Chief Executive Jobs

This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role in an established and well-respected organisation. Rainbow Haven's mission is to provide a place of welcome, support and opportunity for refugees, asylum seekers and other vulnerable migrants. We are seeking a Joint CEO (Operations) who is passionate about working with people living on the margins of, or excluded from, mainstream society, who shares our vision and ethos.  As Joint CEO, you will be working with Joint CEO (Strategy and Finance). Your role will be to support a friendly, hard working and committed staff team in delivering a range of information, advice and wellbeing services.  You will be responsible for ensuring our services are of high quality and that Rainbow Haven provides a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.

The key elements of the Joint CEO (Operations) role are:

• Service delivery and development Staff team management and development Organisational and operational oversight

Responsibilities include:

Oversee the delivery and development of the Rainbow Haven programme to ensure the delivery of high-quality responsive services.

• Develop and support awareness and understanding of the needs of refugees, asylum seekers and other vulnerable migrants within the organisation and with the TEMCA Trustee Board, partners and the wider community. Build on feedback from service users, volunteers, staff, trustees, the local community and partners to develop and maintain standards and a range of services and activities that meet service users’ needs, supporting their well-being and progression. Explore and oversee the development of new areas of service delivery in line with the strategic plan, funding opportunities and staff capacity. Working with the appropriate staff members, liaise with operational partners providing services at or for Rainbow Haven, to ensure effective working relationships that benefit service users. Provide written reports to the TEMCA Board that promote understanding of Rainbow Haven’s work and development, the staff and volunteer teams and service user needs; report on changing needs, new trends and issues arising from the work and the wider context in which the work takes place.

Manage, supervise and support the staff team and individual staff members.

• Ensure Rainbow Haven provides a supportive working environment in which staff and volunteer well-being is prioritised, for individuals and the whole team. Provide regular formal and informal support to individual staff members, ensuring they feel supported to do their work well, achieve their potential and are able to develop their skills and areas of responsibility through appropriate support, work reviews and training. Provide leadership and managerial support to the whole staff team through team meetings, development days, whole team training, and team building activities. Support those staff with responsibilities for overseeing work placements, volunteers and students to provide high quality supervision; promote and support further opportunities and experience for these team members. Take the lead on recruitment for paid placement roles and support the TEMCA Board with the recruitment and selection of new staff members. Ensure appropriate employment contracts are in place and that these and other HR policies reflect current good practice.

Monitoring and evaluation

• Oversee accessible monitoring and evaluation systems and develop these to ensure data and additional information can be collected and provided in various formats as required. Review monitoring information to evaluate service delivery, service user trends and areas for development and build this into longer-term planning. Ensure monitoring and evaluation information is collated and made available to staff, trustees, funders and partners as required.

Oversee the organisational infrastructure to ensure Rainbow Haven maintains high standards of work practice and safety.

• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Data Protection and all other operational and workplace policies, ensuring that all staff and volunteers receive appropriate training, are aware of, understand and follow the policies. Review Rainbow Haven policies, reporting to the TEMCA Board, to ensure operational policies are kept up to date and revised within the correct timeframe. Ensure all other legal and operational requirements are adhered to, including external and internal registrations, agreements and assessments. Maintain a good working relationship with the United Reform Church in its role as landlord, reporting maintenance issues, responding to their requests and addressing any concerns raised by them.

Other areas of work as required

• Work flexibly with the Joint CEO (Strategy and Finance) to provide necessary cover, as required.  Occasional other activities as required by the TEMCA Board. 

Shared/joint responsibilities Joint CEO (Strategy and Funding) and Joint CEO (Operations)

• Values and vision In collaboration with the TEMCA Board of Trustees the two Joint CEOs are together responsible for the effective management of Rainbow Haven and the development and delivery of all its activities and functions.  Specifically, the Joint CEOs are together responsible for ensuring that Rainbow Haven: Offers a place of welcome, support, opportunity and inclusion for refugees, asylum-seekers and other vulnerable migrants Is a place where all staff, volunteers, partners and supporters feel included, supported and valued.

Strategy and Governance

• Together with the TEMCA Board of Trustees, develop and implement Rainbow Haven’s long-term strategic plans. Work with staff and volunteers to respond to changing needs and priorities, and plan and deliver new activities and services as appropriate. Provide regular reports to the TEMCA Board on all areas of Rainbow Haven’s work and development, ensuring the Board has accurate and timely information necessary for effective decision-making Act as accessible and knowledgeable link between the Board and the staff team.

