Chief Officer Vacancy
Citizens Advice Woking (CAW) is seeking an exceptional Chief Officer (CO) to drive our vision forward and lead our organisation into an exciting future.
We are looking for an inspiring leader who –
- Has a proven track record of strategic leadership and organisational development in the voluntary sector
- Excels in building partnerships and influencing stakeholders
- Has a proven track record of income generation and diversification
- Is a skilled communicator with the ability to inspire, motivate, and lead diverse teams
- Possesses strong financial acumen and the ability to manage budgets effectively.
The Role
As our CO, you will –
- Be responsible to the Trustee Board for the management and leadership of CAW
- Represent CAW to funders, partners and stakeholders
- Ensure the delivery of a high quality, impartial and confidential service
- Represent CAW in Woking and contribute to the overall provision of advice services in the Borough
- Collaborate, and work closely, with the other Surrey Citizens Advice COs
What we offer
- A rewarding role to make a difference in the local community
- The chance to work with a committed and dedicated team of paid staff and volunteers, including an experienced Operational Manager
- Opportunities for professional development
If you’re ready to lead a well-recognised and respected local charity and create meaningful change we want to hear from you.
For further information email wokingca@gmail.com for our Job Pack or click here or see below.
Chair of Trustees
Do you have the vision to steer Citizens Advice Woking’s future? Can you lead with purpose and bring the vision to life?
If you thrive in a leadership role, are committed to helping others and making a difference in your community, this is the volunteering opportunity for you.
We are a local, independent charity and a member of the national network. We provide free, confidential and impartial advice to anyone who needs it, but particularly to those more vulnerable members of our community. During 2023/24, our team of 15 experienced staff and 60 volunteers helped almost 10% of the adult population in Woking with information and advice.
Governed by a Board of 7 trustees, we are looking for someone to join our Trustee Board as Chair, as our current Chair is standing down after 9 years of great service; someone who would be really interested in steering CAW’s strategic direction and growing our services, which are needed more than ever in these challenging times.
Your key responsibilities would be to –
- Lead the Trustee Board and provide leadership to CAW in setting its strategic direction
- Support the Chief Officer and management team
- Ensure compliance with laws and regulations and good governance
- Represent CAW externally
- Promote Trustee development
- Liaise with Chairs of other Surrey Citizens Advice offices
The time commitment will vary from month to month but typically will involve preparing and chairing bi-monthly Board meetings (and other meetings as necessary), attending committee meetings, having regular catch-ups with the Chief Executive Officer and other staff and volunteers, and representing CAW at various events.
If you are interested in finding out more, our current Chair, Laurence Oates, would be only too willing to discuss the role further. To arrange a time to speak to Laurence, email laurenceoates1@outlook.com
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