Chief Executive Officer, BS3 Community Development
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South Bristol
£60,000
£65,000 + Benefits
Full-time role -Flexible Working Supported
Are you ready to lead one of Bristols most vibrant and impactful community charities into its next chapter?
BS3 Community Development is seeking a dynamic, empathetic and visionary Chief Executive to build on over 30 years of grassroots impact. They have two thriving centres; the Southville Centre and the Chessel Centre, and deliver inclusive, intergenerational services that support wellbeing, connection and opportunity across the BS3 postcode.
As the current CEO prepares to retire in 2026, theyre looking for a strategic leader who can inspire trust, champion innovation, and guide their passionate teams through both continuity and change. Youll work alongside dedicated trustees, staff and volunteers to shape their future from early years education and social prescribing to food justice, digital inclusion and community care.
Your leadership will:
Drive strategic vision and ensure operational excellence
Foster inclusive culture and collaborative decision-making
Champion community voice and grassroots partnerships
Ensure financial resilience and good governance
Represent BS3 as a trusted ambassador across Bristol and beyond
Youll bring:
Senior leadership experience in the charity or third sector
A track record of meaningful community engagement
Strategic clarity, emotional intelligence and resilience
Strong financial acumen and inclusive cultural leadership
Based in their South Bristol office (BS3), with flexible working supported.
Benefits include 31 days holiday (incl. Bank Holidays), pension scheme, subsidised under-fives childcare, and an employee assistance programme.
Closing date to apply by midnight Sunday 23rd November 2025
Preliminary interviews: w/c 24th November
Final interviews: mid-December
For further details and to apply please contact to Sandy Hinks Head of Charity Practice quoting Ref: MC2647
Moon Charity Practice is proud to partner with BS3 Community Development on this appointment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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