Location:  Based in Rainbow Haven, 113 Abbey Hey Lane, Manchester M18 8TJ, with flexibility for some home working as agreed with the Trustee Board and subject to the needs of the organisation. 

Responsible to: TEMCA Trustee Board

Salary: Salary £42,840 per annum FTE; this equates to £30,000 pro rata for a 3.5 day/24.5 hours per week appointment. We aim to review and increase salaries annually in line with inflation, subject to available resources.

Contract length: Permanent

Hours of work: 24.5 hours per week, including paid break time.  These hours are to be worked over 4 days each week (usually Monday – Thursday), with exact days and hours determined by the preference of the appointed candidate and subject to the needs of the organisation, other staff and service delivery being met.  Some home working is possible but, given the nature of the role, it is expected that the CEO (Operations) will work at Rainbow Haven for the majority of their time.  Occasional off-site meetings may be required; occasional evening and weekend work may also be required, with time off in lieu for any excess hours worked. 

CAPE a dedicated mental health charity in West London that provides life transforming and lifesaving services to people suffering from complex mental health issues is seeking a new Chief Executive.

Job title: CEO CAPE

Reporting to: Chair of the Board of Trustees

Salary: £60-65,000 per annum. (25 days leave + bank holidays) + pension contribution and EAP membership

Location: West London. W3 Montpelier Avenue, London W52XP

About CAPE

CAPE began more than 25 years ago with a focus to serve the unmet social and support needs presented by those experiencing complex mental ill health. The service has developed, piloting new models of working and has shifted its emphasis by delivering strength based 1:1 psychological support and focused therapeutic services. CAPE helps our clients to articulate their own individual needs and assists in signposting to other specialist and community services. This is a challenging time as the demand for our service is high but an exciting one as we look for a new leader to help us set our future direction and expand our services.

Our income is around £600,000 per annum supported principally by local authority funding, National Lottery and other Trusts and Foundations. Our trading arm Cape Shops London supports the charity through its earned income and Gift Aid donations.

About the role

We are looking for someone who:

Is passionate about mental health

Has experience of working in the voluntary sector

Is an experienced CEO or someone who is ready to take the step into a CEO role

Is an effective ambassador, who can engage, lead and motivate people to deliver our ambitious goals.

For further information about CAPE please visit our website.

To apply, please send a current CV and cover letter no more than 2 pages outlining why you are interested in the role.

1st Interviews: Week Commencing 8th January 2024

Candidates are encouraged to direct any questions to our current CEO Tracey Harrington

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Right to work in the UK essential.

Cambridge Community Arts are searching for an Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - two year, fixed term contract. 

In Spring 2024, the founder and CEO of Cambridge Community Arts (CCA) will begin a two year career break. We’re hiring for a CEO (two year, fixed term contract) to lead the charity during that time, providing continuity for learners, staff and partners and visionary strategic planning for the future.

The successful candidate will lead CCA from our 10th anniversary in March 2024 to our next chapter, directly improving the quality of life of our communities across Cambridge and the surrounding areas. Joining us at this exciting time will also give the responsibility for creating and leading the vision and strategic planning to boost CCA for success in 2024-2026 and beyond, enabling the Interim CEO to make a discernible impact.

About the role

• Leading the charity with vision from our 10th anniversary in March 2024, the Interim CEO will provide strategic leadership to the charity and the dedicated and talented team, and will be responsible for fundraising
• You will embody our core values. You will be: welcoming, empathetic, inclusive, respectful and empowering
• The role has initially been offered as a two year fixed term contract, full-time or part-time (80%). The role can be delivered over 4 – 5 working days a week and flexibility is required
• The post is based in Cambridge and hybrid-working is possible; combining home working and substantial, meaningful in-person time in the Cambridge office
• The role has a starting salary range of £40 - 45,000 (pro rata)

About the charity

Since 2014, CCA has delivered over 200 creative courses to over 2,000 people. CCA’s…

…vision is of healthier communities empowered by their own creativity.

...charitable objective is to promote social inclusion for the public benefit by preventing people from becoming socially excluded, relieving the needs of those people who are socially excluded and assisting them to integrate into society, particularly but not exclusively through the provision of arts-based activities.

…mission is to support personal growth and improved health through quality arts activities

Deadline: 7 January 2024.
Please download the job information pack for full details.

We are looking for a collaborative, creative and ambitious leader who can build on our continued success, in serving individuals and communities, to reduce health inequalities.

The successful candidate will be a strong leader with skills in strategic and operational development successful implementation and identifying new and innovative opportunities to continue our work. You will possess excellent interpersonal skills and the energy and persistence to see tasks through to successful completion as you continue to develop our thriving organisation.

