We have a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic, engaging, and inclusive leader to 
join us as Chief Executive at Keep Wales Tidy. 
After completing many years’ service, the current head of our organisation is retiring. As we begin our 50th anniversary celebrations, we are looking for an inspirational leader to help us build on our achievements and cement our reputation as a leading environmental charity. 
Reporting to the Chair of our Board, you will work closely with our Trustees and executive management team to provide clear, strategic direction. You will have the opportunity to lead a team of more than 70 committed and passionate individuals, nurturing  an innovative and supportive culture.
The quality of our local environment, our green spaces, waterways, beaches, and the air that we breathe is essential to protecting biodiversity for the future and building our resilience to the global climate emergency.
Through our programmes and projects, Keep Wales Tidy has set the stage for working together with government, public bodies, schools, and local communities to take positive sustainable action. National initiatives like Caru Cymru and Local Places for Nature have opened up opportunities to engage communities across Wales, with long term benefits for our health, well-being and natural environment; while international programmes such as Eco-Schools have enabled us to share our learning with global partners. 
Do you have the qualities, skills and experience to lead an ambitious and trusted charity? If you share our vision of a beautiful Wales cared for and enjoyed by everyone, we would love to receive your application to join us. 
How to apply
Please visit our website for more information on the role and how to apply.
The closing date for applications is midday 6 June
Preliminary stakeholder meetings and formal interviews will take place during the week commencing 20 June.

We will be in touch with successful and unsuccessful candidates no later than 14 June. 
Further details 
Keep Wales Tidy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, accredited by Investors in People.
The post is part-funded through the Welsh Government Rural Communities -Rural Development Programme 2014-2020, which is funded by the Welsh Government and the European Union. 

We’re looking for a new CEO who can build on the strong foundations of our small but ambitious charity. We need someone with:

• A passion for inclusive sex education;
• The ability to deliver an ambitious strategy for the future of the charity;
• Top-class people management skills; someone who can inspire and develop our talented team of staff;
• Strong governance and financial management capabilities;
• A track record for driving income growth, and a clear vision of how to drive income growth in this role;
• Experience communicating with a wide-range of stakeholders including headteachers, funders, academics and journalists.

Reed is delighted to be exclusively working with The Canterbury Oast Trust with their recruitment of a Chief Executive Officer.  The Canterbury Oast Trust has been supporting adults with learning disabilities for over 30 years.  They have a very strong family and service based ethos and work hard with their service users to help them develop and become more independent. This can be seen across their residential and supported living services and life skills programmes, including the South of England Rare Breeds Centre, a high profile tourist attraction which provides service users with many opportunities. 

As their Chief Executive Officer, you will lead the senior team in the delivery of the strategy and key objectives by giving direction and having accountability for all financial, care, commercial and HR matters.  You will be the interface with key stakeholders including the Board, local authority, families and service users.  You will have line management responsibilities for the Heads of Finance, Care, HR, Estates and Fundraising.  You will also oversee regulatory requirements and safeguarding across the organisation.

Key Result Areas:

Effectively lead the senior management team

Ensure all regulatory reporting is completed and meets / exceeds the required standards

Lead the development of the strategic direction of the organisation working in line with the 3-year business plan and annual budget

Identifying and managing any financial, care or people risks and mitigation

Performance management of the senior management team

Championing a positive culture to support achievement of potential across all people in the organisation, staff and service users

Strong stakeholder engagement, both internal and external

Ensuring the organisation has an outstanding culture towards safeguarding, health & safety and other similar matters

Skills and Experience:

Senior leadership experience managing diverse teams

Degree or equivalent level of relevant education

Experience of governance (CQC and Charity Commission)

Experience or demonstrable interest in the social care sector

Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Health & Safety and other regulatory matters

Commitment to working as necessary to ensure the effective delivery of the organisational objectives

Demonstrable public and internal communication skills

Benefits Include:

Working in a friendly and motivated environment

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Onsite parking

Reed is looking for a special and dedicated individual to lead The Canterbury Oast Trust through their next phase of development.  If you would like to have a hugely rewarding role in helping shape who they are and what they do, Reed would love to hear from you.

