Director of Communities & Place: Strategy, Growth & Impact

Charity People; Trafford, Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charitable organization is seeking a strategic leader to shape service innovation and drive income growth. This role includes leading a passionate team, fostering partnerships, and supporting community engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a natural communicator with a strong understanding of local and national policy agendas. This position offers an opportunity to make a real impact in the community. Interested candidates should send their CV to Amelia Lee for further details.

Qualifications

• Natural communicator and connector with a whole-systems mindset.
• Ability to navigate complexity and chart a clear path.
• Experience in the voluntary, public or environmental sectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Shape strategy and service innovation across the directorate.
• Lead a passionate team delivering impactful community services.
• Support workforce development and embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of relevant local, GM and national policy

Strong track record building partnerships

Understanding of community-led approaches

Collaborative coaching style

Passion for place-based working

Job description

A leading charitable organization is seeking a strategic leader to shape service innovation and drive income growth. This role includes leading a passionate team, fostering partnerships, and supporting community engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a natural communicator with a strong understanding of local and national policy agendas. This position offers an opportunity to make a real impact in the community. Interested candidates should send their CV to Amelia Lee for further details.