Northern Ireland Environment Link Chair

Who we are:

Northern Ireland Environment Link (NIEL) is the networking and forum body for organisations interested in the natural and built environment of Northern Ireland. NIEL was formally launched in 1990 to complete the UK network: Scottish Environment Link, Wales Environment Link and Wildlife and Countryside Link (England). NIEL is managed by a Board of Directors, with new nominees elected annually at the AGM. It consists of Officers plus representatives of Full Members and invited Directors from outside the eNGO sector.

What we do:

NIEL helps members understand complex issues and presents a unified voice by bringing together a wide range of knowledge, experience and expertise which can be used to help develop policy, practice and implementation across a range of environmental fields. NIEL represents more than 70 Full Members (voluntary organisations) and over 40 Associate Members (statutory organisations, companies or individuals).

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for some-one who is passionate about the environment and its protection. You will be able to act independently to promote a visionary and strategic purpose for the organisation, building constructive relationships across the Board team and key stakeholders. You will have the ability to lead on promoting the values of NIEL and its collective vision to its members. You will work with the CEO to influence key decision-makers and monitor the performance of the CEO, the organisation and team against their strategic objectives.

More information, and how to apply:

Download the Information Pack from the Engage website for more detail.  For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Engage Director Patrick Minne patrick@co3.org.uk 07792 509003.  Submission of a CV is required to register your interest by noon on Monday 21 January 2025.