This is your opportunity to provide visionary leadership to a life-changing domestic abuse charity, as it looks to appoint its next Chief Executive.Location: Norfolk/Suffolk, hybrid between onsite/home (70/30 split)
Salary: £68k pro rata (£55k actual)
Contract: Permanent, 30 hours/week with flexibility (prioritising business need)
Benefits: 25 days holiday and 6% employer pension contributionLeeway has a simple vision. They are working to end domestic abuse. For over 50 years, Leeway has been a trusted lifeline for individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. Through safe, supportive spaces and dedicated services, they've helped thousands of adults, children and families across Norfolk and Suffolk.We're looking for the next Chief Executive to lead collaboratively towards a shared vision - building on Leeway's legacy and track record, while embracing the change and innovation necessary to futureproof the organisation.About the roleAs CEO, you'll shape strategic direction, working closely with a committed Board and empowering a talented team. You'll lead on governance, risk and financial sustainability, putting survivors at the heart of decision-making, and ensuring that services are inclusive, trauma-informed and delivered to the highest standards.As spokesperson and public voice of the charity, you'll advocate for survivors and build strong partnerships to increase impact. To stay ahead in the current landscape, you'll need to be agile and forward-thinking. You'll guide Leeway to seize new opportunities and gain recognition as a leading organisation, tackling domestic abuse both regionally and nationally.Who we're looking forWe're looking for a confident, emotionally intelligent leader with a proven track-record in senior leadership across either the voluntary, public or related sectors. To apply, we'd love to see you clearly demonstrate:Strategic thinking with expertise in finance, risk, and governanceAbility to motivate and support diverse teams to achieve resultsTrack record of contract negotiation and monitoring, able to influence key stakeholdersSuccess securing funding, developing new income streams and leading changeExperience of involving people with lived experience to shape services and strategyConfident spokesperson, comfortable with external representation (including media)Understanding of the challenges facing people living with trauma and multiple disadvantageCommitment to inclusion, co-production, and amplifying survivor voicesYou'll also need to meaningfully connect and align with Leeway's values of: Respect, Empowerment, Innovation, and Collaboration.If you're passionate about building a world where everyone can live safely and free from abuse, then we'd love to hear from you.To apply, all you need to do is send a copy of your CV or profile to Amelia Lee at Charity People as the first step.We'll then be back in touch with further details on the application process, providing your experience meets the brief.*Please note, this post is open to women only. Leeway is exempt under the Sexual Discrimination Act under SDA 1975 section (ii) e.Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 25th June
Interviews: Dates to be confirmed soon*Please note, our lead consultant for this role is on leave 9-15th June, so if you apply during this time you may receive the job pack on her return. Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Senior Fundraising and Corporate Sponsorship Officer Hours: 37 per week Location: Norfolk & Suffolk Salary: £31,689 pro rata Job Purpose: We are looking for an experienced fundraising and corporate sponsorship officer to lead our small and friendly fundraising team and be responsible for creating a fundraising strategy, that will diversify and grow our income, in order to meet the fundraising targets set by our Board and thereby support the vital services we deliver to people affected by domestic abuse across Norfolk and Suffolk. Essential requirements: Relevant management qualification at level 3 or above and/or proven experience of managing staff. Proven experience of income generation for not-for-profit organisations, through individual giving, corporate partnerships, grants, and community fundraising, and organising and running events. Proven experience of planning and executing fundraising campaigns with a focus on corporate relationships. A strong social purpose with a proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with donors, businesses and funders. Active networking links within the Counties of Norfolk and Suffolk. Great at stakeholder engagement and management. Ability to give presentations to large groups of people and engage with people on a 1:1 basis. Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, able to interact professionally at all levels. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and able to always respond calmly and professionally. Good organisational and project management skills. Driving licence and own transportation to travel across Norfolk and Suffolk. Advanced IT and computer skills i.e. Word, Excel, Canva, Photoshop etc. Ability to be reliable and flexible with working hours to meet the needs of the organisation i.e. promotional presentations and events at the weekend or evening. Benefits include: 6% pension contribution Training and continuous professional development 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 6 weeks paid sick leave (after completion of probation) Paid 30 minute lunch 24 hour telephone counselling service Clinical supervision Staff reward ½ day Staff prize draws Gift vouchers Salary advance & Loan schemes. This role will be subject to DBS clearance checks