The next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of DeafKidz International will join us at an exciting time as we look to review the success of our current three-year strategy and look forward to preparing our 10th anniversary celebrations in 2023. Our new CEO will be an experienced and inspiring leader who will scale and sustain the organisation through a blended combination of business development and fundraising work.

While we are a relatively new charity, we are the global leader for the safeguarding and protection of deaf, hard of hearing and deafened children and young people. Deaf children and young people are three times more likely to experience abuse and exploitation than hearing children. Deaf children experience endemic physical, sexual abuse and neglect. This can't happen and so at DeafKidz International we're working to ensure deaf children can be safe and that child protection capabilities are strengthened to be inclusive of the needs of deaf children and their families.

We've developed a core model of intervention which is focused on five domains and which aims to ensure deaf children and young people are able to live safely and without fear of abuse; we've originated and developed some cutting edge programming and toolkits which we're now looking to scale; we've built incredible partnerships with the likes of the Global Partnership to End Violence Against Children, Jersey Overseas Aid, Child Helpline International and more; and we've also built a consultancy arm that we are seeking to scale.

Role: Chief Executive Officer of DeafKidz International
Contract: Permanent, full time
Salary: circa £60,000
Location: Brighton (3 days per week in the office)

Amongst other criteria, the successful candidate will have:

• Leadership experience within international child protection, humanitarian, development or disability organisations
• Awareness or familiarity with the intricacies of lived deaf experience
• Proven and evidenced track record of business development and fundraising, delivering organisational sustainability and resilience; leveraging funding from institutional donors, partner NGOs, Trusts & Foundations; high-net worth and corporate donors
• Experience in a senior management role of managing and growing teams
• Experience of developing and implementing organisational strategies that deliver evidenced outcomes and outputs
• Experience in the design and development of strategy and vision, with the proven ability to learn from and adapt to changing circumstances, and to translate strategy into meaningful action
• Experience leading change in an organisation, and in developing values and culture
• Experience of communications at the highest level to achieve positive outcomes comms through advocacy with donors, influencing decision-makers, and engaging opinion formers

We encourage applicants who are from underrepresented groups with protected characteristics, as we value having a diverse pool of applicants to find the best candidate. We would especially welcome candidates who are deaf.

If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this role with details on how to apply, please send a confidential expression of interest by clicking apply. Our consultant, Jenny Hills, will respond with a full information pack.

For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with your contact details, and suitable times to chat. If you require a BSL interpreter please advise and we will make the necessary arrangements. You can also view a BSL version of this advertisement below.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 13th June 2022.

See British Sign Language version of this text here: https://youtu.be/ROQfs__IQe8

Humanimal Trust Chief Executive                   

I care - We care - Do you?

A unique opportunity to lead a unique charity driving collaboration between human and veterinary medicine.

• We care about One Medicine – that humans and animals should benefit equitably from groundbreaking medical progress and not at the expense of an animal’s life.
• We care about all human and veterinary medical, and research professionals learning from and with each other, throughout their education and career, for the benefit all humans and animals.

We show we care through our ICARE workstreams

Influence – We care about bringing together everyone who knows and cares about One Medicine to create a road map for change in public policy and at the clinical coalface.

Collaboration – We care about creating opportunities to bring together human and veterinary professionals and students to learn from one another by demonstrating One Medicine at work.

Awareness - We care that everyone should know about benefits of One Medicine for humans and animals, about non-animal alternatives to laboratory models and about how much human and animal medicine can learn from one another, helping one day to make animal testing obsolete.

Research – We care about One Medicine research – funding it, encouraging it, supporting it, shouting about it – to benefit humans and animals.

Education – We care about every child learning what connects humans and animals; about veterinary and human medical students learning together and from one another; about professionals learning from their peers.

