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Executive Director / Joint CEO

We are seeking an experienced senior leader to join as Executive Director /Joint CEO at an innovative arts centre in the heart of Deptford.

Position: Executive Director /Joint CEO

Location: Deptford, Flexible working negotiable; minimum of 50% office-based working

Salary: £70k per annum, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 12pm, Tuesday 28th January

First Interview: Tuesday 18th February

Second Interview: Thursday 27th February

About the role:

With our long-serving CEO and leadership team stepping down in 2024/25, the executive function has been updated into a co-CEO model of a Creative Director and Joint CEO and an Executive Director and Joint CEO (new role) to provide joint development and leadership for the organisation and affiliated projects.  Together they will be responsible for articulating and achieving the creative vision and business objectives, to maintain and grow a versatile and vibrant performing arts centre and cultural community hub. They will contribute to fundraising and developmental work to achieve sustainability for the organisation. They will also oversee programmes of activity which represent the ethos and maximise artistic innovation, social and creative engagement.

Your main duties will include:

• Provide strategic leadership for the organisation and strategic advice to the Board, ensuring the development of Strategic and Business Plans, budgets and KPIs (jointly with Creative Director).
• Responsible and accountable for the overall management of the organisation through effective implementation of agreed vision, objectives, plans and targets.
• Ensure financial leadership, including annual budget setting, effective management of resources and monitoring of accounts.
• Joint lead on strategic fundraising, contributing to key fundraising applications and funder relationship management.
• With the Creative Director (and Board) maintain a wide and longer-term perspective of the external environment and developments relevant to our work; be proactive in identifying future opportunities and challenges.
• Ensure high standards of governance (with the Board), including charitable objectives and compliance with relevant statutory and regulatory responsibilities.

About you:

We are now looking for a confident leader to work alongside a team of experienced senior managers, you will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Significant experience as a senior manager and leader in a major arts organisation or equivalent transferable skills; with a strong sense of how the organisation can enrich and transform the arts ecology, while meeting key stakeholders’ needs.
• Demonstrable record or potential for commercial awareness, financial acumen and business management skills to run a complex charity as a social enterprise with a vision of considered growth, innovation and risk.
• A desire to work in a creative organisation and a commitment to, and knowledge of, culturally diverse arts environments; confidence addressing equity and inclusion and realising and promoting the values of diversity in every aspect of the work.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders in the voluntary, public and private sectors; a confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability and enjoyment of working within and leading an organisational culture equipped to generate cultural, management and institutional change internally and within the sector.
• Experience of management in a venue licensed for public entertainment, including demonstrable understanding of health and safety and facilities with the ability to oversee and lead on statutory compliance and best practice.
• Well-honed practical skills relating to running a similar sized organisation: highly skilled in and understanding of administration, HR, legal aspects, financial planning, monitoring and budget management.

Benefits include:

• 25 holiday days per annum, plus bank holidays
• Complimentary tickets to performances
• Company discount
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing support
• Hybrid and flexible working policy
• Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership

About the Organisation

The arts centre committed to representing the extraordinary creativity and diversity of Deptford, Lewisham and South East London. Each year over 60,000 people attend our events, ranging from music to theatre, spoken word and family performances; and take part in our award-winning participatory projects for young people and adults over 60. We were Lead Delivery Partner for We Are Lewisham, the Mayor’s London Borough of Culture 2022, with over 400,000 audience members attending over 600 events throughout the year.

The organisation aims to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and want their team to represent the same diversity of audiences and artists they welcome into venues every day. They are keen to hear from a diverse range of candidates from all backgrounds. They particularly want to encourage people who have lived experience of Black and ethnically diverse communities. The organisation will offer an interview to anyone who identifies as a D/deaf or disabled person who meets the essential criteria.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity Director, CEO, Chief Executive, Chief Executive Officer, Senior Director, Theatre Director, Arts Director, Venue Director, General Manager, Venue Supervisor, Creative Arts Director, Operations Manager, Head of Development, Festival Director, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

As our CEO looks to step down in 2025 we are recruiting a dedicated leader, with clear management experience in the Voluntary Sector. Our work is centred around Rural Community Engagement with a particular focus on supporting children, young people and their families, although our venue, The TCR Hub, is open to all. We are looking for a Leader who is dedicated to getting the best for service users, passionate about community support with an eye for commercial and funded opportunities that will continue to sustain and grow our Charity. 

