Executive Director

Executive Director

London, UK
Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 pro-rata per annum, depending on experience.

12 month FTC. Part-time applicants welcome.

Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have the leadership skills to
drive a small charity to new heights? Street Trees for Living (STfL) is seeking an exceptional
Executive Director to lead its dedicated team and expand its impact.

About STfL 

STfL is a vibrant and innovative environmental charity planting street trees in
partnership with residents and schools in the London borough of Lewisham. We work closely with
the local authority and are now expanding our work to other boroughs in London.

STfL was launched in 2012, from the start its aim was to address the desire of local
communities to plant street trees despite local authority funding cuts, by finding innovative
ways to fill the funding gap with voluntary contributions of time and money.

We are growing quickly and now have an urban forest of 2,600 trees. We are particularly
focusing on some of the most deprived areas in Lewisham, raising money through grant
applications and using our knowledge and experience from engaging communities through our
residential and school planting projects. 

We work with a 400+ strong team of dedicated volunteers who water and care for the
trees ensuring a tree survival rate of above 90%, along with a small management team. There are
currently 8 trustees with a good mix of experience and skills, who meet quarterly. 

Our mission is to create greener, healthier spaces on people’s doorsteps, giving
London’s diverse communities the chance to reconnect with the natural world as well as
enhancing the urban landscape for future generations. Now, we’re looking for a visionary leader
to take us into our next chapter of growth and impact.

The role of the Executive Director

As Executive Director you will be the key person in a fast-growing charity. An
inspirational leader, you’ll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our charity’s
operations, from strategy development to day-to-day management. You’ll work closely with our
Board of Trustees, staff, and volunteers to ensure we’re making the most significant impact
possible with our resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic plans to further our mission
• Oversee financial management, including budgeting and fundraising
• Lead and inspire our small but dedicated team
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners,
  and beneficiaries
• Ensure compliance with all relevant charity regulations and best practices
• Drive innovation in our programmes and services

The Ideal Candidate:

• Proven leadership experience in the charity sector or relevant field
• Strong financial acumen; experience of managing budgets, financial oversight and
  models in the charity sector. 
• Driven by concerns to deliver environmental equity and increasing access to green
  space for the most deprived areas of London 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinker with the ability to turn plans into action
• Passionate about our cause and able to inspire others
• Experience in fundraising and donor relations
• Understanding of charity governance and regulations in the UK

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to make a real difference in increasing the tree canopy in
  London
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Flexible working arrangements

Further information:

• A candidate pack and further information about the role can be found here.

How to Apply: 

Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you’re the right person to lead
to Nicola Hale at [email protected] by
2nd October 2024. 

STfL is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from
all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief,
sexual orientation, or age.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and flexible work environment and welcome
applications from individuals interested in part-time positions. We recognise the value of
diverse experiences and understand that different working arrangements can contribute to a more
dynamic and effective team. If you are passionate about this role but require flexibility, we
encourage you to apply and discuss your preferred working pattern with us.