtual attendance is permitted, and you will play a key role in:

• Governance: Ensure that the charity operates within its objectives and complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Strategy: Contribute to the development of strategic plans and monitor their implementation.
• Oversight: Provide oversight of the charity’s operations, ensuring effective and efficient use of resources.
• Advocacy: Act as an ambassador for the charity, promoting its work and values to the wider community

Application:

Although we are looking to strengthen our Board of Trustees experience in the above area, DWCT benefits from having Trustees with a wide range of skills and experience and we therefore welcome nominations from any candidates who feel they have expertise which can support our vision of a wilder, healthier, more colourful world.

Trustees do not have operational responsibilities but are there to provide collective oversight. Most importantly we are looking for individuals who can provide support and challenge in a positive and constructive way to enable the Executive team to deliver DWCT’s strategic goals.

Richard Daggett, Chair of Governance Committee will be overseeing the recruitment process for these positions.