Chief Executive Officer

Emmaus Leicestershire & Rutland; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Emmaus Leicestershire & Rutland is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead the homelessness charity as it enters a new phase. You’ll work with the Board to provide strategic leadership and oversee day-to-day management.

You’ll shape our strategy, strengthen the retail operation, and build partnerships to secure a financially sustainable organisation that can help more people rebuild their lives after homelessness.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership while overseeing the day-to-day management of the charity.
• Lead development of future strategy and strengthen retail operation.
• Build partnerships with funders and stakeholders to secure financial sustainability.

Job description

Chief Executive Officer - homelessness charity Emmaus Leicestershire & Rutland

Hours: 21–28 hours per week

Reporting to: Board of Trustees

This is a unique opportunity to lead homelessness charity Emmaus Leicestershire & Rutland as we enter an exciting new phase.

For more than a decade, we’ve supported people rebuilding their lives after homelessness through accommodation, tailored support, training and work experience. Following a period of change, we’re now building a stronger and more sustainable future, creating an exciting opportunity for a new Chief Executive Officer to help shape the charity’s next chapter.

About the role

Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you’ll provide strategic leadership while overseeing the day-to-day management of the charity. You’ll lead the development of our future strategy, strengthen our retail operation, build partnerships with funders and stakeholders, and help develop a financially sustainable organisation that can support more people rebuilding their lives after homelessness.

About you

We’re looking for an inspiring and collaborative leader with senior leadership experience, strong commercial and financial awareness, and the ability to build effective partnerships. Experience within the charity, housing, social care or public sector would be welcomed, alongside a genuine commitment to supporting people experiencing homelessness.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of an established local charity and make a lasting contribution to the communities we serve.