FALKLAND ISLANDS GOVERNMENT
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
23 July 2026
Expressions of Interest Open for Independent Chair of the Environmental Impact Offsetting Trust
The Falkland Islands Government is inviting expressions of interest for the appointment of the inaugural Independent Chair of the Environmental Impact Offsetting Trust.
The Environmental Impact Offsetting Trust has been established to support projects that deliver lasting environmental benefits across the Falkland Islands through environmental offset contributions associated with offshore petroleum activities.
The Independent Chair will lead the Trust’s Board of Directors, providing strategic leadership and oversight while promoting transparency, accountability and good governance. The successful candidate will also play a key role in supporting the development of the Trust’s core policies and helping establish a new and innovative environmental funding body for the Falkland Islands.
FIG is seeking an individual with demonstrated leadership experience and expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Environmental science
- Conservation, biodiversity and environmental protection
- Organisational governance, administration and financial management
- Legal, regulatory or fiduciary matters
- Offshore petroleum or natural resource sectors
Applicants should be able to demonstrate sound judgement, independence, integrity and a commitment to transparent decision-making, ensuring the Board collectively maintains the breadth of expertise required to oversee the Trust effectively.
To maintain the Trust’s independence, applicants must not be Public Officers, Members of the Legislative Assembly, employees, contractors or directors of offshore petroleum licensees, connected persons of offshore petroleum licensees, or individuals likely to apply for grants from the Trust or connected to potential applicants.
The appointment is for a term of up to four years. The role is remunerated at a rate to be determined by the Board, with reasonable expenses reimbursed.
Expressions of interest are now open and will close on Friday 14 August.
For further information, or to request a Register of Interest and Declaration Form, please contact the Minerals Department on 27322 or emails [email protected]
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