Charity Manager

Seeking a Charity Manager (internally known as CEO).

Organisation: Twinkleboost is a small registered charity dedicated to equipping families from socioeconomically deprived backgrounds and children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) with the skills they need to support their child’s communication development, so they can have better outcomes in life. We deliver free speech and language sessions for families, led by Speech and Language Therapy Assistants and overseen by a Speech and Language Therapist.

Staffing: Twinkleboost operates with a lean team consisting of only two part-time employees, including the CEO, and a small group of freelancers who support various aspects of our programmes and operations.

Location: The role is primarily remote, with occasional travel to Manchester as and when required (no more than once a month).

Mission: After nearly a decade of operation, Twinkleboost seeks a CEO capable of leading the organisation into its next phase of development. The CEO will excel in income generation, strategic implementation, working within a small team, and meeting legal and statutory requirements of a CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation).

Reporting: The CEO reports directly to the board and holds overall responsibility for executing the board’s strategic plan annually. They ensure the continuation of our mission to empower families in socioeconomically deprived areas, including families of children under 5 and those with SEND, overseeing beneficiary support.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Implementation:

• Develop and implement the board’s strategic plan for income generation, with a focus on increasing traded income through courses and revitalising the existing franchising programme to expand revenue opportunities.

Funding Application Development:

• Lead the development and submission of funding applications for both existing and new grants, securing essential resources to support our key services and organisational goals. Twinkleboost currently benefits from a stable funding base, including a recent 3-year grant from Reaching Communities and secured funding for 2 additional years from BBC Children in Need.

Grant Management and Compliance:

• Manage all aspects of grants using our established grant management system, ensuring rigorous adherence to compliance standards and budgetary guidelines.

Social Impact Reporting:

• Lead social impact reporting efforts, ensuring that outcomes and impacts are effectively measured, reported, and communicated to stakeholders.

Operational Leadership:

• Provide overall leadership and direction to Twinkleboost, ensuring alignment with the organisation's mission, values, and strategic objectives.

• Oversee day-to-day operations, including staff management, contractor relationships, and volunteer engagement.

External Relations and Advocacy:

• Represent Twinkleboost externally with stakeholders, including funders, government agencies, community organisations, and the media.

• Advocate for the organisation's mission and initiatives, building relationships and partnerships to support growth and sustainability.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in income generation and strategic leadership within either a non-profit or charity setting or in the private sector.

• Strong financial acumen with experience in budget management and grant oversight.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with diverse stakeholders.

• Ability to innovate and drive organisational growth while maintaining alignment with mission and values.

• Commitment to promoting social impact and community welfare.

• Willingness to travel to Manchester as and when required (no more than once a month).