Save JobEmail job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsPlay a leading role in this fantastic charityThis role will not involve fundraisingAbout Our ClientThe Kentown Wizard Foundation was established in 2015 with the aim of improving the lives of children with life threatening conditions and serious disabilities. The foundation achieves this aim by making grants to UK registered charities.To date the foundation has made grants totalling £18m and it currently has reserves totalling £80m.The offices are based in Blackpool and there is a small well established team.Job DescriptionThis vacancy arises due to the retirement of the current CEO and offers a unique opportunity to lead the foundation into its next chapter of development. This role will require a total of 15 hours per week.The ethos of the foundation is to actively seek out new projects and partners and to continually evolve and grow in order to have a real and enduring impact. It therefore needs a CEO who can provide strategic leadership, vision and direction for the next phase of the journey.Main Duties:Leading the foundation to achieve its strategic objectivesFormulating these objectives in conjunction with the TrusteesContinually monitoring the foundation's activities to ensure that funds are used effectively to achieve maximum impactInitiating and leading future developmentEnsuring that the foundation discharges its governance, constitutional and legal responsibilities effectivelyWorking with the Trustees to enable them to fulfil their duties and legal obligationsLeading quarterly Trustees MeetingsBeing the public face of the foundation to maintain and develop the Kentown "brand" and profileForming sound relationships with the CEOs of the charities we support and others within the sectorProviding inspiring leadership to the Kentown team and continuing to develop the current culture, where everyone feels valued and heardWorking closely with the CFO to ensure sound financial management of the foundation and compliance with legal requirements and Charity Commission best practiceWorking closely with the CFO in the further development and evolution of Due Diligence proceduresMaintaining relationships with current fund managers and continually assessing their performanceThe Successful ApplicantTrained Finance Professional, ACA or similarWide commercial experience at Board level, CFO or similarInspiring leader who thrives on collaborative workingImaginative, analytical and forward thinkingStrong interpersonal skillsExperience of strategy developmentGenuine commitment to the aims of the foundationWhat's on OfferCandidates can expect to receive a salary of £50,000 for 15 hours work per week plus benefits.This role offers flexible hybrid working but will require regular visits to the foundation's office, which is currently located in Blackpool.ContactRochelle GeorgeQuote job refJN-072023-6135800Job summaryFunctionBoard LevelSubsectorBoard Level SubsectorIndustryPublic Sector & Not-For-ProfitLocationBlackpoolContract typePermanentConsultant nameRochelle GeorgeJob referenceJN-072023-6135800
