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A DECISION is expected to be made this week on who will take over the reins at a leading UK bird-recording organisation, the BTO.
The Norfolk-based group is keen to appoint a new chief executive to succeed Dr Andy Clements who is stepping down later this year.
The closing date for applications was June 5, with those shortlisted interviewed by video-conference last Wednesday.
It is understood that second interviews were being held, in person, earlier today at the BTO's offices at Thetford.
Whoever lands the job can look forward to a salary of between £75,000 and £85,000, depending on experience.
Below is the job description for the post:
Are you inspired by birds and nature and passionate about science?
The British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) is seeking a new CEO to lead this vibrant organisation, champion its values and deliver its vision of ‘a world inspired by birds and informed by science’.
Full time (37 hours) permanent post, based in Thetford in Norfolk with the flexibility to work at home or from the David Attenborough Building in Cambridge occasionally.
Benefits include: 11 per cent employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays on joining, flexible working, life assurance scheme and discounts on books and social events.
To be considered for the shortlist, candidates were expected to answer, in writing, the following questions:
1. The BTO is reaching the end of the 2015-2020 strategy period. How would you approach the next strategy period? 500 words.
2. Think about a time when you were involved in the introduction of a new system or process. How did you bring people together to make it successful and resolve issues? 300 words.
3. Imagine you are talking to a potential donor. How would you explain the role of BTO? 200 words.
It is understood the chair of the BTO's board, Prof Jenny Gill, has been overseeing the interview process.
