Foundation Director (Family Foundation)

Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with a fantastic charity who help young people from minority communities, faith backgrounds, and disadvantaged backgrounds by supporting their education whilst encouraging positive integration into British society. An exciting opportunity exists for a Foundation Director to join the team. As Foundation Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the organisations overall management, direction and growth, leading on broad areas including finance, operations, fundraising and programme development. You will develop and implement the strategic vision and direction of the foundation in collaboration with the Board of Trustees. This is a full-time, permanent role, hybrid working in East London.

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have experience of working with young people and supporting their development. You will have direct experience of working with those from disadvantaged backgrounds including faith backgrounds. Your broader experience of the charity sector will involve budget setting, programme development and fundraising and applying for grants. You will be able to demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and be collegiate in your approach. Your strong communication style will also allow you to manage stakeholders both internally and externally and you will be confident and be persuasive in your approach; being able to work with a board of trustees and senior staff. Please note that we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role who feel like they fit the criteria.

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged