Great things are happening in Wakefield District, and the Third Sector is right at the heart of it!

Nova is the main infrastructure organisation for the sector, and we have a new and ambitious strategy which will enable the sector to grow and flourish. We need a dynamic and inspiring Chief Executive Officer to lead us through this challenging but exciting time, and ensure that our membership is at the table when important decisions are made.

Working alongside our experienced and supportive Board of Trustees and other partners, including Wakefield Council, NHS Wakefield CCG, and of course, our members, the Chief Executive Officer will champion the sector by building and maintaining strong and effective relationships and partnership working.

Closing date: 10am on Monday 16 March 2020

Interviews will be held on Thursday 26 March 2020.

The East London Mosque & London Muslim Centre is one of the largest and busiest Muslim institutions in the UK, with a long history of serving the Muslim community in the heart of London. We have a positive impact on thousands of Muslims, not just in the local area through the services we offer, but nationally and globally through the example we set and the reach of our sermons.

As Chief Executive Officer, your commitment to our mission and vision should drive an ethos of excellence, so that we are a model for the Muslim community and the charity sector.

You will represent the ELM & LMC, leading on all aspects of our work, putting forward our views and those of the community we serve, which will be rooted in the authentic teachings of Islam. You will ensure always that our reputation is protected and enhanced.

Through your leadership, you will drive the ELM & LMC forwards, building on our achievements to deliver even more, not only to the Muslim community, but to British society and beyond.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance and references. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. The ELMT has determined that there is a genuine occupational requirement that applicants must be Muslims (Equality Act 2010).

About Us: Harrow Mencap is a campaigning organisation and a multi-project service provider supporting adults, young people and children with learning disabilities, autism and their families and carers – to ensure their needs, rights and aspirations are met.

Reporting to: Deputy Chief Executive, responsibilities include:

• Overall accountability for the operational performance of a range of community-based services across Harrow, Hillingdon and Brent while ensuring attainment of targets and business sustainability
• Develop and implement cost effective means of delivering services, optimising operations and delivering within budget
• Lead a team of business managers and professionals in a multidisciplinary team that deliver best practice, achieving quality outcomes for clients and families
• To foster and maintain excellent collaborative, strategic and operational relationships with partners from the public, private and voluntary sector to enhance and develop services and provisions
• Develop positive and effective relationships with the Board, Executives and staff and promote the organisational brand and ethos in a strong and positive manner in the community.

This post is ideal for those with diverse senior management level experience within the voluntary, public or private sector, with a proven track record of success in leading strategic change and organisational development. An inspirational leader able to motivate teams to gain strategic advantage, audacious in breaking new frontiers and delivering quality outcomes that are both innovative and responsive. We are interested in hearing from people who share our ethos in campaigning for the rights and supporting people with disabilities to enhance their independence.

We are committed to safeguarding, equal opportunity and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview.

CMS has had a remarkable impact on the global church over 220 years of history. With a new CEO in post, CMS has started a strategic discernment process to help uncover CMS’s call to global mission for this generation. The role of PA to the CEO is critical to the effective running and organisation of the CMS office and therefore the organisation as a whole. It offers an excellent development opportunity for a gifted individual with a passion and heart for mission

This is a key role to provide excellent and proactive executive support to the CEO and the Board of Trustees and administrative support to the Deputy CEO & Director of Mission Transformation as well as the Director of Finance and Corporate Services (FCS) as required. The post holder’s main responsibility will be supporting the CEO and the Board of Trustees, enabling them to effectively shape and drive forward organisational aims.

This role requires excellent secretarial and administrative skills, the ability to prioritise workload and a high attention to detail. In addition the person will be a talented relationship builder with exceptional communication skills and will have a proactive mindset to be one step ahead in organising and preparing supporting documents.

 It is essential that the successful candidate has a graduate qualification or equivalent experience, as well as experience of working as a PA/EA or team administrator, with an extensive experience of organising meetings and taking accurate minutes. It is also a requirement for this post holder to be a committed and practising Christian and be committed to the vision, aims and values of CMS, which are detailed on the CMS website.