You will require a comprehensive understanding of and enthusiasm for non-clinical interventions, including Social Prescribing and community-based health development programmes to tackle the wider social determinants that impact on health and wellbeing. 

Phoenix, a cultural and community organisation in Leicester, is in search of a commercially-minded, values-driven and visionary Chief Executive Officer to spearhead the charity into its next phase of growth. The CEO will play a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership, ensuring organisational sustainability, and championing the delivery of high-quality arts and community initiatives. This leadership position is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the cultural vibrancy of Leicester, shaping the future of Phoenix's impact on the community, and putting this exciting charity firmly on the national map.

Phoenix is a vibrant organisation in Leicester dedicated to enriching the city's cultural and social tapestry. Committed to fostering creativity, inclusivity, and robust community engagement, Phoenix delivers a diverse array of artistic and educational programmes centred on film, art, and digital culture.

The charity has recently completed a major capital redevelopment project, and now features four cinema screens, a digital art gallery, a brand-new restaurant / café space and fantastic event  / conference spaces. The potential is huge, but we also face significant sector challenges such as rebuilding our audiences to pre-pandemic levels, restricted funding from local and national arts and culture partners, and reaching all sections of Leicester’s diverse community to ensure our audience reflects our city. This makes it a really exciting time to join as our CEO, as there is huge scope to set the defining vision for Phoenix.

Key details:

Role:                  Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Phoenix

Salary:               £60,000 - £70,000

Contract:           Full time, permanent 

Location:           Leicester, with an average of 4 days per week on site

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Proven and recent experience in strategic leadership at an organisation of comparable scale and complexity. Proven ability to develop and communicate organisational strategy and vision, providing clear direction for all stakeholders.
• Proven ability to develop and communicate organisational strategy and vision, providing clear direction for all stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the demonstrable ability to identify emerging trends and opportunities, bring in new income, and build partnerships for tangible organisational development and growth.
• Experience in leading organisations or major programmes with multiple stakeholders, building and maintaining relationships to achieve organisational goals.
• Track record of working with diverse populations, showcasing understanding and a commitment to inclusivity.
• Experience of working effectively with non-executives.
• Substantial experience in initiating and managing significant organisational change.
• Demonstrable leadership in managing staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment, and a successful track record of building and inspiring highly effective teams, particularly in complex situations.

If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this CEO role with full details, including how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills at Harris Hill, executive at harrishill co uk. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with suitable times to talk.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 8th January

Harris Hill Charities Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Level Trust was formed in 2013 with the aim of providing children living in poverty with the essential items they need to access education. Following many years of dedicated service to the charity, our wonderful Deputy CEO is retiring. We are looking for an exceptional individual to provide stability during this period of change but someone who can also bring their own skills, attributes and individuality to the position. 

We are a small but mighty team and a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment awaits whoever is appointed to the role. Working for Level Trust is hugely rewarding; every day you will be able to see, first- hand, the difference you are making to some of the most vulnerable children in Luton. 

At Level Trust, we understand that work- life balance is very important. Where it is operationally viable, we offer a mixture of office and home- based working. We also operate a flexible approach to fulfilling your contracted hours. Put simply, you will be trusted and supported to manage your own workload in a way that works for your commitments at home as well as at work. 

We’re looking for a brilliant new CEO to lead our growing intergenerational charity. You’ll be taking over from the charity’s co-founders, leading a fantastic team through an exciting time of transition as we grow our programmes and increase our impact.

InCommon is a charity bringing generations together to build connected, inclusive and age-friendly communities. Founded in 2017 by co-founders Charlotte and Laura, InCommon has already connected more than 2,000 people of all ages through delightful intergenerational workshops, creative projects, social action campaigns, and more.

The new CEO role will be leading a team of 5 and reporting to our Board of Trustees.

Responsibilities include:

• Shaping and delivering InCommon’s strategy in partnership with Trustees, team members and participants

• Leading the team: championing, supporting, motivating and holding space; line managing senior team members

• Fundraising and partnerships-building to ensure long term sustainability; managing organisational finances and budgets

• Supporting the team to deliver impactful direct programmes and an innovative online platform facilitating grassroots intergenerational projects across the country

• Overseeing InCommon’s external communications and being our voice to the world

• Being responsible for the day to day operations of the charity and ensuring we offer a safe and effective service

• Playing a role in building a national movement of intergenerational connection

We are seeking someone who embodies the values of InCommon and who shares our vision of bringing people of all ages together.

