Do you want to make a difference and help us deliver our ambitions of protecting soil? We are looking for a new Trustee to join the Society Board.
The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) is seeking a new Trustee to join its Board. To add to our Board’s existing skillset, we are looking for a Trustee who can bring knowledge of digital communications to enhance our online presence, increasing our reach and external funding.
The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) is an established international membership organisation committed to the study of soil in its widest aspects. The society brings together those working within academia, practitioners implementing soil science in industry and all those working with, or with an interest in soils.
The post-holder will be expected to play an active role within the Society and provide leadership, including working with the Executive Officer to:
- provide strategic support relating to the Society’s digital communications, specifically to increase reach amongst priority stakeholder groups and increase visibility to secure external funding
- advise the Board of any activities which should be considered within the Society’s strategic plan
- develop and update policies and procedures
- support the Trustees in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities including suggesting appropriate training and development
- represent the Society at functions, meetings and in the media in line with the agreed strategy
- maintain the Trustees’ commitment to board renewal and succession planning, in line with best practice.
The post holder will not be expected to undertake day-to-day activities on behalf of the Society, but will be expected to contribute to defining and monitoring the Society’s strategic progress, and the overall health of the organisation.
Please view the job description for further information.
For an informal discussion about the role and its responsibilities please contact Sarah Garry, Executive Officer via sarahgarry@soils.org.uk or Jacqueline Hannam, President via j.a.hannam@cranfield.ac.uk.