This is a permanent and full-time position based in Oxford with a starting salary of £27,480 to £28,600 per annum depending on experience, and a generous pension scheme contribution.

Further details can be found in the job description and person specification available to download.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications:

• Midnight on Wednesday 26 February 2020
• Interviews will be held on Monday 09 March 2020 at CMS House, Oxford

We are seeking a new Chief Executive who is passionate about delivering effective solutions for homelessness, can articulate a clear vision for the organisation and provide leadership and direction as Nomad develops its model of housing and support.

Nomad Opening Doors changes lives by providing a model of housing support that empowers young people to take control of their lives and develop the skills and confidence to gain employment and secure long term accommodation.

 You will join us at an exciting time as we develop our Social Letting Agency working with a number of private landlords

You will have experience in a leadership role in the public or voluntary sector, have relevant management experience, a good knowledge of the legal and quality frameworks within which Nomad works and be able to build and develop effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.  Your track record will demonstrate your ability to communicate a clear vision, mobilising support to deliver real change for vulnerable people and delivering through a team of engaged and proactive staff and volunteers.

This is an exciting time to be joining Nomad Opening Doors as we develop our Social Lettings Agency and develop our services for homeless people.

Our ideal candidate will provide leadership to a committed team - someone who is curious and forward-thinking, is innovative and willing to be entrepreneurial and who is passionate about improving the lives of the most vulnerable people.

We are looking for someone who matches our values, has exceptional leadership skills and a passion for addressing the issue of homelessness and for providing opportunities for people to change their lives.

Allsorts is a pioneering charity for over 350 families who have disabled children in Gloucestershire. We provide a welcoming and positive community where families can access opportunities, build friendships and find practical support. We offer a range of activities for children and young people with any disability, as well as for their siblings, parents, carers and grandparents. Activities include regular youth clubs that provide short breaks for children and carers; parent and carer networking and support activities; and a large range of sports, from skateboarding to softball.

In the last 18 months, Allsorts has increased the number of families it is working with significantly, and has also opened its first permanent base – an inclusive Toy Library in Stroud.  We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer to help us to deliver our new strategy, develop our sustainable income plans, and work with an increasing number of families across Gloucestershire.

We are looking for an exceptional individual to lead Allsorts into the next phase of our development, to broaden our income streams, to work with the trustees to steer the organisation according to our strategy, and raise the charity’s profile across the county.

You will have:

· A proven track record of inspirational leadership delivering sustainable financial growth

· The skills and experience necessary to build relationships with funders, commissioners and partners; and to influence at all levels both internally and with external partners.

· The vision to translate strategy into a successful, thriving organisation.

· The commitment and energy to deliver high standards across the organisation

· A good understanding of the needs of families who have children with disabilities or additional needs.

Ensure that Deafconnect provides a high-quality range of projects/services for Deaf and hard of hearing people of all ages in line with need from the communities.

Ensure that Deafconnect services meet the standards required by all relevant, current legislation and the funding organisations for each project. 

To take a strategic and developmental role in identifying potential opportunities for Deafconnect to generate income for the provision of service and take responsibility for the ongoing improvement and development of services.

To provide senior management to all Deafconnect staff

To work closely with the Board of Trustees, provide regular reports and additional information as required.

Principal Accountabilities

MANAGEMENT OF SERVICE PROVISION / DEVELOPMENT

1. Manage projects and services – Ensure discussion with clients/service users takes place, in order to identify need and develop the project plan. Ensure funding is secured, to enable set-up and development of projects that will improve opportunities for Deaf and hard of hearing people. Provide ongoing management and development support for all projects through team leaders and staff.

2 Develop Partnerships - To take a leading role in the identification, negotiation and development of partnership arrangements with other voluntary and statutory agencies to enable joint provision of service where appropriate. To provide advice and assistance to these partners.