About you:

• You are a compassionate and collaborative leader. You value, look after and motivate the teams you work with

• You can plan strategically, manage uncertainty and juggle multiple moving parts

• You love to learn and would relish the challenge of growing with the charity

• You’re an effective and insightful professional experienced in third sector leadership

• You understand and value frontline programme delivery, including the importance of excellent safeguarding

• You’re comfortable with numbers and budget responsibility

• You are a skilled and confident communicator

One of our core values is 'We include everyone' and we are committed to building a team with diverse voices and experiences. If you have any specific requirements (e.g. access, communication etc.) we should be aware of as part of the recruitment and selection process then please let us know.

You can find much more information and how to apply in our recruitment pack.

Executive Director

Complicité, an internationally acclaimed touring theatre company, is in search of an Executive Director. In this dynamic position, you will take the reins in orchestrating and implementing the company's artistic program spanning various art forms. Additionally, you will play a pivotal role in constructing a robust business framework, safeguarding the company's ability to continue its immense creative journey, so far spanning four decades. 

Joining Complicité means becoming a part of an international touring theatre led by Artistic Director and co-founder Simon McBurney. As the Executive Director, you'll play a crucial role in steering the company towards its artistic aspirations. By joining us, you'll contribute to a legacy recognised as "the most influential and consistently interesting theatre company working in Britain" (The Times).

Our ideal candidate will be an exceptional and versatile individual who will lead the company in delivering its artistic vision and create new opportunities for commercial income, based on the company’s existing assets, specialist skills, international market positioning and our values.

"You might have worked all your life in theatre. You might be a theatre fan with business leadership experience. Your background might be in film, tech, marketing, management or education. You might be an innovator and leader in the commercial or charitable sector who knows and cares deeply about the company and its work. You will certainly have the entrepreneurial insight to see the company’s potential with fresh eyes, to support its growth and develop its earning potential across established and emerging media and plot a course for its continued success." Tom Morris, Chair of Complicité

Embark on a transformative journey with Complicité by applying for the position of Executive Director. Seize this opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success of a globally-renowned theatre company.

Salary: £60k - £70k pro rata, depending on experience

Contract: Permanent. The Company envisages the role to be full time but is open to a conversation about flexible working hours and to co-working arrangements. Evening and weekend work will be required to fit the company’s production schedule,  for which Time Off in Lieu is given.

Deadline: 10am on Monday 18th December 2023

A full job description and further information is available in the job pack.  We recommend that candidates read the job pack before applying for this role.

HOW TO APPLY
Please find the Job Pack and Equality Monitoring Form attached below. Please upload your CV and a cover letter (no more than 3 sides of A4) outlining why you are suited to the role The closing date for applications is 10am on Monday 18 December 2023. We look forward to receiving your application.

‘Separated Child’ is offering a wonderful opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives and life chances of lone refugee youth, through the role of Chief Executive - a position that is being enlarged and enhanced. It is challenging but highly fulfilling.

This reconfigured post has come about following the resignation of the first Chief Executive of ‘Separated Child’ - who was also the first staff member - after a period of five years, with effect from February 2024.

‘Separated Child’ is poised for growth at an exciting stage of its development, seeking to expand its horizon and extend its reach. The Board of Trustees is keen to appoint a person of vision, integrity and drive to enable that to happen by leading a lively, committed and forward-looking team. It values its own diversity, as it reflects the nature of our society, and it welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. 

As Chief Executive, you would be responsible for the leadership of ‘Separated Child’ - both its strategic and its operational management. In collaboration with the Board of Trustees, you would set the overall vision and strategy, and you would establish and oversee its operational plans.

The role carries great responsibility, with pivotal decision-making that affects the performance of ‘Separated Child’ and enables it to develop. It importantly involves attention to the performance, welfare and professional development of staff members. 

Reporting: The Chief Executive reports to the Chair and the Board of Trustees; and manages two members of staff and three external consultants. 

Working Hours: This is a role EITHER for five days per week (full time) OR 28 hours (0.8 FTE) over four or five days. The detailed working pattern is to be agreed, based on organisational needs and the specific circumstances of the successful candidate. There is a requirement to attend - approximately once a month - Board meetings and some committee meetings, which last into the early evening. There are occasional weekend commitments. 

Salary Range: £58, 849-£62, 895 per annum FTE (corresponding to NJC SCP 52 to 56), depending on experience. 

Contract: Permanent, upon successful completion of probationary period 

Location: This role is home-based but includes occasional travel across the UK.

the3million is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organisation and make sure it stays at the forefront of protecting the rights of the EU citizens and their family members living in the UK. As CEO, you will be responsible for driving our mission, strategy, and operations. You will lead a passionate team, work with stakeholders, and be a key advocate for our cause. We are looking for an experienced leader with a proven track record in nonprofit management and advocacy, along with a deep understanding of immigration and human rights issues.

