About Depaul International
Our vision is of a society in which everyone has a place to call home and a stake in their community. We aim to end homelessness and change the lives of those affected by it. Depaul International, made up internationally of eight member organisations, exists because we believe everyone deserves the dignity and security of a place to call home. We are committed to ending homelessness and improving the lives of the people affected by it.
Depaul International’s current six-year strategy is focussed on four key areas:
- Service: Developing evidence-based solutions to develop services to prevent and end homelessness on a local, national and global scale
- Reach: Empowering member organisations to lead services in their own countries, establishing partnerships and cross-sector working globally to strengthen capacity and scale.
- Voice: Advocating for local, national, and global responses to end homelessness
- Values: Working to strengthen client involvement and enabling our clients to influence decision making to ensure our services are welcoming, accessible and just.
The incoming Director of Finance will play a key role in delivering this strategy, providing the financial leadership needed to support international growth, strengthen resilience, and ensure sustainable impact worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead financial management across Depaul Group, supporting National Members, this includes consolidated reporting, budgeting, cashflow and audits.
- Develop and implement financial strategy, controls, policies and best practice across the charity
- Act as principal financial adviser to the CEO, Executive Team, Board and Committees.
- Provide insightful financial reporting, forecasting and risk analysis to support decision-making.
- Oversee governance, compliance, company secretarial duties and data protection.
- Lead group-wide internal audit processes and financial due diligence activities.
- Support and strengthen finance capacity across international member organisations.
- Manage key external relationships including auditors, bankers, legal advisers, investment portfolio managers, insurers and regulators.
- Pivotal member of the Executive Team, which leads the development of organisational strategy, performance and culture.
- Lead and develop the finance function.
About You
- You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB qualified or equivalent),
- You will have experience in senior leadership roles (Head of Finance, Director of Finance or similar) within the charity or wider non-profit sector
- You will have the ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery in a small, collaborative organisation
- You will be pragmatic and collaborative, and passionate about social justice and the work Depaul International undertakes to end homelessness.
We welcome applications from ambitious senior finance leaders who are ready to take their first step into a Director of Finance position and can demonstrate the strategic capability, leadership skills and values alignment required for the role.
Further Information
- Hybrid working of 3 days per week of central London based office
- This role will require occasional international travel to member organisation countries
- Interviews will be held w/c 13th July and w/c 20th July for first and second stage interviews respectively
- Ivy Rock Partners is working exclusively with Depaul International for this appointment.
Depaul International is a faith-inspired charity rooted in St Vincent de Paul's tradition of dignity and compassion. We welcome people of all backgrounds, faiths, beliefs and non-beliefs, working together towards a shared goal of ending homelessness and creating positive social change.
If you are looking for an opportunity to use your financial leadership skills to drive meaningful social impact on a global scale, we would love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Holly Arrowsmith at Ivy Rock Partners.
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Are you an inspirational leader looking for your next challenge? Would you like the opportunity to lead a respected charity dedicated to helping people live well with sight loss and shape the future of accessible, inclusive support across York and beyond?
MySight York is an independent local charity supporting people to live independently, confidently and without barriers. Through a wide range of practical, emotional and social support services, including advice, counselling, befriending, digital inclusion, assistive technology support and its award-winning Eye Care Support Pathway, MySight York empowers people to make informed choices and live well with sight loss.
Driven by a vision of a York where people with sight loss can live independently, equally and without barriers, MySight York works tirelessly to champion accessibility, inclusion and equality. The charity supports around 1,700 people every year and is recognised nationally for its innovation, partnerships and leadership within the sight loss sector.
We now have a fantastic opportunity for a new Chief Executive Officer to lead MySight York into its next chapter, building on strong foundations while delivering an ambitious strategy that will expand the charity's reach, influence and impact.
The Role
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive Officer will provide strategic leadership, vision and direction for MySight York, ensuring the organisation remains financially sustainable, delivers high-quality services and continues to amplify the voices of people living with sight loss.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Providing strategic leadership to deliver the organisation's vision, mission and strategic priorities.
