Chief ExecutiveWe are seeking an experienced and values driven Chief Executive to lead a growing charity and deliver inclusive impact across Stockton-on-Tees.Position: Chief ExecutiveSalary: £42,000 to £46,000 per annum plus 5% pensionLocation: Stockton-on-Tees with some home working by agreementHours: 37.5 hours per week. Condensed hours or part time considered, minimum 3 days per weekContract: Permanent following 6 month probationResponsible to: Board of Trustees, primarily the ChairAbout the RoleThis is a pivotal leadership opportunity within a young organisation founded in 2021, now entering its next phase of consolidation and development.You will lead a small team of fewer than 10 staff alongside volunteers and will be responsible for:Leading the implementation of the organisation’s strategyWorking closely with the Board to support strong governance and periodic strategy reviewLeading and developing staff and volunteers, ensuring supervision, appraisal and trainingEmbedding and promoting an inclusive culture internally and externallyOverseeing financial management, reporting, audit preparation and complianceLeading income generation including relationships with public sector commissioners, trusts and donorsMonitoring impact, evidencing outcomes and maintaining reporting systemsDeveloping strategic and operational partnerships across sectorsPromoting the charity externally and growing its influence About YouYou will be an experienced leader with a strong track record of strategic delivery and income generation within the voluntary or related sector.Applications are welcomed from candidates ready to step up into their first Chief Executive role, as well as those with previous Chief Executive experience.You will bring:Experience of leading teams and promoting an inclusive cultureExperience of working with a diverse Board of TrusteesProven success in generating income from trusts and foundationsExperience managing budgets, staff, volunteers and projectsStrong partnership building and stakeholder engagement skillsCommitment to supporting vulnerable people Desirable experience includes working with public sector commissioned programmes, working with refugees and people seeking asylum, and integrating research to evidence impact.About the OrganisationThe organisation supports refugees and people seeking asylum in Stockton-on-Tees, where high numbers of individuals are placed within some of the most deprived wards in England.Its work focuses on welcoming and connection, skills development and inclusion, collaborating with local partners including local authority and university stakeholders. The organisation is rooted in a strength based approach and committed to embedding lived experience in shaping its work.Other roles you may have experience of could include: Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Director, Charity Director, Managing Director, Head of Organisation, Executive Director, Service Director, Charity Manager, Service Manager, Programme Manager, Development Manager, Operations Manager, Project Manager, General Manager, #INDNFPPlease note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.
