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Devon in Sight (The Devon County Association for the Blind) was established in 1925 and has a long history of serving people who are blind and partially sighted and their families in Devon.
Our aim is to support people on their sight loss journey by focusing on our four key service areas: Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG), Independent Living, Health & Wellbeing, and Influencing Change.
As our long‑standing Chief Executive Officer prepares for retirement, we are seeking an experienced senior manager to take over the leadership of this dynamic and innovative charity.
The Chief Executive Officer will be based at the charity’s head office in Splatford, Exeter and will be responsible to the Board of Trustees, representing, promoting, and supporting the charity while ensuring the smooth running of all operational aspects and future growth.
Job Type: Permanent, full‑time (37 hours per week).
Base pay range
Salary: £46,500 per year.
Location: Unit 3, Splatford Barton, Kennford, Exeter EX6 7XY.
Other Benefits
* Annual Leave entitlement is 25 days per annum plus statutory bank holidays, with additional leave days awarded after 2, 5, and 10 years of service.
* Flexible, remote working can be negotiated.
* A pension scheme that includes a 3% employer contribution with an option to join a Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
* A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
* A nominated free car parking space at our current premises.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategy & Governance: Developing and implementing the charity’s vision, mission, values, and strategic priorities in partnership with the Trustees.
* Operational Leadership: Overseeing service delivery, maintaining Matrix Standard Accreditation, and monitoring services to ensure they meet high standards.
* Financial & Fundraising: Managing budgets, maintaining compliance, and leading fundraising strategies (Individual Trusts & Grants, Legacies, Community and Corporate Fundraising, and Legacy management).
* Compliance & Risk: Ensuring adherence to statutory, legal (GDPR, Charities Act, Companies Act), and safeguarding requirements.
* Partnerships & Advocacy: Acting as the voice of blind and partially sighted people in Devon, building relationships with stakeholders across Health & Social Care and the Third Sector.
* People Management: HR, recruitment, and support of staff and volunteers.
How to Apply
If you are a supportive and proactive leader, passionate about making a real difference to the lives of people affected by sight loss across Devon, we want to hear from you!
For a full application pack and to apply, please click the Apply button shown to be taken to our website.
Closing Date for Applications: Noon on Friday 2nd January 2026.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 15th and Friday 16th January 2026, in person, at the Devon in Sight Head Office in Kennford, Exeter.
Other organisations may refer to this role as Chief Executive, Charity Chief Executive, Managing Director, MD, Charity Director, Chief Operating Officer, or Director of Operations.
Seniority level
* Executive
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Business Development and Sales
* Business Consulting and Services
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