Chief Executive Officer - Chiltern Foodbank

Chiltern Foodbank; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead strategic directions and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in the charity sector, strong strategic thinking, and exceptional communication skills. This position provides the opportunity to make a substantial difference in the local community and lead a passionate team towards achieving meaningful goals.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience at a senior level, ideally within charity/nonprofit sector.
• Strong strategic thinking and financial acumen.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of the charity's strategic plan.
• Ensure high operational standards and compliance with the Trussell licence model.
• Build strong relationships with partners and the wider community.
• Inspire and empower a talented team to achieve organisational goals.
• Act as a compelling ambassador for the charity's work.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Commitment to social impact

Job description

Chiltern Foodbank is a dynamic nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating hunger within the Chiltern area. With a proud history of driving social change and a passionate team behind us, including over 80 volunteers, we re now seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead us into our next phase of development.

The charity was founded fourteen years ago by local churches and community groups in Chesham. Over time, thanks to volunteers and partners, the Charity has extended its coverage and now has distribution centres in Chesham, Wendover, Prestwood and Chalfont St. Peter.

The Role

As CEO, you will be the driving force behind our strategic direction, operational excellence, and public profile. You ll work closely with the Board of Trustees, to ensure that our mission is delivered with integrity, innovation, and measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and execution of the charity s strategic plan
• Ensuring high operational standards and compliance with the Trussell licence model.
• Building strong relationships with partners and the wider community
• Inspiring and empowering a talented team (including two part-time staff and a large team of volunteers) to achieve organisational goals
• Acting as a compelling ambassador for the charity s work and values to the wider community

What We re Looking For

We are looking for proven leadership experience at a senior level, ideally within the charity or nonprofit sector. The ideal applicant will have strong strategic thinking and financial acumen, exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, a deep commitment to social impact within the local community as well as experience of working with Boards and navigating governance structures.

Why Join Us?

This role provides an opportunity to

Make a tangible difference to people s lives within the local community.

• Lead a passionate team of staff and volunteers
• Shape the future of a respected charity
• Enjoy a supportive, inclusive, and values-driven culture