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* On site:Office based at our premises in Ormiston
* Advertised from 5th May 2025
* 70 hours a month. £20 per hour (gross). 1 year Fixed Term Contract (possible extension dependent on funding). Work pattern flexible by agreement (some weekend work may be required.
Role
Fostering Compassion is a groundbreaking humane education project for vulnerable children who may be showing worryingbehaviour towards animals or are struggling with compassion and empathy in general. Unique in our approach, ouractivities share the stories of rescued animals in a way that the children draw parallels between theircircumstances and the animals, helping them see animals as sentient beings sharing similar emotions to them.Through sharing the animals’ stories, the children gain a greater understanding of their circumstances,providing a platform for them to open up about their own abuse and neglect, encouraging healing. We work toaddress the links between animal abuse, child abuse, elder abuse and interpersonal violence.
We are looking to recruit a Deputy Chief Executive Officer to assist and work alongside the CEO to provide strategicleadership for Fostering Compassion, ensuring that our services are delivered to the highest standards ofquality and performance, fulfilling our mission and core values, leading by example.
You will support the CEO in acting as the ‘face’ of the organisation, maintaining relationships with stakeholders,donors and service users and providing direct management for the Volunteer Development Officer and theFundraising Development Coordinator.
You will assist the CEO with the ongoing growth, development and expansion of Fostering Compassion to ensure longtermsustainability.
Responsibilities and Duties: Under guidance, the person in this role will
* Provide support to and work alongside the CEO preparing strategic plans and budgets
* Preparing andpresenting (as required) Board papers and reports to enable the Board to effectively govern the Charity. Toreport and contribute to the Board of Trustees and CEO as appropriate.
* In conjunction with the CEO,oversee and Support the Volunteer Development Officer and Fundraising Development Co-ordinator
* ExpandSupporter Base and assist with Development Plans
* Assist with development and delivery of services to ahigh standard
* Assist with Payroll and Staff assessments
* Assist with support and needs of ServiceUsers and Event planning and execution
* Nurture and develop Community Relations andPartnerships
* Assist with identifying funding bodies
* Assist with Social Media and Websitemaintenance
* Liaise with the CEO regarding the overall financial arrangements of the Charity, ensuringrelevant budgets are adhered to
* Contribute to strategic discussions
* Ensure that the gathering ofperformance data from services is consolidated into collective reports as required
* Ensure policies andprocedures are up to date
* Ensure that disputes and complaints are dealt with quickly andeffectively.
* Carry out other tasks and responsibilities of any nature as determined from time to time bythe CEO, to ensure the effective management of the Charity.
Report to:The CEO. They are expected to work as part of a team but also be able to act on their owninitiative
Work Hours: 70 hours per month. Work pattern flexible by agreement (some weekend work may berequired. FTE £36,400)
Remuneration: £20 per hour (gross)
Location: Office based at our premises in Ormiston
Probationary period: 3 months
Requirements and skills
* Proven experience in a similar position at Management level
* Sound knowledge of the not-for-profit sectorand Charity Governance ideally including experience of Financial planning, Human Relations management,Organisational development and managing change
* Ability to work closely with the CEO while also workingon your own initiative
* Have a demonstrable understanding of financial management, including budgetingand forecasting
* Have the ability to lead by example and display the personal drive, energy andcoordination skills required to motivate staff and volunteers while working with them as part of a successfuland established team
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills able to effectively promote thecharity, its values, mission and ethos to stakeholders, funders and service users
* The ability to ensurethat organisational change is managed in a restorative and positive manner, providing direction and leadershipto staff and volunteers as appropriate while motivating and inspiring
* To provide cover for the CEOduring absence and leave.
* Working knowledge of databases and MS Office (especiallyExcel)
* Knowledge and understanding of data protection, disclosure and safeguardingprocedures
* Knowledge and experience of and with Social Media platforms
* A pleasant, outgoingpersonality
* Must love animals
* Knowledge of the Link
* Knowledge of the Human-Animal Bond
* Creativity
We are open minded about getting the right person for the position so even if you don’t feel you meet all theessential criteria, you may still want to apply.
Note: As part of the interview process we will be asking candidates to deliver a 5 minute presentation outliningtheir ideas for the growth and expansion of the charity to ensure long term success and sistainability.
Note: Interviews will take place on the 15th and 17th July 2025
Fostering Compassion
Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Postcode: EH35 5JB
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