Humanimal Trust is seeking a Chief Executive to show they care too and to lead our charity to the next level. Founded in 2014 by TV’s Supervet, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick, Godalming-based Humanimal Trust needs you to be both visionary and operational leader; the voice and face of the Tru.st and the embodiment of its values and passion for One Medicine. You will lead development and delivery of strategy, line manage the senior team and work closely with trustees and our network of lay and professional volunteers. This is a rare opportunity for either a first-time or experienced Chief Executive to lead an innovative Trust. Sector experience preferred, but full training will be provided if required.

Job Description: Chief Executive Officer

Accountable to: Board of Trustees, through Chair of Board.

Full Time - Salary: c.£60k

Humanimal Trust’s CEO is both the visionary and operational leader of the organisation. They are the voice and face of the Trust and the embodiment of its strategy, brand, narrative and values. They are accountable for the formulation, delivery and evaluation of strategic organisational objectives and of business and financial plans. They line-manage the senior team, providing clear priorities and consistency of expectation as well as motivation, development support and appraisal. They are accountable to the Board of Trustees, primarily through the Chair, building an effective, trusting relationship based on a shared commitment to vision and purpose and shared understanding of respective governance and operational management roles.

Main Role Activities

• Lead development of the Trust’s strategic direction and priorities for Board approval and oversight, with budget and business plans to ensure achievement of short- and long-term objectives and management of resources.
• Oversee delivery of all operational and business activities to ensure they bring desired results and are consistent with overall strategy and purpose, reporting to the Board as required.
• Represent the Trust in all public settings, both professional and general public; act as the primary spokesperson in all media and at public events with Board participation as appropriate.
• Build effective high-level networks in all appropriate sectors.
• Lead development and review of organisational policy and ensure understanding and adherence, reporting to Board of Trustees as required.
• Drive the culture of the Trust, minimise risks and ensure adherence to legal/sector guidelines and in-house policies.
• Support the Board of Trustees in the fulfilment of its legal, financial, strategic, policy and risk management accountabilities, including at Board meetings.
• Lead, manage and support senior colleagues - as individuals and as a group - to create a high-performance senior team that is delivering its agreed responsibilities and priorities, in line with Humanimal Trust values and behaviours.
• Build trusting and effective relationships with key partners, supporters, trustees, stakeholders, employees and volunteers.
• Offer high-level direct support to marketing, fundraising, supporter stewardship, science and education engagement and volunteer development as appropriate.
• Maintain a working knowledge of - and build active networks in - the not-for-profit sector and the human and veterinary medical and educational sectors to maximise effectiveness and impact of the Trust.

Essential Skills/Attributes

• Demonstrable effective high-level leadership and management experience.
• Demonstrable experience of successful relationship-building with trustee or non-executive Boards and senior teams.
• Empathy with, enthusiasm for, and understanding of the objectives of Humanimal Trust and of One Medicine.
• Good working knowledge of biological science, human and/or veterinary medicine, and/or education sectors.
• Demonstrable strategic financial planning and operational budget management experience
• Self-motivated/self-starter.
• Experience as media spokesperson, public speaker and organisational representative, with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-confidence with strong interpersonal skills able to relate to, and work with, individuals of all backgrounds, identities and experience levels both within the charity and externally.

Desirable Skills/Attributes

• Direct experience of and empathy with the particular challenges faced by small organisations in a sector dominated by major brands (for-profit or not-for-profit).
• Direct experience of working in the charity sector, including experience of working with volunteers.
• Direct experience of the human or veterinary medical, or education sectors.

Terms

• Consideration will be given to flexible work arrangements, however an agreed proportion of time with colleagues in a Head Office location will be required.
• Ability and willingness to travel (nationally and internationally), when necessary.
• Flexible availability to enable occasional attendance outside of agreed working hours, for example at evening or weekend events or Board meetings with time off in lieu.
• The position is full-time (40 hours per week). Holiday allowance is 22 days plus bank holidays per year, increasing in line with service annually to a maximum of 27 days.
• Probation period is 6 months

Following 27 years in the post, our current CEO has decided to retire and we are now looking to recruit a highly experienced, inspirational and motivated Chief Executive, to lead Turning Lives Around (TLA) to achieve its strategic plan objectives and become a Registered Provider.

