Director of Regional Engagement

Spinal Injuries Association; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

6% employer pension contribution

Healthcare cash plan

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee volunteer days

Discounted gym membership

Ongoing investment in learning and dev

Job summary

Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) invites applications for a Director of Regional Engagement. Reporting to the CEO, you will lead regional strategy, partnerships, and people leadership across the UK, shaping how communities access support and volunteer networks.

You will drive transformation, expand the national network of regional partnerships and ensure measurable reach and impact. The role sits on the Executive Team and offers a values-driven, collaborative culture with a commitment to

Qualifications

• Significant experience of strategic leadership within the voluntary, public or related sectors.
• Proven ability to lead organisational change and service development.
• Experience working with boards, trustees or senior governance bodies.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of SIA's regional engagement strategy and operating model.
• Drive organisational transformation and a culture of collaboration and impact.
• Grow strategic partnerships with charities, NHS organisations and service providers.
• Expand the network of community groups, volunteers and local advocates.
• Provide strategic leadership as a member of the Executive Team.
• Oversee the People function, workforce planning and leadership development.
• Ensure regional presence delivers measurable improvements in reach, engagement and impact.

Job description

Director of Regional Engagement, Reporting to the CEO, you will lead a diverse portfolio encompassing regional support services, volunteering, partnerships, community development and people leadership. This is not a role focused solely on maintaining existing services. You will help design and implement the next stage of SIA's regional engagement model, influencing how we work with communities, partner organisations and volunteers across the UK. You will:

• Lead the development and implementation of SIA's regional engagement strategy and operating model.
• Drive organisational transformation, helping embed new ways of working and a culture of collaboration, empowerment and impact.
• Grow and strengthen strategic partnerships with charities, NHS organisations, service providers and other key stakeholders.
• Expand and develop our network of community groups, volunteers and local advocates.
• Provide strategic leadership and organisational direction as a member of the Executive Team.
• Oversee the People function, supporting workforce planning, leadership development, organisational capability and cultural growth.
• Ensure SIA's regional presence delivers measurable improvements in reach, engagement and impact.

Are you an experienced strategic leader who thrives on leading change, building partnerships and creating lasting impact? We're looking for an inspiring and credible senior leader with the vision, resilience and influence to lead change at scale. You will bring:

• Significant experience of strategic leadership within the voluntary, public or related sectors.
• A strong track record of delivering organisational change, transformation and service development.
• Experience of working through partnerships, volunteer networks, community organisations or geographically dispersed teams.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with boards, trustees or senior governance bodies.
• A proven ability to translate strategic vision into operational delivery and measurable outcomes.
• A collaborative leadership style that enables individuals, teams and communities to thrive.

At Spinal Injuries Association (SIA), we're entering an ambitious new phase of our Strategy 2030 journey. As a member of our Executive Team, our new Director of Regional Engagement will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the organisation and transforming how we support people affected by spinal cord injury across the UK.

This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the most significant developments in SIA's recent history. Over the coming years, we will continue our transition towards a stronger, regionally led model that expands our reach, deepens local connections and ensures more people can access the support, opportunities and community they need to flourish. Working alongside the CEO and Executive Team, you will help shape organisational strategy, culture and delivery, while leading the development of a sustainable national network of regional partnerships, volunteers, community groups and support services. If you're excited by the prospect of building something that will leave a lasting legacy for people affected by spinal cord injury, we'd love to hear from you.

Most importantly, you'll be a values-driven leader who shares our commitment to empowering people, strengthening communities and improving the lives of those affected by spinal cord injury.

Why join SIA?

This is an opportunity to join an ambitious organisation at a defining point in its journey. You'll have the chance to shape strategy, influence culture and lead a transformation that will have a lasting impact on individuals, families and communities across the UK.

Alongside a rewarding and meaningful role, we offer:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Healthcare cash plan
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee volunteer days
• Discounted gym membership
• Ongoing investment in learning and development
• Free parking at SIA House

Join us Help create a future where everyone affected by spinal cord injury has access to the support, opportunities and connections they need to live fulfilled, independent lives.

At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status.