Chief Executive Officer / CEO

Job Description Chief Executive Officer / CEOAn exciting leadership opportunity to guide a not-for-profit organisation thats been established for over 40 years, providing strategic direction, operational leadership, and long-term sustainability while supporting disabled and vulnerable people across the local community.If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you:Charity Director, Managing Director, Head of Operations, Director of ServicesSALARY: 38,000 - 42,000 per annum + BenefitsLOCATION: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, East of EnglandJOB TYPE: Full-Time, PermanentJOB OVERVIEWWe have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Chief Executive Officer / CEO to lead an established organisation entering an exciting new chapter. This senior leadership role will focus on strategic development, financial sustainability, and service excellence.As a Chief Executive Officer / CEO, you will work closely with the Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders to strengthen partnerships, secure funding, and ensure the organisation continues to meet the evolving needs of the community.The Chief Executive Officer / CEO will play a pivotal role in governance, compliance, safeguarding, and organisational performance, ensuring services remain impactful, sustainable, and aligned with the organisations mission and values.APPLY TODAYReady to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.DUTIESYour duties as the Chief Executive Officer / CEO include:Strategic Leadership: Develop and deliver the organisations long-term strategic planOperational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure high-quality service deliveryFinancial Oversight: Ensure financial sustainability, budgeting, and effective resource managementPeople Leadership: Lead, support, and inspire staff and volunteers across the organisationStakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, funders, and the wider communityGovernance and Compliance: Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and charitable requirementsSafeguarding Leadership: Act as safeguarding lead and promote best practice across servicesReporting and Accountability: Provide regular progress reports to the Trustee Board and fundersCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSProven leadership experience within the voluntary, public, or private sectorA strong understanding of disability issues and a commitment to equality and inclusionExperience in strategic planning, organisational development, and change managementA background in fundraising, bid writing, and financial managementExperience of reporting performance and outcomes to Boards and fundersExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsStrong time management skills with the ability to meet reporting deadlinesThe ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities and local needsBENEFITSSupportive and inclusive working environment that values diversity and equalityOpportunities for professional development and trainingThe opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the local communityCollaborative team culture with a strong sense of purposeHOW TO APPLYTo be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P14251Full-Time, Permanent Executive and Management Charity Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, East of England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.AWD-IN-SPJJBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-22