Amigos Worldwide is an inspirational Christian charity which brings a holistic approach to equipping disadvantaged people and communities with the tools they need to become whole and thriving. It has been delivering poverty alleviation projects in Uganda for nearly 25 years with a UK head office in Barnstaple, North Devon. Amigos Worldwide works alongside people and their churches to bring about sustainable and lasting change through education, vocational training, conservation farming and clean water, reaching over 30,000 people annually. Its vision is for locally led community development for all through the local church. As our current CEO moves on to take a new opportunity in the local UK church, we are seeking someone with the God-led heart, people skills, fundraising understanding and hands-on leadership to take this charity into its next chapter. Candidate Requirements: Heart: The post has a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the holder to be a practising and committed Christian. Someone who will continue to seek God’s will for this charity through the Holy Spirit, with a heart for Christian holistic transformation. Previous experience of international development would be ideal but not essential. People Skills: The post requires someone that can develop and maintain effective personal relationships with a wide range of UK funders and supporters – securing and maintaining income is a core part of the role, and excellent communication, public speaking and networking skills are needed. Fundraising: The post will require someone capable of driving innovative and impactful fundraising strategies to secure funding. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of cultivating relationships with donors, corporate partners and grant making bodies, as well as the ability to inspire and mobilise stakeholders around our mission. Cross Cultural Experience: Experience of working in Africa or a lower income country, with the cultural appreciation that results would be beneficial. Leadership: The post also needs someone with proven leadership and management experience, both for the UK office of three part-time (admin, social media and finance) staff and to support the Amigos Uganda team and South Sudan initiative. Strategy: In collaboration with the UK trustees and Ugandan directors, the postholder will help define and plan long term strategy for the charity. To understand financial and strategic planning, stakeholder relationships, marketing and communications, team leadership, and legal and compliance regulations. A current DBS will be required on appointment. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a real difference by taking forward our work with churches and others who are committed to transformation in the lives and communities of marginalised and disadvantaged people.