Care Ashore serves all seafarers, fishermen, and their dependents in need, by providing sheltered housing with support and holiday accommodation on its extensive Springbok Estate in rural Surrey. 

The charity also manages a number of commercial activities including property rental, farm rental, camping and caravanning, fishing, clay pigeon shooting, and guest rooms, to generate income to subsidise the cost of services offered to seafarers, and to support capital projects on site.

Care Ashore has faced multiple challenges in recent years, and whilst most of these have been or are being addressed, we now seek a Chief Executive with a high degree of resilience, skill, diplomacy and ingenuity to successfully build on recent advances, and lead the charity to achieve our ambitions.

With a proven track record in senior management and sound business sense, the successful candidate will have exceptional people, communications and leadership skills. Direct experience of the care and housing sector will be important, alongside an understanding of charity sector governance.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, reflecting the Trustees’ desire to attract the right candidate to this exceptional and rewarding role at a critical time of change for Care Ashore.

Please go to Action Planning's jobs-board to download the full Candidate Information Pack and information on how to apply. If you have any queries, please email Hayley McDonald at Action Planning.

Closing date 9.00am, Tuesday 1st September

Registered Charity Number 207500

Our funders and partners see Youth Engagement Solutions (YES) as an inclusive organisation that transforms local communities by enabling all young people to belong, contribute, and thrive. YES is based in Wembley in the heart of the London Borough of Brent and strives to turn disadvantaged children and young people away from antisocial behaviour, unemployment, and social exclusion to play a positive role in society.

Our current CEO, Carmen Llorente started the charity in 2015, and is now stepping aside to create a Community Interest Company (CIC) where the Charity’s football club will be managed as a subsidiary of YES. Therefore, we seek an exceptional CEO who is motivated, driven, and excited by the opportunity to continue the development and implementation of new and existing projects.

This is a challenging role and in collaboration with the Board of Trustees, the incoming CEO will take the lead on the strategic direction for the charity, offering support and guidance to the Board. They will oversee every area of activity and support the Services Manager Team in their operational delivery of services.

As the Ambassador for YES both locally and regionally the CEO will demonstrate strong influential and engagement skills which will ensure effective collaborations with partners, funders and stakeholders. The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years’ experience as a senior leader within a comparable environment with a track record of strategic and commercial experience required to keep YES supporting its community.

Young people are central to 'who we are' and 'what we do' therefore we believe that the successful postholder should share this perspective and equally be motivated by working with some of London's most inspiring young people.

If you feel that you have the skills, experience and sector knowledge to fulfil this position then we would be delighted to receive your application.  Please visit YES Website  where you can download the CEO Recruitment pack which includes the job descriptions and person specification.

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Central London

Pension: 5% employer contribution

Closing Date: 5pm 10th August 2020

Interviews to be held: Week commencing 7th September 2020

To apply: Send us your CV along with a detailed covering letter explaining how you meet each of the criteria outlined in the person specification.

For nearly 30 years Carers Network has supported unpaid carers in the City of Westminster. We have grown significantly in the past three years and now have responsibility for providing services in three London Boroughs. Our income comes from a range of sources, in addition to the local authorities where we provide services.

We provide information, advice, casework and support, social events, and activities for carers. We ensure carers are involved in making decisions about all aspects of their caring role.

We are now seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial and charismatic leader to take our charity to the next stage of its development. Someone who is passionate about helping carers in London. If you think this is you, then we’d love to hear from you.

Duties Include:

Strategic management of the organisation

• Leading the organisation and overseeing performance against contracts, voluntary funded projects and service delivery plans within a positive organisational culture.
• Developing and ensuring delivery against an ambitious strategic plan and developing a new strategy for 2021 onwards.
• Line management of senior managers and the Volunteer Development Officer.
• Overseeing operational activity of the organisation.
• Strengthening the organisation, including ensuring overall resource management and overseeing service and project development, volunteer engagement, fundraising, premises decisions and organisational development.
• Working positively and effectively with the public and voluntary and community sectors.
• Negotiating effectively and successfully with funders/commissioners.
• Representing Carers Network at key meetings with funders, politicians and other key stakeholders.

