Chief Executive Officer

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Are you looking for a new leadership role with the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of local people?

About Us

Chippenham Borough Lands Charity is a funder and landowner with a long history in supporting our local community. We support local people and organisations in welfare, education, arts and community projects and our strategic priorities for the coming three years are focussed on responding to the cost-of-living crisis while building for the future through our stated mission of improving the welfare and wellbeing of our community through grants, guidance & great places.

With a small and dedicated staff team of six, we are proud of what our charity achieves – in the past year alone, we have completed the construction of an innovative climbing centre, skatepark and play area, whilst also awarding a bumper round of grants to individuals, families and groups in the run up to Christmas. We certainly don’t stand still – and we’re excited about our future. That’s where you come in.

About The Role

We are now looking for a Chief Executive to lead our charity towards its goals and objectives.

The CEO will be responsible for leading and managing the staff team, continuing the development and implementation of CBLC’s strategic and operational plans; ensuring strong financial control alongside supporting and advising on good governance across the charity.

You may have existing CEO-level experience, or be a senior manager within a not-for-profit organisation with the desire, vision and talents to step up. Ideally educated to degree level (or equivalent), we are looking for someone to bring the following skills, approach and experience:

Experience:

Essential
* Proven experience of working as a charity or non-profit CEO, or at a senior level within a charity
* Change management skills
* Experience of leading and managing a team
* Ability to write and exhibit clear reports and presentations
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to prioritise and delegate work
* Experience of managing the finances of a charity and developing budgets
* Robust approach to governance, controls and implementation of new processes
Desirable
* Land management and maintenance
* Grant making charity operations and budgeting

Skills, Knowledge & Approach:
* Knowledge of the legal and administrative requirements involved in running a charity
* Strong leadership skills
* Highly organised and personally effective
* Strategic and analytic thinker
* Ability to streamline working practices using knowledge of IT and business systems.
* Positive, pro-active and dynamic
* Ambition for improvement
* Confident and assertive
* Decisive with ability to make tough decisions
* Goal oriented and a problem solver
* Inclusive and flexible with a proactive approach to leadership
* Positive approach to diversity and inclusion
* Empathy for vulnerable people
* Community Networking skills

CBLC values diversity. Being inclusive and improving access to opportunities are core to our purpose and to how we build our team. We believe our work will be stronger with greater diversity and welcome applications from those who bring balance to our organisation. CBLC welcomes the whole person to work, and we value the unique experiences, backgrounds and perspectives which each of us bring to our work. If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements or flexibility for the recruitment process or the role, please let us know.

This is advertised as a full-time position based in Chippenham, Wiltshire with a salary in the region of £55,000 depending on experience.

We will consider applications from individuals looking to work flexibly, with a minimum requirement of 4 days (30 hours) per week. Whilst some work can be completed remotely, trustees would expect the postholder to be in the office at least 3 days per week after a period of onsite induction and familiarisation.

For further information, please visit our website news where you can download a recruitment pack.

Recruitment Process:
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum two sides) which addresses the person specification and outlines what attracts you to the role and why you are a strong candidate by 26th June 2023.

Successful applicants will be invited to an initial round of online interviews in the week commencing 3rd July 2023. Final interviews will take place at our Chippenham offices in the week commencing 17th July 2023

CBLC is committed to safeguarding and protecting the adults and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and a safe working environment, which are available to you on request.

Thank you for your interest. We look forward to receiving your application.