Director of Operations – The JABBS Foundation for Women and Girls
Location: Hybrid – Birmingham office 3 days per week plus occasional national travel.
Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week).
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank, generous employer pension contribution, learning and development budget.
About the organisation
JABBS is dedicated to building a fairer, more just society for women and girls. Through strategic grant‑making, partnerships and advocacy, the organisation addresses the root causes that draw women into the criminal justice system – from poverty and abuse to health inequalities. Their approach is grounded in collaboration, fostering lasting relationships with those driving change across policy, practice and communities.
About the role
As Director of Operations, you will be the senior operational lead for the organisation, working closely with the CEO and programme leads to deliver strategic, reliable and high‑quality operations.
Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver the Foundation's multi‑year operational workplan.
* Translate strategy into effective, measurable operational delivery.
* Ensure strong governance, including board papers and risk management.
* Oversee budgeting, financial processes, grant‑making systems and compliance.
* Lead HR and people operations, including recruitment and workforce planning.
* Strengthen and maintain policies, systems, and supplier/office management.
About you
You are an experienced operational leader who is strategic, collaborative, pragmatic and exceptionally organised.
Qualifications
* Proven track record of designing and delivering robust operational systems.
* Significant operation leadership experience at a senior level.
* Strong financial literacy and experience managing budgets and audit processes.
* Track record of overseeing or designing grant‑making or funding operations.
* Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Confidence working with trustees, partners and senior leaders.
* Meticulous eye for detail and proactive, problem‑solving approach.
* Authentic commitment to gender equality and JABBS' mission.
Values alignment
Alignment with JABBS values: Justice‑Centred, Integrity‑Driven, Curious, Collaborative, Relational and Determined.
How to apply
Send your CV to Ellen Drummond at Charity People to start the conversation. If your experience aligns with what we're looking for, we’ll be in touch with more information about the structured application process.
Deadline
9 am Friday 5th December.
Stages
First stage: week commencing 12th January. Second stage: week commencing 19th January.
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