3. Funding Opportunities

a. To actively seek out funding opportunities to generate income via funding applications, tenders for contracts and trading. 

b. Write and prepare a range of tenders and proposals to statutory bodies as appropriate, and communicate with organisations/agencies throughout the duration of application.

c. To submit funding applications to Trusts and other funding bodies.  To take an innovative and creative approach to service development and bid writing.

d. To liaise with the Board of Trustees as required to develop proposals ensuring bids have a strategic fit with the organisation and are operationally deliverable.

e. To keep up-to-date with best practice in developments regarding new sources of income.

f. To understand public sector commissioners’ aims and work with them to identify need in the Deaf and hard of hearing communities and assist in the development of the funded service.

4. Research current political and social developments which may have a bearing on service development and funding for the future

5. Ensure that progress is tracked and accurate records of funding applications are maintained. Ensure that management information is provided in order to assist understanding of achievement against service development income targets and strategic objectives.

6. Attend relevant funding events and report back to the Board of Trustees as appropriate. 

7. Undertake consultation exercises as required to inform service design and funding proposals.

8. To network and attend meetings as appropriate to establish good business relationships with a broad network of professional and non-professional clients

9. Represent the organisation and its objectives at meetings and in links with external agencies, advocating the merits of the organisation in a positive manner at all times.

MANAGEMENT OF STAFF

1. Provide line management to Senior staff including personal supervision and performance reviews, to ensure highest standards of professional practice. To oversee the management of team members.

2. To be involved in the recruitment of new staff

3. To promote an effective team environment, ensuring that team meetings are well led, and ensuring effective communication and information exchange between team members.

4. To ensure that all staff have relevant training for their job responsibilities and that all training is up to date.

COMMUNITY CENTRE

1. To be responsible to Northampton Borough Council for the maintenance and development of the Community Centre

2. To manage the community centre ensuring engagement with the local community, working with community groups and local officers including the Police.

3. Ensure that the community centre is effectively marketed and publicised to enable the covering of costs through group bookings.

GENERAL

1. To be accountable for finance – ensuring creation, monitoring and control of the relevant budgets and accounts. Taking appropriate action, and keeping the Board of Trustees updated at Board meetings and other times as appropriate.

2. Undertake, or delegate, as appropriate, presentations to groups to enhance awareness of Deafconnect’s projects and services for Deaf people.

3. Co-ordinate and submit regular and timely reports in relation to service contracts, grant awards etc., liaising closely to maintain ongoing positive relationships. 

4. To be accountable for the planning, development and implementation of effective quality assurance systems and provide reports and updates to the Board of Trustees as required.

5. To be self-sufficient with administration tasks, utilising I.T. and data bases accordingly.

6. To improve skills and knowledge by participating in personal development as appropriate and attend relevant training courses and other events

7. To market and promote services for Deaf People in accordance with the Deafconnect mission statement, advocating the merits of the organisation in a positive manner at all times.

8. To work in accordance with all organisational policies and practices and ensure that such are up to date.

9. Undertake any other duties as may be required within the scope of the post and participate as necessary in corporate initiatives and projects.

Person Specification Form

Essential Knowledge

Of tendering and procurement processes

Of equal opportunities

Of Health and safety especially safeguarding and loan working

An awareness of Deaf issues and the needs of Deaf people 

Of recording and monitoring statistical information

Essential Skills

Ability to promote and market the services provided and the organisation as a whole.

Able to present to audiences of varied levels and professionals

Good written and IT skills and effective report writing

Ability to set up and establish projects

Able to manage and supervise a team of people

To be able to create a working budget and monitor the finances against these budgets

Essential Experience

Of Managing and developing a service

Of recruitment & selection

Of service development

Of dealing with employee relation issues

Of working to and within budgets

Of community development work

Of facilitation/group work

Of developing and managing projects

Of partnership working with statutory and voluntary organisations at a senior level

Of submitting tenders

A good track record of income generation

Of managing a team

Desirable Experience 

Of Managing and developing a service for Deaf and hard of hearing people

Of working with user representatives

Of dealing with employee relation issues

Of managing a servicedelivery contracts

Essential Personal Qualities

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all people

To have a flexible attitude and an ability to organise and prioritise own workload, working to deadlines and managing competing priorities.

