Interim Charity Manager

Interim Charity Manager (Senior Operations / COO-level)Bedford (hybrid) Part-time (23 days per week)Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.300400 per day 23 month contractWere supporting a small, well-established charity delivering vital services to older people experiencing loneliness and social isolation.Following a period of significant change, the organisation is seeking an experienced interim to step in quickly, provide stability and keep services running smoothly during a short-term transition.This is a hands-on leadership role, reporting to the Board, where youll balance operational delivery with senior oversight.What youll be doingSteadying day-to-day operations during a period of changeSupporting a small team of staff and volunteersMaintaining relationships with funders, partners and care providersOverseeing delivery of volunteer-led servicesEnsuring fundraising activity and grant commitments stay on trackWorking closely with Trustees to manage priorities, risks and performanceAbout youThis role would suit an experienced:Charity Manager / Operations Manager / Head of Operations / COO / small charity CEOYoull bring:Experience working in a small charity or community organisationA hands-on, sleeves-rolled-up approachConfidence working with Boards and external stakeholdersExperience across operations, service delivery and ideally fundraisingThe ability to quickly build trust and provide calm, credible leadershipWhy this role?This is a great opportunity to step into a meaningful organisation at a pivotal moment where your impact will be immediate and genuinely valued. xjdpvnf About Charity RecruitAt Charity Recruit, we specialise exclusively in the not-for-profit sector, supporting charities to secure high-quality interim and permanent talent. We understand the pressures charities face and pride ourselves on delivering candidates who can make an impact from day one.

Created: 2026-04-03