Job description

We are looking for an inspiring, motivated and innovative woman who is driven by feminist values to lead our organisation in the provision of high-quality sexual violence support services and to be a tenacious advocate for women, gender equality and the eradication of sexual violence against women and girls locally and nationally.

Contract
This is a permanent full time role, 37.5 hours per week.

Start date
March 2025 or as agreed with candidate.

Working hours
37.5 Hours per week. Normally these will during normal working hours, but flexible working can be negotiated. On occasion, evening and weekend working may be required.   

Location
This role will be based at the EKRCC premises in Canterbury, but there will be frequent travel to centres across East Kent and occasional travel to London and other parts for meetings or conferences. 

Salary
£46,549 - £50,608 (Depending on Experience)

Annual leave
25 days  annual leave and bank holidays

Staff benefits

3% Pension Contribution

Employee Discounts Scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Feminist Leadership Training

Flexible Working Negotiable

Application deadline – 4pm on Monday 13th January 2025

Interview Day – Friday 17th January 2025 

Lead EPIC Restart Foundation and empower lives to restart positively after gambling harm.

Applications close at: 9 a.m. Monday 13th January 2025

Location: Remote (with occasional UK-wide travel)

About EPIC Restart Foundation

EPIC Restart Foundation is a charity grounded in the lived experience of gambling harm. We deliver transformational programmes that change lives.

Our team collaborates closely with individuals in recovery to create innovative programmes. These empower people across the UK to rebuild their lives following gambling harm. We build awareness of recovery support pathways and work to dismantle the stigma surrounding gambling addiction.

We address a crucial gap in long-term recovery support. Our approach is respected for its empowerment and focus on lived experience. The EPIC Restart Community is an inspiring online network offering community, learning, and connection. Our intensive programmes, Restarting Lives and Woman.Empowered, provide life-changing events, personal development, and recovery coaching.

Our team has grown significantly in recent years. We’ve directly supported over 600 individuals since our pilot launch in May 2021. Additionally, we’ve reached over 20,000 people through online and outreach activities. We’re embarking on a new two-year strategy aimed at becoming a Centre for Excellence in gambling harm recovery. We deliver transformational programmes with measurable impacts and influence stakeholders to increase support for those in recovery.

We currently have a strong financial position, but funding methods are set to change significantly. In 2025, the Government will introduce a statutory levy on gambling operators. Funds will be distributed to commissioners for research, prevention, and treatment grants. This process is still developing, so our path remains uncertain. However, we are optimistic and see growth potential as feedback on our work has been positive.

Who we are looking for

During a period of transformation, we need an experienced leader adept at developing relationships with commissioners. This could stem from the gambling harm sector or other relevant fields like addiction, homelessness, domestic abuse, or mental health.

Our Chief Executive must lead change effectively through ambiguity. Over 70% of our staff and volunteers have a lived connection to gambling harm, so it is vital that you can lead with empathy, kindness, and compassion, particularly during this time of transition.

As the new CEO, you will have:

• Excellent financial and interpersonal skills
• A stellar track record in delivering organisational development and growth
• Experience of significant income generation and robust financial management.
• Strategic vision.

You must be willing to support people in recovery, be sensitive to their needs and be committed to keeping people safe whilst making a difference.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage all individuals to apply, particularly those with a personal connection to gambling harm, though this is not a requirement.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 13th January 2025.

I am excited to be working with a fantastic mental health organisation in search of a freelance Chief Executive Officer. This is a part-time (35 hours a month) remote, freelance opportunity (long term rolling contract), with occasional travel to Oxford. As CEO you will be accountable to the Board of Trustees and responsible for providing leadership, strategic and financial oversight, and team management while upholding the organisation's ethos and culture.

