Chief Executive Officer

NFP People on behalf of Over the Wall Camp; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic children's charity is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead transformational growth. The role involves strategic leadership, expanding services, and driving fundraising efforts as OTWC prepares to launch its new headquarters in Derbyshire, enhancing its impact on children with serious illness.

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in the charity or mission-driven sector.
• Strong track record in fundraising and income generation.
• Experience managing organizational change and strategic development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Ockbrook capital development.
• Build a new commercial offering for site utilization.
• Grow voluntary and major donor income alongside fundraising team.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Organisational Development

Strategic Planning

Financial Acumen

Job description

Chief Executive Officer

Are you an ambitious, mission-driven leader ready to guide a pioneering children’s charity through transformational growth?

Position: Chief Executive Officer
Salary: £75,000–£95,000 per annum
Location: Ockbrook, Derbyshire (with some UK travel)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Closing Date: Monday 14 July 2025
Final Interviews: Thursday 18 September 2025

About the Role

Over The Wall Camp (OTWC) is a national children’s charity providing life-changing residential and online experiences for children with serious illness and their families. We’re at a pivotal moment in our journey as we prepare to open our new permanent camp and headquarters in Ockbrook, Derbyshire in 2026, a move that will double our reach and deepen our impact.

As our next Chief Executive, you’ll lead the charity through this exciting period of transition and growth. Working closely with our dedicated board, senior leadership team, and growing supporter base, you’ll drive strategy, expand services, and increase income from voluntary, capital, and commercial streams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of our Ockbrook capital development and future phases
• Build our new commercial offering to maximise use of our site
• Grow voluntary and major donor income alongside a strong fundraising team
• Inspire and lead a dedicated team of 40+ staff and 250 volunteers
• Act as a compelling ambassador for the organisation across the sector

About You

We’re looking for a confident, inclusive, and purpose-driven leader with:

• Proven senior leadership experience in the charity or mission-driven sector
• A strong track record in fundraising and income generation (including capital and commercial income)
• Experience of managing organisational change and strategic development
• Financial acumen and governance awareness at board level
• A deep commitment to improving the lives of children and families affected by serious illness

About Over The Wall Camp

OTWC has been supporting children with serious illness and their families for over 25 years. As the UK’s member of the global SeriousFun Children’s Network founded by actor Paul Newman, we deliver inclusive, and transformational camp experiences. With a new permanent home in Derbyshire, our future is full of promise.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented or marginalised groups.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Chief Operating Officer, Managing Director, Director of Programmes, Director of Fundraising, Director of Strategy, Charity Director, Executive Director, Head of Operations, Capital Projects Lead, Commercial Director, or Director of Business Development.