THE ROLE

As a well-established outdoor development and activities centre, we are currently seeking a dynamic Chief Executive to lead us into the next exciting phase of our organisation. The ideal candidate will have experience of leadership and development within the voluntary sector.

This role will drive the strategic direction of our mission and work collaboratively with our range of stakeholders who care deeply about our aims- including Trustees, members, employees, volunteers, funders, and the local community. You will directly lead our staff team of 12. They will demonstrate innovation and a genuine passion for supporting young people and the community, as well as a connection to nature and environment.

Importantly, they will be committed to the values of Wiston Lodge, the ethos of the third sector, and approach of community learning and development more widely.

THE ORGANISATION

Wiston Lodge is a well-known and loved charitable organisation focussed on offering educational & outdoors programmes to vulnerable adults, young people, and wider community. We do this by utilising our 50+ acre rural estate.

We have been operating as a non-profit organisation since 2007. Wiston Lodge has between 5,000-7,000 people access its grounds and programmes annually, and is supported by a group of Trustees, and delivered by a committed staff and volunteer team.

TO APPLY

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV AND COVER LETTER.

Trustees kindly request you submit your most recent CV that is no longer than three pages. References will not be contacted at this stage. Accompanying this, please attach a cover letter, no more than two sides of A4, clearly outlining:

- Why you are applying for this role

- How you fit the person specification and role responsibilities

- Your current career position and connection to values

- Any other information around notice period, or accessibility needs.

DEADLINE 6^th February 2025. Submit to info@wistonlodge.co.uk. For an informal chat or more information regarding the post, you can contact our Interim Chief Executive John Loughton on john@dare2lead.co.uk.

Interviews are provisionally scheduled to occur between the weeks of 17^th and 24^th February at Wiston. Wiston Lodge is committed to being an Equal Opportunities employer.

WISTON LODGE

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