About the3million

We are the leading organisation representing EU citizens and their family members in the UK. Our vision is a world where EU citizens can thrive, reach their potential and have an equal voice in UK society. Our work ranges from monitoring the implementation of the UK-EU Withdrawal Agreement, advocating for the inclusion of EU citizens throughout all sections of society, informing people of their rights, and giving EU citizens a voice in British society to build powerful allyships in order to change the narrative on migration as a whole. 

We are a grassroots and non-partisan organisation, working with a variety of stakeholders, from MPs to NGOs, legal advisors and the media on specific issues affecting EU citizens’ rights. We regularly engage with the Home Office and its monitoring bodies to advocate for change. 

We were formed through the efforts of volunteers from many different backgrounds who came together in the immediate aftermath of the Brexit referendum in 2016. We hold on to that can-do, nimble spirit and informal, friendly and non-hierarchical collegiality.

the3million was incorporated as a limited by guarantee not-for-profit company with Companies House in November 2017. As such, the role of members of the Board of Directors is similar, though not identical, to that of Charity Trustees. 

What does the role involve? 

This role offers a unique opportunity for the right candidate to work with the Board, staff, and the wider grassroots network and make sure the vision, strategy and direction of the organisation are up to date and relevant to the needs of those we work with.

The purpose of the job is to lead the3million on a day-to-day basis within the parameters required by law, in conjunction with the organisation’s Board of Directors.

The post-holder will have particular regard to the obligations of the3million as a limited liability company to ensure that the organisation remains financially viable, as well as identify, manage and mitigate risks in a timely manner working with the Board.

Specific responsibilities will include: 

Leading and managing the organisation 

1. To provide vision, leadership and direction on all work at the3million. 

2. To help define the organisation’s strategy, in consultation with the Board, staff and our grassroots communities. This will include vision and mission, and how to operationalise and resource them, keeping the values of the organisation at the core of the activities.

3. To implement, deliver and review the organisational strategy.

4. To ensure that the organisation has the appropriate policies, procedures, systems and processes in place and that they are being implemented. 

5. To oversee the work of all employees of the3million and persons sub-contracted to provide services to, or on behalf of, the3million, whilst ensuring that all such work of employees and sub-contractors is carried out in accordance with the terms and conditions of funding which has been procured for the purpose of each aspect of the3million’s work and taking full account of the3million’s aims and values. 

6. To review projects and activities and provide guidance to staff members individually and collectively on actions to advance the3million’s goals. 

7. To otherwise ensure that the3million fulfils all its obligations to be a good employer and to meet the necessary standards of employment law and health and safety regulations, and be a leading example with regard to equal opportunities in terms of staff relations and relations with the general public. 

8. To have responsibility for the day-to-day financial management of the organisation, including preparation of budgets for agreement by the Directors and ensuring that income is maintained and expenditure is controlled in line with budgets and that potential risks are identified and managed. 

9. To be the3million’s lead person in relation to external partners and stakeholders, representing the3million’s interests in activities that are carried out in partnership with such external bodies. 

10. To maintain awareness of risks and changes in the external environment that affect the organisation. 

11. To ensure that the3million is an anti-oppressive organisation and remains an ally to individuals, groups and communities experiencing oppression and discrimination.

Delivery and Promotion of the organisation 

1. To represent the3million in public forums such as speaking at conferences, attending sector policy forums, producing written material for the organisation’s own publications/promotional material as well as any appropriate external channels (such as policy briefings, newsletters, and social media).

2. To build and maintain effective relationships with all principal supporters and other stakeholders in order to advance the organisation’s aims. 

3. To establish mechanisms for listening to the views of beneficiaries on the3million’s performance, as part of the project management function. 

4. To work with the the3million team to identify and develop key policy and campaign areas. 

5. To seek opportunities to expand and promote the role of the organisation. 

6. To represent the organisation in the press and public appearances when required. 

7. In all other matters to assume responsibility for the work and reputation of the3million which is consistent with its standing as a well-run, dynamic organisation working to advance the interests of migrants. 

Working with the Board 

1. To provide advice and guidance to Board members as required, in order to contribute to the effective governance of the organisation. 

2. To provide in a timely and appropriate manner information that will assist the Board in carrying out its responsibilities. 

3. To advise the Board on, and to bring forward responses to, any new organisational or policy developments or challenges for the3million as an organisation and with particular regard to the current economic circumstances. 

