Brian Duffus Email & Phone Number

As CEO of a family-founded charity, I enable young people to develop resilience, self-confidence and emotional wellbeing. I have developed the programme of support on offer for the Foundation which includes workshops, 121 sessions and recreational activities, in order to make a positive difference to young people’s lives. I am working to increase partnerships with other organisations and coordinate funding and project delivery across several London boroughs. As I have worked at every level of youth work from a volunteer, sessional youth worker, youth worker in charge and as lead coordinator and manager, I have an authentic understanding of each role and so can relate to, and support, all staff in our team.I am an effective communicator and always strive to adapt my approach to suit the individual, rather than the other way round. I would consider myself a ‘motivator’, bringing energy to the role to inspire others to do their best and embody the DCF ethos.

I started this role as Strategic Coordinator and then progressed to Acting CEO. In these roles, I was responsible for overseeing the day to day and strategic operations for the charity. This included developing the Business Plan, Fundraising and Marketing Strategies and coordinating delivery of these items, ensuring they are on the agenda for both staff and the Board of Trustees. This also included considering sustainability options as well as grant applications and ensuring contract requirements related to these were met. Having been involved with the charity from inception (as a volunteer, youth-work lead, Trustee and Acting CEO), I have a deep understanding of the ethos of the organisation and its aims and values. I worked to re-brand the identity of the charity including developing a new logo and redefining our Theory of Change to ensure we meet the needs of our local community.

Over 12 years' experience working for Sutton Youth Justice Service (YOT) managing the Prevention Service and coordinating funded projects. Sutton Council's Employee of the Year 2017.