Chief Executive Officer

East London based charity Ascension Community Trust (ACT) is recruiting a new CEO to lead the next stage of development of this much-loved community organisation. Based in Custom House in Newham, our next CEO will work with the trustees, staff team, volunteers and local community to support the continued success of Ascension Community Trust, delivering its vision, mission and values. Our current focus is on better health, improved education and less poverty amongst residents of our community.  Our range of services includes foodbank and advice service, youth and afterschool clubs and much more, supporting all members of the community including families, older people and adults with complex needs. With an existing strong foundation of impactful services to build upon, there is so much potential for the next CEO to achieve future growth.  

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Management of Staff and Volunteers
• Organisational planning and development
• Developing relationships with other community partners
• Oversight of fundraising and financial management, with staff team
• Oversight of marketing and communications, with staff team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years' experience in a senior management position within a charity or community organisation
• Leadership and management skills essential
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including networking
• Experience of writing grants and reports desirable