4. To ensure the organisation fulfils its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities. 

5. Support the Chair in ensuring the continued engagement/involvement of all members of the Board. 

6. The postholder may be required to undertake additional or other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the business as requested by the Board. 

Person Specification 

The post-holder will have: 

1. Previous experience of working in a Director/ Chief Executive or Senior Management role of over 3 years. 

2. Comprehensive knowledge of local, regional, and national issues concerning EU citizen migrants' situations.

3. A comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the UK political environment, including the issue of the influence of public opinion.

4. Experience or understanding of campaigning, influencing and strategies to achieve policy change.

5. A comprehensive understanding of the NGO environment in the UK and a grasp of the role that other stakeholders play in influencing public opinion and the direction of immigration policy. 

6. Experience and understanding of organisation operations and governance structures. 

7. Understanding and experience of fundraising, with particular reference to the current strained conditions, especially within the not-for-profit sector, including grants, community fundraising and income generation. 

8. Experience of partnership and relationship building within the NGO sectors, and with relevant external organisations and companies. 

9. Proven track record in financial management. 

10. Outstanding communication skills in English. 

11. Ability to deliver projects to the highest standard. 

12. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish credibility quickly with the3million stakeholders. 

13. The ability to supervise the work of staff and volunteers in an appropriate manner. 

14. Firm commitment to supporting the rights of all migrants, irrespective of nationality, immigration status, or other matters. 

The applicant must be currently based in the UK.

Who should apply?

Applications are welcome from everyone with the relevant passion and experience in one or more of the areas listed above. Previous experience in the migration sector or campaigning is desirable but not mandatory, as we value transferable skills gained in diverse settings.

We hold core values of inclusion, anti-racism, and anti-oppression. Our organisation is people-led, and we embrace diversity, recognising the enrichment it brings. We are committed to listening to, engaging with, and representing a wide spectrum of individuals.

We are particularly eager to hear from candidates with lived experience of migration. If you are from a background that is underrepresented in the migration sector we also strongly encourage you to apply. This could include coming from a community that experiences racism, living with a disability, not having been to University or having been in receipt of free school meals as a child.

We recognise our team is not currently representative of communities that experience racism and that our own ways of working may replicate wider societal oppression and injustices. We are actively working towards becoming an anti-oppressive organisation, including taking steps to create a more inclusive recruitment process.

We believe our work will be stronger with greater diversity. the3million welcomes the whole person to work, and we understand that each of us brings our experiences, our backgrounds and our own unique lens to what we do.

Salary and Working Conditions 

Staff team: The CEO will be line-managed by the Board of Directors. 

Duration of Contract: This post is a permanent position, with an initial six months probation period.

Gross salary: £46,214 

Place of work: Remote with travel across the UK.

Holiday entitlement: 29 days per annum, in addition to public holidays. 

Application Instructions

To apply, send us your CV including any gaps and reasons in your employment history and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages to recruitment[at]the3million[dot]org[dot]uk demonstrating your capabilities in relation to each of the points of the person specification marked. Where relevant, use your answers to illustrate how your competencies have helped you to achieve positive results. This will give you the best possible chance to be shortlisted. If you are on LinkedIn, please share with us the URL of your profile. Applications will only be accepted with a cover letter.

We welcome job share proposals for this role. 

Please also download and fill in the equality and diversity monitoring form. We only use this information to understand the demographics of people we are reaching and to guide us in making the3million equitable. This process is separate and confidential; this information is not reviewed or taken into account in the recruitment process.

Please email all the above to us at recruitment[at]the3million[dot]org[dot]uk. 

Deadline for applications: 10th December 2023, 23:59 

An invitation to interview will be sent w/c 18th December and interviews will take place early January 2024.

We are seeking a new CEO to lead the organisation into its next phase, building on its significant successes, and taking it to the next level. We are looking for someone who shares our values and is passionate about improving life for both people and nature in Sussex, especially in disadvantaged communities. 

Our Permaculture ethics are central to everything we do:

Earthcare - enhancing natural resources and biodiversity; celebrating seasons

Peoplecare – valuing diversity, embracing differences; supporting health and well-being by connecting people to nature and to healthy food

Fairshare – inspiring people to create solutions for sharing resources wisely, today and for future generations.

About Brighton Permaculture Trust

We teach 30+ courses a year in permaculture, eco-building, orchard management and food-growing. We plant 100 trees each year in school and community orchards. We save 30 tonnes of locally grown fruit from going to waste and turn it into delicious juice, cider, crumble and jams.

We run over 450 volunteering sessions a year, giving our volunteers opportunities to connect with nature and learn new skills.

