Chief Executive Officer

Citizens Advice in East Dorset and Purbeck; England; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A local advice charity in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced leader to guide the organization through its next stage of development. The ideal candidate will inspire staff and volunteers and engage with stakeholders to secure necessary funding while ensuring high-quality service delivery. This role is crucial in navigating future challenges and improving community service.

Qualifications

• Inspiring leadership qualities to guide the organization.
• Proven ability to engage staff and volunteers effectively.
• Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization through its next stage of development.
• Engage with staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders.
• Secure new funding streams to maintain high service delivery.

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an inspiring, approachable, and experienced person to lead the organisation through its next stage of development. In the last four years, Citizens Advice in East Dorset and Purbeck have come together, managed the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic and the impact this had on the delivery of services; faced the increase in demand for our services through the cost-of-living crisis, as well as working with two other Local Citizens Advice (LCAs) in the Dorset Council area to deliver the Dorset Council Advice contract.

Role and approach

This is an outstanding opportunity for the right person to play a key role in shaping the future direction and success of Citizens Advice in East Dorset & Purbeck. You will need to be highly motivated, committed to making a difference and have the ability to take your staff and volunteers with you as together you face the challenges of the future.

Leadership and Delivery

With the Trustee Board, you’ll be leading the development and delivery of the way forward for the service in the future. You will need to engage staff, volunteers and external stakeholders, while continuing to secure new funding streams to ensure that the high level of service delivery is maintained. You’ll be a strong supporter for equality, diversity and inclusion for our clients, staff and volunteers.

Application

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