Mousehole Wild Bird Hospital Cornwall – Chief Executive 

Mousehole Wild Bird Hospital Cornwall is seeking an inspirational and visionary Chief Executive to lead Cornwall’s only wild bird only sanctuary. This pivotal role involves working closely with the Council of Trustees to shape and steer the charity’s direction and leadership.

We are proud to have provided rescue and rehabilitation for wild land and seabirds for nearly 100 years from our site in Mousehole and are committed to continuing our critical conservation work for years to come. This historical legacy whilst significant and an important part of our heritage does not guarantee our future.

Our Chief Executive will be responsible for driving the organisation’s growth, ensuring exceptional delivery of our services and caring for and rehabilitating more wild birds, year on year. Additionally, the CEO will serve as the public face of MWBHC, acting as a passionate ambassador for the charity while offering strong support and guidance to our team and volunteers.

Requirements

• Management experience in a charity or public sector body
• Experience of developing, implementing, evaluating and monitoring strategic, operational and business plans
• Proven expertise in strategic financial management, with an understanding of budgeting and financial forecasting
• Strong commercial acumen and experience of managing diverse portfolios with alternative income streams
• Experience of securing statutory grant funding and community funding
• A track record of forging successful partnerships and engaging with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• People management, leadership and team building skills
• Significant experience of change management

How to apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage confidential conversations with our recruitment partner, Anna Jay, MD of Public Leaders Appointments in advance of your application. You can contact Anna at: [email protected] and 07904 236348.

For full details about the role and how to apply, please download the full brief. The closing date for submissions is 12 noon on Thursday 6th February 2025. Following consideration of applications and shortlisting, we will invite selected candidates to for interview. In person interviews are scheduled for Thursday 27th February 2025