Business transformation

• Seeking out and realising opportunities to expand Carers Network to reach and support more carers across central London.
• Ensuring that Carers Network secures and delivers services that are in line with our charitable objectives.
• Developing pan-regional work and partnerships.
• Growing Carers Network’s income from non-statutory sources.
• Ensure the continuation of volunteer involving developments.

Overseeing governance

• Ensuring all governance requirements are complied with.
• Carrying out the role of Company Secretary.
• Supporting, informing and advising the Board and the Finance and Risk Committee.

Public relations work

• Championing the work of Carers Network and ensuring that the charity is represented on the most strategically important bodies.
• Networking with local, regional and national stakeholders.
• Raising the profile of carers and of the charity’s work regionally and nationally.
• Ensuring that Carers Network is seen as a voice for unpaid carers and an example of a high-quality charity doing inspiring work.

Person Specification

• At least three years’ experience in a leadership role.
• Experience of leading the development and implementation of a strategic plan including delivery against challenging organisational targets.
• Experience of leading and motivating a high-performing team.
• Experience of managing resources in a similar size and type of organisation including developing, creating and managing budgets.
• Experience of growing income from a variety of sources and of developing new business.
• Excellent verbal and written communicator, well able to credibly represent the organisation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience of successful networking and developing relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Experience of developing effective partnerships.
• Experience of working in partnership with a board of trustees.
• Ability to demonstrate continuing personal development.
• Experience of work with local and regional media to enhance profile.
• Experience of contract negotiation and management with funders/ commissioners.
• Understanding of the governance, legal and regulatory requirements of managing a charity.
• Experience of working with an infrastructure involving volunteers.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex financial information and understanding of risk management.
• Understanding of current and potential changes in the not for profit and statutory sectors.
• Understanding of the public sector and able to demonstrate drive and passion for the work of the organisation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience of successful networking and developing relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to understand and empathise with the needs of carers.
• Substantial experience of coaching managers.

Ready for your next challenge?

We are seeking a strategic and values-based inspirational leader with the energy and commitment to build on our charity’s long history of quality and success. We have an outstanding (Ofsted) reputation in the sector across adoption and post adoption services, training and consultancy and social work services in schools. We are known for our innovative thinking and our inclusivity.

The charity is on the cusp of a services-led transformation and we need a charismatic leader to make it happen. If this could be the challenge you’re looking for, visit our website via the Apply button to whet your appetite and where you will find full details of the charity, the post and how to apply.

We are seeking a qualified social worker with at least ten years of post qualification experience, including five in management. Our current Chief Executive retires at the end of December 2020, so make 2021 your new beginning.

Closing date for expressions of interest: 7th August 2020.

St Martin of Tours is a leading provider of mental healthcare and specialist accommodation in London for people who have enduring and complex needs. Our mission is to improve the pathways and opportunities for people stepping down from secure hospitals, prison and mental health services.

Chief Executive Officer

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join an established and well-respected not for profit specialist mental health housing association providing services to some of the most vulnerable people in the community.

This is an exciting time for St Martin of Tours as we are embarking on a period of change both operationally and within the board itself. We are an established voluntary sector provider of housing, support, and community integration services for people with forensic histories and mental health problems. To fulfil this vision and to carry through our strategy, the Board is looking for a committed and an experienced professional.

We are particularly looking for someone with experience and expertise of working within the housing sector or previous experience of working as an executive officer within the housing sector.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Experience with Clinical Governance
• Experience of Financial management
• Working in partnership with other organisations
• Working within the Public Sector or Third Sector Organisations
• Operational management experience within the care sector
• Developing Quality Assurance Frameworks
• Working with a board of management
• Strategy development
• Business development
• Professionally qualified in a relevant discipline
• Risk assessment and management
• Leadership at a senior level
• Change Management

Location: London, N1 2LF

Job Type: Contract, 12 months.

Hours: 35 hours per week

If this sounds interesting then we would very much like to hear from you.

Please send your CV with a covering letter.

Closing date: 27th August 2020

St Martin of Tours aims to be an equal opportunities employer.