Ability to work both as part of a team and alone

Able to network and build good relationships

A positive approach to work

A creative approach – to be able to think out of the box

Desirable Personal Qualities 

To be a problem solver

Essential Qualifications

British Sign Language to at least level 2.

English GCSE C and above

Circumstances

Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as dictated by the needs of the job

Able to travel freely and maintain flexibility in terms of working location

We live in the midst of radical changes to the ways people access news and information.

When Index on Censorship was founded nearly 50 years ago, few could have foreseen the manner in which technology would now be changing the ways we engage with politics and democracy. Although the landscape of communication has changed, threats to freedom of expression remain as grave as they were 50 years ago – in the UK and around the world.

Index is looking for a resourceful and outspoken leader to steer the organisation through this changing terrain, and to protect the right for everyone to be free to express themselves without fear of harm or persecution – no matter what their views. From tackling legislative threats to digital freedom at home, to spotlighting issues of repression and censorship in China, Russia and Azerbaijan, we are seeking a Chief Executive to put free speech for everyone at the forefront of the political, campaign and news agenda.

What you will do

Index on Censorship has a small team that punches well above its weight. You will ensure the organisation is well run and enjoys a healthy office culture, strong relationships with the board and diligent financial management, so that we are well set to protect freedom of expression for another fifty years.

You will be the main outward face of Index on Censorship and build that presence on broadcast media, in the papers and on social media. You will be confident in championing the cause of freedom of expression and when explaining why it must be protected as a universal right for all, even at times when others are looking to close down conversations.

You will be an excellent fundraiser, nurturing relationships and developing philanthropic partnerships which allow us to continue our advocacy campaigns, our magazine and our projects to support freedom of expression. We have a strong board with which you will work closely, while also building your own networks, to ensure we receive the financial backing we need from private individuals, corporates and foundation trusts.

You will build Index on Censorship as both a publisher of freedom of expression and a campaign organisation – a leader in advocacy for freedom of expression, ensuring that voices are heard beyond those normally associated with our cause. Through building strong partnerships and networks you will enable us to grow our capacity to advocate for individuals and groups, including to the government.

How to apply

Send your CV and a cover letter of no more than three A4 pages outlining your suitability for the role.

For a world where every person forced to flee can build a better future.

We are seeking a Chief Executive Officer, to lead the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)’s new national fundraising partner, UK for UNHCR. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the CEO will lead the new charity’s strategic development and growth in the UK, raising private sector funds and developing partnerships to support UNHCR’s global humanitarian work for refugees and displaced people.

We are seeking a dynamic and inspiring leader for this newly created role to grow the income, voice and profile of UK for UNHCR. You will be a highly credible ambassador and partnership-builder, with excellent communications skills, able to leverage influence and funding.

UNHCR, also known as the UN Refugee Agency, has the primary goal of safeguarding the rights and well-being of refugees, and displaced and stateless people. UNHCR was established in 1950, in the aftermath of the Second World War to help millions of people who had fled their homes. Today, the organisation delivers humanitarian assistance in more than 130 countries as displacement reaches a record 70 million people worldwide. By supporting host countries, seeking resettlement options in third countries and helping refugees return home voluntarily when safe to do so, UNHCR also seeks lasting solutions to their plight.

The launch of UK for UNHCR reflects the growing role of private sector fundraising and partnerships in supporting UNHCR global humanitarian operations, which are responding to unprecedented levels of displacement. UK for UNHCR is a registered charity (England & Wales).

To apply and download the appointment details, please visit our website by clicking on apply and quoting reference 4527. The deadline for applications is Monday 9th March 2020.

The role will be based in London, UK. The salary will be commensurate with the seniority of the appointment.

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Perrett Laver is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, as defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our legal basis for much of our data processing activity is ‘Legitimate Interests’. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.  

