FRIENDS OF THE ELDERLY IRELAND
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (PART-TIME)
Friends of the Elderly Ireland (‘FOTE’) is seeking to fill the
position of CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (‘CEO’). Initially, this
position is intended to be a PART-TIME (2 DAYS/**APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE** HOURS PER WEEK) position. The initial contract period is one
year, after which determination of whether to extend the position to a
full-time one will be made.
Reporting to the board, the primary role of the CEO is to develop and
deliver the charity's strategic plan effectively and efficiently. The
incumbent is accountable for the overall performance of the charity.
The ideal candidate is a person with direct management and operational
experience in a not-for-profit organisation who is seeking a part-time
role in the sector.
Remuneration is negotiable, based on market remuneration levels and
commensurate with experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
GOVERNANCE AND ACCOUNTABILITY
* Working with the board, ensure FOTE complies with best practice
governance standards, such as the Charity Regulator Governance Code,
and complies with all relevant legislation (e.g., companies law,
health and safety).
* Ensure that FOTE has an appropriate policy framework governing its
operations, which is regularly reviewed in line with best practice and
is incorporated into the culture of FOTE’s staff and volunteers.
* Support the board in achieving its function through maintaining
effective communication lines, preparing board documents and attending
board meetings.
STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT AND PERFORMANCE
* As directed by the board, lead the development and review of
FOTE’s strategic plan and ensure appropriate plans and actions ae in
place to achieve the charity’s strategic objectives.
* Ensure that FOTE meets the performance goals and standards set by
the board.
* Implement frameworks to measure FOTE’s performance against its
strategic objectives and report on these to the board.
* Oversee the implementation of operational plans as well as
ensuring appropriate and timely performance monitoring and reporting
is in place to ensure positive performance and the highlighting of any
challenges.
* Manage and be accountable for FOTE’s financial accounts and
maintain the financial sustainability of the charity (including
developing budgets, overseeing expenditure, audit management).
* Working closely with the Fundraising & Communications Manager,
ensure FOTE has a well-supported and effective communications strategy
in place.
LEADERSHIP AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
* Lead and develop the staff team, ensuring a professional culture
that is both supportive and results focused.
* Ensure FOTE has the appropriate staff resources and skills to
achieve its strategic objectives.
* Develop transparent data driven KPIs and reporting for the board,
demonstrating clear progress in growing and tracking staff and
volunteer capacity, service utilisation, financial performance,
service user and staff satisfaction.
* Support the building of strategic relationships with key
stakeholders (such as donors, corporate partners and international
partners) and across the non-profit sector, linking with broader best
practice networks.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:
* Have experience of designing and implementing organisational
strategy.
* Demonstrate experience of working with an engaged and proactive
board which holds its CEO to account.
* Have at least three years’ experience of leading, managing and
motivating a team in the non-profit sector.
* Demonstrate a commitment to leading and motivating staff and
volunteers in the delivery of FOTE’s strategy and plans.
* Have experience of building and maintaining stakeholder
relationships to deliver on organisational objectives.
* Have proven experience in developing and implementing
organisational policies and processes to ensure organisational values
and best practices are represented across all aspects of FOTE’s
work.
* Understand current regulatory, legislative environment in the
non-profit sector, including the Charities Regulator Governance Code.
* Have experience in financial management and oversight, including
setting and managing budgets.
* Possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral,
including presentations, report writing, negotiating and networking
skills.
IF YOU WISH TO APPLY SEND YOUR COVER LETTER AND CV TO : **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**
Closing date for applications is * of September
*
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
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Category: Health
