Join us in making a meaningful impact across Welsh communities. The Gwendoline and Margaret Davies Charity is seeking an experienced and passionate Director to lead our grant-giving work, supporting community, youth and arts organisations throughout Wales. Rooted in Mid Wales with historic ties to Gregynog and the Davies family, we're looking for someone who shares our commitment to directing funds where they can make the greatest difference. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of charitable giving in Wales while working with a supportive board of trustees. What You'll Do As our Charity Director, you'll take ownership of our day-to-day operations while driving our continuing development. Working 2-3 days per week from our Newtown office (with hybrid working options available), you'll: Grant Management & Community Impact Manage the full grants application, review and reporting process Monitor charity effectiveness and recommend improvements to trustees Ensure funds reach the most deserving and impactful applicants Financial & Administrative Leadership Liaise with investment managers and accountants Manage bank accounts and maintain accurate financial records Oversee compliance and governance requirements Communications & Engagement Update website and social media platforms Respond to queries and communicate with applicants and grantees Represent the charity at events and meetings Strategic Development Travel occasionally to Cardiff for trustee meetings Contribute to strategic planning and policy development Identify opportunities for charity growth and improvement Who We're Looking For Essential Requirements Experience: Minimum 5 years in relevant roles with a proven track record of delivery Sector Knowledge: Practical experience of the third sector in Wales, working in or with charities Language: Fluent English (Welsh proficiency highly desirable) Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint applications Personal Qualities: High professional standards, excellent people skills, and ability to work independently Desirable Qualifications University degree in a relevant discipline Experience with websites, social media, and online communications Accounting software experience and financial management skills Experience with online application systems What Matters Most We value passion for our mission over formal qualifications. If you have alternative qualifications or extensive relevant experience, we'd love to hear from you. What We Offer Competitive salary: £30-35,000 pro rata Flexible working: Hybrid arrangements available Generous leave: 5 weeks annual leave Pension scheme Professional development opportunities Meaningful work making a real difference to Welsh communities Supportive environment with an engaged board of trustees How to Apply We'd love to hear from you if you're excited about this opportunity to lead charitable giving across Wales. Please send: 1-2 page CV One page cover letter explaining why you're passionate about this role and how your experience aligns with our mission Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview in August, with the successful candidate starting as soon as possible or by 30 September 2025. Our Commitment to Equality We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups and those who may bring diverse perspectives to our work.