CHIEF EXECUTIVE

THE CHURN PROJECT, CIRENCESTER

£38,480 FTE

PERMANENT, PART TIME (30 HOURS PER WEEK, with scope for flexible working)

The Trustees of the Churn Project, a well-established and highly regarded community charity, are looking for a new Chief Executive who is as motivated as we are by our purpose of supporting the most vulnerable and marginalised people in the Cirencester area. 

We need someone who will relish the opportunity to build on and develop The Churn’s success and strong reputation so that it continues to thrive in a period of change in the voluntary sector.

The person we’re looking for will be committed to our aim to help change lives and keen to lead a talented team to deliver our strategy and shape our plans in our next stage of development.

You will be imaginative and forward thinking, able to work with and inspire a wide range of people and partners. Our ideal candidate will have senior level management experience, excellent communication and influencing skills and the proven ability to raise the profile of the organisation and build strong, productive partnerships.

A unique opportunity to work with enthusiastic and passionate healthcare experts to have an impact on the care of respiratory patients 

The Primary Care Respiratory Society (PCRS) is a multidisciplinary, UK-wide professional society, passionate about developing a holistic, high value patient-centred and integrated approach to caring for people with respiratory conditions.

We are seeking a dynamic Chief Executive, who, by working closely with our Executive Chair, will help us deliver our strategic direction and shape our future. The Chief Executive is accountable to the PCRS Trustees.

Our work includes campaigning to influence policy and set standards in respiratory medicine, describing how to deliver value-based healthcare that supports service development and redesign, and educating health professionals working in primary and community settings to deliver and influence out-of-hospital respiratory care.  The PCRS executive, elected from our membership, is the driving force of the organisation, and brings together enthusiastic clinical experts from across primary, community and integrated care settings.

We are a small but ambitious organisation which has successfully evolved over 30 years and which has a very significant influence nationally. We run our own programmes and events, including the very successful annual PCRS Respiratory Conference, as well as working with partners to reach out to wider audiences and to publish our well-respected international scientific journal.  As such, we need a Chief Executive who can both manage operational detail and provide strategic direction.  Securing funding from our pharmaceutical and other healthcare company sponsors is a key aspect of the role. Knowledge of the NHS, a facilitative leadership style, and understanding of how to get the best from busy professionals are essential pre-requisites for success in the role.

We operate as a virtual organisation and the role is home- based. Some travel, primarily to London and the home counties is required for face to face meetings. Working hours are flexible, though some evening work is required for telephone and video conferences with committees /working groups. The post is available as a full time position on an initial  one year contract with a salary in the range of £80 to £90K. Applications are also welcome from those wishing to work only part time (minimum 3.5 days per week, salary pro rata) or from job share candidates.

Contact us for full information pack.  

To apply, please submit a full CV and covering letter by the deadline of February 28th 2020. Interviews will be held in London on March 23rd 2020.

Can you lead Enfield’s key older people’s charity?

Age UK Enfield is a key provider of advice, dementia care and support, day care, navigation, fitness and frailty support services in the diverse North London borough.

As our CEO, you will have leadership skills, knowledge of the charitable sector and experience of working in health, social care or advice, preferably with older people.

You will also have excellent communication and business skills in order to engage AUKE’s key stakeholders (older people, trustees, staff, volunteers, funders and partner organisations) and to develop the charity. Experience with finance and change management are also required.

Age UK Enfield is a great place to work. We offer an excellent benefits package including 25 days’ holiday, access to our employee benefits policy with Simply Heath and a pension scheme. When joining us, you will also enjoy all the satisfaction of making a measurable difference to the 7,000 local older people we support every year.

If you really want to make a difference in people's lives, visit our website to find out more and apply.

Application is by completed form; no CVs, no agencies.

Closing date: 9.30am on Tuesday, 25th February 2020.

Interview date: w/c 9th March 2020.

Age UK Enfield (AUKE) is the operating name of Age Concern Enfield. AUKE is an Equal Opportunities employer.  AUKE is a charity (no. 1063696) and company limited by guarantee (no. 3352062).

Are you a psychoanalytic psychotherapist with management experience?

Or are you an experienced manager who has a long-standing interest in psychoanalytic ideas and developments, particularly within therapeutic service delivery, either statutory or voluntary sector?

