Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire (Hybrid)
£42,000 - £47,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by trauma and adversity. As Chief Executive, you will provide inspirational leadership, driving our vision, strategy, and impact while ensuring the organisation remains financially sustainable, well-governed, and focused on delivering high-quality services that transform lives.

Working closely with our Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners, you will champion our mission and identify new opportunities for growth and innovation. We are seeking a strategic and values-driven leader with experience of working within trauma-informed environments, a strong track record of securing grant funding, and the ability to build and maintain excellent donor and stakeholder relationships. The successful candidate will also have training experience and/or confidently stand in-front of large audiences discussing sensitive topics.

 

This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and ambitious leader who can inspire others, strengthen our charitable impact, and help shape the future of our organisation. If you have the vision, leadership experience, and commitment to making a meaningful difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you.

 

 

 

Application resources
Organisation
SARAC (Sexual Abuse and Rape Advice Centre) View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 6 - 10
Posted on: 20 August 2026
Closing date: 06 September 2026 at 23:30
Tags: Campaigns, Training / Learning, Business Development, Accounting, Child Protection, Compliance / Quality, Data Analysis, Data Protection, Education, Engagement / Outreach, Ethnic Minority / BAME, Partnerships, Strategy, Victim Support, Corporate Fundraising, Major Donor, Statutory, Trusts / Foundations, Grants, Governance / Management

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