Key Responsibilities:
•  Strategy & Governance: Develop and implement strategy with the Board; ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and ethical frameworks.
•  Financial Oversight: Manage budgets, financial systems, payment approvals, and reporting, ensuring robust financial processes.
•  Team Management: Lead recruitment, induction, and performance management of team members.
•  External Representation: Act as the organisation’s ambassador, fostering relationships to enhance reputation and fundraising efforts.
•  Operations: Oversee policies, complaints process, and organisational compliance with regulations.
•  Project Leadership: Drive initiatives and events to further the organisation’s strategic goals.
This role requires leadership in strategy, financial management, and team development, with a focus on supporting the organisation's mission and community impact.

If you are immediately available (January start), with the above skills and experience, please apply online today, I would love to speak to you about this role!

Can you lead Friends of the Earth in our mission to achieve climate justice?

We are seeking to appoint an Executive Director to lead Friends of the Earth (England, Wales & Northern Ireland) at a crucial domestic and international moment for climate, environmental and social justice.

You will motivate, inspire and build the capacity of a growing and diverse network of people coming together to transform our environment into one which is flourishing, sustainable, and socially just.

You will do this as a passionate and effective advocate for an environment that’s getting better, a safer climate, abundant nature, healthy air, water and food. We work from the grassroots to the global in communities throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland to playing our part in the international network of our sister organisations around the world.

We are looking for someone with established credibility and standing within the environmental and/or social justice sectors, someone able to inspire our activists, staff and allies, and to attract funding and resources to enable our vital work; someone with outstanding strategic vision and organisational leadership as well as a collaborative approach to build and deliver transformative work internally and externally.

With exceptional communication and relationship skills and an empathetic approach, you will inspire and lead our engagement across the political landscape and engage with a widening range of communities. Fostering equity, diversity and inclusion, including our commitment to becoming an anti-racist organization, you will be key to our work in pursuit of a just and sustainable world for all.

CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY 2nd JANUARY 2025 (AT 23.59)

For more information please read the information pack.

HOW TO APPLY AND KEY DATES

Please apply by sending a curriculum vitae, supporting statement and Equality & Diversity form to our recruitment team, details in the Information Pack.

Your supporting statement should be no more than 2 pages of A4 and address the key requirements of the person specification with relevant examples of your experience and outline why you are interested in the post.  Please state if you wish to be considered under Disability Confident.

To ease administration, please combine into a single Word document. Please do not use PDF format.

We are undertaking direct recruitment via this process. Additionally, Oxford HR are assisting us via an executive search process. If you are engaged with that, please continue to route your application via them. All applications will be reviewed jointly.

Key dates: 

Closing date: Thursday 2nd January 2025 (at 23:59)

First stage

1st Interviews:  Wednesday 15th/ Thursday 16th January 2025 (online via Teams meeting) 

Second stage

Meetings with key stakeholders: Wednesday 22nd/ Thursday 23rd January 2025 (online via Teams meetings) This will include meetings with representatives of our Boards, management, staff, Nations and the recognised union (Unite).

2nd Interviews: Wednesday 29th/ Thursday 30th January 2025 (in person at our London office)                                     

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance including a 4-day working week with no loss of pay, excellent learning and development opportunities and a vibrant organisational culture. 

Our staff body is currently under-representative of People of Colour, LGBTQIA+ people and people with long term conditions or impairments. We are committed to eroding these historic barriers, so as to create a movement in which people from all walks of life see themselves in, and so we particularly encourage you to apply if you belong to one of these groups or sit at multiple intersections of disadvantage. We are committed to the Disability Confident standard and will guarantee an interview to any candidates who declare a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the role.

Friends of the Earth staff who publicly represent Friends of the Earth (including all campaigners) are not allowed to also represent a political party. This is to ensure that there can be no confusion in the minds of the public about Friends of the Earth's party-political independence. Affected staff should also seek permission from the Senior Management Team if they wish to hold a non-public facing official role in a political party. If this is an issue, please do raise this with us as soon as possible.

Role details

This is a maternity cover role with a fixed-term contract of twelve months.  

Given the close connection with women who have faced trauma and experienced violence and the faith-based nature of the charity culture, there are Genuine Occupational Requirements (as set out in the Equality Act 2010) for the postholder to be female and actively supportive of the Christian faith.

Please note that this is one of two maternity cover posts currently advertised by Strength & Stem. We are also looking for an Interim Programme Director (maternity cover post).

Role Title: Interim CEO

Reports to:  Chair of Trustees

Background: Leadership, strategy, governance, fundraising, operations.

