This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-impact voluntary sector charity at the heart of the Bexley community. You’ll be supported by a passionate and dedicated staff team committed to inclusion, collaboration and strengthening the local VCS. If you are a resilient, adaptable and empathetic leader with a strategic mindset and a deep belief in the power of communities, we would love to hear from you.
About the role
As the Chief Executive Officer, you will:
* Lead strategy, vision, and organisational direction.
* Represent BVSC across local, regional, and national partnerships.
* Ensure governance, compliance, and financial oversight.
* Lead staff and senior leadership team; fostering an inclusive and supportive culture.
* Promote continuous improvement, service quality, and impact.
* Strengthen relationships with statutory partners, funders, VCS organisations, and communities.
About you
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
* Experienced voluntary/public sector leader with strategic, operational, and financial expertise.
* Collaborative, resilient, inclusive, and adaptable.
* Skilled in partnership working, stakeholder engagement, and system leadership.
* Committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and organisational values.
Why join BVSC?
BVSC is a supportive, friendly team committed to strengthening the voluntary and community sector in Bexley. We offer:
* 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
* An extra day off for your birthday.
* 6% employer pension contribution.
* Flexible working: one day working from home each week, with flexible start and finish times (8am–6pm, core hours 10am–4pm).
* Access to the Blue Light Card.
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
* A positive, inclusive team culture where your ideas are valued.