Chief Executive Officer

NFP PEOPLE; Baildon; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A health support charity in the UK is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to shape its strategy and vision during a transformative period. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in leading charity organizations, financial management, and strategic planning. This role requires excellent communication and the ability to drive income generation while ensuring compliance with regulations. The position involves full-time hours with a salary starting at £45,000, based in Shipley with regional travel.

Qualifications

• Experience of successfully leading and growing a charity or similar organisation.
• Strong track record in strategic planning, governance and financial management.
• Ability to inspire teams, build partnerships and represent the organisation externally.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and delivery of the charity’s strategy and vision.
• Driving income generation across diverse fundraising streams.
• Overseeing financial planning, reporting and governance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Fundraising expertise

Excellent communication

Education

Degree-level management qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Chief Executive Officer

We are seeking an inspiring and strategic leader to guide a well-established health support charity through its next stage of growth and transformation.

Position: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Shipley-based, with regular travel across Bradford and Craven District
Salary: £45,000+ depending on experience
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Tuesday 30th September
Interview Date: Bradford, date to be confirmed

About the Role

This is a pivotal opportunity to shape the future of a respected local health charity. The organisation is moving towards a more personalised and outreach-focused model of care, and we are looking for a CEO who can combine empathy with business acumen to drive that change.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and delivery of the charity’s strategy and vision
• Driving income generation across diverse fundraising streams
• Overseeing financial planning, reporting and governance
• Supporting, developing and motivating staff and volunteers
• Building strong external partnerships and raising the organisation’s profile
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, data protection and charity regulations
• Acting as the charity’s public face and spokesperson

About You

We are looking for a confident and credible leader with:

• Experience of successfully leading and growing a charity or similar organisation
• A strong track record in strategic planning, governance and financial management
• Expertise in fundraising across trusts, foundations, corporate partnerships and community giving
• The ability to inspire teams, build partnerships and represent the organisation externally
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach

A genuine empathy with the challenges faced by people living with or affected by serious illness A degree-level management qualification or equivalent experience is desirable. Use of a car and flexibility to travel within the region will be important for the role.

About the Organisation

For over 35 years, this Yorkshire-based charity has provided vital practical and emotional support to people living with or affected by serious illness and their families. Rooted in the community, the charity is now evolving to ensure its services remain accessible, relevant and impactful. This is a chance to join at a transformative moment and help shape its future direction.

Other roles you may have experience of could include; Charity Director, Managing Director, Operations Director, Head of Services, Fundraising Director, Chief Operating Officer, Programme Director, Senior Charity Leader

How to Apply

To apply, please send a CV and a statement (no longer than 2 pages) outlining why you are the right person for this role.

Safeguarding Statement

This charity is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals who participate in its programmes and of all staff and volunteers. Successful candidates will be required to carry out a disclosure and barring check.

Equal Opportunities and Diversity Statement

The organisation is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.

Data Protection Statement

For information about how your data is used as part of the recruitment process, please contact us.