Hours: 0.5 FTE. This is the equivalent of 2.5 days a week (18.75 hours) but there is mutual flexibility in the structure of how these hours are agreed.  Some attendance at the programme in Kings Cross, London and at evening or weekend meetings will be required.

Salary: £50,000 pro-rata, equating to £25,000 per year for 2.5 days per week (18.75 hours per week). Reasonable programme-related travel expenses will be covered (this does not include accommodation). 

Location: Hybrid working with some travel into London and other locations as required. 

Start date: March 2025.

To see the full job description and person specification, please visit our website and download the Job Description.

About Strength & Stem

Strength & Stem is a charity and social enterprise that uses floristry to help female modern slavery survivors experience restoration and empowerment.

Our core programme, “Flowers for the Future”, is led by a small staff team and runs annually from May to January in Kings Cross London. Over nine months, participants complete vocational floristry training, prevocational and wellbeing skills training, mentorship, and work experience to increase their agency, strengthen relationships and wellbeing, and become prepared for employment. Working with flowers, participants gain valuable skills, build a brighter future, and engage with a therapeutic tool to support their healing from trauma.  

Ultimately, our vision is to see survivors restored from their trauma, empowered for the future, and able to sustain a good quality of life.

Strength and Stem started with a pilot project in 2019, and we are now in our third year of running a programme based on a well-developed theory of change and monitoring and evaluation approach.

We are a values-led and faith-based organisation which welcomes everyone and works hard to live out its values of

• Empowerment
• Restoration
• Inclusivity
• Connection
• Regular Reflection
• Creativity

Role summary

The Interim CEO will be responsible for providing leadership and effective management to achieve the charity's mission and goals. They will oversee all aspects of the organisation, including impact, fundraising, financial management, and stakeholder relations.

As Interim CEO you will be expected to safeguard the charity’s culture and staff wellbeing, ensure the continued delivery and effectiveness of our high-quality programme, and ensure the organisation remains financially fit for the future.

We are looking for a versatile, forward-thinking, and empathetic leader with excellent communication abilities, fundraising expertise, a commitment to support the organisation through its period of growth and change, and a deep dedication to empowering survivors of modern slavery.

How to apply

Please send an up-to-date CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages to the email address outlined in the Job Description.

Please ensure your cover letter references how your skills and experience match the job description.

The application deadline is midnight on Wednesday the 8th of January 2025.

Our client is the UK’s leading membership charity campaigning for gender equality and women’s rights at work, at home and in public life. Our vision is a society in which women and girls in all their diversity are equal and truly free to fulfil their potential creating a stronger, happier, better future for us all. 

Chief Executive Officer 

£75,000 - £80,000 

Hybrid - London-based 

Full-time role, open to flexible working and job-shares 

The charity is superbly placed to be the organisation women can look to, to fearlessly champion their rights.  And we have great foundations to build on. We have upheld many campaign successes, including the first ever complaint of sexism by The Independent Press Standards Organisation, helping put menopause on the political agenda which resulted in new guidance for employers and establishing a new law on sexual harassment through the Workers Protection Act. 

We have a highly influential and engaged board, a great staff team and a committed membership and we are excited to be launching a newly refreshed strategy and brand in the coming months. 

We are now seeking to appoint a new Chief Executive who will bring;

• Demonstrable organisational leadership and management experience with the ability to oversee our finance, governance and HR functions.

• Experience acquiring, building and maintaining strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and funders to drive influence, income and impact. 

• Able to work effectively with, and network across, the main political parties and at every level of government and politics, leading on political engagement and relationships.

• Able to be a passionate advocate for feminism, gender equality and related social policy issues. 

• Able to work with a highly influential board to deliver impactful outcomes. 

For further information, please review our dedicated microsite by clicking 'Apply via Website'.

Recruitment timeline 

Deadline for applications – 7 January 

First interviews with Prospectus – 10 -14 January 

Final interviews with the charity – w/c 20 January 

At Prospectus, we are committed to promoting transparency and fairness in recruitment by showing salaries upfront in all job adverts. This challenges systemic issues, reduces bias, and aligns with campaigns like Show the Salary to create a level playing field for job seekers. 

