Executive Assistant

World Vision; England; Hybrid; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An international children's charity in Milton Keynes seeks an exceptional Executive Assistant (Governance and Executive Assistant Manager) to provide strategic governance management and high-level executive support. The position demands experience in charity governance, excellent attention to detail, and strong communication skills. This hybrid role offers benefits including a supportive culture, pension contributions, and generous holiday allowance while contributing to meaningful work for vulnerable children globally.

Benefits

Flexible working culture

Pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Free parking

Opportunities for faith-based gatherings

Qualifications

• Proven experience providing high-level executive support to senior leaders.
• Understanding of charity governance and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities with ease.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive support to the CEO and Board of Trustees.
• Coordinate board meetings and support trustee development.
• Ensure high standards of governance and compliance.

Skills

High-level executive support

Charity governance knowledge

Exceptional attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication

Relationship building

Sound judgment

Proactive problem-solving

Support for Christian values

Job description

Executive Assistant

Are you an exceptional Executive Assistant with a passion for governance and a heart for making a difference

We are looking for a talented Governance and Executive Assistant Manager to join the dynamic team in Milton Keynes in hybrid working role!

With 75 years of experience, the focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. The organisation helps children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by Christian faith.

Position: Executive Assistant (internally known as Governance and Executive Assistant Manager)

Location: Milton Keynes/Hybrid (3 days per week in the office)

Hours: Full time 36.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £38,500

Closing Date for applications: Tuesday 24th February 2026

About the Role

This is truly a unique and rewarding role that combines the best of both worlds strategic governance management and high-level executive support. You will be working at the very heart of the organisation, supporting the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees whilst ensuring that the highest standards of governance and compliance are maintained.

What makes this role special

You will have the opportunity to work across dimensions of the charity, from coordinating board meetings and supporting trustee development, to providing essential executive assistance to the very busy CEO. Every day will be different, and you will play a vital part in helping achieve the mission of building a better world for the most vulnerable children who the charity serve.

As Governance and Executive Assistant, you will split your time between governance management (40%) and executive support (60%). Serving as the principal point of contact for the Board of Trustees, ensuring they have everything they need to govern effectively.

This role offers a genuine opportunity to develop your career in governance and executive support whilst contributing to something truly meaningful.

Is this you

We are seeking someone who combines governance expertise with outstanding administrative skills. Someone who:

• Has proven experience providing high-level executive support to senior leaders
• Understands charity governance inside out, including trustee responsibilities and regulatory requirements
• Has exceptional attention to detail and can juggle multiple priorities with ease
• Communicates brilliantly both in writing and verbally (including minute-taking)
• Can build strong relationships at all levels, from trustees to external stakeholders
• Exercises sound judgment and handles confidential information with absolute discretion
• Is proactive, solution focused, and brings a calm, professional approach to everything you do
• Has commitment to supporting the Christian ethos and values of our organisation

If you are excited about this opportunity to combine your governance expertise with executive support skills, all whilst supporting a cause that matters, we would love you to hear from you!

Benefits include: a flexible and supportive working culture, pension scheme (with employer contributions), generous holiday allowance, free parking (Milton Keynes office), opportunities for faith-based gatherings, prayer, and devotionals and a welcoming, purpose-driven team who are passionate about making a difference.

About the Organisation

Join an international children s charity working with children, their communities, and with supporters and partners, in almost 100 countries. Through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy the organisation has helped bring lasting change to millions of children, over more than 60 years. As a Christian charity, everything is motivated by faith as we strive to reflect God s unconditional love.

An offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records check.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in the workforce. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community. The organisation also operates flexible working policies and practices. As a Disability committed employer we encourage qualified individuals with a disability to apply and request a reasonable adjustment if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.

You may also have experience in areas such EA, PA, Executive Assistant, Office Manager, Governance Officer, Governance Manager, Governance and Admin Manager, Governance and EA, Executive Assistant Governance, Board Secretary, Secretary, Trustee EA, EA to CEO, EA to the Board.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.