Snowdon Trust, a national charity based near Horsham, West Sussex, wishes to appoint a new Chief Executive to start towards the end 2020.
The Trust was established by Lord Anthony Snowdon in 1981 to help people living with a wide range of disabilities to achieve their goals in further or higher education or vocational training. Since 1981 we have given grants of over £4 million to help more than 2,700 people to achieve qualifications and futures that might not otherwise have been possible.
The Trust is in a period of evolution and we would expect the incoming Chief Executive to have an overlap with the current postholder with the express intention of creating new opportunities to develop the Trust as an organisation in order to make a significant difference in the experience of disabled students and those who support them. This may involve reviewing the current portfolio of funding and creating and implementing a 3 to 5 year forward looking strategy for the organisation.
The job description will be flexible to reflect the future direction of the Trust but it would be expected that the ideal candidate will have:
• Proven experience in strategic planning and delivering a growth/development pathway
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and the practical implications for learning/studying with a disability and/or an understanding of disability from a personal experience perspective
• Ability to act as ambassador for the charity including the ability to represent the charity’s aims to the directors of companies, Members of Parliament, and trustees of charitable bodies with a view to increasing support for the charity and extending its income generation, evidence of fundraising experience would be a distinct advantage
• Experience in personnel management and motivation in a small office environment (currently five part-time members of staff). Whilst the physical office is based in Horsham, it may, in time, be possible to create a remote working or virtual office
• Experience in financial control such as liaising with auditors and accountants, preparation of budgets and budgetary control, salaries and taxation, office and personal insurances.
The position is currently part time (around 25 hours per week), but this will be negotiable depending on fulfilling the needs of the Trust.
Applicants should e-mail a covering letter of not more than 2 sides addressing the ideal candidate specification and stating salary expectations along with a CV.
Closing date: Applications to be received by the Trust no later than 16th August 2020

£26,000 pa pro rata. 24 hours a week. 
 

Proper Job has ambitious plans to develop the existing site as well as expanding our educational outreach. Proper Job is a locally rooted trail blazing charity and has gained a lot of support and interest from the local community and other communities nationally. Our vision is of a protected and preserved local environment; with local people taking active and positive responsibility for their wasted resources, by engaging in waste reduction, repair, reuse, composting and recycling. The local natural environment is improved, resources are conserved, the community is healthier and more resilient and the shift in behaviour brings with it positive economic impact.

Main purpose of job

Overall responsibility forrunning an effective charity and working towards Proper Job’s vision set out in the business plan. To be responsible for the management of the Resource Centre, Uptown, Workshops and wholly owned trading subsidiary The Courtyard Café and Shop. To make sure that the organization as a whole are well resourced through a variety of money-making and fundraising activities.

The CEO will:

1. Work towards achieving the Proper Job vision as a charity. Monitor the social and environmental impact ensuring that Proper Job isfulfilling its charitable objectives in education. Measure and report this impact to the board of Trustees and the Charity Commission. 
2. Assist managers with staffing issues, including – recruitment, induction, instruction/supervision, training, work review and any disciplinary action with input and support from team leaders. Overseeing and facilitating 6 monthly appraisals.
3. Make sure that accurate records are kept and that the charity is compliant with the law. 
4. Manage and analyze the finances, setting the annual budget (with the help of the board) working within that budget, identifying money-making/fundraising opportunities to ensure the project is viable.
5. Deal positively with the public and wider community to encourage their continued use and support of Proper Job (donors, buyers, workshop attendees and local community)
6. Maintain strong strategic and professional relationships with influential people, projects or institutions and act as spokesperson and representative for Proper Job as appropriate. 
7. Apply for grants and funding that will benefit the project and help to fulfill the charitable objectives.
8. Report monthly to the Proper Job board of trustees and work with them to monitor progress and to plan for the future of Proper Job facilitating the forward planning and development of the Proper Job Resource Centre and charity as a whole. Identify and recommending opportunities for the success of the charity. Leading with forward planning.
9. Make sure that all sites are well maintained and above all, safe for staff, volunteers and visitors. 
10. Oversee day to day book keeping reconciling and entering monthly journals on Xero accounting system.
11. Oversee Office admin, and assist withfinancial reporting, gift aid etc. 
12. Oversee Paying Wages monthly, being responsible for PAYE and HMRC payments. 
13. Oversee the planning of educational events, workshops and fundraisers ensuring they are in line with our charitable objectives. 
14. Manage the admin involved in claiming gift aid on donations and claiming regularly. 
15. Facilitate and lead weekly staff meetings with the Yard Operations Manager, The Courtyard Manager and Uptown/ Workshop Manager. 
16. Ensure the Proper Job site is legally compliant within the areas of activity. In particular Health and Safety, HR, Waste Licensing and any other legislative and policy requirements. (CoSH, ADR, Operators licensing, etc)
17. Responsible for overseeing and ensuring that the charity is compliant with Health and Safety regulations.