The club is a high impact, longstanding community-based youth organisation based in West London, currently operating out of seven sites.

Whilst offering traditional youth work activities, we are increasingly focused on educational opportunity and addressing violence and gang culture.  We work with young people who are on the periphery of gangs and criminality, who are at high risk of being groomed and exploited. We also support children who struggle to stay in the classroom to continue in their education. We allow young people to make mistakes, learn and move forward.

The club has implemented a recent operational review, investing in people, programmes, governance and operating structures, that have enhanced our capacity to deliver effectively.

We are establishing a track record of delivering complex, innovative and difficult programmes, to young people, who are often underserved and misunderstood. We believe in second chances.

Chief Executive Officer
Salary circa £70,000
Full time
Hybrid (4 days per week in West London office)  

As the CEO, you will be responsible for helping to deliver life-changing services and activities to support more than 300 young people each year.  You will need to work closely with a highly regarded existing senior leadership team, who have been responsible for developing and delivering our programming and come with a deep knowledge of our community. You will play a pivotal role in the overall leadership and management of the organisation,  and will be responsible for ensuring the seamless operation of the club. Your focus will encompass key areas including: Strategy, HR and Personnel Management, Policy and Governance Implementation, Key Stakeholder Management, Board Communication, Leadership Team Management, and Operations. We also developing further fund-raising strategies, as we approach our 150th anniversary, to enhance our current programming and facilities.

We are seeking candidates with the following:

• Previous experience leading a similar organisation
• Experience overseeing and embedding the operational functions of a similar sized organisation, to ensure robust delivery and regulatory compliance. 
• Strong HR experience and expertise
• Strong communication skills
• Capacity to support our fund-raising team.

Experience working with young people, and/or in a frontline service delivery organisation, working with stakeholders including local authorities, social services, and other agencies, is desirable, but not essential.

Recruitment Timetable

Deadline for applications: Sunday 12th January (midnight) 2025
Interviews with Prospectus: w/c 20th January 2025
Interviews with organisation: 4th or 5th February 2025

How to apply
To apply, please send your CV in the first instance via the Prospectus website.

If you have any queries or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Jane Ray or Sam Bayett at Prospectus.

Chief Executive

£80,000 - £90,000 Per Annum

Minimum 3 days in the office per week

Our client provides support services to families of seriously ill children in London, Surrey and Sussex, partnering with 9 local NHS hospitals who refer families to them following a child’s diagnosis of cancer or a life-challenging condition. Through their family support workers, they work with children, siblings, and parents to understand their individual needs, offering them personally tailored support both in hospital and at home to help them cope more easily, improve their mental wellbeing and access practical help.

As Chief Executive, you will provide exceptional leadership for a driven and passionate organisation to enable them to deliver on their strategic aims.

We are actively seeking candidates with the following:

• Experience of strategic leadership at a senior level
• Experience of increasing and diversifying income
• Strong financial acumen
• Strong ambassadorial skills 
• Experience of working with a children’s / young persons charity is desirable (but not essential)

For further information, please see the dedicated microsite by clicking 'Apply via Website'.

This charity is committed to achieve greater diversity in its Executive Team and Board and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief or disability.

Deadline for applications: Sunday 5th January (midnight) 2025

Interviews with Prospectus: 13th-22nd January 2025

Interviews with the Panel: 27th-29th January 2025

Closing Date: 05 Jan 2025 23:59:59

Chief Executive Officer

Lead with Impact as the new Chief Executive Officer for a leading UK charity that empowers and supports male, non-binary, and trans survivors of sexual violence.

Position: Chief Executive Officer

Salary: £60,000–£70,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Hackney Wick, London (some UK travel required)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week

Closing Date: 09:00, Monday 13 January 2025

About the organisation

The charity exists for men, boys, and non-binary people who have experienced any form of sexual violence, they:

Support – through services such as a helpline, counselling, ISVA, and groupwork.

Challenge – by raising public awareness and dispelling myths.

Build – by creating networks for better access to help.

About the Role

As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide strategic leadership, steer organisational growth, and ensure the charity continues delivering its impactful services. Working with trustees, staff, and service users, you will manage operations, expand partnerships, and develop innovative services.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Delivering organisational strategy, operational plans, and performance targets.
• Leading fundraising efforts, diversifying income streams, and overseeing financial planning.
• Strengthening external relationships, representing the charity at forums, and influencing policy.
• Overseeing high-quality service delivery while driving innovation to meet evolving needs.
• Managing and inspiring a team of 53 dedicated staff members and volunteers.

