Chief Executive Officer / CEO
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,000 to £42,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | + Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | Great Yarmouth, Norfolk |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | AWD online |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AWDO-P14251 |
Summary
Chief Executive Officer / CEO
An exciting leadership opportunity to guide a not-for-profit organisation that’s been established for over 40 years, providing strategic direction, operational leadership, and long-term sustainability while supporting disabled and vulnerable people across the local community.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:
Charity Director, Managing Director, Head of Operations, Director of Services
SALARY: £38,000 - £42,000 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, East of England
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Chief Executive Officer / CEO to lead an established organisation entering an exciting new chapter. This senior leadership role will focus on strategic development, financial sustainability, and service excellence.
As a Chief Executive Officer / CEO, you will work closely with the Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders to strengthen partnerships, secure funding, and ensure the organisation continues to meet the evolving needs of the community.
The Chief Executive Officer / CEO will play a pivotal role in governance, compliance, safeguarding, and organisational performance, ensuring services remain impactful, sustainable, and aligned with the organisation’s mission and values.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Chief Executive Officer / CEO include:
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and deliver the organisation’s long-term strategic plan
• Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Financial Oversight: Ensure financial sustainability, budgeting, and effective resource management
• People Leadership: Lead, support, and inspire staff and volunteers across the organisation
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, funders, and the wider community
• Governance and Compliance: Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and charitable requirements
• Safeguarding Leadership: Act as safeguarding lead and promote best practice across services
• Reporting and Accountability: Provide regular progress reports to the Trustee Board and funders
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
• Proven leadership experience within the voluntary, public, or private sector
• A strong understanding of disability issues and a commitment to equality and inclusion
• Experience in strategic planning, organisational development, and change management
• A background in fundraising, bid writing, and financial management
• Experience of reporting performance and outcomes to Boards and funders
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet reporting deadlines
• The ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities and local needs
BENEFITS
• Supportive and inclusive working environment that values diversity and equality
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the local community
• Collaborative team culture with a strong sense of purpose
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14251
Full-Time, Permanent Executive and Management Charity Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, East of England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
AWD-IN-SPJ
An exciting leadership opportunity to guide a not-for-profit organisation that’s been established for over 40 years, providing strategic direction, operational leadership, and long-term sustainability while supporting disabled and vulnerable people across the local community.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:
Charity Director, Managing Director, Head of Operations, Director of Services
SALARY: £38,000 - £42,000 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, East of England
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Chief Executive Officer / CEO to lead an established organisation entering an exciting new chapter. This senior leadership role will focus on strategic development, financial sustainability, and service excellence.
As a Chief Executive Officer / CEO, you will work closely with the Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders to strengthen partnerships, secure funding, and ensure the organisation continues to meet the evolving needs of the community.
The Chief Executive Officer / CEO will play a pivotal role in governance, compliance, safeguarding, and organisational performance, ensuring services remain impactful, sustainable, and aligned with the organisation’s mission and values.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Chief Executive Officer / CEO include:
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and deliver the organisation’s long-term strategic plan
• Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Financial Oversight: Ensure financial sustainability, budgeting, and effective resource management
• People Leadership: Lead, support, and inspire staff and volunteers across the organisation
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, funders, and the wider community
• Governance and Compliance: Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and charitable requirements
• Safeguarding Leadership: Act as safeguarding lead and promote best practice across services
• Reporting and Accountability: Provide regular progress reports to the Trustee Board and funders
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
• Proven leadership experience within the voluntary, public, or private sector
• A strong understanding of disability issues and a commitment to equality and inclusion
• Experience in strategic planning, organisational development, and change management
• A background in fundraising, bid writing, and financial management
• Experience of reporting performance and outcomes to Boards and funders
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet reporting deadlines
• The ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities and local needs
BENEFITS
• Supportive and inclusive working environment that values diversity and equality
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the local community
• Collaborative team culture with a strong sense of purpose
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14251
Full-Time, Permanent Executive and Management Charity Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, East of England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
AWD-IN-SPJ