Head of IT

Fauna & Flora; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension contribution

Attractive annual leave allowance

Life insurance

Salary exchange schemes

Job summary

A leading environmental conservation organization based in Cambridge is seeking a Head of IT to lead its technology strategy and ensure compliance with regulations like GDPR. The role combines strategic leadership with technical expertise to drive digital innovation across global operations. This position offers a unique opportunity in a forward-thinking charity focused on conservation efforts worldwide, along with a hybrid working policy and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic IT leadership with hands-on technical expertise.
• Strong governance, risk, and compliance capabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the strategic direction of the technology landscape.
• Lead digital innovation and enhance organisational systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Skills

Strategic IT leadership

Technical expertise

Governance and compliance

Job description

Head of IT at Fauna & Flora

As Head of IT at Fauna & Flora, you will shape and deliver the strategic direction of our technology landscape ensuring that our systems, services, and infrastructure are robust, forward-looking, and aligned with our mission. This is an exciting new role that will build on the strong IT base developed by the current IT team. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise. You’ll drive digital innovation, enhance organisational systems, and lead the integration of technology across global operations.

You’ll also play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, including UK charity regulations and GDPR, while embedding digital transformation in support of Fauna & Flora’s vital work protecting nature around the world.

In return we offer the opportunity to work for a ground-breaking organisation at the forefront of global conservation with generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance, life insurance and salary exchange schemes.

Our offices are located in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, just a few minutes’ walk from glorious historic buildings and museums, the picturesque River Cam, the central market and shopping centre and a host of cafés and restaurants. Our hybrid working policy currently provides for some remote working within the UK.

Please visit our website and download the job application pack for further details on how to apply

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 19 October 2025.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.

Base pay range

Not disclosed

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations
• Environmental Services
• Civic and Social Organizations

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the strategic direction of the technology landscape to ensure robust systems, services, and infrastructure.
• Lead digital innovation, enhance organisational systems, and drive integration of technology across global operations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (UK charity regulations, GDPR) and embed digital transformation to support conservation work.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic IT leadership with hands-on technical expertise.
• Strong governance, risk, and compliance capabilities within charity or non-profit sectors preferred.

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