Interim Chief Executive Officer

VONNE (Voluntary Organisations' Network North East); North Tyneside; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

North Tyneside VODA is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Executive Officer to join us from 23 November 2026, providing clear, hands-on leadership during a period of transition while our Board recruits a substantive Chief Executive.

Working closely with our Chair and Board of Trustees, you will take overall responsibility for the effective day-to-day leadership and management of VODA, maintaining momentum on priorities and ensuring services continue to be delivered effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience as a senior leader in the VCSE sector or public service.
• Ability to step into a CEO role quickly and set priorities.
• Strong financial management and governance track record.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with trustees, staff, partners and funders.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and management.
• Maintain momentum on priorities and services during transition.
• Strengthen relationships with stakeholders and funders; advocate for VCSE sector.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Stakeholder engagement

Governance

Job description

Contract Type: Fixed term

Role Type: Employment

Hours: Full time

Application deadline: Monday, October 26, 2026 - 17:00

Based: North Tyneside

Salary: £49,342 Per Annum

Salary Type: Fixed Salary

Location: Tyne and Wear

Role description: Chief Executive / Director

North Tyneside VODA is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Executive Officer to join us from 23 November 2026, providing clear, visible and hands-on leadership during a period of transition while our Board recruits a substantive Chief Executive.

Working closely with our Chair and Board of Trustees, you will take overall responsibility for the effective day-to-day leadership and management of VODA. You will provide stability and confidence for our staff, trustees and partners, maintain momentum on existing priorities and ensure our services continue to be delivered effectively.

This is a varied and hands-on leadership role with responsibility spanning our people, finances, services, funding, partnerships, governance and organisational risk. You will also maintain VODA’s important role as a trusted advocate for the VCSE sector in North Tyneside, building strong relationships with voluntary and community organisations, public sector partners, funders and commissioners.

We are looking for an experienced senior leader who can step into the role quickly, understand the organisation, establish priorities and build trusted relationships. You will bring strong leadership and financial management experience, sound judgement and the ability to combine strategic oversight with practical involvement. Experience within the VCSE or wider public service environment would be particularly valuable.

This is a North Tyneside-based role requiring a visible and accessible leadership presence. Previous experience as an Interim Chief Executive is desirable but not essential.

• Hours: Full-time
• Salary: £49,342 per annum
• Contract: Fixed term, initially six months
• Deadline for applications: Monday 26 October at 5pm
• Interview date: Thursday 5 November
• Start date: Monday 23 November