If the answer to either of these is yes and you are looking for a new challenge then you may be the person we are looking for.

At The Bridge Foundation we are seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead our work into its next phase of development. This is an exciting opportunity to work with our highly skilled Senior Management Team and qualified clinicians with the aim of improving the mental health of children, families and adults.

You will work closely with the Board of Trustees and the Senior Management Team to continue the development of our two services – the Bridge Psychotherapy Service and Bridge in Schools. In addition, you will take the operational lead on strategic planning, finance, commissioning and the creation of an inclusive working culture that is welcoming, supportive and developmental.

Above all, you will be enthusiastic about joining an organisation with a local and regional reputation and a growing national profile. 

This is a part time position of 0.6 FTE. Benefits include salary of £43,000 - £48,000 (pro rata), generous holiday allowance, flexible working arrangements and contributory pension.

Closing date: Applications must be received by 5pm on Monday 2 March 2020.

Interviews are scheduled to take place in Cotham in Bristol during the week beginning 16 March 2020

If you have any enquiries about the post or  you would like an informal discussion before applying, please contact Frances Fox, Director.

CEO – Air Ambulances UK

Would you like the opportunity to lead the national Charity supporting, representing and advocating the lifesaving work of the nation’s air ambulance charities and the wider air ambulance sector?

Background

Air Ambulances UK is a national charity, originally founded in 2015, to support the 21 air ambulance charities across the UK. Its activities have been focussed on raising funds from the types of national fundraising partnerships for which the individual ‘local’ charities are not eligible. The funds raised are then distributed amongst the ‘local’ charities.

In January 2020, the Association of Air Ambulances Ltd (AAA), the long-standing professional trade body of the UK’s air ambulance sector, was merged into Air Ambulances UK, the national charity. This has formed one single nationwide organisation for the UK’s air ambulance charities, as well as for the wider air ambulance services community which brings huge benefits and opportunities to the sector.  Not only does it provide a more streamlined and effective way to achieve the joint overall aim of improving pre-hospital care for patients, it also creates just one single national entity with which other organisations and the public can more easily engage and support.

The new organisation will retain its charitable status and continue its fundraising work while taking on the important remit and activities of the AAA.  Our unified aim is to bring together global-leading clinical and aviation expertise and world-class businesses and organisations to drive innovation, development and funding of pre-hospital emergency care, enabling air ambulance charities to save even more lives every day across the UK. 

Appointment of a Chief Executive

For the first time the charity intends to appoint a CEO.  The CEO will provide leadership and management to the new organisation and will work closely with the Chair and the Board of Trustees to set the strategic direction.  As well as being responsible for the effective day to day management of the charity, the CEO will act as an ambassador, developing and brokering strategic partnerships and collaborations with other stakeholders and working to ensure that AAUK offers an invaluable service to its Members and the wider air ambulance community.

The CEO will have strong strategic leadership and operational management ability, excellent communication skills and a ‘can-do’ attitude. Experience of and the ability to transform strategy into delivery with clarity and accuracy, and a demonstrable capacity to develop relationships with a variety of stakeholders, will be key attributes for this post.  

We are incredibly excited about the opportunities that the unification of AAA and AAUK brings to the lifesaving work of the nation’s air ambulance charities and the wider air ambulance sector and the potential for this role.

If you want to play a leading part in shaping the future of our services across the UK, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

The location of the role is flexible – there will need to be a decision about whether/where any office is located and the role is likely to be home based with travel required initially (AAA office is currently in Henley in Arden and the lease expires in July, AAUK staff are currently home based)

Eastside Primetimers is supporting us in recruiting for this role. Please download the candidate information pack for further information before you apply. Application is by CV and a covering letter which should indicate why you are interested in applying for the role and how you meet the role requirements.  If you would like a call to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Paul Venning on +44 (0) 77 71 99 71 24.

The closing date for applications is Monday 24th Feb with shortlisting interviews taking place that week and the week after.  Interviews with Air Ambulance UK will take place week commencing 16th March.