Chief Executive Officer

A rare opportunity for a Chief Executive Officer to join Vibrance. Due to the retirement of our current Chief Executive, we have an exciting opportunity for a new CEO, as we approach our 35th anniversary year and continue our mission to provide high quality, sustainable and viable person-centred services.

Vibrance is a registered charity supporting adults with a disability in London and Essex. We encourage a working environment that at its core is inclusive, pioneering, and has the highest levels of integrity. Vibrance is proud to have earned both the Investors in People Silver accreditation and ranked in the Sunday Times ‘Best Companies to work for’ list.

Working closely with the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive Officer will be the lead senior executive with overall responsibility for the strategic direction of the organisation. In this pivotal role, the Chief Executive Officer will work collaboratively with the Board of Trustees to achieve the organisation’s vision.

You will join us full-time, on a competitive salary of between £100,000 - £120,000. Flexible working, with the expectation for you to travel regularly to our services and attend regular meetings at our head office in Bethnal Green.

You should bring advanced knowledge of a wide variety of fundraising networks, compliance expertise, and exceptional leadership skills.

Skills and experience of our ideal Chief Executive Officer:

Extensive experience in a senior leadership role, preferably at CEO level, within the non-profit and/or Health and Social Care sectors.

Experience and involvement in successful capital campaigns and major fundraising initiatives.

Experience and demonstrated ability in translating vision into action across multiple departments.

Experience of working with a Board of Trustees.

A track record of organisational growth and development, with a focus on sustainability and impact.

Strong financial acumen, with experience in budget management and financial reporting.

Strong understanding of regulatory requirements such as those of CQC.

Understanding of governance requirements and best practice in the charity/not for profit sector.

Proficiency in budgeting, financial analysis, and managing financial resources to ensure the organisation’s sustainability and growth.

Strategic thinking: Ability to develop long-term goals, vision, and strategy for the organisation, aligning all activities toward achieving these objectives.

Decision-making: Strong decision-making skills, especially under pressure, with the ability to balance risk and opportunity and to build and maintain consensus.

Operational excellence: Ability to oversee the day-to-day operations of the organisation, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and the achievement of operational goals.

Performance management: Ability to set performance targets, monitor progress and implement corrective actions as needed.

Sector expertise: In-depth understanding of the sector in which Vibrance operates, including trends, challenges, and opportunities.

A panoramic view of risks through Culture, Competence, Control and Communication.

Personal qualities:

Visionary leadership: Ability to inspire and guide the organisation and all who work there toward growth and innovation, while remaining committed to its core mission and values, and to get the best out of a team of diverse and talented individuals.

Passion and commitment: A passion for supporting people with disabilities and a deep commitment to making a difference.

Empathy: Ability to understand the aspirations, needs and motivations of both those we support and work with us.

Persuasiveness and effective communication: Ability to persuade and motivate stakeholders, including employees, Board members, donors, and external partners, and to convey complex ideas persuasively and clearly orally and in writing.

Emotional intelligence: Ability to understand and manage own emotions, as well as those of others, and to foster strong relationships and a positive organisational culture.

Dealing with conflict: Ability to navigate and resolve conflicts within the organisation effectively, ensuring a collaborative and productive work environment.

Adaptability and resilience: Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and unexpected challenges while remaining focused on long-term goals, and to remain focused, motivated, and effective in the face of adversity or setbacks.

Integrity: Unwavering commitment to ethical leadership, transparency, and accountability in all actions and decisions in line with our core values.

Networking: Ability to build and maintain a strong network of relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, regulators, and community leaders.

In return for your skills, knowledge, and experience, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Simply Health Optimise Health Plan
• Membership of the SHPS Direct DC pension scheme
• Mindful Employer Employee Assistance Programme (24 hours)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Flexible Working Options
• Learning & Development
• Long Service Awards

Vibrance welcomes applications from all sections of the community including from people with disabilities. As users of the Disability Confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who satisfy the essential criteria for a job vacancy and consider them on their abilities.