Chief Executive Officer
About Us:
Driffield Agricultural Society is one of the most respected in the UK and runs the country’s best one day agricultural show.
The Society is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Chief Executive Officer to manage and lead the Driffield Agricultural Society in line with its aims and objectives.
Key Responsibilities
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Continue to develop an innovative, vibrant and successful agricultural show
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Maximise income from the society’s facilities to fund charitable activities
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Influence and manage external stakeholders and agencies to promote and progress the society’s purpose and future plans
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Manage the society business activities including staff leadership, financial planning and control
The successful candidate will
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Be experienced in event management
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Have knowledge of agriculture and allied industries
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Have skills in business planning, finance and budgeting
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Be able to lead the committed permanent staff and support our temporary staff and volunteers
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Know how best to promote and market the society’s commercial activities
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Be an excellent communicator and influencer
Closing date for applications is Monday 05/08/2024 and interviews will be held during w/c 12/08/2024.
Our reference: AGS364
Vacancy: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Driffield
Salary: Attractive salary DOE
Hours: Full time position
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