Chief Executive Officer
Salary: £55,000–£60,000 FTE (pro rate, DOE).
Location: Holloway, London (hybrid working).
Hours: 0.8 (some flexibility).
Contract: Permanent.
Closing date: 26th June 2026.
About The Role
We are seeking an inspiring, values‑driven Chief Executive Officer to lead a trusted women’s charity into its next chapter, strengthening impact, income and community influence.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a well established, community‑rooted women’s organisation with over 40 years of history. As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight and external representation, working closely with a committed Board of Trustees. You will balance long‑term strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery, ensuring the organisation remains financially sustainable, well governed and responsive to the women it supports.
Key Responsibilities
* Developing and delivering a clear organisational strategy aligned to the charity’s mission and values
* Leading, motivating and supporting a small, dedicated team
* Ensuring strong governance, safeguarding, compliance and operational systems
* Support high quality, person‑centred service delivery and impact through strategic oversight and delegation.
* Leading income generation across trusts, foundations, corporates, earned income and individual giving also including pitching to major donors and relationship building with communities
* Managing budgets, financial planning and organisational resources
* Acting as an ambassador and advocate, building partnerships across local VCS and local authorities
* Raising the organisation’s profile, influence and reach locally and beyond
About You
You will be a confident, emotionally intelligent leader with senior level experience in the charity, community or related sectors. You are values led, collaborative and motivated by social justice, with the ability to inspire others and lead effectively through complexity.
You Will Bring
* Proven experience of strategic leadership, organisational development and growth
* A strong track record of fundraising and financial management
* Experience of working effectively with a Board of Trustees
* Excellent communication, influencing and partnership building skills
* A genuine commitment to equality, inclusion and supporting marginalised communities
* The ability to thrive in a small organisation, balancing strategy with delivery
Experience in community services, welfare advice or working with women facing multiple disadvantage is welcomed but not essential.
About The Organisation
The charity is a women only organisation based in North London with more than 40 years of history. It was established by women supporting one another through hardship and isolation and has since evolved to serve a diverse range of communities across London.
Today, the organisation supports women facing poverty, insecure immigration status, domestic abuse, ill health and social exclusion. It provides a safe, welcoming space where women are listened to, supported and empowered to improve their wellbeing and independence.
This is a women only role under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. DBS and right to work checks will apply.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Director, Managing Director, Executive Director, Charity Director, Head of Operations, Head of Services, Director of Communities, Director of Programmes, Deputy CEO, Strategic Lead.
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