The ¿ìè¶ÌÊÓƵ (BSSS) is seeking a President Elect to join the Board. The President Elect will join the Board of Trustees for a six-year term: two years as President Elect (2027 – 2028), two years as President (2029 – 2030) and two years as Past President (2031 – 2032).
BSSS is the UK’s leading body in the area of soil science with a global reach. We strive to secure the future of soils by promoting an enhanced understanding of the critical importance of soils in delivering the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals and supplying knowledge through our science to support efforts to halt and repair soil degradation. We aim to make a positive difference in the sustainable management and long-term security of soils that is critical to solving the environmental and societal challenges we face today.
During their time as President Elect, the post-holder will be expected to play an active role within the Society and shadow the current President where required.
About the role
On becoming President (1 January 2029), the post-holder will be expected to:
- lead the trustees and members of the executive in the development of strategic plans for the charity
- provide leadership and support to the Executive Director and ensure that the charity is run in accordance with the decisions of the trustees, the charity’s governing documents and appropriate legislation
- ensure the business of the Society is discussed efficiently and effectively at Council, Board and Annual General Meetings
- represent the Society at functions, meetings and in the media in line with the agreed strategy
- maintain the trustees’ commitment to board renewal and succession planning, in line with best practice.
The applicant must be eligible to become a trustee and must be a Society member.
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How to apply
We are accepting applications from the BSSS membership now and look forward to finding out who the next BSSS President Elect will be.
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter to admin@soils.org.uk
Deadline for applications:Â Friday 27 March 2026