- Working closely with the Board of Trustees to ensure strong governance, compliance and organisational sustainability.
- Leading, motivating and developing a committed team of staff and volunteers, fostering a culture of inclusion, accountability and continuous improvement.
- Ensuring the charity's long-term financial sustainability through effective financial management, fundraising and income diversification.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with funders, NHS partners, local authorities, community organisations and other key stakeholders.
- Acting as the principal ambassador and spokesperson for MySight York, championing accessibility, inclusion and the rights of people with sight loss.
- Driving innovation, digital development and service improvement to ensure support remains responsive to changing needs.
The Person
We are seeking an inclusive, compassionate and strategic leader who is passionate about making a meaningful difference to the lives of people with sight loss.
The successful candidate will bring:
- Significant senior leadership experience within the charity, public, voluntary or private sector.
- A strong track record of developing and delivering organisational strategy and leading change.
- Experience of working effectively with Boards of Trustees or equivalent governance structures
- Strong financial and operational management experience, with the ability to ensure long-term sustainability
- Excellent partnership-building, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Outstanding communication and leadership abilities, with the credibility to inspire staff, volunteers, trustees and external partners.
- An understanding of the disability, health or social care sectors and a genuine passion for MySight York's mission.
Why Join MySight York?
This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected and ambitious charity at a significant point in its development. You will have the chance to:
- Deliver an ambitious organisational strategy and shape the future of support for people with sight loss.
- Lead a highly regarded organisation with a strong reputation.
- Influence policy, service development and accessibility initiatives locally and nationally.
- Build new partnerships and opportunities for growth.
- Work alongside a dedicated team of staff, volunteers and trustees who are committed to creating a more inclusive society.
- Make a lasting difference to the lives of people affected by sight loss.
If you believe you have the experience and leadership qualities to lead MySight York through its next phase of development, we would be delighted to hear from you.
If this sounds like the opportunity for the next phase of your career you can download the recruitment pack (attached) for more information. To apply please send your CV.
Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Jen or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.
Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.
Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.
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Help us tell the story of a college that changes lives
WM College is an educational charity with a long-standing mission to support adult learners and the wider Camden community. We're looking for a creative, organised and people-focused Marketing & Events Coordinator to help tell our story — through engaging events, exhibitions and content that show what our learners achieve.
What you'll be doing
This is a genuinely varied role at the heart of college life. One week you might be coordinating a private view in our gallery; the next, capturing learner stories at our awards evening or helping welcome hundreds of visitors at an open day.
In this varied role, you'll:
- Help plan and deliver open days, exhibitions, private views, learner awards, craft fairs and other college events
- Create and schedule content for our website and social channels, capturing learner stories, photos and video along the way
- Liaise with learners, staff and local partners to celebrate what we do
- Keep the practical side running smoothly - event logistics, marketing administration and supplier coordination
Who we're looking for
You might be a marketing assistant, events coordinator or arts administrator - or you might come from somewhere else entirely.
This role is ideal for someone who:
- Has experience in marketing and/or events - in any sector, though education, charity, arts or community experience is a bonus
- Enjoys working collaboratively and thrives in a purpose-driven environment
- Can juggle priorities, stay organised, and communicate with warmth and clarity
- Is motivated by a mission to help others access education and lifelong learning
- Wants to join a new, growing team and help shape the college's future - no two days are the same
How and where you'll work:
- Part-time: 0.6 FTE (equivalent to three days a week)
- The salary is £16,949 - £18,245 per annum (pro-rata of £28,248 - £30,408 FTE)
- Hybrid working: our marketing team is in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and we'd ideally like you in for one or two of those days; the rest is flexible between home and office
- Occasional evening and weekend work to support events, planned well in advance - including two Saturday open days a year
- This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, which we arrange
Why join us
By joining WM College, you'll be part of something special - helping us continue to offer inclusive, supportive education for those who need it most.
Interviews are scheduled for w/c 6th July (likely 7–8 July).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.