TLA is a leading third sector organisation within the West Yorkshire area

Our vision is to ensure everyone has the opportunity to access housing and support services necessary to aspire to and achieve their fullest potential. 

TLA understands that we can only deliver excellence to the people we serve if the colleagues we recruit share our values, are happy, empowered, supported to reach their potential and trusted to lead. 

You will be required to provide strategic and generous leadership for the organisation, demonstrate significant expertise in inclusion and diversity and champion our work locally and nationally to reduce homelessness in Society for those with complex needs.

You will have:

• A proven track record of strategic leadership within a charity or similar setting at a senior management level. 
• Outstanding leadership skills, including being an authentic and values-led leader 
• Excellent negotiating, analytical and organisational skills. 
• Experience of working with and reporting at Board level. 
• Outstanding relationship building ability and understanding of the power of partnerships. 
• Evidence of management of significant financial and other resources. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

No agencies please. 

You will find the full job description and person specification and an application form on our website.

For an informal discussion with the current role holder or further information regarding the post or organisation, please contact Megan Williams to organise a mutually convenient time 

TLA is an equal opportunities organisation and applications are welcome from all sections of the community, particularly, BME and LGBT communities and/or people with disabilities who are under-represented within TLA. 

Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and we do not intend to offer sponsorship for this particular role. You should therefore ensure that you have/will have the right to work in the UK to be able to undertake this role, if appointed, you will be required to provide relevant right to work documents at the point of an offer being made to you.  This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

Location: Hybrid working, with ability to come to Banbury centre on a regular basis

We are working in partnership with Dogs for Good, who for over thirty years, have been utilising their knowledge and experience to bring people with disabilities and dogs together, enabling life-changing differences. Through the power of expertly trained dogs, they support people with autism, physical disabilities, learning disabilities and dementia, empowering them to live more independent lives.

With the retirement of the current Chief Executive, after more than twenty-five years in post, they are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking individual to join the charity in this capacity to preserve and develop the organisation and provide inspired leadership to the staff team of 74, over 500 active volunteers and a wide range of stakeholders. The new Chief Executive must have a commitment to achieving high standards of dog welfare and a genuine interest in and passion for bringing people and dogs together to enrich and improve both lives and to better understand the human animal bond. A background in the charity/not for profit sector would be useful, although not essential.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Experience of effective partnership working and development, and external relationship management
• Experience of managing, motivating, and developing staff
• Experience of business planning, business development and income generation/fundraising
• Experience of project management and service delivery across multiple functions
• Strong financial skills, including the ability to analyse budgets and accounts, and manage an annual budget of over £4m
• Robust approach to governance, controls, and implementation of new processes
• Experience of risk management

We are seeking an inspirational leader, with exceptional verbal and written communication, management, and motivational skills. Ability to persuade and influence, both face to face and in writing, outstanding business development skills, an empathy for vulnerable people and a strong commitment to animal welfare are all essential for this role.

For more information, please contact Adam Stacey, Managing Director, or Katherine Anderson-Scott, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment.

Applications should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Closing date for applications: 13th June 2022. However, applications are being reviewed throughout the process. Charisma interviews will commence from Monday 23rd May, and will need to be completed by Wednesday 22nd June, in preparation for longlisting on Friday 24th June.

Shortlisted candidates can expect interviews with Dogs for Good:

• Interviews - 1st stage – 4th and/or 5th July (virtual)
• Interviews – 2nd stage – 19th July (in-person)

Do you believe in the life-changing benefits of physical activity and sport?

Are you an inspirational leader who can drive our charity forward?

Together Active is a charity working across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. We exist to create active places and healthy lives through physical activity and sport. We are part of a national network of Active Partnerships, funded by Sport England and our local partners. 