Person Specification 

Essential 

•  Experience of leading, or being a key part of the senior management/leadership team within, a small charity or organisation.
• Experience of line managing a range of teams. 
• Good understanding of Health and Safety issues and processes 
• Understanding of the legal and regulatory obligations involved with operating as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation
• A flexible and responsive approach to fast changing environment 
• Experience of performance management and implementation of staff appraisal
• A demonstrable track record of staff management.
• The ability to prepare written reports.

Desirable 

• Experience and knowledge of environmental and sustainability issues 
• Experience of applying for funding from trusts and foundations 
• Retail management experience 
• Experience in education.  

About Proper Job

Proper Job is a successful, community-led environmental charity,located in the small, Dartmoor town of Chagford in West Devon. It’s a locally rooted response to a global issue; that of wasted resources and the profound disconnect between what we buy and what we throw away. It aims to reclaim and retain these wasted resources on behalf of its community, challenging and changing perceptions in the process. By doing so, it also demonstrates to the world the level of change that’s possible to effect from a grassroots level.

Proper Job has three arms: a community reuse centre on the edge of the town that takes people’s unwanted items for reuse, composting and recycling (The Resource Centre), and another that’s a second hand clothes and homeware boutique shop in the centre of town, that sells the best seasonal items donated to the centre (Uptown). The third arm is a trading subsidiary: a community wholefood shop and café, the Courtyard. All three arms deliver educational outreach work in line with Proper Job’s charitable objectives. As such, they address the way we live in the world and the value we place on its resources, and seek to define a better, healthier future for people and planet. 

Proper Job’s charitable objects are described as follows:

For the public benefit, the protection and preservation of the environment, in particular, but not exclusively, by 

• (a) the promotion of waste reduction, reuse reclamation, recycling, use of recycled products and the use of surplus; and
• (b) advancing the education of the public about all aspects of waste generation, waste management and waste recycling, in the United Kingdom.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE

WALES AIR AMBULANCE CHARITY

Competitive remuneration package

Everyone in Wales deserves fast critical care wherever they are

Launched on St. David's Day 2001, Wales Air Ambulance is the official air ambulance service for Wales, providing air cover to relieve illness and injury. We are the only air ambulance charity based in, and dedicated to, Wales and rely entirely on donations to fly our helicopters.

With a fleet of four helicopters, Wales Air Ambulance covers the whole of Wales every single day, from rural countryside, bustling towns and cities, along the Welsh coastline and across vast mountain ranges. We have attended over 35,000 missions since our inception.

We are rooted in the communities we serve, and we are driven by our vision to provide a 24/7 air ambulance operation, continually striving for an outstanding service available to everyone in Wales.

The role

To continue with our achievements to date, we are seeking to appoint an inspiring Chief Executive to lead the service on its journey of continuous improvement, who has the ability to lead wide-ranging improvements to our services and to deliver measurable cultural change.

Working with the Chair and the Board of Trustees, our stakeholders, and our workforce, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in this exciting leadership position. The role will focus on developing our workforce, delivering on the Charity's strategic ambitions, making sure that the strategy is embedded culturally, building on our successes, and for ensuring that the Charity fulfils its statutory and contractual responsibilities and delivers effective outcomes for the people of Wales.

With overall administration of the Charity, for building meaningful and influential relationships with key local and national stakeholders, and for fulfilling the role of spokesperson on media platforms and in public and professional settings, key responsibilities will include:

* Ensuring that organisational objectives are translated into individual work plans with clear, measurable objectives
* Supporting, monitoring and reviewing the work of the Senior Management Team
* Building and maintaining an effective, high-performing team
* Demonstrating a commitment to equality of opportunity in all aspects of the Charity's work

You

Your ability to provide inspirational, dynamic and forward-thinking leadership and deliver results will be essential elements of the role. An excellent communicator and ambassador, you will have credibility and influence with stakeholders and partners, and you will be passionate about championing the Charity's Mission, Vision and Values.