About You

We are looking for an experienced leader with a passion for driving social change. You will bring strategic thinking, operational expertise, and a commitment to inclusivity.

Some of the key essential skills and experience include:

• Proven success in leading and developing teams and organisations.
• Strategic and operational planning expertise, including financial management.
• Strong experience in external representation and partnership building.
• A background in securing income and managing stakeholder relationships.
• It would be desirable to possess an understanding of the impacts of sexual violence on men, boys and non-binary people, the barriers to support, and the impact of sexual violence on the wider community.

If you think you have the right skills to be successful in this exciting role please provide an up to date CV along with a cover letter specifying how you meet the role criteria.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The organisation especially encourages applications from individuals reflecting the diversity of the communities served, including men, non-binary, Black and Asian, trans, disabled people, and other marginalised groups. Valuing the unique insights from these identities and welcome those with lived experience or strong understanding of the issues our service users face.

They foster an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves. Flexible working arrangements are also offered, including job shares, to support candidates with caregiving or other needs.

If you require adjustments during the recruitment process or have accessibility needs, please let us know.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity Director, Managing Director, Non-Profit Executive, Operations Manager, or Strategic Lead, CEO, Chief Executive, COO, CFO, Operations Director, etc.

If you have any immediate questions about the role, or the recruitment process, please contact the organisation directly.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation, all applications will be processed directly by the organisation.

As Chief Executive Officer you will drive the organisation’s vision and ongoing strategic work in partnership with the Board of Trustees, to ensure the long-term sustainability and success of the organisation. This includes leading the successful operational management and delivery of both the Children’s’ Project Team, Youth Project Team and community engagement. You will have proven substantial leadership experience ideally managing a team within a similar setting Additionally, you will have experience of OSFTED or similar regulatory body regulations, ensuring all staff consistently understand and comply with these obligations. We would also expect a proven track record in securing funding in a difficult financial climate and initiative to diversify and adapt to ensure financial stability. We are looking for a highly self-motivated individual who has an understanding of working in the charity sector, child protection and safeguarding  and relevant legislation and committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

In return we can offer the following benefits:

• Childcare
• Company pension
• 25 days annual leave

Tarner is a registered charity and also OFSTED registered (classified as Good). Please note the successful candidate will be required to have an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: 9am on 13th January 2025

Interviews week commencing: 27th January 2025

Tarner is a registered charity and pursues a policy of equality and diversity. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination.  We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all parts of our local community. All applications are judged on merit.

Chief Executive Officer

This post is restricted to women only, under Schedule 9, part 1, Equality Act 2010

Join Gloucestershire Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre to make a real difference to survivors/victims of sexual violence and abuse, to lead our organisation to ensure we continue to deliver high quality specialist services and work towards ending sexual violence.

You will be passionate about ending violence against women and girls from all communities with significant experience working within a sexual violence or trauma focused service. You will be an inspiring leader, driven by your feminist values to ensure the voice of survivors are central  to everything we  do. You will be skilled and experienced in setting an organisational culture that is values-led, resilient, and people-centred. You will have a proven track record in income generation and sound financial management skills.

As CEO you will work collaboratively with the Board of Trustees to deliver the strategic vision ensuring the financial security and sustainability of the organisation. You will lead delivery and development to demonstrate the impact of our services. Working with internal and external partners and stakeholders you will embed learning and best practice to ensure services are the best they can, collectively ensuring a robust and resilient organisation.

We offer flexible working, monthly external supervision, line management, a generous Employee Assistance Scheme, designated monthly self-care time, annual leave of 27 days per annum plus bank holidays and 6% pension contribution.

We are based just outside of Gloucester in a peaceful rural setting in relaxed offices, offering dedicated space for working with clients and ample parking.

GRASAC is a registered charity that supports anyone who has experienced or who is experiencing rape and/or sexual violence. We provide emotional and practical support to survivors of rape, sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse, including advocacy and support groups. We are proud to support people of all genders and recognise in particular the impact sexual violence has on women and girls.

