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Join a Leading Leadership Role at Kew’s Wild Botanic Garden in Sussex, Driving Inspiring Public Engagement and Learning.
Overview
Salary
£61337
Location
Wakehurst, West Sussex, UK - Hybrid
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
Wakehurst, Kew’s wild botanic garden, is a renowned establishment in Sussex offering a valuable platform for botanic conservation, research and public engagement. It provides an engaging and educational environment that links people to nature through immersive experiences. This is an exciting time to join the Senior Leadership Team at this dynamic institution and contribute to its transformative mission.
Role Summary
- As the Head of Learning & Public Engagement, facilitate both informal and formal learning processes and events.
- Handle strategic leadership while also being involved in hands-on project execution.
- Direct a newly structured department and oversee aspects like budgeting, KPI attainment, and safeguarding protocol.
- Develop innovative visitor interactions and events to boost attendance and income.
Role Requirements
- Experience in roles requiring effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and influence.
- Background in fundraising, audience engagement, ticketing strategy is necessary.
- Knowledge in botanic science, conservation, or biodiversity would be advantageous.
Application Process Details
- Interested applicants should apply through our online portal.
- We promote equality of opportunity and invite applications from diverse segments of the society.
- Committed to interviewing disabled applicants meeting the criteria.
At Wakehurst, Kew’s wild botanic garden in Sussex, we are excited to offer a unique opportunity for a creative and experienced learning and public engagement specialist to join our Senior Leadership Team. This role is integral to our mission, leading both formal and informal learning, participation, and events. You will be responsible for delivering inspiring and informative experiences and content, connecting people to nature through Wakehurst’s designed and wilder landscapes, conservation, and research programmes.
The Role: As the Head of Learning & Public Engagement, you will manage a newly structured department and report directly to the Director of Wakehurst. Your responsibilities will include strategic leadership and hands-on delivery of projects, managing budgets, and achieving KPIs. You will champion accessibility, safeguarding, and EDI best practices, and your role will be crucial in driving attendance and income through innovative visitor experiences and events.
Job Requirements: We are looking for a dynamic leader with a proven track record in similar roles. Essential skills include excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement abilities. Experience in fundraising, ticketing strategy, and audience engagement is crucial. A background in botanic science, conservation, or biodiversity will be considered a bonus.
Benefits: We offer a competitive pro rata salary of £61,337 per annum, continuous learning opportunities, a generous annual leave entitlement, and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance. Additional benefits include an Employee Assistance Programme, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, competitive pension, employee discount scheme, and free entry to national museums and galleries, as well as our beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.
Application Details: If you are interested in this position, please apply through our online portal. We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interviewing disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
