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Job Title: CEO
Salary: Actual salary is £36,000 per year. (FTE £45,000)
Contract/ Hours: 4 days per week / 0.8FTE. The normal working week is 30 hours.
Annual Leave: FTE annual leave entitlement is 23 days pro rata plus public and bank holidays.
Pension: Pension contributions of 5% per month will be paid by NUM and 3% per month will be deducted from salary.
Base/ Location: Must be UK-based. NUM is a national organisation with workspaces in Manchester and Glasgow and CEO will be required to travel throughout the UK and internationally.
About NUM:
National Ugly Mugs (NUM) was established in 2012 as a pilot project of the UK Network of Sex Work Projects. It is now the largest sex worker-serving violence prevention and survivor support service in the UK, with a mandate to ‘end all forms of violence against sex workers.’ All of our services are delivered with, by, and for sex workers and our work is grounded within three principles: 'Sex Workers' First; 'Quality Support'; and 'Learning and Innovation'. We support over 9,800 members, 85% of whom are active adult industry workers, with the remainder comprising a range of frontline practitioners and delivery partners. NUM advocates for the decriminalisation of sex work. To learn more about NUM visit our website: www[dot]nationaluglymugs[dot]org
Role Purpose:
The main purpose of the CEO is to provide inspirational leadership to NUM and ensure long term sustainability through innovation, strategic planning, effective governance, funding, and sound delivery of services. The CEO will take a lead role in the national policy advocacy work NUM carries out to achieve its objectives.
We encourage applications from people with lived experience of sex work.
Documents below contain and a full person specification and the main responsibilities of the role.
How to Apply:
To apply email your CV (no more than 3 pages) and an application covering letter (no more than 2 pages) to admin[at]uglymugs[dot]org[dot] by 5pm on 13th February. Please write CEO Application in your subject line or your application may be lost and not processed.
Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews throughout March. Interviews will include a presentation about your strategic direction, and will likely be followed by a second interview.
Your cover letter should set out why you are interested in the post and demonstrate, with specific examples from your experience and qualifications, how you meet the person specification criteria. Please also include two references (including your current or most recent employer; they will only be contacted after confirming this with you).
For a confidential discussion about the position, you are welcome to talk with long-standing board member Dr Laura Graham, laura.n.graham[at]northumbria[dot]ac[dot]uk.
We are committed to inclusion and equal opportunities in the workplace and we actively encourage applicants of all different ages, genders, social and economic backgrounds, ethnicities, religions and sexual orientations, and from people with and without disabilities. Please contact admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org if you have any access needs regarding applying for this role or attending an interview should you have any access requirements or need any reasonable adjustments to be made. Applications are encouraged from people with sex work community experience. If this experience is shared in applications it will be kept confidential.
To apply email your CV (no more than 3 pages) and an application covering letter (no more than 2 pages) to: admin[at]uglymugs[dot]org by 5pm on 13th February. Please write CEO Application in your subject line or your application may be lost and not processed.
Your cover letter should set out why you are interested in the post and demonstrate, with specific examples from your experience and qualifications, how you meet the person specification criteria. Please also include two references (including your current or most recent employer; they will only be contacted after confirming this with you).
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Why join the UK Sepsis Trust (UKST)? We’ve an exciting opportunity to work for a significant cause and help make a real difference by raising awareness of sepsis.
Sepsis is the immune system’s overreaction to an infection or injury. There are over 245,000 cases each year in the UK and approximately 48,000 deaths – the charity’s overarching aim is to reduce preventable deaths from sepsis. We achieve this by:
- Raising awareness
- Supporting those affected by sepsis
- Educating health professionals
- Lobbying political organisations for better sepsis care
As the Executive Assistant you will provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the CEO and other senior leadership members. You will be a highly organised, detail-orientated individual with exceptional communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining confidentiality. You will play a key role in enabling the effective operation of the charity by assisting in strategic planning, project management, and general administrative duties.
Executive Support:
- Provide administrative support to the CEO, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Schedule and manage appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for senior leadership.
- Prepare and organise meeting materials, including agendas, presentations, and reports.
- Draft, proofread, and edit correspondence, including emails, letters, and reports.
Communication & Coordination:
- Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Coordinate communication between departments and external partners.
- Prepare briefings for the leadership team and follow up on action items.
Event Planning & Logistics:
- Assist in organising and coordinating events, fundraisers, and board meetings.
- Manage logistics for events, including venue selection, supplier coordination, and participant communication.
- Support fundraising efforts by assisting in donor communications and event planning.
Project Management:
- Track key organisational projects and deadlines, providing updates to the CEO.
- Assist in the creation and implementation of strategic plans, ensuring timelines and milestones are met.
- Manage administrative tasks related to ongoing projects
General Administrative Support:
- Maintain filing systems and databases for organisational records and sensitive information.
- Assist with office management duties, such as supplies ordering, technology setup, and facility coordination.
Experience:
- Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar administrative role, preferably within the nonprofit or charity sector.
- Experience supporting senior leadership, including CEOs, Executive Directors, or board members.
- Demonstrated ability to handle complex, sensitive tasks and manage competing priorities.
Skills & Abilities:
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills with attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and presentations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Proficiency in using CRM systems
- Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, and work effectively in a team environment.
- Knowledge of the nonprofit sector and an understanding of the specific challenges and opportunities in the charity space.
Personal Attributes:
- A passion for social change and the mission of the organisation.
- Discretion, professionalism, and a positive, proactive attitude.
- Ability to manage confidential information with integrity.
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced and changing environment.
To apply please provide a copy of your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and why you are suited for the role.
The United Kingdom Sepsis Trust is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, or disability.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.