· Closing date: 12pm Monday 20th January 2025

· 1st round interviews: Monday 10th February 2025

For an application pack please visit our website. Please note CVs will not be considered.

The successful candidate will be a highly experienced fundraiser with a flair for creativity and a proven track record for generating income from a variety of sources. This should include individuals, trusts and foundations and the corporate sector. They will be adept at working independently and confident in leading a small team. The Executive Director will work closely with Michael Grandage and will report to the Board.

This part-time role requires someone with extensive fundraising experience and an understanding of philanthropy. They will have a passion for theatre and performance and a good knowledge of the theatre industry. If you feel that you can help us achieve consistently high levels of income year on year then we would like to hear from you.

BACKGROUND

Theatre director Michael Grandage CBE established MGCfutures as a charity in 2013 with the royalties from his first independent West End season.

Having transitioned mid-career from actor to director Michael is acutely aware of the obstacles and hardships that can prevent creative artists and technicians from achieving their true potential.

Since 2016 the charity’s primary focus has been its innovative bursary programme supporting career development across the theatre industry – from writers, directors and producers to costume designers, theatrical milliners and stage carpenters.

MGCfutures provides vital bridging support for theatre makers who reach a crucial stage in their chosen career.

The current Director, Andrew Broadley, is stepping down to pursue personal projects after seven years in the role. During his time with the charity there have been a total of 141 bursary awards amounting to more than £500,000.

As the programme continues to grow so does the charity’s need for funds.

The new Chair, Lady Lowy Mitchell (appointed in 2023) is committed to increasing the charity’s income and has considerable experience of fundraising and development. She intends to work closely with the incoming Director to achieve a minimum of £150,000 raised year on year.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title: Executive Director

Responsible to: The Board of Trustees

Responsible for: Developing a robust strategy for income generation 

Reporting regularly to the Board ensuring compliance with Charity Commission guidelines

Supervising the work of the Creative Administrator (Job Share)

Key purpose: To work with Michael Grandage and the Board to strategically develop the charity in line with its stated objectives, including but not limited to fundraising, project planning and management, liaison with bursary beneficiaries and governance.

Terms: Currently 2.5 days per week. PAYE or Freelance

Key tasks:

Fundraising

• Drive income generation for the charity 
• Devise and implement campaigns
• Lead and manage fundraising events including but not limited to Gala Performances and Fundraising Dinners
• Liaise and manage relationships with all patrons, donors and funders
• Deliver all reporting required by funding organisations and donors
• Lead on writing applications to Trusts and Foundations as appropriate

Governance, Finance & Business Planning

• Review and develop the charity’s business plan in consultation with Michael Grandage and the Board of Trustees to ensure the charity’s long-term growth, development and sustainability
• Lead on long term financial planning, creating and managing budgets
• Ensure compliance with Companies House, the Charities Commission, HMRC 
• Oversee preparation of the charity’s annual accounts
• Create an annual report which promotes the charity and its work to all external parties including potential funders

MGCfutures Bursary scheme

• Oversee the running of the bursary scheme ensuring the Creative Administrator (job share) delivers the programme as required
• Lead on developing regional relationships to ensure applications are geographically diverse
• Mentor recipients and attend their work, particularly in relation to the bursary award

Press and Communications

• Oversee press relations for the charity, working to raise profile and secure stories, features and photos
• Supervise and direct the Creative Administrator (Job Share)

General

• To keep abreast of all current industry and charity practice, guidelines, responsibilities and duties 
• To implement and adhere to charity statutory policies
• Undertake any other duties deemed reasonable and necessary to assist in the activities of the charity.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Experience 

• A proven track record in raising significant sums from individuals, foundations and corporates
• Experience in stewardship, liaising with donors and keeping them informed 
• Experience of organising fundraising galas and events 
• Experience of working with/reporting to a Board

Essential Skills 

• Engaging written and verbal communication skills 
• Proven ability to work strategically
• Demonstrable experience of Communications and PR 
• Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Desirable Experience 

• Experience of working in a small team
• Experience of running campaigns

Desirable Skills 

• An understanding of the challenges facing freelance creatives in the theatre industry 
• A knowledge of professional career development in the theatre sector