• Deliver and report on the strategy, operational, business and other plans within timeframe and budget.
  
• Directly manage the team of Directors and Corporate Services team and be aware of work undertaken at all levels within the Trust.
  
• Maintain a management overview and contribute to the development of existing and new projects across the organisation
  
• Inspire, encourage and where appropriate assist with the training and development of staff and volunteers.
  
• Recommend to the Board changes in staff structure and implement approved changes.
  Foster a culture of good communications at all levels within the Trust.
  
• Within the Trusts strategic framework, investigate, facilitate and encourage the development of new projects.
  
• Support the Board in ensuring that the governance of the Trust as laid down is adhered to.
  
• Work closely with the Chairman to ensure that the Board are fully engaged in all aspects of governance.
  
• Recommend to the Board changes to Trust strategies and policies.
  
• Ensure that the Trust complies with all relevant statutory requirements.
  
• Ensure that the Trust’s Articles of Association, policies and procedures are adhered to.
  
• Ensure that risk management is regularly reviewed, and that the management of risk is seen as a key objective by all staff.
  
• Maintain and develop good relations with local, national and European politicians, statutory agencies, partner organisations and other relevant bodies.
  
• Promote the work of the Trust through contacts at as high a level as possible including the use of events, media and professional networks.
  
• Undergo training and appraisal as required and take responsibility for their own personal development.
  

• Environmental issues, particularly as they relate to wildlife
  
• Understanding of relevant organisations and government process in Northern Ireland and ideally UK and Europe
  
• A third level qualification relevant to the work of the organisation and/or to the areas outlined in the job description and person specification.
  
• Management of high performing teams
  
• Business and finance acumen.
  
• Knowledge of effective internal and external communications techniques.Tactical awareness and credibility necessary to operate at a senior level
  
• Clear visionary thinking and strategic ability
  
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, confidence in working media channels and networking
  
• Ability to identify conflicting priorities and proactively manage risk for the benefit of the Trust.
  
• Proven success in relationship management and influence with external bodies and organisations
  
• Leadership of multi-functional teams
  
• Managing and motivating to deliver strategic priorities
  
• Delivery of operations
  
• Governance of an organisation
  
• Change management with a focus on cultural and behavioural change.

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