Head of IT

Fauna & Flora International; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading conservation organization based in Cambridge is seeking a Head IT to shape and deliver the strategic direction of their technology landscape. This role combines strategic leadership and hands-on expertise to drive digital innovation and ensure regulatory compliance. Candidates should have experience in IT leadership and a strong understanding of charity regulations. The position offers a generous benefits package and supports a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution

Attractive annual leave allowance

Life insurance

Salary exchange schemes

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in IT leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of UK charity regulations and GDPR.
• Experience in driving digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the strategic direction of technology.
• Drive digital innovation and enhance organisational systems.
• Lead integration of technology across global operations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Technical expertise

Digital innovation

Compliance knowledge

Job description

As Head 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 download the job application pack below 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.