How to Apply

Application is by CV and covering letter. Your letter, which should be no more than 2 pages in length, should explain both why you are interested in the post and why you think you would be an excellent candidate for us. Click on the Apply link to submit your application.

Further information

For an informal conversation about the post, please contact Laurence Wolahan or Sam Cresswell of Hays Executive on 07985  443  826 and 0797  3741  661 respectively.

All direct applications will be forwarded to Hays Executive.

Campaign dates:

Closing date: 23 rd August 2020

Preliminary interviews August / Beginning September 2020

Formal interviews W/C 7th September 2020

The above dates are subject to change

Youth Access is the national membership organisation championing young people's right to access local, high quality, evidence-informed advice, counselling and support services. We work in partnership with members to promote free young person-centred services dealing with issues as diverse as sexual health, mental health, relationships, homelessness and benefits.

Job Title: Chief Executive

Location: London

Salary: circa £63k

This is a pivotal time for Youth Access as we come to the end of the current Strategic Plan 2018 - 2021, and look to build on recent successes, continuing to be the strongest advocate for our diverse membership who are delivering brilliant local initiatives for communities across the UK.

We are now looking for a Chief Executive who will provide inspirational vision and strategic leadership as we enter their next phase of growth and development. Working closely with the Chair and Board of Trustees you will have primary accountability for shaping and delivering the strategic and operational plans, building organisational capability and facilitating the effective delivery of the agreed mission, strategic aims and goals.

We are looking for an outstanding individual with a successful leadership track record, who is passionate about creating positive and sustainable outcomes for young people. Demonstrating high levels of personal credibility, you will act as ambassador for the organisation, cultivate positive relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.

It is a very exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, collaborative and committed individual to play a pivotal leadership role in achieving long lasting, positive social impact.

Youth Access recognises the value of diversity and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community.

To Apply

To learn more about this unique opportunity, and to find out how to apply, please read the full appointment brief, on the Prospectus website, which can be reached by clicking on the “Apply on Website” Button.

Deadline for applications: 26 August 2020

Interviews with Prospectus: 7- 17 September

Interviews with Youth Access: 28 September

These dates may be subject to change and applicants will be advised in advance should this happen.

Oxfordshire Community and Voluntary Action (OCVA) provides infrastructure support to the voluntary and community sector (VCS) organisations in Oxfordshire. We are a small, energetic team committed to our aim of supporting a strong local voluntary and community sector and inspiring local social action.

The Board of Trustees is now seeking an exceptional leader to join the organisation as its Chief Executive. The post-holder will play a central role in developing a new and transformative vision for OCVA, in engaging staff and stakeholders and in helping to make it a reality.

This is a remarkable opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the organisation at a very exciting time in its development

You will be responsible for leading and managing every aspect of the organisation’s work on behalf of the Trustees and ensuring the Board’s strategic vision is delivered. The Chief Executive will provide vision and overall leadership to the organisation, ensuring the impact of service delivery and income growth is maximised and to also help further develop the excellent relationships and reputation the charity has with its partner organisations, supporters and commissioners.

The Movement Centre is a charity that provides a specialist therapy called Targeted Training, a life-changing therapy that helps children develop functional skills required for head control and sitting, and where possible standing and walking

CEO - JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Chief Executive (CEO)

Hours: 3 days per week

Salary: £45,000 pro rata

Base: The Movement Centre, Oswestry and some home working

ORGANISATIONAL ARRANGEMENTS

Responsible and accountable to the Trustees of The Movement Centre for Targeted Training (TMC).

