The walking charity Ramblers has appointed Ross Maloney as chief executive.
He succeeds Vanessa Griffiths, who stepped down in January 2020 after serving in the role for four years. Tanya Curry joined the charity as interim chief executive the following month.
Maloney will join Ramblers from the Scouts, where he is deputy chief executive and chief operations officer. He was previously chief executive at the vocational skills charity WorldSkills UK.
Rebecca Dawson, chair of the Ramblers board of trustees, said Maloney “brings a wealth of experience from his time with the Scouts, and WorldSkills UK, including knowledge of membership organisations with large volunteer bodies, and devolved structures”.
She said: “Ross’ enthusiasm for walking and the outdoors will stand him in good stead as he leads our organisation into a future where we make walking accessible to everyone, wherever they live and whatever their background or ability.”
Maloney said: “I’m honoured to be joining the Ramblers and being given the opportunity to lead the charity towards a bright future. I have long held a passion for the outdoors and especially walking, which I have enjoyed with family and friends throughout my life.”
Maloney will take up his post on 18 July, with Curry remaining as interim chief executive until then.