Chief Executive Officer

Are you looking to lead a successful, established charity on the next phase of its growth, supporting isolated and lonely adults? Omega, based in Shrewsbury, aims to reduce loneliness and social isolation through a range of fully safeguarded befriending and support programmes. We currently support over 300 volunteers, working with over 700 clients in 2024.

We are looking for an inspiring leader who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of those suffering from the effects of loneliness or social isolation. The main purposes of the role are:

• To provide strategic leadership, building on a shared vision which will ensure Omega grows to meet the increasing numbers of socially isolated adults
• To lead the operational management of Omega and manage a committed team of part-time staff who work alongside more than 300 volunteers
• To lead the organisation locally and nationally, promoting its mission and values through clear communication at events and through networking
• To take the lead in securing grant funding, supporting a small, established fundraising team, as well as developing and influencing relationships to secure other channels of income
• To develop and expand existing routes to growing our volunteer teams
• To work with the Board to ensure compliance with Omega’s legal, financial and safeguarding responsibilities

Once you click 'Apply via Website', you will be redirected to Omega's Vacancies page; download the recruitment pack for full details about the post and instructions on how to apply.

Final closing date for applications: 5pm Friday 28th February 2025
[Please note that this ad will go offline on 21/02/25]
Candidates may contact outgoing CEO Peter Brophy on for an informal discussion about the role.