JOB PURPOSE

• To develop, plan and implement the strategic direction of TMC working in conjunction with the Board of Trustees and working closely with the TMC Management team
• To set and outline clear objectives and goals for the clinical and fundraising teams
• Ensure all teams are equipped to focus and deliver on strategic objectives and goals, and to regularly monitor
• Management of staff
• Finance – linking between Treasurer & Bookkeeper
• Governance – ensure all constitutional and legal requirements are met

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy and planning

• Develop, drive and lead the strategic development of TMC to achieve agreed long term organisational goals
• Ensure that appropriate resources and operational systems are available to turn strategy into reality
• Plan budgets and forecasts
• Regularly report back to the Board of Trustees and attend Quarterly Trustee meetings

Management of Staff

• Provide leadership which motivates and inspires staff and volunteers
• Agreeing team and individual objectives and work through regular one-to-one line management, discussions and appraisals
• Ensure TMC has in place effective policies and procedures to manage HR, finance, information, communication, and other resources and that these meet relevant legislative requirements and agreed quality standards
• Oversee the quality and health and safety (including risk management) of all activities carried out at TMC
• Plan and monitor resources, events and staff ensuring TMC achieves an efficient and effective team and culture
• Play a major role in the recruitment and selection of staff and to ensure all new staff are fully inducted

Finance (in conjunction with Treasurer & Bookkeeper)

• Take overall responsibility for financial management and viability, producing budgets and forecasting for Board approval and monitor and explain financial performance
• Maintain robust financial controls, risk management systems and sound administrative processes
• Ensure open communication with the Board on financial and organisational performance against agreed strategic goals

Governance

• Work with the Board to ensure high standards of governance and that the Board fulfills all constitutional and legal requirements
• Provide appropriate and accurate management information and other guidance to the Board of Trustees which ensures they have a clear and accurate understanding of the health and performance of TMC and are able to take informed decisions
• Support the Chair in ensuring the continued engagement and development of all Trustees
• Be responsible for inputting to and overseeing any contracts or agreements at TMC and liaising with the Board of Trustees with regards to any legal documents
• Lead on Data protection at TMC, ensuring the organisation is compliant with up-to-date legislation

External Relationship Building

• Represent The Movement Centre at events and act as spokesperson as required
• Maintain and develop key stakeholder relationships with the clinical and business community
• Ensure the Charity is appropriately represented on relevant external committees

Please note that occasionally there may be some evening and weekend work required.

The successful applicant will be appointed subject to satisfactory references and DBS check

This job description cannot represent an exhaustive list of duties and may need to be amended in the light of experience, development or organisation and service changes.

Chief Executive (Conservation Charity)

Term: Full time, permanent 

Location: Bamber Bridge, Preston

Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum

This is an exciting opportunity to lead our client into a Wilder Future!

A group of wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists formed the trust in 1962.  Since then it has grown into one of the largest trusts with a membership of nearly 30,000, over 40 reserves, around 190 staff and more than 1000 active volunteers, including a strong and capable board of Trustees.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a natural and inspirational leader to join them as Chief Executive. You’ll develop, deliver and report on their vision and strategic goals, championing and developing a culture that values and enhances their model as a membership-based organisation.

You will be expected to take them forward through the rapidly-evolving regional and national political landscape. There will be difficult challenges along the way, but unprecedented opportunities too!

They are looking for someone with the following skills and experience:

• Demonstrate substantial senior management experience, preferably at Chief Executive level.

• Good knowledge of the environmental policy landscape, as well as an understanding of practical land and marine management is paramount - as is the ability to make things happen.

• Proven track record in developing and delivering effective, high impact strategic plans.

• A strong and inspirational leader and team player, with experience of successfully managing and communicating organisational change.

• Knowledge of charitable governance and experience of working closely with Trustees.

• Sound knowledge and understanding of wildlife, nature conservation and environmental issues.

If you are passionate about nature and are inspired to create a wilder future for the wildlife and people of Lancashire, Greater Manchester and North Merseyside, they’d love to hear from you.

