Safeguarding Manager

We are delighted to be partnering with Church Mission Society (CMS), who have spent over 200 years following Jesus' example, reaching those on the edges – of the church, society, and even our own comfort zones. Today, CMS support close to 200 people in mission across 37 countries, empowering communities and transforming lives through the love of Jesus.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Safeguarding Manager to lead CMS’ safeguarding efforts both in the UK and internationally. This is a critical role, helping to ensure the safety and protection of all those involved in their mission.

Your key responsibilities will be to: 

• Lead the development, implementation, and updating of comprehensive safeguarding policies and procedures for CMS, ensuring compliance across the UK and international missions.
• Manage investigations, ensure effective case management systems, and collaborate with external bodies.
• Deliver, review, and enhance safeguarding training for staff, volunteers, trustees, and international partners.
• Work closely with sister CMS organisations, statutory agencies, and other key stakeholders to ensure best practices are upheld.

You will be part of a charity where prayer is at the heart of what they do.  If you are an excellent communicator, target driven and goal focused, and a team player who can inspire and motivate others then we want to hear from you.  

If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Adam Stacey, Managing Director at Charisma Charity Recruitment.

Applications should please be submitted through the Charisma website, to include your CV and supporting statement. Please see candidate pack for full details. 

All applicants must be wholeheartedly committed to the aims, ethos, and values of Church Mission Society. This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian, under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

Closing date: 21 October 2024
First stage interviews with CMS: w/c 4 November 2024

A note from Charisma
Don’t feel like you meet all the requirements?  We’d still love to chat, as we’re a people first recruitment partner.  We specialise in charity recruitment, with over 22 years working as a consultancy who support inspiring professionals find the perfect roles in transformational organisations.  

If you have transferable skills and suitable experience, then please don’t feel put off from applying for the role or giving us a call