We manage a permaculture demonstration plot, Racehill orchard and several other small orchards for the benefit of wildlife and the community. We are in the process of acquiring stewardship of a small plot of woodland in central Brighton that will be managed as an urban oasis for wildlife.

The trustees have recently led an extensive review of our mission, vision and values.

Role summary

The current CEO is moving on to pastures new and we are seeking an experienced leader with strong strategy and communication skills to take this vital work forward.

Working closely with a committed and extensive team of volunteers and paid staff, and with the support of an established and engaged board of Trustees, you will be steering the work on our vision and leading the team to deliver it.

As the leader of a relatively small charity, you will be engaged with many operational aspects of the organisation.

Taking on the stewardship of the new plot of land will be one of the operational priorities in the first year.

You will be managing our annual income of around £200K, 3 part-time managers (Admin; Orchards; Food waste) plus a team of 25 workers and key volunteers engaged in ongoing roles.

Hours can be worked flexibly, though you will need to attend in-person meetings, events and site visits, including some weekends and evenings. We have a working 'Fruit Factory' at Stanmer Park, but not an office, so all desk work and online meetings will need to be done remotely.

JOB TITLE: Chief Executive Officer, Citizens Advice Wokingham 

SALARY: circa £50,000 

HOURS: Full or part time with some flexible working arrangements.  

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent

CLOSING DATE: 7th January 2023  

INTERVIEW DATE: Week commencing 15th January  

LOCATION:  Wokingham

Citizens Advice Wokingham is looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to bring a fresh vision and approach to the organisation, putting the client and the team first.  This is an exciting opportunity to support what is working well and continue to make further changes to update our strategy, strengthen the focus on client delivery and improve efficiency.

The role involves leading a team of passionate staff and volunteers with the opportunity to set a positive culture where everyone feels motivated, informed and able to deliver their best.

This opportunity would suit someone looking to consolidate their career with a local charity that makes a vital difference to the community, or who is looking to develop their career and take up their first CEO role. Could this be you?

Citizens Advice Wokingham (CAW) has been supporting residents of Wokingham Borough since 1977.  We have very good relationships with the local council and other key funders.  Since lockdown we have provided the One Front Door Service for the Borough, acting as the first point of contact for residents, and signposting them to other organisations or offering advice and support.   Significant recent achievements include;

• During 2022, the Bureau helped 1 in 20 households in the borough.

• CAW’s income at the end of the 2022/2023 financial year will have increased by 184% since the 2018/19 financial year.

• In 2022 CAW helped 5,663 unique clients - a 148% increase in the number of people helped since 2018/19.

• CAW has secured changes and influence locally - there is now a council tax protocol in place, and the Bureau was part of a 5-strong partnership co-producing and signing the Borough's Tackling Poverty Strategy.

• CAW is active in 17 town and parishes in the borough, with its Mobile Advice Unit as well as two offices.

We are now looking for a Chief Executive who will build on these successes and lead our team to achieve even more.  The CEO will be supported by a highly committed Board of Trustees who are keen to promote a positive working environment with a focus on honest, open communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working with the Board to develop a strategy that reflects the mission, vision, and values of CAW and delivers the organisation’s services across Wokingham Borough and in partnership, where appropriate, with other organisations.

• Establish sustainable and diverse funding opportunities and ensure all human and financial resources are managed properly and effectively.

• Provide high quality leadership and develop a positive and inclusive organisational culture that promotes teamwork, creativity, and collaboration.

• Promote the interests of the charity at local and national levels and forge strong links and partnerships with funders and key stakeholders.

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of the organisation, ensuring high quality services are delivered to clients and compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and best practice.

• Develop and improve the efficiency of the services within the organisation and across the area of Wokingham Borough.

• Ensure the financial stability and sustainability of the organisation through effective budgeting, resource management and financial controls. 

• Deliver regular and accurate reports to the Board of Trustees to enable them to have clear oversight of the business performance, risks & issues.

    Essential criteria:

• Understanding of the Voluntary and Community sector and, in particular, knowledge of the strategic and policy environment that the advice sector operates within.

• Understanding of, and a commitment to, the Aims and Principles of the Citizens Advice service, including the service’s equality and diversity policies.

• Demonstrable experience of leading a team that motivates and develops all staff and volunteers to their full potential, with experience of developing a positive culture. 

• Demonstrable track record of financial management and budgetary control and the ability to prepare and manage a budget.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to develop strong and lasting relationships with a broad range of stakeholders including funding bodies and donors using open and honest communication skills.

