The Parish Trust is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic CEO to lead our Charity.
About the role
The Chief Executive Role has a GOR (genuine occupational requirement to be a Christian). The Chief Executive will be responsible for delivering our clearly visible Christian Ethos together with leadership, developing, and implementing The Parish Trust’s strategic and operational plans, leading on partnership and business development, and being an effective advocate for the charity and its beneficiaries. He/she will lead a team of Employees, Apprentices and Volunteers and with responsibility for ensuring financial control and supporting and advising on good governance across all aspects of the charity. This post is a first- tier post directly responsible and reporting to the Board of Trustees.
About The Parish Trust
The Parish Trust is a Christian based organisation which organises various projects, services and events that benefit the general public. The charity’s objective is to advance the Christian faith and its religious, moral and philanthropic principles. We support the local church and community so that the lives of our beneficiaries are enriched and improved.
More information is available on our website.
What you should know about the job
Job title: Chief Executive Officer
Reports to: The Parish Trust Board of Trustees
Location: The Parish Trust, Heol yr Ysgol, Trethomas, CF83 8FL
Hours: Part-Time (20 hours per week)
Salary: Based on £22,672 pa for 20 hours.
Term: Permanent
Duties and responsibilities
Leadership
- Be the face and voice of the charity – its principal ambassador.
- Lead, support and motivate all staff and secure their loyalty and commitment to the charity’s aims, objectives, and ambitions.
- Seek out, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant organisations and individuals to promote the work of the charity and facilitate the implementation of its strategic objectives.
- Lead by example, instilling a culture of professionalism and inclusion, supported by coaching, training and development.
Strategy
- Liaise with the Board of Trustees in relation to the development of the charity’s strategic vision and be responsible for leading the implementation of it.
- Work closely with the fundraising team to ensure the continued viability of the charity.
- Be responsible for the development and delivery of the charity’s agreed business plans.
- Identify and assess strategic risks, issues and opportunities and take responsibility for initiating and leading associated changes.
- Seek out all felt needs that are presented in the charity’s service area to make a tangible and positive impact.
- Seek out and implement opportunities for innovation and ensure that The Parish Trust remains at the forefront of positive change.
- Work with The Parish Trust Board of Trustees to develop best-practice for the management, development and engagement of staff and volunteers.
Partnership and Business Development
- Lead the promotion and development of The Parish Trust’s work, raising the charity’s profile and maximising its reach.
- Seek out, develop, and nurture beneficial partnerships with supporters, donors, other charities, and all relevant authorities/organisations, including maintaining the excellent working relations with pre-existing partnerships.
- Work towards the achievement of long-term sustainability, developing the charity’s business model and maximising income, for example from fundraising, service contracts and earned income.
- Oversee the research, identification, and recruitment of new food suppliers to expand The Parish Trust’s reach across the community.
- Adopt a creative and innovative approach to development, remaining open to new ideas and opportunities.
Operations
- Be responsible for the implementation of all the charity’s operational plans.
- Take executive responsibility for all functions including all internal projects, administration, finance, fundraising, marketing, communications, and IT.
- Take overall responsibility for the recruitment, management, and effective deployment of staff, including apply robust HR processes covering recruitment, performance management, appraisal, and remuneration.
- Line manage staff.
- Oversee the preparation and distribution of a monthly impact report.
- Be responsible for the maintenance and efficient use of the charity’s assets.
- Build and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Financial Control
- Lead and direct the financial planning, forecasting, control, reporting and management of the organisation’s finances and resources, to include support for, and engagement of, trustees and sub-groups to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainable organisational growth.
- Take executive responsibility for the financial leadership of the charity, including forecasting and strategic budget leadership.
- Ensure that the charity’s financial resources are managed effectively, and that The Parish Trust remains in good financial health, identifying risks and taking appropriate action.
- Liaise with the Board of Trustees to develop and lead on the implementation of the charity’s financial plans, including setting budgets, formulating income generation strategies, and overseeing all fundraising activities.
- Maintain effective financial management and control systems; ensure delivery within budgets and to performance targets and oversee production of management accounts, statutory accounts, and annual reports.
- Be responsible for the income and expenditure and support the Finance Officer to administrate this.
Governance and Compliance
- Liaise with the Board of Trustees to ensure that the charity’s overall governance structure, policies and procedures are appropriate and effective, taking remedial measures and implementing changes as necessary.
- Attend all The Board of Trustees meetings (held approximately 4-6 times a year) and prepare a written report in advance of each meeting detailing matters of interest and concern regarding the charity’s activities during the previous period; ensure that the Board of Trustees is made aware in a timely fashion of any matters requiring its attention.
- Develop and maintain effective operational policies and processes in all the charity’s functions. Review and update scope and content to meet legal, regulatory, and best practice needs.
- Oversee the development and practical application of all organisational policies and procedures e.g., with regard to health and safety, equality and diversity, and safeguarding.
- Ensure that all the charity’s activities comply with best practice in all areas of operation including Health and Social Care, Health and Safety.
- Oversee the safeguarding of adults and children at risk with whom the charity works through rigorous DBS procedures and staff / volunteer training where needed.
- Ensure that collection and protection of personal information follows current Data Protection regulations.
- Ensure that all the charity’s activities are conducted safely, and that Health and Safety policies are understood and followed by everyone.
- Ensure that all major risks are identified and regularly reviewed, and that systems and procedures are in place to mitigate all such risks; be responsible for the development and implementation of the charity’s Risk Register.
General
- Perform any other duties as may be reasonably requested.
- Be conversant with all aspects of the operation and willing to cover and provide support should the need arise.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Educated to post-graduate level or equivalent professional qualification with evidence of CPD.
Experience
Essential
- Genuine Occupational Requirement to be a Christian.
- Significant proven record of achievement in a senior position within a charity/not for profit organisation.
- Experience of effective partnership working and development and external relationship management.
- Experience of managing, motivating, and developing staff.
- Experience of business planning, business development and fundraising.
- Experience of project management and service delivery across multiple functions.
- Financial management skills including budgeting and delivery of cost and income targets.
- Robust approach to governance, controls, and definition/implementation of new processes.
- Experience of financial and risk management.
- Experience of working with volunteers.
Desirable
- Experience of managing organisational change.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Inspirational leadership, management, and motivational skills.
- Highly organised and personally effective.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to persuade and influence, both face to face and in writing.
- Strong financial skills, including the ability to analyse budgets and accounts and manage an agreed annual budget.
- Outstanding business development skills.
- A commitment to equal opportunities and inclusivity.
- Rigorous analytical skills.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Empathy with the Constitution of The Parish Trust and a commitment to advance the Christian faith and its principles (religious, moral, and philanthropic) for the public benefit.
- A passion for social justice and creating positive change in the lives of our diverse community.
- Empathy for vulnerable people and those in food poverty.
- Positive, pro-active and dynamic.
- Inclusive and flexible, with a consultative approach to leadership.
- Confident and assertive.
- Ability to pursue the mission and objectives of The Parish Trust with demonstrable passion, drive and commitment.
- Committed to best practice and with a drive for continual improvement.
- The appointee will also be expected to be fully IT literate and have access to a car and a clean driving licence.
Safeguarding Statement
The Parish Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting everyone that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and a safe working environment.
