Director

Jesuit Missions; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mission and development organisation in Wimbledon is seeking a Director to provide inspirational leadership and manage resources effectively. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in international development and a commitment to Catholic mission values. This role involves building strong partnerships and promoting the organisation's vision. The closing date for applications is 14 December 2025.

Qualifications

• Commitment to mission and evangelisation of the Catholic church.
• Experience in the international development context.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience in the not-for-profit sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspirational leadership to staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Ensure effective resource management and value for money.
• Build strong relationships with donors and partners.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Networking

Advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Jesuit Missions is on the lookout for a Director.

It seeks someone to guide its work with some of the world’s most marginalised communities and help shape a future rooted in justice, faith, and hope.

This is a unique opportunity to lead an internationally respected mission and development organisation, working across global networks to make a lasting impact.

Jesuit Missions is the international mission and development organisation of the Jesuits in Britain.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspirational leadership to staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Ensure effective resource management and value for money across all activities.
• Build strong relationships with donors and partners.
• Advocate for Jesuit Missions’ beneficiaries and contribute to wider discussions.
• Forge strategic alliances with networks in furtherance of the vision and mission.
• Promote a positive organisational culture that reflects Jesuit Missions’ values.

Who you are

You will have:

• A demonstrable commitment to the role of mission and evangelisation of the Catholic church and an understanding of the mission of the Jesuits in Britain.
• Experience of working in the international development context.
• Experience of leadership for at least 3 years, ideally in the not-for-profit sector.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong networking, advocacy, and influencing skills.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and empathetic leadership style.

Please see the full job description here for more details including on how to apply: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:EU:a7f98eed-70d9-4803-97ea-f09e6570c0ec

Closing date for applications: 14 December 2025

For more information about Jesuit Missions visit www.jesuitmissions.org.uk Jesuit Missions, 11 Edge Hill, Wimbledon, London, SW19 4LR

Jesuits in Britain CIO (Reg’d Charity 1207742, SC053495)