• Track record of successful income generation through fundraising, commissioning, grants and marketing activities.

Desirable criteria:

• Experience of working with the Citizens Advice service

• Demonstrable understanding of the operations of local and national government, the administration of public and legal service services, and commissioning.

• Hold a full UK driving licence.

If you have a passion for making a difference and have the skills and experience to lead Citizens Advice Wokingham, we would really like to hear from you.  

The closing date for applications is Sunday 7th January 2023.  

Citizens Advice Wokingham values diversity and promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic people, as they are currently under-represented in our workforce.

The Together Trust are one of the North West’s leading charities. For over 150 years, we have been championing and caring for people with disabilities and complex health needs, providing life-changing support for looked-after children and care-experienced people and delivering transformative education services.

Our vision is a society where everyone thrives because they are valued within their communities. The Trust is deeply rooted in its values and aspires to be person-centred in all its plans, practices, and behaviours and supports over 3,000 children, adults, and families each year.

The Commercial Director will play a vital role in shaping the Together Trust of the future by overseeing all the charity’s commercial strategies, partnership building, strategic financial planning, and revenue generation initiatives. As a key member of the Trust’s senior leadership team, you will collectively be responsible for driving and overseeing the charity's organisational strategic priorities and ambitions for the children, young people, adults, and families we support.

As an ambitious and impactful organisation, the Together Trust is seeking an experienced individual with the ability to develop and implement the charity's commercial strategy and ensure long-term financial sustainability.

Key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Oversee all financial operations, strategic financial planning and ensuring strong fiscal management.
• Identify and cultivate innovative strategic partnerships and collaborations with key organisations to enhance the charity's commercial reach and impact.
• Develop and implement effective brand management, marketing, and campaigns to support commercial and fundraising strategies.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities to refine and adapt the charity's commercial approach.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that commercial strategies are integrated with the charity’s overall goals and mission.

Critically, you will demonstrate a passion and commitment to the Together Trust’s mission and values.

The Together Trust aims to be representative of the communities we are working with. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race, sex, sexual orientation, trans status, or socio-economic background. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments and positively encourage applications from those with lived experience.

For more information about the organisation and this important Commercial Director opportunity please click on Apply. If you wish to have an informal discussion about the opportunities, please contact our retained advisors:

Closing Date: Sunday 14 January 2024

Are you a strategic senior leader who believes every young person should have the chance to reach their potential?

OnSide believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to discover their passion and purpose. They're a national charity that fund and build state-of the art, multimillion-pound Youth Zones in the country's most disadvantaged areas. Barnsley Youth Zone will be the first OnSide Youth Zone in Yorkshire, with building scheduled to be completed in early 2025.

Barnsley is proud of its industrial past. A robust former mining town in South Yorkshire, it's famed for its markets, brass bands and rich coal mining heritage. Barnsley Youth Zone will enhance the town by providing a destination for young people of the area. It will be a state-of-the-art space with over 20 activities to try each session, staffed by skilled youth workers who believe in young people and help them realise their aims and achievements.

Role: Chief Executive
Salary: £55 - 60K (dependent on experience)
Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays; free gym access (once the Youth Zone has opened); access to OnSide's Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring.

About the Role:

As Chief Executive, you'll be responsible for a revenue budget of £1.5m per annum. Pre-opening, you will have a four-month placement, touring and observing other Chief Executives, their teams and the Youth Zones. Over the first three months, you'll have a Network Chief Executive peer group and buddy.

You'll work closely with the Trustee Board and Senior Leadership Team towards ongoing development and evolution of the Youth Zone's strategy and services. You will deliver a robust funding plan, which will enable the Youth Zone to operate with an appropriate level of reserves. You will inspire the team, helping them to be effective as individuals and a collective; supporting them to develop and deliver a wide range of innovative activities for the young people of Barnsley and the surrounding areas.

About you:

This is an amazing opportunity for someone who is looking for the next step in their career or for an experienced Chief Executive to take on a new challenge building a charity from the ground up. We're looking for someone who can provide clear leadership and inspiration to a talented team. You'll be strategic as well as hands-on, able to influence effectively at the most senior levels and get to grips with the finer detail.

You'll need to demonstrate the ability to lead effectively across service delivery and income generation, with a robust oversight of governance and finance.

Most importantly you'll have a genuine passion and commitment to improving the lives of young people.

To apply, please send a copy of your profile or CV in the first instance to Ellen Drummond at Charity People.

Deadline: 9am Wednesday 13^th December 2023
First stage interviews: week commencing 8^th January 2024
Second stage interviews: week commencing 15^th January 2024

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.