We are looking to appoint an amazing person with values strongly aligned to our own.

We are looking to appoint an experienced leader to guide and deliver the strategic direction of our charity; someone who can supercharge the next phase of our organisational evolution.

The successful candidate will have experience navigating complex landscapes such as health, education, planning or local government. They will be an expert relationship builder and have exceptional leadership and advocacy skills.

We operate a hybrid working model, with staff working a minimum of two days per week from our Stoke-on-Trent office. 

Closing date:   5th  June, midnight

Interviews: 8th June

Learning Partnerships are currently recruiting for a:

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

35 hours per week

£50k per annum

Learning Partnerships is a highly recognised, successful Leeds based charity with 30 years of experience working in deprived areas to reduce inequality, poverty and deprivation by improving wellbeing in Leeds through the provision of learning, skills and personal development opportunities. 

We are recruiting a new CEO who has the drive and ambition to lead a strong, committed team, with a passion for making a difference to the lives of those living in deprived communities of Leeds.  The CEO will be responsible for providing leadership, developing, and implementing Learning Partnerships strategic and operational plans, leading on partnership and business development and being an effective advocate for the charity.

We are looking for an individual who has an alignment with the core purpose and values of the charity.  Someone who is a visible and inclusive leader, with a flexible approach to achieving the charity’s objectives. 

The ideal candidate will have:

• Degree in business, administration, management, or equivalent professional qualification
• Significant record of achievement and experience a senior or organisational leader
• Strong financial management and budgeting skills
• Understanding of contract driven programmes
• Experience of effective partnership working and development of external relationship management
• A team player, with the ability to listen, empower, coach and mentor their team
• Previous experience of working in the charity/not for profit / voluntary sector would be advantageous

If you are interested in applying for the above position, please visit our website Our Recruitment Opportunities - Learning Partnerships

CLOSING DATE: MONDAY 6th JUNE 2022

Learning Partnerships, The Burton Business Park, Hudson Road, Leeds, LS9 6DJ

Registered Charity No: 1003603

Learning Partnerships is committed to equality of opportunity, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Due to the nature and financial responsibility of this role, we will undertake a standard DBS (Disclosure and Baring Service) background check.

Carriers of Hope Coventry is a respected, dynamic, registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation that has provided vital support to refugees, migrants (primarily Roma people from Eastern Europe) and asylum seekers living in Coventry since 2009.

We ensure our clients have access to essential items such as food, clothes, baby equipment, furniture, white goods, other electrical items, household goods, toiletries, cleaning equipment, toys, school uniforms and other educational support (such as laptops). We also offer opportunities for our clients to grow their skills, providing opportunities to volunteer, improve their English, access training, engage in social events and interaction to improve their confidence and well being and build better lives.

We are looking for an exceptional candidate to take on this key role of CEO. You will have strong leadership skills, be positive, flexible and ‘hands on’ where needed. You will be passionate about our mission and ethos, and both contribute to, and deliver, our strategic vision. Most of all, you will be driven by the desire to help people and will want to play a key role in meeting their needs. 

With excellent interpersonal skills, you will ideally bring a range of experience - from securing funding, leading teams, developing partnerships, and creating and delivering solutions to help support our clients. You will have gravitas, strong emotional intelligence and excellent communication skills. Access to private transport is essential.

Gloucestershire Counselling Service (GCS) is a major provider of counselling and counselling training within the county. It is a highly valued and reputable charity serving the communities of Gloucestershire. These are exciting times for the organisation, and we are looking to recruit an outstanding leader, a strategic thinker and motivational, collaborative worker. 

We are seeking an individual with experience of leadership, organisation development and someone who is interested in the Counselling landscape both locally and nationally to support and develop our Counselling and Training Services. The role requires an individual who enjoys working both at a strategic level while maintaining a focus on the day-to-day operations of the organisation, working with our excellent Senior Leadership Team to make things happen and reporting back to the Board of Trustees. 

