Beds and Northants MS Therapy Centre Bedford, England, United Kingdom
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The Bedford MS Therapy Centre is an established and respected charity in Bedfordshire providing a wide range of therapeutic services to people living with Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s to support them in self-managing their condition.
In 2023, we celebrated an amazing forty years of service delivery. Our service users, employees, volunteers and trustees reflected on the hopes of the founders, the path we had taken and our aspirations for the future.
It became clear that there was scope to create a position for a Chief Executive Officer who would support the Board in implementing the strategy for a successful immersion in a new landscape, with different demands from our service users.
We are now looking for an experienced Chief Executive Officer to fulfil the role, initially on a one-year interim basis.
The CEO will work with the Board of Trustees to provide for the strategic development of the charity to develop and provide overall management of the activities and resources of the organisation, and ensure the delivery of its strategic outcomes and operational objectives.
The new CEO will lead the Bedford MS Therapy Centre to achieve a robust, long term sustainable financial position enabling the provision of high-quality, outcome-based therapies to our service users.
Much has been achieved since the charity was set up in 1983, but there is still more to do. You can be part of this rewarding future. We are looking for people who live our values with enthusiasm and drive to help us achieve even more in the coming years.
Job Overview:
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide strategic leadership and direction for the Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire MS Therapy Centre, ensuring the organisations mission, vision, and goals are effectively implemented. The CEO will work closely with the Board of Trustees, all staff and volunteers to drive robust initiatives that promote the sustainability, growth, and future of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Refresh and implement the organisations strategic plan in collaboration with the Board of Trustees and management team.
* Ensure alignment of all programmes and activities with the charitys mission, vision, and values.
* Analyse and report on effectiveness and value of charitable activities.
* Identify and efficiently respond to opportunities for growth, innovation, and increased impact.
* Provide leadership and robust data-led management of operations, programmes, and services.
* Develop and demonstrate a positive organisational culture that promotes teamwork, diversity and employee engagement.
* Oversee financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainability.
* Create and implement effective fundraising strategies to secure necessary resources for the organisation’s programmes and initiatives.
* Represent the organisation at public events, conferences and meetings to promote its mission and objectives.
* Develop a quality assurance programme to meet the needs of reporting to service users, funders and community bodies.
General Areas of Responsibility:
* Governance and Trustee Relations:
* Collaborate with the Board of Trustees to execute strategic priorities, monitor and report organisational performance.
* Ensure timely and transparent communication with the Trustees regarding operations, finances, and key initiatives.
* Measure and report compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements governing the organisation.
* Produce an updated RAG rated risk management report across the business functions every six weeks.
* Create and share a priority action plan with internal responsibility to measure progress on strategic aims.
* Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement:
* Produce a stakeholder engagement and communication strategy that identifies important and useful stakeholders according to influence.
* Manage and support the team ownership of the delivery of the plan.
* Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, community leaders, and partners.
* Act as the primary spokesperson and public face of the organisation.
* Advocate for policy initiatives and public awareness campaigns aligned with the charity’s mission.
* Team Leadership and Culture:
* Lead, mentor and develop the management team and therapy leaders to achieve high levels of performance.
* Administer performance management reviews on direct line reports.
* Develop a framework of meaningful outcome-focused internal meetings that are purposeful, facilitated, well recorded, and clearly aligned with the achievement of meeting strategic aims.
* Evaluate the impact of programmes and services, adjusting as necessary to enhance effectiveness. Report on this in a strategic review.
* Oversee the recruitment, deployment and development of volunteers whose personal values are in accordance with the charitys values.
* Inspire, collaborate and motivate staff, volunteers, and partners to achieve shared goals and an inspirational and effective charity.
* These areas are not exhaustive; and the CEO will be involved in identifying additional focus as the work develops.
Qualifications Required:
* Proven record (~5 years) of successful senior leadership experience in the non-profit or charitable sector.
* Strong background in strategic planning, financial management, and organisational development.
* Demonstrated success in fundraising, donor engagement, and revenue generation.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
* Passion for the charity’s mission and a deep understanding of the communities served.
* Bachelors degree required, advanced degree in non-profit management, business administration, or related field preferred.
* Visionary and strategic thinking.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Incisive thinking style and record of making timely decisions.
* Collaborative leadership skills.
* Proven track record of delivering targets on time and to budget.
* Adaptability and resilience.
* Integrity and ethical decision-making.
* Precise verbal and written communication.
* Passion and energy.
Seniority Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Business Development and Sales
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