Age Concern Southend-on-Sea (“ACSOS”) is a small, local independent charity who work to make Southend a better place to age. Key responsibilities will include providing leadership to the charity and being responsible for the management and administration of the charity within the strategic, policy and accountability frameworks laid down by the board of trustee and well as enabling the board of trustees to fulfil its duties and responsibilities for the proper governance of the charity and to ensure that the board receives timely advice and appropriate information on all relevant matters

The charity is not connected with any other organisation such as Age UK or any other national charity. Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, we provided face-to-face befriending to 135 older people in their own homes and visited 8 local care homes and provided telephone befriending to a further 150 older people. We provide a twice-yearly services directory and newsletter, bespoke information and signposting for individuals, a handyman service, wheelchair hire and hearing aid battery exchange. We also encourage healthy activity through Club 50+. This offers tutor-led keep fit, yoga, tai chi, pilates, line dancing and other active classes, as well as art and computer classes, snooker, short mat bowls, bridge, whist and table tennis. In July 2018 we took on a 20 year lease of an ex-department store in Westcliff and, to date, have spent over £300,000 converting it into a "one-stop" community hub ("The Haven") which, in addition to housing Club 50+, houses offices for other charities that support older people, NHS and social services drop-in centres, a meeting room, a day care centre, cafe, hairdresser and foot care clinic. Unfortunately, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic The Haven is currently closed.

The Executive Director is the key management leader of The British Society of Lifestyle Medicine (BSLM). The Executive Director is responsible for providing leadership, developing and implementing strategic direction and overseeing the day to day delivery of operational activity of the organisation. The position reports directly to the Chair and Board of Trustees.

In addition, the Executive Director is expected to take a lead role in international Lifestyle Medicine work supporting the activity of the European Lifestyle Medicine Council and the World Lifestyle Medicine Council.

General Responsibilities

The postholder will be expected to provide strong leadership and have the drive and initiative required to take the organisation forward at an exciting time in its development. 

The postholder will also be expected to build the management capacity of the organisation and provide oversight of BSLM programmes of work: 

1) Board Governance: Works with the Board of trustees (the Board) in order to fulfil the organisation’s vision and mission.

• Responsible for leading BSLM in a manner that supports and guides the organisation’s vision and mission as defined by the Board
• Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions
• Responsible for working closely with the Board to seek their involvement in strategic and policy decisions
• Responsible for the regular review of the organisation’s governance documents, policies and guidance
• Chairs the Executive Group of BSLM

2) Financial Performance and Viability: Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organisation.

• Responsible for the fiscal integrity of BSLM, to include submission to the Board of a proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect the financial situation of the organisation
• Responsible for fiscal planning and management, operating within the approved annual budget, ensuring maximum resource utilisation, and maintenance of the organisation in a positive financial position
• Responsible for filing the annual returns to the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator

3) Organisation Mission and Strategy: Works with Board and other staff to ensure that the vision and mission is fulfilled through programmes, strategic planning and community outreach. 

• Responsible for implementation of BSLM’s programmes of activity to deliver the organisation’s mission
• Responsible for strategic planning to ensure that BSLM can successfully fulfil its vision into the future 
• Responsible for the enhancement of BSLM’s image by being active and visible in the community and by working closely with other professional, civic and private organisations
• Responsible for the interpretation of national health and care policies across the four nations of the UK to ensure BSLM’s strategic planning is consistent with relevant policy direction
• Acts as one of BSLM’s primary spokespersons to the organisation’s constituents, the media and the general public
• Establishes and maintains relationships with various organisations throughout the UK /Internationally and to utilise those relationships to strategically enhance BSLM’s Mission 

4) Organisation Operations. Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the operations of the organisation can be delivered effectively and efficiently. 

• Responsible for the effective administration of BSLM operations
• Responsible for the hiring and retention of competent, qualified staff 
• Responsible for management of staff leave, absence, sickness and maintenance of personnel files 
• Responsible in due course for signing all notes, agreements, and other instruments made and entered into on behalf of the organisation 
• Responsible for fundraising and developing other resources necessary to support BSLM’s growth
• Responsible for directing the External Affairs and Communications team to enhance the organisation’s profile and social media presence

Knowledge, training and experience required for the role

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree minimum
• MBA preferable

Experience, knowledge and skills

• Five or more years senior non-profit (preferable) or private sector management experience
• Transparent and high integrity leadership and networking skills
• Ability to convey a vision of BSLM’s strategic future to trustees, members, staff, the public and donors 
• Solid, hands-on, budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making and reporting 
• Strong organisational abilities including planning, delegating, programme development and task facilitation
• Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff 
• Skills to collaborate with and motivate trustees and members
• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Ability to interface and engage diverse partner organisations and donor groups
• Strong public speaking ability