We envisage this post being between 28 – 35 hours per week.  We are open to conversations surrounding working hours and flexible/hybrid working. Salary is £55,000 p.a. FTE pro rata.

GCS offers a friendly and supportive work environment based in the centre of Stroud, 25 days annual leave (pro rata), a contributory pension and a chance to lead a worthwhile organisation making a real difference to people’s lives.

Further details about the role and an application form can be found on our website 

Deadline: Wednesday 1st June 12.00 noon. 1st round interviews: 13th June. 2nd round presentation: 15th June 2022. Applications will only be considered on completed GCS applications forms available via our website

GCS aims to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Unfortunately, our office premises in Stroud have restricted access

The purpose of South Hams Community and Voluntary Services is to support and represent the local voluntary, community and social enterprise sector in the South Hams District of Devon. We support existing organisations to develop and help new groups to start up, by providing one to one advice, training, networking opportunities and information, and brokering collaborations and partnership. We also act as a point of contact with the local voluntary and community sector for local authorities and other agencies, and seek to ensure the sector is able to engage in strategy and policy-making. 

Our vision is for South Hams to be a place where voluntary and community action thrives and where voluntary and community organisations are dynamic, resilient, sustainable and inclusive, playing a central role in building strong cohesive communities, and improving the quality of life and environment for all.

As Chief Officer you will provide leadership and strategic direction, and be responsible for the programme of activities and day-to-day management of South Hams Community and Voluntary Services. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation at an important time, supporting voluntary and community organisations in the South Hams District at a time of great change.

Chief Executive Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for a committed CEO who has a passion for equality and diversity within the workplace.

If you are a creative and innovative thinker who builds support for new ideas both strategic and tactical with strong analytical skills and clear judgement, then we want to hear from you!

Position: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Bristol

Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week over 4 or 5 days with some evening work

Salary: £42,000 - £48,000 (pro rata) depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Sunday 5th June 2022

The Role

Working closely with the Chair of the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive will:

• Provide leadership and operational direction
• With the Senior Management Team (SMT) be responsible for implementing the agreed strategies and achieving the business plans of the organisation, by effectively managing and developing the resources available to the organisation
• Represent the organisation externally by promoting the services and values.

Main duties and responsibilities include:

• Strategic Leadership
• Enabling Governance
• Financial and Legal Management
• People Management

About You

Educated to degree level, or post graduate professional qualification, or can demonstrate equivalent qualifications, skills and experience, you will have knowledge and experience of operating at a senior management level, preferably within the Charity sector.

You will have experience of:

• Business and strategic planning, with an ability to track performance against objectives and deliver results
• Developing and fostering close working relationships with a Board of Directors or Trustees, in particular the Chair of the Board
• Managing and leading a team of senior managers
• Strategic and day to day financial management, including budget preparation, monitoring and reporting
• Human resource management, including recruitment, succession planning and workforce development
• Organisational legal responsibilities and requirements

About the Organisation

A specialist organisation offering support through counselling and therapeutic groups to adults in Bristol, South Glos, BANES & North Somerset who have experienced any form of sexual abuse throughout their lives.

You may also have experience in areas such as CEO, COO, Chief Executive, Chief Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Deputy CEO, Deputy COO, Deputy Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Officer, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Interim CEO, Interim COO, Interim Chief Executive, Interim Chief Officer, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Director, Manager, Head of, Therapy, Abuse, Mental Health, Counselling.

At Lewisham Local we are passionate about what we do and the difference we make! Our ethos is all about connecting people in Lewisham and creating a community that gives, shares and works together for local people to build happier, healthier lives. We have built a very strong, talent and dedicated staff team and a committed Board that works together to deliver the greatest possible benefit for Lewisham residents. We pride ourselves on being flexible and responding to needs and opportunities, making the most of what we have. We have long been an innovative and dynamic local charity and are looking for a Chief Executive who has the passion, skills and commitment to build on our track-record and continue connecting our diverse community.

If you are passionate about Lewisham and you think you have the right blend of skills to lead our charity, we'd love to hear from you!